Moop

I've been on the hunt for a new bag that will change my life and I think I've finally found it! (I had my hopes set on a DrikaB -but waited too long and, of course, its gone! ) So, now I need a bag by moop! This cool girl Wendy (I'm hoping that's her in the photos)makes them all by hand- in her big gorgeous studio that was converted from an old mill somewhere in western Massachusetts. I think I really just want to be her. Just look how she rocks those boots, that bike and those bags-even a hip belt! Her craftsmanship looks impeccable too-and I love her industrial chic colors! Must...hurry.... and.....pick....just....one..... Read her interview as Etsy's Featured Seller here.

The Market Bag in Provincial Blue-with adjustable strap.
I love its gi-normity! I think I've finally met my match!

The Fraulein Tote (in Rosewood)

The Fraulein Tote in Provincial Blue

The Porter in Provincial Blue
I love all the snaps!

Hip Pouch in Sage and Charcoal

The Market Bag in many colors!

Domestic-Construction- Read All About It!!

Check it out! My favorite design duo-Trish and Maureen of Domestic-Construction are the featured sellers on Etsy today! Check out their interview here!! And oh my goodness... they mentioned my blog! Thank you, guys!! I swear these two are the next Tsé & Tsé - The American -Southern version! Also-visit their swell website here. xo

Ted

Love the new Gerry!!

Madge

Ted

Doll Her Up

Here is a sampling of the colorful selection of enamel brooches and vintage curtain tiebacks from Etsy seller, Doll Her Up. I like to use the brooches on my wreaths and the tiebacks as decorative push pins. How very Martha of me. xo

My Flower Garden Vintage Enamel Pin

Double Dutch Metal Tie-Backs

Four Vintage Green Tie-Back Pins

Set Four Vintage Daisy Tie-Backs

4 red and white metal flower tiebacks

Four Vintage Curtain Tie-backs

Lime Flower Vintage Enamel Pin

The Small Object

Savannah artist, Sarah Neuburger has reinvented the clothespin doll through her cottage industry, The Small Object. Since I have weddings on the brain-here are some of her sweet designs that you can custom order for yours-you lucky duck! Also, her new Trophy Folk Tops are simply love handmade! Click on titles to be directed to her Etsy shop! xo

The Best Mom: Trophy Top Tots-sold
Such a clever idea!

The Best Dad No. 1-Trophy Top Tot

The Best Dad No. 1-side view
I love his top hat camping attire and the super
sweet campfire log detail!

The Wedding No. 2

Custom Order your own Wedding Topper!

Custom Wedding Topper No.6-sold
Love orange and blue- and the brides tiny earrings!

Bonzie

Look at these heavenly wedding accoutrements by Irish designer, Bonzie. She explains her aesthetic as a love of "all things romantic/steampunk/deconstructed/victorian/antique/vintage to name but a few!" I remember my little wedding jacket saved me on my big day- it drew everything together-made me feel covered and safe until I was ready to par-tay at the reception! {Hellooo, Pamela or Grace!!?} Visit Bonzie's design Blog here.

*ps. Grace, Thanks a million for your kind post! A feature on Design Sponge makes a girl swoon! Two girls today! And thank you too, Barb!! xoxo.

Caramel Honey Wrap

Couture Neck Adornment

Moss Green Victorian Inspired Shoulder Wrap
oooh- just went reserved!

French Vanilla Bridal Wrap

Rococco Tea Stain Bridal Wrap

Antiquated Art Bag by Bonzie

Hadley Hutton

I leave you with some lovely images of monoprint paintings by Portland, Oregon artist Hadley Hutton. xo

Walking in Monet's Garden

For The Birds

Feeding the Birds

In the Mums II

I Think My Hair Ornaments Are Flying Away

Anna Lorich

I found emerging artist, Anna Lorich via the Found Object blog (which is packed with intriguing and unusual finds!). Anna is a recent graduate of RISD and mentions that most of the work featured on her site was created in part for her MFA Thesis. Her modern and quirky interpretations of traditional designs are altogether ethereal and exquisite! Some of the these works are now available through Gallery Loupe.

Landscape Ring -front view
Plastic, resin, photograph, 14k gold.

Pillow Rings
Sterling silver, cloth, cotton, Swarovsky crystal, fine silver, enamel.

Birdie Ring
photo, resin, 14k gold, 24k gold, sterling silver, lace.

Ring Family- group shot
Some rings available here.

Landscape Earrings
Plastic, resin, photograph, 14k gold.

Pillow Brooch
Cloth, thread, 14k gold, photographs, resin, ink.

Queen Anna’s Lace- Front view
Plastic, sterling silver, resin, photograph, 14k gold, steel.

Mother Brooch with Hair Drawing
composed photograph. pencil, photograph.

Anna age 10-red hair with dress drawing
Pencil, acrylic paint, and photo.

Anna Lorich Artist Statemet
via Gallery Loupe

Jessica Jane...

makes the loveliest things with polymer clay! Through her Flickr album I've been able to catch a glimpse of what she's been creating/living/experiencing over the years. A few details- she is a real red-head (blessed people!), her first love is painting, she lives near the ocean in beautiful Monterey, California, and is married to a Marine! Visit her FLickr album or sweet blog here! I love her blog profile tag line..."I'm having an affair, with Etsy." So true... for so many...

Faux Bois Bird Necklace

Raindrops on the Windowsill Necklace

Chartreuse Tree Stump brooch

Polymer Clay Houses-coming soon! more info here

Love Life cloud brooch

Faux Bois Ring- sold piece

The Wing of a Bee Necklace-- sold piece

Custom barn replica made from polymer clay!

Custom order- more info here