Fab Finds #11 - time for organising...!

Lacquer nesting bowls from The Best Things

I made a " Let's get Organised " Etsy treasury recently (I haven't really been finding any time to make any for a while, and so when I found I actually had a little spare time, I enjoyed spending it making this),

... these finds are inspired by this treasury  :o)

French tin from get smitten

Vintage Hand Painted Basket by Vintage Zen

 

I don't knit or crochet, but if I did I would SO want one of these!

Lovebird Yarn Bowl from Darielle's Clay Art 

vintage-extra-large-japanese-tea-crate from Haven Vintage

Fab Finds #10 - Dream Sweetly

Hi there,
today it's cold, I'm tired, it's monday.... and I was feeling rather "blah' but I was just given a huge lift thanks to coming across a posting on facebook, about a painting given as a gift...

Dream Sweetly Acrylics on canvas

78 x 60 inch

So, NOW I am inspired by one the most wonderful paintings I have ever seen!
It was painted by Tinniegirl (aka Cathy Kirwan) as a surprise birthday gift for her friend Curlypops (aka Cam).
Thus my latest 'fab finds' from Etsy are in the spirit of this painting, be it reminiscent of the lovely name, the happy /hot colours or the fabulous abstract floral theme...

colour wheel necklace byTamar

Banksy Poster from Davidsphotography

Felt and Button Festival Bracelet- Pinata Picante by PoorRobin

Junk Mail mixed media canvas by Jill Reister

Citrus Soleil Messenger bag by The Pokey Rose

Coral Dreams corsage brooch by Vivid Spirit

I'm now off to collect Mr.6 from school, and on my
return, I'm really hoping to set the boys up with a
 crafty (yes, pun absolutely intended! teehee!)
 creative activity, as I am feeling
in the mood to make some more of these.

{ie. my Graffiti Flowers, embellishments made from
found papers, such as security envelopes, junk mail, and pages from
old forlorn vintage kids books! You can find
them in my shop here.}



Finally, let's just take a look at another of Cathy's 
wonderful paintings...


Ohh, how I wish she were MY best friend and I too had such a painting gracing MY wall!! :0}

Untitled {as yet}

Acrylics on canvas

30 x 30 inch

Have a great week My Dears,

Sally x0x

Fab Finds #9 ~ RAINY DAYS!

Cloudy Rainy DayNecklace by Joy Peck Joy

It's raining it's pouring, the Old man is snoring (actually he's not, he's in the kitchen making lunch for the munchkins, whilst I work!!) hehe.

But, YES, it's raining all right, and raining and raining and raining. So, in actual fact it's a great time for me to sit and catch up with things, including preparing for a craft fair and a birthday party (more on both events later on!)

Whilst I get on with creating, sorting, packing etc, I thought you could enjoy these rainy day inspired lovelies I found on Etsy.

I love the concept of no matter the weather, you bring your own sunshine as denoted in Penny Wishes print (below)!! 

So true!

Rain or Shine Print Set by Penny Wishes

Rain or Shine Print by Vicininty Studio

April Showers Paper Pack

enjoy your day, whatever the weather!


Sally xox

Fab Finds #9

Aren't these earrings fabulous?! (I just treated myself to a red pair!).

'shiny-hearts-earrings' in blue & sterling silver


These are from the delightful Italian Etsy shop KOSMIKA owned by lovely lady called Laura!

 She lives live in Perugia, in the middle of the green and beautiful Umbria, in central Italy.

 in a small apricot-orange house, just out of town and loves sewing, knitting, messing with paper and glue and anything that is creative and can make herself and other people happy.
Here's a couple more pics of her work...

love,
 Sally xox

Fab Finds #8

Hello. How are you today?

I just came across this brilliant and beautiful item in one of my favourite eye-candy Etsy shops.
Plum Pretty Sugar

Jewelry/Cosmetic Bloom. Darling Jardin Bleu.

I have also been admiring this gorgeous creation for quite some time...

Kimono Style Robe. Knee Length. Silk Road Sweet.

pretty, yes??! The fabric this robe is made from is just so lovely... ♥

I'll be back soon to catch up more, but for now enjoy these pretties.
take care,
Sally xox

Fab Finds #5

There are so many beautiful things on Etsy and the internet in general that I come across every day.
That I covet every day  : )

Dear Santa, (if you happen to be reading this)
I would love these! (I have been good. Honestly, I have!!)

'From Italy with Love' purse in aqua - by Rosie's Armoire



Paris, Je T'aime, Fine Art 8x10 Photography Print - by Metroline 6

Recycled Map Origami Kusudama Ornament - by GrannyPantyDesigns



I have a 'thing' for vintage globes, this one is from Bella Lulu


You might gather from my picks that I have a lust for travel. I have travelled quite a bit, but there are so many more places I'd like to visit: Prague, Tibet, Peru, Brazil, Cambodia and Cuba to name but a few...
And what about YOU, where would you love to go??

Sally xox



Fab Finds #4

I just love this! ♥

                                     Red Umbrella -- 3D Wall Art by Gosh & Golly on Etsy.

"Rainbow-colored raindrops fall from the clouds above a little red umbrella in this adorable 3D wall art.

 Each piece of the wall art is separate from the others allowing you to hang them on the wall and

arrange them however you want and can be moved as often as you like.

They add texture and dimension to the wall and are the perfect touch in a nursery,

child's room, or playroom."