2020 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?

[papertiger]

March stats
O bags in, O bags out
3 Scarves in, 2 scarves out (gave to family members) - Scarves in = one Grail (Venerie des Princes), one CSGM (Paperoles, my first), and Au Coeur de la Vie

YTD
1 bag in, 0 bags out
8 scarves in, 4 out
I've unlisted everything for now, I *really* don't want to go to the post office.

I haven't read anything either, I've been too distracted.
But I have a list of things to do around the house - a lot of yard work that I can do when the weather is nice, some inside work (organize the cellar, clean the unfinished side of the basement) to do when the weather is rotten - like today. I've brought up 24 bottles to put in the subzero, then I'll start the real work in the cellar.
I'm going into the offices twice a week to make sure everything's good there - bills are paid, employees are paid, cleaning company is still showing up, etc…
Still getting dressed in real clothes, mascara at the minimum, earrings, H scarf jauntily tied. Not carrying many purses though, but I've considered a Faux Purse Spill just for fun - as in 'I didn't go anywhere, but here's what I would have carried if I had!'
TPF has been very helpful - I have 'duties' on the scarf thread, I love coming to this thread to see what everyone is up to (@keodi - honey I am sending you a GREAT BIG INTERNET HUG ), the Hermes Sheltering in Place thread is a hoot.
Thank you ladies for - well - everything.

You're sounding very well organised. I've had a week to pay our Council Tax and still haven't.

Congratulations on your scarves. I didn't know you were looking for Venerie des Princes, I saw one a while back (although it was a UK site) My fault for not looking at the grail thread enough. . Which cw of Au Coeur de la Vie did you receive?

 

[whateve]

Glad that this hasn't affected your family too badly.

I liked food delivery from the supermarket until the Christmas before last when they (Tesco) substituted 48 'value' chicken drumsticks that had to be cooked that day because of the sell by date against a premium quality, free range turkey I panned for Christmas Day

I was worried about expiration dates and substitutions and the quality of the produce, but I was very happy with the stuff my shopper picked out. Of course, I've only done it once. He didn't substitute anything without getting my approval. I was in contact with him the entire shopping trip. They get ratings and tips so it behooves them to do a good job. I assume some of them just haven't a clue.

 

[papertiger]

Things non bag-related I did in March. Sorry, I don´t know how to do photo collages, so there will be quite a few pics.

Repair the damage the mice have done. (After putting up traps we caught 4 huge fat beasts almost as big as hamsters and I must admit I was sad as they were so beautiful.)
A new (old) collar for the little black 60ies dress, a bold repair to my 40ies Dirndl, done in the same way I repair pram hoods, 2 dresses shortened.

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A couple of sizes added to a cheerful 70ies summer dress

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A fastener added to my latest leather jacket which being 90ies oversized fitted me nicely over the shoulders but wouldn´t close as I´m far from a size "S".

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and finally another attempt on a tighter fitting "canvas" as last time made at an interpretation of the Galliano´s Circus leather jacket- this time with the story he spun for the collection "embroidered" on the lining. (Transcripted from a youtube video.)

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You always have such fun projects. Can you come over and darn the holes my machine put in a Nicole Miller cashmere please

That Galliano´s Circus leather is amazing, wow.

 

[papertiger]

I was worried about expiration dates and substitutions and the quality of the produce, but I was very happy with the stuff my shopper picked out. Of course, I've only done it once. He didn't substitute anything without getting my approval. I was in contact with him the entire shopping trip. They get ratings and tips so it behooves them to do a good job. I assume some of them just haven't a clue.

I think it may be better if you have at least some competition in the area. Our house is on a mountain, and apart from our little village store (probably smaller than your living room) only 2 supermarkets deign to deliver. Gucci delivered my Christmas presents on Christmas Eve though plus they had to chase me around the globe and for that I should never complain about any delivery again!!!

 

[cowgirlsboots]

You always have such fun projects. Can you come over and darn the holes my machine put in a Nicole Miller cashmere please

That Galliano´s Circus leather is amazing, wow.

Thank-you so much! The leather jacket seems to be an all time project for me. I did one before which I wasn´t too happy with the tiger´s face expression on and made the mistake of taking the first leather jacket that fell into my hands as a "canvas". It only was 2 Euro and is huuuuge even on me while the circus theme requires something far more fitted which I now finally found.
Though I´m very happy with the second attempt I still would prefer to get my hands on the real thing, of course!

Re the darning: I´d love to come over as even indoor vampyre me starts feeling caged in this house, but I´d be useless at darning. As hard as my dear Mum tried I never learned this skill properly and all my efforts always do look like efforts.

 

[cowgirlsboots]

May I pick your brains re an SLG - not sure it even counts as one...
I´m looking for a key chain to replace my cherished but very shabby felt wrist strap. So far I wasn´t able to find any wrist strap kind of key chain in leather (preferrably red!) except for very rustic handmade looking ones.

 

[whateve]

I think it may be better if you have at least some competition in the area. Our house is on a mountain, and apart from our little village store (probably smaller than your living room) only 2 supermarkets deign to deliver. Gucci delivered my Christmas presents on Christmas Eve though plus they had to chase me around the globe and for that I should never complain about any delivery again!!!

We used to live out in the country about 30 miles from the nearest grocery store. I would imagine no one would deliver groceries out there. We never wanted to move from that place but were forced to due to financial reasons. On the one hand, I think it would have been a marvelous place to wait out the pandemic but on the other hand, it is much easier to get supplies in town where we are without leaving the house.

 

[keodi]

March stats
O bags in, O bags out
3 Scarves in, 2 scarves out (gave to family members) - Scarves in = one Grail (Venerie des Princes), one CSGM (Paperoles, my first), and Au Coeur de la Vie

YTD
1 bag in, 0 bags out
8 scarves in, 4 out
I've unlisted everything for now, I *really* don't want to go to the post office.

I haven't read anything either, I've been too distracted.
But I have a list of things to do around the house - a lot of yard work that I can do when the weather is nice, some inside work (organize the cellar, clean the unfinished side of the basement) to do when the weather is rotten - like today. I've brought up 24 bottles to put in the subzero, then I'll start the real work in the cellar.
I'm going into the offices twice a week to make sure everything's good there - bills are paid, employees are paid, cleaning company is still showing up, etc…
Still getting dressed in real clothes, mascara at the minimum, earrings, H scarf jauntily tied. Not carrying many purses though, but I've considered a Faux Purse Spill just for fun - as in 'I didn't go anywhere, but here's what I would have carried if I had!'
TPF has been very helpful - I have 'duties' on the scarf thread, I love coming to this thread to see what everyone is up to (@keodi - honey I am sending you a GREAT BIG INTERNET HUG ), the Hermes Sheltering in Place thread is a hoot.
Thank you ladies for - well - everything.

Thank you I'm also enjoying the sheltering in place with Hermes thread.

 

[Cookiefiend]

You're sounding very well organised. I've had a week to pay our Council Tax and still haven't.

Congratulations on your scarves. I didn't know you were looking for Venerie des Princes, I saw one a while back (although it was a UK site) My fault for not looking at the grail thread enough. . Which cw of Au Coeur de la Vie did you receive?

Thanks! I found the gold and taupe CW of VdP from a French seller - I think it's a gorgeous scarf. The Au Coeur de la Vie is from 2007 - black background, the design is mostly green with pink and lavender - I wish I knew the actual CW because I do like to know that. Very pretty and I love green!
I'll pop a picture on here in a sec! Okay - here it is - the light is very poor though

 

[papertiger]

We used to live out in the country about 30 miles from the nearest grocery store. I would imagine no one would deliver groceries out there. We never wanted to move from that place but were forced to due to financial reasons. On the one hand, I think it would have been a marvelous place to wait out the pandemic but on the other hand, it is much easier to get supplies in town where we are without leaving the house.

I looked it up, it's about the same to the nearest supermarket. I frequently work from home, sometimes months at a time and a lot of people. It's not always possible, and that's partly why I have to have two homes.

 

[papertiger]

Thanks! I found the gold and taupe CW of VdP from a French seller - I think it's a gorgeous scarf. The Au Coeur de la Vie is from 2007 - black background, the design is mostly green with pink and lavender - I wish I knew the actual CW because I do like to know that. Very pretty and I love green!
I'll pop a picture on here in a sec! Okay - here it is - the light is very poor though
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Oh well done! I think it's from 1956(?). It's a stunner.

I know that cw. The cws from 2007 seem more nuanced than reissues of SS2014 and the black is gorgeous. I have the 'tropical' Jaune Vif from 2014 and DH loves it, one of the only scarves he's commented on.

I think @shrpthorn is twins with you, perhaps she will know the exact cw?

 

[baghabitz34]

beautiful shirts, I love Brora! I've purchased 1-2 cashmere items from them every f/w season since 2014.




same I carry my phone, keys, and credit card only when i do venture out for grocery shopping. When i get inside i sanitize everything.

my stats for march does not have much activity since working from home the last 3 weeks.
SLGs 0 in 0 out
Bags 0 in 0 out
During lockdown/shelter in place, I am staying positive, i get up, do yoga, shower get dressed put on makeup, as though I'm going in the office to include taking a work bag with me in my home office. I'm trying very hard to stay positive. especially with the doom and gloom reports from back home NYC, and the news(i've started watching the news less and less) TPF, you ladies on this thread, and others have really helped me to stay upbeat. I'm really worried about my family especially my mom who is a nurse at an NYC hospital, has been on the front lines, and she's showing flu like and cannot get a test to rule anything out as officials are denying her testing due to shortages. I try not to view the footage of what is happening at her place of work because I break down in sobs when I do. With that being said i appreciate you guys company and of all the pretty purses on here!

Wishing the best to your mom. Those on the front lines right now really are rock stars!

 

[keodi]

Wishing the best to your mom. Those on the front lines right now really are rock stars!

Wishing the best to your mom. Those on the front lines right now really are rock stars!

thank you, I appreciate it.

 

[Vintage Leather]

March Update:
Bags Carried : 2 hard wearing and easy to sanitize seatbelt bags.

Bags In: 0
Bags Out: 0
Accessories In: 0
Jewelry and Accessories Out: 6

YTD
Bags In: 1967 Leiber Chatelaine Minaudiere with the original chain. In the words of Cowgirlboots - je ne regret rein!
Bags Out: 1 (have listed 11, but no nibbles)
Accessories In: 0
Jewelry and Accessories Out: 17!!

May I pick your brains re an SLG - not sure it even counts as one...
I´m looking for a key chain to replace my cherished but very shabby felt wrist strap. So far I wasn´t able to find any wrist strap kind of key chain in leather (preferrably red!) except for very rustic handmade looking ones.

I know you like car themes and car shows, have you thought about a Harvey's Seatbelt CNG?
Harvey's is my current obsession. They make all their bags out of seatbelts, and they have a keychain on a strap that I like - it's long enough to fit on my wrist, has a clip so I can attach it to a d-ring inside a bag, and a very sturdy key ring itself.
https://shopharveys.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/keychain-razzleberry

 

[More bags]

This all sounds wonderful. Great adjustments! I love how the kids are reminding you of the scheduled walks!

I’ happy to hear you and yours are doing so well! It really needs to happen. Lol! I mentioned to Mr. S that I thought it would be a great Bday present. It seems we’re not going anywhere any time soon so, why buy now? Lol!
My mother I the queen of buying and deferring enjoyment / use to...never. She is always planning to lose the extra weight, have the party, make the friends... It drives me batty!!!! And, she’s wasted so many todays. My dad is gone and she always talks about “I wish I had.”

That’s made me become the opposite. I use what I have now and I make up ridiculous reasons to celebrate and have fun. Good china for bacon and eggs, designer metallic bag for Target, fur coat for the movies... Life is too short and nothing is promised.

Your family is adjusting so well, you must be a great mom

Thank you momasaurus, Sparkletastic and papertiger. Papertiger, your words are so sweet I am thankful my kids have retained a sense of humour while staying at home and having their world turned upside down. We laugh a lot. My older son was coming out of the washroom this morning and said guys, there’s a problem with the toilet, it’s smoking ...

He got us good. Happy April Fool’s Day!