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This is a great example of art that is also functional – and since it’s also upcycled, it’s like the best of both (all) worlds.
Is that not great? It’s fabulous looking – interesting, funky, and modern. And hey, you don’t have to lose your keys anymore!
And best of all, it’s upcycled – it started life as bits and pieces, wood, and a discarded bicycle gear. I found it at Winterwoman Designs on Etsy. Jean, the artist, has some fabulous jewelry, home decor and kinetic sculpture, most made with recycled and upcycled bicycle parts, and all made with skill and artistry. Check out her shop, you’ll thank me!
And your keys will have a handsome new home 🙂
This is a pretty, almost petite jewel set – perfect for a bridesmaid or whenever you want just a hint of sparkle 🙂
See what I mean? These glass jewels aren’t loud or in-your-face. They’re delicate and lovely. The oval pendant is just 3/4″ x 1/2″ – perfect on a delicate chain, maybe with a small added cluster of pearls or sparkling little beads. The earring jewels are sweet teardrops, just 5/8″ long.
You can wear these anytime – and dress them up or down. This is just the kind of thing to make for yourself or a gift – it’ll go with everything.
Yes, they’re available in my Etsy shop 🙂
Okay, first, as fast food goes, Subway’s probably my favorite. A BLT on whole wheat – no mayo, no sauce, just lots of lettuce, tomato, and bacon for flavor. Yummy and not totally decadent. And then, to make me love the place more, I found this on Pinterest.
It’s from a Buzzfeed page, 21 pictures that will restore your faith in humanity. Sometimes we need to see these.
I don’t know which Subway restaurant this was, and it was probably only once. Maybe. Or maybe they made that offer every Friday. I don’t know. But they did it, and think how good it made them feel. Not the people who ate there (I hope there were lots) – but the people who work there, and made the sandwiches, and shared in this. It feels good to help, even if it’s only a little, even if it’s only once in a while, even if it’s only a sandwich.
Sometimes we need to remember that.
We were talking about dresses the other day – how they should be good-looking, and comfortable, and wearable for work (usually) and even for everyday, they should have a pizzaz. Also they shouldn’t cost a fortune. Also they should, preferably, be vintage, because that’s just better.
And! Here we are:
See, I told you true: this is a fabulous dress! Feminine – but not fussy. Great with flats or stilettos. Year round.
You’ll find it at Olivia’s Butterfly, a vintage shop on Etsy. And it is filled with wonderful goodies. Affordable. Wearable. You can tell that just by the pics and the staging: Kayla, the shop owner, knows how to show her items, how to photograph them and how to tell you about them. She tells it like it is, flaws if there are any, and her prices are major reasonable.
This is a find. You will want to visit this shop and bookmark it, and remember it when you’re shopping for yourself or for gifts.
Because this dress? could take you anywhere. A club. Dinner. Church. Paris. Seriously.
And such a find! it’s not new. It’s got history. It’s gorgeous.
And yes, it’s not in perfect condition – there is tarnish – and a dent. This wouldn’t interfere with its function – and to me, doesn’t interfere with its beauty, either. This happy little teapot has character. How cool if we can give it more life, and let it into ours.
I found it over at Ratty and Catty over on Etsy – and by the way, with a name like that, I’m already inclined to love the place. But I don’t need to be inclined – they’ve got some yummy vintage treasures for the home and for you. And they ship worldwide, which not every vintage shop does.
They also give clear photos and details about the condition of each piece. That is such a valuable trait! And hey – the aforementioned teapot even comes with its own trivet, to protect your pretty little coffee table. (It’s vintage too, right?)
Love!
Now this is what I call a terrific bag. It’s vintage – which you know is a major plus in my book. It’s a versatile, go-with-everything color – even when it doesn’t match (and who wants to be matchy-matchy anyway?) it looks good.
It’s super affordable. It’s roomy without being so huge it’s going to be too heavy to enjoy.
I found this great bag over at Rocky Springs Vintage. Not only does the owner, Gail, have some fabulous finds – and she really does – but her tagline is “We are all about rescuing, preserving and recycling.”
You know I love that! And you do too. And you are going to love her shop!
One of the prettiest new combinations in my Etsy jewelry supplies shop! These glass jewels make perfect Do-it-Yourself earrings for hmm….. your bridesmaids? Your homecoming dance? Just because?
Yeah, that’s the ticket. Just because. Add a pair of earwires and you’re good to go. And they cost you less than $5.00. And you can have them set in golden or patina brass, too. So: easy to use, inexpensive, and available in other colors for that matter. If you ever wondered why to DIY – well, that’s why.
Plus – pretty, girly, feminine. Those are good reasons too 🙂
P.S. Sapphire blue – September birthstone – just sayin 🙂
This isn’t a new idea – but the picture is such a clear (and pretty) illustration of what we can do for cheap or even free, I wanted to share 🙂
I’m not sure if this was a recycled drawer or tray – I found the pic on Pinterest but when I clicked through, the link was dead. (If it’s your pic, let me know, please? so I can give you credit!)
But the idea is clear. Cut cardboard to make dividers for a shallow drawer or tray or box. I’m in favor of the box – it’ll probably be free.
Spray paint the whole thing white or some other color you love. I’d polyurethane it, after – to make sure it’s waterproof. Let it dry. Let it dry some more.
Place your jewelry in the little compartments. Stick the whole thing in a drawer. Presto: organized storage. Practically free. Win!
I’ve discovered a wonderful vintage shop! Take a look at these adorable vintage brass bookends – and click through to the shop (I’ll wait).
You can tell a lot about the quality of a shop just from the pics. The attention to detail (can you see the item clearly, are the pics informative as well as eye-catching). Then read the comments that previous customers have written – in this case, glowing and detailed.
Kemble Richards is run by a mother and daughter duo and you can tell they love what they do – the great finds, the great pics, the great customer service. This is the kind of shop we want to find, and covet, and visit when birthdays and holidays come around.
And: brass duck bookends. They’re fabulous *and* functional. Love!
This glass (rhinestone) jewels set has been super popular lately – I think because it’s a rich color that looks good year round, and it probably doesn’t hurt that amethyst is the ‘color of love’ 🙂
And hey. Beautiful vintage jewels in an easy-to-use pendant and earring jewels set – add a chain, add earwires, and you’re good to go? This is a win!
Yes they’re available in my Etsy jewelry supplies shop. But you knew that 🙂
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Jewelry and Accessories
Vintage, Recycled, Upcycled!
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