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KittyT · Dec 6, 2007

ohairas said:
Can anyone tell me what the deal is with the crystal drop earrings? The clips must be broken, there's no way for them to stay on the ears. I've never seen anything like it.

The crystal drop earrings look fine to me, actually. Do they just not clip tight enough to stay on?

The clips look kindof like these, right?

ohairas · Dec 6, 2007

Yep, Kitty.. that's how they are! I guess they are just too loose. Wonder if I can tighten them somehow.
Nikki

Joie DeVive · Dec 6, 2007

Ohairas, those shoes are to die for!! I especially love the Mary Janes!!

On the earrings, I think there is a site somewhere on the FL that tells how to do it. I have had bad luck trying to adjust them myself.

If you don't want to do it yourself, you might try an older jeweler, or you could consider adding clip-on pads. That would take up some of the room and might make them fit more snuggly.

KittyT · Dec 6, 2007

ohairas said:
Yep, Kitty.. that's how they are! I guess they are just too loose. Wonder if I can tighten them somehow.

Yes, this kind is very easy to tighten with a small pair of pliers. There is a thread on adjusting clip-on earrings at http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=20115

kamikat · Dec 6, 2007

drool, drool! must have those gingham shoes!

imoldfashioned · Dec 7, 2007

Love the black pair of shoes Ohairas! Where did you get them?

pennyseranade · Dec 7, 2007

Ohairas,

Nice shoes. The black ones are adorable and the gingham are great for the summer!!!

KittenHasCurves · Dec 7, 2007

Some new fun stuff from ebay:

and not technically vintage, but so darn gorgous I had to share

Vintage Betty · Dec 7, 2007

I recently acquired a REAL 1960's Christian Lacroix overcoat from Paris. Someone donated it to our thrift shop, and after numerous threats, I got my little hands on it. :::swoon:::

This is the real deal, an actual piece of Couture! I am so excited to share this with you. I just have to bring it to the tailor to fix a couple small problems and than I will post. It's simply smashing.

Vintage Betty

Fancy Mouse · Dec 7, 2007

Wow! Fantastic shoes, Ohairas and KittenHasCurves. Especially the two pairs of shoes with the diamante buckles.

Miss Brill · Dec 7, 2007

I have 2 new vintage bags in my collection. The leopard print was $1.50 and the black patent was $1.00:

PS · Dec 7, 2007

You all have such great taste!!

How long did it take you to make your first vintage ebay purchase? I haven't done it yet just because I am so nervous something won't fit right or won't look as the picture shows. I do know that once i start I won't stop!

MsBrill...ohh how i love your new avatar!

The Shirt · Dec 7, 2007

PS-
Ebay can be tricky - I'll be the first to admit. The things I learned was that I always account for an extra inch in the waist so things aren't too tight. Always check the measurements, perhaps against something you already own. Also look for a home that is smoke free - I've gotten some wonderful items that just were unwearable due to a stench. I look for someone with paypal because I think it's simpler and look for reasonable good feedback for your seller. I also think that I bring a few items into a tailor for a quick nip and tuck and have been happy with that.

Good luck!

goldwyn girl · Dec 7, 2007

Wow Nikki, you have been shopping up a storm. The table and chairs are fabulous and how I love shoes

KittenHasCurves, great sweater and it has the diamante clasp :eusa_clap

Miss Brill, what bargains on your bags. I'm loving the leopard

deadpandiva · Dec 8, 2007

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEBTOX:IT&item=330194520851&_trksid=p3984.cTODAY.m238.lVI://
I just one this on ebay. I am so happy. I never win anything.

pennyseranade · Dec 9, 2007

Nice find. :eusa_clap You'll look great in it! You'll have to post pics when it arrives!

ohairas · Dec 9, 2007

KittyT said:
Yes, this kind is very easy to tighten with a small pair of pliers. There is a thread on adjusting clip-on earrings at http://www.thefedoralounge.com/showthread.php?t=20115

Thanks for looking that up Kitty! I'll have to give it a go.

Love the black pair of shoes Ohairas! Where did you get them?

IOF, I got them at Burlington Coat Factory. They're Unionbay brand. Tonight while at Gordmans I saw a pair by Rampage that were like them only no strap and a bit rounder toe.

I'm excited too, as I watched A Christmas Story for the millionth time tonight I saw that Ralphie and Randy have a chair a the desk table in their room just like the ones I bought for Nova, hehe!
Nikki

Ada Veen · Dec 9, 2007

The Shirt said:
PS-
Ebay can be tricky - I'll be the first to admit. The things I learned was that I always account for an extra inch in the waist so things aren't too tight.

I've done this in the past and ended up getting things too big in the waist, I think maybe the seller had already decreased the measurement a bit

I've found though that if its a nice item and it doesn't fit, you can sometimes exchange/part exchange it at a local vintage store, so all is not lost!

Ada Veen · Dec 9, 2007

ohairas said:
I'm excited too, as I watched A Christmas Story for the millionth time tonight I saw that Ralphie and Randy have a chair a the desk table in their room just like the ones I bought for Nova, hehe!
Nikki

I love that table and chair, they are gorgeous. I'd like to see a picture of the whole room! I love cowboys and indians stuff.

Foofoogal · Dec 9, 2007

http://www.rubylane.com/shops/jewelartstudio/item/x78pin23

This gal has the cutest bracelets ever. Selling like hotcakes.

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