Parquetry Tiles

Poppin' in to share these vintage parquetry tiles with you. They've been in the shop for a few days but I realized I hadn't shared them here and they are way too fun to be missed! The set was manufactured by Tofa of the Czech Republic.

Worry, Worry

Worry, Worry Mug at Luola


Worry, Worry by Suzanna Scott

A simple mug with a big message inspired this latest treasury. After putting the list together I indulged myself by purchasing the Worry mug. It arrived yesterday so I drank my morning cuppa out of it today and I had a lovely, worry-free day. I can attest that its reverse psychology charms worked :)

German Color Cubes

Another set of antique color cubes for the shop. This set was manufactured in Germany by SFF (at least I believe the initials indicate the company) unlike this previous set from the Embossing Company of Albany, New York. The cubes are a bit smaller in size, 7/8 inch cubes as opposed to 1 inch cubes. I'm wondering if these pre-date the Embossing Company color cube sets from the 1920's? I couldn't find any information by they do appear older than any other set I come across previously. And...I must give Lizzie credit for arranging the pinwheel design above.

Spirograph Pendants

According to my blog stats there's a whole lotta you Spirograph lovers out there. My post on Spirograph patterns over a year ago remains my most popular post to date! Anyhow, I finally snipped up the spiro-goodness and created these lovely spiro-graphic pendants. They will be trickling into the shop throughout the day today. You can view the entire selection right here. Happy March!

Interview With Red Road Designs

Scott's Porage Oats, illustration at Red Road Designs

The Scottish designer, Jay Anderson, of Red Road Designs interviewed me over the weekend. You can read the interview here on his blog and be sure to peruse Jay's entire Creative Interview series. Thank you for the fun questions Jay--I'll look forward to following along as you talk with other creative folks!

Embossed Alphabet Blocks

Playing with blocks never gets old to me and luckily I've got a job that enables this tendency quite a bit. I really enjoy photographing handsome objects such as this set of beautifully embossed alphabet blocks. I've kinda been drooling over the varied patinas on each surface so I thought I'd share several of sides of 'em.

Build-A-Picture Puzzle

Not sure how to describe this fun, build-your-own-picture with miniature pixel-like blocks vintage puzzle toy, but I guess this longish description will work since there are no markings whatsoever on the packaging. It's such a neat set and is in pristine condition which is always a plus with vintage finds like these. So...if you're in need of a gift for a creative type person on your list this year you can be sure they would love this build-your-own-picture with miniature pixel-like blocks vintage puzzle toy!

Marimekko Sheet

So excited to have snagged this vintage Marimekko sheet for Lizzie's bed from Aunt Sisters Picks on Etsy. The bold, floral graphics are soooo cheerful. Only problem is now it's kinda hard to get someone to make her bed--she really doesn't want to cover up the sheet!

Things Organized Neatly

My grocery blocks were featured on Things Organized Neatly yesterday. Oh how I love this blog by Austin Radcliffe! Yes, I've raved of it before right here. But...there are a bunch of new folks 'round here so if you've never visited this site be prepared to be sucked into the TON mindset. In no time at all you'll find yourself tweaking 'n arranging all the objects that surround you. Now that I've piqued your interest, here is a great interview that Imprint did with Austin about his blog and you don't wanna miss this article the New York Times featured earlier this year. If you need more you can take a look back at other images of things I've organized neatly here, here, here, and here. Obsession I tell ya!

Embroidery Brooches

Remember this old French embroidery book I shared with you a while back? I finally did something with it and created a handful of brooches embellished with snippets from its pages. Some are square and some round--you can take a closer look at 'em right here.

Luscious Lines

Fresh'nd Aire Electric Fan, All The Best Vintage

Wishing you a breath of fresh air on yet another hot summer day. Take a peek these Luscious Lines, a collection of my recent Etsy favorites.

I Love You Like...

"I Love You Like..." is a treasury I put together of my current Etsy favorites. The chippy pink phone is just one of many great vintage objects over at Sara Kate Studios. Enjoy!

Kolor-Blox

Another great set of design blocks from the Embossing Company of Albany, New York. First time I've come across a set of these Kolor-Blox as the Color Cube sets are a bit more common. Enjoy!

Alphabet De La Brodeuse

An old volume of embroidery patterns, Alphabet de la Brodeuse, published by the DMC library of France has come into my possession. The tiny book is chock-full of elegant lettering, monograms, and ornamental patterns. I'm sure that snippets from these pages will start appearing here 'n there in my collage pieces very soon. Enjoy!

1922 Larousse Universel

Metrique (Systeme)

Exquisite illustration plates from a 1922 volume of the French dictionary, Larousse Universel are now available in the shop. More plates will be added in the coming weeks so keep checking back. I've offered smaller versions of these from the Nouveau Petit Larousse previously but these are substantially larger at 11 1/2" x 8", including the borders. Take a peek here to view all the currently available plates.

Costume Civil


Broderie


Domestiques (Animaux)


Dessin


Decorations


Cavalerie