Archive for May, 2010
Signing off for the weekend. Tomorrow is my birthday, so I am looking forward to a relaxing couple of days with Jeff and the pets. Maybe we’ll even get a picnic in if its nice outside. Here are your weekend links and discounts…
-Heather is all kinds of awesome. And we share the same birthday. AND she is having a huge sale this weekend at Gathering Vintage.
-Wouldn’t mind living here, for like ever.
-Heading to Portland anytime soon? Abby has a recommendation (with pictures) for where you should stay.
Weekend Discounts:
-Shop at Wear Addiction and receive a special discount. Orders over $30 = 10% discount. Orders over $50 = 15% discount. And orders over $75 = 25% off (shipping costs not included). No code necessary. Refunded via paypal after purchase.
–Shop at Earrings Nation and receive a 10% discount for your entire order (no minimum purchase require and inclusive shipping) now through May 23rd. Use code “Papernstitch10″ at check out in message to seller box and discount will be refunded thru Paypal within 24 hours of payment received.
-Shop at Sparkle Thots and receive free world wide shipping for your entire order when you use code “papernstitch” at checkout. No minimum purchase necessary.
-Shop at Small Bird and receive 10% off your entire order when you use code “papernstitch” at checkout.
-Shop at The Ardent Sparrow and receive free shipping for your entire order when you use code “papernstitch” at checkout. Refund sent after payment is received.
Rachie’s Place is bringing a little vintage color to our Friday morning.
Love this milk bottle and melmac dish set.
Are you as happy as I am that its Friday? Here are today’s favorites.
I am a big, dorky fangirl when it comes to the work of Danna Ray. So of course, I am pretty pumped over her latest collaboration with The Working Proof, which was founded by Anna Corpron and Sean Auyeung, who you know from Sub-Studio.
A limited edition print of Danna’s original mixed media painting, entitled We Are Connected is available here for $35. And 15% of each print sold will be donated to Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). These will probably go fast, since there are only 50 in the edition. So if you’re interested, head on over to The Working Proof.
There are only a few items in Elisha Sewell’s shop, but it is definitely worth taking a look at. I have had my eye on this dress for a while. I just love the colors..and that belt. Plum and golden yellow always look so good together.
What’s your favorite color combo?
Adorable illustrations from Amy of Mint Parcel.
This week, Room by Room with FormFire Glassworks takes a look at another classic by George Nelson, the Miniature Chest with Pedestal.
Designed in the 1952, this lovely storage piece is a classy alternative to the standard side table, or would be a great way to set up a vanity space in a visible area. The original rosewood has been changed to teak for sustainability, but is still finished in a rosewood stain. Inspired by Japanese tansu chests, Nelson created a modern American version that included a white painted metal pedestal base and white laminate top. A vertical nine-drawer version is also available, with or without the metal base, all manufactured by Herman Miller. The proportions of the drawers, base and small knobs make this chest an elegant showcase for your special treasures.
My handmade accessory picks are as varied as the possibilities for this gorgeous set of drawers. A ribbed ceramic paperweight adds a shot of color in a simple yet textural form. A set of felt coasters makes for easy entertaining. Pillows abound, in both hand-printed fabric and as a cast resin vase, while a two-tone bowl catches coin and keys.
Next week I will choose a new iconic piece and give you my picks for accessorizing your modern home.
