Clockwise from top left: { No. 442 Citrine Beaded Bracelet from Dinosaur Toes } { Triangle Wall Shelf in Deep Teal from Junglai } { Linen Oblong Pouch from Bookhou at Home } { BEAM Silk Desert Prism Scarf from Callen Thompson }
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Giveaway: Star Mobile from theStarcraft
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Once upon a time, in a galaxy far, far away, there lived a little mobile of paper stars named Vela. Vela was a bright and chipper mobile, and was very proud of her cascading, cotton-candy-colored stars. She would often float happily through her neighborhood, giggling and saying hello to all the other star mobiles. But one day, while bouncing along, she was passed by an interesting bit of space debris — a National Geographic magazine! She quickly and joyously flipped through the July 2006 issue, devouring each page, every image of the land far, far away known as Earth, with irrepressible curiosity. After flipping the last page, Vela’s usually sunny demeanor quickly faded. She gazed at the empty galaxy around her, and wished desperately to explore the exotic planet Earth. Without further hesitation, she resolved to pack up her bags and shoot off on her first grand adventure. After arriving, the first welcoming face she saw belonged to Frances from theStarcraft, who quickly agreed to help Vela find a home. If you would like to bring Vela home, leave a comment here letting Frances know. {Psst. This is a giveaway. Leave a comment to enter…}
The Shopping Sherpa: Man Lodge, pt. 2
Sometimes the Shopping Sherpa just can’t help himself. Yesterday he found some great stuff for the walls of our man lodge, and today he’s back with some items for our desk and bar. Because what happens in a man lodge? Drinkin’ and Workin’.
On the Desk
The Shopping Sherpa: Man Lodge, pt. 1
On The Wall
When you’re trying to set up your own rustic man lodge, you’ll first need some pretty manly things for your walls. I’m thinking bones, and smoke, and lumberjacks (he’s my favorite).
The Shopping Sherpa: Weird, White & Wonderful
I regret to inform you that posting might be a bit short for the next several days. I’ve got personal business (or “bidness” as I like to say) to take care of. That’s right, Mama’s got stuff to DO. Oh! You gettin’ nosy? You wanna know what it is? Well, you’ll just have to wait! Until then, please enjoy this collection of delightful oddities (brought to you by the one, the only… the Shopping Sherpa) and the short posts I have scheduled through Tuesday. Don’t miss me too much.
The Shopping Sherpa: I’m So Edgy!!!
JK. I’m actually more like the opposite of edgy. I’m a big proponent of hugs and baby animals… and hugging baby animals. But that doesn’t mean I can’t look edgy right?
P.S. I realize that some of these items, a ceramic mug, for instance, may not appear “edgy” to some. Just go with me on this. It’s all about the color scheme here. K? Thanks.
ROW 1: Organic Black Hair Triangle Tee from Coma and Cotton; Dreamcatcher Necklace from Erma; Paisley Drums Hair Clip from Paisley and Brass by Ashaloo
ROW 2: You’re a Winner Pennant Necklace from Super Duper Things; Magic Triangle Magnetic Necklace from Color Blind Smarties by Tamé; Triangles Unisex Crew from Jessalin Beutler
ROW 3: Arctic Series Moleskin Notebook from The Blackbird Sings; Neighborhood Mug from Dovetail; Black Lace-up Rain Boots from Vim and Vigor Vintage
The Shopping Sherpa: Ancient Egypt
I got a little inspired by yesterday’s post with Mario Zoots…
Clockwise from top left: Tut Women’s Tee from Shipwreck Design; Anubis Jewelry Case from Kikkerland; Antique Pyramid Necklace from A Little Bead; Artifacts of Ancient Egypt Pen Collection from Design Toscano
Clockwise from top left: All 4 1 & 1 4 All Tee from Threadless; Customized Hieroglyph Pillow from Blue Terracotta; Pharaoh Necklace from The Brass Menagerie; 69 BC Print from Amber Alexander
Swell Dwelling: Kay Loves Vintage
Kay Loves Vintage is a lovely little blog I stumbled upon recently. I especially love browsing through Kay’s flickr photostream, where I found these photos of her swank Dutch home. Sweet and cozy looking, no?
The Shopping Sherpa: An Etsy Wedding
I’ve got weddings on the brain! Between the Crate & Barrel Ultimate Wedding Contest we entered, my sweet baby Gracie’s upcoming nuptials and all the wedding season commercials/shows on tv, I can’t seem to escape it. Like many a daydreaming schoolgirl, I’ve already started planning ours, even though we haven’t even set a date yet. Below are some of the lovely, handmade things I’ve picked out from Etsy — a mix of sweet and quirky. For those of you just joining us, Brian and I have entered the contest (mentioned above) to win $100,000 and the aid of a talented wedding planner to create our dream wedding. We need a lot of votes to win, so if you haven’t already voted, please take a few seconds to do so! Vote for us here.
EDIT: If you’ve voted for us, you can now enter our giveaway to win a stunning embroidered necklace from Marañón, a featured seller on Etsy. Enter here.
1. Squirrel Groom Cake Topper from Melabo
2. Necklaces from The Vamoose — These would make lovely gifts for ladies in the wedding party, no?
3. Gray and Royal Blue Hat from Behida Dolic
4. Gold Paper Bowl from Up In The Air Somewhere – On the reception tables, filled with small pebbles and a tea light. Might need to see how flammable they are though…
5. Pink Petals Dress from Sarah Seven — I must have a Sarah Seven dress in my life!
6. Silvery Sash/Headband from Little White Dresser
7. Light Shades from Nice — I’m in love with these. In LOVE!
8. Custom Couples Portrait from Tuesday Mourning — To go on the Save the Date cards.
9. Teacup and Silverware Windchime from Reclaimed Designs — For the wind to make sweet music as we celebrate our sweet love. Eew! Sappy.
10. Tiny Twig Pencils from alliebeans — To sign the guestbook.
11. Silk Tie from Tie One On — For the groom. Obv.
12. Custom Tiny Text Bowl from Paloma’s Nest — Instead of those froofy little ring pillows.
1. Silk Pleated Collar Dress from Amanda Archer — A possible bridesmaid dress.
2. We Make Sense Poster from Things by bubbo-tubbo — I want to have this printed on rectangles of cotton (preferably recycled or eco-friendly material) for reusable napkins that our guests can take home.
3. White Gold Band from One Stone New York — Made from recycled gold by the same artisan who made my engagement ring.
4. Multi-color Flag Necklace from Scout Holiday — Not sure who would wear this yet… I just had to include it.
5. Vintage Ledger Seals from Kis for Calligraphy — For sealing all the “Thanks for the gift” letters.
6. Big Dots and Bunting Teapot from Ninainvorm — Because you gotta offer your guests a little after-dinner cup of tea, right? Really, I want all the plates to be from Nina, too.
7. Small to Tall Containers from Jfish Designs — Picture these filled with mismatched wildflowers 
8. Triangular Laced Necklace from Marañón — I gotta temper that dainty, sweet wedding dress with a little bit of spice!
9. Porcelain Tiles from Ashley G
10. Cupcake Stand with Bird Bell Jar from Whitney Smith Pottery
11. Porcelain Pie “Tins” from Lorena Barrezueta — We’re thinking the food will be “picnic fair”, so I think these would make cute serving dishes for the potato salads and such.
12. Victoria Cake Stand from My Cake Stand
Today I Love: Repurposed Teacups
If you ask me, “teacup light fixture” is just another term for “cluster of pretty”.
above: { Teacup Lights } { Design* Sponge }
Make a home for a tiny plant!
Teacup pincushions make sewing FANCY!
above: { teacup pincushion for my mom } { Fit for a queen }
Good for drinking tea and being incognito.
above: { Mustache Teacups }
I’m a big fan of these little lovelies. My spunky friend Amy sent me some easy to follow directions for making teacup candles! Should I share with you? (Maybe later!) And Brian’s sis Carlie bought me a teacup ring holder from Who Made It for my birthday. I love love love it!
above: { teacup candles } { teacup ring holder
Turn a collection of teacups and saucers into a giant hanging sculpture! Yeah. I’ll do that this weekend… (jk!)
above: { teacup art }
Tiny puppy in a teacup? So adorable I could faint! Human baby in a teacup? Creepy. Quit doing that, people.
above: { Puppies Will Sleep Anywhere } { Baby C in the Teacup }