My DIY Santa Skirt

I recently created a "Santa Choo Choo Train" Gathered Swing Skirt. It was so much fun to make and even more fun to wear! It turned out perfect for my date with my Disney Family at the Parks. I was lucky enough to snag this print from Joann's (www.joann.com)  online during their "Black Friday" cyber sale, and at a steal I might add. Sure enough, right after I made my purchase they had sold out of the material. I was also lucky enough to find a bag of vintage sewing notions, like thread and metal zippers, recently at the thrift store. In that bag was a red metal zipper that I added to my skirt for that vintage feel. I paired my skirt with my Olive Green Lauren Top from Pinup Girl Clothing (www.pinupgirlclothing.com)

I am starting to sell my circle skirts and Disney Inspired Poodle Skirts in my etsy shop (www.realandyseyecandy.etsy.com)

Check it out!

  

Phyllis Navidad and Christmas Time at the Parks

Here are some more amazing photographs by my friend John of our recent trip to Disneyland, which was also the day of Phyllis Herman's "Phyllis Navidad ". The park has been looking amazingly beautiful with their gorgeous Christmas Decorations. The park just feels amazing this time of year.

Inside the Disneyland Hotel lobby with their "Retro Christmas" photo op.

During the "Phyllis Navidad" Christmas Ornament exchange on Tom Sawyer Island.

Disneyland Family

The parks have recently spruced up with Holiday Decorations and my "Disney Family", as I like to call them, and I have gone together quite a few times to enjoy the festivities. Just wanted to share some of the great memories we have made recently.

Superhero Day

I work at an Elementary School, so of course Themed Days are a must. We recently celebrated Super Hero Day where many of our students got to wear their favorite super hero shirt. I on the other hand took it to the next level. I couldn't resist buying this Superman Bed Sheet that I quickly converted into a Circle Skirt. The benefits of knowing how to sew. I loved it and can't wait to turn more cute printed bed sheets into circle skirts.

Pinup Parade in the Park

 Months of planning, and the day finally arrived...Pinup Parade in the Park! This pinup day event is sponsored by Pinup Girl Clothing, so of course you know I'm going to be there with bells and whistles on! My girls, Tisha (IG:Teamsparkle) Emily (IG:mylittlepinupgirl) and Zoe (IG: zoesIG) and I (IG:andyseyecandy) planned on having an EPIC and different Disney bound this time around and sure enough our idea was a hit! We share a love for Carsland and classic cars, so of course the choice was clear...Motorama Girls!!!!!

The Motorama Girls were part of a deleted scene from Cars 2, but were added as inspiration of the interior for Flo's V8 Café. The story is, the Motorama Girls included Flo, Rhonda, Sheila and Laverne. While on tour as famous showgirls, they made a quick pit stop in Radiator Springs. All girls left the town soon after except for Flo who fell in love with Ramone.

The entire day was quite fun! The girls and I stopped every 10 seconds for pictures which was quite a treat. Stay tuned! We are definitely gong to be cooking up more bounds in the near future.  

Andy as Rhonda

Tisha as Flo

Emily as Laverne

Zoe as Sheila

I quickly started on the Appliques and each one is hand cut and hand painted. Each Applique has multiple layers of felt to give it that 3D effect. I even added silver metallic paint to the chrome line.

The day was quite a dream....a pastel cotton candy dream!

Here we are with Pinup Girl's very own design mastermind, Micheline Pitt.

Happy Birthday, Disneyland!

 

Of course everyone knows, Disneyland is my ultimate happy place...I mean it is called "The Happiest Place on Earth!" July 17th, 2015 was the park's officially 60th Anniversary. Happy Birthday, Disneyland! I was eager to attend, but in proper threads. So I whipped up a Mickey Mouse Club ensemble in homage of the original 1955 crew...poodle skirt and all. I wanted to go with a classic black felt skirt to give the illusion of black-and-white television as well as incorporate the theme music we all know and love with music notes. I created everything by hand, including the detailed music notes and mickey mouse club logo. I added a vintage Mickey Mouse Aladdin brand Lunch pale most of grew up with and a lovely handmade gift from Melanie who owns "Femme De Bloom" on etsy. Her earrings were the cutest handmade Mickey Mouse Club logo earrings. They are my absolute favorite now!

 

With my bestie Tisha (IG: teamsparkle )

Not only did I have an amazing time with friends, but I also had the priviledge of meeting a few original Mousketeers and the President of the Disneyland Resort. Here he is in the picture below PHOTOBOMBING! It was an absolute amazing time!

My best friends, Tisha (IG: teamsparkle) and Emily (ig:mylittlepinupgirl), and I were featured in the OC Register! How awesome is that?!?!?!

 

 

Brunch at the Beverly Hills Hotel

I was recently invited to have brunch with a lovely group of Vintage Lovin' gals at The Beverly Hills Hotel. I was ecstatic to join these gals in such a historic and glamorous setting.

Of course amazing threads were an absolute must so I pulled out my best summer dress and topped it off with an amazing and dramatic blue saucer hat. My vintage dress is pink satin lined with blue eyelet lacing like atop the lining. I added my vintage pink wicker and Lucite purse which matched the pink lining of my dress perfectly!

The moment I got off the freeway I was in a Beverly Hills dream...historical mansions, pristine grounds, luxury from top to bottom. The Beverly Hills hotel is tucked away on it's own quaint hill right smack on Sunset Blvd. Need I say more?!

I joined the girls, over a dozen beauties,  all wearing their fabulous Sunday best of course, at their poolside restaurant. If your a vintage clothing enthusiast such as us gals, you already know the many heads you turn while sporting your ensembles. This day was no exception to that. The moment we stepped into the hotel, everyone thought we were "dressing up" for a themed party or wedding. We received quite the attention. The food was delic'! I was surprised by the fair pricing, considering where we were famously dining.

During our gab' sessions amongst us gals, we were pleasantly interrupted by some familiar faces, like Real Housewife of Miami's very own Lea Black, who was loving everything about our group of classy ladies. She even featured us in her article which ran in Haute Living Magazine, Miami. After Brunch, we ventured the grounds and took in every nook and cranny. Last pit stop was the famous hotel sign which sits on Sunset Blvd. We literally stopped traffic, including a few Hollywood Tour buses. The day was absolutely divine!

 

Disneyland 60th Diamond Celebration

I couldn't help but join in on the fun for the 60th anniversary of the Disneyland Park, my home away from home. To kick off this season's celebration they hosted a 24 hour event in both Disneyland and California Adventure. I was there for the 50th anniversary, and every mini celebration in between. The 50th was amazing and full of all things Gold! This decade marker celebration included all things sparkly and diamond. 

As I was walking in at 5 in the morning.

Myself and Pluto during the 50th anniversary in 2005.

The park opened on July 17th, 1955, but this year's celebration kicked off on May 22nd, intentionally for the Memorial Day weekend rush. I woke up at 3 am and headed to the park. The line wasn't too bad, but by 6 am it was packed! I luckily got in before then and made it straight to the shops of course, where I was able to score some pretty amazing 60th merch. I was looking forward to some amazing kick-off performances, but there was just a DJ and mini-fireworks show to start the day at 6 a.m. During the 50th anniversary I was able to see Julie Andrews who was on stage in front of the castle for the celebration, including a performance by Christina Aguilera. I headed straight to the Haunted Mansion to catch my first glimpse of the mysterious Hatbox Ghost. He was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! Before you even turn the corner to see him, you can hear his evil chuckle. It was awesome!  I then met up with my friend Kat, and we continued the fun by taking advantage of every photo op and of course buying more 60th merch. Our biggest hunt was to find every single popcorn bucket we could find. We scored the highly desired Cinderella carriage bucket, and the miners coach. Next on our list is the Mickey Balloons. The "Paint The Night" light parade was worth the waist, including the new Forever Fireworks. The tribute to Walt and his dream was very heartfelt and got me very emotional (I'm a big Walt nerd.)  I never made it passed midnight (I am getting old, haha!) If you ever get a chance, make sure to make your way to the Disneyland Resort to take advantage of the 60th Diamond Celebration.

My friend Katherine and I.