[Arashi]

I wish I had $35 to spend on a nice parasol, some of those in the online stores were very beautiful. The only problem is that my mother has been out of a job for a year, no more unemployment checks, and I have no income of my own... On monday I will have $200 available to me to buy clothes in which I need very badly, but that does not include acessories. I've been trying to stick with DIY for everything; I need to get the most of out that money.

Anyway, back from China town, I ended up with two beautiful Chinese parasols. One light blue and one light pink, both with flowers painted on. Only $5 each.. I'm going back on monday with a tad bit more spending money to get an amazing white one I sighted in a closed store window. As for the types of parasols seen in those stores, I'm going to attempt to buy a cheap umbrella at the thrift store and recover it, and add lots of lace and ribbon. It's worth a shot..