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Chelle

Terre Haute, Indiana

"You'll never find a place in this world, unless you go get it."- Cuba

Interests: singing, sewing, improv comedy, making stuff, bartending, repurposing, antique stores, vintage stuff, diet mountain dew, music, scrapbooking, paper crafting, jewelry making, songwriting, collage, writing, directing, designing theatre, dancing, learning how to do stuff

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10 things I learned from my mother

So, the hardest thing about doing a post about your mother is actually finding pictures of her, especially from your childhood. Nine times out of ten she is usually the one holding the camera. But when you look past the adorable blonde angel child (aka: me) at the bigger picture,... Continue reading

Posted May 12, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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Bring it on down to Modern Charm... ville!

Oh, hey there! Just wanted to show ya some stuff I recently took to Modern Charm!! What have we here, you ask? Why this is nothing other than your very own Felt Flower Brooch kit! It's got everything you need to make a fabulous brooch!! Felt flower shapes, buttons, thread,... Continue reading

Posted May 7, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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In which I answer 100 questions... Part three

My final instalment of questions from alexandrafranzen.com ϟ Do you have any habits or quirks you wish you could ERASE? I wish I could eat vegetables. ϟ What was the most AGONIZING hour of your life? I'd rather not re-live it. ϟ Have you ever dramatically changed a habit, or... Continue reading

Posted May 2, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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In Which I answer 100 questions... Part two

Answering some more questions from alexandrafranzen.com !! ϟ Have you ever been genuinely afraid for your physical safety? Once when I was alone in a house with a dog and it came at me, bro. ϟ What are you an expert on? Is it because of training, lived experience, or... Continue reading

Posted Apr 30, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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In which I answer 100 questions... Part One

Well, almost 100. So there's a beautiful person and gifted writer named Alexandra Franzen who writes over at alexandrafranzen.com (formerly known as Unicorns for Socialism... seriously!) and she's posted 100 questions to inspire rapid self discovery. I happen to dabble in and very much enjoy self discovery, so I have... Continue reading

Posted Apr 29, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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I've been keeping gratidude journals for a few years now. I notice a difference in my life and my sleep pattern when I neglect to write in it. But perhaps the greatest oversight I've had lately is to make those things I'm grateful for known... Looking back tonight on the... Continue reading

Posted Apr 7, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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The grass is always greener...

When I think about how often I compare myself in some way to others, whether it's someone else's body, job, car, relationship, voice, family, or whatever I'm feeling insecure about at the moment... I realize how much of my life I have wasted. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO POINT IN COMPARING... Continue reading

Posted Apr 3, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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Flower Brooch Inspiration

Some stitching inspiration for my Flower Brooch kits on sale at Modern Charm!! Here are some other links to amaze and inspire!! Hand Embroidery Stitches Can't go wrong with Wikipedia Textile art Hello, Dolly! Continue reading

Posted Mar 25, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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I had the honor of writing the poem that will be in the program at my Papaw's funeral this week. I wanted to share it here along with one of my favorite pictures of him. No Such Thing as Strangers Heaven must be somber, and needing of a smile So... Continue reading

Posted Mar 4, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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Calendar Inspiration

For most people, a calendar is something you only have one of. Hubs and myself are not like most people. We collect calendars. Usually in February or March, the kiosk at the mall that sells overpriced glossy monstrosities hacks their prices pretty low. Sometimes they're only $1 !! Considering you... Continue reading

Posted Jan 7, 2013 at Chelleter Skelter

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Your Time is Gonna Come

Do something you can't imagine not doing. (All of these pictures are from Pinterest) Certain things have been stirring my soul lately- Pinterest pictures, magazine articles, songs, conversations... Little flashes of light appear behind my eyes when I see a calendar by Selina Lake... Led Zeppelin takes my breath away... Continue reading

Posted Dec 31, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Birthday Month Magic 6

Abey Joe!!! Today is my nephew Abram's second birthday. He is the sweetest little guy- soft-spoken, very observant and thoughtful, super smart. He's not quite as big of a fan of me as his brother Noah (who has proposed marriage), but I'm working on it ;) I sat by him... Continue reading

Posted Nov 9, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Birthday Month Magic 5

It's my 30th birthday!!! Birthdays in and of themselves are pretty magical. Just hearing someone say "November 7th," even if they're just casually mentioning it makes me excited. I've been getting calls, texts, and messages all day from friends and family. It's so nice to be surrounded by kind hearted... Continue reading

Posted Nov 7, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Birthday Month Magic 4

Being 'Merican!!! I've voted in 4 presidential elections now, and it's a pretty cool feeling. I look forward to whatever is next, as long as it doesn't involve more campaign ads. DONE with those. Continue reading

Posted Nov 6, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Birthday Month Magic 3

The Magical Cody Rose!! Have you ever known someone for a while but not really been close to them and then something happens and you become great friends and you're like, "WHY THE HELL HAVEN'T WE BEEN FRIENDS OUR WHOLE LIVES????" That's how I feel about Cody Rose. He is... Continue reading

Posted Nov 5, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Birthday Month Magic 2

Crafty Magazines!!! They are particularly magical when they arrive in your mailbox. The one shown above is my current obsession. It's from the UK and it feels like everything they make and everything they feature came from my soul via my Mamaw's house. Dramatic? Yes. Perfect? Also yes. Continue reading

Posted Nov 2, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Birthday Month Magic !!

It's my birthday month!! I'm gonna list a bunch of magical stuff!! YAY!! The Monkees Station on Pandora! There's something so delightful to me about this era of music. The harmonies, the (mostly) optimistic subject matter, the simplicity... It takes me back to being a kid and watching The Monkees... Continue reading

Posted Nov 1, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Upgrade yo bobby pins

Bobby pins are great, right? But sometimes (okay, all the time) I need more color in my life than they can offer!! Thankfully I have a million and one bottles of nailpolish and I can give my little bobby pins the makeover they deserve!! Most bobby pins are going to... Continue reading

Posted Sep 22, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Like red, but not quite

PINK!!!! As some of you (or none of you) may know, I went through a huge pink phase in High School and college. I've drifted away from it since then (because blue always was and always will be the color of my SOUL) but now pink seems to be working... Continue reading

Posted Sep 20, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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So, The Roxy Studio is looking for some models for an upcoming shoot. I'm submitting three of my favorite pictures. I've never modeled before, but I would love to! Photo by : Christen Reed Photography Photo by Molly Burkett Photo by: Me! (My hair is longer now, I just thought... Continue reading

Posted Sep 5, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Another swell notebook :)

I tend to buy things that are blank with the purpose of making them FABULOUS!! Here's a fabric covered notebook that was in serious need of an upgrade. I was going for a triangular geometric look, so I started out by taping up the front and the back of the... Continue reading

Posted Sep 1, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Funtime with Victoria's Secret Models!

Okay, it's confession time: I love Victoria's Secret. I buy their bras, their undies, their lotions, perfumes, sweatpants (SWEATPANTS?!?!) etc... So the following post is in no way undermining the company or its employees... It's just that I've been bothered by something in their advertising campaigns and catalogs for a... Continue reading

Posted Aug 23, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Today will be Daisy's last day as an "only child." She will be a Big Sister. We are adopting a 3 year old Dachshund from a friend of ours. There will be plenty of pictures to come of Hillshire (!!!) but this post is about our first true love, Daisy.... Continue reading

Posted Aug 16, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Gratitude Journal and Totally Rad Jacket...

AKA, stuff I've made lately!! "If you have good thoughts, they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely."- Roald Dahl Gratitude lists are all the rage in my world right now. I try to make a daily list of stuff that I'm thankful/... Continue reading

Posted Aug 14, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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Bridesmaid's Dress 2.0

I wore the cutest little blue dress in my sister's wedding a couple years ago. I felt like it wasn't getting enough attention in its dress form, so I cut off the top portion just above the elastic. I intended for it to become a skirt, but it had something... Continue reading

Posted Jul 28, 2012 at Chelleter Skelter

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