To Have and to Hold... Wedding Registry (Part II)

1. Red and White Love Tree by gypsyandtwink
2. Family Time - set of 6 screenprinted placemats by 12gypsies
3. Personalized Thank You Cards by lepapierdesigns
4. Royale - Original Map Painting by rachelaustin
5. Ferris Wheel and Russian Dolls Votive Duo by maryink

It's Your Lucky Day

1. Ellie by Lucky Life
2. Lucky Charm by neltak
3. Small Fortune coin purse by Victore NYC
4. Melamine-Plate Lucky Elephant by selda
5. Astrology Zodiac Cute Animals Blank Note Cards by Cuore

To Have and to Hold

:: Fairest of them all - silk taffeta wedding dress by hollystalder
:: Rockcandy ribbon trimmed rose garter by Garter Lady
:: Will you be my bridesmaid card designed by Oh Joy!
:: Coptic bound sage green wedding guest book by paperiaarre
:: 18k Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring Set by nina dinoff
:: Antique Golden Topaz Crystal Earrings by 1ofmykind
:: Will You Marry Me tiny text bowl engagement box set by palomas nest

Clear Pink by Erinn Johnson

Erinn Johnson, Yardley, PA, USA Brand: Clear Pink Blogs: clearpink.blogspot.com Shop: clearpink.etsy.com Unique Boutique, Yardley PA

I can't remember the last time I received a hand written note in the mail. Erinn's string tie notecards are prefect for a "just writing to say hello" note - sure to brighten anyone's email-full day!

"My name is Erinn Johnson and I live in Yardley, Pennsylvania with my husband and four children who are ages 8, 6, 4, 3. They are a ton of fun and interesting but they all keep my pretty busy.

"In my prior life (pre-children) I was a graphic designer and taught undergraduate design. I loved being a designer. One of my favorite parts of the design process was working with paper and color.

"To keep my sanity and a bit of my own identity, I like to work with paper, garden, read, cook and knit."

“I have always loved making cards. I remember making them for my husband when we were in high school.”

1. What do you call yourself? (e.g., Independent designer, crafter, maker, artist) All the above.

2. What inspires you? How do you get past crafter's block? Everyday things inspire and stimulate me. I find ideas by looking at prints, paper, magazines, things that are all around us. If something is not working, I just leave it for a bit and try to do something else and get back to it when the time is right.

3. What tool(s) can't you live without? My cutting mat and x-acto.

4. Who is your idol, current craft-crush? I love what Amy Carol at Angry Chicken does.



5. How long have you been doing this? I have always loved making cards. I remember making them for my husband when we were in high school. I made all of our children's birth announcements and have made our Christmas cards for the past 3 years. After the first Christmas card I made for us, I began to make them for friends. The note cards just recently evolved. It seems like a natural thing for me. A love of good paper has always been a constant for me. Selling the cards is a great way for me to support my paper habit.

6. Where did you learn your craft? I have always done "crafty things". If I see something I like I just figure out how to make it work, so times it is an easy process, sometimes not.

7. Do you do this full-time? If not, what pays the bills? Part-time I take care of my kids but, I am hoping to turn this into full time, it is still new.

8. How would you describe your style? Clean and simple.

Crafto-File

It's amazing how a couple of super cute craft finds can motivate you to get organized!


:: Small memo pockets by Kasaa - I love accordion pockets!
:: Address File Box by UglyKitty - File cards are made out of reclaimed paper. Hurry only 1 in stock!
:: Sushi Large Fabric Pushpins by fabricfarrago - Sushi pushpins? Why not!
:: Bird Paperweight by chini - Perfect for anchoring my scattered post-it notes!
:: Magnets - Posies/Flow by artbynaomi - Can be used on a fridge or on a metal board.
:: Felted Wool Pencil Cup by Papaver Vert - Perfect for holding just about anything!

Autumn to May by Jennifer

Jennifer, Maryland, USA Brand: Autumn to May Shop: autumntomay.etsy.com

I was first introduced to the world of "Shabby Chic" by Rachel Ashwell and quickly fell in love with its understated romance. I stumbled upon Jennifer's Autumn to May shop and was instantly drawn to her vintage inspired style.

“We had a tradition in our family from the time I was very young that each year for Christmas we had to hand-make one gift for each person in the family. I think that's probably where it started for me.”

Shabby Accordion Album in Decorative Tin: "This album is truly special! It is by
far one of my most favorite things that I have created in a long time. It has
so many special details – just add photos and you’ve got a gorgeous keepsake."

I also love her gift card envelopes - now you can give a giftcard without feeling impersonal and unoriginal!

Vintage-Inspired Gift Card Envelope: "Each envelope is hand crafted from reproductions of vintage French postcards and then distressed to give
them a time-worn look. Postcards are sewn together and adorned with ribbon,
twine or seam binding and other lovely embellishments."

1. What do you call yourself? (e.g., Independent designer, crafter, maker, artist) I never really thought about it, but I guess I would say I'm a crafter or independent designer.

2. What inspires you? How do you get past crafter's block? Magazines, billboards, words, art, music, nature...I think inspiration is everywhere! You just have to be willing to "see" and absorb it. The best place to find it is in the everyday things that most people don't even notice. I think the best way to get past a block is to get out of your own way - take a break, do something else and come back to whatever you were working on when it feels right. I have learned through experience that nothing will turn out right if you try to force it.

3. What tool(s) can't you live without? The list is long...but if I had to just name a few, it would be my sewing machine, cardstock, craft knife and adhesive.

4. Who is your idol, current craft-crush? Hmmm, well I've always been a huge fan of Ali Edwards (life artist) - her stuff really inspires me. I'm also so inspired by Lotta Jansdotter, Amy Butler, and of course, Martha Stewart.

5. How long have you been doing this? I have been making "things" for as long as I can remember. My parents were both crafty, do-it-yourselfers and instilled that in me. We had a tradition in our family from the time I was very young that each year for Christmas we had to hand-make one gift for each person in the family. I think that's probably where it started for me. Now my siblings and I have the same tradition in our own families.

6. Where did you learn your craft? My very talented mom was my first teacher. I certainly picked up other lessons and pursued other interests along the way, but I think the things I make now are really a reinvention or interpretation of the nostalgia I feel for those early lessons in crafting from my youth.

7. Do you do this full-time? If not, what pays the bills? No, I also have a full-time job with a University.

8. How would you describe your style? Vintage shabby

Sew & Tell

Perfect gifts for the seamstress.


:: The Tailor of Untold Tales Pocket Mirror by Lilymoon
:: I Heart Sewing Note Cards by artlife
:: Starfruit Needlebook Pincushion by Handmade Pretties
:: Sewing Machine Hand Carved Rubber Stamp by craftpudding
:: Windmills of poems and lace print by Lilymoon