P.s. I do miss smoking.

The Red Shoes (Fine Arts Films, R-1950s. One Sheet (27" X 41"). Fantasy. Starring Moira Shearer, - Available at Sunday Internet Movie Poster...

SUZY PARKER in Patou, photo by Richard Avedon, 1950s

If you're at a loose end one evening and you've watched all the good movies at the DVD store, you could do worse than rent this classic bit of gorgeousness: An American in Paris.For me, it's right up there in...

Isabelle Olmo. Writer.

While over reading at a favorite blog last month I happened across this Holiday apron pattern. Before I get too caught up in my thoughts I have to tell you how wonderful Barbara's blog is. Aptly named Oodles and Oodles it is filled with vintage finds and family stories. She is a talented writer who invites you in and shares with her funny quips and smart facts. If you haven't already subscribed to her posts I know you will and if your lucky you can snag an item from her Etsy shop or her Ebay…