This weekend Poppytalk posted about some cute patchwork footstools that were featured in Canadian House and Home magazine. I, too, hearted them right away and immediately began trying to figure out where to get them.

I sadly still can’t find anywhere to buy them, but I did find a few beautiful alternatives.

Plumo large patchwork pumpkin pouf via cosy life base

Square Patchwork Box at http://www.millsonmoda.co.uk

The Grand Table Stool at Couch

Moti ari patchwork footstool at http://namaste-uk.com/

Patchwork Footstool Round Ottoman at Timbuktoo

Green Patchwork Footstool at http://www.myakka.co.uk

June 7th, 2010 | 2 Comments »

I’m still trying to get my office/studio/craft room/spare room together. I know, still??

I found all of these lovely items on Etsy and I wish to make them all mine!

- Rustic Drawer from finding fabulous

- Wall Hanging Cuckoo Clock from Decoy Lab

- Vintage Desk Lamp from InBloomFinds

- Textured Floral Print Sketchbook from Grace’s Grab Bag

- Sunset Acrylic and Chrome Ballpoint Pen from PenRush

- Wide Orange/Green Hallway Blinds from Susan Deco

- Contemplation Fine Art Print from Studio Marlene

- Vintage Staples from The Turnip Truck

- Orange Graph Memo Board from ekohdesign

May 13th, 2010 | 2 Comments »

I’m dying.

No, not really dying.  I am ecstatic!

First, a little background information.

I came up with these Lattice Ribbon Bracelets a while ago. I adored them, still do, but I was very unsure of how they would be received by people. You see, these bracelets do not have clasps. What? Yes. You simply tie the ends of the ribbons together.

Now, bracelets in general I think require some assistance to put on and take off. Yes I know of “bracelet buddies” and other little contraptions that are supposed to help, but it’s likely you will have to ask someone to assist you.  Even with toggle clasps, the easiest of clasps to maneuvre, in my opinion.  SO, I just wasn’t sure if people would take to the whole tying thing.

Am I rambling?

Ok.

So, I recently sold one of these Lattice Ribbon Bracelets to a lovely gal by the name of Amy, who informed me that she would be wearing it on the day of her wedding as an accent in her favourite colour. Love it!

I was thrilled to hear that. I mean I think all jewelry designers love to be a part of peoples weddings. It’s a very special thing. But, I was also thrilled to know that people were not put off by “no clasp bracelets”.

So I sent it off to Amy, wished her well and thanked her very much.

Then today… she sent me this.

Is Amy not the most beautiful bride ever?

She completely made my day with this. I am so thrilled to have been able to be a part of her special day.

AND I am so happy to know that she was pleased with her purchase from me. Thank you very, very much Amy!

Congratulations to you and your new hubby!

April 16th, 2010 | No Comments »

My little Echeveria succulent is growing flowers! You know what that means…

Spring has sprung!

March 5th, 2010 | 5 Comments »

I purchased at least one print for the studio.

It’s not even one of the ones I was trying to decide between, I just happened upon it. But, I’m so glad I did because I just love it!

It’s called Schismata and it’s by Justice of  Photosynthetic on Etsy, a wonderfully talented photographer from Ipswich in the UK.

The description and inspiration Justice used helped to seal the deal for me.

“Another study of a man-made surface in a state of decay and deterioration under the forces of nature, ‘Schismata’ is dilapidated paint on steel, corrosion, a lichen bloom…geometric and organic in counterpoint. Striation, erosion, disintegration, reconstruction, protection, addition…and the process of destruction over which we ultimately have no control.”

Now I must go find the perfect place for it!

{ image credit: http://www.etsy.com/people/Photosynthetic }

February 25th, 2010 | 1 Comment »

I’m looking for some new prints to go up in my new “studio” and I’ve got my eye on all of these pretties.

1. I Can Feel You Breathe by zuppa artista

2. Searching The Forest For The Trees by Umber Dove Studios

3. Tye River Road by Dolan Geiman

4. When Petals Fall Like Tiny Stars by In Most Light

Now, to choose. Etsy sellers don’t make it easy, do they?

January 29th, 2010 | 3 Comments »