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Sale: We’re Moving!

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Pierogi Picnic’s studio is moving!

If you haven’t already heard, I am packing up shop and moving into the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago. What does this mean for you? A mega-clothing sale!

To help lighten my load as I transport my home and studio to a new ‘hood, I am hosting a sale to end all sales. I asked fans on Facebook what kind of discount or promo you’d like to see – and your votes were heard! Between March 20th-25th take 30% off all readymade items in my Etsy shop. From men’s t-shirts and accessories, to women’s dresses and vintage, everything but custom orders are eligible for the online event.

And could this promo possibly get any better? You betcha! I am also going through discontinued inventory and discounting that as well! Find double the savings in the “Moving Sale” category of the shop!!!

Be sure to use the following coupon code when checking out: movingsale2012

Have fun stocking up!

DIY: Stylish Nesting

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It’s officially 2 weeks until the big move and I can’t stop fascinating about our new digs. I am ‘pinning’ away on Pinterest, collecting ideas and inspirations on how to nest in my new abode. The site is chalked full of incredible DIY projects and photos of furniture that can be easily replicated using salvaged materials. Below is a look at all of my recent discoveries, which I plan on incorporating into the design of our new apartment. Continue reading →

We’re Moving!

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I am almost twitching with excitement – but it’s official – we’re moving!

What started as a casual apartment hunt, “should we happen to find the ‘perfect’ place” kind of search, has turned into a sudden reality. We’ve found a place that’s bigger, sunnier, cheaper, closer to work and in a more vibrant neighborhood. On top of it, our finances are aligning in a way that we’ll have all our costs covered without having to dip into our normal budget. Coincidence? I think not! An answer to my quiet prayers – this new place looks like it’s just what the divine doctor ordered.

So we have exactly 17 days to pack, pick paint colors, and devise a decorating plan for our new digs. Continue reading →

DIY: Lampshade Facelift

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Sometimes I get that itch to update things in my place – but I don’t want to be wasteful with my money or resources – so I’m always concocting new ways to make do with what I have.

Most recently I grew tired of the lampshade in our bedroom. It was a sweet embroidered lil’ thing, but the color was fading and the interior was cracking, giving it a not-so-cute shabbiness when turned on. So I rested on the idea of changing it up, allowing my mind to invent some potential ideas. What transpired turned out to be a subtle yet stunning piece that was given new life with a few pages of a vintage dictionary. Here’s how I did it:

1) Using the pages of an old crumbling dictionary (it was the same one I used for the Bibliophile Wreaths for Christmas) I tore out a good handful of pages and cut them into long 1″ slips.

2) Using a glue gun, I affixed each strip to the lampshade, overlapping each slightly. Also, I started on the bottom layer and then worked my way around to the top.

3) The final step is to cut any overly long and crooked strips so they align (not perfectly, but close enough) to all of the others. This will give the effect a more polished look.
And there you go – a quick, inexpensive, easy and eco-friendly way to give a lampshade a new look. You can experiment using other kinds of papers as well, or may even try fray-less fabrics. Once you create one you’ll be tempted to try your hand at more!

Do you have a suggestion on how to update a dull lampshade in your home? Share it in the comments!

Holidays: Last Minute Gift Idea!

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If you’re racing the clock to find that perfect last-minute gift – there’s nothing better than a Pierogi Picnic gift certificate! The certificates can be created in any denomination and are sent directly to the giver to either gift electronically or to print from home. Good for up to a year after issue – they make a wonderful present for that stylish conscientious person on your list. And for every $50 of certificates you buy, you’ll receive a coupon code for $10 off your next personal Pierogi Picnic purchase. For more details click here.

New Designs: Stormy Weather Skirt

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Dropping temperatures don’t have to equal over-bundling and under-styling. Fight the chill by throwing on a pair of leggings, boots, long sleeve fitted top and a skirt for instant comfort and glamor.

And if you’re looking for the perfect piece, my new  “Stormy Weather” design fits the bill! Boasting ruffled fabric at the waist and a bubbled lower hem, it creates a slightly a-line shape that’s not just cozy, but also flattering. My favorite detail? The reverse applique rain drops! Filled with vintage lace, the contrast between the fabrics’ textures, plus, the whimsical cutout, make it an eye-catching detail that won’t go ignored.