Category Archives: Accessories

Easter Excitement

Posted on April 14, 2020 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! I hope you had a pleasant Easter, one and all. My guess is that it was relatively quiet, given what’s going on in your present day. Now for yours truly, I’m your mid-century modern gal, … Continue reading →

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The Real Cold War

Posted on February 25, 2020 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Ever wonder how that cold war got started, what it was really about? Well, look no further – I have the true skinny on what that was honestly all about and it ain’t politics. It … Continue reading →

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Boss Says I am a Gem of an Employee

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! What a day I’ve had. You know, not all Workday Wednesdays are the same. This one certainly had its highs and lows. Settle in for my bumpy ride! All was fine and good when I … Continue reading →

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Don’t Just Accessorize, Glamourize!

Posted on November 6, 2016 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Every now and then, it’s a good idea for a gal to discover some new little tricks and tips to keep the glamour game going. This week, yours truly is sharing some gems of my … Continue reading →

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Just Stepping Out for a Quart of Milk….

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today, yours truly needed to step out to the market to get a few necessities.  You know — milk, butter, eggs and a few unmentionables that will go unmentioned.  Well, how flabbergasting it was to … Continue reading →

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Everything Old is New Again

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Looks like spring has sprung and looking pretty is in the forecast.  Dressing head to toe in a vintage era can be a lot of fun and will make you look timelessly beautiful to boot, … Continue reading →

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