tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16469665941864627412024-03-06T03:19:44.058-05:00Lulu GreySometimes, we all wish we had more money to do a little shopping for ourselves, but in today’s economy, more often then not, we end up putting down the pretty and saving our money for another day. Well, here at Lulu Grey, we believe that you do not have to trade style for financial savvy. It is like our tag line says — extraordinary finds for the ordinary budget. For $100 or less, Lulu brings you fresh finds from designers, artists and boutiques from around the globe.Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-60554072666538631492011-06-08T13:54:00.000-04:002011-06-08T13:54:35.563-04:00Parting is such sweet sorrow...'till Sept24 hours. <br />
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You would think that would be enough hours in the day to fit everything in? But, sadly - no. Apparently having an hour commute, a full time job that just hit a <strong>very</strong> busy time, a husband, a 3-year old daughter, a tiny-teeny bit of social life… and blog is a little bit too much to fit into 24 hours. My candle burns at both it’s ends and damn, burnt fingers hurt. <br />
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So, Lulu is going to be going on a bit of an extended holiday – just for the summer. I am looking forward to returning in the fall with a fresh take and fab new finds for us all. <br />
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Thank you to all the artists and designers that we have featured. Your beautiful and inspired works have made Lulu a hit.<br />
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And a <strong>HUGE</strong> Thank you very much to my readers and followers. Your comments and emails have made this project so much more fun.<br />
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Have a great summer – see you when the leaves fall.<br />
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This week, I found a few more artists for my must-have list.<br />
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<blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Susana Parada of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/ParadaCreations?ref=ls_profile">Parada Creations</a> has a store full of whimsically delightful prints. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I really like how she treats the feel-good sayings so often featured in her work.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Her font choices are fresh and unique and really make the prints pop. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She has a lot of variety in her store, so I am sure you will find something you love. </span></div></blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<blockquote>I just adore <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/JCSpock?ref=ls_profile">J.C. Spock’s</a> take on mixed-media. Her pieces are feminine and heartfelt without being schmaltzy. They are beautifully layered and complicated, much like we all are. Her work crosses over easily into note cards, journals and postcards – all available in the store. </blockquote><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<blockquote>You may have seen the work of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/TheVoyagers?ref=ls_profile">Maia Chavez Larkin</a> in a gallery or your favorite magazine before. She is a well-known children’s fashion illustrator and her work has been published all over the globe. Her work is still intimate and personal, though and I was totally drawn in by this piece. All of her work has an incredible level of detail and craftsmanship that really denotes Chavez Larkin as a master of her field.</blockquote><br />
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</tbody></table></blockquote>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-37870914542551475082011-06-01T12:11:00.000-04:002011-06-01T12:11:54.504-04:00Classic Hardware - Eclectic Accessories with Vintage AttitudeI was in line at the deli the other day and the woman next to me had the cutest vintage tattoo ring. Of course, I had to ask her where she got it, and that is how I found out about <a href="http://classichardware.com/">Classic Hardware</a> and their awesomely fun line of accessories and cases.<br />
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Designer Karyn Cantor’s quirky and eclectic tastes have come together brilliantly in these pieces that borrow inspiration from such varied sources as 1950’s pulp novels, vintage tattoos, fairytales and dia de los muertos. <br />
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Classic Hardware also works in collaboration with such talented Indie artists such as Kelly Haigh and Caia Koopman.<br />
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The site offers <strong>SO</strong> much more then just rings, but they have totally captured my fancy today. Do yourself a favor and head on over to check out their other products. <br />
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</tbody></table> Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-69543911982251834522011-05-27T11:20:00.002-04:002011-05-27T11:51:28.185-04:00Etsy Friday Five - 5/27Happy Friday everyone! <br />
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Some weeks the Friday Five has a definite theme (beauty, travel, brunettes) and some days the theme is “ohhhhhhh – pretty – I totally want that.” That is what is going on this week. <br />
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<blockquote>Like this amazing bracelet by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/MadRiverDesigns?ref=ls_profile">Mad River Designs</a>. How pretty is this? I love the juxtaposition of rugged and delicate, in the leather and natural stones. And the color palette is my new favorite for the summer, the colors of sky and water.</blockquote><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><blockquote>This is my favorite time of year to have guests over for dinner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We have a big table in our garden, and we love to eat al fresco. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I can just see this lovely serving bowl by <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/CeramicaBotanica?ref=ls_profile">Susan Rodriguez</a> being passed around the table, heaped full of fresh </span><place><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Jersey</span></place><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> corn on the cob, or a nice green salad.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Rodriquez’s store is full of wonderful pieces, but for me, the sgraffito floral design makes this a stand out piece. </span></blockquote><br />
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<blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Love stories and typewriters are two of my absolute favorite things.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No wonder this brooch by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/TillyBloom?ref=ls_profile">Tilly Bloom</a> caught my eye so quickly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Her jewelry designs are so original and quirky; you really have to take the time to browse her shop.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Each piece is a wearable piece of art and a total conversation starter. </div></blockquote><br />
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<blockquote>Now that my daughter is out of the “I am going to spread hazardous waste on the couch” stage of life, we are looking to purchase a new couch. I like the idea of a neutral couch with piles of funky pillows and this one by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/alexandraferguson?ref=ls_profile">Alexandra Ferguson</a> is high on my list. All of her pillows are fun and irreverent, and would give some pop to any living space. </blockquote><br />
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</tbody></table> </div>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-79925471538196137892011-05-25T10:17:00.001-04:002011-05-25T11:29:40.526-04:00Namaste - 9 stylish products for the Yoga Studio.I will be honest - the closest I have come to doing yoga is watching a very limber 90 year old women bend like a pretzel on public access TV. (At least I think she was 90. I was drunk, it was 4:00 am and I can’t be entirely sure.) . I am much more a hiking, long walk, swimming kind of girl – and those yoga people seem to be doing things with their bodies that would make my un-limber limbs cry.<br />
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However, due to the incessant prodding by a yoga loving friend (Hi, Jennifer) and a really great offer from Groupon.com – I am now the proud owner of six yoga sessions. <br />
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Since, I figure I am going to die during the first class, I thought - why not go out with some cool new gear. <br />
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Wish me luck and if Lulu goes silent after next Monday, try to remember me fondly. <br />
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1. <a href="http://bepresent.net/bpstore/product.php?productid=16344&cat=249&page=2&xid=a08981f0677a0f05ef8de51c238d92a6">Lilypad Lotus Mobility Pant</a> by Be Present - $81; 2. <a href="http://www.wailana.com/shop/products/Orchid-Mat.html">Orchid Mat</a> by Wai Lana Yoga - $29.95; 3. <a href="http://www.evolvefitwear.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=omZenDailyCami">Happiness is Yoga tank</a> by OmGirl at Evolve Fit Wear - $42; 4. <a href="http://www.kulae.com/hot_yoga_collection.htm">The Hot Yoga Collection</a> by Kulae - $68; 5. <a href="https://store.thirdeyethreads.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=W55BA%2DQYS%2DBL">Quan Yin Goddess Tee</a> by Third Eye Threads - $58; 6. <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/windy-tree-yoga-pants">Windy Tree Yoga Pants</a> by Ahpeele - $54; 7. <a href="http://www.huggermugger.com/productDetailServlet?ProductStoreCategory=AC-MATBAG-BIGTOTE">Ultra Big Tote</a> by Hugger Mugger - $54.95; 8. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/67820904/spring-green-yoga-headband">Spring Green Yoga Headband</a> by BresValley - $20; 9. <a href="http://store.rebelgreen.com/yogamatspray-4ozblisspinkgrapefruitbergamotandlavender.aspx">Bliss Yoga Mat Spray</a> by Rebel Green - $7.99 <br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-19366414424173842582011-05-24T09:52:00.001-04:002011-05-24T09:53:31.576-04:00Sycamore Street Press - Letterpress to fall in love with.I am a sucker for letterpress, I just adore it. So, I was very excited last week when I got an email from the lovely folks over at <a href="http://www.sycamorestreetpress.com/">Sycamore Street Press</a> letting me know that their Spring ’11 line was available. <br />
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Their new designs are fresh, fun and just a little bit cheeky. I am especially in love with the Subliminal Baby series of posters and the Facebook birthday card. <br />
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Tell Hallmark to stuff it, and brighten up someone’s mailbox with one of these letterpress winners. You can check out all the new offerings over <a href="http://shop.sycamorestreetpress.com/category/new">here</a>. Posters are $35, Cards are $4.50<br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-37490716140059371982011-05-20T10:07:00.000-04:002011-05-20T10:07:51.968-04:00Etsy Friday Five - 5/20Lately the urge to go is strong in me. To go where, I don’t know – but to be somewhere other. To be on the road, to be traveling, to be exploring new places I will never forget. I am longing for new views, new waters…. Just new. The world is so big, so vast and my cube seems so small right now. <br />
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Ahhhh, but the weekend is almost here – and who knows what the next two days can hold.<br />
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Have a great weekend. I hope it brings you adventure!<br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-50655412787543908972011-05-18T10:15:00.003-04:002011-05-18T10:35:17.972-04:0014 pieces we are coveting from Buy Olympia.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I stumbled across <a href="http://www.buyolympia.com/">Buy Olympia</a> in an totally random way. I had a lyric stuck in my head for a week, from a song that an ex-boyfriend used to play all the time. While using my google-fu to figure out the song was “Olympia, WA” by Rancid, I found the awesome site, Buy Olympia. </div><br />
Buy Olympia was started by four friends in 1999, as a vehicle to help their artist friends sell their handmade items online. It has grown to become a go-to site for quality indie products and music, carrying wares from people like David Eggers, Nikki McClure and Emily Winfield Martin and from record labels like Kill Rock Stars, Black Yo-Yo Records and Anonymous Monk.<br />
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No matter what you are shopping for, from books to belt buckles, be sure to swing by Buy Olympia. You will be glad you did. They have a ton of diverse products lines from some really amazing artists.<br />
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I did a little browsing last night and found 14 great items I am adding to my “need to buy list.”<br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-13598682330744405362011-05-16T11:53:00.002-04:002011-05-16T12:44:36.215-04:00Reader Question answered: 5 Cute Summer Dresses for the OfficeReader Kate M recently asked “I just got a promotion and need to step-up my work wardrobe. I'm hoping you can help me find some professional but still hip clothes for the work place. Do you have any suggestions?”<br />
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First – congrats on the promotion! <br />
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Once the weather gets warmer, I am all about dresses at work. It is an easy way to look really pulled together, without having to spend a ton of money. One dress, a cute pair of shoes, and a cardi (if you work in a no-sleeveless office) and you are good to go.<br />
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Here are some of my summer favorites:<br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-32606704609151259062011-05-13T14:44:00.002-04:002011-05-16T14:38:51.668-04:00Etsy Friday Five - 5/13Hello and Happy Friday to you all. I am SO happy that it is Friday and that Blogger is finally up and running. That was scary, huh?<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">I am seriously in love with the raw beauty of this ring by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/elseetee2?ref=ls_profile">Laura Treloar</a><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Her store is full of lovely jewelry - all with an original, organic feel. She uses unusual materials for her work and it really makes it stand out from the millions of listings on Etsy.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/69878920/specimen-crystal-stacker-ring-sky-blue"></a>Sky Blue Apatite Crystal Ring by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/elseetee2?ref=ls_profile">Laura Treloar</a> - $55 <br />
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</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">How beautiful is this print by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/corid?ref=ls_profile">Cori Dantini</a>?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am so happy to have found this artist.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have really fallen in love with her work, which is whimsical and so imaginative.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Luckily, she is also a <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>prolific artist, so buyers have a lot of pieces to chose from. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">A deep rooted love of Ironstone has left me with beautiful, but mainly white, serving pieces. I am determined to inject some color into my kitchen, and these cracker bowls from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/atelierBB?ref=ls_profile">Atelier BB</a> would be a great start. They are made from white stoneware clay and are dishwasher and microwave safe.<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">I follow a lot of blogs and recently one* did a great post on Cathrineholm Enamelware and I am so hooked now.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love the bright colors and clean, graphic style; it is like eye candy for your kitchen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have started scouring the estate sales and vintage stores in my area for it, but I haven’t found a piece.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But, I can still bring some Scandinavian style to my kitchen with this print from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/handz?ref=ls_profile">Jan Skácelík</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div><br />
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* If this was your blog, please let me know. I can't find the link and I would love to give you credit.</div></div>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-89026337756113801372011-05-11T10:13:00.000-04:002011-05-11T10:13:55.462-04:0014 Stand Out Stores on Big CartelI was in a forum the other day where some crafters were discussing the merits of having an Etsy store or having a store with <a href="http://www.bigcartel.com/">Big Cartel.</a> I hadn’t been over to Big Cartel in a while, so I stopped over to check it out again. <br />
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I will be honest, since it is a different animal than Etsy or Supermarket (Big Cartel gives artists the ability to set up their own stores that usually links off their independent website), I am not really fond of their browsing options. When browsing, you see a store banner rather than actual shop items, so hopping in and out of shops can be cumbersome. <br />
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But, worth it. There are some really talented artists and clothing designers using Big Cartel and it is possible to stumble across a new,exciting discovery.<br />
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I did a little bit of poking last night and found some things I really liked. Here are 14 of my favorites. <br />
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Do you have a favorite Big Cartel store? I would love to hear about it in the comments.<br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-12438806766900325472011-05-09T10:39:00.001-04:002011-05-11T15:52:22.966-04:00Happy Town USA photography- giving 70's toys a modern attitude.<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">I am kinda loving these prints by <place><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/HappyTownUSA"><city>Happy Town</city> <country-region>USA</country-region></a></place> today.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are bright, kitschy (in the good sense) and bring me back to my childhood.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I used to play with my Little People toys for hours and would make up complete soap operas for their lives. </span></div><br />
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Edit: The very nice people over at Happy Town have extended a great deal to Lulu readers. Now through the end of May, make a purchase from HappyTownUSA and receive a free mini-print of your choice when you mention LuluGray in the message to seller at checkout!<br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-53544068376291321852011-05-06T09:53:00.002-04:002011-05-06T10:17:44.821-04:00Etsy Friday Five - 5/6It is shaping up to be an awesome Friday. Blue skies, bright sun and great songs on the radio while driving to work, have all put me in an excellent mood. <br />
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Sharing today’s Etsy Friday Five puts me in a good mood as well. As always, I really hope you like the things I found this week. <br />
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Happy Mother’s Day, a bit early, to all my Mom Readers!<br />
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<blockquote>I was looking for a clever Mother's day card on Etsy last week, when I stumbled across <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/crankbunny?ref=ls_profile#">Crankbunny</a> and their amazing pop-up cards. It is no exaggeration when I tell you I was blown away. The level of detail and craftsmanship is amazing. If you are giving one of these cards along with a gift, make the person open the gift first, because once they start playing with their card (I mean come on, the shop has a customizable golden ticket card) the gift will be forgotten about.</blockquote><br />
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<blockquote>This ring by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/TheWhirlwind?ref=ls_profile">The Whirlwind</a> combines two of my favorite things - jewelry and embroidery. I love the color palette which is so fresh and Springy. It is the perfect compliment to a cute sundress I was gifted recently. The Whirlwind's shop is full of interesting jewelry, often mixing fabric and vintage pieces. </blockquote><br />
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<blockquote>This is the year my husband and I are investing in a grill. I think I am breaking all sorts of steak protocol whenever I make my famous Steak on a Cookie Sheet dish. So, yeah - a grill is a must and so is this Grill Guru spice/rub set by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/purposedesign?ref=ls_profile">Purpose Design</a>. The set holds 15 rubs, including Tropical Citrus, Memphis BBQ, Ancho Chili and Cajun Spice, and come packaged in an attractive brushed aluminum box. These rubs are custom blended and are making me hungry writing about them. This summer, I will rule the grill!</blockquote><br />
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<blockquote>My husand is a huge music junkie (and he has his own music <a href="http://www.letters-from-a-tapehead.com/">blog</a>) and vinyl makes him happier than just about anything else. He has co-opted our spare bedroom into an "office" which translates into music storage and listening room. I think this dry erase board by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/blueorder?ref=ls_profile#">Blue Order</a> will fit nicely in between his show prints and records on the wall. And I can leave him notes like "I love you, but Zappa is overrated."</blockquote><br />
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<blockquote>I utterly adore this delicate and romantic necklace by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/EvaThissen?ref=ls_profile">Eva Thissen</a>. The craftsmanship of the individual clay flowers is remarkable and I just love the dimensional effect they create. Her entire store is full of stunning, creative pieces. I long for the rings she has featured on her banner, but they don't seen to be available in the store at the moment. </blockquote><br />
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1. <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/purple-morning-glory-earrings">Purple Morning Glory Earrings</a> by k.o'brien jewelry - $68; 2. <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/iphone-case-graphite-wool-felt-and-black-leather">Iphone/Ipod case</a> by Bryd & Belle - $26 ; 3.<a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/constellation-necklace">Constellation Necklace</a> by My Sunset Road - $88; 4. <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/back-to-roots-stacking-rings">Back to Roots Stacking Rings</a> by Lunaticart - $49; 5. <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/scattered-punctuation">Scattered Punctuation</a> from Atelier by Barbara Giles - $76; 6. <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/sous-la-pluie">Sous La Pluie</a> by Labokoff - $30; 7. <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/product/wall-st-noonie-baby-gift">Wall St. Noonie Baby Gift</a> by Lalas Pequenos - $52<br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-59465104800896529652011-05-02T10:45:00.001-04:002011-05-02T10:46:11.074-04:00Fab and Fair Trade Clothing from Mata Traders<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">I stumbled across <a href="http://www.matatraders.com/">Mata Traders</a> Spring/Summer 2011 catalog this winter, and fell in love with their clothing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I wanted to order right away, but had to wait until the new line went live on their site.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was so happy when I stopped over a few days ago and saw that the Spring line is now available.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"></div> <br />
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</tbody></table> Aside from having really fun, bohemian and affordable clothing and accessories, just perfect for summer, Mata (meaning Mother in Hindi) is also a fair trade company. Their designs are all hand-crafted by women’s cooperative and artisan groups in India and Nepal, and these women are paid a fair wage and they often work from home or in small workshops. So often, workers in poorer countries are forced to work in horrible conditions, but Mata Traders believes strongly in giving women an opportunity to help support their families in a safe and friendly environment. <br />
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</tbody></table> I love the use of patterns in these pieces, and I found out that they are hand block- printed by the women of Mata Traders. <br />
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</div>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-79479036708290313682011-04-29T09:33:00.001-04:002011-04-29T10:01:07.947-04:00Etsy Friday Five - 4/29<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">While I was in college, I had a part time job at Bath and Body Works. It was suppose to help me pay for tuition, but instead it fed my product addition. Lotions, Potions, Shower Gels and Hair Masks, with a 30% discount, I bought them all, and in vast amounts. And I shared the wealth, so my friends and my mom were always stocked. </span></div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I guess my mom has finally worked her way through her stockpile, because when I asked her what she wanted for Mother’s Day, she requested bath stuff. Which inspired this week’s Etsy Friday Five. </span></div><blockquote style="font-family: inherit;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you think Bath products on Etsy, a name that stands out is </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/dennisanderson"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dennis Anderson</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. With over 29,000 feedbacks and all of them 100% positive, you can pretty much rely on the fact that you will be getting a quality product. While best know for his olive oil soaps, he also stocks everything from lotions and gels, to lip balms and whipped soap in a jar With delicious sounding scents like Hawaiian Lei, Violetta, Iced Oatmeal Cookie, Rosehips and Kumquat and Chai Tea, it is to hard to decide what to try first.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></div></blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://pomegranate%284%20oz.%20jar%29%20soap%20in%20a%20jar/">Pomegranate(4 oz. jar) Whpped Soap In A Jar (Vegan) by Dennis Anderson - $6.50</a></td></tr>
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</div><blockquote style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My daughter is obsessed with play-dough right now, so I know she will get a kick out of </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/ShopRedLeaf?ref=ls_profile" style="font-family: inherit;">Red Leaf’s</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Bubble Bath Dough. And if she likes, then my mom (who often watches her overnight for me), will really love it, since it will make bath time go smoother. You just scoop a handful out and rub your hands under the running facet for loads of bubbles. And once the kiddo goes home, Mom can use the product as a moisturizing shower gel for herself. Scents include Plumeria, Black Tea, Pink Grapefruit, Orange Sherbert, Beach and Basil Lime. </span> </span></div></blockquote><br />
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<blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I can not count the amount of hours that my mom and I sat on the beaches of Cape May, NJ. And how many nights I had to deal with tight, hot cheeks and noses because we had just a little too much sun. I wish we had packed the Chamomile Soothing Facial Mist from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/PetiteThrela?ref=ls_profile"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Petite Threla</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. Lush botanticals like Chamomile, Witch Hazel and Aloe Vera make this product just what tender skin needs. I would recommend keeping it in the fridge between uses, to ensure a refreshing cool mist on the skin.</span></blockquote><br />
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<blockquote><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Instead of getting Mom one big basket of products, I really love the idea of a year long gift. This Year of Soaps gift from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/sweetpetula?ref=ls_profile"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sweet Petula</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> could be just the ticket. Every month, a beautifully packaged soap along with a little something special will be delivered, ensuring 12 " You shouldn't have, but I love it" phone calls. Lush scents include Sweet Pea, Ruby Grapefruit, Ginger Blossom and Fleu de Lis.</span></blockquote><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/sweetpetula?ref=ls_profile"><span style="font-size: small;">12 month soap subscription by Sweet Petula - $90</span></a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">One of my favorite memories of my mother is having a "sick" day from high school and doing a total girl pampering day. We went shopping, out to lunch and came home to sit on the sun porch, sipping virgin strawberry daiquiris in matching green face masks. With this Green Science Face Mask from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/DressGreen?ref=ls_profile"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dress Green</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">, I can help recreate that memorable day this Mother's Day. The ingredients in this mask (organic kelp powder, organic calendula powder, organic nettle leaf powder, white willow bark extract) make this a great mask for both our skin types, normal and slight oily.</span></blockquote> <br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-37038113164991088282011-04-27T11:04:00.007-04:002011-04-27T17:14:58.456-04:00Art Star Craft Bazaar - You can't miss this!<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">If you are within a 3 hour drive, train trip or camel ride to <city><place>Philadelphia</place></city>, I highly recommend you leave the weekend of<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>May 14<sup>th</sup> open and plan a trip to the City of <city><place>Brotherly Love</place></city>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For that is the weekend of the <a href="http://www.artstarcraftbazaar.com/index1.html">Art Star Craft Bazaar</a>. **</div><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Art Star is an outdoor Art/Craft market run by <span class="style11">by </span><city><place><span class="style11">Philadelphia</span></place></city><span class="style11">’s <a href="http://www.artstarphilly.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: windowtext;">Art Star Gallery & Boutique</span></a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Over 100 local and national artists take over the Waterfront at Penn’s Landing for this two day event.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is not your typical stuffy craft fair – these artists have a decidedly Indie bent and the crowd is a happy blend of tattooed hipsters, crunchy granola moms and people who know that supporting local Artisans is a great thing to do. </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span class="style11" style="font-family: inherit;">Live music and great food (including Vegan options) round out the day's offerings. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span class="style11" style="font-family: inherit;">Below is just a small sampling from a few of the talented artists scheduled to participate in the show. Hope to see you there!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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<blockquote>1. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60365988/whale-pillow-in-ivory">Whale Pillow</a> by Kate Durkin- $26; 2. <a href="http://www.olivebites.bigcartel.com/product/black-and-white-wine-cork-necklace-with-beads">Wine Cork Necklace</a> by Olive Bites - $18; 3. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/63990414/wide-broken-plate-necklace-blue-and">Broken Plate Necklace </a>by The Broken Plate - $50; 4. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/67355430/rosemary-mint-goats-milk-glycerin-soap?ref=v1_other_1">Rosemary Mint Goat's Milk Glycerin Soap</a> by Liliths Apothecary - $4.50; 5. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/67721246/set-of-four-flower-dippers">Set of 4 flower dippers</a> by pinkkiss - $30; 6.<a href="http://peacefultraveler.bigcartel.com/product/philadelphia-map">Philadelphia Map Print</a> by Peaceful Traveler - $24; 7.<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/59994935/nap-cases-only">Nap Pillow Cases</a> by Shopdirtsa - $55; 8 (and 9). <a href="http://www.nateduval.com/ntitcwhite">Nighttime in the city 2</a> by Nate Duval - $50; 10.<a href="http://shop.girlscantell.com/product/butcher-s-diagram-of-a-cow-floursack-single-towel"> Butcher's diagram floursack towel</a> by Girls can Tell - $12; 11.<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/54552208/reel-around-the-fountain-sampler">Reel around the fountain sampler</a> by Chez Sucre Chez - $72; 12. <a href="http://www.figsandginger.com/item.php?item_id=64&category_id=1">Circle Fawn Necklace</a> by Figs and Ginger - $45</blockquote><br />
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</tbody></table>** If you can’t make it over to the actual event, still head over to the <a href="http://www.artstarcraftbazaar.com/">Art Star website</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They have many of the vendors listed with direct links to their online stores – so everyone can shop!Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-29492552767204929392011-04-25T10:26:00.001-04:002011-04-25T10:28:45.546-04:00Fresh Offerings from PAPAYA!<blockquote>It is no secret that I love <a href="https://www.papayaart.com/">PAPAYA!</a> (the store, not the fruit, which has an odd texture that I can’t seem to get around, and I am rambling). They were the <a href="http://lulugrey.blogspot.com/2011/01/i-have-serious-weakness-for-three.html">very first thing</a> I wrote about on the blog and I am always checking their site to see if they have new items to drool over</blockquote>.<br />
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<blockquote>So color me thrilled when I saw that they have some new items in their office supply line.<br />
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These <a href="https://www.papayaart.com/category/MEMP/Memo-Mouse-Pads/1.html">Memo Mouse pads ($12)</a> are now on the top of my wish list. Aside from the fact that they are so lovely, they are also 50 pieces of memo paper. They are such a great idea, a right at your fingertips place to jot down notes, phone numbers, and blog ideas.</blockquote><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<blockquote>If you are like me, your cube/office is flooded with a sea of sticky notes. Right now, I can count 11 without even turning my head. I am so sick of yellow post-its, I could scream. That is why I am lusting after these <a href="https://www.papayaart.com/category/STKN/Sticky-Note-Sets/1.html">Sticky note collections</a> ($12). Now I can tell that, late in getting me copy, copywriter to call me ASAP with style.</blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUDD0AwvAdYPfe1xUb-fqGj_ncbkmLA1_Izk4e3EPjHE3omodqVmPLHMpmubt7l_xReSkoK8ZH-c9hmV7ZgUtgFfauto9HblYLzygfsTflB5cKq5sGyMSXyU1X3psQcYkojWkmejw262Nm/s1600/StickyNotes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" i8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUDD0AwvAdYPfe1xUb-fqGj_ncbkmLA1_Izk4e3EPjHE3omodqVmPLHMpmubt7l_xReSkoK8ZH-c9hmV7ZgUtgFfauto9HblYLzygfsTflB5cKq5sGyMSXyU1X3psQcYkojWkmejw262Nm/s1600/StickyNotes.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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<blockquote>It pains me to admit it, but I am often found scurrying around the office, clutching a clipboard. I have so many schedules to keep track of; it is pretty much an extension of my arm now. So, I want a pretty one, and am so excited that PAPAYA! has some lush ones now. </blockquote><br />
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-7700486767422346272011-04-22T12:06:00.000-04:002011-04-22T12:06:01.774-04:00Etsy Friday Five - 4/22Happy Earth Day everyone! <br />
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Earth day is the inspiration for today’s finds. We all hear about recycle-reuse-reduce and being kind to Mother Earth but in your day-to-day life it can sometimes slip the mind. Here are five interesting, eco-friendly products that can help make a difference. <br />
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<blockquote>I get so excited every Spring, because a small farmer’s market sets up about 4 blocks from my house. I get to walk down and get fresh fruit, flower and veggies. Buying at a local market, I lower the carbon footprint and support local farmers which makes me happy. The plastic grocery bags most of the vendor use, doesn’t. So – a great alternative is to use a stylish re-usable shopping bag like this one by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/PonyAndPoppy?ref=ls_profile">Pony and Poppy.</a> I love the screen-printed cheerful red apples.</blockquote><br />
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</tbody></table></blockquote>In the wake of deforestation, it is always great to find new uses for recycled wood. I really like the line of repurposed wood candle blocks that Margaux and Walter Kent over at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/PegandAwl?ref=ls_profile">Peg and Awl</a> have designed. They use reclaimed old growth Pine, once a floor joist from a 19th century Philadelphia house, to create their candle holders. Vintage botanical prints round out the design. I love the history of these pieces and their worn look, and would love to line about 5 up on my mantel piece...if I still had a place with a fireplace. I miss my fireplace.<br />
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</tbody></table></blockquote><blockquote>My husband is a Tshirt hoarder. I love him, but he has concert tees from when he was 14, he is now 34. It is a sickness. So this recycled Tshirt rug from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/talkingsquid?ref=ls_profile#">Talkingsquid</a> will probably give him heart palpitations. But I love it. I love the idea of find a new way to recycle old clothing and this is so clever. I can just imagine how soft it is and it would be the perfect doggie sleeping area. Or cushy place to stand while doing dishes. I wonder if I could make one with some old Black Flag tee's. Just kidding honey, get off the floor.</blockquote><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><blockquote> Did you know that indoor air can be significantly dirtier and worse for you then outdoor air? And that there was a NASA study that found that having houseplants can remove 87% of air toxins within 24 hours. And that houseplants can often look a little drab? That is why I love this succulent wreath from Pamela Newman at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/Fairyscape?ref=ls_profile">Fairyscapes</a>. With a little water and sunlight, this wreath will continue to grow and bloom long after most flower arrangements and go a long way towards cleaning the air in your home. Plus- I mean come on, it is so pretty.</blockquote><br />
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</tbody></table></blockquote><blockquote>So, I love learning new stuff and in researching today's blog I found out that there is a wide array of research suggesting that Dryer Sheets are bad news. They are full of chemicals and could potentially damage your clothes and your skin. So these Wool Dryer balls from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/DryerBalls?ref=ls_profile">Dryerballs</a> are a clever way to ditch dryer sheets forever. Apparently, these guys can reduce drying time, reduce static and fluff fabrics without any chemicals at all. Plus, they are reusable, which saves time and trash.</blockquote><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-17276408171507923562011-04-19T11:19:00.000-04:002011-04-19T11:19:55.352-04:00Shorpy - my favorite vintage photography site<blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">If you have read Lulu for a while, you probably know two things about me; I am a history nerd and I love photography.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So, it should come as no surprise that the day I found today's featured site, I was lost for 5 hours straight. (I was on bed rest while pregnant with the kiddo, so I had 5 hours to spare.)</div></blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"></div><br />
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<blockquote><a href="http://www.shorpy.com/">Shorpy</a> (named for a 14 year old coal miner from 100 years ago, Shorpy Higginbotham) is a photography site that features <strong>thousands</strong> of high resolution vintage photographs from 1850 – 1950. It is part history lesson, part art gallery and all addicting. </blockquote> <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><blockquote>The owners of the site have restored the images (usually from the Library of Congress or other archives) to their original glory and post them in high resolution, so you can open the images up to view a much larger size. The incredible level of detail once you do this is astonishing. A photo of a tenement building in 1900 comes alive once you see the women leaning out the window, the laundry hanging on the lines, the cat on the sidewalk. It truly is a window into another time.</blockquote><br />
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</div><blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Aside just offering historical eye candy, the site also has prints for sale of the images they feature and most prints start at $15. This derelict plantation image from Frances Benjamin Johnston has caught my fancy and will most likely be on my cube wall soon. </div></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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</tbody></table><blockquote> </blockquote>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-29261088740918343142011-04-15T11:30:00.043-04:002011-04-16T09:43:03.328-04:00Etsy Friday Five - 4/15<blockquote>While looking for today’s items, I was reminded of a memory. In my early twenties, my girlfriends and I used to go dancing at this bar/club located in a tiny river town call New Hope, which had once been a thriving artist community but was quickly transitioning into a tourist Mecca. </blockquote><blockquote>One summer night, leaving my friends on the dance floor, I headed out to the small patio overlooking the river. An older man, late 60’s maybe, was also standing at the railing and said hello. I found out in short order that he was a painter; very drunk off cheap red wine and that he would not be buying me a drink. Considering, I hadn't asked for one, I found the last statement amusing. </blockquote><blockquote>He continued (this is a close to verbatim as I can get) “It is not that you aren’t lovely, it is because you are a brunette.” He paused to light a cigarette “You see, brunettes, all of you, you always have that look in your eye, like you know a secret, like you know all of <i>my</i> secrets. Like you already know the answer to every question I would ever ask you. Your eyes turn us into stone and little boys at the same time. Dark witches, all of you.” </blockquote><br />
<blockquote>And he walked off into the summer night…</blockquote><blockquote>So, inspired by my drunken painter – enjoy this bevy of beguiling brunettes. Just be careful not to turn to stone. </blockquote><blockquote></blockquote><br />
<blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Fashion illustrator <span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/pauletrudelbellemare?ref=ls_profile"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: blue;">Paule <span style="background-attachment: scroll; background-image: none; background-position: 0% 0%; background-repeat: repeat;">Trudel</span> <span style="background-attachment: scroll; background-image: none; background-position: 0% 0%; background-repeat: repeat;">Bellemare</span></span></span></a> has made quite the splash with her quirky and clever series Girls+Dogs. Hipster girls (I use the term lovingly) and their adorable dogs have their personalities captured brilliantly by this talented artist.</span></div></blockquote><br />
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<blockquote><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/janethillstudio">Janet Hill's</a> paintings have the feeling of vintage glamour and beauty. Be it a portrait of an intriguing woman, a still life of a beautiful room,or a pristine vintage kitchen, her work is feminine, peaceful and utterly wonderful.</blockquote><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN">I had never known what an ACEO was before I found The Brilliant Magpie’s work. They are prints/original works the size of a traditional baseball card. What a great way to start an art collection. I recommend starting with this raven haired beauty. She reminds me of the Great Gatsby and cold bathtub gin. I bet she rouges her knees.</span></div></blockquote><span lang="EN"></span><br />
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</div><blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Our last bewitching brunette is by well-know illustrator <span lang="EN">Catherine Campbell who runs <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/myfolklover">Myfolklover</a>. The thing I love about Campbell’s women is they are always seem to me just a little bit cheeky and mischievous. I also adore her use of pattern, it is a distinctive signature and really establishes a piece as her's at first glance. Plus, who doesn't love a girl in glasses (and not just because I am one).</span></div></blockquote><br />
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</span></div></blockquote>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-49626289529491149422011-04-14T10:01:00.000-04:002011-04-14T10:01:23.819-04:00Jao Daily Travel Pak Giveaway Winner!The time has come to announce the <a href="http://jaoltd.com/">Jao Brand</a> Daily Travel Pak winner! Thank you so much for everyone who entered to win these wonderful products. <br />
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So....the lucky number was comment number.....<br />
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Which was Tina S who said....<br />
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Congrats Tina - you are going to love these products. I am also going to send you some samples of the Outscent as well. Just drop me an email with your shipping information and they will be on their way.<br />
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</div>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-91335745325395531302011-04-13T10:19:00.000-04:002011-04-13T10:19:42.109-04:00Leah Giberson - Houses, Chairs and Trailers, Oh My.<blockquote>Usually Lulu does a big product roundup on Wednesday, but due to a crazy deadline at work and a wired three year old at home who decided to outlast her parents the past few nights, I am forgoing the big round up this week to feature an artist that I am just enchanted with.<br />
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Leah Giberson transforms the ordinary and simple into something extraordinary in her paintings. Homes, chairs, campers – all take on a new life and a deeper reality under Giberson’s brushes. </blockquote><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<blockquote>Giberson describes her work this way “<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">There is a quiet anxiety and loneliness in these images of isolated houses, empty chairs, abandoned pools and vacant streets. Shadows loom from unknown/unseen sources, horizon lines become uncomfortably close, people are absent and geographic clues are obscured. Despite all this uneasiness, there is also a sense of bravery or at least a blind and determined optimism.”</span></blockquote><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><blockquote><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">While I love all of her work, the Caravan series is my favorite.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is just something about these pieces that captivates me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> There is peace and a sense of place that I love. They are also fueling my ever-increasing urge to grab my family and hit the open road. </span></span></blockquote><br />
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You can shop for prints <a href="http://supermarkethq.com/designer/7457/products">here</a> and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/leahgiberson">here</a>. You can also visit Giberson's <a href="http://www.leahgiberson.com/">site</a> and <a href="http://leahgiberson.blogspot.com/">blog</a>. <br />
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</tbody></table></span>Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-22765521970365372142011-04-11T12:08:00.004-04:002011-04-11T12:12:11.363-04:00Silver Spoon JewelryA couple of weeks ago, I went to the <a href="http://www.sugarloafcrafts.com/">Sugarloaf Craft</a> festival with some friends. What a great show – over 200 talented vendors with everything from glassworks to baskets to specialty foods. If you have a chance to go to an event in your area, I highly recommend it. <br />
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One of the vendors that really caught my eye ( and hit my wallet) when I was there was the <a href="http://silverspoonjewelry.com/">Silver Spoon Company</a> out of California. They have a fantastic line of jewelry and accessories based on heirloom patterns (of silverware) from the late 1800s to early 1900s. <br />
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I know what you are thinking – more spoon rings…boring! But, no, not these. Designer Jennifer Northup has elevated the concept way above your traditional spoon rings and has come up with some really inventive (and beautiful) jewelry. <br />
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I especially love the hummingbird and bee pendants. <br />
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Prices start at $29 for the rings, $56 for necklaces and $89 for bracelets.<br />
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</tbody></table>PS - Today is the last day to enter the <a href="http://lulugrey.blogspot.com/2011/03/jao-body-products-giveaway-and-review.html">Jao Giveaway</a>.<br />
You know you want to win these great products.Lulu Greyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17155564725905824922noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1646966594186462741.post-49608074171080785042011-04-08T11:15:00.002-04:002011-04-08T16:19:48.607-04:00Lulu's Etsy Friday Five 4/8Happy Friday, All! I hope everyone is amping up for a great weekend. Mine is going to be full of family, cooking and some vintage shopping, so I am a happy girl.<br />
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This week’s Friday Five was inspired by a friend of mine who complained that Lulu doesn’t feature enough fashion. I took up that challenge and found five great designers/vintage sellers this week.<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><blockquote>I really adore Liz Spencer’s <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/aiguilleetfil?ref=ls_profile">(aiguilleetfil)</a> use of color and symmetry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Her designs feel really fresh and modern.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The tunic below really caught my eye, but there are several pieces that I could have featured that are just as great. </blockquote><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><blockquote>This seems to be the season for the statement necklace, and <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Angie Johnson over at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/iheartnorwegianwood?ref=ls_profile">Norwegian Wood</a> has some stunning options.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I think this fringe necklace would be perfect with a simple white tank and dark jeans.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Johnson doesn’t just design accessories, she also has some fab fashion pieces, including a line of eye-catching leggings.</span></blockquote><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><blockquote>There is nothing about this vintage 60’s mod dress that I don’t love. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is simple and classic, but can be styled in so many different ways, that you will never run out of possible ways to wear it. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/enidandedgar?ref=ls_profile">Enid and Edgar</a> is one of my favorite Vintage stores on Etsy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their selection is always top notch and I find myself bookmarking them just about every week. </blockquote><br />
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</div><blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">I love an occasion to dress up, skirts and dress and high heels.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But lately, my go-to feel pretty outfit really is a well-fitting pair of dark jeans and a great top.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Which is why this <span lang="EN" style="color: #211922; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Teacher's Pet Bib shirt by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/people/Minxshop?ref=ls_profile">Minxshop</a> makes me so happy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love the <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>feminine vintage detailing and the cut of this top. It is simple and chic and should be living in my closet.</span></div></blockquote> <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/56451952/teachers-pet-bib-shirt-cream-ivory">Teacher's Pet Bib shirt by Minxshop - $80</a></td></tr>
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<blockquote><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Clean, Elegant, Sexy – those three words pretty much sum up <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/lamixx">Lamixx’s</a> shop.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Her pieces are timeless without looking dated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Pull ten pieces from her collection and you will have the basis for a classic wardrobe that would take you through countless seasons.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This dress below is so luxe and I adore the simple lines. </div></blockquote><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/65280488/sweet-and-sexy-classic-adorned-boatneck">Sweet and sexy classic adorned boatneck dress by Lamixx - $44</a></td></tr>
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