Jump on over to see the darling decorations they made--I LOVE the pennant banner made of blue gingham, crepe paper pinwheels and glittery green letters! Every detail is just perfect.
I have always loved The Wizard of Oz--I think the sparkly red shoes definitely have a major part in that. :) I've mentioned before on this blog that when I was a senior in high school I made my own version of the Ruby Slippers with a pair of Keds and yards and yards of red sequins. They don't fit anymore (and I can't get into the dress either) but I can't stand to get rid of them! If Keds aren't your style, you can get your own pair of really amazing Ruby Slipper replicas from this artist. Let me tell you, if I had an extra $350 lying around, I think I might just have a pair--wouldn't they look fun under a big glass cloche? And if I was having a baby girl instead of a boy, she'd definitely be sporting a pair of these red sparklers.If $350 isn't quite in your budget, how about a set of these special edition Wizard of Oz Pez dispensers?
How fun! Those are supposed to be available for purchase in September.There are some other fun things going on to celebrate the big 70th Anniversary over the next month. A new DVD/Blu-Ray deluxe boxed set will be released, as will a standard DVD edition. And if seeing it on your own small screen isn't enough, on Wednesday September 23 for one night only, THE movie itself will be playing in selected theaters around the country! The movie will be in Hi-Def and will be accompanied by some reels of special extra footage. Click here for more information and to find out if any theaters in your area are participating (for my local friends, it's playing at Southlands at 7:00 pm and tickets are $10.00).
Unfortunately, that is right after my due date so I'm not sure I'll be able to go but I'm going to buy some tickets and somehow, somebody is going to be taking Maren. And I do believe she'll be needing some new shoes for the occasion, don't you think?
Heidi, you've done a beautiful post! I am sorry you didn't know about it sooner too, but it's not Too late. I'll have you linked to the list of paricipants by this evening. I so appreciate your interest in our celebration today and your sweet comments on our post! Have a nice day and it was great meeting you. (Your name has been on our sidebar ForEver!) Twyla
ReplyDeleteVery nice post - replica shoes - $350 LOL if I had that money it wouldn't be for those even if i DO love the movie :)
ReplyDeleteLovely job you did of those shoes! One of our bloggers used hers for planters. Happy Wiz of Oz Gala to you!
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Sandi Fantasy & Fancy
OMG! 350.00 for shoes! Thanks for the link about the movie. That sounds like a lot of fun! I'll have to see if it's coming to my area!
ReplyDeleteCute shoes...I would keep them too~I plan on wearing my Dorothy apron that I found today...your never to old to play dress up :)
ReplyDeleteLove the shoes. Thanks for stopping by my part of the party. Congrats on the baby!
ReplyDeleteYes, those shoes of yours are definitely worth keeping - they are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAnd those cute baby shoes look great also.
Congratulations on your baby.
Fun, fun, fun!! I love the Wizard of Oz and those replica slippers are amazing! Just waaay out of my price range! I rather like your Keds better! : )
ReplyDeleteWe are doing a whole Wizard of Oz theme for Halloween this year and I didn't even know it was the anniversary. I've always loved The Wizard of Oz (I also share my birthday with Judy Garland!). I found a Dorothy dress at a yard sale for $2 that will fit Katy perfectly and I'm waiting for the Target shoes to go on sale so I can get those. We already have a lion costume that Parker wants to wear yet again (he's worn it before) and I think I convinced Garrett to be the tin man! I'll especially be all hyped up about it because I'll be going to Wicked two weeks before Halloween (8th row from the stage!!!!) So I'm getting really excited about this halloween.:)
ReplyDeleteWow, looks like I've babbled enough now!
Hi,
ReplyDeleteI just love the keds you remade.
I would find it hard to part with them ,too. Great WOZ tribute. You are invited to my party 8-)
~Myrna
Love your keds Heidi....too cute!!! Kristin
ReplyDeleteHi Heidi...so I don't have your email or I would have just emailed you this since it has nothing to do with your post but oh well. I don't know if you were still looking at slings or not but I have one other suggestion as well...have you seen the Moby wrap? My sister-in-law actually made me one but Jax loves it and there are a ton of ways to use it. You can check it out at mobywrap.com.
ReplyDeleteWOW, did I hit the idea jackpot by visiting you today! LOVE those sequined keds.. would be so cute with some denim rolled up capris, and a blue gigham shirt tied at the waist... and of course, braids. Oh yeah. I'm on it!!
ReplyDeleteAnd too cool about the PEZ! Perfect b-day present for my SIL in Sept!
Loved your tshirt revamp.
I've had such a great visit~ nice meeting you and all the best with your new baby boy!
Nikki
hey, I remember those shoes! Good memories!
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