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Brainstorming a Vintage Name

2011-10-13T18:38:00.004-05:00

If any of you have read much of my blog you will know that I've been dreaming of opening a brick and mortar store. I've had a few opportunities but it was never the perfect one to fit into the plans of my Maker. from FishBones1

Now I have the opportunity once again but need a name! This will be a partnership with a good pal of mine and will be located in the upstairs loft area of a current home decor store and we are looking for the perfect name! Idea's we've stormed or words anyway...attic, loft, modern relics, vintage loft, the loft, nest, nesting, renest but I feel they've all been used? or maybe I'm being hypercritical? What are your ideas, words, takes? from StreetTreasure

Do we go really out there like The Pink Elephant, classic like Modern Relics? Homey like The Swallows Nest? HELP!

Rainy Afternoon/Bullfrogs

2011-05-12T12:35:00.000-05:00

I've always had a thing for frogs and toads. Rescuing them out of our window wells so they didn't' meet a frying in the sun fate, saving them from the neighborhood baseball game, I even made a frog piggy bank in high school pottery-Oh yeah and I named my store after them! In October we moved from our home that was also home to many, many, many toads....on any given night you could count 35+ toads sitting in our driveway catching bugs.

No one was allowed to pull into the driveway after dusk, Toad Crossing by ButtermilkHollow

I combed our yard and caught toads prior to mowing...get the picture? All winter I've been worried about whether or not we'd have toads at our new house, maybe worried isn't the right word-more curious and brainstorming how to attract them.

Toad Palace by ClaySoul

Last night we had a beautiful thunderstorm and it has carried into an afternoon shower, opening my window I was super excited to hear BULLFROGS! My house is finally home (weird huh?)

Pay it Forward

2011-03-19T16:52:00.002-05:00

My family and I have been so truely blessed this year.
It may have come in an unexpected way and at an unexpected time,
it may have not been written in MY plan but HIS plan!

I am joining Jeane
from Junxtaposition
in 2011's Pay it Forward.

Here is how it works...
The first FIVE people to comment on this blog post
(don't forget to leave an email address!)
will receive a gift from me, either handmade or vintage.

In return you must FIRST write a blog post
explaining Pay it Forward 2001,
then send out a handmade (or vintage) gift to the first five visitors
who comment on your post!

Please do not pressure yourself or worry yourself about the gift, give with a joyful heart and it will be a joyful experience!

"It's not the size of the gift that matters,

but the spirit of paying it forward."

Ranger Retailer!

2011-03-07T12:22:00.002-06:00

Its been a long 4 months since I've posted, but I'm back with some great news! I am now a retailer of Ranger Products! That means when you need anything from Distress Crackle to a Beeswax melting pot to jewelry embellishments to scrapbooking papers....I am your woman!

Ranger bring you Jim Holtz, Adirondack, Idea-ology and many many more, check them out here, and them check back in my Etsy shop and see what I have listed! (You can contact me for special orders as well!)

Failures vs. Setbacks

2010-10-06T15:44:00.003-05:00

The weekend of my first physical sale has come and gone...how did the sale go?? It didn't. After spending all summer readying the garage, house and inventory the store will not open. I didn't say will never open, however things didn't quite come together as planned.1934 Vintage Uncle Sam Toy Cash Register, by Durable Toy and Novelty by calloohcallay

First to come about was my husband's new job offer, that includes housing. Okay fine, we'll move, find a renter and continue to use the garage as a store. Sounds all well and good until I start thinking, would I really like living 10 ft from someone a store, what happens when someone stops in "on the fly" to shop? What happens when I'm at the store and have to go to the bathroom or use the sink?

Vintage FOR RENT sign tin metal rusty red by MySeriousSide

As bummed as I am, I know that everything happens for a reason. I put some of the inventory at Red Roof Antiques in North Platte, added some inventory to my booth at Accent's Etc here in McCook, and will continue online. When the opportunity arises to do a physical store again, yes I will jump at it, because it really is what I long to do.

As Steven Tyler has said time and time again "Life is a journey, not a destination" What fun would it be if life was all smooth sailing?

Through the Viewfinder Photograph 5x5 by jillruthandco

Did my store fail? NO!

I fully believe that the timing was wrong, when the good Lord see's the timing as right, things will fall smoothly in place. Setbacks are His way of showing us He is really the one in control and if we fully give our lives to Him amazing things will happen!

Faith Color Block Wooden Cross by MagnoliaMarket

"Be assured and understand that the trial and proving of your faith
bring out endurance and steadfastness and patience."
James 1: 3

19 days okay, maybe 33 days

2010-09-06T09:48:00.006-05:00

The sale is going to be pushed back to the 15th of October!

Tying tags, sweeping the floor, making fliers, finishing up furniture pieces, panicking. School has started, fall yard work needs done. Baby is walking now too. Oh yeah did I mention we are moving into a new home?

This is going to be a busy busy 33 days! I am so excited for the sale, nervous that no one will show up, but look at all they will be missing!

This amazing green cupboard will be hard to part with, so will this white and red set (perfect for a creation room!)

White shelf I'd love to keep for my daughters shabby chic room (there is a fabric covered foam board insert, with interchangeable fabric, bulletin board style!)

beachy chairs

dining room table

and so much more!

We've been spending every free moment planning and stocking. There are things we wish would be ready, but won't (that just means surprises for the Christmas sale!)

Somerset Holidays and Celebrations is HERE!

2010-08-20T21:19:00.002-05:00

I was out of town at an auction on Wednesday and my daughter calls and says "were you expecting a package?"

I pause and try to think "which of my Etsy orders came? my tags? my price gun? did I order something else and forgot?"

so sounding like a child on Christmas I say "open it, open it!"

"a bunch of the same magazine, its you know those magazines you love, but a bunch of the same one"

"well what's it say?"
"Somerset Holid-"

"Oh the holiday magazine is here! ooh ooh ooh thank you for calling! Don't ruin them before I get home!"

See I've been so busy with the store, I haven't been all in my head. I completely forgot I ordered magazines to carry! The best part is, they are not in stores until September 1st!

So if you are looking for a beautiful, keep forever until its pages fall out, so much inspiration that you won't be able to pick your first project type of magazine, head HERE and pick up your copy!

If it says Sold Out, check my store home HERE!

I love Easy!

2010-08-10T15:23:00.002-05:00

I have been stalling on the fact I needed to add 'pages' to my blog.

Oh my it was SO easy!

Check out my link underneath the banner, the information in them isn't perfect but the fact that I didn't have to purchase a website and hosting to have both of my store information in one location. Woohoo!

American Pickers...Cherry Style

2010-07-31T16:18:00.004-05:00

Serious business!

We have cherries to last us for years!

He didn't want his picture taken.

What to do, what to do....painting

2010-07-30T11:04:00.003-05:00

I love the way a piece looks after it finally been painted, but choosing the color is a totally different story! I have rarely regretted a color chosen for my own home (with the exception of a bedroom vanity, but it was easily repainted!) but now with the Grand Opening of my store looming in the near future, choosing a color that someone else will want to take home is stressing me out!

I have these pieces haunting me:

My first instinct on this was to just sand and stain, but now I'm thinking a black and leaving the "leather" inserts as it..... opinions?

As you can see, I started to paint this white. As I was painting it said "paint me cobalt blue" then it whispered "orange, orange" now I think possible a lettuce green color, arg it is really a pain when a piece has a split personality!

Ah, and finally this drop leave table. Do I go farmhouse red? steel blue? or standard black? or even a shabby chic white? buttercup yellow? sage green? sigh, what to do what to do!

2 months, 3 days and SO much to do!

2010-07-28T12:26:00.005-05:00

Floors and walls are painted, lighting is waiting to be installed. Some large pieces have been completed, others are waiting to be moved but all is well! Pulling everything together is going to be fun! Here is the start.........

Meanwhile I've been doing some listing on Ebay and Etsy, shop and support this vintage adventure!

DaisyToad's Brick and Mortar Progress

2010-07-12T21:42:00.005-05:00

Two whole months without a blog post, sorry but I've been BUSY! It still doesn't LOOK like I've made much progress, but starting on Monday I should be able to move the large pieces into the store, oh what I have planned! As we speak the interior of the garage is being painted,
the new walk through door was installed this weekend, the toads who lived in my garage have been relocated to a flower patch in my back yard and I sanded and stained the work bench. Over the next few days the floor will be painted (any color suggestions?) and I'll be working on some larger sale pieces.

The Hunt for the Giant Toad

2010-05-10T12:48:00.003-05:00

I have found my giant toad, my little immigrant is on her way from Mexico as we speak. I so wanted to buy a locally made one, but I'll have to settle for handmade. My dad actually stumbled upon a woman who transports these immigrants to Nebraska and sells them for her family in Mexico.

Notice her size compared to the man she sits next to!

Ode to Yo' Momma

2010-05-09T07:39:00.004-05:00

"Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it." (Pr22:6)

Just a few things that remind me of my mom.

Lady Vanity Hot Roller Set from Sunset Side Vintage

Brocade Vanity Set from Long Tall Sally's

Vintage Curling Iron from Vintage Susan Fletcher

Long Leg Panty Girdle from Stelma Designs

Happy Mother's Day!

Mother's Day

2010-05-05T15:53:00.002-05:00

My husband said "Go buy what you want for Mother's Day". Okay, not words of appreciation, but I'll take it and I won't be upset that he didn't painstakingly shop for something, anything that could represent his undying appreciation for me birthing his 3 children and washing his stinky socks-he has been working 14 hr days for the last 2 weeks.

But then my trouble begins. I do the bills, so I know what is in the account to spend. I know I want a corner tv stand and a new computer desk, but I'd also like a pink tool set-ala Tom Boy tools- I figure if they are pink my husband won't steal them!

But since I am mom and will do what is extremely too practical-but will save me a lot of worry and headache-I am getting......a new baby gate. Happy Mother's Day!

Don't Judge Me

2010-05-01T12:36:00.007-05:00

I am super stoked. I finally got the go ahead to open a DaisyToad's Vintage store in my garage. As a work at home mom, I definitely wanted to do this on my own turf. Why? Well first reason of course is no rent, second my kids can still play in their own yard, third I can still choose my hours-well maybe not choosing my own hours-but kind of.

Confused? Of course I will have hours of operation, but I will also be able to be open by appointment and the occasional drive by-or travelers who just spent too much time thrifting and all the vintage and antique stores in town are closed...but they need just one last rush. Am I the only one who's been there?

If you've ever seen my house, you know it will need some sprucing up. This is were the don't judge me comes into play. I am prepared to show you the before pictures so you can appreciate the after pictures even more!

Our house is set backwards on its lot, so this is our backdoor, but first thing you see when you pull up. I want to paint our house yellow, but my husband says it fades too fast, so I'm thinking about blue.....
Also in this picture, my vintage glider awaiting a new coat of paint, my dead asparagus, and a bunch of other stuff that has collected on the deck over the winter-oh yeah and my crooked pine tree!

Oh wait, no this is the first thing you see when you pull up, my husbands retired race car (I'm guessing since I get my store I won't have much say if he wants to race again) I'm not sure what the tractor attachment is for, my new lamps for the garage and mulch for the landscaping-doesn't look like much of an inviting store does it?
This is the shed I get to convert to our tool shed, it needs walls. I'm not sure how to do that, but I'll figure it out somehow! (or hire someone to do it for me then take the credit!)
This is the front of our garage, where my store will be, I don't think I will get the house and garage painted in time for the opening, but I promise it will look better...any suggestions?? The basketball hoops must stay no matter what-as you see I have a future NBA star...And this is the inside of the garage. No that is not how I store my inventory! This is all garage sale stuff, that will be gone in 2 weeks! As you can see we had painted the walls white when we moved in, it will be staying pretty rustic and being updated as money shows up (anyone care to donate?) : )
The door to the garage is on the side, in between the house and the garage, I will be putting cement here and have a nice sitting area.

I have so much to do and so little time to do it, it will be a busy busy summer! I hope to be open November 1st with a Grand Opening the weekend after Thanksgiving.

Any ideas, suggestions or comments?? Don't forget to leave them here!

Winners....FINALLY!

2010-04-15T22:31:00.002-05:00

Ugh I can't believe it has been a whole month since my last post! The winners of the vintage ads are..well is SabrinaHollyVintage!!! Peggy and Vintage, I need contact information for you. Contact me in the next 2 weeks and I'll get you your ads as well! SabrinaHollyVintage -DM me on twitter, or convo my Etsy shop with your mailing address...Congrats!

Don't forget to visit SabrinaHollyVintage.etsy.com and BelezaPhotography.etsy.com and follow her on Twitter! @sabrinaholly

Win a Vintage Magazine Ad!

2010-03-17T14:47:00.005-05:00

As Listen To Me! ramps up for the collage giveaway, I am hosting one myself.

Levi's Ad from Jape

I have a LARGE collection of old magazines, from 1920 and up with amazing ads for just about every product under the sun.

I LOVE old ads, hence the collection of magazines!
but I would love to hear from you what type of ads you would display in your life

In my home it would be baby ads and Case / International Harvester.

I will be giving away ads to 3 different people.

Phase III Ad from AbundantlyCuriousPix

To enter this giveaway - 1 entry each

*****Comment here as to which ad or ad type you are most interested in

*****Follow my blog and comment here that you did

*****Follow me on Twitter and comment here that you did

*****visit DaisyToad's Vintage and find your favorite thing and leave a comment here with a link to your favorite item

*****tweet or blog about this giveaway, and come back to this entry and post another comment with the direct link to the blog entry and/or tweet

*****buy something from DaisyToad's Vintage and come back here to brag about it (with a link!)

FormFit Ad from ImSoVintage

The winner will be drawn on March 31st just before midnight and will be announced here and be contacted by email. Be sure to also include a valid e-mail address when you comment so i can contact you when you win!

Priorities Take 2

2010-03-16T16:26:00.000-05:00

It funny how your priorities can change in a matter of days, weeks or over a period of time.
After a personal battle of what I was being called to do, I have decided I WILL spend more time working.

RollingHillsVintage

When I can contribute even a little financially to the family I feel more of a sense of pride. My husband tells me that he just needs me to care for our family, but my personal struggle will always be wanting it all. I want to be an entrepreneur and I want to be a mother and I CAN do it all, it will just take a bit of planning!

DaKineJunks

We had a family meeting and I expressed what I was feeling and told the family what I was needing from them to help out the process. My husband is busy calving right now, as well as working a new job in which he hopes to be a supervisor in the next few months-meaning he is working crazy hours.I put my toddler in daycare an extra day a week and have committed myself to only working in my shop on those days, not working on housework. Well working as much as my mobile 9 month old will allow! I told my tween that I will now pay her to babysit when I am working on the other days, and gave her a chore list for which she will get an allowance based on the percentage complete.

FunRetro

I am also restructuring my housework schedule to include this extra work day and to include Saturday, prime sourcing day!

Monday-Work
Tuesday-Kitchen, Living Room, Bedrooms
Wednesday-Laundry, Bathrooms
Thursday-Work
Friday-Bathrooms, Office
Saturday-Project day

Sunday-Project day I added project day because I was getting behind on my major to do list, with things such as yard work, cleaning out junk drawer, garage etc.

VeraVague

I am planning on working on the branding of my store, what are the rules on using a published pin up in my branding? Anyone know?-I'm checking into this, I'll let you know!

I improved my shop banner, need to improve my avi's on all my site and switch my blogger banner to the new one.
I am also working on more consistent listing, tracking my hours worked and re figuring my prices to make sure it is all still worth my time : )

Oh yeah and lowering my shipping to First Class and envelope shipping if at all possible, I'm tired of refunding shipping-I'd prefer my customers just to save in the beginning!

My First Giveaway!! Coming Soon....

2010-03-12T18:24:00.001-06:00

In the next few weeks I will be hostessing my first giveaway!!!

Etsy artist Amg Arts is creating a special collage just for Listen to Me followers!

She is a Collage/Mixed Media Artist, studying textile design at NCAD, Dublin, Ireland. Ann says she is inspired by artists such as Lynne Perrella, Holly Harrison, Gwen Diehn, Karen Michel, Barbara Matthiessen, Claudine Hellmuth.

Wait by Ann M. Gorman

'A Multi-Media artist who loves doing journal work, altered books and collages. She enjoys exploring and working with a wide range of different mediums. Has been told her work 'brings alive a dreamlike quality' using vivid colours, intense detail and 'attractive' chaos'.

Please check her out at:

Website

Blog

Facebook

Tumbler

My Eclipse by Ann M. Gorman

Collages shown are not the ones in the giveaway. Giveaway details will be announced when the collage is complete.

What It Takes

2010-03-12T13:13:00.008-06:00

Game of Up and Down by DaisyToad's Vintage

As with any job, selling vintage has its ups and downs. I love what I do, and I do what I love, BUT being self employed is tough. It takes discipline, self control, family support, tons of decision making and LOTS of time.

After I go to big estate sale or score from another great source I am completely energized and motivated. I get pictures taken.......then edit........then wait for a time to list.......and by then (especially in this dumpy dreary weather) I feel lethargic towards my business.

This year I've told myself I am going to up my business to the next level AND be true to my family. It is true in all accounts if you don't take care of yourself you can not take care of anyone or anything else. Why else do you think when in an airplane you are supposed to put your own airmask on first?? Yes, I am comparing being self employed to an emergency air landing.

So far this year to meet my goals I have put my 2 yr old in daycare twice a week. Not without guilt (after all I am a stay at home mom, no wait I AM A WORK AT HOME MOM), but the poor guy it just going stir crazy and driving me mad in the meantime! He is a very active child-climbing on me or any piece of furniture box, anything that he may be able to jump of off, flip over or slam dunk on.

Rainbow Mom Mug by DoNotDestroy

I have a hard time seeing myself as a work at home mom, I'm not sure why. I left work to stay at home, but then I found my passion and a place to pursue it, so I work, and I work hard.

As stating in an earlier post I finally redesigned and printed my new business cards.

I purchased a booth rental in an antique shop.

I tried to set a schedule for everything I need to get done during the week-does it get done? No, but the schedule has been written!

So I guess my biggest struggle is balance, as always, but also acknowledging myself and giving myself the credit I deserve. In 2 years I have had 2 children and grown an online store that made a decent part time income last year. I have been featured in an international magazine. I have been hired by a famous international company to source vintage for them. I have had a website that gets over 1 MILLION hits a month ask to feature me (my store) on their website (more on that later). I am a mom. I am a wife. I am and entrepreneur. I am me. I am DaisyToad's Vintage. (Insert Stuart Smalley)

I am Me with no Apologies by chloeandsophiasmom or Artist Lisa Ferrante

So I will rephrase what it takes to be an online vintage seller (or artist-not without its own set of struggles)

It takes discipline, self control, family support, tons of decision making, LOTS of time, self confidence and an incredibly HUGE set of cajones (balls)

*side note to sister*those things hanging off the rats bottom.

Vintage Croquet Balls by FrenchByDesign

Coming Soon on DaisyToad's Vintage!

2010-03-11T13:08:00.009-06:00

If you follow me on Twitter you may remember me tweeting about priority access to an Estate Sale because of my Grandma's connections.

Turns out it was an amazing sale, with tons of vintage jewelry, paper dolls, a few 20's dresses, just beautiful items....even a late 1800's dress in EXCELLENT condition and a beaded 2 piece flapper dress that was flawless-too bad those went to the historical society.

The proceeds from the estate sale all went to a woman in their family who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer and had a mastectomy the day of the sale.

I only feel right having the proceeds of the sale of the items I bought at the sale going to those battling breast cancer and breast cancer awareness and research.

Here is a sneak peek of my new section at DaisyToad's Vintage

Think Pink:

*****Note added***** after doing some research I have found that this adorable heart brooch is from the early 2000's! Needless to say,I will enjoying it in my personal collection and not sharing it as a gem in my vintage store! Sorry!

So join me in the battle against breast cancer and SHOP VINTAGE!

Business Cards

2010-03-07T20:03:00.004-06:00

I've been without business cards for almost a year now after a rip off job done by an online "friend" (I paid her and she never followed through, now will not return my calls or emails)

Whenever I go to order cards I get overwhelmed, I have a few that I have designed but each site has different size requirement, I find that strange since business cards are the same size for the most part. After hours of working on the design, I go to upload and its wrong.

Tonight I ordered 50 cards from Moo, a little expensive and I didn't need the double sided stuff, but we'll see how they turn out-I've heard wonderful things about them.

After I ordered I ran acrossed a blog called Got A Lot To Give. Its a newish blog, with some great giveaways-of course the one I found it a business card giveaway sponsored by U Printing.

Check out the site, follow them and enter some give aways!!!

Oh yeah and let me know where you get your cards from and what you like and don't like!

Grammy

2010-03-01T13:05:00.000-06:00

My husbands Grammy died this week closing her battle with dementia. Among her items we found this beautiful picture of her on the ship traveling from Detroit to New York. I am planning on getting a large print of this and placing it on my wall. Just thought I'd share!

Still Alice

2010-01-27T20:29:00.003-06:00

Alice in Wonderland Vintage Valentine at DaisyToad's Vintage

I just finished listening to a book on CD called "Still Alice" by Lisa Genova. The book is told by Alice, a Harvard Professor who is diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's disease.

Antique French Name Postcard, Alice, 1906 at DogDayAfternoons

My husband's grandma has Alzheimer's and I wasn't fortunate enough to know her prior to the disease, but as she nears the end of her battle I've wondered how it FEELS to have Alzheimer's. I find myself not knowing how to talk to her or engage her, but listening to this book and Alice's progression through the disease has been a great eye opener. A must read or listen for anyone who knows someone with Alzheimer's.

Early Unused Germany Happy Memories Postcard at ChristmasAngel

Alice's journey shows her progression from being fully aware that something was not right with her mind, to not being able to remember her tea in the microwave, to her awareness of the fact she couldn't remember the names of familiar items all the way to her not being aware of her relationship to the people around her.

Forget me Not Vanity Set at retroemporium

I guess I thought or assumed that an Alzheimer's patient was not aware, I never considered how it was through their own eyes.

Check out this Poem written by Carolyn Haynali

and a prayer written by the same author

Pray for me, I was once like you.

Be kind and loving to me,

That's how I would have treated you.

Remember I was once someone's parent or spouse, I had a life and a dream for the future.

Speak to me, I can hear you even if I don't understand what you are saying.

Speak to me of things in my past of which I can still relate.

Be considerate of me, my days are such a struggle.

Think of my feelings because I still have them and can feel pain.

Treat me with respect because I would have treated you that way.

Think of how I was before I got Alzheimer's; I was full of life, I had a life, laughed and loved you.

Think of how I am now, my disease distorts my thinking, my feelings, and my ability to respond, but I still love you even if I can't tell you.

Think about my future because I used too.

Remember I was full of hope for the future just like you are now.

Think how it would be to have things locked in your mind and can't let them out.

I need you to understand and not blame me, but Alzheimer's.

I still need the compassion and the touching and most of all I still need you to love me.

Keep me in your prayers because I am between life and death.

The love you give will be a blessing from God and both of us will live forever.

How you live and what you do today will always be remembered in the heart of the Alzheimer's Patient.

- by Carolyn Haynali ©3/10/00

100% of the purchase of this Vintage Vera Neuman Scarf at BrassPaperClip goes directly to the Alzheimer's Association!

Making a Living

2010-01-18T21:45:00.003-06:00

Never be so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.

I don't know who said this, but it sticks in my head. I am still in the midst of this process-a reorganization of life and priorities in my life.

Three years ago, I left my well paying job with excellent health insurance to be a stay at home mom. Over those three years I've struggled creating a balance. Managing my home is a full time job, especially with 3 kids and a husband who works 12 hours a day 6-7 days a week. Luckily he is a very active father when is here-for that I am blessed.

I've let my business consume my life, every spare minute is used checking emails, editing photo's, twittering, Etsy forums, researching, blogging.

I'm back to where I was. I am a work at home mom that has gotten caught up in the $$$'s and has forgotten the reason she chose to stay home.

I love my business and will continue, but how do you find balance??

Vintage White Sale

2010-01-09T17:26:00.003-06:00

Historically white sales were believed to be held in order to keep linen and bedding makers in business throughout the slower winter season, being called "White Sales" because linens and bedding were primarily -- you guessed it --white.

Vera Tea Towels in Herb Garden Print, set of 2 at FalconandFinch for $25.00

Harvest Gold Bridge Set at DaisyToad's Vintage for $12.00

Times have changed however our love for sales has not, starting tomorrow January 1oth, the Etsy Vintage Market Team is holding their own version of a White Sale.

White Cowboy Boots at BibbysRocket for $40.00

Do a search on Etsy for vmteamwhitesale and find bargains on not only linens, bedding and aprons, but white jewelry, household and clothing.

Milk Novelty Mug from LoverlyVintage for $19.99

This sale runs through Sunday January 17th and is only found at Etsy!

Make an on-line slide show at www.OneTrueMedia.com

Over 50% OFF the Price!

2010-01-02T11:24:00.004-06:00

As a present to my blog readers I have reduced some of my items at OVER 50% off the price, and YOU get the first dibs. Prices are already reduced on my Etsy site for quick checkout!

1920s Drop Waist Dress in Navy blue with Lace Detail for $200 was $400

Distressed 1920s Sheer Bronze Dropped Waist Dress for $60 was $135

Dresser Set Including Brush Mirror and Comb was $52 now $25

1950s Candlelight Wedding Dress with Embroidered Crinoline with Matching Jacket for $55 was $110

Alfred Shaheen Tropical Maxi Dress Size Large NWT was $62 now $30

Are you having a sale at over 50% off? Feel free to post your link in the comments!

Food Planning

2009-12-31T23:04:00.000-06:00

I love to cook and I love to eat, I am hoping that buy scheduling meals I will be able to cook more. I read once how much easier it is to cook and plan when you have a well stocked pantry and it is SO true, but it can be expensive if you try to do it without a menu plan. Food Is Fun CookBook by AntiquesGaloreGal for $5.95

I've tried everything from weekly family meetings, to family members planning meals, to cooking once a week or cooking once and eating twice (that doesn't work if you have a husband who eats all your leftovers for his evening snack!)Country Festival Casserole Dish by SouthernLadysVintage for $16.00

My newest thing to try is something that was suggested to me by a mom of 7. Theme nights. And the meal doesn't have to be a perfectly home cooked meal, your family will survive if occasionally you have Macaroni and Cheese or soup and sandwiches sometimes. Sometimes good enough is okay.

Monday Mexican
Tuesday Italian
Wednesday Chicken Night
Thursday Frozen Pizza (my work day so we have an easy meal)
Friday Crock Pot Meal
Saturday Pasta
Sunday Pork or Fish

Pizza Felt Food by PickleThings for $27.00

This definitely needs some tweaking and it may actually come to a set menu every 2 weeks that just alternates, but this will get me thinking and hopefully begin me on my road to organization!

Bon Appetite!

Home Organization

2009-12-30T22:46:00.000-06:00

I am jumping around quite a bit, but that's how I roll.

I, as well as many other people have a very hard time managing everything I have going on in my life. Being a mother of 3, a WAHM with my own business, a wife, active in our church and a husband with an erratic work schedule I don't have a lot of consistency in my life (which I CRAVE) I want to know what is going to happen and when it is going to happen.

------------->Vintage Medicinal Photos by FunRetro

I have figured out that I need to concentrate on what I CAN control in my life. For the next 2 weeks my shop is taking a back burner and my life is coming forward. If for some reason it doesn't take 2 weeks to organize everything, well then, I'll go back to work sooner!

My first step in home organization is to get back on a schedule. This is hard with a 2 yr. old and a 6 month old at home and an 11 yr old in tween activities, but it works. It really does! My housework schedule looks like this.....or it will

Vintage Wood Frame Chalkboard $16.00 by jherrmann

Monday Laundry, Kitchen
Tuesday Kids Rooms
Wednesday Laundry, Office
Thursday WORK WORK WORK
Friday Laundry, Master Bedroom
Saturday Living Room, Family Room, Bathrooms
Sunday REST, well just don't stress

1945 Easy Cleaning Hoover Ad for $5.99 by MoreLooseEnds

When making a housework schedule, you need to take into consideration other constants in your life.
Wednesday mornings at our house are library days, Thursdays are the days the toddler goes to daycare...and I reserve that day for work (business work).
Saturdays and Sundays I usually have an extra set of hands home so the majority of cleaning is done on those days.
With 2 kids on the floor I (try to) vacuum everyday but I do a thorough vacuuming once a week. Be flexible, adjust your list as you need to but DO NOT backtrack. It can wait til next week if an emergency comes up!

What I can control in my life is MY PURSE. When my purse is a mess, it usually means my life is a mess. My to do list for just today is clean out my purse and make a list of which chores to do on which days.

--------->Wood and Lucite Bluebirds Box Purse for $26.50 by CheekyVintageCloset

Priorities

2009-12-29T10:18:00.003-06:00

Yesterday I sat down and made a list of things I need to do to update my shop. Since I've been selling on Etsy for almost 2 years and am ready to increase my...well hopefully sales, but I'm ready to take the next step and am going to work extremely hard on my shop this year.

----------->Squirrel To Do List $7.50 by AfricanGrey

My goal for this time next year is to have made 1 sale a day or having my total sales at782 on December 29, 2010. I've learned a few things over these past years and will hopefully learn much more this year but to begin I will be doing the following

1. Update my international shipping profiles

I ship worldwide. With this comes the decision of whether to take the time to list every country or have them contact for a quote. Right now the customer has to contact me for a quote, I've been trying to update my profiles with each request, and now I need to update all my listings with the updated shipping info. I hope this makes my international customers happy!

Vintage Globe Bowl $18.00 by Recy

2. Update my shipping costs

Unfortunately the time has come to increase postage. As much as I hate to do so I lose money on shipping. USPS is increasing rates in January and will again in May. I have not increased my rates since I began....so I must now (don't fear, it won't be outrageous! and I still refund any excessive shipping costs!)

Wood Grain Postal Scale $18.00 from Hindsvik

3. Retake photos

Last year for Christmas my husband made me a backdrop for my photos. Since then I have purchased lights, a tripod, a new backdrop cloth and set up a room specifically for photo'ing. I need to re shoot some items that haven't sold, before I relist themKalart Custom 8 Splicer for $10.00 by DaisyToad

I have many many other things on this to do list, but my computer time is up!!!!!

Goal Setting for your Life and Business

2009-12-27T22:29:00.005-06:00

A short series that I am going to present is goal setting for your life AND business. I myself am working on this over the next few weeks in hope of making this new year bigger and better than the last.

Series possibly being (Subject to change due to #5!)
1. Prioritizing

2. Home Organization

3. Inventory Organization

4. Mental Organization

5. Setting Workable Standards

No. 3 Bright Yellow Box with Handles $17.00 from SarahAnntiques

Warning Warning Red Alert!

2009-12-27T18:28:00.002-06:00

Just fair warning that Listen to Me will not be ignored for much longer! Now that the crazy busy Christmas season has passed I am taking 2 weeks off to reorganize my store inventory, blog and life in general. Check back soon for a fabulous mess!

Red Secretary Blouse with Neck Ruffle and Tie $15.00

Red Suede Flats with Black Bow Size 7.5 $27.50

Sheer Red Half Apron 'Love from Denise' $12.00

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2009-11-05T22:29:00.000-06:00

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Styl Magazine, a new mag for vintage lovers!

2009-11-05T15:22:00.008-06:00

As a lover of vintage, I find it hard to find magazines that fully embrace the vintage indie style. A new magazine has graced our world and it available for digital subscription or print subscription here.

"STYL Magazine is a print and digital publication celebrating the independents. We discuss indie fashion, culture, and living, brought by a collaborative cast of indie artists and designers. An intelligent read, with lots of visually delightful pages, we aim to embody a place where covetable art and scholastic viewpoints intersect."

Their premiere issue (which I happen to be featured in) is now available.

Current issue: Issue 1 "An Inaugural Affair"

If you are like me, you want to see a sneak peek (who doesn't leaf through the pages in the store before you buy?)
So hop on over to the Styl Mag and grab a subscription!

Etsy My Apartment, Plate Wall

2009-11-05T11:54:00.015-06:00

Fellow Etsian GreenHeathTreasures recently posted in the forums for suggestions on decorating her new apartment from Etsy, and I, the fabulous Etsy shopper I am, decided to blog what I thought she needed!

I love the way these plate walls look. Here I've borrowed an image from the magazine
Living Etc.

I believe it is August of 2006.
(blue plates) and
my suggestion from Northwest #14: Allison and Bo's Bantam Roost from the Apartment
Therapy website
state souvenir tins.

Which I happen to have a few listed in my shop and many many more in my inventory.

Want this look? but can't find the states you crave? Let me know and I'll see if I have it!

If you like this look but want to put a bright mod twist to it, check out this wall found on the Bluelines Blog

As always here are a few pieces from Etsy to complete this look:

both of these tins can be found here or convo me to see if I have the state you are looking for!

Brighter colors from AntiquesGaloreGal and BreccaMarie

TheIDCollection and BlissfullyRandom

Not by the Hair on my Chinny Chin Chin!

2009-11-02T10:24:00.008-06:00

Why don't you
Sit right back
And I
I may tell you
A tale
A tale of 3
Little pigs
And a big
Bad
Wolf

The funniest Halloween costume I saw this year was from none other than my cousin's husband, who wore it to work in a Pediatric Chiropractic Center in Omaha.

Needless to say, I had the Green Jelly song in my head all Halloween. Don't know what I'm talking about? Hit play, you will not regret it.

Green Jelly |MTV Music

Growing up with a pig selling family, vintage pig items hold a place in my favorites....just a few

WHOSE AFRAID OF THE BIG BAD WOLF - 1930's Disney Three Little Pigs Ashtray

from TwitterFlitter for $25.00

Three Little Pigs and The Big Bad Wolf 1958 Pattern

from futterby for $20.00

Vintage Pig Salt and Pepper Shakers

from nelliesattic for $6.00

Little Winking Celluloid Pig Measuring Tape (1930)

from KathysSewingRoom for $5.30

This post is dedicated to my little brother who never fails to let me know when he hear's this lovely ballad, even Walleye Chant renditions!

Vintage Train Cases and Luggage

2009-10-31T09:33:00.004-05:00

Yesterday I decided to list a few of my larger items...mainly some luggage.
I love vintage luggage and tend to pick it up whenever I find it.

I love to look at the pieces GetReadySetGO does in their shop.

Here are a few that I listed in my shop:

Hot Pink Royal Traveller for $45.00

Purple American Tourister for $30.00

Also listed last night were a beautiful Steeley Blue Haze for $28.00, Goldenrod Yellow $28.00, Avocado Green for $15.00 and Lipstick Red for $13.00.

I do have a white one that I am going to attempt to upcycle today, along with painting my cupboard from a few posts back! Check back to see my progress!

Hmm....

2009-10-20T13:47:00.005-05:00

I have no idea why my blogger page is all wonky! It won't let me post a picture! SO here is a link to picture of my cupboard! Click Here

Junk Jaunt Cupboard

2009-10-20T13:40:00.004-05:00

I'm going to skip ahead to day 2 of the Junk Jaunt...
North Loup Nebraska or was it Ord, Nebraska?
This is the day all the towns started running together.
Anyway I'll go back to finish day 1, but I'm beginning a project of one of my finds from day 2.

Twice on day 2 I found items that weren't out for sale, but being the junker I am...I found this cupboard in a man's garage and asked "You wouldn't want to sell this would you?" He named his price and had 2 young boys load it for me (much to my 11 yr olds liking).

Now if only I knew what to do with it! What are your suggestions? I had though of leaving it "as is" but the more I look at it, it just needs brightened up after being in a garage for who knows how many years!

Junk Jaunt 2009 Recap

2009-10-09T11:47:00.006-05:00

I'm finally recovering from being gone and leaving my husband in charge of the house for 3 days. Needless to say there was somehow over 1 1/2 weeks worth of laundry to be done, no groceries in the house AT ALL and just massive amounts of stuff to do.

But the junk jaunt was well worth it. My 11 yr old and I left bright to (well not bright, as it was still dark out) and early Friday morning- 5:00AM. It was a 3 hour drive to our first stop-Broken Bow. We were both a little unsure of what to expect, but we were off. After a little Right Said Fred "I'm Too Sexy" and The Bangles "Manic Monday" thanks to the local radio station, we ran over a possum...well I think just its tail.

We got to Lexington before I realized we needed gas, but then we were set.

Our first stop was a garage sale in Broken Bow, I was excited she was excited and we scored a few finds. I found 4 black chromcraft chairs for $1 each, a few pairs of shoes, a purse and a few puzzles. My daughter picked up this Halloween mask and asked "Is this Michael Jackson?" (she was serious)
We headed to the Broken Bow Fairgrounds and found a few deals including a Big Wheel for my 2 yr old for Christmas and a bunch of dump rake teeth, for a project for my hubby(shh he doesn't know yet!).
At this point my camera was dropped by my 11 yr old, but thankfully not broken!
Much more to tell about the trip.....

Just a few adventure pics

2009-09-24T09:58:00.012-05:00

The last few weeks I've really begun to consider this as a business not just a hobby. I have quit putting everyone else's priorities first and quit feeling guilty about auctions and sales. Just because I LOVE my job, doesn't make it any less of a job.

I took a few picture of places I've ventured. This first set is the Labor Day auction in Imperial, Ne. This is the first time I've been and it is HUGE. I consider myself a die hard for flea markets, auctions, I love it and love the atmosphere. But this one was even too much for me. I would have left earlier...I had spent all of my money anyway, but I had locked my keys in the pickup!

These pictures are only a view from one spot, there was an entire fair ground stuffed with good stuff.

In Overton, Nebraska there is an amazing shop called Tiede's. It is full of goodies, set up nicely and clean. Here is one of the Pyrex sectionsBehind Tiede's is another little shop, words can't describe

It was a junk shop with non junk shop prices...but a fun adventure!

Nebraska Junk Jaunt 2009

2009-09-20T15:13:00.002-05:00

Starting Friday my 11 year old daughter and I are heading to the Junk Jaunt, an annual 300 mile yard sale running north/south through central Nebraska.
I have never been, but am very intrigued.

We are 'roughing it'. We have a tent, taking the pickup and my husband even rounded up a trailer for me to take (I was very surprised!).

Have any of you ever done one of the excursions?

We will be gone for 3 days and I'm trying to think of what we need to pack besides COMFY walking shoes, bubble wrap and money!

I'd love to hear your stories and suggestions. I hope to bring you many tales of fun when we return!

1960s Butterfinger Paper Dress Part 2

2009-09-13T17:11:00.001-05:00

Okay, so I don't want this dress just laying around at my house. I personally don't like to be responsible for any valuables! So I put it up for Ebay auction, you can watch it or bid on it here.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=180407626069&Category=48869&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26its%3DI%26otn%3D2

Fashion's Night Out Sept 10, 2009

2009-09-02T09:03:00.003-05:00

Have you heard?
Vogue has coordinated a huge global campaign to stimulate and promote retail.
Sales, celebrations and shopping galore!
Stay tuned for a list of ONLINE retailers participating!

Paper Dresses-1960s Fad 2009 Treasure

2009-08-20T15:39:00.005-05:00

I found a treasure and have listed it on my Etsy Website, a paper dress,
with the Butterfinger logo.

I knew it was neat, I'd never actually touched a paper dress before, but I new the label was old and thought it was unique and fun. I came home and Googled "Butterfinger Paper Dress".
The only result I found was at a site called kakkoii mono.

This site has the same dress in a slightly smaller size and an amazing listing price, I also emailed Christie's Auction House in New York for an estimate and have in turn listed this amazing dress.

Check it out at my site DaisyToad's Vintage.

Vintage Bathroom and Beauty

2009-08-16T18:44:00.007-05:00

I love vintage bathrooms.
I cringe when I see HGTV tearing up that small black and white tile,
removing pink and turquoise toilets and sinks.
I also wonder if all housewives from days past looked as perfect as Donna Reed,
or did some of them sit around in sweats?
I found a few bathroom secrets on Etsy.

Vintage retro owl weight scale at buttonsnsuch for $18.00!

Dresser Set Including Brush Mirror and Comb at DaisyToad's Vintage for $52.00

Handy Hannah Hairdryer in Baby Blue at DaisyToad's Vintage for $17.25

Vintage Wig Case/Hat Box in Red Rose Floral at DaisyToad's Vintage for $24.00

Vintage Sears FACIAL BEAUTY MIST new in box Retro YELLOW 1960's from GottaWannitVintage for $32.00

Lady Schick Electric Razor in Original Case at DaisyToad's Vintage for $10.00

Vintage Toddler Traveler Potty seat at moongipsies for $3.00

1920 Art Deco Cast Iron Pedestal Sink at SagePatch for $119.00

Upcycling Vintage Neck Ties

2009-08-15T16:43:00.002-05:00

While at the thrift store the other day,
I noticed a HUGE pile of vintage neck ties in amazing patterns.
I thought there had to be something that they could be used for, so of course, I searched Etsy.
Here is what I found:

This adorable TIE ME UP TIE ME DOWN Ultra M ini NECKTIE Skirt from Glamarita for $55.00
As I continued to browse her shop I notice she also makes gowns....including wedding gowns!

TIE THE KNOT Custom Wedding Dress in Gold

After I found Glamarita's shop, I was awestruck and none of the other upcycled tie ideas were worth posting about! So I'm ending this post.

Architectural Salvage

2009-08-14T11:54:00.003-05:00

I have such a split personality when it come to...well everything, but especially decorating. I love the shabby cottage style, I love fun and funky and I love salvage and primitive!

I never thought about searching for salvage on Etsy. But check out these finds!

Vintage Architectural Wooden Spindles/Ballusters Set of 3
for $30.00 at ArtfulVintage

Architectural Salvage Corbel
for $165.00 at amsuarezfl

Old and heavy vintage metal door handle
for $15.00 at Violetteslippers

Old Rusty Crusty Salvaged Architectural Rectangular Heater Grate
for $19.95 at timelessNchic

One Week of Complete Vintage Fashion!

2009-07-08T09:49:00.005-05:00

I know I haven't finished my rusty red post but starting today, I've joined a blogging motivation team. So for the next 7 days I will be finding outfits that I would love to be wearing!
Wanna see what everyone else is wearing?
check out LolaVintage, NodToMod and AFreshVintage.

My outfit for the day begins with this sheer sundress.
I love the pastel floral and the fun flirtiness of it.
You can find it in my shop DaisyToad's Vintage on Etsy for $27.50.
This dress is a small to medium in size.

I have a very eclectic sense of style, so to counter the femininity of the dress a bit I added this Short Puff Sleeve Vintage Linen Cropped Jacket. It is a bit tailored so it adds structure and a finished look. You can find this at EdwardVintage for $22.00.

I love these boots paired with this jacket! For $50.00 at VonlenskaVintage you can own these awesome Vintage White SALMASO ITALIAN LEATHER Cowboy Ankle Boots in a size 7.

And to complete this outfit, I love the chunky contrast of this Vintage Wide Faux Baroque Pearl Link Bracelet at VermontJewelry for only $24.50!I'd love to hear your comments and additions to this outfit!

Primitive Rusty and Red,

2009-07-06T13:34:00.002-05:00

I love primitive items, yucky rusty looking things that some may just throw away. I've gone to several estate sales and picked up items that the seller says "I was just gonna throw that away" I must get the love from my mom, who ends up with a lot of those items as birthday gifts! You never know what you are going to find at grandma's farmhouse-especially in the old barn or in the trees...Treasures abound!

This old Shabby chic INDUSTRIAL RED METAL letter holder PRIMITIVE CATCH-ALL is an item I found at ScottieinaCanoe on Etsy is $24.00 and its uses are only limited to your imagination!

Another item I fell in love with is this Vintage Red and White Erector House at bellalulu for only $12.50

Oops my laptop battery is dying, I'd better finish this post later!

Bounce Fabric Softener Sheet Tips

2009-06-28T15:20:00.002-05:00

I'm veering from a vintage post, mainly because I received this email in a forward. I usually don't even look at these but this one came from my mother in law and I thought it had some good tips. Has anyone tried any of these? I'd like to hear your success or failures with Bounce Fabric Softener sheets. (Bounce if you'd like to pay me for this post please email me : ) )

"The US Postal service sent out a message to all letter carriers to put a
sheet of Bounce in their uniform pockets to keep yellow-jackets away.

Use them all the time when playing baseball and soccer. I use it when I am
working outside. It really works. The insects just veer around you.

All this time you've just been putting Bounce in the dryer !

1. It will chase ants away when you lay a sheet near them. It also repels
mice.

2. Spread sheets around foundation areas, or in trailers, or cars that are
sitting and it keeps mice from entering your
vehicle.

3. It takes the odor out of books and photo albums that don't get opened
too often.

4. It repels mosquitoes. Tie a sheet of Bounce through a belt loop when
outdoors during mosquito season.

5. Eliminate static electricity from your television (or computer) screen.

6. Since Bounce is designed to help eliminate static cling, wipe your
television screen with a used sheet of Bounce to keep dust from
resettling.

7. Dissolve soap scum from shower doors. Clean with a sheet of Bounce.

8. To freshen the air in your home - Place an individual sheet of Bounce
in a drawer or hang in the closet.

9. Put Bounce sheet in vacuum cleaner.

10. Prevent thread from tangling. Run a threaded needle through a sheet of
Bounce before beginning to sew.

11. Prevent musty suitcases. Place an individual sheet of Bounce inside
empty luggage before storing.

12. To freshen the air in your car - Place a sheet of Bounce under the
front seat.

13. Clean baked-on foods from a cooking pan. Put a sheet in a pan, fill
with water, let sit overnight, and sponge clean. The anti-static agent
apparently weakens the bond between the food and the pan.

14. Eliminate odors in wastebaskets. Place a sheet of Bounce at the bottom
of the wastebasket.

15. Collect cat hair. Rubbing the area with a sheet of Bounce will
magnetically attract all the lose hairs..

16. Eliminate static electricity from Venetian blinds. Wipe the blinds
with a sheet of Bounce to prevent dust
from resettling.

17. Wipe up sawdust from drilling or sand papering. A used sheet of Bounce
will collect sawdust like a tack cloth.

18. Eliminate odors in dirty laundry. Place an individual sheet of Bounce
at the bottom of a laundry bag or hamper.

19. Deodorize shoes or sneakers. Place a sheet of Bounce in your shoes or
sneakers overnight.

20. Golfers put a Bounce sheet in their back pocket to
keep the bees away.

21. Put a Bounce sheet in your sleeping bag and tent before
folding and storing them. It will keep them smelling
fresh.

22. Wet a Bounce sheet, hose down your car, and wipe lovebugs off easily
with the wet Bounce."

Hot Pink is HOT For Fall!

2009-06-24T21:17:00.006-05:00

One of the fashion trends for fall is HOT PINK!

Lucky for all of us Etsy sellers have some amazing hot pink clothing and accessories!

Are you more of a neutral girl?
Spice it up with some clip on earrings to add your color. You can use these as earrings, a pendant on a necklace, shoe clips whatever your imagination can come up with!
These Hot Pink Cluster Clip On Earrings Marked Germany are offered at DaisyToad's Vintage for only $8.00!

This great Vintage pop art colour bubble necklace in Magenta at sunbeamed will only set you back a mere $6.00 and will add a great pop of color!
At cookiesandcreme you can find these vintage HOT FUSHIA with BOWS and SPIKED HEELS ..... 6-6.5 or 36-37 for only $15.00 (spike heels are another fall fashion trend!)SweetLittleLady has this adorable Hot Pink Lucite Cuff Bracelet for $8.00I also love the look of vintage hats and of course I found one in hot pink at baerbaer for only $10.00!Now on to the clothing that I found!

Jumpsuits are just one more hot item and this 80s vintage HOT PINK JUMPSUIT new wave disco is at greygardensvintage for $125.00
or try this adorable Vintage 1980's Hot Pink Dolman Batwing Sleeve Shirt at Furburger for only $36.00
If the 80s aren't your thing, you can still sport some pink in this Vintage Hot Pink Plaid Cotton Summer Day Dress at souvenirsouvenir for $32.00
And let's wrap up this post with a beautiful piece of outerwear. Check out this 1960s fabulous BERRY colored BOUCLE coat at lionheartvintage for $49.00!

Chunky Vintage Jewels...Summer's Must Have

2009-06-22T17:13:00.003-05:00

I love the fact that chunky jewelry has stuck around as a style. Nothing makes more of a statement! Wanna check out a few of my faves? Read on!

Super Wide Vintage Confetti Link Bracelet for $55.00

This beauty is in my shop DaisyToad's Vintage!

PattyCakesPlunder has at least two amazing examples with this Vintage Chunky Sterling Art Glass Ring with FREE SHIPPING for $35.00
and this Vintage Cobalt Blue and Blue Pearlescent
3 Strand Beaded Necklace with FREE Shipping for $20.00I love this Vintage Lucite Cube Bracelet for $150.00 at FavoriteCollectibles
AnotherTimeAntiques has this Colorful Vintage 50s
Chunky Beaded Bracelet Earrings Set for $24.00And last but not least beth1818 has this DESERT PRINCESS Super Chunky Green Jade Cuff Bangle Bracelet for $35.00

My Love for Vintage Pyrex

2009-06-11T20:44:00.003-05:00

I love vintage pyrex, I believe if I had more storage I would be a Pyrex hoarder. There are so many patterns that I never even knew existed!

Here are some of my more recent favorites that I have found:

Pyrex Square-Dot Bowl-4 Quart at marianneclare for $36.00
This gorgeous earth tone Pyrex Terra Mixing Bowl at Oystercatcher for only $9.00Funky Barbed wire Pyrex divided dish and lid at TeaAndMilk for $18.00Gorgeous Pyrex golden scroll casserole - gold on aqua at peacockmodern for $24.00
and last but not least, if I ever find a full set of these I believe my heart will stop,
POLKA Dotted Pyrex at sweetshorn for $24.00

Vintage Rainbows, Don't Forget to Look for the Gold!

2009-06-05T10:13:00.003-05:00

With all the rain we've had here, I'm amazed that I haven't seen a rainbow yet! SO I did my own search for rainbows on Etsy and this is what I found!

These Fabulous Vintage Famolare Hi-Up rainbow wedge sandals 8 M
are only $60.00 at mavenhaven
JPsuniqueboutique has these Vintage Rainbow Suspenders (I used to have these!) for $12.00

I love the look of mismatched but matched plates at a table setting, wouldn't this Rainbow Brite Set of 6 Cups and 7 Small Plates from RiverBazaar for $18.00 look cute matched with a bunch of different solid colored table settings?
This gorgeous Vintage Multi Colored 60-70s Dress from JeanB123 is adorable and only $22.00!
I also found these adorable Rainbow Hair Combs at miskabelle for only $6.00
I found the pot of gold at bigyellowtaxivintage with these Vintage 70s Gold Mesh Slingback Sandals Shoes, Italy 7 B for $32.00!

Classic Black and White, Never Goes Out of Style!

2009-06-04T21:27:00.003-05:00

Black and white is classic and always will be. My mom told me that if you don't have anything to wear, wear black and you'll always look put together.

I found a few pieces on Etsy that are just to cute not to share including this Enamel Flower Cuff from LowBrowLoveAffair for $15.00
These Mod Woven Leather Sling Backs from StelmaDesigns for $45.00

This black and white checked scarf from sugarspotvintage really channels a Grease Lightning flashback and is only $10.00
In my shop DaisyToad's Vintage I have these Tear Drop Rhinestone Screw Back Earrings in Black and Clear for only $12.00
And my inspiration for this black and white post.....
The grand finale...

Is this gorgeous 1950's Vintage Black and White Angelic Floral-Garden Sheer Chiffon Wedding Party Dress from TimelessVixenVintage

Vintage Serving Dishes

2009-06-03T10:33:00.002-05:00

I love to hostess parties. But I don't very often because of our 2 year old and our house-it has been a work in progress for a few years. In the meantime I have collected a nice pile of serving dishes. It's almost an addiction. I found a few of my favorites on Etsy and here they are!

Atomic Poker/Game Set in Carrier - Melamine in Aqua and Gold - Nut Dishes and Ashtrays from tigerluxe for only 28.00!

I've seen this pattern on serving sets before, but never these colors, so this definately stood out as a favorite! LARGE MOD/RETRO SALAD BOWL WITH PURPLE AND ORANGE DIAMONDS from exceptionalclutter for only $12.00

This Vintage Butterfly with Lime Green Accents Ice Bucket from antiquegrrl for only $17.50

This next set appealed to me because you get 3 dishes and easy storage! Retro Yellow Green Orange Lacquer Stack Canister Bowl Set from 26olivestreet for only $42.00

Revisiting Etsy to Shop for Father's Day

2009-05-31T21:14:00.004-05:00

DahlilaFound posted a link in the comments to the manly section in her store, which includes shoes and belts and hats....neat stuff : )

Thanks DahlilaFound!

But the rest of my search was pretty disappointing and I don't mean I'm disappointed at the items I found, but I am disappointed at the time it took me to search Etsy and find things.

I found a lot of things that I would buy for my husband but secretly for me, like "his" collection of Boxer Dog figures that I buy for him.

I love this Brinns Dog and Pups Vintage Ashtray from jenscloset for only 8 bucks its a steal...if it is still there when I get my family room shelves up...it is SO MINE!

I also found these that I would decorate the family room with (The family room is the one room in the house where my husband can keep his trophies and college football memorabilia). They are Vintage Case Tractor Metal Emblems from ArtfulVintage for only $12.00.
I am very grateful that my husband didn't find these several years back, because I KNOW he would have worn this vintage t shirt TUXEDO to our wedding! No joke. You can get yours at weltenbueger for only $25.00!

I also found this 1898 Historical Original Map of Nebraska at bananastruedel for $15.00. My dad would love looking at this!
So although searching Etsy for manly items wasn't a total bust, it sure would have been a lot easier with more categories and less mistagging.

Left Etsy Frustrated After Trying to Search for Men's Items

2009-05-29T08:35:00.003-05:00

Father's Day is quickly approaching, but there is still time to shop on Etsy for the man in your life! The men in my life are dirty manly men, my husbands idea of dressing up is a t shirt that still has the sleeves on and he hasn't birthed a calf in. So that is my challenge for the day finding manly men things on Etsy! Wish me luck!

Wow, this is A LOT harder than I thought! Searching Etsy isn't an easy task, I've tried browsing by category, but they really aren't set up very shopper friendly. As a seller I'd notice that it is hard to find a way to list men's items, but as a buyer I am usually looking for something specific. I guess I'll just start typing in words of things I WOULD buy and hope for the best results!

Oh my, mistagging, lack of categories I'm frustrated! Must take a break for some Diet Dr. Pepper and come back to this. I'm changing my title to this post!

If you have some suggestions that you have found, post them in the comments!

My Pink Dream Kitchen

2009-05-28T12:34:00.005-05:00

I've always wanted a pink kitchen.
Will I ever get one? Who knows, probably not, but just in case here are a few items I would put in my pink kitchen. Beware this post could go on forever!

Buppins has this beautiful set of vintage Homer Laughlin Seville China (on sale) for $29.00
I love these super kitsch vintage salt and pepper apple for $22.00 from vintagegoodies
This Set of 4 Pink Hazel Atlas Juice glasses for $20.00 from gatheringvintage is a must have for sipping (pink?) lemonade

abeautifuldecay has this 1950's Vintage Pink and Gray plastic canister set for $45.00
(Just listed, so get your dibs early!)

What's a kitchen without a 1960's Pink Plastic Kitchen Scoop Set Ice Cream and Serving from cheshirecatantiques for $16.00

And this Fun Vintage Pink Apron - To Hell With Housework is another must have from thewingthing for only $10.00In no way is this an fully inclusive blog post, try searching for pink pyrex and pink linens,
you'll be stuck on your computer for hours!

Gasp! Cough Cough! What is that Smell?

2009-05-27T09:18:00.003-05:00

Living in the country in Nebraska with 2 dogs we have battled our fair share of skunk close calls, in fact 2 years ago our dogs encountered them 3 times in a matter of months.

You would think dogs would be smart enough to figure out the big black and white things are stinky.....but alas.....last night one of the dogs decided to test it out again. This time it must have been right on our front deck because the smell is indescribable.

If you've never smelled skunk up close, it smells nothing like the dead skunk you pass on the highway, it is much much much worse.

So of course this morning I search Etsy for "skunk" and I came across this adorable vintage skunk valentine at ricracandbuttons

for only $7.95

No don't get me wrong I actually think skunks are pretty cute, I like to watch them waddle but whenever this happens I prefer my skunks to look like this Vintage 1940's Art Deco Skunk Fur Bolero Coat - Medium from flapperflock

and for $84.00 you can enjoy your skunk at a cost lower than a dog de-skunking at your local groomer!

So today if you run across my path or at least come within 100 feet of my house you will want this M61 Gas Mask and Filter Original Finish With Bag by DebbieSewingRoom for a mere $25.00 you can come to my house and not be offended, at least by the odor outside!
And if you are visiting, please don't try to call ahead. Since Alltel is merging with Verizon my phones are not working. Ah Nebraska...The Good Life!

Afternoon Thunderstorms Be Prepared with Vintage!

2009-05-25T17:54:00.004-05:00

We are just recovering from an afternoon thunderstorm. I love them!
Sitting on the porch, watching the rain and watching my newly grass seeded dirt have the seeds washed away...
Someone please enjoy my expensive grass seed where ever it may land!

Adorable Vintage Smurf Rain Boots Childs Size 5 Childrens at DoNotDestroy for only $16.00!

AuntiePrincess has this Vintage Vinyl See Through Rain Cape (plus I love the outfit underneath!) for only $15.00Partial Post....I'll be back to finish!

Two 2 Deux Deuce

2009-05-24T19:53:00.004-05:00

Yesterday was my sons 2nd birthday, let the terrible 2's begin! Actually they started a few months back! Today I searched Etsy for the number 2 and here are some of my finds.

My search inspired me to list a Set of Two Gray Donkey Figures Made in Japan for just $6.00

Then I found these Two White Dogs - Vintage Figurine at lovethatvintage for $15.00
And at VintageMafia I found my favorite Tupperware item ever! These Two Vintage avocado green 20 oz Servalier by Tupperware for $9.00
I have several of these in my fridge now...in the avocado green, gold and orange.
Gotta love those true 70's colors!

Then I search for "number 2" and found this amazing Vintage Number 2 Glass from AtomicHotdish for only $4.25

Busy Busy Busy

2009-05-23T21:51:00.005-05:00

My posts are going to be a bit sporadic for a while, just a little warning!

As some of you readers know I have a baby due June 20th, but have been told by the doctor to "lay low and take it easy" Well that's easier said than done!

We are still trying to finish the oldest daughters room, so she can move in...then the toddler can move into the oldest daughters OLD room and the baby can take the toddlers old room.

To top things off I lost all of my Etsy photo's from my computer, so I need to be retaking all of those, new listing will be as sporadic as my blog posts!

You could always follow me on twitter for the latest update, which will also come here and there : )

Just a few things I found while searching "busy" on Etsy.

Vintage Complete Busy Bee Card Game 1959
from shirly for $9.00

Vintage Busy Boy Tool Chest from HootOwlVintage
for $8.00

Comic Vintage Busy Persons Postcard from BestWishesPostals
for only $3.50

Enjoy these and hope to bring you more soon!

Tween Bedroom Decorating in VINTAGE! Part 2.5

2009-05-15T21:12:00.003-05:00

Kids are in bed, now its time to finish shopping!

I found this HOT PINK and ZEBRA Vintage STOOL CHAIR from fabulousmess for $50.00 and it brings in another color to the room, I was really looking for yellow, but the base could always be spray painted if you'd like a different accent color.

But in fabulousmess I also found this great 60s HOLLYWOOD REGENCY Hot Pink Metal LANTERN LAMP. This is $85.00, but such an eye catching piece! I have found a new favorite shop!

For the walls I found this Trio of Hot Pink Kitties from ToHellinAHandbag for $40

I could accessorize this room forever, but the girl needs to put her clothes somewhere so I found this Cottage Cream Shabby Chic Antique Dresser and Mirror at ShabbyChicFairytale for $224.99
Did I forget anything? If so let me know and I'll add to this tween room!

Tween Bedroom Decorating in VINTAGE! Part 2

2009-05-15T15:58:00.005-05:00

Were you left on your toes since my last post??

Well I debated a LONG time on the curtains, but I think I'm gonna go with white sheets use blue glass insulators on the curtain rods and as tie backs. that way there is still a pop of color but not a huge print contrast!

PetitPoulailler offers this Vintage Hemingray 42 - Telephone Glass Insulator In Vivid Teal Blue for $16.50

Or MidwoodVintage has this less than perfect Vintage Hemingray Aqua Glass Insulator for only $1.99!

Ack the kids are not letting me blog right now...I will be back! Stay tuned!

Tween Bedroom Decorating in VINTAGE! Part 1

2009-05-14T12:20:00.004-05:00

As we ready for our new baby, my 11 yr old daughter is getting a brand new room, it now officially has half of its walls (hubby better hurry only 5 weeks til baby is here!)

If you have a difficult tween you know that I have few choices on the decor of this room, only the money being spent. So here I am creating the room that I think her and I could agree on, the only challenge? It's all vintage on Etsy!

So I found this awesome WILD vintage 60s MOD ZEBRA striped FAUX FUR bedspread from greygardensvintage for a low $85.00! I know she would love it and it would give me some points to make my own executive decisions about other things!

Add these Vintage Blue shag throw pillow accents from CaptainCat for $26.00

I'm not sure if I would make a wall shelf out of this suitcase or use it on the floor, but what a find! The Blue Starflite.........Vintage Hard Suitcase from swankysatchels for $43.00

Wow! I always new Etsy has some great finds, but I didn't realize how many! I'm going to have to take this room decorating in parts!

Stay tuned for Part 2, if you have any suggestions please link me in the comments!

Vintage Time

2009-05-12T10:31:00.004-05:00

I love vintage timepieces!
The quality and uniqueness, the history and stories they could tell. Just imagine how many times they've been looked at! A girl anxiously waiting for her date to pick her up, parents waiting for there children at night, if only we knew those stories!

I've never seen a watch like this Jesus watch offered by smallandmousey just a small reminder that we are all on God's time!

Get this daily reminder for only $14.00!

In my last house, our kitchen had an outlet just for vintage wall clocks, do you think I could find one?
If only I had known about Etsy and this clock by GeneralWhimsey2.

This Lux Flower Burst Electric Wall Clock is just $100.00

Leather Cuff Watches are HOT this season.
Everyone from Johnny Depp to David Beckham is sporting them.

SO you need to check out this 70s Vintage Timex Piece from
DaisyToad's Vintage (me!) for only $65.00

Great for Father's Day!

I love this Deco rare jadeite green glass vintage CLOCK by
cutfromthesamecloth for $62.00 you get a gorgeous RARE piece from history!

And last for today (I could go on forever!) is this classic
Baby Ben clock from flohmarkt for only $15.00

So go do some searching and bring some vintage time into your home!

It'a National Apron Day, Are You Wearing Yours?

2009-05-11T12:42:00.002-05:00

So I found out today that it is National Apron Day, how are you celebrating? I'm listing several aprons today, but thought I'd show you a few of my faves from Etsy.

First off from lisabretrostyle this adorable Vintage Handmade Full Apron with Strawberry and Flower Appliques

Check out the strawberries on the back ties when you follow the link!

HeyViv has this RIBBON Candy Plaid Apron

And from me? This Pink Floral Half with Hot Pink Trim for only $9.50, I have several apron listed and will be listing more!

How the West was Won...Vintage Style

2009-05-09T18:00:00.003-05:00

My hubby is gone this weekend helping a friend, Garrett Nokes, with his 4th Annual Wayne Boyer Memorial Timed Event Showdown

So I was searching Etsy for adorable vintage cowboy and western items and look what I found!

Vintage Porcelain Western Boots at modvintagetravels

VINTAGE 1940S CHILDRENS COWBOY WESTERN METAL LUNCH PAIL at randomretro

Get my Cowgirl Boots Vintage Apron by LittleApronShop

Vintage Sheriff Cookie Jar by California Originals by daisytoad

YEE HAH!

Vintage Shoes!

2009-05-06T10:40:00.003-05:00

I love vintage shoes!
I was thinking about another Tribute to Mom post, but this ties in since my mom has three closets FULL of shoes!

So here are my picks of the day:

First from TheDustyDog these Vintage 50's Red Leather Gillies Soooo Cute Size 8.5If you have a size 8 1/2 foot you KNOW how hard it is to find cute shoes! They are usually all gone! Now is your chance for some new dancin' shoes!

Everyone needs a pair of blue suede shoes! Check out these ONE FOR THE MONEY two for the show THREE TO GET READY now go cat go from heartfeltvintage

Lastly metallic shoes are SO in this season! So here are just a few from my shop DaisyToad's Vintage

Shiny Silver Penaljo Sandals with Heel in a Size 9 Narrow

Metallic Stripe Pumps Size 5 1/2 AA

Two Tone Metallic Gold and Silver Heels by Personality Size 8

Mama Kitty, Mother's Day and Vintage

2009-05-05T21:13:00.003-05:00

Mama kitty and all FIVE of her babies are doing well!
I'll post more pictures tomorrow, I've been trying to leave her alone as much as I can so she can rest (and my hubby says I'm crazy when I stand by the window and watch her nurse her little ones!).

So today I will blog a tribute as an ode to upcoming Mother's Day and the birth of my kitty's kitties!

My first pick is this Vintage Cat Green Glass Decanter Bottle from bouquet for $38.00!I watch my kittens nurse and sleep and wonder this exact sentiment voiced on this vintage 50s CHILDS HANKIE sleeping Kittie Cat Kitten What Do Kittens Dream Of brought to you by AppelJar for only $9.50! I love the jammies on this kitty!

Don't you just love the ruggedness of chalkware?
This kitten family has been through a lot together but look at them!
ionesAttic brings you these Vintage Chalkware Cats for only $16.00
Happy Mother's Day Week to all of you Mother's!

My Kitty with her 3 babies!

2009-05-04T12:14:00.000-05:00

Here is the first picture (through my kitchen window!) of my kitty and her first 3 kittens!

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Happy May Day!

2009-05-01T09:12:00.003-05:00

Growing up May 1st always meant decorating little baskets of goodies....usually plastic cups filled with candy....to friends and neighbors.

You put the May Basket onto the porch, rang the doorbell and RAN!! Because if you got caught by a boy, they had to kiss you! Now it means scrambling around to try to do the same for my kids, but I usually am not sure what month it is, let alone the date....so here is my vintage
'Ode to May Day'.
Please comment on your favorite May Day Memory!

A Red Plastic Pickle Purse, what a unique find from VintageFunland this would make me smile if I found it sitting on my front porch, but it made me smile seeing it on my computer screen!

At $29.00 you could easily make a statement!

This Vintage Strawberry Shortcake Lunchbox is exactly like my very first flea market purchase! I used it as a purse all through Jr. High and High School, it would make a perfect May Day basket filled with goodies for that trendy friend! $25.00 from jamielanie

And if you are looking for something a bit smaller
as a party favor type gift check out these

Flower Power Purses

in my shop DaisyToad's Vintage for only $5.00 you get 4 mini purses to fill!

Happy Vintage May Day!

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