Mirror, mirror

I felt inspired, by fall, halloween and a poison apple to create a treasury. I was thinking more spooky - Grimm not Disney - Snow White.

Friday Find: Whoopie!

I have Halloween treats on the brain, and these Halloween Whoopie Pies look divine. You can find them in SinnersSaintsSweets's shop. Everything in the shop looks so good - being sinful can't really be that bad, right?

The Minsk

While trolling around on the internet, my husband Greg discovered this illustration by UK artist Dale Bowers, which is inspired by one of Greg's poems "The Minsk". It is so cool! It is amazing that through the internet artists across the ocean can connect and be inspired in ways that used to be almost impossible. Love it!

I have always wanted to do some kind of companion piece or series of photos inspired by my husband's poems, but haven't yet. I am glad that someone has because they are ripe with images. If you want to read more of my husband's poems, you can read his blog or his book, I Thought I Was New Here.

Friday Find: Inspired by Tea

I have tea on the brain as you can see from my last post, so I decided to pull together some super cute, teapot themed items from Etsy sellers. A great way to spend black Friday, cruising around online (sipping tea of course) instead of in the stores bumping elbows with the crowds.

Check out these seller's shops because all three have really great stuff and offer plenty of potential gifts for the upcoming holidays!

Mini Wall Hanging Clock - Tea Pot by decoylab


Teapot by sollinero

Silver Tiny Whimsical Teapot Studs by ANORIGINALJEWELRY
(free shipping through 11/30!)

Brimfield Antiques

Last weekend I went to the Brimfield Antique Show. It is so massive it is a little overwhelming, but if you relax and realize you can't possibly see everything, it's fun to just explore.

This is the second time I have gone and both times I have gone on the last day of the week-long event. If you are not scoping out a specific rare and hard to find piece, I don't think it is necessary to wait in line on the opening morning. On the last day the vendors really want to get rid of what they have left rather than lugging it back with them, so you can find some good deals.

I did buy a large white pitcher and washing bowl, which I love. Other than that I just took some photos, had some fried dough, and enjoyed hanging out with my mom and a friend.

Good Enough to Eat

Every so often I browse through the numerous and talented Somerville artists and crafters on Etsy. Today I found ConfectionaryClay and it was love at first sight. I adore the shapes and scalloped edges, the delicate imprinted patterns, and the sweet colors. I can picture serving afternoon tea in a bright, sunny room when I look at the dishes. Sigh.


Visit her shop and support my local economy!

Moving Sale!

I love danitashop's Moving Away print, check out her other lovely creations in her shop.

Her print is the perfect inspiration for me right now because in order to get ready for the move I am having a buy 1 get 1 sale in my Etsy shop.

After May 15th I will be closing the shop for about 6 to 8 weeks to settle in to the new place and hopefully work on some new designs. In the mean time, come buy and help make my move easier!

La Vie en Rose - Yvette Inufio

I can't get over how gorgeous Yvette Inufio's photostream is. The above mosaic is just one of her amazing sets, called La Vie en Rose. I also love her set of Still Lifes at Home. Best of all - she also has an Etsy shop. This is my absolute favorite photo. If all goes well, we will be moving in a few months (more on that later). I might need to get a print as a house warming present for myself!

"Friday" Find - Kelly Neidig

I love all of Kelly Neidig's paintings in her Etsy shop kelcan. I generally love square art, whether it is a photo or painting- a square is infinitely more satisfying to me than a rectangle. Add to the shape the gorgeous colors and the subject matter and my heart goes pitter patter.

Creek

Incoming

Canary

Friday Find - Liz Mathews

I love these! Clean lines, bright colors and modern, nature inspired graphics. Perfect. These gems are from Liz Mathew's shop.

Clockwise from top left: Field Teardrop Pendant, Vines Teardrop Earrings, Scallop Oval Pendant

And she's having a spring sale, 40% off!

Friday Find - Sick/Feel Good

Todays finds reflect my current state and my aspirations for the near future. They are my yin and my yang, they are yellow, and they are both very fun.

Sick Plate from trixie delicious

Feel Good pill bottle from LoucheLab

Lemonade Award!

I have had a bit of a challenging week. I am sick, work has been busy, and I have not been wearing my crafty pants. But on Tuesday, Kerry at tryst totally made my day by awarding my blog a lemonade! Yay! Thanks so much, that was the boost I needed to bet my but in gear and back into my crafty pants.

Rules for the award:
1. Put the logo on your blog or post.
2. Nominate 10 blogs that show attitude and/or gratitude.
3. Be sure to link to your nominees within your post.
4. Let them know they have received this award by commenting on a post.
5. Nominate your favorites and link to this blog.

Now to spread the love...
CarrieCan - inspiring design observations
The Peach Tree - gorgeous jewelry and impeccable taste
poetic home - vintage decor inspiration
The Hungry Gringos - adventures in food and tasty recipes
oline in the city - witty and wry observation
oh, hello friend - lovely finds and designs
Celestefrittata - beautiful bookbinding
The View From Here - curator of craft and art
Oh So Beautiful Paper- everything paper
tryst - pretty things that make everyone smile
I don't know if I am allowed to nominate my nominator, but I am doing it anyway ;)

Thanks to Kerry for the moral boost and to all the people I am nominating for providing daily inspiration!

"Friday" Find - dozi workbooks

I have not been the most regular blogger of late. It has been a busy month or so and I haven't been able to spend as much time as I would like on crafty things. But my day-late Friday Find was made easy when I saw dozi's workbooks on Etsy's front page yesterday.

I am not sure how I have not seen her shop sooner, I love everything in it. All the products truly are simply delightful. These sets of three workbooks are sublime. I couldn't decide which I liked better, sea or field. Hmmm, how about all of the above! They would be perfect to have on hand as last minute gifts, or to just covet yourself.

The House pocket jotter - summer is also too cute! Be sure to check out dozi if you haven't already.

New Favorite - Greenward

On Sunday, when it warmed up to a balmy 50 degrees, my husband and I went for a long walk. While walking we stumbled upon a great new store on Mass Ave in Porter Square, Greenward. It is filled with gorgeous, modern eco-friendly products. From coasters made out of reused tile to children's toys made out of recycled plastic. And they have a wonderful selection of cards.

The photo above is from their website. You should visit the store at 1764 Mass Ave or online. I have a new go to for gifts! See what happens when it is warm enough to venture outside, I find all sorts of new things.

Lovely Owls

My husband and I went back to Portsmouth this weekend to visit our friends B and E. B has the cutest collection of vintage owls!

Friday Find - Miniature Chicago

I have not posted much this week. It was one of those weeks at work that's completely draining. I haven't had much going on upstairs except "get through this week," "I'm tired," "uhg" and I knew you didn't want to read 5 posts about that. The other thing on me and my husband's mind lately is going back to Chicago for a mini vacation. That is where we met and we have been swept up in nostalgia lately.

Since we won't be going anytime soon, and I needed to escape right now, I was thrilled to find James Spicer's alluring Miniature Chicago Neighborhood Scenes. These are three photos from his set of 5. Check out all his other great, tiny worlds.




I want to be there now. Oh well, at least it's Friday.

Pretty Polaroids

I love these gorgeous polaroids from kristiana parn's photostream.

Chambers Street, NYC

Autumn Flowers

Cards for a Song

I am working on my new year's resolutions, slowly chipping away at them each weekend, and have been organizing my Etsy shop. I have a new sale section where you can find some cards for a song.

Speaking of deals, gypsy and twink is offering seven (yes seven!) adorable lithographed owl cards for $10.00! What a deal! I am desperately trying to come up with a witticism involving hooting (cards for a hoot?) but it is a little too early on a Saturday morning, and I will spare you all this time...

Friday Find - Simmer

Primordial elements stewing. My high-school lab project on diatoms. Lichen, rain drops and fungus. All of this comes to mind when looking at yellena's art. Especially my favorite print, Simmer.

I love the incredible detail and colors. Be sure to visit yellena's shop. I just bought my 2009 calendar from her, I can't wait to get it!

My Poor Tooth

I just had a very long and arduous root canal. According to the dentist my 4 roots were long and lean like me. While I appreciated the compliment, I was really wishing they were short and stumpy. I have feeling back in my face now, and am on the road to recovery. I'm just glad it is over.

Etsy is the best distraction from pain. So, in honor of the ordeal, and since I have teeth on the brain, I found these adorable little Tooth Fairy Tooth Pillows in VetrinaGirl's shop. These teeth definitely look much more cuddly than mine. Check out the other cute items in her shop!