Best of Etsy: Business Cards Vol. 2

Do you like looking at the design of people’s business cards?  Whenever I attend a big event and business cards are being swapped, I love check out the design and colors that other designers have on their cards.  I really think that a business card should convey a bit about your style and/or personality and should be a design that stands out.

 

I love  my business cards, but it’s almost time for me to restock my supply so I’m looking at some new options.  I want something that is bright and colorful and a bold pattern.  In doing my research, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite business card designs to share with you.  I found all of these on Etsy which is where I got my existing cards from.

1) MalloryHopeDesigns

 2) PipersPlace1

 3) Deidamiah

4) StudioS

5) Charming Elizabeth

6) ColorLinks

7) SeedtoSprout

8) iPaper

9) LetterLoveDesigns

10) PiperPlace1

11) TreasuresinInk

12) MadLucyPaper

 

There are hundreds of business card designs available on Etsy so if you’re in the market for business cards take a moment to check it out.  I know you’ll find a card that speaks to you!

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Lakewood Antiques Market–A Treasure Trove

Just about every month I share the highlights and my purchases from my visit to Scott Antique Market.  Scott’s is considered one of the finer antique and flea markets in the country so I feel blessed that it comes to Atlanta every month.  I also feel lucky that Atlanta has another great market that opens each month, the weekend after Scott’s.  Yes, I get to spend two weekends out of each month shopping for all kinds of vintage treasures.

Lakewood Antiques Market is open the third weekend of each month, Friday, Saturday and Sunday and while it is smaller than Scott’s it is still a treasure trove for vintage accessories, tabletop pieces, furniture, linens and collectibles.  Perfect for an Etsy shop, design projects or crafting.

This month Lakewood had lots of great buys, so much so that after spending Friday shopping with my friends Tina and Dorothy, I had to go back for round two on Saturday with the hubby. (The fact that I was buying a mirror that saw super heavy had nothing to do with taking the hubby along )

I wish all of you could be here to shop these great markets with me each month, but I know that’s not possible.  So instead I’ll share some of the pieces Lakewood had to offer.  Enjoy the virtual shopping trip.

This wood wall plaque made from an old wine barrel was really cool.

 

It’s not secret that I love clipboards and I thought the idea of painting one with chalkboard paint was pretty great.

 All around Lakewood there were lots of old vintage signs.  I especially loved this one.

 My love of vintage scales grew even deeper when I saw this beauty.

Another great vintage sign.

Lots of vendors at Lakewood upcycle furniture pieces.  This dresser was upholstered on all sides in an old quilt  with really pretty crystal knobs.

Vintage hardware and lots of it.

 Cool architectural elements and a few old corks thrown in for fun.

  I loved this painted dresser.  My friend Tina scored the exact same piece at Goodwill for little or nothing and is in the process of putting her DIY stamp on it.

While Lakewood does not have the amount of true antiques that Scott’s does, this piece was a show stopper.  This mirrored armoire had to stand about 10′ high and had the most beautiful curves and details.  The mirror was in pristine condition.  The dealer was asking $1299.00 which I thought was a MAJOR steal!

 I loved this hand painted dresser.  The top drawer and the legs really made it.

 Vintage shoe lasts, great as an accessory on a bookshelf or table vignette.

 There were two sets of these iron gates which could be great as wall décor or used as a decorative divider in a doorway.  The pair was going for $225.00.

 This super size jar was really pretty.  A great shelf sitter.

 Loved these spools of vintage tinsel.

 I’m a sucker for vintage storage bins and really wanted this piece.

Tina and I met a new friend, Hilary who is also known as The Purse Lady.  She shows at both Scott’s and Lakewood and has the most impressive collection of vintage handbags I’ve seen.  If I died in her booth it would be the next best thing to heaven.

 Stunning glass front cabinet doors!

 Very cool vintage table with pull out extensions.

 Loved this chair and thought it would make for a great DIY project.

 I’m still kicking myself that I didn’t buy this vintage paper holder.  It was gone on Saturday when I went back for it.  Lesson learned!

 Large ship wheels which would look great over the bed at a beach front home.

 Vintage crates of all kinds…

and vintage rulers in all colors.

I bought a few of these vintage keys for my jewelry designs.

 Drink crates stacked high.

A basket full of vintage tennis rackets.  Loved the ones with the covers.

More vintage signs.

A great collection of luggage (sorry for the blur)

I loved most of these vintage clocks but thought they were a bit overpriced.

And just in time for spring picnics, this collection of vintage picnic baskets!

As I said, this months Lakewood show was the bomb.  I walked away with a 4′ x 3′ arch top mirror for $20, several brass planters and urn for $5.00 each, silver trays that I snagged for $3.00 and a few other goodies that will be showing up in the shop soon.

I can’t wait for next months Lakewood show.  One of the halls is going through a renovation and will be expanded to include even more vendors, which means more shopping~

Until my next shopping adventure….

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Perfect Pillow Pairings

The right balance of pattern, color, scale and texture!

Crate and Barrel Beaded Pillow, Z Gallerie Elton Pillow, Crate and Barrel Cozy Yellow Pillow

Pier 1 Cabana Geometric Pillow, West Elm Love Bird Pillow, Cost Plus World Market China Garden Floral Pillow

 Etsy Blue and Grey Chevron Pillow, Etsy Blue Floral Pillow, Home Decorators Delaney Pillow

Etsy Geometric Floral Pillow, Etsy Black and White Trellis Pillow, Etsy Black and White Houndstooth Pillow

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Treasure Hunting: Scott Antique Market

It’s Monday and while I am happy to see the start of a new week, I really wish I could go back to bed. I have never had trouble adjusting to daylight saving time but yesterday and this morning have been rough.  Anyone else having a hard time adjusting???

Friday was my monthly outing to Scott Antique Market.  I spent a bit of time shopping this market and purchased some goodies for my ConfettiStyle Designs Etsy shop.   I also picked up a few business cards from new furniture resources I hope to use in a design project down the road.  The show this month was great and the vendors were all heavily stocked with new items.

Here’s what I saw and bought…

  

I really liked these globes turned light pendants.  Such fun for a kids space or boys bedroom.

These lamps stopped me in my tracks.  They had to be about 5′ tall!

There are lots of great pieces just waiting for a DIY project.

Boy would I love this vintage wood feed bin for storing ribbon and craft supplies.

This vintage bamboo dining table was AMAZING!  The dealer snagged it in Palm Beach and had it marked at $1200.

Loved this tall vintage bottle drying rack.

More and more pillow designers are showing at Scott’s and this vendor had a great selection to choose from!

There are quite a few vendors that sell vintage grain sacks.  Some are classic and French while other are bold and graphic and from the USA.  I purchased two more subdued patterns for $4.00 each.  Yea me!

This cabinet was amazing.  Check out the paneled front and brass hardware.  The inside was left in its natural stain finish which provided a great contrast to the outside.

If you’re in the market for a map, you’ll find what you need at Scott’s.

The good thing about the Scott market is that you can find just about anything from true and rare antiques to mid-century modern looks.  This mirrored console was stunning.

I can think of so many great uses for this vintage bucket.  First would be filling it with a bunch of hydrangea.

A chest of drawers cut down and turned into an upholstered coffee table.

Old ammunition box that went from this….

to a cute little foot stool!

A drawer turned end table.  Pretty clever!

Loved this headboard and pillow.

Vintage letters were everywhere at this show.  This vendor had a ton of letters in all fonts, sizes and colors.

This French jug made for an adorable lamp.

A great looking chandelier made from a vintage basket.

I loved the upholstery on this chair, burlap back, linen front and patterned welting.

Lots of vintage yarn and thread spools up for grabs!  A couple came home with me.

Love the vibrant colors of these pillow covers!

Just in time for spring, these baskets would be great for creating a unique front door flower arrangement.

And a few other trinkets I bought for my shop.

I’m a sucker for wood printing blocks and gathered up the letters to spell out Happy Everything.  This is my new motto!

Lakewood Antiques market is coming up this weekend so that means I need to get some sleep so I’ll be in top shape for more shopping.

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Design Trend: Antlers

Seems that the Antler décor trend is not just relegated to cabins and rustic décor.  Antlers have become fashionable and have gone mainstream.

My personal decorating style does not include the antler look but I can appreciate and admire the charm and eclectic touch they add to a room.  I especially like them as part of a gallery wall arrangement, when they are used to create a chandelier or when they are  incorporated into tabletop décor.

Here’s a little Antler Inspiration to finish off the week.  Enjoy!

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For those of you that love the look of antler décor, I’m sharing a great resource for stylish antler wall plaques.

My friend Sarah over at UpscaleDownhome started buying and making antler plaques last year and sold them in her Etsy shop. She combines vintage fabrics and materials with the antlers and then mounts them on decorative wood plaques. She also makes antler curtain tiebacks.   Sarah has created a nice business with her antlers and is continually adding new styles because these babies sell so quickly!  I urge you to head over to her shop and check it out and while you’re there, take a peek at all the fabulous vintage finds she has for sell too!

Here are a few of my favorite UpscaleDownhome styles…

Vintage Deer Antler Mount with Green Military Wool by UpscaleDownhome

Vintage Deer Antler Mount WhiteSweater by UpscaleDownhome

Vintage Deer Antler Mount with Chalkboard Paint and Black Plaid by UpscaleDownhome

Antler Tiebacks by UpscaleDownhome

Have a fabulous weekend and check back tomorrow for my weekend reads!

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Entertaining Idea: Balloon Decor

If you’re looking for inexpensive but impactful ways to decorate for your next party or event, I’d suggest you take a look at one of the oldest party décor items around, The Balloon!

Balloons have always been associated with birthday bashes but these days there are so many other stylish ways to incorporate balloons into any party occasion!

   RESOURCES:

Metallic Balloons–PaperMart

Perfectly Round Balloons–BonFortune

Pearlized Balloons–Oriental Trading Co.

Balloon Tassels–The Flair Exchange

How to make Confetti Balloons

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What to Do with Baking Supplies When You Don’t Bake

Ok, I know I am not the only one who roams the aisles of HomeGoods and TJMaxx looking for inexpensive decorative accessories and comes home with a bag full of the adorable baking supplies.  Lately my obsession has been with cupcake liners AND the only problem with that is that I don’t bake!!!

Well, there is a method to my madness!  Upon seeing stacks of cute and inexpensive cupcake liners sitting on the store shelves I started thinking about other creative ways I could use them.  After all they are just pieces of  patterned paper and patterned paper can be used in lots of ways, right?  As that thought was running through my head the idea hit me…use them to decorate wrapping paper.

So here  it is, my latest Gift Wrap Inspiration using Cupcake Liners!

THE INGREDIENTS:  Decorative Cupcake Liners

 

Solid Color Wrapping Paper

My new favorite Paper Ribbon from PaperJacks

THE PROCESS: 

Wrap your gift box in the wrapping paper

Wrap a band of Paper Ribbon around the box

Create a Paper Ribbon bow and attach it to the center of the box

Iron your Cupcake Liners flat with an iron set on low heat

Attach the Cupcake Liners randomly over the surface of the box with double-sided tape

THE RESULTS: A Pretty Darn Cute Gift!

I’m going to love wrapping gifts with all the cupcake liners I bought, and if I ever decide to take up baking cupcakes I’m ahead of the game!

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5+1Simple and Sweet Valentine Gift Wrap Ideas

When it comes to wrapping Valentines gifts, I’m loving these simple & sweet ideas!

A chic chevron printed bag with black and white twine and a hand stamped tag!  Perfect for holding sweet treats or gift cards!

What could be more old school than a brown paper lunch bag with a handcrafted arrow of love!

As someone who loves to collect vintage keys, this wrapping idea is right up alley.  A note letting your loved one know they are the key to your heart is all that’s needed!

I LOVE this idea which you could create with stickers or a little DIY hand painting!

What’s better than a can full of  hearts, especially when it has a glittered love message!

And if you’re wondering how I wrapped the gift for my Valentine, here it is…simple and sweet!

White embossed wrapping paper tied with a red and white chevron ribbon and a red pom-pom.  I added a king playing card, a vintage ticket and a heart tag to finish it off.

Kraft tags with red glitter heart available here!

Check out my Valentine DIY heart project here and my Valentine table inspiration here!

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