Ursula Arnold is a compulsive flea market shopper. A total addict. Just look at her blog, where most items on it are also for sale (like the chairs shown below). She even tells me that she’s working on moving her brick and mortar store from Tucson, Arizona (currently located in the 22nd street antique mall) over to etsy.
There are only 4 items in her etsy shop, but Ursula is busy preparing to add much more, so you’ll want to bookmark her and stay tuned because this lady has a lot of unique finds! And lots of orange, which seems to be one of her favorite colors.
Thanks Ursula for writing in and sharing!
(images from ursula)
Sion Lee from the blog Cuteable invited me to join a new social networking site that she developed called Indiepublic. It’s like MySpace for independent artists, designers, bloggers, retailers and shoppers.
They have around 620 members (as of this post), so if you fall into any of the above categories, Sion would love if you’d join too. It’s completely free of charge, so you have nothing to lose. You can watch videos that members contribute (like this gocco demo), contribute photos, post questions (like “how do I get myself out there?”) and lots more. If you’d like to link up with me, here’s my page. Congratulations to the talented Sion!
(screenshot from indiepublic)
I’m a little teacup, short and…. Irana Douer wrote to me about her hand drawn, painted porcelain teacups and they’re just lovely! The last batch she offered sold out, so if you like them, here’s the link to her web shop for more information.
These are so unique and delicate looking, they are a piece I’d definitely keep for a long, long time. Thank you Irana for the tip!
Fabulous Stationery would like to go a step further and extend their thanks to all involved in the Matching Cards to Rooms contest we just had here on decor8. Starting today until Thursday, August 17th, if you enter decor8 at checkout, you will receive a 20% discount off of your order total.
I recently ordered their Dandelion calling cards in green, in addition to my business cards, because my husband and I will be in Germany again this year for 2-3 months and need a quick card to hand out to family and friends (here and over there) so they have our German cell phone numbers, number to where we’re staying, and address. Last year, I really got tired of writing it down because I can never remember my German cell number. I just love the design, don’t you? Even my husband likes it, he already swiped a few for his wallet.
And did you see the brand new designs they have? I love the modern furniture, cactus, and the mod animals – super cute! Their designer, Trish, gives us some ideas on ways to make Fabulous Stationery work for your business or big event, ” Try CASCADE for a shower invite or OSAKA for a pretty personal note. Or use a design from the collection to promote your flower shop, clothing boutique or spa. ” Thanks, Trish!
(image from holly becker for decor8)
I was beyond thrilled to learn that Rachel Ashwell, who pioneered the whole casual bohemian look (at least here in the states) 18 years ago under the brand Shabby Chic, just launched a new collection of furniture and bedding collections. I want this entire room shown below, right down to the dreamy patchwork pillows. And have you noticed that patchwork is popping up everywhere? Oh yeah! And we love that…
Seems Rachel has been busy traveling the world to gather rugs, accessories and designs for furniture, ranging from classic to casual with a whimsical twist. There’s a little bit of an ethnic vibe going on in this collection, coupled with the California bohemian slash English traditional style she is known for. There are dining tables, coffee tables, dressers, nesting tables, etc. in different painted woods and finishes from washes to primitive stains. In addition, there’s a few new bedding patterns, a leather collection, new pillows, lighting, and vintage Turkish rugs.
I was beginning to think that Shabby Chic was losing it’s appeal (I was wrong) because I haven’t heard much from her since she launched an affordable version of Shabby Chic under the name Simply Shabby Chic at Target. Rachel isn’t about to let down her fans. Remember when she had her own show, I think it was on the Style network? I taped every episode and watched them with my girlfriends religiously every Thursday night with a bottle of wine. And though some may point to other designers as their inspiration because it sounds cooler, I openly confess that the Shabby Chic queen, Rachel Ashwell, is one of the designers that got me started down the road of mixing vintage with modern many years ago, the whole reason behind my obsession for vintage flea market finds, laid back style, and the goal of someday completing my collection of bone china. My goal is to have no plate nor cup the same. Ah, someday…
This is a duvet I had for a few years, so it’s not a new pattern by any means, it’s called wildflower (below). I picture it in a guest bedroom since I’m married now and don’t want to overwhelm my husband with girly patterns in the master bedroom. But it’s still a favorite pattern of mine because it’s so feminine and crisp, so I wanted to show it to you. I love the way it looks in this room with the tiny painting displayed over the lovely blue side table. I’d replace the lamp though with a this one from Re:found Objects hanging from the ceiling over the table. You have to mix things up!
Another staple in her collection that I’ve loved for ages is the beecroft sofa. I met Rachel in L.A. back in 2005 when I attended a tent sale she was having, she signed my book and had her photo taken with me. I was gushing like a little girl. I can’t wait to see more of her new collection, I hope she turns heads with it and that it brings the line back into the spotlight where it should be, as I’ve certainly missed seeing it in some of my favorite magazines.
Go Rachel, Go!
(images from shabby chic)
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