Friday Favorites: Clothes Swapping

Friday Favorites: Clothes Swapping

It all started at the TxSC Clothing Swap. I brought two items of clothing from my own closet that I didn't wear/didn't fit anymore, and got to take away completely new-to-me items for free. New things in my wardrobe. For free. While cleaning out my own closet. That's...

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Tuesday 10 – Accessories

Tuesday 10 – Accessories

I'm joining up with Lena and several other ladies in the weekly Tuesday 10 themed posts. This week's theme is Favorite Accessories. This was another hard one, because I love me some sparklies and have a big old jewelry box filled with do-dads, and an intimidating...

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Simply Lovely Things Giveaway

Simply Lovely Things Giveaway

Say hi to one of my fancy sponsors this month, Angel of Simply Lovely Things! She's here to tell you a bit about herself, and offer up fabulous giveaway. Simply Lovely Things Blog | Shop | Twitter | Facebook I am a thirty something Mrs to my Mr, mama to three fur...

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Red & Turquoise Love

Red & Turquoise Love

'Red & Turquoise' Etsy treasury by Amanda I'm obsessed with this color combination right now. Red Coral Necklace ... boutonrougedes... $78.00 TURQUOISE Painting ... benwill $150.00 turquoise suede ear... BeaKez $15.00 Ceramic Sake Cups T... sewZinski $25.00 3...

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Friday Favorites: Polka Dots

Friday Favorites: Polka Dots

I'm obsessed with polka dots lately, so today I thought I'd share my fav polka dot items. All of these are currently on my wishlist, just in case you're wondering. And, you know, have cash burning a hole in your pocket. ๐Ÿ˜‰ Dresses Polka Dot Dresses by...

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March Sponsor Giveaway!

March Sponsor Giveaway!

It's time for another giveaway! Some of my wonderful sponsors have offered up cool swag this month, and one lucky winner will take it all. Open to participants in the United States only. The giveaway will run until midnight on March 26th, with the winner being...

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Thrifty Finds

Thrifty Finds

Some recent finds of mine from around the Austin vintage/thrift scene: (items from Blue Velvet, Prototype, and Flashback Vintage)   Have you scored any great vintage or thrift items lately?

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DIY Coaster Photo Frames

DIY Coaster Photo Frames

This post originally appeared over at Easily Dunn as a guest post. Today I've got a simple but fun DIY for you. ๐Ÿ™‚ Now, I don't know how most people feel about coasters, but it's one thing I can be a little OCD about. I hate water rings on tables, whether it's a...

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My Oscar Favs

My Oscar Favs

My favorite dresses of the night were: via Natalie Portman This was my top favorite of the night. Love the 50's-inspired polka dots! Red looks beautiful on her, and the jewelry, hair, etc. compliment the dress perfectly.   via Gwyneth Paltrow Love the simplicity...

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Friday Favorites: The Staves

Friday Favorites: The Staves

Meet The Staves. This is one of my new favorite bands - beautiful voices and harmonies. They opened for The Civil Wars at the show I went to here in Austin, and I was instantly hooked. Now, normally, all-girl bands aren't my thing. I tend towards more of the...

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Hi, I’m Amanda!

I’m a self-employed graphic designer by day, and a crafty hungry bookworm by night. Dragonflight Dreams is where I write about books, recipes, internet goodies, life things, crafty projects, Austin happenings, and more.

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Currently Reading

The Surviving Sky
Be: A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself
Cloud Cuckoo Land
Ghostland: An American History in Haunted Places
Chillpreneur: The New Rules for Creating Success, Freedom, and Abundance on Your Terms
Thinking, Fast and Slow


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2023 Reading Challenge

2023 Reading Challenge

2023 Reading Challenge
Amanda has completed her goal of reading 75 books in 2023!
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