playing hookie

[ 1955 striped dress. image courtesy myvintagevogue. ]

I hope you all won’t mind if I don’t post anything terribly interesting today. I’m very tired after several late nights the past few days (staying up to keep Sailor Husband company while he finished writing and editing a 25 page research paper!), and don’t feel terribly awake or witty today. Rather, I think I’d like to catch up on emails and comments, edit some videos for my YouTube channel, listen to some audio books and podcasts, and spend a good chunk of time sewing. I bought fabric this weekend, and it’s calling my name…

However, I have a little task for you! I have lately been trying to go through my comments and visit all your lovely blogs (and be bowled over at the amazing, talented bunch you are!!!). I’m so awful about visiting blogs listed in the comments; mostly because I often don’t have the time, and they’re scattered across so many posts. But I’d love for this to be a formal “show my your blog!” post; so go ahead and comment with your blog’s url–I’d love to see it!

Until tomorrow…

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79 lovely thoughts to “playing hookie”

Erin says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:11 am

Hi Casey, I love reading your blog and your tutorials are fabulous. You’ve inspired me to work on a few crafty projects (I just made a lovely vintage-styled hat!) and I’m in awe of your sewing skills. I’ve dug out my sewing machine and am going to have a go at making some skirts and dresses now!

Ms.Cleaver says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:14 am

Playing hookie sounds like a great idea- have fun!!!

Vintage Girl says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:19 am

I love your blog! It’s very inspiring and you always have got beautiful photos. I know it’s hard to read and discover all those great blogs, but i’m always very pleased when I found something new and elegant ( like yours blog)

Johanna Blevins says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:26 am

your blog is just great :-] I’ll go and sew now too. have fun

elizabeth of course says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:26 am

ooh. do come visit.
my-crafty-mess.blogspot.com

Ruby redlocks says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:32 am

I love your blog and visit it daily. Here’s mine:http://rubyredlocks.blogspot.com/

Layla says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:33 am

Play hookie, you deserve it ♥
Have fun with the sewing

Kelley says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:47 am

What a lovely picture you posted! I always find your inspirations and outfits so inspiring. You make and wear such lovely things. Thanks for offering to look at everyone’s blogs:)
http://kaleidoscopicrefrains.blogspot.com/

Sal says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:57 am

Well, ya know me, lady. Don’t blame you for wanting to play a little hooky. I’ve been out of the blog-loop for four days and it was a nice break!

Leila Wylie says:
May 26th, 2009 at 9:15 am

Your blog is great! You should visit mine: http://americanrococo.blogspot.com

I just posted a 40s-inspired editorial from NY Times Mag from a few years ago. You’d really like it!

Dalila says:
May 26th, 2009 at 9:34 am

Breaks are wonderful!
I’ve had sewing plans for a few weeks now. I managed to tackle my mending pile and maybe now I will get to sewing something new!
Have a great day, Casey!

Emily C says:
May 26th, 2009 at 9:44 am

Hey Casey, I love your style, and check out your blog everyday! I am a painter and do vintage inspired work. Check it out at http://emilyclarke.blogspot.com

Mariah says:
May 26th, 2009 at 9:49 am

You blog is always so lovely. And you’ve really inspired me to go out and learn how to sew… I’ll let you know how that turns out.

Wish I could play hookie today too.

Hannah says:
May 26th, 2009 at 9:58 am

Everybody needs time off occasionally! I’d love for you to check out my blog,

http://www.hellomrfox.blogspot.com

I tried to link it so you could just click but I can’t work it out!

Have a great day,

Hannah

Ashe Mischief says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:03 am

Http://www.mischiefmydear.com/dramatispersonae/

I have to admit, yours is probably one of my favorite newer blog finds recently! And Trashy Divas gotta stick together

xoxo

Quincy says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:11 am

I love that picture! There’s a picture in one of the latest Anthropologie mags that I swear they got their idea from this picture! I’ll try to find it for you. Have a lovely day sewing…I have to do some sewing too )

reilly says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:26 am

http://www.cicispeaks.blogspot.com

I’m still new at this so if you have any tips I’d love to hear them. ;] Thanks!

Now I’m left wondering if I can pull off a dress with a stripe pattern that big..

Sarah says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:34 am

I definitely love reading your blog, it’s quite refreshing to have someone so inspired by older time periods rather than focused in trends of today.

Sarah says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:35 am

Oh, and my blog is http://spottedsushi.livejournal.com/

Blair says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:35 am

Aw, that was terribly nice of you to stay up with your husband…you deserve a day off!

<3

Angelique says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:44 am

I hope you get a good rest! Feel free to check out my blog, http://studiokiekje.typepad.com

Angel Cutsforth says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:45 am

I’ve got two, one for my vintage musings and one for my etsy updates.

http://vintage-angelc.blogspot.com
http://skylinevintage.blogspot.com

Let me know what you think.

Oh and my etsy shop is http://skylinevintage.etsy.com

Angel

Emma Wallace says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:49 am

As a musician with a vintage feel to her music (who is planning to have an even MORE vintage-y feel to the next cd), your website has been my bible for vintage fashion! Thank you so much for blog, your unpretentious posts and your lovely photos!

Keeley says:
May 26th, 2009 at 11:05 am

I have to say your blog has definitly inspired me to start up my own blog. I love your style of writing and your wonderful pictures! I’d be honored if you checked out my blog
an-elegant-scribble.blogspot.com

Poke Salad Annie says:
May 26th, 2009 at 11:23 am

hi Casey! your blog is so much fun! i visit here all the time, and always enjoy it
i’d love it if you’d stop by my wee corner of the world!

i’m at looseleaftigers.blogspot.com

thanks for all the inspiration!

Kelley says:
May 26th, 2009 at 11:25 am

What a wonderful photo! I love looking at your blog…the beautiful clothes that you wear and make and the fantastic photos that you post…its always inspiring. Thanks so much for offering to look at our pages as well!

http://www.kaleidoscopicrefrains.blogspot.com/

Shayla says:
May 26th, 2009 at 11:32 am

Hey darling! you already read my blog, but I will post it, incase anyone else is interested!

The Mysterious Life of the Metropolitan Housewife

Bridget says:
May 26th, 2009 at 11:34 am

have a happy day catching up

niki says:
May 26th, 2009 at 11:40 am

every girl deserves a break now and then! i love your blog!

Bettie Booh says:
May 26th, 2009 at 11:42 am

Absolutely LOVE that dress. Gorgeous.

Amanda Nicole says:
May 26th, 2009 at 12:09 pm

What’s the point of working hard if you can’t take it easy now and then? You’re such a busy bee, I’m sure you deserve it

Ashley says:
May 26th, 2009 at 12:13 pm

I love that picture! It looks so happy and summery. Here is my pitiful offering in the form of a blog. Feel free to browse and laugh at my weirdness. I absolutely love your blog. Someday I find time to sew again, but until then I just read your blog!

Ashley says:
May 26th, 2009 at 12:14 pm

oh it would have been helpful to actually post the link.

http://www.yammeringmuse.blogspot.com

indigorchid says:
May 26th, 2009 at 12:18 pm

Ooo, I’ve been a sucker for your blog and your style for a long time – it was actually a major inspiration/push to start my own!

Happy hookie-day!

http://www.indigorchid.wordpress.com

elise says:
May 26th, 2009 at 12:34 pm

Oooh, since you asked:

http://www.elventryst.blogspot.com

I do love vintage, but haven’t integrated it into my wardrobe like you have. I make my living as a model– I’m leaving for Istanbul tomorrow for two months– and my blog follows my travels as well as my random musings and etsy (vintage) shop updates.

Pansy Lane says:
May 26th, 2009 at 12:48 pm

Oh there’s nothing at all wrong with taking some time to yourself!

I absolutely love your blog and your style!

http://pansylane.blogspot.com

Parisgirl says:
May 26th, 2009 at 12:52 pm

I love audiobooks and podcasts too. I have tons of reviews on my site http://parisgirl9.wordpress.com/ I enjoy your posts!

Lena (fröken lila) says:
May 26th, 2009 at 1:33 pm

so here is my blog: http://froekenlila.blogspot.com
(though i also have it up there in the website/blog-section..). i’m excited to see what you’re going to sew! at the moment i am adjusting a pretty vintage skirt for myself, and just wish i had more time for sewing…

Linn Ekholm says:
May 26th, 2009 at 2:30 pm

Hi Casey! I just recently discovered your blog, and I’m hooked! Its so inspirational and wonderful! Keep up the good work! I mostly blog in swedish, but you are most welcome to visit anyways!

Erin says:
May 26th, 2009 at 2:34 pm

Oh hey! You changed your header and footer! I like it Very light and summery.

Diana says:
May 26th, 2009 at 2:49 pm

hi casey! i LOVE your blog and even if you don’t comment directly on my blog, you always take the time to email back! thanks for everything and keep up the fab work! i hope you find some inspiration amongst your readers like we find inspiration in you! <3

Laura says:
May 26th, 2009 at 3:06 pm

Hookie is such fun! ;P

http://actuallylaura.blogspot.com

Hope you have a marvelous time blog hopping!

Sara says:
May 26th, 2009 at 3:39 pm

Ah, now that’s the way to spend a warm overcast day like today!

This is me:
http://www.sheeri.blogspot.com

Sara says:
May 26th, 2009 at 3:43 pm

Ah, now that’s the way to spend a warm overcast day like today!

This is me: (I’ve been playing a bit of hooky myself)
http://www.sheeri.blogspot.com

Izzy says:
May 26th, 2009 at 4:15 pm

Here is mine!

http://laviecestyeye.blogspot.com/

I have been lazy too but I have been knee keep in exams! I love your blog miss

Tina C. says:
May 26th, 2009 at 4:57 pm

Your blog has been a great inspiration to me and I’ve been following through several blog changes.

My blog is new and already I had to take a little break from blogging due to a family vacation, but I should be back blogging at: http://thebranthouse.blogspot.com/ soon enough.

Zoe Edwards says:
May 26th, 2009 at 5:12 pm

You deserve a rest! Hope to see the results of your sewing very soon. Zoe x

Sophie says:
May 26th, 2009 at 5:17 pm

I can’t wait to see the results of your sewing projects! I like the new layout by the way My blog is… http://seesophiestitch.com – enjoy!

DizzyDame says:
May 26th, 2009 at 6:39 pm

http://thedizzydame.blogspot.com/

Elizabeth says:
May 26th, 2009 at 7:19 pm

Hello! I just wanted to say that I love your beautiful outfits, and if you’d like to take a peek at my blog, you can visit it here:
http://byjingobygee.blogspot.com/

Syd says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:18 pm

Hello Casey,

I adore your blog and your design talent. I visit quite often. I just recently started my own blog and could use some company. It is something that I have wanted to do for a while, just could never find the time to get around to it. I am going to try to stay dedicated and on top of it as much as I can. Please have a look!

goldengirlofthewest.blogspot.com

XOXO,
Syd Divine

Esz says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:28 pm

Hi Casey! I do love your blog just like everyone else here
REALLY like your design skills too. If only I had the web skillz to create such a pretty site!

And my blog link is http://kittysdrawings.com

Just moved over to a new domain and fiddling about with the layout but do come and look

rachel says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:32 pm

i think you know mine but its

http://nouvellvague.blogspot.com/

Tanya says:
May 26th, 2009 at 8:58 pm

I love your blog, and would feel honored if you visited mine. Mine is http://www.takethecannoli.us.

Sarah says:
May 26th, 2009 at 10:48 pm

Hello!

I follow your blog and I absolutely love it! I thought I’d stop in and say hi again. Thank you for all the fabulous inspiration posts and tutorials!

This is me: http://trafficpaper.wordpress.com/

Lucy C says:
May 27th, 2009 at 12:45 am

I love your blog. I’ve just started my own blog – it’s just turned a week old and it has been blogs like yours that have inspired me to start my own [www.alittlebitofsugar.com]

Thanks for all the inspiration.

Lucy

Diana says:
May 27th, 2009 at 1:15 am

Curve-Hugger: http://curvehugger.blogspot.com/

I actually just posted some photos of me sporting a super bare-bones version of your 1940s hair you did the video for. I’m almost embarrassed for you to see! I was trying to keep in subtle, as I was going to 20s/30s club.

Creativecotton says:
May 27th, 2009 at 4:21 am

Hi Casey! what a beautiful blog! I love to read it and I’ve put you on myblog list too.

Creativecotton says:
May 27th, 2009 at 4:22 am

Hi Casey! what a beautiful blog! I love to read it and I’ve put you on myblog list too. Here is mine

creativecotton.blogspot.com

Theremina says:
May 27th, 2009 at 4:38 am

Well, here’s mine ! http://theremina.wordpress.com
It’s in French, but I’m toying with the idea of translating future posts in English too.

cassie stephens says:
May 27th, 2009 at 7:31 am

Love you blog! If you scroll thru my blog, you’ll see some of the belts I’ve been making. I did have an etsy store but those belts are now gone…need go get busy. I’d love to see/read about any vintage belt info you have.

http://cassiestephens.blogspot.com/
thanks!

Eloïse Sunshine says:
May 27th, 2009 at 9:35 am

Hi, it seems you have a lot to do those days! Have fun sewing!
Here’s my blog adress, certainly not as cool as yours:
http://coconutgrove.canalblog.com

Christina says:
May 27th, 2009 at 12:51 pm

Here’s mine, but I warn you–I play hooky often.

http://peachtreeknitting.blogspot.com

Have fun, Casey!

Marmielu says:
May 27th, 2009 at 1:20 pm

I just love that dress! And…the stripes are going in the right direction!

Adembik says:
May 27th, 2009 at 1:43 pm

What a lovely blog!

I am just entering the world of bloging and discovering such wonderful inspairation. I just entered my first post here http://a-musedesigns.blogspot.com/.

Thank you for doing what you do!

Lauren says:
May 27th, 2009 at 3:41 pm

Good for you Casey – a girl has to relax sometimes!

If you fancy looking at any more blogs (and I know you have tons, so don’t feel obliged!) then you can click through my link to have a peruse…

Rebecca says:
May 27th, 2009 at 4:02 pm

I’d love for you to visit my blog, if you get a chance (though it looks like you’ve got a lot of links here!!). It’s http://chumblyface.blogspot.com

Vicki says:
May 27th, 2009 at 4:04 pm

Hey Casey, I found your blog through Burdastyle and it always cheers me up to see the lovely pictures you post! Now my finals are over I’ve started one myself (its not very exciting yet though) so thought I’d get in on the big blog share.
http://craftylittlebreville.blogspot.com/

Josephine says:
May 28th, 2009 at 3:37 am

I’ve been having some blog time off too- and trading it for study Only one week to go till holidays though!!

My blog is http://www.francesbaker.blogspot.com

Betty Lou says:
May 28th, 2009 at 4:05 am

well you know mine already ;D but others how don’t are welcome!

http://bettylougotanew.blogspot.com/

Couture Allure says:
May 28th, 2009 at 8:11 am

I love your blog, you know I do….

http://coutureallure.blogspot.com/

Alyssa says:
May 28th, 2009 at 8:46 am

You deserve a break…you work much harder than most bloggers, something I think your readers admire beaucoup.

You’ve already visited I think, but here it is anyways:
http://petitecostumiere.blogspot.com/

Bella Di Nonna says:
May 28th, 2009 at 12:13 pm

Ooh, do drop by mine and say hello – I witter about fashion (mainly frocks) and writing plays…!
http://www.belladinonnaclothing.blogspot.com

MC says:
May 28th, 2009 at 1:07 pm

Aw, going through everyone’s blogs was so much fun! Thanks for sharing! I just added a crapload to my google reader! Goody!

Alexandra says:
May 30th, 2009 at 1:55 am

Your blog is so fun….and this is a fabulous idea! i can’t wait to explore all these posts.

My blog is http://strawberrylemonadeblog.blogspot.com/

I try and post pretty things, fashion, photography etc….with anything vintage a plut (60s is my fave era)!

Thanks for sharing your world with us!
xo

Mary says:
June 1st, 2009 at 12:33 pm

I just started one
http://www.missymaryquitecontrary.blogspot.com/

Danielle says:
June 5th, 2009 at 11:42 am

Just found you, now I love you. It happens!

Jessica says:
June 7th, 2009 at 3:25 am

Few sites continually inspire and fill my world with vintage happiness (and helpfulness!) the way yours does, Casey dear. It is an utter joy to follow your writing/photos/videos, and to know you. Thank you for being the incredible and inspirational person you are!

Oodles of hugs,
♥ Jessica (Chronically Vintage)

Fuji Mama says:
June 8th, 2009 at 10:41 pm

I’m just catching up on my blog reading! My blog is: http://www.lafujimama.com

Thanks for being a source of constant inspiration!

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