Antique Black Beads

I am not sure about the provenance of these black beads, but they are really lovely. I think they may actually be made out of some type of stone, as they have a nice weight to them, and make a great sound when you are wearing them (definitely not Bake-Lite). The cord broke not long after this picture was taken this am, so they may need a re-stringing. Or perhaps it was a sign, that maybe they need to be let go? Why is it so hard to make those decisions!? I'll tell you why, because I have not worn this skirt in years, and today I pulled it out and loved it! I've really been trying so hard lately to let go of things, mostly my own old clothing, makeup etc., and then I will just hit a wall and freeze. OR, decide that I really do need one more pair of sandals. Ugh, please tell me that I am not alone with this, that I am not the only one that struggles with this stuff. It's making me feel a little crazy.

This Blog comes from the heart and mind, (but mostly from the heart), of Amy Sklar, interior designer, mother, daughter, foodie, and lover of fashion.

I must admit, the driving force behind this blog was my need to somehow, some way, create a tribute to my dear mother Carole Lawrence. She was a great beauty, chef, friend and mother. Sadly, I lost her to cancer February 23rd 2013. Since beginning on February 23rd 2014 it has been my goal to wear a piece of her clothing, jewelry, or an accessory that she passed on to me, for a total of 365 days (Not in a row, sorry, I am also a mother of two, a small business owner, wife and friend. I tried to do it in a row, and it almost broke me.) I believe it is a fitting tribute to this incredible woman with the greatest sense of style I've ever known. A digital archive, a love letter, a journal, a remeberance for your children and future generations. I love you mom.