Spiffy

6.19.2009

flickr friday #1

1. Frame purse with black and white blooms, 2. Hitsy Parnell had in fact gained what is know as the "freshman fifteen" but neither Vickie Lowe nor Adelaide Kilgrow were going to be the ones to tell her. Spring Break of 1968, 3. Zombie Girl Painting, 4. Komfort, 5. Classic View Master, 6. gender nectar, 7. Jazz Baby With a Joni Mitchell Smile, 8. the ride home, 9. Pretty as a Present, 10. Three Seater, 11. Wall stickers : Wall Print ® Wall Decal, 12. Family Holiday, 13. just a girl, 14. Yellow Scallops Fabric, 15. Birds on chairs clasp clutch purse, 16. I Love Coffee

All of these lovely pictures are taken from the Spiffy flickr group.

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6.18.2009

uncommon goods

1. Flybrary bookshelf

2. Cassette tape scotch tape dispenser

3. Soup and Sandwich ceramic tray duo

4. Airswitch Breaker Lamp

6.16.2009

Meet Elle Moss, the brilliantly talented photographer responsible for these amazing images. My favorites are the candy colored series below. They have a surreal, technicolor film feel about them which I find utterly appealing. I've always had this dream that if I was ever put in charge of making a film (yeah, I know - that'll be the day!), I would use technicolor film and tons of brightly colored outfits. Anyway, Elle Moss' photos remind me of that dream.

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you're nothing but a pack of cards

Doppleganger 6

Doppleganger 5

Curiouser and curiouser

This next series has a darker tone, but are still whimsical and intriguing.

The Escape Artist

Flutter

Secret

6.15.2009

gifts for a not-so-typical dad

My dad doesn't wear a tie. His toolbox contains one really old hammer, a circular saw that doesn't work and some screwdrivers. He is not a fix-it-guy. He does not fish. He does not play golf. I don't know what he would do if I gave him cufflinks.

What do you do when your dad doesn't fit ANY of the stereotypes that Father's Day presents are geared towards? Browsing the circulars that came in my Sunday paper, I found nothing that would suit my pop.

I looked on etsy and added all of these items to my favorites... the handmade movement will be mad at me, though, since I finally decided to buy him tickets to see his favorite singer in concert next month instead. But if your dad is anything like my dad, he'd probably like these spiffy presents, too:

You're One of my Favorite Parents

by dressyflats

Recycled Boylan's Soda Bottle Glasses

by YAVAGlass

Writer Pin

by FaffCreations

Kurt Vonnegut Jr/

Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt

by VaJayJ

Bookshelf 16

by janemount

6.13.2009

A 1940's Summer

40's Inspired Summer Set by NoirGirl featuring Monsoon accessories

Ah, the 1940's. Travel back to a golden age of fashion with this simple (and surprisingly cheap) outfit. Walk along the beach with a handsome uniformed gentleman gallantly offering you his arm (the same gentleman whose photograph is discreetly kept inside your locket bracelet). If you have time, take a swim in the Esther Williams inspired suit. Afterward you can cover up in your lovely gingham robe and have a picnic lunch on the sand. Don't forget the picnic basket!

Esther Williams Inspired Bathing Oufit by NoirGirl featuring Norma Kamali

6.12.2009

UO accessories love

Deena & Ozzy Striped XL Wrap

I love the idea of summer scarves, there is just something so breezy and lovely about them. This one is at the top of my summer scarf wish list. The best thing about summer scarves? Lightweight, cool alternative to a jacket, but will still keep you warm when you go in the frozen food aisle at the grocery store.

Message in a Bottle Necklace

The note inside reads "How much do I love thee, Let me count the ways" but it looks to me like the cork can come off to add your own note. Either way, it's a beautiful, romantic necklace. Reminds me of the message-in-a-bottle letter service offered by Jessica at Miniature Rhino. (By the way, Jessica did the most fantastic custom embroidery for my parents anniversary this year. Click here to see it...)

Plumage Washed Tote

I purchased this last November (before it was on sale... darn!) and it is THE. BEST. BAG. EVER. Trust me, this bag is amazing. It is the perfect size- not too big, not too small. It has long enough straps to fit over bulky coats in the winter, but it's straps are thin and summery enough to go with sleeveless dresses in the summer. I'm actually contemplating buying a second one as backup now that it's on clearance... that is how good this bag is!

6.11.2009

FancifulForm

White Rose Ring

Lauren Knuckles' hand sculpted jewelry is a joy to behold. Each perfect but unique little piece is a lovely surprise, begging you to add it to your wardrobe of accessories. Her pieces remind me of vintage Bakelite jewelry from the 1940's, something I've always adored.

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