On trend: scarves

Hand-painted Silk Scarf
hand painted silk scarf

My favorite fall trend? Loosely draped patterned scarves. Such a fab way to incorporate a gorgeous textile into your wardrobe every day! The beautiful example above is hand painted by Loli of GilBea. If adding one more step to your morning routine is out of the question, try the concept scarf tee from Panocci.

concept scarf II
concept scarf II

Books & Brew

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This weekend I delivered the last of the order for Books & Brew. Located in the Old Junction Mill in Milton, WI, Books & Brew is a cozy little coffee shop that holds regular events like book clubs, signings and live music. Thanksgiving weekend, they’ll be hosting me at a ‘Meet the Artist’ afternoon. If you’re out shopping in south-central Wisconsin, stop in and say ‘hi!’

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Neile

Butterfly Landing Ring
Butterfly Landing Ring

Neile is a jewelry design studio that employs the wings of naturally-deceased butterflies to create stunning rings and necklaces. (That show-stopper above? That’s a ring!) The wings are encased between panes of glass and surrounded by artfully placed silver solder. I love the way the natural iridescence of the wings is preserved — the perfect way for these transient insects to live on.

Deluxe Morpho Cluster Necklace
Deluxe Morpho Cluster Necklace