Curiouser

Maybe you're one of the lucky few with a little extra pocket change this weekend? Maybe there aren't any good flea markets or a little-bit-nutty boutiques near you? Well, you my friend, are about to spend that money at two of my favorite online shops.
The Curiosity Shop is a fun spot to find anything from an artist-created necklace to a great book or stationery. Here are some of my favorites (including the hilarious stamps "of disapproval". Clever.).


Another favorite online shop is Three Potato Four. This one specializes in vintage industrial pieces like specimen bottles, old signage, school house furniture and cash register price flags. Some incredibly beautiful things to find here (if you appreciate a little bit of rust on your incredibly beautiful things that is).


I love the "worry worry" cup! I love that it makes me do anything but—I wonder if that was the idea?

The Finders Keepers Market

This past Friday I helped set up the Finders Keepers Market here in Brisbane. This means that I spent five hours fluffing tissue paper flowers, tying said flowers in clusters with fishing line and hanging (or at least watching as they were hung) said clusters from the ceiling of the Old Museum. The result was very rewarding and I consider the afternoon well spent indeed.
The Finders Keepers Market is a delightful display of 65 crafters peddling their creative wares. I saw everything from clothing to letterpress to jewelry and if I had a scrap of extra money I would've for sure spent it. My sister-in-law bought a fun ring and an amazing cloud necklace and I was excited that at least one of us was being supportive! Here are some pictures from the event:



The Old Museum and grounds made an unbelievable venue. Inside and along the side veranda were beautiful craft stalls, outside was a live music stage, food and coffee area. The talent was overwhelming. Speaking of: Brisbane-based illustrator Natalie did the gorgeous poster for the event. She has some stunning work on her site and her Flickr provided me with some of the photos from my collage. Visit her and say thank you. Other images are from the Finders Keepers site and from the Flickr tagged stream. Did you see the flower creations? Yep, pretty proud of myself. Of course it wouldn't have been possible without the dear Alischa of Bespoke Press (don't worry, more about her later) who was one of the ladies in charge of the event. It was a great weekend!

Beachy Interiors

What I wouldn't give for a beach house. The sand and the salty air and the breezes—nothing more lovely. I'd have a hard time knowing which direction to decorate in though. Would I want it to be more fun and bright and vibrant or more neutral and calming? Luckily I can imagine both ways and not actually have to invest in anything.



Which do you prefer?
Images from: Coastal Living // Beachy in the City // Simply Natural // My Home
capiz chandelier // adirondack chair // tiki sign // sail pillow // ship in a bottle // felted urchin // rope knob // sea bottles // driftwood candleholder

In The Market For...

I am getting ready to buy a new laptop. Actually this will be my very first personal computer - can you believe it? I've always just used the school's or my mom's or the one work gave me. I'm super excited to have one of my very own (not super excited about the cost of a mac, but let's move on). That said, I'm in the market for a laptop sleeve or bag or something other than a towel to keep the precious darling safe. I'd take any of these...


sources: alexander girard city // london // grey wool + tan leather // grey city // vines // grey wool + dark brown leather // orange accents // houndstooth // denim rinse // yellow // espresso leather tote // white