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Movie Monday: The Hustler 1961

Two young wanderers meet in a train station. He is running away from his failure, and she is wallowing in her own. He has suitcases, and she has a place for them in her apartment. So together they hide away from the world, with only imaginations for their past. You can call me Sarah, and I will call you Eddie.

One day a man walks through the door and they're forced to face themselves. Sarah learns Eddie is actually Fast Eddie, a no-good loser of a Hustler who constantly disapoints himself and everyone else in his life. I guess she figures it's okay, considering her own personal disapointments. So Sarah takes to the bottle for comfort, while Eddie continues to blame it for his own failures.

When Eddie takes a break from shooting pool, he and Sarah fall in love and begin to consider what life would be like if they stop sabotaging anything good that comes along. So the two of them head off on their adventure- a high stakes billiards game in Louisville, where Eddie risks more than just a shot at some fast cash.

This iconic movie features a tremendous cast, with Paul Newman as Fast Eddie, Jackie Gleason as his great opponent, Minnesota Fats, and George C. Scott dons his villainous grin once again as a fast-talking, money grubbing manager. Touted in the early '60s as an edgy story about love, lust, and gambling, The Hustler really is about more than just vice. Like dynamic character development? You'll really enjoy watching the transformation of Fast Eddie as he learns more about character, all the while playing it fast and loose. And my oh my, he looks good while doing it.

WARDROBE | Maternity Style - 25 Weeks

Before we found out I'm expecting a kiddo, I would occasionally wear an outfit and think hopefully, "Hey! I could totally wear this when I'm pregnant!" Except, now that I am pregnant, my body has changed in ways besides just my belly. And pretty much none of those items work with my new figure. Bummer. But guess what? Pretty much anything knit is working out so far! Stretch over my belly! Just if you try something like this with your own expanding belly someday, make sure you wear some shorty shorts underneath your dress. Sure, I can't play volleyball this Summer, but at least I can put my volleyball shorts to use! Spandex, yeah! All is well.

O U T F I T   D E T A I L S :

dress: Sally Jane Vintage | scarf: Rag Refinery | belt: Dillards
tights: thrifted (deadstock Hue) | shoes: Clever Nettle

INSPIRED BY: Bold Colors in Vintage Homes

We've already moved into our 1950s ranch and settled on a color for our walls. But since we haven't put up curtains, settled on a sofa choice, or really settled on anything (I'm not sold on the color of the walls!), I'm still pouring over vintage homes for color inspiration. This time I've rounded up some bold color schemes that inspire me to go big or go home (or both?) with our color choices. Is there too much of a good thing? Let me think about that one.

For some extra color scheme inspiration, check out past featured vintage homes here. The images from this post were found via Flickr and are linked back to their Flickr source.

This Time Last Year: WMC FEST

I was a little nervous and intimidated about attending a weekend full of admirable designers, artists, and musicians, knowing I had no wingman, and being a little shy about meeting people who I idolized. Before I knew it, though, my amazing weekend at Cleveland's 2nd Weapons of Mass Creation Fest was over. I felt more inspired and motivated than ever before, and I couldn't wait for the next year! Well, kids, next year is just about here! WMC Fest 3 starts on Friday! (And this time, I'm taking notes!)

Ohio City, the location of the creative fest, is one of the most interesting and diverse places in Ohio. There's always great places to visit or something creative and noteworthy happening in the neighborhood, so it's no surprise that Cleveland's Go Media has chosen Detroit Avenue (just west of downtown Cleveland, running alongside Lake Erie) for the home of their creative conference/indie music festival. If you live anywhere close to Cleveland, don't be shy- come on out this weekend to make new friends, explore West Cleveland, and get majorly inspired! I promise there is no way you will be disappointed. And check out the forecast! You might see me at Edgewater Beach each this weekend too!