Landscape Skirt

Here's Sara in her brand new Rachel skirt made out of vintage fabric in the most fantastic landscape pattern. Doesn't she look great? Come get yours this weekend! I will be at Craft O Rama in downtown New Bedford on Saturday from 11-4 and at SOWA In Boston on Sunday from 10-4. See you there!

Caitlin and Jeff

This weekend two of my best friends got married. It was beyond wonderful and one of the funnest nights of my life. The whole weekend was pretty great in fact. On Saturday morning all the girls went and got their nails done in Bristol while sipping iced coffees and that night was the rehearsal dinner at Jeff's mom's house. We ate delicious grilled pizzas in the backyard and did a run through of the ceremony. I wore these old lady silk striped shorts (although they feel more like linen) that I cuffed and took in a little bit, a ruffle silky shirt from TJ's, and a vintage belt, shoes, and jewelry. The outfit was a bit of a risk but I think that everyone liked it. I heard many times that I looked really tall and my legs were really long. It's amazing what some high waisted shorts can do! I can't wait to see the photos from the day of the wedding (I didn't take a single one) and will certainly share them with you.








Photos courtesy of Nicole Mandel.

Birthday Bling

As previously mentioned, Brian got me some pretty awesome gifts for my birthday, my favorites of which happen to be vintage jewelry that he picked out himself. I was so impressed!

As Local As It Gets

Well, haven't these past few weeks just flown by! The other night Brian and I were lucky enough to enjoy a delicious dinner using ingredients picked fresh from my parents' garden. We had a wonderful tombasmozz salad (as I have renamed caprese salads) with the tastiest yellow tomatoes I have ever had. For our main course we made eggplant parm using the most perfect cartoon character-esqe eggplants that were hiding near the stone wall. It's amazing how the taste of fresh veggies compares with imported or out of season ones. Delectable! Note: the eggplant parm wasn't the least bit photogenic so there are no photos of the finished product.

Summer Sale To Get Ready for Fall!!

Are you all ready for a treat or what? Fidget Finds is gearing up for fall with tons of new items, including lots of new handmade skirts and dresses! Catch me this Saturday at Rummage in Tiverton Four Corners and on Sunday at SOWA. And you all know what new fall merchandise eguals: super cheap summer items! We've got a huge selection of warm weather vintage that's 50% OFF!!! Come and get it while it's still hot!

Frisbee and Grinders on the Beach

I actually had Friday night off this week! To celebrate, a bunch of us headed down to South Shore for a nice beach dinner. We stopped at A-1 Pizza in the commons on the way there and forgetting that it's the only pizza place in town, had to wait for quite a while. We (im)patiently killed time by eating pickle flavored chips and playing on the playground that's across the street. They aren't the wrist braking metal slides and tail bone splitting sea saw's anymore! This one was mostly all plastic complete with a rock climbing wall, various enclosed slides, and all sorts of other things to play around on. We knew it was time to call it quits when we were getting vertigo on the swings, that made me feel pretty old. Remember the days when we used to do backflips off those things right into the gravel?

The beach was fantastic! We got there just in time to watch the sun go down and play frisbee for a while. It was a bit chilly so swimming was out of the question but we did dip our toes in a bit. We were even welcomed by a hammerhead shark built out of sand that someone had previously constructed. I wore a fun summer vintage skirt and belt, a Banana Republic camisole, and vintage jewelry. It was a wonderful summer evening.

Sakonnet Point and Lily's Birthday

Well, we didn't quite make it to Kenyon's Grist Mill, but we did have a nice day in the country nonetheless. Yard sales in the morning were pretty boring to say the very least. I bought a few cool things but nothing that was worth driving around for a few hours. An old lady snatched a piece of vintage bright colored barkcloth before I could run across that yard to grab it, I was pretty bummed but I suppose it wasn't meant to be. In the afternoon Brian and I headed down to Sakonnet Point in Little Compton, RI to take a walk out on the stone jetty and admire the beautiful seascape. We then drove through some back roads and took a long walk down on Goosewing Beach as the dark gray clouds were beginning to look especially ominous. There's something about the juxtaposition of a beach full of people frolicking in the sand and sea with black rain clouds that I find really interesting, almost like two worlds colliding or something. I can't quite put it into words.






That night Caitlin and I headed to Lily's for quesadillas and margarita's to celebrate her birthday. The shindig was actually at her parents' house were I spent many summers as a preteen. I haven't been there in many years and it brought back many wonderful memories of my childhood. Lily's mom is an artist and the house reflects this. Found objects, vintage textiles, paintings, photos, and things of the sea are just about everywhere. I absolutely love the unique and comforting atmosphere that this house affords. The last photo is actually a collection of objects found on the beach that now have a home in a falling apart wicker chair outside on the front porch. Love it!

Calico Dress

What a fun night! On Wednesday a group of us got all dolled and went to Providence to celebrate Brian's birthday. We dined at Cafe Dolce Vita in Depasquale Square in Providence's famed Federal Hill District. The food was great but the espresso martinis and vodka mimosas were definitely much better. I wore a dress that I picked up last weekend at the SOWA market from Calico , a Fidget Finds Belt and Bracelets, shoes from Marshall's and my junk store "Cancer" earrings.

Finally, some very important news. I HAVE NOT ONE THING PLANNED TO DO TOMORROW!! I can't tell you how long its been since I've had a free Saturday and I am mucho excited. I'll probably go to some yard sales in the morning and I'm trying to convince Brian to go with me to Kenyon's Grist Mill in West Kingston for a Summer Festival with delicious food, mill tours, and kayayking. And best part, it's all free!! So if you're looking for something to do this weekend, head on over. It's Saturday and Sunday and it's sure to be a good old fashioned day in the country. Can't wait!

Nicole Loves Brian

On the day of his 29th birthday, I would like to take a minute to celebrate the man who dearly holds my heart, Brian. My life the past two years has been a wonderful and amazing adventure and I have his love and support to thank for that. He fills my life with so much amusement and excitement, I never know what's coming next. He never ceases to amaze me and is always pulling out new talents that I never knew that he had. He is an amazing musician, from playing piano, drums, and trombone to pitch perfect singing. He is remarkably intelligent, has a super quick wit, does hilarious impressions of people, and can make a pretty mean balloon giraffe. A day with Brian isn't complete without my laughing. He makes me feel excited and alive, and grateful for every moment that we get to spend together. I am blessed every single day to feel so loved by another, and I love him so much my heart often feels like its on the brink of exploding. He is my absolute best friend and I am so excited to spend my life with him. I love you with every ounce of my being Brian, you are my perfect partner.

Alex in Her Carly Dress

My dear friend Alex recently sent me these photos of herself wearing the Carly Dress! This dress is made out of vintage curtains and is the most perfect burnt orange color. She purchased this dress from me last summer to wear to a wedding in Vermont. I love how she paired it with a casual cardigan and rain boots. Thanks Alex! You look great!

Trunk Show Weekend

The trunk show at Rummage was a total blast! I worked at a clothing store in Tiverton Four Corners for many years while I was in high school and summers home from college so it was quite surreal to be there on my own terms. I saw many familiar faces and many thanks to everyone that came out to say hello! I wore my newly stolen from the shop frog skirt that I just get such a kick out of, even though he kinda looks like the WB mascot. He even has a ladybug friend hanging out with him on his lily pad! Love it!



Sunday in Boston was hot, hot, hot but not without many stylish gals. My new friend Sarah made my day by wandering into my booth wearing a skirt that I made that she purchased a few weeks ago! I was so happy to see one of my creations take on a new life. Her friends quickly told me that it is her absolute favorite skirt and she wears it all the time. I couldn't remove the smile from my face for the rest of the day. Thanks Sarah! Here she is totally rocking the Rachel Skirt made out of vintage fabric.