fun : a few favorites {3}


Toni Weber + Jamie Shelman
Toni's clothesline photo reminds me of my Mom and Jamie's cats are the cat's pajamas.


Inleaf
I won the lavender sachet in Lotta's giveaway and bought the zip purse using a $20 gift certificate.


3191 Prints
I carry the 3191 book around like it's a bible. I've even put a wax paper book cover on it to keep it safe and sound.

Hi Everyone -

This is the last group of favorites for the week. I hope you've all been as inspired by these talented ladies as me. When I started doing these posts many months ago, I asked Erin if she thought people would think I was 'bragging' by featuring some of the things we've collected. She said not at all and that it was a wonderful way to show support for the handmade community. I believed her as she is very wise and that was the intent. To highlight favorite artists in a very personal way.

Although I do have some favorite lotions and potions, I'm not one for expensive beauty treatments in a salon. Not that I don't need them or don't think they're wonderful. I just really don't enjoy people fussing over me in that way and prefer to have a photo or something handmade, instead.

We have no big plans for the weekend and that's fine with us. The sun might shine, so that alone will be a good start. Have fun!

xo, Cindy

PS : RIP Neda, Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. No matter how long you live, life is short and so precious. We know it.

15 comments:

People Who Know Me Would Say: said...

I *heart* that 3191 morning book!

Grace@PoeticHome said...

I really enjoy your favorites series, and I think it is wonderful how you share the beautiful handmade items that move and inspire you. The inleaf creations are gorgeous!

please sir said...

Your winnings sound good (and so does your weekend!). From the comment you left on my blog - the film came out blank?! That's odd - maybe the film got exposed through your camera or when it was being rolled up. I am more than happy to help with 35mm film - if I can! I'm still learning myself :)

Joyce said...

Your treasures are fabulous! Thanks for the series. I enjoyed it. Have a golden weekend! xoxo

Deniz said...

wonderful feature- i love your favourites. love all the crafters and artists you featured, actually many of them i knew already and was very happy to be reminded of them again, and excited to find new increadibly talented artists. very inspiring and beautifully taken thank you cindy :D

Bonbon Oiseau said...

love your favorites--you are a champion of celebrating the handmade! Thanks you from all makers so lucky to have such beautiful photos taken of the things errr...made! bon weekend sweet cindy!

simplesong said...

Love this series of yours ... that top photo is just so lovely. Thanks for sharing + happy weekend to you!

aimee said...

i'm with you - i don't like much fuss in a salon setting, and i admit to having a few bottles of philosophy around the house, too. have a great weekend, cindy!

SimplyGrove said...

Love this series!!!

Pascale said...

I love the Lotta items you've got! Wish I would have known about that giveaway...

Your remark about the beauty salon treatment made me smile. I feel the exact same way and I feel the exact same way about working out at the gym. Though a bit of exercise probably wouldn't harm, I've tried going to the gym, but it doesn't relax me or make me feel better. I'd rather go for a walk armed with my camera or do something creative at home. And as to the money, me too, I prefer to spend it on something really nice...

Gorgeous photographs by the way!!

bandelle said...

Oh what treasures and your photographs make them even more special. Hope you had a lovely weekend.

Kylie

Unknown said...

Thank you so much for the sweet birthday wishes, dear!
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I LOVE this post. I *so* enjoy trips to your blog, reading about what makes you happy-- ESPECIALLY handmade happy. Also, your idea about wax paper to protect book covers is genius. Must try that. *)

hmstrjam said...

love the faves! (and love your strawberry photos! the color is delicious!)

meg said...

ALL these faves were adorable and I loved every one of them!!! I was happy right along with you :) Nice P.S. too - what a strange week, wow

Meg :)

Suzanne : : S.HOPtalk said...

I think you're spot on Cindy...I love seeing and hearing about other people's favorites. YOu have some amazing finds and have introduced me to some fun new links. Thanks so much for sharing!