Saturday, April 23, 2011
Love: The Internet
Hello Again! It's been so long since I've gotten to blog, and I've really missed it! Just when I was on a roll with regular blogging the move happened, and we've been without internet for a week. Ughhhh!!!! I really do love to un-plug from technology every once in a while. But a week is pushing it! I feel like I've missed so much in the blogosphere.
As far as the move goes- it's truly NEVER ENDING! I don't know how I acquired so many things. The boxes aren't getting unpacked as quickly as I'd like, since I run out of energy by 11 every night. I'm hopeful that in another week we will be comfortably settling in. Oh, and I'm also excited to show you before-and-after photos.
I did take some time today to clean up my blog settings a bit. It's now possible to "follow" me by clicking the link on the right side of the screen. You'll never have to miss any of my posts again! Pheewh! And I also added a "wish list" list as well. There are always certain things I'm keeping my eye out for- sometimes they are for crafting, sometimes for decorating, or sometimes just to collect. I'm keeping the list short for now, but I'll continue to add to it, and remove things. If you happen to know where I can get something on my list, please feel free to send me links/emails/info. I'd love to chat :)
Hope you all have a great weekend! I've missed you!
Vintage: Vintage French Interiors
If you're a book lover, as I am, I have to recommend this truly beautiful, inspiring, informative book:
Vintage French Interiors
Inspiration From the Antique Shops and Flea Markets of France.
Although the book has a publication date of 2008, yesterday was the first time I'd seen it. I picked my copy up from Anthroplogie, but I'm sure it could be ordered online. The author, Sebastien Siraudeau shares with his readers all of the best places to shop throughout France, and accompanies all of his suggestions with the most breath taking photos. Below are just a few.
Speaking of lovely decor and beautiful displays, check out these photos of the apartment:
Be sure to check back soon for another give away- I'm hoping some of you will take some things off my hands and make moving a little easier ;)
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Vintage: A Contest Winner!
Thank you all for participating in my first contest! I really enjoyed reading all of your thoughts and opinions on your favorite blogs, and will definitely be using all of the information you provided. I hope you all take a moment to look through all of the comments that were left- you may just discover a new must-read blog :) I plan on making contests and give-aways a regular feature on my blog, so I hope you continue to read and enter :)
And without further adieu:
CONGRATULATIONS Carmen! Please email me your mailing address and I'll get your package right out to you!!!
And without further adieu:
Vintage: A Contest!
Have a good day!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Vintage: Shopping
After an extended time away, Mom and I headed the the antique shops bright and early Sunday morning. It takes a lot to get me up and going early in the morning, not to mention before the sun comes up- but these antique shops are so worth it!
I had to stop half way through my drive to Pennsylvania to take a few photos of the sun popping up over the ridge. The way it shown through the trees was so beautiful, and I felt like I was the only lucky person for miles who got to witness such a lovely, peaceful view.
Chocolate chip cookies make Monday's so much better :) I highly recommend them!
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Vintage: A Contest!
Please enter my contest--
In an effort to build a more beautiful blog- one that you look forward to visiting each and every single day, I need your opinion. Please leave a comment letting me know two things; first, what are your most favorite blogs, and secondly, what are some of the features you've most enjoyed on other blogs?
In one week- April 6th, I will choose (at random) one of the comments left on this post, and send that lucky winner all of the products features in the photo above- and maybe a little surprise too :) A jumbo safety pin perfect for any collage-er, a postcard direct from the Paris markets, a metal number tag, and a strip of vintage tickets.
I appreciate all your help, and time!
Here is a view of the back side of the French post card the winner will receive. Isn't it lovely!
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Love: Birthdays!
I spent the weekend celebrating my 28th birthday with lots of good friends, family and food! I can only hope that my 28th year is half as wonderful as my 27th!
In honor of my new year, I thought I'd offer up free shipping on all items in my vintage shop. Use the coupon code HELLO28, and I'll be happy to cover the shipping charges on all domestic purchases. Treat yourself to something fun :)
(When checking out through etsy, you will be prompted to enter the code, which will deduct the shipping charges before your final payment is submitted)
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Create: Two sided heart
Not long ago I scooped up this sweet little robins egg blue ceramic heart because it was simply too cute to pass up. I had intentions of hanging it on the wall or bookshelf, but hadn't quite gotten around to it.
Then this morning I glimpsed at it and realized it needed "something". My first thoughts were die cuts and lace, although I couldn't find just the right pieces, and didn't quite know how to incorporate them.
After rooting through my drawers and tins, I found several pieces that would work perfectly, although they didn't really mesh together. It was then that I realized I didn't have to make them work together, and that I could decorate both sides entirely independently of each other. Yay!
The first side I completed has a vintage victorian calling card pieces on the front. I removed the super-cute envelope from the card stock backing and affixed it to a thin piece of wood for stability. After painting the sides of the wood and back with a gold paint pen, I used glue to affix vintage tinsel trim to the entire border. I just LOVE tinsel trim :) And lastly, I affixed the wood to the first side of my heart.
As you can see, the envelope still has a beautifully calligraphied name inside.
The reverse side features a scalloped edge rosette that has been made using beautifully matched scrapbook paper.
A small brass number tag was placed in the middle of the rosette, and tinsel surrounds it to add a little pizzaz!
As a finishing and unifying step I connected both the front and the back with horizontally placed tinsel, and paired that with a new hanging string.
Now I know this little guy will definitely be hanging in our new place!
Now I know this little guy will definitely be hanging in our new place!
Friday, March 18, 2011
Create: Collage Box- FINISHED!
Take a closer look at some of my favorite parts of this collage.
Velvet flowers from France.
This sequined butterfly was originally part of a necklace mom had created that appeared on Good Morning America!
Original victorian scrap. I love vintage paper and ephemera!
An original collage is shown off behind a beautiful chandelier crystal I found at the flea market in Paris.
This is my favorite compartment! It houses a lovely weathered metal flower and an old tag.
Black french cut glass flowers. So charming!
These small vials were found with miniature parts still in them!
Vintage Ivory chips with hand carved and painted letters. I chose "P" because when translated with french butterfly becomes Papillion. The butterflies themselves are original pieces of victorian scrap.
Lovely and delicate french lace adds texture to the background of this block.
I hope I've inspired to you to get to work on our own collage box. It really was a fun project to do, and it's a great excuse to get out all of your treasures and study them. Please do send pictures if you decided to take this project on :)
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Create: Collage Box
A work in progress!! I hope I can inspire some of you to do your own variation of this project along with me :)
2. Carefully paste sheets of paper that have been aged to perfection in back of each section. I've used paper from a french novel, ledger book sheets and Parisian music pages.
3. Spend hours rearranging and searching for fabulous vintage treasures to fill up your printers box. Be warned- this can take far more time than you may expect. And remember- not every compartment has to have a "found object" inside. Perhaps some of the contents are little works of art you make as well!!
4. Nonchalantly place items in each slot until they are almost all full. Then take some time to rearrange the items you have selected. Take note of where bursts of color appear and be sure to space them out in a pleasing way. Make sure you're varying the dimensions of items you place side by side. (2-D/3-D specifically).
5. Slowly start to tweak and perfect each little slot, as well as affix your items with adhesives and glue.
6. Check back soon to see my finished results!
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