Archive for the ‘Boutiques’ Category
January 26, 2011
if you work with felt for any of your crafty projects, you should probably get some of this fancy stuff…

sue has the prettiest fancy felt in the most vibrant colors! you can select specific colors or get it in a collection of assorted ones. the felt is made of an eco-friendly wool and viscose blend here in the united states {and cut to order}. just looking at it all makes me smile…



fancy felt: starts at $4.00/5 pieces; pretty prism collection: $12.00/15 pieces; harvest moon collection: $12.00/15 pieces; color catalog: $5.00
January 21, 2011
so you know how i always talk about having cold hands and feet? well, even the heater in my apartment doesn’t stop me from wearing socks all the time. so i kinda really want a pair of these french slipper socks by collégien that are for both kids and adults {hooray!}…




don’t they look comfy? you know my issue would be deciding which to get, right? i do prefer the high sock version. do you have a pair?
via black eiffel and a cup of jo
January 18, 2011
there is no hiding the fact that i am absolutely and truly in love with everything and anything emersonmade. in fact, that is where i made my most recent indie purchase from. so when i saw these, i jumped for joy {i am so a t-shirt and jeans kinda gal}…





high-five!; yes horse!; boom shisk boom!; paper valentine heart; lucky green: $38.00/each
ps – to continue with my emersonmade obsession, i’ll surely be featuring the spring line soon!
September 2, 2010
Congratulations to Stu and Janet on the opening of their brick and mortar space last weekend!

They put a huge amount of work to transform an old wool mill space…


in to this…




Gorgeous, right? Those were some of the photos from their opening day. Located in Manayunk, a neighborhood in the northwestern section of Philadelphia, the store hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 12 – 7 pm. If you can’t make it, you can still check them out online.
So, who wants to take a trip to Philly with me?
three potato four
376 shurs lane, building a
philadelphia, pa 19128
July 1, 2010
You know I have a love for animals, right? So you can imagine the joy I felt when I saw what Tara has in her shop, Ink+Wit…



The Foxy Friends and Elephant Safari Linen Tea Towels or Wall Hangings {$20.00/ea} are begging to come live with me. The adorable designs are screenprinted using water based inks. I say there’s no choosing between the two so if you’re considering purchasing them…well, you know what I think.
June 30, 2010
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…

Platters: $29.00/ea.


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

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.
April 8, 2010
I was checking out the update at Bleubird Vintage and I kind of wish I could fit this top…



Boy Scout Patches Shirt: $42.00
and I really love this dress…



Marilyn Polka Dot Mini Dress: $58.00
What’s funny is that I made a similar necklace with a vintage key. Hmmm, maybe it’s a sign.
March 24, 2010
Over this past holiday season {previous ones as well} I did my shopping from only small businesses. Everyone got things from me from shops that were local or independently owned. One of my favorite shops for getting unique gift items is Limonaia.

Located in Russian Hill here in San Francisco, owner Jessica Goldfarb has curated a selection of goods from both local and international companies fit for any occasion and recipient. Most recently I picked up a vase and candle for my mom, a fabric pouch for my sister, and a memory card game, drawing books and bath treats for my nieces and nephews. Oh, and there may have been a little something for myself thrown in there as well. The shop is great because it fits any budget.

Stop on by and see Jessica and her friendly staff. They are all very helpful and knowledgeable about the lines they carry in the shop. Some of my current favorites are the fabric headbands and ponytail holders made locally {which I own}, paper products, candles, soaps, and well, just about everything I guess. My friend actually just gave me the cutest wristlet/clutch from Limonaia recently as well. I’m also kind of obsessed with the blabla dolls {hey, I’m a big kid, right?!}…

March 10, 2010
Please be sure to show some love to our wonderful sponsor, Scarfu. Here are some of the newest items added to the shop…

Florence Dress: $70.00
Flyaway Cardigan: $50.00
Bazaar Top: $24.00
The Red Dot Dress: $105.00
Thank you for your support!
October 21, 2009
I received a little email from Lidia of Evil Kitty regarding their biggest sale ever! You can get a head start on your holiday shopping starting today {sale lasts through November 15, 2009}. You’ll get a chance to view and purchase pieces from the regular collection at a hugely discounted price. Simply enter code “PURR40” at check out to receive 40% off your purchase. All orders worth $100 and over will also enjoy free shipping. Here’s some of what you’ll find at the shop…
Evil Kitty Hooded Dress (black and white): $88.00:

Safety Pin Babydoll: $328.00:

Striped Ribbon Top: $70.00:

Evil Kitty Necklace: $88.00:

October 19, 2009
There’s always something lovely about the home page of ModCloth. I really love the current “shop the outfit” looks with the beautifully simplistic way the shoots were styled and photographed.




September 11, 2009
Not sure if you folks have noticed, but N.E.E.T. Magazine has a new look. Stephanie has done an amazing job on the redesign and the current issue {launched on September 1} is full of great handmade items and shops.

Oh, and I contributed two of the articles. Cool, right?


The articles are on pages 20 – 23.