Treasury Time!

'hello, baby.' by oldgatesfarm

what started as a treasury for new little ones became a collection of vermont-made finds to warm, to decorate, to comfort, to celebrate.

CUSTOM Bowl photography... laughingchildf... $22.00	Aunt Elizabeth's Gi... oldgatesfarm $15.00	ENVY MIX - Falkland top... thespunmonkey $19.00	in my garden at midnigh... bethmueller $48.00
Tote Bag / Teeny Weeny ... BearStitches $16.00	Bobby Pin Duo - Pretty ... SweetAvenueJew... $12.00	Turkey Vulture Postcard shearmoresheep $3.00	Polka Dot Plush Pony CurlysQuilts $20.00
art quilt: chickadee landscapelady $24.00	Chamomile Blossom Loose... CuriousWiccan $3.00	Coffee Cup Cozy Coffee ... ByAThreadVt $10.00	Mosaic Tiles - Yellow M... funkydreamsmos... $4.99
Tree on a Solemn Hill -... Polanshek $75.00	CUSTOM Cocoon laughingchildf... $23.00	Purse Knitted Beaded Sh... DESIGNbyANCE $50.00	Green, Teal, Mauve Colo... prudysknits1 $15.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Friday Finds 6/17 - Weddings Month 3

Friday Finds 6/17 - Weddings Month 3 of 3

I have saved my most favorite wedding theme for the last installment of Friday Finds Weddings.

The following items made by members of the Made in Vermont Etsy Street Team, are perfect for Weddings filled with Romance. I hope you feel the love!

Multistrand Cameo Rose, embroidery lace - Marie Antoinette by Paula Higa
For the Bride, quite possibly the most romantic necklace that ever was. A wonderful piece to set the tone for your love-filled day.

Petite Pink Rose Buds by Egoranites
For your Table Settings, perfect to have as an accent for votives, flower arrangements or sprinkled right on your table. Roses have long been associated as the symbol of true love.

Cell Phone, Camera, Gizmo, Gadget Case with Padding by Bear Stitches
For your Guests, a wonderfully useful case decorated with the quintessential symbol of the ultimate "City of Romance."

Moonlight over the Mountains by Landscape Lady

For your Guest Book Table, a perfect decorative touch , alive with the pinks & purples of a romantic sunset. Lovely touch for a mountain wedding.

Vermont Stone Necklace by Polanshek
For your Bridesmaids, handpicked Vermont stones crafted into a beautiful piece of jewelry that echoes the shape of a heart. A meaningful memento and thank you to your best gals.


The bunting I made for my own Vermont wedding at the amazing Mountain Top Inn.

Margaret Belanger Photography

Friday Finds 5/13- Weddings Month 2

I hope you enjoy the second installment of Friday Finds Weddings! If you'd like to view the first, please click here.

Whether you are a planning a Vermont wedding or are a native Vermonter wishing for special touches from home, Friday Finds Weddings is for you!

Month 2 features Retro & Vintage themed items of the Made in Vermont Etsy Street Team

Spring Green Earrings by Courtney Reckord

For the Bride, striking sterling silver disks that have been textured for dimension. Beautiful cabochons of malachite are set on each disk. These earrings evoke the mod style of the 1960's & 70's. Very groovy.

Wooden Handle Purse in French Blue with Brown Dots by Bela Bags .

For your Bridesmaids, the retro chic Willow bag. The Willow has the great retro style of the 1940's & 50's with fresh & funky modern fabrics. This purse is also completely reversible. A wonderful thank you to your best girls for being a special part of your special day.

Fabric Button Bobby Pin in Turquoise and White by Nicole Carey

For your Flower Girls, how about a super fun fabric button bobby pin? Nicole's Threads has many colors & patterns sure to match your day & look fabulous in photos. If you are planning on Reds & Pinks for your flowers, the turquiose and white color combination would be a great contrast.

VT, Love and Snowflakes Postcard by Shearmoresheep

For your Reception, the vintage apres-ski, warm lodge vibe of this postcard is so cozy! These would be great to have at your guest book table for your guests to send to you throughout the year. If you are planning a winter wedding in Vermont, this postcard would also make a great Save-the-Date.

10 Wooden Bowling Pins and Large Felted Wool Ball by Allthingsimple

For your Guests, (especially the younger set,) a simple & beautiful game that is perfect for indoor entertainment. Includes a set of 10 Wooden Bowling Pins and a lovely felted wool ball. A great touch of classic fun!

Here is a moment from my own Vermont Wedding at the wonderful Mountain Top Inn. We went old school with the canoe!

Margaret Belanger Photography

Fun Finds 09/06/2011 - Gifts from the Green Mountains

Maple Leaves with Vines and Flowers - Dark Green

Embossed Handmade Ceramic Mosaic Tiles

by: funkydreamsmosaics Essex Junction, VT

 

Kindle, Nook WOOL Case with Padding

by: BearStitches; NEK Vermont

 

Green Zebra Jasper, Prehnite, China Jade, and Copper Necklace

by: kristenvarian Vermont

Birch Branch Pair of Rustic Hooks Woodland Natural Decor

by:  vermontbranchcompany, Vermont

 

white stoneware flower hoop earrings in kiwi 

by:   potterylottery Wolcott, VT

camel's hump 

by: landscapelady south burlington, vermont

Spring Greens Earrings 

by: Sunshine Cottage  Saxtons River, VT

Fresh from Vermont lavender eye pillow in Woodland green  

by:Lalaville Manchester, VT 

Friday Finds: For Mom

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 8th. Do you know what you are buying your mother yet? If not, there is still time to pick out that special present. Here are some handmade items that would make wonderful Mother's Day presents.

Aromatherapy Bath Bombs 2 pack

by Curious Wiccan

Kindle Nook Case with Padding

Bear Stitches

20% off everything in shop. Use coupon Code: MOTHER

Enameled Flower and Copper Necklace

by kristenvarian

Quilted Cruz eReader Cover Forest Batik

By A Thread

Copper Twig with Purple and Green Glass Leaves

by Hickory Squirrel Jewelry

birches by the lake quilted wallhanging

by Landscapelady

Friday Finds 4/15- Weddings Month 1

Planning a Vermont wedding? Are you a native Vermonter wishing for a touch of home on your big day?

Friday Finds Weddings is meant for you!

As a bride who planned her Vermont wedding from way down in Maryland, I know the challenge of finding local, handmade items perfect for your unique event. This is the first of 3 monthly installments of Friday Finds Weddings, each showcasing a particular theme and/or setting and featuring the items of the Made in Vermont Etsy Street Team.

Month 1 showcases Nature Theme/Outdoor Setting

Blue and Green Enameled Earrings by Kristen Varian

For the Bride, these teardrop shaped earrings have been enameled in a lovely blue with green glass "lumps" fired on top. Perfect colors to compliment a background of green mountains & blue sky.

Bobby Pins - Strawberry Mint - Set of Three by Sweet Avenue Jewelry

For your Bridesmaids, this sweet set of three bobby pins includes a mint green bird, a watermelon pink chrysanthemum, and an angelskin pink rose, all set on brass toned bobby pins.

Sweet Strawberry Kanzashi Hair Clip Set by Louleeluv

For your Flower Girl, a set of 4 adorable red, pink and white clips. This particular color combination would be a lovely compliment to your wedding flowers, especially peonies & roses. Be sure to check out Louleeluv's MIVEST Giveaway!

Personalized Wedding Mailbox - Card Holder by One Hip Sticker Chic

For your Gift Table, a premium steel mailbox that is US Postmaster approved so you can use this as a mailbox at your new home~ how cool is that?! This item can be personalized with your wedding colors and will keep your cards safe & sound in the event of windy conditions.

Natural Rustic Personalized Branch Sign for Weddings by Vermont Branch Company

For your Reception, a hand lettered and then wood burned sign, finished with homemade beeswax finish. This sign is selectively harvested birch. Vermont Branch Company loves custom orders can make signs according to your specifications.

What themes and settings would you like to see featured in future Friday Finds Weddings? Leave a comment and let me know! Here is one of my favorite moments captured from my own wedding at the wonderful Mountaintop Inn & Resort.

Margaret Belanger Photography

Cloud Mobile Giveaway WINNER!

I am thrilled to announce that the winner of Cozy Noggin's first MIVEST giveaway is "T". The winner was chosen using Random.Org's True Random Number Generator. YAY! My birdies are so excited to fly away to their new home.

A special thank you to all who entered, I loved learning your favorite items from the shop. I look forward to keeping you all in the loop via Cozy Noggin's facebook page!

Don't forget to enter in for Louleelov's giveaway!

ENJOY your day,

Anne from Cozy Noggin

Canary Yellow Kanzashi Headband- Giveaway from Lou Lee Luv

Hello this is Lily from Lou Lee Luv doing a special April Giveaway! The Lou Lee Luv Etsy Shop features handmade accessories for Newborn, Toddlers, Children, Teens and Adults from original design crochet hats to hand sewn fabric flower headbands.

This giveaway is for a one of a kind silk canary colored Kanzashi inspired flower headband. It is adorned with green petal leaves with a glittering crystal accenting the center. This green satin ribbon wrapped 5mm is perfect for the little princess who prefers her locks away from her face or the lady who wants a touch of Spring added to her look for the day.

To enter follow these 3 easy steps:
(1) Go to the Lou Lee Luv Facebook Fan Page and become a fan by "liking" Lou Lee Luv. Or, if you are already a fan of LouLeeLuv onFacebook, share the Lou Lee Luv Facebook page by posting it in your status
(2) Go to the Made in Vermont Etsy Street Team Facebook Page and become a fan by "liking" Made in Vermont Etsy Street Team. If you are already a fan of share the Made in Vermont Etsy Street Team Facebook page by posting it in your status
(3) After doing steps 1 and 2, leave your name (as it appears on Facebook) and email in a comment on this post

The winner will be posted on this blog Sunday, April 17, and will be contacted by email the same day. Winner will be chosen at random using True Random Number Generator. Best of luck to everyone!!