Archive for March, 2011
If you seek unique and handmade items for your home, HUB interior designs is the perfect shop for you. HUB stands for Handmade, Unique, Beautiful- and that’s just what their selection offers. You’ll find exclusive items like this cute cat tin or these whimsical pendant lampshades for an affordable price.
Please visit HUB Interior Designs for more from this shop.
Oh, and be sure to visit the interiors section (example shown above) when you have some time. HUB can help you with all of your design needs too – lighting, helping with one or two finishing touches, advising you where to buy furniture, and more.
This idea for a diy cupcake stand from Modern Moments is so cute, I can hardly stand it. Find out how to make your own when you read the tutorial here. So easy! You have to check this out.
*I think it’s safe to assume that everyone knows how I feel about cupcakes at this point. But if not, you should probably read this.
Over the weekend, I finally finished an art wall in the living room that I’ve been meaning to get to for ages (I’ll post more photos soon if anyone’s interested). Nothing like family coming in to town to get your butt in gear.
And one of the artist’s on this newly arranged art wall of mine is Shannon Rankin of Selflesh (far right on the art wall), who happens to be today’s shop of the day on the exhibition site.
Shannon is (obviously) such a talented artist. And any chance I get to promote her work, I jump at it because she is a wonderful person to work with as well. Here are a few of my favorite prints from her shop at the moment…
Bound (sea) print and I Heart (Portland Maine)
Visit Shannon Rankin’s shop Selflesh to view more of her work.
Patricia of the jewelry shop, Tippy Stockton, recently shared some images with me of her cheery, turquoise studio nestled on Pugent Sound. There’s a lot to see in this small (adorable) space, and all the photos are below. But before we get to that, I also asked Patricia a few questions about her studio and her vintage inspired jewelry line…
-You have so many designs, and the styles range from quirky antique vibes to fun and funky feelings. So, I am curious to know how you describe your work?
I would have to say that I am completely inspired by color, texture and all things Vintage. I inherited a jewelry box of Vintage pieces that belonged to my Mom and Grandmother. I realized they still had a place in today’s world, so I just put a new spin on them.
-How long have you been creating jewelry?
Really just for a couple of years since the death of both of my parents. I was kind of a lost soul; I didn’t know what I wanted to do other than to be by myself. So I set up a table and began creating, and here I am today.
-It’s inspiring to hear that something positive came out of such a tragic situation for you. Do you have any advice for other artists who may be just starting out, or are struggling to be seen?
This is still a tough one for me. I always want more. Be yourself, network with friends and family, do shows, start a blog – just put yourself out there.
-Absolutely. Speaking of putting yourself out there, your studio is oozing with personality. It’s absolutely adorable. Where is it located?
My sweet studio sits on a bit of land on our property under a huge Spruce tree and surrounded by Lilacs, hydrangea’s, and roses. I live on Puget Sound in WA state just a few blocks from the water.
-Sounds amazing. How many hours per week do you spend there?
Thirty +
-You seem pretty active with promoting your shop outside of the Etsy community. What ways do your promote yourself and your work online?
I have a blog, where I try to write something about my work at least once a week. I then post it to my Facebook page, which then posts it to Twitter. I have an ETSY Site, but I’m in the process of opening my own website. I’ve also been very lucky to have been featured in Lucky Magazine, 425 Magazine (a local magazine for the Seattle area), Matthew Mead Holiday, and the upcoming book from Where Women Cook.
-Congrats on those recent features. Print publication are a great way to get your name out there. I actually have one last question for you… What artist or artisan would you most like to work with on a project in your lifetime? And why?
I would have loved to have worked with Miriam Haskell, a jewelry designer at the turn of the last century. She had such an eye for detail and beauty for the simplest things.
Special Offer: Take 20% off your entire order at Tippy Stockton now through March 25th, when you use coupon code ANNIVERSARY20 at checkout. Sale Ends 3/25/11.
Visit Patricia’s online jewelry shop, Tippy Stockton, to view more of her collection of vintage inspired jewelry. And for updates, visit the Tippy Stockton blog.
Re-using discarded materials is an easy way to give back to the environment. But sometimes it can be difficult to come up with ways to re-use old products. So, I’ve rounded up five do-it-yourself ways to reuse a wooden pallet for practical storage and furniture for your home.
Read my post for Organic Authority now: 5 Ways to Reuse a Wooden Pallet.
Bring a ray of sunshine into your day, and another around the world to Japan, when you pick up a handmade plushie from Savannah May’s shop, Sleepy King.
***100% of the proceeds of this Bear Hug for Japan made to order bear will be donated to The American Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Fund.
Free domestic shipping code: Enter code SHIP4FREE at checkout.
View more of this handmade collection of plushies at Sleepy King now.
Well, it’s finally Friday afternoon, which means I am ready for a nap. And I’d really like (and wish) for my imaginary nap to be on this incredible pillow blanket, which I happen to think would also double as a great sleeping rug, from Joon & Jung (found on Decor8). So lovely.
Anyway, before I head out for the weekend (my family is coming for a couple of days and I am pretty excited), I have a few links for your weekend. Enjoy!
-Photographer Alicia Bock has put together a beautiful limited edition collection of prints for Japan. The proceeds from photographs in this collection will be donated to the Red Cross for relief efforts in Japan.
-Anthro announces a new decorator concept of stores.
-How to get everything done in your business and still have time to live your life. 5 tips for skyrocketing your energy and getting things done.
-The newest issue of Toffee Magazine is out. Pick up your copy for less than $3! Can’t beat that.
-And if you’re looking for a weekend project, check out this adorable no sew paper bunting idea. So cute. And easy to boot.
And speaking of diy’s, have you filled out the diy survey yet? I’d love it if you did, and you’ll be entered to win a giveaway prize too. So, that’s kind of cool. Have a great weekend! See you Monday.
