joy in the small things

"write me back"

Recently, I had the joy of finding an interesting hidden treasure where I work...

This is what I found...

Naturally, the first thing I did was dig up the website! What I found intrigued me!! Somehow he/she has found a way to reveal the artist in him/herself and others. 

This is how it works...

 This Artist handcrafts beautiful postcards through various mediums. (I believe them to be handcrafted! They appear to be.) Above the printed image on the front of the post card a question, quote, something to inspire is hand written. Mine read "... I can't wait to go shopping. I could use some fresh man-magnets..." Wait... is this something I have said in the past? I was taken back and surprised!! This sounds exactly like something I would say! 

When you flip the card over you find only three words... "write me back" Such a simple and humble request. It pulled at my emotions. I felt this had been created and left specifically for me. The quote. The request. To make it even simpler the card has been addressed and postage placed. 

"write me back"

Suddenly, my minds starts spinning through the spirals of emotion, people, places and creativity this inter-twines. This art follows his/her individual travels, holds handcrafted art in the physical postcards, and adds a touch of adventure through the secret placement in such public places.  Travel, Art and Adventure. Through this self expression he/she is also encouraging creativity and a sense of mystery in the finder. Inspiration is passed from one person to a second and they will likely never meet, speak, or even know each others name. 

Indirectly Intimate

Now I face the ultimate question... do I keep the card for myself ... or add to the artform... 

I do know I went shopping...

The Pink Button

Please take a look at this Artist's Website. Enjoy.... 

http://pobox98881.typepad.com

Friendsgiving... 10 Days Late

This was my first Thanksgiving away from my Family Farm in Arkansas. Given my humble roots, a country styled Thanksgiving would only be proper. 

Every Dish was Homemade by my amazing talented friends and myself. It was the best Thanksgiving Spread I have seen in years. Definitely stood comparable to any family dinner I have partaken in. 

This Kitchen may never look the same!

Happy Holidays!

Personal Day Out of the Past

As the result of an uneasy evening and a night of sleeplessness, I decided to opt for a Personal Day from work. To my pleasure, Out Of The Past was recommended to me. I walked in only knowing it was packed from floor to ceiling of unorganized aged treasures. I didn't expect to be entering my own land of Antique Bliss! 

Naturally I scooped out the Button Collection. It was small, but contained some impressive works. 

Hot Air Balloon TV Tray. 

Floor to Ceiling. Shelf to Shelf. This Glory Land was in fact Packed!

This is an extremely limited Wicked Witch of the West Motion Sensative Statue. This happens to be 1 of 500 produced for the Film's 50th anniversary. This piece will be mine someday. 

As a girl raised during the 90s these little guys will always hold a place in my heart. 

Disney Soft Spot

Piles. 

She had some great Wizard of Oz pieces I have never seen before. The packaging was honestly in great condition. I plan to seek out more of these specific collections. 

As a connoisseur of music, the owner has quite the impressive record and music paraphernalia assortment. 

My favorite shot.

Last but not least... beads, buttons and trim!

The perfect use of my Personal Day. 

Hot Air Balloon Earrings.

Bird's Eye View Earrings by Anthropologie! A must have for a Balloon Lover like myself!

Vintage Handcrafted Buttons.

Tarina Tarantino.

One of my favorite jewelry designers. Her store in NYC was one of my favorites to visit on my lunch breaks. I have one very similar to this. I'll post pictures of a few of my personal pieces some time. 

http://www.tarinatarantino.com/