CURRENT CRAZE // TRENDING LEATHER

Leather was not a fad, it's here to stay as a timeless piece. Although when you think of leather, you normally think of edgy, it can be utilized for your personal style. Soft and feminine or rustic countryside, leather is something to incorporate. How do you use leather in your wardrobe? Leave comments, give me a style how-to lesson. 

all photos can be found here

GIVEAWAY // 1950's VINTAGE CARDIGAN

Do you want to win this gorgeous, authentic, circa 1950's cardigan, that's perfect for this fall? Then you're at the right place! Courtesy of The Paraders shop, I received this beautiful cardigan for the giveaway! It has a retail value of $64.00 and you receive it for free! If you don't already know about their 50% off + free shipping sale...definitely revisit our post here in order to learn more about the details (limited time offer). 

So, you want to know how to enter to win?
Read the details below:

• Don't follow us on Facebook? Start by doing so!
• Then, tag our Facebook page (here) in a post
• If you just post on our page, you will NOT be entered; you must tag us from your Facebook
• Another form of entry is to comment on this blog post with "#giveaway #rusticrummage"
• Or e-mail me at rustic.rummage@yahoo.com telling me one of your fav posts from the blog! 
• Entry dates: 9/20/2013 - 9/25-2013
• Winner will be announced at 6 p.m. central time Wednesday 9/25! 
• Plus, you get free shipping, too! 
• U.S offer only

Pretty easy, ay? You're just a few clicks away from possibly wining this FREE cardigan! That's right completely free + free shipping.

Happy Facebook posting! 

All photos: The Paraders

Halfstack Magazine // Fall 2013 & Editorial Behind the Scenes

So, exciting news... I recently contributed to Halfstack Magazine, a Chicago founded and based lifestyle magazine! It was really cool to do graphic design for a publication in my home city. Whether your into fashion, music, fitness, etc... Halfstack is your go-to magazine publication. What's even better... it's tech savvy and offers an online publication. I wanted you guys to check out some snap shots from it and definitely go ready the full issue! You can read it here! There is also an exclusive BEHIND THE SCENES video below! xoxo.

 

Photos from final issue of Halfstack Magazine

Bottom 2 pictures are designed by me, Kali.

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CURRENT CRAZE // FOREST GREEN

Current craze...this fall's forest green color! so obsessed. I think it's a perfect fall color, what do you guys think?

DESIGN // PROPERTY BROTHERS

Although I'm in love with the visual communications and graphic design aspect of creative industry... I have to say I have a soft spot for interior design as well. I am a HGTV junkie! Every time you turn my TV on... channel 202 is there, ready for me to get sucked in. I still have a while until I buy my dream home...possibly a renovation project, but it doesn't hurt to start getting ideas now! If you guys have not watched Property Brothers yet... you best get on it immediately! They buy homes at a price below your budget, then use the left over money to completely renovate the home into your dream look. It also gives you a lot of insight into the real estate industry and not to be terrified of something that's not move-in-ready! Derek shows them homes that he knows have great potential and where he can get the great price. Then, It's so fun to watch skeptical people get blown away by Jonathon's, the contractor, designs. 

Here's some before and afters to get you homely inspired. Although they're renovations...take some inspiration to update your own home now! 

Before: Uncompleted renovations prior to purchase and definitely outdated

After: A new, updated yet rustic-feeling kitchen

 Before: 1970's wood paneled entry way

After: Modern, rich entry way

 Before: Once used as a master bedroom with gaudy green panels

After: Soft, feminine living space

Before: 1980's pink tiling and outdated fixtures

After: Modern, sleek bathroom with updated fixtures

A touch of your own personality in a space can really make a difference and make it feel home to you. Most of the time, cosmetic changes, such as, updated fixtures, paint color, art work, and tying the design together, are really all that needs to be done. If the house is extremely old, that is when you normally run into structural issues so hire a GREAT contractor and work with a budget that has some wiggle room if your home was built quite some time ago. 

What did you guys think? Did I get you to watch an episode? Leave me comments, I'd love to hear them!

VINTAGE SALE // THE PARADERS

DO YOU LOVE VINTAGE?

Then, I suggest heading over to The Paraders Etsy shop in order to receive 
50% OFF authentic, beautiful vintage! I mean, really, you can't beat that! 

THE DEAL:

- You have until September 28th to receive this awesome deal

- This is your LAST chance to buy vintage until The Paraders give further notice

- On top of 50% off, you'll receive free shipping using the code: SHIP6

I've had the pleasure of working with The Paraders owner herself, Rachael Hammon, who recently has great news... she's moving from our windy city out west to Portland! In essence of her big move, she is also making a big move for her company. She wants to phase out of her current inventory and become more specialized. 

You can learn more at The Paraders Blog

GO VISIT NOW!

all photos courtesy off: The Paraders

CURRENT CRAZE /LACE LINGERIE

Monday, Monday! You'd think I would be starting another dreadful week of work and school...nope! I'm off to the Wisconsin Dells with the fam. (Definitely check out the Facebook this week, I'll be posting some fun pictures of my time away!) Back to today's stuff, what am I into this week? Lace lingerie! So fun and cute. That middle picture is to die for...so powerful and amazing. 

VINTAGE FOR HOME /FARMHOUSE KITCHENS

I grew up in a smaller, farm town and the country style stuck with me. An open kitchen (& floor plan) is something I've always adored.

 The hints of red really pull in the feel of a 1950s, farm town kitchen.



I'm obsessed with these giant mason jars for kitchen storage! Its a cute way to display some of your pantry.



 This monochromatic kitchen really shows simplicity can still have an impact on the senses.

Fall is around the corner...this touch of country decor got me excited for pumpkin patches and warm coffee!

All pictures found here & here