Overdue Update!

OOTD: Thrift blouse & stripped skirt.

This is a long overdue post. I was practically creating a post every day to. . .well, never! Things always seem to be completely hectic, juggling everything has been hard, but I'm trying my  best. I seriously just need to make more use of the Blogger app I have to set up posts & have them up & going. I don't want to leave the readers out of the wind with everything going on. I've been posting a lot of photos on Tumblr because it's just as easy as one-two-three. I want to make sure that I keep everything up to date, even if it's just a weekly post.

To all the new followers I wanted to say thank you. I know that with the give away that Liz had recently, it definitely brought about new readers. For those of you who have complimented my work thus far, I really appreciate it. Feedback is essential to growth, no matter if it's positive or negative. - Please remember that whether it's a hobby, a job, or even just life in general. Also, congratulations to Miss.Tapia for winning the contest. When you get the earrings & wear them if you could please send me a picture I'd appreciate it so much!

As for my earrings:

I've been getting asked on how to purchase earrings. As of right now it is per request. I am currently working on setting up my Etsy account. I am hoping in two Sundays I can share the "Grand Opening". Haha! The earrings are coming along & they're not as easy to make as it may seem. I love how everyone has contributed their sense of style & what color scheme they'd like for what they will be wearing. It helps me narrow down what to use & how to put everything together. If you go to the earrings link I have posted on my Tumblr, you will see those who have received earrings from me thus far, as well as ones that I have been creating. I will create either a little button or link on the side of the blog so you can just click right from my .com to see the earrings. This helps those who don't have Tumblr. Samples of these earrings are obviously attached into the blog. :)

 My design for my blog is still simple. The revamp didn't work out all how I wanted it to, but I do like simple. I actually did it myself, but another thing I want to do it get back into designing. This way I don't have to bother any of you lovely ladies for banners. I am working on it, so please don't make fun yet! Lol.

I've come to the conclusion I have an addiction to sales! I literally went thrifting this weekend & although I didnt' get as many things as I thought I'd walk out with, I definitely got some nice deals. Who can go wrong with a brand new Talbots blazer that was once $88 & got it half off the ticketed thrift price & paid around $9? Can you understand my addiction now?! I still have things that have yet to be worn that I found thrifting that I will be wearing soon with this weather. As for sales, OH MAN! That's another blog within itself.

I hope all has been well for everyone. I promise to get another post up shortly. Have a beautiful day.
- Ahlexandria

GIVEAWAY!

Good morning everyone! I'm trying to keep up with updating & my normal day to day. I hope things have been going well for everyone. My outfit for today is throw together: I'm wearing a navy H&M dress with a brown belt across the waist & a grey woven cut-off top. I have my brown boots on incase it rains because I decided not to get my feet wet lol.

So the reason for this blog is about the giveaway that Liz is having. I'm very excited because she's not just giving any random thing away, she's giving the earrings that I made away! :) Last weekend I sent her two earrings that she had asked for, one was to giveaway & an extra. I also threw in some little goodies that I hope she would be able to use. For her to even think of this idea & have my customized item to be apart of her giveaway is absolutely AMAZING!

If you check her blog out you will see all the information on how you can enter. The more points that you get the better it is for you! Please note that these items are handmade, so they are fragile, especially the crosses. It's a nice chance at winning an item instead of paying for it, but do know I'm trying to be absolutely reasonable with pricing all the earrings I've been making.

I am currently taking orders upon request. Soon enough I will have my Etsy account set up where you can just purchase what is already made. For now I feel a request of an earring that you like does help. It takes a week to send out: this includes me the item & shipping it to you. For shipping & handling rates please speak to me. Right now I'm only asking half of the shipping cost, which in reality is nothing but $1-2.

I wanted to wish those who were entering the best of luck! The giveaway closes on the 20th of September & the next day Liz & I will be choosing the winner. :)

Good luck everyone & thank you!

- Ahlexandria

Floral Linen Flats.

Burgandy, Orange Feathers.

Red, Burgandy Crosses. a photo by Ahlexandria on Flickr.

Handmade earrings by me. Long feathers. Considering making these again. For now they're a sample being mailed out.

Midnight & Hell.

Midnight & Hell. a photo by Ahlexandria on Flickr.

Another couple of pairs I've made. Small feathers to long.

Military Chick or Girl Scout?!

Sale shirt from Pay half. Pants from Pay half. Payless laceless oxfords.

Floral Thrift Blouse.



Thrift Blouse. HK Case. H&M Trousers. Minnetoka Mocs.



I know I haven't been posting as much as I should have been. I was trying to keep up with day to day, but I have been completely slacking. It was easier posting to Tumblr because of the app that I had on my phone, thank goodness for the new Blogger app that I mentioned in yesterday's post.

I've been a bit busy, also I've been sick. But I'm trying to make sure that I send everyone's earrings out that has requested as soon as I can. I had to restock on items, so hopefully this week I will finish on the huge list that I have going. I'm trying to be as productive as possible, especially adding in the work that I have to do for school.

Tonight the Pats vs the Dolphins. I'm actually pretty excited to see Brady vs. Reggie Bush. It should be interesting with the cover & new players that they have.

Anyways,

Hope everyone's Monday went well.

- Ahlexandria

NFL Sunday's + iPhone Apps!

First & foremost:

To those who lost someone during 9/11/01 or because of 9/11, my love goes out to you & your family. A decade has passed & time hasn't healed all wounds.

NFL:

IT'S THAT TIME OF SEASONNNNN! I'm a big fanatic of football. I can watch all games & enjoy each one. I honestly don't have a favorite team, there are some I prefer to watch, but I do keep up with the games and the players. All the games from today were absolutely great!

iPhone Apps:

I also downloaded new apps onto my iPhone. You will see some posts from my iPhone & especially those from the new Blogger app they finally have. Hopefully it'll be easier to keep up with, just like it is with my Tumblr. I have all these different photography apps: Instagram (@Ahlexandria), some collage app, an editing app (to brighten the iPhone photos) & then this cool app called Pose. If you have an iPhone & have Instagram follow me: @Ahlexandria. Pose though are for OOTD type of posts. It's similar to Instagram, but involves outfits, stores you purchased it from, the prices & comments. I joined it because it's like a Lookbook but easier. Same name as everything else: @Ahlexandria - if you decide to download it.

Let's see how the Blogger app works out for me. I have to mess with it.

Happy Sunday everyone! Hope your weekends were all enjoyable.

- Ahlexandria

Jamaica Waters.

Jamaica Waters. a photo by Ahlexandria on Flickr.

Memorial Day Weekend 2011.

I promise to keep posting more pictures. Slowly but surely.

Yankees!

Yankees! a photo by Ahlexandria on Flickr.

Yankee games with Mom. :) These are the moments when it's priceless. I had such a great time just seeing my Mom & doing things we used to do when I was younger. We had a nice mother-daughter day & we plan on enjoying others. Hopefully we can see one more Yankees game before the season ends, if not we have the NHL, NBA & my favorite, the NFL coming up!

I have other pictures that I will fix & edit. On the mean time this one was my Mom's favorite. I also am getting earrings together to ship this week to some lovely bloggers. :)

- Ahlexandria

Polka Dot Bikini

Polka Dot Bikini a photo by Ahlexandria on Flickr.

A picture from 4th of July weekend. Extremely overdue!

Stay updated on Tumblr with anything for this weekend.

Inkwell + HK.

Friday = Jean Day. It's cold in here, but definitely an easy going day with the upcoming holiday weekend. I did my first mailing for the earrings today. Put two pairs in there for Melody, with some little extras that I hope she likes. I plan on sending her more soon with a shirt that I will fix up with studs or a little design. Everyone who has contacted me about the samples have been nothing more than supportive. I can honestly say that I am beyond grateful for everything. You ladies, even gents, have been awesome!

I'm going to work on some more earrings this weekend. I am taking requests for the moment because it makes it easier to know what is wanted. I will soon set up my Etsy account once I get extras.

Enjoy your day! - Ahlexandria. <3