Welcome to 824th Metamorphosis Monday! I have a few other Before/Afters I could probably share today, but I am big-time in holiday shopping mode right now. I visited HomeGoods yesterday and picked up several goodies that you’ll see in some upcoming posts. I couldn’t believe how crowded it was, it looked like the day before Christmas! People are really, really in the holiday mood now and I love it!
Last year, a few weeks before Christmas, I shared this adorable Kate Spade handbag I had seen online. There’s a KS outlet about 30 minutes away so I drove there in person to see it. OMG, it was the cutest thing ever and I bought one right then and there for myself and my daughter-in-love.
I don’t think either of us has ever received as many compliments on a bag in our whole lives as we did last Christmas on that bag! My DIL wore her bag more than I did—to dinners, parties, etc… and everywhere she went, it drew a crowd! The same thing happened the times I wore mine. This particular bag isn’t available now, but I did find several on eBay in New and Like New condition. This was the best price for a “New” one that I could find online today: Kate Spade Gingerbread House Bag.
I was curious to see if Kate Spade had released a new Christmas bag this year, and they have! How adorable is this! This year the bag is a 3-D version of a Toy Shop. It’s currently 25% off and includes a free cosmetic pouch. I’m trying to resist but not sure I can! I am tempted to start collecting their Christmas bags, what a cute display they would make when not being worn. I like how all these holiday bags, though cute as can be, are designed big enough to hold even the largest sale phone. That’s always a deal breaker for me, a bag has to hold my cell phone. If you missed out on last year’s bag, you’ll find this year’s available on sale here: Kate Spade Gingerbread House Bag. You’ll find a bunch of adorable smaller Christmas accessories here: Kate Spade Gingerbread House and Accessories.
Another shop that’s having a great sale right now is J. Crew. I love this sweater and the prices are amazing! This adorable top is only $34.50. It comes in black, as well. You’ll find the sale here: Pull Over Sweatshirt with Leweled Closure.
I have this pullover in my cart right now—love the color! It’s on sale down from $89.99 to just $27 with the promo code FALL70 at checkout.
It comes in 4 great colors including Ivory and Black—so hard to choose just one, especially at that price! The reviews look amazing, too! You’ll find the sale here: Half-Zip Tunic Pullover.
Cute flannel pajamas, on sale here: Tartan Flannel Pajamas.
Talbots is having an awesome Flash Sale that I think ends at midnight, tonight…which is the reason I went ahead and put this post up now. You’ll find this beautiful snowflake sweater on sale here: Snowflake Sweater.
Love this Fair Isle sweater, also included in the sale here: Fair Isle Sweater.
This sweater comes in 7 beautiful colors, including a really pretty dark forest green and a beautiful purple! Love them all! You’ll find it on sale here: Winter V-neck Sweater.
Another beautiful Fair Isle water! Fair Isle sweaters are my favorite for fall and winter. You’ll find this one on sale here: Fair Isle Sweater.
Happy Christmas holiday shopping! Looking forward to all the wonderful Before and Afters linked for this week’s Met Monday! Pssst: Did you know Between Naps On The Porch is on Instagram? You’ll find me on Instagram here: Between Naps On The Porch. Like to know when a new blog post is up? Subscribe for email updates (it’s free) and your e-mail will never be shared. Subscribe for free post updates here: Subscribe.
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Your Kate Spade purses remind me of the Vendula purses from London. They are all so cute and fun to carry!
I’d never heard of them. Oh my, they do have some adorable bags. Thank you for mentioning them.
Oh, I’ll have to look those up, I’m not familiar with that brand. Thanks, Linda!
Susan, that handbag is adorable. The red door, the wreath, the awning! The windows with tiny items displayed. It’s just adorable. You might need it, lol.
Thanks for the other tips too. I haven’t been out shopping so I was surprised to hear how crowded the stores were already! Maybe people are feeling more confident, or maybe just wanting to get a jump on their shopping. One thing I noticed just getting gas was how happy and friendly people are suddenly. Must be something in the air.
It is! I know, I was really surprised, too. I think you’re right, it seemed that way everywhere I went!
More goodies ! When you click on the pajamas, down below is Winter Dog stickers/patches.
Awww, cute!
I love the JCrew Factory sweater with the Tartan ribbon and jeweled buttons! I can’t decide between the black and red.
I have the same top in a summer version (Kelly green with a green and white stripe ribbon at the collar.) Cute with or without a shirt underneath.
I know, I like both, too. Oh, I bet I would have loved the green and white version. I need to shop that site more often because the sales are really good!
I just brought my gingerbread bag & keychain out yesterday to use this holiday season! I’m not crushing on the toy shop bag… I ordered the nutcracker bag on the outlet site. Cannot wait for it to arrive!
Oh, I need to see the Nutcracker bag!
The bags and sweaters are all so cute! thanks Susan!
Super cute purses! Thanks for having us over, Susan. Have a great week!
Susan,
Love the gingerbread purses!!
Thanks so much for hosting!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links!! I hope you are enjoying your week and you are doing well…
Hugs,
Deb
Debbie-Dabble Blog
oh wow! So many cute and amazing things here. The purses are adorable and love the JCrew Tartan sweatshirt and the plaid PJs are also calling my name. thanks, I think, lol). Now off to do some shopping. xo- MaryJo
Thanks for hosting and those bags are totally adorable…reminds me of my gingerbread houses, Sandi@oldnewgreenredo
I saw that Kate Spade bag at the outlet mall the other day and thought of you! While not as “practical,” the nutcracker bag is cute too. They really come out with some cute purses each season. One of my favorites is the one that is in the shape of a yellow Volkswagen beetle with daisies all over it. I gave my daughter that one for a graduation gift and she gets so many compliments on it.