Tag Archives: update

birthday weekend

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Leah

Things have been hectic recently and I’m looking forward to next weekend, when my schedule is clear and I can read and doze and play my banjo. On Friday, a group of us headed out to Peter Chang’s (not to … Continue reading →

Posted in life | Tagged charlottesville, fall autumn leaves, hike, leaves, life, nature, photography, shenandoah national park, update | Leave a comment

12 months, 12 goals: halfway there

Posted on May 10, 2014 by Leah

Hey guys, I’m doing it. I’m achieving my goals! I was so discouraged a couple months ago when I wasn’t achieving my ethics-minded resolutions on my one month timelines. Turns out that I was taking steps to meet my goals … Continue reading →

Posted in life | Tagged 12 goals, activism, declutter, fair trade, months, resolutions, sustainabiltiy, update | Leave a comment

platinum & rust spring mini update

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Leah

Since etsy is toying around with a new shop format, my poor little banner has disappeared. Since it’s in the testing phase, most customers will still see the old view, but if you click over and happen to see the … Continue reading →

Posted in Retailers | Tagged curated, daisy swimsuit, etsy, etsy new look, for sale, kilty loafers, leather skirt, modern, platinumandrust, sale, update, vintage | Leave a comment

90 Day Spending Fast – update 2

Posted on November 12, 2013 by Leah

6 weeks in: Well, as anticipated, I failed. I bought one thing, which led to another, then another. Quitting cold turkey doesn’t work well for me when it comes to shopping. What I’m struggling with: I’m used to being able … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays | Tagged avoiding temptation, cold turkey, consumption, ethical consumerism, fasting, sales, shopaholics anonymous, shopping addiction, spending fast, update | 1 Comment

90 Day Spending Fast – update 1

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Leah

Biweekly Update #1: I managed to not buy non-essentials for the first two weeks of the 90 day spending fast (well, I sort of bought some leopard print sneakers at Goodwill, but I’m not sure if I’m going to keep … Continue reading →

Posted in Essays | Tagged conscientious consumerism, consumerism, discussion, fasting, materialism, spending fast, the rich young man, update | Leave a comment

navigation updates

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Leah

Good afternoon. Just wanted to let you know that I’ve added a few things to the blog to make keeping up with content and shopping ethically easier. On the right toolbar, I’ve added three buttons (facebook, pinterest, shop) that allow … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged charlottesville, custom button, facebook button, fair trade, list, page, pinterest, resources, shopping, style, style wise, update | Leave a comment

the skeleton keys are here!

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Leah

A small update at Water Lily Thrift, including 7 Antique Skeleton Keys on dainty chains! Get shopping!

Posted in Retailers | Tagged antique, etsy, necklace, online shopping, pendant, plaid, sale, scarf, second hand, shop, skeleton key, update, vintage | Leave a comment

shop update

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Leah

Happy February and happy shopping. I’m so excited about the stuff I listed today over at Water Lily Thrift, especially those Oxblood Aigner Loafers.

Posted in Retailers | Tagged aigner, cape, capezio, etsy, leather, sale, shoes, shop, shopping, update, vintage, water lily thrift, womens clothing | Leave a comment

shop update

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Leah

I own and operate a vintage store through the etsy seller platform. New and relisted items are now available at Water Lily Thrift! Like my Facebook page for updates and additional info.