Archive for June, 2010

June 30, 2010

olive manna.

Not that I need new platters {or do I?}. Or plates. Or serving trays. But, come on. The melamine dishware section over at Olive Manna is calling my name…

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Platters: $29.00/ea.

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Plates: $19.00/ea. {discount for set of 4}

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Serving Tray: $29.00

ps – did you click on the link for the plates? bet you want to eat waffles now. I know I do.

June 30, 2010

confetti system.

Remember the post about that fabulous zebra that could totally replace a disco ball? Well I just spotted these over at Joy’s blog and fell in love. All of the garlands and pinatas are made by hand in New York City by Confetti System. Let’s have a party. Heck, no need for a party. Just toss these up and liven up any space. Can you imagine these at a workplace? That could brighten up the day…

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Tassel Garlands are made of tissue paper and mylar. You can request a custom color combo or go with the Multi-Color, Neutrals or Brights {$130.00/ea}.

Check out the pinata section, too! Oh, and browse around their site because they do amazing things for parties/events, etc.

June 29, 2010

octavia bloom.

Octavia Bloom is a great jewelry shop run by Jenny Christiansen. I had bookmarked her goods a while back as one that I had to share with you because of the work that I can only imagine she puts in to each piece. It’s been some time since I have visited an Anthropologie shop, but you may recognize her baubles there as well. Here are just a few of my favorites…

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1. Louie’s Sunbathing Necklace: $88.00
2. Ms. Dapper’s Blue Sky Hoops: $98.00
3. Remington Rae’s Sandcastle Earrings: $96.00
4. Olivene’s Rosie Charm: $42.00
{photo of a bunch of pretties}
5. Fiona Mae’s Sea Glass Earrings: $98.00

ps – check out her other shop, Jen Jewelry.

June 29, 2010

aloha.

Aloha, friends! I have been so busy during the past few weeks, thus the silence here. I apologize and am getting caught up on things, emails, posts, life, blah, blah, blah. How have you all been? A couple of things that I am working on are special ad rates for the summer, guest posts/features, more crafty folks interviews, and more giveaways. What do you think? Sound fun? Let me know if you’re interested and we’ll get crackin’ on some projects together.

Hello

HELLO recycled wooden sign by wkd studios: $42.00

June 17, 2010

color: turquoise.

Turquoise-esque, perhaps? I came across so many lovely photos of things in this shade that I thought while they may not be the perfect definition of it, they would do just fine for this post. So pretty…

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via weheartit {uh, where can I get that radio/record player?}

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via EmilyO Photography

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via Raquel Reed

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via weheartit

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via cherubitation

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via weheartit

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via twolimeleaves is now pompomrouge!

Paola

via Paola: mirrormirror

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via Sebastian

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via don’t touch my moleskine

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via Jackie Rueda

June 17, 2010

pick it up.

Do you remember playing pick-up sticks as a kid? How I would love to have these Vintage Games {$18.00} via Sweet Love Vintage‘s shop…

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June 16, 2010

party!

In San Francisco? Then lucky you because The Candy Store is celebrating its third anniversary by throwing a party tomorrow night. Tons of people always show up for their events and they are so much fun. I mean, it’s a party. At The Candy Store. Yes, that means there will be candy. Need I say more?

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What: The Candy Store’s 3rd Anniversary Party
When: Thursday, June 17 from 5 – 8 pm
Where: The Candy Store, 1507 Vallejo Street {at Polk}
Why: Food, Champagne, Door Prizes, Candy!
Plus, a special tasting courtesy of Happy Goat

Let me know if you’re going because I’ll be there. Stop in and party with the candy crew!

June 16, 2010

simplesong design.

Congratulations to Suann and the launch of her new site. I always love what Simplesong Design has to offer and have purchased things from her in the past as gifts. Here are a couple of things from the shop I am currently longing for {how cute are the balloon ones?!}…

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Balloon Notecards: $11.00/set of 6

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A+: $5.00

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Megaphone Thank You: $5.00

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Birthday Balloon: $5.00

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Ruler + Grid: $11.00/set of 6

And for Father’s Day…

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Library Dad’s Day: $5.00

June 16, 2010

paper doll primer.

I just squealed with joy when I saw that this is available for pre-order

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One of my faves, Emily Martin of The Black Apple, has a book that will be released on November 2! The Black Apple’s Paper Doll Primer: Activities & Amusement for the Curious Paper Artist is a 160 page craft book full of illustrations and all sorts of Emily-goodness. I am really looking forward to receiving this in my mailbox.

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June 11, 2010

simple things.

I am so happy that Wren & Chickadee has reopened. These are really making me grin…

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Simple Pleasures: $14.00

Wilfred

Wilfred Fitting In: $14.00

June 10, 2010

color: pink.

Pink. I honestly don’t think I was ever really a pink kinda girl. Don’t get me wrong, I do like some things that are that color. Maybe it depends on the shade. Come to think of it I do not have a piece of clothing that is pink. Am I the only female like this? The funny thing is, when I was searching for pretty images to share with you for this color feature, I came across images of Jem and the Holograms. I loved her with all that pink hair {you did, too, right?}. Hope you’ll enjoy and have a great Thursday…

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via PJ Taylor

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via weheartit

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via simple tess

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via weheartit

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via Sparks68

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via And by the wei

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via weheartit

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via MayaLee

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via Julianna Lee

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via Skunkboy Creatures

June 10, 2010

who you gonna call?

Here is something to make you smile.

One of my favorite gals, Katie, participates in a group called Improv Everywhere. They do all sorts of fun missions and document them to share with the world. They always make me laugh. Remember watching Ghostbusters? Check this out…

Cute, right? You can read about what went on behind-the-scenes, too.

Oh, and this one has been a favorite of mine…

Too funny! Have you ever planned anything like Improv Everwhere does?