chartreuse & grey

March 30, 2011March 30, 2011 ~ Bess Paper Goods & Gifts ~ 1 Comment

My chartreuse and grey-brown prairie letterpress card made it into one of my favorite treasuries yet. Thanks to fontlove for the collection!

Pinned Down

March 10, 2011 ~ Bess Paper Goods & Gifts ~ Leave a comment

What a brilliant way to repurpose a common object! Growing up with a mom who sewed, the bright yellow orbs at the top of a stick pin were a common sight in our house. To think, I glanced at them for years and never gave them a second thought, yet put them in someone else’s hands and they become a whimsical, elegant accessory. Check them out here.

Keys

May 22, 2009 ~ Bess Paper Goods & Gifts ~ 1 Comment

I can’t get enough of Tiffany & Co.‘s new collection of vintage-looking key necklaces. They’re just so chic and classic . . . and expensive. Until I can afford the real thing, I found a number of affordable handmade alternatives. While they may not be fine jewelry, add a chain and they’re just as chic.

Laser-cut painted wood keys made by Pork Shop Show.

Vintage metal keys available at Tiny Minds.

Skeleton Key necklace from Tenielle Design.

Shop Local: St. Louis

April 23, 2009 ~ Bess Paper Goods & Gifts ~ 1 Comment

Full of little shops and restaurants and seemingly very supportive of the handmade scene, St. Louis is on my short list of cities to explore. In the meantime, here are a few of the talented folks who make the city their home.

Wallpaper Patterned Scarf from the Bungaloo

The Bungaloo is a screenprinting studio plastering everything from tee shirts to journals with its intricate and beautiful designs. Each piece is screenprinted by hand and totally fantastic!

Bella Luna‘s etsy shop boasts a bevy of pampering goods — from candles to lotion and soaps. Owner Shannon began making soap as a gentle cleansing alternative for her children who suffer from eczema and has branched out from there!

Mr Owlie - Brass Owl Pendant Wearing Monocle Steampunk Necklace by INdosteam

INdosteam is full of jewelry made from bits and pieces found at flea markets and vintage shops. The designs are inspired by the steampunk movement with an asian influence. I love this little owl!

Cocktails & Crafts

April 3, 2009April 3, 2009 ~ Bess Paper Goods & Gifts ~ 1 Comment

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I don’t have much time today, but I wanted to let you all know about a fabulous show happening this weekend that will feature etsy sellers from the Madison area. Here are just a few of the crafters involved: