Oh man, after a week away on business and the Peach being sick last week, I spent the majority of the weekend hugging and kissing the Peach and trying to enjoy every moment of fir scented fun during the holiday season. And it extended to my weekly search for the vintage kiddo retro round up. And let me tell you, Etsy is chockablock with amazing Christmas finds, so I’m going to share some of my favorite finds. I may or may not share some more next week…
For your little Christmas cowboy! Squee!!! From Etsy seller, Explore Mag.
Why not add some Christmas glee to your potty? (Hey, that rhymed!) From Etsy seller, Turtle and the Ray.
Don’t you think your peppermint cocoa would taste better in one of these vintage snowflake Tupperware mugs? I do! From Etsy seller, Beguiling Vintage.
We had a set of similiar beauties when I was a kid and I LOVED them. What kid wouldn’t love them? From Etsy seller, the Lamp Emporium.
I would have plotzed as a kid if I saw this tablerunner of holiday cuteness on my kitchen table! From Etsy seller, Uncle Bunk’s Trunk, who has the most amazing selection of vintage holiday linens around!
I love these jolly Napco vintage Santa candle holders. SO SWEET! From Etsy seller, Dakota Memories.
This holiday card tree is so charming, it makes me want to send holiday cards! From Etsy seller, Sydg.
I adore this couple Clause here in all their vintage felted glory! From Etsy seller, The Kitschen Cupboard.
Who says birds can’t be Christmasy? Especially when they are salt and pepper shakers. From Etsy seller, Nugents.
Well, if you can’t find the right vintage home decor for your pad, you might as well make your own–from the 1970 Great Big Christmas Book! From Etsy seller, Parisian Prairie Charm.
Happy Monday!
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I just saw Moonrise Kingdom. Again. For the third time.
Something about the movie just gets under my skin in a good way. I could probably write an entire post on my love of this movie alone. Heck, I could write a whole post on how much I love Francis McDormand’s fabulous wardrobe of vintage Lily Pulitzer dresses worn with Aran cardigans and galoshes. I rarely buy movies, but this one I know I will own and watch whenever I’m feeling blah and need a bit of cozy in my life.
But I must admit I feel that way about almost all of Wes Anderson’s films. Rushmore movies me to tears. Life Aquatic has a very special place in my heart. And don’t even get me started on the Royal Tanenbaums. Everyone has their favorite Wes Anderson moments. I particularly love when two characters are in closets!
But what does an uber Wes Anderson fan go for little mementos of the film that can make them sigh with happiness when they look at it? Why Etsy, of course, where there are tons of crafty folks equally obsessed with Wes Anderson. Sweet! Here are some of my favorites.
I’d so wear this necklace from Etsy seller, Coffin Rock Shop
These cufflinks from Angela Grace Jewelry are perfection and a sweet ode to the Fantastic Mr. Fox.
Ha! My favorite Bottle Rocket quote! From Etsy seller, GracyMay.
And the posters. Oh, man. I want them all for my Wes Anderson shrine I need to make.
This Royal Tanenbaum’s portrait quartet from The Drew Bank has my heart.
However Monster Gallery has such endearing Wes Anderson movie inspired posters. Sigh!
Don’t even get me started on the genius work of Etsy seller , Cladia Varosio. Love.
Intern, get me a campari. Oh, Steve… Genius. From Etsy seller, Michael Sapienza.
Oh, man, that was fun to find all of these great pieces.
I’ll leave you with one of my favorites, right now. Enjoy!
Sob! I’d love to know–are you a Wes Anderson fan? And if so, what is your favorite Wes Anderson movie/scene?
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I’m kinda crushing on Fantastic Toys something FIERCE.
Have you seen the cute papery overload that is Fantastic Toys? How cute you ask? Like sewing machine and iron cute.
Timothy Hauden, the mastermind behind Fantastic Toys sums it up best saying his creations, “bring out the antsy pants feeling of being a kid in a toy store! Whether it may be just a smile or squeals of delight, they make people happy. Inspired by Japanese crafts my kawaii (Japanese for super cute) soft toys are my spin of the indie plush craze.”
I think it would be great to print out a couple and save them for a rainy day this summer. I’m sure a kiddo could spend a couple of hours playing with these beautiful toys. They do involve some help as far as putting them together, but think of it as a great exercise for your older kids to put them together.
Here are my top five reasons for loving this brand:
1) All of the PDFs are under $5.00—talk about affordable!
2) You can buy, download and print it all in less than 10 minutes. Talk about immediate satisfaction!
3) Accidentally rip? Print it out again!
4) Can be taken apart and stored in a folder. Talk about space saving!
5) If your kiddo outgrows it, just pop the paper in your recycling bin.
Truly, they are fantastic toys!
A not so hidden weakness for kids clothing made out of vintage linens and fabrics. So that explains why I am just head over heels on Inessa who runs the Etsy shop called Creative Babies.
She has a great eye for seeing a new life in old colorful fabric that needs to be worn by kids instead of sitting in someone’s linen closet never seeing the light of day.
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Who wouldn’t’ smile when you saw this little fresh outfit coming at you?
I actually bought one of Inessa’s dresses and was so charmed by her personal note and sweet packaging to boot. Please note Etsy sellers that your buyers really do appreciate the additional care you put into delivery your packages.
Those pants kill me. I love pseudo colonial vintage.
And I love these great adult size slippers she makes too. What a nice housewarming gift, eh?
And wouldn’t this make the sweetest gift for a friend who just gave birth?
Also, Inessa is having a perfect little sale right now featuring some dandy little outfits that would be great for summer. Like these…
Enjoy!
The first time I remember writing my name was on the inside cover of one of my Golden Books along with my age.
I’ve had a wonderful love affair with books throughout my life.  They are dear friends to me and I love to see that same relationship blossom in the Peach. I love to hear her ask for “Peach’s book”.
I like to claim my books as my own and I’m sure this is what led to my obsession with book plates. Because there is something so special about having something with YOUR name on it. I have many a friend with a slightly unusual name who bristle at the memory of not finding his or her name on the personalized bike plate selection.
That’s why I’m so happy Oiseaux exists. Wonderful and inexpensive personlized bookplates for children (and adults, ahem…)
What a beautiful gift for a child along with a few favorite books from your own childhood.
Vintage card from Etsy seller, StarMango.
For some reason Valentine’s Day always looms large in the mind of a child as a COMPLETELY IMPORTANT HOLIDAY. I remember the obsessive ritual of making valentines for classmates and discussing the perfect red outfit to wear on Feb. 14. And later that night I was always over the moon with joy when I was given a wee heart-shaped box with mediocre chocolate in it from my parents every year.
But now as an adult, I am not a person who is likes hearts on my stuff. I mean, it’s not’s Valentine’s Day the whole year, so why put hearts on everything for one freaking day? But of course, those charmers at Etsy helped melt my icy heart with some grand goodies that aren’t too cloying and I would be delighted to see  all year round! Because sometimes, you gotta try to mix it up. And nobody mixes it up like Etsy. So I present my top Etsy kiddo finds to wear, hang and eat.
Nothing is more awesome than sidewalk chalk to a kid. Put a piece in their hands and get ready to read a few chapters of your book.  And what kid wouldn’t dig these sweet chalk hearts. The best part about these is that they won’t break the bank–so you can start saving your pennies for all those jelly bellys you are going to buy next month. From Etsy seller, Sunshine and Sidewalks.
This darling dressie is for the girlie girl who loves a good ruffle. Which is probably 3/4 of all the girls out there. From Etsy seller, Itzi and Bitzi.
I think Valentine’s Day must be hard on boys. They have to put up with cloying cards when all the really want is the candy.  Besides, girls are gross, right? The only cool one is Mom. And that is why this hat exists. From Etsy seller, StufflSew.
This is a great example of a nice use of heart that isn’t too cloying and can grow with your child or heck–even you! Such a charming frame that also features a cat. BONUS! From Etsy seller, I Heart Kid Art. Nuff said!
I think this would be an amazing gift to give to a preggie lady you might know. Or actually anybody. It’s just so very dear and would make any person smile. From Etsy seller, Bopeepbaby.
I know many a Daddy that would be quite delighted to have his little kiddo come down from her room Feb. 24th morn wearing this barrettes. From Etsy seller, Dunlap Love.
Sometimes you just want to go big or go home on VD, so why not do it with this heart-filled house? This is truly ingenious if you ask me. You just need a card table. And voila–instant kid nirvana. From Etsy seller, Miss Pretty Pretty.
Did you know that you can also buy yummy treats on Etsy? Like these adorable cookies? From Etsy seller, Whimsy and Spice. But you gotta order today to get them in time for Monday.
To end on a bang, I would like to revisit these fabulous skivvies that I featured last year around Valentine’s Day. Still awesome! Thanks Etsy seller, Small Threads, for rocking my world again!
I hope this list makes you smile and get excited about Valentine’s Day, because it is having that affect on me!