if we could all be so lucky to score like kristen. my goodness. this stash is just a jewelry designer's dream!!
wonder what other creative endeavors out there are fueled by flea market finds?
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
enamel and brassflowers
Friday, April 06, 2007
Thursday, April 05, 2007
unwrapping treasures
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Monday, April 02, 2007
10 reasons to give vintage
saw this on hobbyprincess and thought it was a great fit for the tales, the original list is from lulu's vintage. enjoy!
10- It is the ultimate eco-gift! No landfill packaging. No new use of resources or labor.
9- Craftsmanship. Vintage items were made out of high quality materials and feature unique design details.
8- History. You are buying an item that has proved to be fashionable throughout history.
7- History (part 2). It is fun to own something vintage and think of how a person from a whole other generation appreciated it as well.
6- Uniqueness. No chance of hitting the streets with a new scarf only to see three other people with the same one!
5- Supporting a small business. Instead of lining the pockets of big box stores, you can support an independent business owner.
4- Authenticity. Why buy rip-offs of old designs, when you can get the original.
3- Authenticity (part 2). Why buy something that has been "distressed" to look old when you can get something that has genuine patina.
2- Save some cash. Vintage items are often times much less expensive than new.
1- Don't participate in the mad rush to the mall. Vintage is easy to find off the beaten path.