Out with the Old in with the New.

So I am now the proud owner of a jeweler's bench. It's the cheap kind but it's real and all mine!
Here are some pics of the process. It was done late Friday night so I decided not to take too many grainy pics to share.

I still have to drill in my flex shaft stand, so for now my flex shaft is on the floor. But after a trip to refill some local stores, it will be installed because I have a lot of work to do this weekend.


These are the pieces, I carried this up my steep flight of stairs by myself. I felt like superwoman last night. Lu is in Mexico visiting family so I had no man power to assist me.

Old Ikea desk that I used as a bench for 3 years! Good times, you can see I am not the neatest metalsmith around.

New set up!!! I still can't decide what to put above my bench. Either peg board or art work....


Flex shaft still on the ground but not for long.
And yes I work on carpet because I live in an apartment in LA.
But I put this rug down to protect the real carpet.
Sometime I will get a mat.

Friday Favorites Feature

I almost forgot I've been so wrapped up in getting my new bench up the stairs and set up tonight!
I will post pics tomorrow it is oh so sexy to have a real bench, not something I made from Ikea desks.

I am just posting pics this week of some of my favorites from the week. You can click on the pics to go to the shops.


Felt Sushi, what more do I need to say here.


Ninja love oh yea!


Mr. Toastie is oh so cute.


More Felt Food because it exists and doesn't that make the world a little better.

That's it for my dorkiest favorites feature yet!

New Video by Animal Collective

Friday Favorites Feature!

This week I have been on an Etsy and Ebay shopping kick. But I marked a few things for later and here they are.


I saw EmilyRyan's shop on the front page with this A-line Criss Cross Dress and fell in love with so many more in her shop. The hard part will be deciding.


Ruffles by Emily Ryan

I featured GetReadySetGo a few weeks back and her shop has kicked off an Etsy Vintage kick.
I have some great luggage and shoes on their way.

I've found loads of great boots lately on Etsy and here are a few.

80's Gucci Suede Boots from CherryPickVintage


70's Cowgirl Boots from HoneyBeeVintage

Lastly today check out the cute vinyl wallets in this shop.

Avocado Wind in Your Sails Wallet from GetFeltUp
You can read more about this couple in their Featured Seller Interview too.

That's it for this week. I'm trying desperately to kick a cold so I can get some new work out in to the world for the New Year!

America's Song

As we enter a new era for America, I hope we can all work together to make this country what it should and can be!

Poketo Mugs So Cute!!!

So I love mugs, but somehow I never seem to have enough.
I saw these mugs from Poketo and just had to have them.
And they made this cute little video for their release!
Check it out and get yourself some cute mugs too!

Poketo mugs have fun! from Poketo on Vimeo.

Welcome Barack Obama!!! Goodbye Bush!!!

Watching this historic moment before I head off to work this morning.
The Washington Post has a readers' album of photos of this day.
Check it out here.

Friday Favorites Feature!

So I am back from my vacation in Florida and am catching up after the holiday craziness.

Here are some favorites from Etsy this week. I picked my favorites from Los Angeles based shops this week just for the fun of it.


Pearls of Joy Hair Accessory by Mikiye Creations
This hair accessory is made for weddings but I think it would be so fun to dress up and put this in your hair. Check out her Los Angeles based shop for "elegant bridal hair accessories" and more.


Bunny Love Greeting Card from Dirty Pretty Things by RavenX
I thought I would feature another Valentines themed card. You can of course give a card like this any time of the year. This shop is Los Angeles based too and she has all sorts of wonderfulness in her shop on Etsy.


Check out this Little Black Camera Soap by Lave Me Soap Co.
This is so cool for any photographer in your life! She added lots of new soaps recently, and another favorite of mine is in the shape of an owl.

That's it for this week. Hopefully I will get some pictures of new work up this week too.
I am hoping to start up a from the bench feature soon too so stay tuned!

Friday Favorites Feature

I've been at my mom's in Florida for the past week so I haven't been on Etsy much at all but I think I can find a few things to feature this week.

I spotted this shop on the front page of Etsy and had to check it out.

I just love this Constellation Wingback chair made by Spruce Home



They find and redesign vintage and antique furniture and there are lots of great pieces.

I spotted this card using the Shop Local tool on Etsy.
If you are looking for a Valentine's Day card with some character look no further than Etsy.
I picked out this one by The Frantic Meerkat but there are lots of great card on Etsy.



Big Eyes - Be Mine Card


I saw Hi Tree at the Unique LA show and I think her tote bags are super cute.


This is the Giant Sequoia Tote

Friday Favorites Feature

So with the New Year just beginning I thought I would start a new feature for my blog.
I am constantly adding to my favorites on Etsy and thought it would make a fun feature.

If you find anything great during the week on Etsy feel free to send it to me, or comment.


I came across this space+moderne while looking for reusable wine holders for Christmas gifts. Of course I was too late to order this year, but now I know they are out there.
She makes many designs to choose from as well as handbags, ipod cases, and homegoods.


I met Sasha Bell at a craft show this year. She has such a great style and she makes everything with Argentium silver, so you don't have to deal with that nasty silver tarnish. Her jewelry for me seems industrial and organic at the same time. She has fabulous bracelets and bangles as well as earrings and necklaces in her shop.


Get Ready Set Go has amazing vintage luggage that they upcycle and add images too. I just can't decide which one I want first. Their tagline is luggage for the unique and the geek. So if you are looking for some great new luggage head over to their fabulous shop.