Sultana San Francisco

My friend Jeff just sent me a link to Sultana, San Francisco, a vintage shop some friends of his own. They have quite a selection. I particulary love the Hefty Vintage Table Fan. Sales via 1stdibs. Check them out!

happy earth day

I came across this beautiful collection of vintage inspired lingerie by UK based company,Enamore. They produce their garments from vintage fabrics, organic cottons, bamboo satin and other sustainable materials. Worth a look.

bout time for some of my own work

So the majority of my blog posts have been featuring the work of others, and though talented, i thought it was due time to feature some of my own work, ya know... show off my skills, prove that i went to college... so here a few images that i took yesterday around the house.







These antique chemistry bottles were a jackpot find at the ReUse in Albany. I've been hanging them with wire in windows with plants inside. I love the vintage labels. I've been inspired lately to produce some of my own labels for Playing Elegant... coming soon!

Joie de vivre

I found these journals recently at Gabriel Brothers, reproductions of vintage french journals. They are from Laughing Elephant which I checked out today, and also sells some cute vintage reproduction items. I'm thankful I found these at Gabe's for only a dollar, but there is more variety on their website.


I've had France on the brain lately, with the naming my new line of recycled wool elephants, a wonderful little film I watched the other day, Le Ballon Rouge and yesterday I fell in love with recycled burlap upholstery. Unfortunately, the going rate for vintage french grain sacks on ebay is horrendous, but I can still hope some on my many treasure hunts. Anyway, here's what I've been thinking about...

From Flea Market Syle...can you tell this is my new favorite book?

location 424

I am in love with this incredible lady, Lyn Gardener, owner of Empire Vintage in Melbourne Australia. Her home, a renovated mattress factory is full of inspiration and right in line with my vision of vintage decor.

day of love

i met my partner at an anti-valentines day singles potluck four years ago tomorrow (yikes!) and although he is still against corporate greeting card holidays, i can get my valentines day kicks on the web...with my love of red things

sweet and lovely

i stumbled upon a fabulous site today. One liebemarlene. Stunning vintage fashion with adorable photos and an ebay store to boot. check her out, you won't regret it.