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Tuesday, April 9, 2013

The Marketplace: Your Shopping Place

Hello and Happy Tuesday!

Lot's of fun Spring-y items last week.

I hope you all know how hard it is for me to look at all these great links each week. (tough job, someone has to do it...) I shop just like the rest of you and always seem to find something I ~~want~~ need. There's always something fun and new to check out. Remember, this linky stays live all week, so be sure and come back by to visit in these next few days, as new items are shared. (wouldn't want you to miss out!)

Most of us know Rosemary from VillaBarnes and love all her beautiful and creative designs of remade and refurbished vintage goods. She specializes in wonderful "finishes" on wood and metals, and these amazing filigree crowns have been one of her latest endeavors.

Salvaged Metal Crown with Rusty Finish

from VillaBarnes

This adorable Vintage Aqua Wooden Stool from Gizmo and HooHa would be perfect in any vintage kitchen or used out on the potting bench.

Rita from Siciliared, always creates wonderful jewelry.
Her Faith Hope Love Stamped Charm
would be beautiful on a ribbon, chain, or even leather cord.

We've seen these vintage bed springs, used in so many fun ways.
Here's a Set of 4 Rustic Bed Springs from Miss Nannies Attic.

Perfect for Spring,

this Women's Ruffled Infinity Scarf

from Jill at Sew a Fine Seam.

Today, Rose from Rosekraft is in the Sponsor Spotlight. She has such wonderful antique die-cuts that she frames beautifully for that special addition for your home this Spring.

Rosekraft

I always love her beautiful birds!

Victorian Spring Bird

Victorian Framed Birds and Nest

And perfect for a special Mother's Day gift,

this Mother's Day Framed Die Cut

thanks Rose!

If you have an Etsy Shop or Online Boutique please come link up to three items. You don't have to have a blog to join in, but if you do, please grab the image below to place somewhere on your sidebar, just to let all your readers know about this shopping venue. The more who know, the more shopping fun!! Please remember this linky is live all week, and for items that are FOR SALE ONLY.

So glad you're joining in!

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Tea Cup Garden

Do you ever need a little gift in a hurry...

Something that's sweet and thoughtful and not fussy?

Just take a minute and put together a Tea Cup Garden

It's so easy to pick up orphan cups, sugars, and creamers when your out at the fleas. They usually are just a few dollars, and when combined with a little green plant or posie they convey a sweet and thoughtful sentiment.

I always like to give my girlies a little something for Easter, and since they aren't fans of candy, I try to come up with something that they can enjoy beyond the moment.

I found these little pint sized creeping figs, but in a pinch you could just divide a little Swedish or English Ivy, Angel Vine, or any houseplant that you may have on hand. Grabbing a little moss from a shady outdoor spot works too. Just make sure not to over water, since there isn't any drainage. A little something living and green that will brighten any windowsill or counter.

I have this one sitting on an iron pedestal with a bunny box

on the buffet in the Dining Room.