Weeding and thinning inside the Humble Bungalow....

I have been rooting through the closets and storage spaces of the Humble Bungalow and looking for things that I can part with and donate to the local charity shop.
January is the month when I get inspired to weed and thin out the bits and bobs that tend to accumulate behind closed doors.
It is very theraputic to look closely and listen to what each item has to offer...is it superfluous, does it still have a purpose, do I love it, can I live without it?

I cannot part with everything...I am a careful collector and exercise due discretion.

I have owned this vintage navy leather handbag for a few years and I have never actually carried it.
When I saw it in a thrift shop it I had to buy it, I love it....the price was low and the quality and details of the bag are gorgeous.
It is a  well crafted piece and shows no signs of wear.

compact and ladylike 

the closure

clip lock at right

clip lock at left

they open up at each end 

and the bag can be opened by pushing the two round disks of the closure together

lined in suede

impeccably crafted

and 

Canadian

I do not know if I will ever carry this bag 

but for some reason I cannot part with it.

This book is another keeper

I have been sorting out my book collection

and have been leafing through my reference books.

 how to accessorize

and the basics one might consider when stocking or tweaking the add ons 

that can elevate and illuminate

creative playtime for grown ups!

staying chic and shopping smart...

helpful hints keep this book on my shelf

on my agenda this month

lingerie shopping

I wash my lingerie by hand and it lasts a long time

I prefer to update these pieces once or twice a year

adding to the collection

I look for matching bras and panties that are lacy and feminine

I shop at a small boutique where the sales staff are trained to fit

they know what works for what body type and bring the stock to you

the prices are varied depending on the brand

 France and Italy supply lingerie

that offer superior quality and sumptuous designs 

I am eager to go shop

but I am in a decluttering and reorganizing phase

making space for some new arrivals.

Do you have a plan of what you will buy?

I look for things that I need first 

before I let myself be swayed into purchasing something that is fun and speaks to me.

I do allow myself some fun and frivolous fashions but only after the foundation pieces are found.

What have you seen in the shops that has beckoned to you

did you buy 

or did you resist?