quick flower craft:

So this is really old but I forgot I had these pics! These were some behind the scene pictures for our photo workshop. Ruby came over to my place and since we are getting the carpet's replaced soon, I said they could just make a mess all over because it won't matter soon! So Ruby made the name tags, Linda cut out programs and tied up the gift packs, and I took the girls on a little walk. I gave them little leftover containers I had from succulents and we went flower picking!

or as True so cleverly named it, "flower trick or treating" ;)

Soul got a hold of the stamp pad (actually captured it in that first photo)

and her fingers were covered in blue!

So we got back and then decorated the little flower pots. We used washi tape, streamers, lace, colored pens - it was a lot of fun!

Ruby's girls are just so precious. Sometimes when I am around Ruby and her girls, I'm think, "I really want kids!!" but then when I talk to Nick, I come back to reality and realize I am really not ready. But is anyone ever really ready to have kids? Plus Ruby is like a super-human-mom and manages it all, it's inspiring.

Vintage pop-up shop September SALE:

The sales have been so fun, I've decided to do a pop-up shop September sale! Go to the eventbrite page to RSVP and get all the info. It's Saturday, September 24th - from 9:00-1:00. I'll be solo this time, no other vintage friends will be at this sale :/ But it'll still be fun, promise!

The first 50 rsvp's will receive a little gift from me. Actually, if you've come to any of the sales in the past, just tell me which one if you come & you'll get a gift too!

There will be lots of (new/old) vintage goodies, tons of $1/$3 stuff, and oh hello friend goods! The set up will actually be like a real shop too, so it'll be good stuff :) Hope to see you there!

swoon:

Haven't done a swoon in a while.. so many lovely things out there!

Hope you enjoy today's round up!

Card extras that were included for Dottie Angel's book, via papier valise

This campaign "Snail Mail my email" from Cargo Collective ended just a couple weeks ago but I really love what it was all about. It's inspiring to try to think of outside-of-the-box ideas like this.

via Create Kindness

Really loving this photo!

(photo source unknown / found via fill your well)

Another inspiring idea: a baguette vending machine! Just love this. image via wanderplex

via stephmodo

Button holder diy from Martha Stewart

via a typical a

Cross stitch iPhone case from Connect Design

via Cafe Cartolina

Love Painted Flatware, from a fabulous fete

Decoupaging with lace diy from Urban Comfort

via Cafe Cartolina

Swooning over this texture fashion from sidewalk ready

Chic desk accessory photo styling from Anna Lilja

via Parcel Post

good cheer deal, Pangea Handmade:

Hello there! Back from my week blogging break with another new deal from Pangea Handmade - lots of lovely jewelry that you can choose from with this voucher deal.

Item: $24 for $40 voucher for anything from Pangea Handmade!

Retail Price: $40

Good Cheer Price: $24

To purchase this deal, click the PAYPAL - BUY IT NOW button below!

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- 75 vouchers available!

- This deal is open to all countries!

- Voucher valid only at Pangeahandmade.com - not be redeemable in Etsy shop.

- Voucher code will be emailed to buyer within 24 hours of purchase

to the email address on Paypal account.

- Free worldwide shipping on all jewelry orders!

- Please be sure to visit Pangea Handmade and support!

- Click the 'buy now' button to purchase this deal. Use your paypal

account to make payment directly to seller and enter your shipping

information. Then your good cheer will be on it's way!

- If the 'buy now' button is no longer working, it means the item is sold out.

good cheer deal, Olive Manna:

Another wonderful deal from the lovely Olive Manna! Your choice of 3 items:

Item #1: Goodie Bag - Small
Retail Price: $20
Good Cheer Price: $12 w/free domestic shipping (international: $5)

Small good bag contents: 5ea Shipping Tags, 5ea Kraft Tags, 5ea White Coin Envelopes, Assorted Clothespins, Small Doilies, Assorted Seals, Jute Mini Spool, 20 Twist Ties in Kraft and Stripes, Cedar Pointe Pencil

Item #2: Goodie Bag - Large
Retail Price: $70
Good Cheer Price: $40 w/free domestic shipping (international: $5)

Large goodie bag contents: Fruit of the Spirit Print (5x7), 5ea SM+MD Brown Paper Bags, 5 SM Newsprint Bags, 5ea Glassine Bags, 1ea Cloth Bags, Assorted Seals + Holes, Kraft Masking Tape, Muslin Fabric Ribbon, Jute Mini Spool, Air Mail Mini Spool, Assorted Vintage Buttons, Small + Medium Doilies, "This little light" Pencil Set, 5 assorted Wood Tags

Item #3: Single Iron Hook or Iron "S" Hooks
Retail Price: $2.25– $9.50
Good Cheer Price: 50% off whichever hooks you choose!


Pictured above: Large Goodie Bag & Single Iron Hook


To purchase this deal, click the PAYPAL - BUY IT NOW button below!
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Product Options

Small Bag $12.00 Large Bag $40.00 Single Iron Hook $4.75 Small S-Hook $1.25 Large S-Hook $4.25

- 15 large packs and 20 small packs available.

- Ready to ship immediately!

- This deal is open to all countries! Domestic shipping is free andinternational shipping is only $5!

- Please be sure to visit Olive Manna and support!

- Click the 'buy now' button to purchase this deal. Use your paypal
account to make payment directly to seller and enter your shipping
information. Then your good cheer will be on it's way!

- If the 'buy now' button is no longer working, it means the item is sold out.

poppies for grace:

I got a this lovely submission from Bria - and immediately had to post it! The products from Poppies for Grace are so beautiful and I especially love the photo styling for everything. Poppies for Grace has now expanded shipping to usa and is offering 15% off all orders! Just use coupon code: "hellousa" at checkout! I will leave you with more pretty pictures to inspire you today:

guest post - top 5 diy projects:

Today's guest post comes from B for Bel, who submitted her top five favorite diy projects! Enjoy, and happy friday!

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It seems to be a rising trend now for people to build everything inside their homes. I am starting to realize that just about everything can be saved and re-used into something else. Pretty soon, we are all going to start constructing our own houses of straw, sticks and bricks!

I am loving this creative movement and I hope that it is here to stay. It brings a much more sentimental quality to people's homes and also, perfect ice breakers if you're an awkward guest :) Here are some of my favorite DIY items of the week.

1. DIY Lightbulb Vases

I saw these a couple of months back and am still gaping at them despite having looked at them a million times consecutively. Where do I even start? Oh, the simplicity, the creativity, the brilliance!

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2. DIY Anthropologie Teacup Lamp Replica

One of my favourite DIY projects of all time. I dare say the replica is even better (to me) than the original!!! I love how there's a fun mixture of colours and patterns, making it stand out even more.

3. Of The Meadow Yard Stakes Vase

Not exactly a DIY project since these are selling for $68 at BEHLDN, but I think it's simple enough to replicate. It can really bring a rustic, back-to-nature quality to the home if done well.

4. DIY: Mini Doily-print Bowl

The beauty of this project is in its absolute simplicity. I know, I know, I already said that about the others, but this one just takes the cake. Inexpensive, beyond easy and looks a million bucks.

5. Hammered Spoon Place Card

Your guests are going to remember you for life for this. At least I would. Beautiful and intricate, this is the most creative place card I have seen thus far. The leaf ribbon on it is just the perfect finishing touch to a fancy, sentimental get-together.

Yellow Week:

Guess what I thought of while I was at Creative Conference for Entrepreneurs! Having a whole entire week dedicated to: yellow! Well, you do know I am simply obsessed with this color. So I thought, why not have a week of it. At these sort of conferences, they really get you inspired and pumped up with new ideas. I think many of you like yellow! If you aren't a fan, I am determined to get you to love it ;)

So anyway. You are probably wondering what will yellow week consist of. Well, there will be a yellow (online) pop-up shop, lots of yellow inspiration, deals, diy, and lots more! You won't want to miss yellow week, so be sure and join us on September 19th for lots of yellow fun.

(ps: if you want to see something specific or have any ideas for features for yellow week, let me know! Definitely open to taking suggestions!)

guest post - betsy & iya:

Received this submission from Modish and I love seeing store fronts and how people display their items so I had to share. Also love that this couple gets to work together, and they live in Portland - 2 things I would love to do! Be sure to read the advice at the end of this article too, I so appreciated it .. I tend to be a big chicken when it comes to taking risks but how can we get anywhere if we don't just go for it, right? :) Enjoy!

Betsy & Iya is run by Betsy, and her husband Will- they just moved from a 289sf box to this beautiful new shop in a vibrant NW Portland neighborhood. It's an old cinema building that is full of charm and character, with brick and huge windows that let the light pour in. When Betsy saw it was for lease, her heart jumped and they made the quick decision to just go for it and branch out from just jewelry, into a full boutique! She and Will spent weeks repainting and remodeling the space into what you see now- and Will built all the cool shelving and rope structures you see!

Beyond just her signature style jewelry, she's brought in a range of clothing and lifestyle goods from other indie designers she admires, that she discovered at craft shows or on her crazy cross-country roadtrips. She says, "I'm stocking only independent artists and designers who make a refined product that I find beautiful in some way...every piece in my shop speaks to me, and because of that, there's a cohesion, a unique perspective, one that you'll only find here." There's gorgeous hand-painted blouses, locally made dresses and tees, leather pouches, art and letterpress cards, candles and perfume, shaving supplies for the guys- she even just added a great new lingerie section!

The boutique is upfront and Betsy and her assistants still hand-make all the Betsy & Iya jewelry in the little mint green studio in the back of the shop. Having started this business nearly four years ago, their story is proof of how hard-work and determination really do pay off. Betsy says her secret to success is to follow her gut and just JUMP- especially if it terrifies you. You have to get out there and make it happen!

Really loved seeing Nan Lawson's work at this shop too, go Nan!