New Item: "Party Animal" Pinata Bull Figurine

Check out my new addition: a pinata bull, hand-sculpted from polymer clay and painted with acrylic colors in a mix of pink, green, and gold .  The perfect little gift for a celebration.  Ole!



For more fiesta fun, check out my Mexico Magico! post for a Mexican-themed wedding.

New Items: Cake Toppers for New Year's Eve

Having a New Year's Eve party?  New in the shop are cake toppers are ready to ring in 2013! 

  

"New Year's Eve" (left) is two-tiered set in a mix of black, white with silver dots, gold, a black and white print, and a star print.  "Champagne Toast" includes a champagne floral, black with gold dots, a black print, cream, and taupe floral.

Treasury Time: A Book-Themed Wedding

 

 You swoon over Shakespeare, he prefers Hemingway...a book-themed wedding is such a wonderful idea for a couple who are literary types. I love the color scheme of antique black and white (like a well-worn book), with playful additions of blush and pink.  It's such a great way to mix up classic with modern, with place cards in hand-written calligraphy, butterflies settled on vintage typewriters, and paper heart garlands.  Stacks of books and pink roses would be just right for the centerpieces, with the names of your favorite titles or authors used in place of table numbers. 

 

I made some really great finds here, some of my favorites being the hand painted white twig pencils to give as favors (tie on tags with different book quotes), and a guest book with library cards from the Binding Bee - each guest signs their own card, then tucks in back into the little envelopes in the book.  It's happily ever after with this love story! 

 

Vintage 50s Couture Moc... twinheartsvint... $198.00	Steampunk Vintage Tab C... velvetmechanis... $19.00	Personalized Ribbon 10 ... TheLonelyHeart $25.25	she daydreams in pink (... SusannahTucker $30.00
Antique Stack of Books ... bindingbee $24.00	white twig pencils - ha... inkkit $13.00	black friday etsy cyber... letterhappy $3.00	key boutonniere, unique... whichgoose $18.00
Natural Linen Ring Pill... Gardenmis $45.00	Antique Black Beaver To... NevermoreAntiq... $800.00	Sugar Bride and Groom W... andiespecialty... $39.00	string of hearts paper ... dragonflies $10.00
Slow and Deep and Golde... yvetteinufio $15.00	Literary Themed Wedding... bindingbee $160.00	Sale- Cottage Chic- Whi... amomentintyme $30.00	WEDDING PLACECARD CALLI... LetterBeOnEtsy $1.00

Literary Wedding (and photo) by Athena
 

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Treasury Time: A Day for Thanks

It's time for pumpkin pie and turkey, and of course being thankful for family, friends, and all that we are blessed with. I love the idea of simple decor, incorporating natural elements, for Thanksgiving. Included in this treasury are vintage brass candle holders, a hand-stamped serving fork, and classic linen napkins. At our home we like to use large white china platters for serving. Adorn your table with autumn colored feathers, acorns or pinecones, and a centerpiece of seasonal fruits such as pomegranates and persimmons. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving :)

 

Thanksgiving Banner (Go... stephlovesben $17.50	Thanksgiving Table Deco... FairyfolkWeddi... $10.00	Fall Decor Embroidery H... IFeltFuzzy $57.00	Thanksgiving server, T... MilkandHoneyLu... $15.00
Trio of Vintage Brass C... bhtradingco $40.00	Jumbo Acorn Ornament, P... smilemercantil... $13.50	Natural Linen napkin s... pillowlink $20.00	Autumn Thank You Cards,... HappyDappyBits $16.00
Vintage Rolling Pin Woo... labiblioteca $19.00	Going Hunting - Red and... barkdecor $42.00	White China Platter 22BayRoad $34.00	Baguette Board Cutting ... grayworksdesig... $80.00
Fruits of the Season - ... sintwister $22.00	13 Mini White Pumpkins ... paulajeansgard... $15.00	Pumpkin Ginger Sandwich... whimsyandspice $8.50	Thanksgiving Dinner Cra... ThePolkadotMag... $12.00

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I've Been Featured!: "Hello" embroidery hoop

I came across this post by Christi on the Finding Little Gems blog, which includes my "hello" embroidery hoop.  I love the soft mint green color scheme she has used here.  Thank you!!

1. Wall art by Athena and Eugenia-$20 2. Knitted collar by Sabrina Weigt-$39.67

3. Print by Shade Tree Photography-$25 4. Teacups and saucer by Love Butler Vintage-$8

New Items: Christmas Embroidery Hoops

I've just added embroidery hoops in shades of red, lime, and mint green to add some cheer to your holiday home decor! 



Hand-embroidered "merry" encircled by my favorite coral stitch, in a 4-inch hoop.




Hand-embroidered letters in this set of three 4-inch embroidery hoops spell out "J-O-Y", with the "O" encircled by a festive wreath. 

I've Been Featured!: "Hello" Embroidery Hoop in D Magazine

Yay!  My "hello" embroidery hoop (which recently sold) was just featured in D Magazine, in a lovely post on cozy autumn finds by Tracy Martin Taylor.  Thank you!

Here are the links to the featured items: 1. Autumn pillow 2. Storage baskets 3. “Hello” embroidery 4. Faux fur throw 5. Bamboo serving bowl 6.Owl canister