Archive for September, 2009
September 30, 2009
This is probably said way too much, but the year really is speeding by. Over the last several months I have been seeing a lot of calendars and planners popping up for 2010 and I will admit to ignoring them. Not because I haven’t been attracted to any of them. I guess you could say I’m in denial. Some days I just wish that the clock would move faster. Other days I sit and wonder how I could magically stop the weeks from passing as swiftly as they do. I realize now that I can no longer ignore the fact that I have been noticing lots of great calendars and planners. I’ve decided that I will attempt to slowly introduce them to you so that we I don’t get overwhelmed about the idea of a new year coming. Here’s the first {love the design}…
Four page 2010 letterpress calendar by SeeSaw Designs: $28.00:
September 29, 2009
When I opened up the email from Xenia saying that she had a paper shop I was excited. I mean, it’s paper. I love paper. Then when I opened up the photos attached to that email, it was over. I knew I was in trouble because how was I supposed to choose what items were my favorite. Found paper co. is inspired by Xenia’s love and fondness for paper and appreciation for vintage. Her large collection is something we can all benefit from because not only can you find things for your crafty projects and your own paper stash, but also mixed paper journals. There are also some other great vintage finds for your home in the shop. Here are some of my picks…
Vintage Airmail Envelopes – Set of 5: $4.00:
Vintage Square Division Flashcards – Set of 6: $4.00:
Silver Metal Lockbox: $12.00:
12 Vintage Black and White Letter Flashcards: $5.00:
Found Paper Pack Edition 2 (25 Piece Ephemera Set): $8.00:
1950s – 1960s Travel Book – Country of Your Choice: $5.00:
Flags of the World Game Cards – Set of 6: $4.00:
30 Vintage Game Pieces: $5.00:
Cigar Box with 55 Pieces of Vintage Paper: $25.00:
September 29, 2009
These Ten Worst Pickup Lines cards {$5.00/set of 10} by Farouche are too funny. I hope none of you have heard these {or used these} before.
September 29, 2009
Think of all the inspired ideas you could actually remember having if you had a spot to jot them down in…
Bursting with Brilliance Notebook by Katie Blair Designs: $10.00:
September 28, 2009
Very exciting news! Amy of Pikaland will be hosting an Etsy Virtual Lab tonight at 9pm EST. The topic will be “Thinking Out of the Box” where she will cover things like how to gain more exposure for your business in a creative manner, and how to go beyond simply setting up your shop to build a solid reputation for yourself. I’m pretty bummed because I’ll be at my day job during that time so I can’t join in. But, you can!
September 28, 2009
Christy has one of those shops that I love so very much. So much that I can’t put a post together because I find myself wanting to share all of it with you. Selecting just a few items to feature is pretty tough sometimes, you know. Please forgive me because here’s my best effort at narrowing down the picks from Farouche…
This one’s perfect for your Monday…
Bright Sunshiny Day:
How awesome would it be to hand these out to people you meet…
Set of 20 Personalized Rocket Woman Note Cards: $25.00:
Crafty peeps…
Make Do and Mend: $18.00:
You know you’ve wanted to give these tags to a friend or two…
Drunken Tags: $4.00/set of 8:
Positive Thinking…
Happy Happy: $18.00:
Personalized Craft Room Tags: $18.00/30 tags in 10 different styles:
September 28, 2009
Kimberly Scola of chez-sucre-chez is a sweetie. Not only do I adore her embroidered artwork {you’ve seen it on Mixed Plate a few times}, but I love how she supports her mama. Kimberly was invited to participate in a little project called Spoonful. She was dreaming up ideas of what to contribute and brilliantly came up with stitching 99 Red Balloons. Of course, the task would take a lot of time and planning. Realistically she decided that 9 would do the trick. Once finished with the project she wondered what she would do with those pieces. Kimberly had her “A-HA” moment! Her mom is taking part in a two day bike ride to raise money and awareness for the effort to find a cure for MS. What better way to help her mom raise the money, have you donate to a good cause and get a lovely bit of artwork in the process.
September 25, 2009
It’s Aloha Friday, everyone! What a week it’s been. There have been crazy weather reports claiming there would be a “heatwave” and instead all was fine and foggy in San Francisco. How was your week? Hope it went well and that you’ll have a great weekend. Have a Happy, Happy Aloha Friday!
1. The Rose by Austie: $28.00
2. A Roundy-Bottomed Tough Ruffles Zipper Purse in Lavender with Plum by madebyhank: $28.00
3. Vintage Pastel Stainless Steel Little Appetizer Forks by Vintage Venatic: $10.00
4. 60s Babydoll Gold Lace Peach Bow Dress at Caramelized Vintage: $95.00
5. 3 Notebooks by The Paper Apartment: $20.00
6. Small Gold Paper Bowl by Up in the Air Somewhere: $18.00
7. Copper Timbales Necklace by Meetalls: $33.00
September 25, 2009
I just restumbled upon Yvette Inufio’s shop this morning. Her photography is just so dreamy and quite romantic and inspires me to want to take a relaxing mini-vacation somewhere. A place where there’s sun shining and a cool breeze. It would be quiet. Perhaps a beach house. I feel as though I could kick my feet up and get lost in a good book. Or catch up on sleep. Either way, I’d be relaxed…
Clarity of Air: $15.00:
Solitude: $15.00:
The Man She Loves: $15.00:
The Best Way: $15.00:
Swing of Words: $30.00:
Alone: $15.00:
September 25, 2009
There is something so lovely about the way the items at Lindsey Elisabeth‘s shop, Lost & Fawned, are photographed…
Gracie Bracelet: $18.00:
Lisel Earrings Light Blue: $8.00:
Blossom Brooch Gray: $11.00:
Rose Marie Locket: $35.00:
Sophie Earrings Vintage Light Amethyst Glass: $20.00:
September 24, 2009
Yes, please! I think that two of my favorites from the Three Potato Four vintage find update are the pencil sharpener and tally counter collections {they’re all in clean working condition!}. That’s why they get their very own post…
Pencil Sharpener Collection: $35.00 – $125.00:
Tally Counter Collection: $35.00 – $65.00:
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