Thursday, April 17, 2014

Thursday Threads

Here's a look at what I've been up to this week for the Etsy and IG shop!

This is prob my fav pattern and fabric!  But since it was my very first time working with it there were a few mistakes..see below
This next one however, is a PERFECTION of a confection!
I call her "Little Miss Cupcake" and she is precious!
Want her?  Head on over to my Etsy store!

Happy Spring Break loves!




Saturday, April 12, 2014

Spring Surprise

Remember when I said I had something really special in the works, and to stay tuned...

I have officially opened an Etsy store!  It's called SweetTeaques and while I'm just getting started, I hope you'll join me on this journey and share your favorite shop finds with others!

Items for sale include vintage kitchenware and glassware, as well as hand painted wedding decor!

Since it's Spring Break and I finally have some time for my own creative projects, I'm hoping soon to get several more handmade vintage style items up for sale.
I spent today hand crafting this vintage-style apron (made from a vintage pattern) and can't wait to create oh so many more!  Here's where I need your help!  Follow my shop on FB, and Favorite my store on Etsy.  Also follow my shop on Instagram @sweetteaques.  Help me get to 200 FB and IG followers and I will GIVE AWAY one of these vintage-style cuties!
Look at all these fun fabrics I have to create lots of sweet little aprons!  Some are vintage fabrics, most are not, but the pattern is vintage and the end result is just darling! Let's get that Give Away started soon!






Saturday, April 5, 2014

District Flea Opening Day

Today was a GORGEOUS opening day for the District Flea in DC.  Gorgeous as it was, the wind was trying its hardest to keep shoppers and vendors at bay.  Tents were blowing away, racks of beautiful vintage clothing were blown over, and I even heard some smashing glass at one point.  Some vendors didn't stick around, but several stuck it out and were able to make it work, and I'm so glad they did because I snagged some awesome items!
Bought these BEAUTIFUL succulents from a local florist at the market.  Finally able to put my pretty tea tin to good use!  I knew I just couldn't throw it away! I feel awful I don't remember the vendor name, but I will definitely get that info next time I go back!
Stay tuned to see what I've got in store for this gorgeous textile!
Can't wait to get dolled up in this vintage cutie!
I will be pretty in pink dining this vintage skirt!
Also courtesy of Gypsy de La Lune!
Summer is on it's way, and these tiki themed cocktail stirrers will get it going!
Played "Rock, Paper, Scissors," with some YelpDC reps, and won some chapstick, and then just for sharing this photo on IG and Facebook Corey and I won these! (Pictured Below)
Free macaroons from DC Patisserie and a $50 gift certificate to Speak Vintage! Perfection!





Friday, April 4, 2014

Opening Day

Whew, made it through another week, and I apologize there was no Monday Must-Haves.  I can't tell you where the time went.  I am excited to announce though that Spring has emerged, and we kicked things off today in style at the Opening Day at the Washington Nationals Stadium!  (Yup, we were at a ballpark and not work today...everyone needs a personal day though!)  Even though it was chillier than we would have liked, and dreary with the overcast conditions it was great to be back in that stadium eating popcorn, drinking lemonade and cheering for my guys!  Looking forward to an awesome season!

Here I am decked out head to two in my red and white Nats gear! (And yes, I'm wearing my Jayson Werth jersey, but it was cold so my jacket covers it up...)
So Werth, how many homers are you going to hit this year?
And I'm all like ...THIS... whenever you get up to bat!

Annnnywayyyyy, now that you know all about my sports crush, let's move on!  I'm pumped to spend a day in DC with the hubs tomorrow.  We are stoked to check out the first District Flea of the season, and hope to score some fun goodies.  Speaking of...I've got some pretty special stuff in the works!  Something new that I'm hoping to launch very soon, so stay tuned for details! After the flea, I'm hoping to swing around the tidal basin to take in the cherry blossoms before heading home to work on some spring projects.

I hope Spring has sprung in your world too and that you're back on the path to fun and adventure as the sun comes back to play!  Can't wait to find some great deals tomorrow and share them with you soon.