Archive for October, 2010
I hope my weekend (and yours) is as lovely as this photograph. And I am thinking it will be (at least mine anyway) because tomorrow is my niece’s birthday party, and I am really excited. Yeah! Happy birthday Harper.
I am going to head out early as usual today. Gotta get things ready for the start of the new exhibition on Monday. So, here are a few weeks for your weekend…
-Have you read Mayi’s tips for selling online? They’re really great. If you have an online shop, I’d definitely recommend it.
-Need a laugh? This photo is currently doing it for me.
-Looking for some lighting inspiration? Check out this week’s Interior Obsessions.
-Want a fall fashion fix? Check out Nadinoo’s Autumn Winter collection on Fee-AMore.
-Itching for a weekend project? Take a look at this week’s no carve pumpkin diy. Of course, if you aren’t a fan of cool (and easy) projects, than I wouldn’t bother. See what I did there?
-Need help promoting your work? Well, today’s the last day to submit your shop for the next papernstitch exhibition. We can help. More info here.
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image credit In Dreams
Thought I would share a few things from the South African shop Wild Roses Grow on this beautiful Friday morning. Marie-Louise, the woman behind WRG, hand screen prints tea towels, tote bags, aprons, and pillows onto linen and other materials. Like these…
How Do You Like Your Eggs linen tea towel $14 and Screen printed Hopsack Tote Bag $28
Cute stuff, huh?
Visit Wild Roses Grow on etsy to view more of the collection.
1. Cast Iron Horse Hook 2. Sweet Dreams framed painting 3. Leather Necklace 4. Cozy Cowl with Handcrafted Wood Button 5. Icy Paws 6. Lihuen Cowl Natural in Wool 7. Lichen Ring
I’ve been a fan of Ann Arbor artist, Nicole Ray, for quite some time now. And I imagine its not hard to figure out why. Nicole’s print shop, Sloe Gin Fizz, is filled with illustrations of whimsy, and the cheery spirit throughout Nicole’s work never fails to bring a smile to my face.
Recently, Nicole completed work for a Design Sponge city guide of Ann Arbor as well, which you can find right here. My mom lives in Ann Arbor. Wonder if she would recognize these landmarks?
To view more of Nicole’s work, visit Sloe Gin Fizz on etsy.
If your style changes about as often as you change your clothes, you’ll probably like one of our wonderful sponsors here on the blog: Fuchsia Dream, a jewelry shop where you’ll find a little bit of everything: from vintage-inspired to modern simplicity. Be sure to take advantage of the limited time discount below when you head over, and save 20%…
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Last week’s jaunt into Interior Obsessions with FormFire Glassworks took us through a look at Chalkboard Paint. Today we’re shifting from walls and doors to lighting – in particular, that special light called the chandelier. For years, I had a negative connotation with the word; chandeliers were fussy, old-fashioned, and often real eyesores, at least those found in the local lighting or home store. Typically denoting a hanging fixture with multiple light sources, originally a set of candles, today’s definition of a chandelier is a much broader one.
I’ve even grown to appreciate the old-style chandeliers with the hanging crystals and fake candle-bulbs, at least when juxtaposed with more modern furnishings. Modern chandeliers range from hanging collections of lights and repeated sculptural elements to minimalist armatures and geometric crystal formations. Anything that hangs and has multiple lights or other elements can be considered a chandelier in today’s world of home decor. Whether it is gracing a dining room table, lighting the entry foyer, or hanging above your living space, there are options out there for every taste.
(above) Traditional crystal chandelier
Modern Crystal + Sputnik Sculpture
1. Linen Purse with Vintage Doily 2. Headband with Russian Doll Badge 3. Tiny Woodland Terrarium Necklace 4. California Roll Sushi Barrette 5. Birdcage Painted Ladies Series – print 6. Cinnamon Scarflette 7. Jubilee Letterpress Poster
