January 29, 2010
oh…
I meant to tell you something, my loves. I think that…
You Look Beautiful Today note card by The Beautiful Project: $3.75
but then again, I think you’re beautiful every single day!
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January 29, 2010
sunny.
I’m feeling pretty tired this morning and am filling myself with sunny, happy, positive thoughts to take me from this morning throughout the day. I’ve been admiring the cards at The Beautiful Project‘s shop for some time now and had to share this…
Good Things Will Happen note card: $3.75
January 28, 2010
from the boy.
Confession: I am currently obsessed with shirts that look like they’ve been taken from a guy’s closet. You know the ones I’m talking about, right? The big, baggy button down shirts. In fact, I wore one yesterday that had blue and white pinstripes. Heck, I may even wear one again today! I realize that I’ve built a little collection and have decided I’m perfectly fine with it. They’re cute, you can move in them, and paired with the right shoes and accessories can have a sexy feminine feel. And have I mentioned that they are oh-so-comfy? Here are a few favorite boyfriend-inspired items I found on Etsy…
Boyfriend Pinstripe Button Down Shirt by Lamixx: $58.00 {psst – I bought this!}
Olive Stripe Boyfriend Shirt Dress at BeckyDrolen Vintage: sold
We are the Mods – Classic Ladies Shirt by Abi Bansal Design: $120.00
ReConstructed Gentlemen’s Dress Shirt No.2 by Peeko Apparel: $70.00
The Tailored Button Down Vintage Plaid Top by Lamixx: $62.00
January 28, 2010
i’ll stand by you.
Lisa’s got a few new pieces in the shop I’ve been meaning to post about that would be perfect for Valentine’s Day or any other moment you’re feeling romantic…
I’ll Stand by You: $25.00
Oh Be True Original: $400.00
Amor: $25.00
King of Hearts: $75.00
Grow Old with Me: $25.00
January 27, 2010
dogs. ties. love.
These photographs by Christine Edwards make me happy. That’s all…
all prints are $15.00/each
January 27, 2010
regency valentine.
Remember last year when I featured Shanna and Betsy’s sweet Lace and Foxes valentine? Well, they’re doing it again this year. Yup. Let me introduce The Regency Valentine with Swallows…
This year’s valentine was inspired by Jane Austen…with a modern twist, of course! Each note will be handwritten and hand-painted and elaborately folded in the regency style of Austen’s time. It is then sealed with a black and white striped washi tape and wax seal. So pretty. So romantic. Hooray for Hello Handmade!
These will only be offered through February 5th, so get your orders in now so they can arrive in time for Valentine’s Day.
ps – 10% of each sale will be donated to the American Red Cross Relief for Haiti.
$14.00
January 26, 2010
wood you?
Shauna and Stephen are definitely one of the most creative couples around. And back in stock in the shop…
wood you be mine. set of 3: $25.00 {also available individually}
faux bois log. white: $20.00
January 26, 2010
Get To Know: Rym Jarbouai of bagatelles&co.
Hooray! It’s time to get to know another fun sponsor. Enjoy!
Meet Rym Jarbouai of bagatelles&co:
Name: Rym Jarbouai
Business Name: bagatelles&co
Where are you located?
London, UK
What is it that you design and create?
Colourful accessories made from brocade silk and Liberty fabrics.
Where/How did this all begin?
I have always been making things, and after sudying Textile and Fashion design in Paris, I moved to London to work as a freelance designer/tailor. bagatelles&co started last summer when I was desperately looking for a nice evening bag for a wedding I was attending. I couldn’t find anything beautiful yet affordable so I ended up making my own…! I haven’t stopped making bags since then!
Who or what inspires you?
Lots of different things! Randomly: fashion and movies from the 20′s, photography, packaging design, blooms and flowers, walking around in the city, people in the street, cute cakes…
What is your favorite part of the design process?
Looking for new fabrics, whether on internet or directly in shops or thrift stores… Designing new styles, inventing a new story… And of course, the best is when I get returning customers who tell me how happy they are with their special item. :)
Crafty folks know that accumulating new tools and supplies is something that comes along with the territory. What are your favorite tools and supplies?
Pins, scissors, tape measure, chalk, a mannequin and very important, a good iron… The simple gear of a Tailor:)
What advice would you give other independent artists who are just starting out?
I’m still quite new in the game but here what I’ve learnt so far: don’t be afraid to try new things and to get out from your comfort zone. Be perseverant and believe in yourself. Things do not happen overnight, so be preapared to work very hard.
What is your favorite indie purchase or trade?
An adorable little flower brooch made from felt by my little sister. I’m still wearing it!
What’s on your iPod/music player right now? What’s on your “Crafting Music Playlist”?
Nouvelle Vague: it’s a cool band covering punk and new wave classics in a bossa nova mood.
What’s your favorite food?
I can’t say no to good fresh bread with a piece of dark chocolate.
Coffee or Tea?
Tea!
What store could you wander around in and be happy?
Liberty, Anthropologie, Etro and Hermes, ah and also the Victoria&Albert Museum shop in London.
Favorite place to visit or place you’d like to visit?
Venice during Carnival: simply amazing ( a bit too cold though!)
What do you secretly wish you could do/be?
Occasionaly, I do some freelance design and pattern cutting work.
Do you speak any other languages? If not, would you like to learn one?
French is my mother tongue and I’m curently learning Italian (as my boyfriend is Italian).
It’s a brand new year! What are your plans and/or goals (business/personal) for 2010?
Keep doing what I love and grow bagatelles&co.
Thanks so much, Rym! Can’t wait to see what new things will pop up at bagatelles&co! Oh, and Nouvelle Vague is on my iPod, too! Here are a few items you can find at her shop…
Bold Peacock Gigi Small Purse: $42.00; Multicolored Floral – Liberty Print Medium Clutch with Chain: $95.00
Azulejos Lili Medium Clutch: $72.00; Little Flowers Small Gigi Purse: $27.00
Marigold Ambrosia – Silk Tie & Leather Large Clutch with Chain; Amber Floral – Jacquard Medium Lili Clutch: $82.00
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January 26, 2010
love candy.
Quick! There’s a limited number of Made by Girl’s Love Candy Prints available at the shop. Oh, and Jennifer has also put them on sale!
January 25, 2010
my only sunshine.
This makes me happy on such rainy days like today. Reminds me of when I was a kid and my grandpa would sing this to me. If he were still around, maybe we’d sing it together…
You Are My Sunshine by The Wheatfield: $22.00
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January 25, 2010
fig.
If only you knew how often I check Suzie’s shop to see what new bag she’s whipped up. The latest addition to BEES’NETTA is The Day Labourer in Fig…
Thing is, I also still adore this bag in its Courier Blue and Rosemary versions…
So many bags, so little time.
bags are $185.00
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