The Shopping Sherpa: Ecru & Little Creatures Too

I imagine these items would befit a slightly-eccentric, hippie-esque cat lady. You know who I’m talking about; there’s one in every neighborhood. She proudly displays custom portraits of her pets and wears the same eyeglasses she’s worn since age 30. Her hair is unkempt, with a few fake flowers stuck here and there, and in her spare time, she makes tiny stuffed animals out of old sweaters and little buttons she finds on the ground. And these cat ladies, their names always begin with “Crazy”. As in “Crazy Kathy, who lives down by the laundry mat”. Oddly enough, this is the future I envision for myself. I’m not afraid.

Clockwise from top left: { Vintage Cat Eye Frames from Vintage 50s Eyewear }  { Nature Girl Halo from Mignonne }  { Double Pet Portrait from Sarah McNeil }  { A Very Young Calf from Every Eskimo }

Out & About: Louisville, Kentucky Pt. 4

Ok, last post about Louisville. Scout’s honor. I just couldn’t wrap-up our trip coverage without mentioning all the sweet vintage swag I picked up! If you’re ever in Louisville—and you should be, one day—go to The Nitty Gritty…

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The Shopping Sherpa: Wishin’ & Hopin’

The sunny days and flower lined-sidewalks have put a spring in my step (you love my puns. stop cringing.) but my attitude isn’t the only thing feeling lighter.  With so many bright and sunshiny designs popping up on Etsy, it’s hard to keep my wallet from floating away. (aside: I just learned that “sunshiny” is an actual word.  in the dictionary and everything.  learning feels good when it involves words like “sunshiny”.  don’t believe me?  say it out loud.)  My wish list is growing faster than a baby sea turtle near a nuclear plant.  In fact, it’s so complex that I’ve broken the items down into categories: “Wish”, “Want” and “Will actually buy”.  Can you guess which of the items above have made it to this last category?  If you said, “not the ones with the triple digit price tags,” you’d be right!  But a gal can dream…

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The Shopping Sherpa: Decant THIS!

Brian is right.  Decanting things is hella fun.  What’s my favorite thing to decant, you ask?  Chocolate milk.  Obv.

ROW 1:  Vintage Milkglass Decanter from Haven Vintage; Modern Crystal Decanter from ivgStores; Three Vintage Decanters from She Sits By The Seashore

ROW 2:  Vintage Decanter and Mini Shot Glasses from Pipe & Pepper; Essential Wine Decanter from Gift Tree; Vintage Liquor Decanter from Octavia & Brown

ROW 3:  Vintage Green Decanter and Shot Glasses from Pink Dane; Duck Wine Decanter from Sur la Table; Vintage 1960′s Decanter with Two Glasses from Fire Sign Designs

The Shopping Sherpa: Jump(suit) for Joy!

If I’m not mistaken, last week’s romper posts seemed to go over well.  And really, I’m not surprised.  The very name implies fun and carefree joyousness.  So I’m continuing the theme and the inseam to bring you some happy jumpsuits — the pants version of the romper.  You love it!

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The Shopping Sherpa: Vintage Rompers

I come bearing gifts.  Vintage rompers!  As promised.  These are just a few of my faves from Etsy, but there are plenty more to choose from.  And don’t be afraid to go hunting for a bargain romper at your local thrift stores.  This isn’t a new trend, people.  The romper has been around since before you were born (probably).  Now go get your romp on!

ROW 1:  Tropical Orchids Romper from Bethakabetty; Neutral Tone Floral Romper from Vintage Grime; Peacock Floral Onesie from Natty Paint

ROW 2:  Stars in Your Eyes Romper from Bombshell Bettie’s Vintage; Khaki and Teal Romper from Beta Boutique; Cream Military Romper from Allen Company Inc.

ROW 3:  Ethnic Print Romper from Agnusdei; Apple and Velvet Romper from Bottle of Bread; Purple-Blue High Waist Romper from Ma Petite Amy

The Shopping Sherpa: Rompers

Does anything say “Spring” better than a romper?  Well, maybe birds singing and flowers blooming à la Disney Princess montage, but let’s get real.  When I think of Spring, I think of umbrellas, daffodils and rompers.  I’m ready to throw one on and go “tra-la-lah”ing down to the lake with a picnic basket full of salads (e.g. potato salad, chicken salad, fruit salad).

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The Shopping Sherpa: 9 to 5

So you’ve heard I have a new job, but you haven’t heard exactly what it is.  Well, let me quell your curiosity.  I am the new Administrative Assistant in the Office of Graduate Admissions and Services at Columbia College Chicago.  That’s a mouthful.  Think Dolly Parton in 9 to 5, but with less boob and less corporate BS to put up with.

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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.

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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