Little Black Capri Legging: 2 Casual Outfit Looks for Everyday Errands

 

We all wear black capri leggings for power walks in the park or morning stretches but what if your favorite pair could do more? These high-waisted capris are so flattering, so comfortable, and so easy to style, you’ll want to wear them for everyday errands, weekend resets, and everything in between.

Yes, they cost more than your average legging but they’re worth every penny. Here’s why.

 

Why These Capris Are Worth It

Susan owns a pair of the Zazzle-made capris, and here’s the honest truth:

“They hold you in, yes and your husband will absolutely compliment you but they don’t feel like shapewear. They feel like a second skin. Soft to the touch, soft on your skin… so comfortable you might want to sleep in them.”

These aren’t just leggings. They’re a wardrobe staple that moves with you, supports you, and styles up or down depending on your rhythm.

Product Highlights:

• Custom made with care: Each pair is printed before being sewn, so every inch is thoughtfully designed
• Compression fit: Hugs in all the right places, flatters every body type, and never loses shape
• Eco-conscious fabric: Made with ecopolyester, which has 70% less environmental impact than regular polyester
• Durable and vibrant: Medium-weight stretch fabric that bounces back after washing—no sagging, no fading
• Hand sewn in Canada: Crafted with intention, not mass-produced

 

 Look 1: Weekend Reset in Boca

Vibe: Relaxed, barefoot, and sun-kissed
Where to wear it: Farmers market, porch coffee, winter escape errands

She’s barefoot on the brick steps, linen blouse flowing, basket of fresh produce in hand. The black capris hug just below the knee, grounding the look with soft structure. This outfit says “I’m home, I’m present, and I’m not rushing.”

Style Tips:

• Pair your capris with a loose linen or cotton top untucked for movement
• Go barefoot or wear soft slides for a coastal vibe
• Add a woven tote or basket for texture and utility
• Keep jewelry minimal let the outfit breathe

 Look 2: Errand Queen on the Move

Vibe: Confident, caffeinated, and in control
Where to wear it: Grocery runs, school pickup, casual meetups

She’s mid-stride with a coffee in one hand and keys in the other. The zebra tank is tucked just enough to show off the high waistband structured, flattering, and ready to move. This look is all about rhythm and readiness.

Style Tips:

• Tuck in a bold print tank to highlight the waistband
• Slip on black flats or skimmers for comfort and polish
• Carry a reusable coffee cup or tote to complete the look
• Add a bracelet or watch for a touch of shine  

 Final Thoughts

These capris aren’t just for yoga or power walking. They’re for real life errands, porch resets, weekend rhythms. They’re built to last, designed to flatter, and styled to move with you.

Why I Switched Back to a Personal Pinterest Account: A Zazzle Seller’s Experience

 

 

Pinterest just changed the rules and for independent creators using platforms like Zazzle, it’s not a minor tweak. It’s a structural shift that affects how we link, share, and promote our work.

I got the popup: Verify your store to continue. But here’s the catch Pinterest now requires business accounts to claim their website to unlock features like product linking, analytics, and the Verified Merchant Program. And if your storefront is hosted on Zazzle, you’re stuck. You can’t claim a site you don’t own, and Zazzle doesn’t let you edit your store’s HTML or DNS settings.  So, what happens when your store is 100% original, professionally curated, and fully compliant but still unclaimable?  In my case, I switched back to a personal Pinterest account to preserve visibility and control over my pins and group boards.

 My Solution: Returning to a Personal Account

After hitting a wall with Pinterest’s verification system, I made the decision to switch back to a personal account. Why? Personal accounts still allow manual pinning and profile links. I retain full control over my boards, branding, and seasonal collections. I avoid the headache of trying to “verify” a domain I don’t own. It’s not ideal but it’s honest, and it works.

 What You Can Still Do

Even without a business account, you can still build visibility: Pin your products manually with strong seasonal keywords. Create themed boards that reflect your collections (e.g. “Vintage Autumn Decor” or “Wildlife-Inspired Gifts”). Add your Zazzle store link in your Pinterest bio. Use strong captions to highlight your creative process.

Final Thoughts

Pinterest’s update may feel like a setback, but it’s also a reminder: platforms change, but your voice doesn’t have to. Whether you’re a wildlife advocate, a seasonal designer, or a creator with 5,000+ original products, your work deserves to be seen on your terms.

The Perfect Stocking Stuffer for Her: A Plaid Phone Case with Personality

 

 

There’s something magical about finding a gift that feels both personal and practical. This season, I’m spotlighting one of my favorite designs: a tartan plaid phone case with a crisp white “S” monogram shown here nestled in a red knit stocking, just waiting to be unwrapped.

Captured in a moment of warmth and wonder, this mockup features the case in action: held gently in hand, framed by soft sweater textures and the glow of a Christmas tree in the background. It’s not just a product it’s a feeling.

Why It Works: Classic Meets Custom: The dark green tartan pattern evokes timeless holiday charm, while the monogram adds a personal touch. Gift-Ready Design: Whether tucked into a stocking or paired with cozy accessories, this case makes a thoughtful, stylish gift. Built for Everyday Use: Designed for durability and flair, it fits snugly on iPhone models with triple-lens cameras (shown here on an iPhone 16 Pro).

Behind the Design

This case is part of my seasonal series on Zazzle, where I blend vintage patterns, calibrated AI watercolor, and original photography to create gifts that feel intentional. I chose this tartan for its bold contrast and emotional resonance something that says “home,” “heritage,” and “holiday” all at once.

For the Gift-Giver Who Cares

If you’re shopping for someone who values both style and substance, this case is a quiet standout. It’s not mass-licensed or generic it’s crafted with festive red and green color with a touch of gold sparkle, making the tartan plaid iPhone case a perfect stocking stuffer gift for her.

Dress Up Your Jeans with a Festive Christmas Scarf

 

When the holiday rush hits and your calendar fills with errands, meetups, and last-minute gifting, your go-to jeans deserve a little seasonal sparkle. A  Festive Christmas Red Bow and Greenery chiffon scarf. This holiday lightweight scarf will transform your everyday denim into something worth celebrating.

Why It Works

Red cashmere meets effortless charm: A classic red sweater grounds the look in warmth and tradition. The scarf adds movement, pattern, and a touch of nostalgia without overwhelming your outfit.

Chiffon keeps it light: Unlike bulky knits, this scarf floats gently over your neckline, making it ideal for indoor gatherings or layered under a coat.

The pattern tells a story: Red bows, pinecones, and sprigs of greenery and gold snowflakes and ornaments evoke the feeling of a freshly trimmed wreath or a well-loved ornament box. It’s not just festive it’s familiar.

How to Style the Scarf

Drape it loose: Let both ends hang freely over your sweater for a relaxed, elongating effect.

Tie it once at the neck: For a bit more polish, loop it once and let the ends peek out from under your collar.

Pair with medium-wash denim: The blue grounds the red and green palette, keeping things casual but intentional.

This fashion look isn’t about dressing up for someone else it’s about feeling festive for yourself. This scarf brings a little joy to your jeans.

Gold Sparkle Leggings: 3 Looks for Holiday Parties

  

Gold leggings get a bad rap too loud, too costume-y, too hard to style. But when you treat them like a statement piece with real-world grounding, they become the most versatile item in your holiday wardrobe. Whether you're headed to an office party, hosting a cozy night in, or braving the crowds in Times Square, here are three ways to style gold sparkle leggings that feel intentional, chic, and true to you.

1. Office Party Polish

Pair with: Off-white fuzzy sweater, gold ankle boots, warm lighting
Why it works: Texture meets shimmer. The mohair softness balances the leggings’ boldness, making it ideal for gatherings or glam office parties.
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“Casual shine, street-ready style.”

2. Casual Chic Pair with: Black sweatshirt with gold band, gold sneakers, soft curls Why it works: This look says “I’m off-duty, but still on point.” Perfect for creator meetups, coffee runs, or behind-the-scenes styling days.

 

“Gold that glows louder than the countdown.”

3. Times Square Countdown

Pair with: Gold and black hoodie, gold sneakers, fireworks overhead
Why it works: You’re not just part of the crowd you’re a standout in it. This look holds its own against neon chaos and midnight magic.
 

Final Thoughts

Gold leggings aren’t just for the brave they’re for the intentional. When styled with care and contrast, they become a canvas for celebration, comfort, and confidence. Whether you’re documenting the moment or dancing through it, let your sparkle speak.  View the gold sparkle legging here 

Leaf Print Leggings for Work, Walks & Winter

Style your signature black-and-white leaf print leggings four ways for work, casual strolls, chilly errands, and power walks. A wardrobe essential every busy woman must have.

In a world of fast fashion and fleeting trends, some pieces earn their place by showing up again and again for work, exercise, and winter errands. These black-and-white leaf print leggings aren’t just a pattern. They’re a statement of responsible style. Here’s how to wear them across four distinct rituals:

 

Work-Ready Elegance: Tunic + Ballet Flats + Gold Accent

This look balances flow and formality. The tunic softens the bold print, while the gold accent adds warmth. Perfect for client meetings, bank visits, or any moment where clarity and presence matter.

 

Casual Park Stroll: Cropped Tee + Canvas Sneakers

Let the leggings lead. Their swirling leaf pattern pops against the simplicity of the tee and sneakers. This is your go-to for spontaneous walks, friendly check-ins, or running errands.

 

Chilly Day Errands: Black Hoodie + Boots

This look is all about comfort without compromise. The hoodie adds weight and warmth, while the boots keep you grounded. Whether you’re picking up supplies or documenting seasonal shifts, this outfit moves with you.

 

 Power Walk Ritual: Crew Tee + Sneakers + Fitbit

This is your wellness look built for movement, tracking, and clarity. The leggings stretch with you, the Fitbit keeps pace, and the leaf print reminds you that even rituals can be bold.

 

 Why This Legging Works

Print with Purpose: The leaf motif isn’t just decorative—it’s a nod to seasonal cycles, caregiving, and rooted design.

Monochrome Magic: Black and white pairs effortlessly with any palette, making styling intuitive.

Fit That Moves: Whether you’re seated, walking, or layered up, the fabric adapts without losing shape.

Voice-Driven Versatility: Each look honors your rhythm—whether you’re advocating, documenting, or simply showing up.

One Top, Three Ways: From Office to Weekend Outfits

 

Some pieces don’t just fill a gap they make the outfit. This abstract tank top, with its gold and black design, is one of those rare finds. It’s expressive without being loud, versatile without losing its edge. And when paired with a variety of black staples, it becomes the kind of wardrobe workhorse that moves with you from Monday meetings to Saturday park rituals.

Here’s how I styled it three ways, using only black pieces and a few gold accents to keep the look intentional and cohesive.

 

 Look 1: Office Polish

Start with the tank top as your focal point. Layer a tailored black blazer over it open in the front so the print stays visible. Add slim black pants and a delicate gold necklace. The result? A look that’s professional, expressive, and grounded. It’s perfect for creative meetings, gallery visits, or any space where your voice and vision deserve to be seen.

Style Note: The gold in the necklace echoes the warm tones in the top’s print, creating subtle cohesion without over-accessorizing.

 

 Look 2: Weekend in Motion

For park walks, errands, or casual gatherings, pair the tank with black shorts and minimalist black sneakers. Add gold-accented sunglasses, a chain-link bracelet, and let the print do the rest. The look is relaxed but intentional perfect for moving through the day with ease and clarity.

Style Note: The gold bracelet and sunglasses pick up the same warm tones in the top, tying the whole look together without adding bulk.

 

 Look 3: Creative Casual

This one’s for the in-between moments’ coffee runs, porch rituals, or late-night brainstorming. Swap the blazer for a black open-front sweater. Keep the jeans and gold necklace, and let the tank peek through like a quiet rebellion. It’s soft, expressive, and ready for whatever the day asks of you.

Style Note: An open sweater keeps the look grounded while still showcasing the print. It’s a great way to layer without losing the visual impact of the top. 

 Final Thoughts

One top. Three looks. Endless outfit ideas. When you start with a piece that holds pattern and meaning, the rest becomes a matter of intention. Black staples give you the flexibility to mix and match, while gold accents add warmth and clarity. Whether you’re heading to the office or moving through the weekend, this top is all you need.

Three Looks, One Legging: Styling the Feather Swirl for Fall

  

Some pieces earn their place in the rotation. These feather swirl leggings do more than hold pattern they anchor the whole season. I’ve styled them three ways for fall: one for errands, one for work, and one for the kind of day that starts with coffee and ends with a porch light still on.

Here are some other legging styling tips 

1. The Errand Layer Look 

Start with a longline hoodie in slate gray. Add a denim vest for structure and a pair of slip-on sneakers. The leggings carry the print; everything else stays grounded. Toss in a canvas tote and you’re ready to navigate grocery aisles, post office lines, and that one parking lot with no rules.

2. The Workday Wrap

This look leans into texture. A charcoal tunic sweater adds soft weight, while gold accessories bring warmth and intention.  Add suede booties and a saddle brown crossbody bag both practical, both poetic.

3. The Porch Ritual

For evenings that ask nothing of you, pair the leggings with a marled knit cardigan and a thermal tee. Wool socks. This is the look for writing in your journal while sipping a cup of coffee, or watching the leaves shift, and letting the day settle.

 

Style Board: Fall Layers with Feather Swirl Leggings

For those who love to see the whole look laid out, here’s a curated fashion board featuring our feather swirl leggings styled for autumn workdays. Wardrobe Tip: When styling bold leggings, echo one color from the print in your top or accessories to create cohesion. Here, the gold necklace and warm-toned bag pull from the marbled bronze in the leggings, tying the whole look together.

Petite Sparkle, Holiday Spirit: Santa Earrings That Shine

 

Looking for a festive touch that’s subtle, stylish, and full of cheer? These Santa-themed dangle earrings are the perfect way to elevate your holiday outfit whether you're headed to a cozy gathering or just want to add a little sparkle to your everyday errands.

Each earring features a 0.7" diameter pendant, roughly the size of a dime, making them lightweight and easy to wear all day. The circular design showcases a cheerful Santa Claus surrounded by holiday icons like a glowing candle, holly leaves, and a gingerbread man all tucked inside a silver-plated frame with a glossy, UV-protected coating that keeps the artwork vibrant and protected. 

 Why they’re a seasonal favorite: Petite and polished: The size is perfect for subtle sparkle noticeable but never overpowering. Silver-plated finish: Adds a touch of shine while staying lightweight and comfortable. UV-protected artwork: Keeps the festive design crisp and colorful through the season and beyond. Versatile gifting: Ideal for coworkers, friends, family or a little treat for yourself.

Whether you’re pairing them with a Christmas sweater or dressing up a casual look, these earrings bring warmth and whimsy to any outfit. These earrings would be a perfect and thoughtful surprise for a coworker, friend, sister or mom anyone; who loves holiday charm.

 Ready to wrap, ready to glow.
Add them to your cart and let the season sparkle one tiny Santa at a time.

Cookie Exchange Red or White T-Shirt

 

If you are someone who enjoys baking and exchanging cookies with your friends and family then you will love either of these AI created T-shirts.  Both are made from cotton and are perfect for church, ladies club or home cookie exchange parties.

Both are Zazzle made tees that were created from a watercolor AI generated image of retro women baking Christmas cookies.  You can see that the women both have on colorful holiday aprons that were fashionable in the 1940’s.   The   kitchen background is decorated with holiday garland and a decorated Christmas Tree which lends for a festive cookie exchange image design. 

Personalize women’s basic cotton jersey V-neck t-shirt with your cookie exchange information or other text.  Both image and text can be customized as it is a template design.   There is no extra charge for the personalization.

 

If you prefer another color rather than the classic Christmas red know that there are a variety of colors to choose from. There are also different style tees, such as a crew, long sleeve, sweatshirt and more.  Pick the style shirt that fits your needs  and wear to your Christmas cookie exchange.

The V-neck style tee has contoured side seams for a feminine fit.  The manufacture states that the fit is true to size and that it is preshrunk. 

The women’s basic crew neck t-shirt is a relaxed fit and is made from 100% cotton. 

Gray Wolf T-Shirts for Men

  

Some men like wildlife apparel.  They like woodsy outdoors t-shirts and neckties that features wildlife designs.  Photographers and nature enthusiasts enjoy wearing environmentally friendly cotton clothing with Timber wolf, and other wilderness animal designs.

DenaliNational Park Wolf at Sunset T-Shirt

The crewneck tee was created for men who like wildlife and nature. This shirt features an AI generated image of gray wolf at Denali National Park. A shirt like this one would be a thoughtful birthday, Father's Day or another occasion gift for him.

Recently I was messing around with the AI Generator DALL E-3 and created some amazing wolf designs.  All have a Denali National Park background with mountains or treeless tundra with sparce grass, others have a grassland with body of water with mountain in background. 

 

WolfPack and Mountain T-Shirt

This T-shirt features an AI generated image of Denali National Park in Alaska. There is a mountain in the background, a creek i n the foreground and a pack of wolves grazing at dusk . Anyone who loves nature and wolves will like this shirt.

When I asked my husband what he thought of the men’s clothing and gifts that I created he said “wolf t-shirts and are something that every nature and wildlife person should own.

 

Wolf created clothing like sweatshirts and t-shirts are not limited to men as women and kids, boys and girls love wolves. 

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

 

 

Mother’s Day is holiday where families honor their mothers.  Its  a day where they recognizes their mom’s for all that they do to support the family.   Being a mom is probably one of the hardest jobs a woman can do.  The moms work tirelessly day in and day out just to improve their kids lives.

Mother’s Day is celebrated in May and falls on the secund Sunday in May in the United States.   Other countries celebrate their Mothers but the day and month may differ. Each family celebrates their mom in their own special way.  Many families will host a brunch which is a breakfast and lunch food combination.  The siblings and spouse will also buy their mom a gift and a card. This gift is a way to say “thank you” “ I love you and I appreciate you being my mom”

 

Mother’s day is a reminder of how important our mom is. So celebrate the mom’s in your life  with a unique gift that was created by an independent artists. 

 
Here are a few of my top picks.

This coffee mug features a pretty watercolor floral  design with the text that you may personalize with your own words or buy as shown learn more here Watercolor Floral Mother's Day Coffee Mug

Personalized Mother' Day Brownies 

When you buy this brownie you will receive a dozen individually wrapped brownies that are rich and chocolatey, so delicious that they will melt in your mouth. These brownies are fresh baked, fudgy brownies from Veronica’s treats. They are glazed with a delectable white chocolate flavored icing and topped with your custom Mother’s Day  design for a one-of-a-kind dessert made just for your mom.

Mother's Day Personalized Pillar Candle This candle features a country floral  design with a greeting that you may  personalize with your own words or buy as shown. A pillar candle would be a thoughtful mother's day gift for your mom.