Bloomers Opening!

 Hi friends! <3

I had been looking for some black bloomers that were long length. I got this pair recently.

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*None found. They are by Anna House.

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The package...

Opening it up...

Inside...

Unfolding it...

Hanging up...

Lace/trim details...

While I was looking them over, I noticed a couple issues. There was a small section where the stitching had come undone...

And the waistband elastic looked to be twisted...

Try-on pics...

Thoughts:

I really like these bloomers. They are soft cotton and the length is good for under longer dresses. The small issues I noticed earlier can be fixed. However, the fit is very loose on me. I can try to tighten up the elastic on the waistband, but I think they would best be suited to someone with a bigger build. I will hold onto these and keep looking for another pair in the meantime.

Bishop Ring Opening (Round Two)!

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I saw a special version of the bishop ring up for sale and it immediately caught my eye. I just had to have it.

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*Top, right*

Voodooodolly: Bishop Ring (2017 Special Edition; gold)

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The package...

Opening it up...

Inside...

Unwrapping it...

Front, side, and back views...

Try-on pic...

Thoughts:

I love this ring! The gold is so pretty, and the sparkles make it even more extra. I think it would go well with the black version of Divine Cross, or maybe a stained glass print dress.

November Sip Down Progress!

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Sipping down again...

*Sorry not much for pics here. I've been drinking tea at work almost every day while I'm at my desk. I prefer to keep my phone tucked away so I'm not distracted.*

In November, I had some pre-made teas, finished up Republic of Tea cinnamon plum, a couple samples, and continued with Harney & Son's pumpkin spice. The Arizona green tea is my favorite :-)

I made a small order with David's Tea. Cashed in a reward that was expiring for the Cinnamon oolong. The Bahama mama one was on sale. Both are new to me...

I did a holiday swap with someone in a tea group and got a nice variety of teas in return...

Along with this tea ware...

October Sip Down Progress!

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Continuing with the sip downs...

In October, I finished up TeaSource hazelnut orange. Had a couple  samples from the tea mail/swap group. Started on Harney & Sons pumpkin spice. Continued with David's Tea grand cru matcha and some larger samples. Also treated myself to bubble tea at the local comic book shop. The hazelnut orange tea was my favorite.

I picked up these teas (Masala chai and Earl grey) from a new vendor at the local farmer's market...

And I ordered this pumpkin spice one from Harney & Sons that came with a couple free samples... 

No tea ware was obtained this month.

Tea Time: Pumpkin Spice!

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Since it's spooky season, I thought I'd try out a pumpkin spice tea.

$6.36 (after 20% off discount code)- Harney & Sons: Pumpkin Spice- NY

Opening it up...

Single sachet...

I'll be using this mug. One of my thrift finds...

Steeping it up...

And ready!

Such a pretty orangey-brown color. Makes me think of fall leaves.

Mmm...

Thoughts:

This was pretty good. There are 20 sachets in the tin and shipping was free (no minimum required). My order also came with some very nice freebies (two samples, a sticker, and a catalog). When I opened the tin, there was a sweet and nutty smell with some spices. During steeping, I smelled cinnamon with a hint of pumpkin and spices. Drinking it, I tasted light sweet cinnamon with some pumpkin and spice. There was a faint cinnamon aftertaste too. Like after you've been chewing cinnamon gum for awhile. It was a nice light tasting tea. I would recommend it for those new to pumpkin spice tea or who want to enjoy a mild fall tea. I'm not sure if I would buy this again though. I prefer a stronger cinnamon taste.

Stars: *** (3 out of 5)