Southern Blondie: September 2016

Why I Am Done with StitchFix

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I've tried. I've tried. I have tried SO HARD to give StitchFix the chance to succeed. Two years ago I was really into the idea of StitchFix and someone picking out clothing options for me. It's easy to get into a rut with what I wear so why not have someone else try and pick new things for you? Well... because they can't seem to understand my style which I feel like is pretty easy, I even made them a Pinterest board to help explain it.

I gave it one last shot the past week. One last chance to see what they could send me. I've seen people receive the CUTEST items, why can't it?

Here's what I got:

THML Pierina Colorblock Jacket - $108



Is this jacket terrible? No, it's not, but it wasn't a very good quality for the cost and more importantly, it's not my style. I love jackets, almost as much as I love shoes, but I can't afford/or want to buy a $108 jacket that isn't my style and won't hold up. 

Rails Ellson One Pocket Top - $148


This flannel shirt is really cute ... but it's $148 for a flannel shirt. 

Does anyone else find this crazy? Also, it was SO boxy. Pass. 

BC Footwear Glow Caged Wedge $70



In my StitchFix style card I said I was looking for things/items for fall. Maybe I'm in a bad mood, but $70 for mustard colored wedges is just a silly. 

Market & SpruceCharlisa Zipper Back Knit Top - $44




Ok, I actually really liked this top and even thought about buying it until I realized that it would be $25. The top was $44, minus the $20 credit the shirt was still $24 and now StitchFix charges tax! I just sent it back because It didn't seem that worth it. 

Lila RyanNikita Flare Jean - $98 



These jeans were just so-so. If I had to compare them, they are similar to Loft jeans, except more expensive. 

I ended up sending everything back. The total of everything in the box was ... $468! I really feel like StitchFix was a little cheaper last summer, am I wrong? So, this is the end of my road with StitchFix. 

I'm sticking with TrunkClub for the future. 

What clothing service have you tried and liked?? 

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Update: News About the House!

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OK, OK... You're never going to believe it... remember the house that we lost because of the inspection? WELL, NOW WE ARE BACK UNDER CONTRACT! 


I got a message from my realtor last week saying the sellers were ready to do what they needed to do to sell the house. They've cleaned the chimney, fixed the rotted wood and put on a brand new roof! So, we made a deal and are back under contract with the closing date being in October. 

What happens next? Getting the loan approved. I went to the bank of Friday to sign the mortgage papers, then I had a huge emotional breakdown because of all of the papers I had to sign, then my boyfriend took me to eat Mexican food because it's the best stress food, then I calmed down again because cheese dip can solve all problems.

It wasn't until today that I got excited for the first time again since making an offer on the house the first time. I know we still have to get the house appraised and loan approved, but the idea of moving into a house that is MINE is exciting. There's also a lot of stress about packing, moving, needing to paint, decorating, being able to afford to buy new things for the house, etc. All of that will work out like it should. 

For weeks I prayed that God would bless me with the right house I was supposed to buy and I really think this is it. It was kind of a fluke that I went to go see it when I walked in it felt like home, and it has all the space and room that we need. It even has a fireplace which I didn't even know I would want until I saw this house with one. 

This also means I get my office back that I blogged about the first time we were under contract! 

Going from a baby room to a chic office look! 

Does anyone have any house advice? Any DIY blogs that you follow? Let me know! 


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GlobeIn Artisan Box: Threads

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Does anyone else love subscription boxes? It must be the surprise element of it that I really love. This month's GlobeIn box was focused on, 'Threads'. 

Cleary focused on things that you buy and wear! 


OK-Here's an overview of the box... You get a shirt, tassel charm, scarf, clutch and cute basket! 

  
This foldover clutch was made by the Tribe Alive in India. A woman named Jyoti started her business in 2002 because she wanted to bring together art and fashion. She found embroiderers and tailors to help bring her dream to life. 

The tassel charm was creative by Tribe Alive in Honduras. Dilcia, a single mother, helped create these charms. So every time I see this charm I will think about how this subscription box is bigger than just me, or a charm, somewhere in Honduras this box subscription has helped a single mother put food on her table for her children. 


Let's talk about this CUTE and SOFT shirt made from the Wildlife Works group in Kenya. This shirt helps women like Vicky, who has always dreamed of a better future, and after working with the Wildlife Works group she can now see a future for herself. 
This spotted Bandana was made in Ghana from a woman named, "Mama Christie". Thanks to opportunities that GlobeIn provides for different companies around the world, Mama Christie was given a job where she was able to put her talents to use, like designing this adorable bandana. 

Whatever subscription box you subscribe to, think about trying this one out. Empower a woman to have a better life for her and her family. What more can you ask for? A box of presents and helping another woman become her own boss! 

**Special discount: Use coupon code WELCOME to save $10 OFF your 3-month or longer Artisan Box subscription! 
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