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dear santa…

 

 

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In the event that Santa (aka mr. fleurishing, or anyone else who has the urge) needs gift ideas for moi, voila. Keep in mind this list runs the gamut from affordable to dreaming. Those who know me well won't be surprised…I've always had champagne taste. Not always a champagne budget, ha! I must mention the image, from Miracle on 34th Street…it is one of my all-time favorite movies. I happen to share the name of the little girl, which I only recently learned!

 

*Western Electric 302 vintage phone in ivory (affordable option-reproduction)

*Aigle wellies…the Parcours Lady in brown to be exact

*Echo touchscreen gloves (which seem to be soldout everywhere, sigh)

*Lace necklace by White Owl on etsy

*An old-fashioned  bicycle with a basket, like this one!

*Framed quotes by Natural Curiosities

*A terrarium from Terrain, or a gift certificate so I can take the workshop & make my own ;)


girly gift guide…

 

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This girly gift guide is focused on supporting small business…join the movement!


for the francophile…anything from the shop of  little brown pen

for the cook…an heirloom apron from ice milk aprons

for the animal lover…personalized dish by sunshine ceramics

for the decor diva…paper issue of lonny mag 

for the romantic…anything from the shop of brookish

for the foodie…sweet treats from whimsy and spice

for the bibliophile…iconic book cover t-shirts by out of print

for the eco-chic…sachets from hammocks & high tea

for the hostess…a vintage find from high street market

for the fashionista…a flower pin (or anything) by emersonmade

for the audiophile…embroidered lyrics by chez sucre chez

for the mom to be…a nesting gift certificate!! (shameless self-promotion)


my teddy twin

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This past weekend I attended the Design Sponge event at Terrain, and had the pleasure of meeting Grace Bonney. I have to admit, I was filled with dorky, giddy excitement. Not only for the reasons we all know, but for a personal one as well. When Anthology shared a preview of their magazine online, I nearly fainted when I turned to page 23. There sat MY teddy bear…the treasure of my childhood! I couldn’t believe my eyes-I had never seen another one like him. And yet there he was, staring back at me, just as sweetly worn and loved as mine. I immediately tweeted this revelation, and Grace responded, with just as much amazement as me! Neither of us could believe it. At the event, I introduced myself as her “teddy twin”, and to my delight, she immediately knew who I was. Webby & Teddy…the lost twins…!!

I have been an avid reader of her blog for years now, and have such admiration for her creativity, entrepeneurial spirit, and business sense. Her blog continues to inspire me, in so many ways. As a small business owner, her Biz Ladies series has provided such great advice, tips, and even comfort at times. I have also been more inclined to attempt more difficult DIY projects! It was fabulous to hear her speak about her upcoming book, and she shared some juicy sneak peeks and behind the scenes anecdotes. It’s going to be hard to wait until next summer/fall to buy it! In the meantime, I will continue to adore her, and her blog!