In my last post, I showed you a picture of some of the vintage trim I found in a huge old box at the Long Beach flea market. Most of the ribbon that was in its original packaging was hidden under huge tangled piles of vintage ricrac (rick rack), seam binding and ribbon. It is amazing what you can find if you are willing to dig and work a bit. Vintage ribbon and notion giveaway. Vintage ribbon and notion giveaway It took several days to sort out and wind up all the vintage trim, and separate ... View the Post
Archives for July 2009
Where Gypsies Shop
My friend Mary lives very close to Venice in California. She took us shopping on Abbot Kinney Blvd. which was definitely my kind of place~adorable shops and restaurants tucked into darling old homes. Where Gypsies Shop, first up: Tumbleweed And Dandelion. Where Gypsies Shop I knew I was going to fall in love with this sweet shop when I read owner Lizabeth McGraw's message board. I like her thinking! Pure bliss. Ooh, the chandelier! I love what she did with the ... View the Post
The Cutest Craft Studio Ever
Last Monday's post featured my friend Mary's adorable cottage bungalow. Today I am sharing her truly inspiring creative space. It is right outside the french doors of her master bedroom. The Cutest Craft Studio Ever On the way, I passed by this pretty table. Sweet happy sighs. I never thought I'd say this, but there was almost too much beautiful eye candy. Almost. :) Vintage wallpaper and great new wrapping paper. Dream? Absolutely. It's so much goodness. Let's stop ... View the Post
A Caravan of Gypsy Crafts
I had planned for this post to cover Mary's unbelievable craft studio, but I am still currently sorting through my photo's and gathering a few links. Instead, I thought I would share what I made in her awe-inspiring space. Our beautiful instructor was the truly gifted Tricia of Vintage Bliss. Each ladies album was dazzlingly different. Here is the cover of my Gypsy Boheme Voyage book. A Caravan of Gypsy Crafts. A Caravan of Gypsy Crafts I attached a ticket to the first page that provided ... View the Post
Mary, Mary quite contrary
Mary, Mary quite contrary. How does her garden grow? Quite beautifully! Mary, Mary quite contrary Coming down the street I instantly knew which house was Mary's. It was by far the most enchanting. Everywhere you look there are magical details such as this European post box. Mary is warm, gracious and above all bubbly. Would you like to come in? The front room was filled with treasures lovingly selected and placed. Every piece tells a story. The fabulous ottoman was ... View the Post
In the tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki room
Welcome to the second in a series of seaside themed crafts. I am so happy you loved the vintage boardwalk holiday gift bags. In the tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki room. This makeover is for anyone who might have a soiree to attend this summer. I always like to take along a gift for the host or hostess. Flowers and wine are always nice, but I truly love giving a gift that can be enjoyed well past the party. I thought this gift was something cool to give that can be enjoyed time and again over the ... View the Post