This took me a lot of time because I learned everything about blog design from my good friend Google search. Maybe you've heard of him? He's pretty helpful. But even with his help, it took a lot of trial and error. There are a lot of great tutorials out there but they're all over the place and some (womp womp) don't work at all. I've been thinking of compiling all of my own tips and tricks and posting my own tutorials. What do you think? Any takers? That wasn't my intention or direction I had originally planned for this here blog but I believe I've gotten pretty good at understanding the inner workings of HTML. Let me know if this is something you'd like to see.
SO for today's real purpose...my super sweet maxi dress! Yes, another dress! And this time it's a long dress. We gettin' fancy up in hurr! Maxi's are meant to be super casual but I feel a little more than just "casual" in it. This isn't something I would typically buy but I saw Danielle over at Goodwillista (isn't that blog name awesome sauce? Wish I would have thought of it!) looking so dang cute in her maxi skirt, I knew what my next purchase was going to be. Danielle is the lovely person who is solely responsible for me ever stepping foot inside a Goodwill or thrift store. It absolutely changed my life. For reals. So I owe Danielle a big THANK YOU!!
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| Miss Danielle looking supa dupa fly |
Maxi Dress: Walmart $14.00 {similar}
Denim Jacket: Aero/Thrifted $8.00 {similar}
Sandals: Tommy Hilfiger/Thrifted $4.00 {similar}
Necklace: Walmart $5.00 {another cute option}
Grand Total: $31.00
So here's to my first maxi! Cheers!
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I like the design. I want to do more to design my own blog as well. I have added some of my own design work but need to use your good friend google to get more ideas ;) It would be great if you shared some tutorials on how to design your own.
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Handmade at Warratahstree
Awesome! I'm so happy to have you! I will definitely get to work on adding some tutorials; if I can help even one person, it's worth it! Thanks, Tracy! :)
DeleteOkay I am LOVING your new design!! How did you do the glitter?!? And the darling arrow things?!? I need some help! I want my nav bar updated and cute! Like you I am teaching myself! I would love tips and tricks!!
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dani
www.lovemedanimarie.com
Thank you, Dani! I'll definitely get some tutorials up and I'll be sure to include the glitter...that's one I just learned and as you can see, I really like it! haha
DeleteYour adorable. I love maxi skirts, they are the only ones I will wear, mainly because my legs glow in the dark!
ReplyDeleteHaha! I feel the same about my pasty pale legs, as well! I need to soak up some vitamin D!
DeleteHey Lindsey! Found you through the Lets be Friends link up! Just saying hello from your new follower!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Thanks so much, Lauren! I'm happy you stopped in!
DeleteLOVE the maxi. And congrats on the blog design. That's how I learn code too. ;)
ReplyDeleteHappy Friday!
just love
//kelly
Is there another way? haha It's not like Blogger gives you learning tools! Thanks for stopping in, Kelly!
DeleteLOOOve maxis! They have some really cute ones over at Marshalls too right now :) I think we have alot in common you should stop by sometime! HAve a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteBrooke
onprairiehill.blogspot.com
We don't have a Marshall's! :( I've heard great things about it. Guess I need to write to the city council! haha Thanks so much for stopping by, Brooke!
DeleteLove your outfit!! You look so adorable!
ReplyDeleteStopping by from Falling for Friday. =)
~Callie
www.creationsbycallie.com
Aww thank you, Callie! I'm so glad you stopped by!
DeleteLove the new design! Definitely something to be proud of!
ReplyDeleteKaren
www.yourstylistkaren.com
Thank you, Karen! She's my baby, I worked hard on her! :)
Deletelove the blog design! i thought i was one of the only ones with a left sidebar ;) great minds think alike! i still wear all of my maternity maxi dresses... seven months later. they're just so comfy!
ReplyDeleteThe really are!! It's like wearing nothing! I did have some trouble not shutting it in the car door though! Don't tell anyone! haha I'm not real sure why I chose the left sidebar. I'm right handed and everything...it just seemed better that way! ;)
Deletelove the maxi dress!!!
ReplyDeletei also wanted you to know that i tried to respond to your post on my blog but you are a no reply blogger - i did a tutorial on how to fix that! http://www.untilonlyloveremains.com/2013/03/no-reply-bloggers-lets-be-friends.html
i do want to be friends with you! i love your blog!
No way! I actually used your tutorial a while back when you first posted it! I went and reverted back to Blogger and everything. And I just now went back again to check it, 'show email' is still checked! Looks like I'm going to have to have a word with Blogger! haha Thanks for letting me know!
DeleteLooks like I need to get a maxi!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from the Fun Friday Hop. Now following via BLoglovin.
Would LOVE to have you link up on my Bloglovin Blog Hop!
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Take care,
Meg
Happy Kids, Inc
Already did, Meg! I'm a big fan of the blog hops! :) Thanks so much for stopping by!!
DeleteWhat a gorgeous blog design, girl! Great job!! :-) And I love the maxi skirt, too. :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Susannah! I'm really liking it too, it's like getting a new pair of shoes and you want to wear them around the house just so you can look at them haha
DeleteLove the blog design, you did an amazing job! New follower via bloglovin :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Elizabeth! I'm so happy to have you!! :)
Deleteoooh, i LOVE the new blog design, Lindsey! i actually just changed my whole blog NAME and the design as well ;) google helped me out a LOT- its amazing what you can find on the internet! i love this outfit, too. so classy and casual!
ReplyDelete-Jenna Brianne
freckledfashionista.com
I just visited! I LOVE the new name!! It's so very cute and so very you!! Congrats on the change! :)
DeleteThe new design looks awesome! Google is seriously the best!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to hear that I'm the one who got you to thrift, it makes my heart smile :D Looks like you're a natural at it too!
You look awesome in this maxi dress! It's so simple so you can style it so many ways! Lynette from Lynette Marie wore this almost exact outfit this week too! Great minds think alike ;)
<3 danielle
goodwillista.blogspot.com
It has seriously changed my life! No lie! I could never go shopping because I could never afford it because the kids grow like little weeds and I was having to get them new clothes every 6 months. I'd see all these trends and was so envious but now I can actually buy things for MYSELF! It seriously would have never crossed my mind to go to the Goodwill for anything other than donating. And I would have never thought I could pull of a maxi either until I saw your rocking it. Please don't ever stop blogging! haha Thanks again, girl!!
DeleteLome me a maxi and the denim jacket makes it perfect for transitioning into Spring. Fun pics and impressive shopping scores. :D So glad I stopped by.
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Thank you! I'm so glad you stopped by, too! :)
DeleteI wore something similar last summer when I made my best purchase of that season - my denim jacket! Truly a versatile piece, isn't it? You look great!
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MRS JACK OF ALL TRADES
http://mrsjackofalltradesdaily.blogspot.ae/
It really is the most versatile piece I own! I love it! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteGreat outfit! This is one of my favorite looks for summer and the addition of the statement necklace is perfection. Thanks so much for linking up this great outfit with The Life of the Party.
ReplyDeletexo~Sherry
thelifeofthepartyblog.com
Thank YOU so much for hosting! Looking forward to another week! :)
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