Nouveau for Autumn...

New pieces are now in the shop for fall... And to all my loyal readers, use the coupon code 'FallLove' for 15% off your purchase between now and September 30th (Not valid on the purchase of Gift Certificates or the Monthly Clubs)!

Aubergine in Spring...

1. via 'A Creative Mint'

2. via 'Postcards and Pretties'

3. via 'Haute Design'

4. via 'A Cup of Jo'

5. via 'Scrapbook'

Giveaway {La Marquise Des Anges}

I am so very, very excited to introduce you to Sabine of 'La Marquise Des Anges', a lovely clothing and jewelry shop from France... I stumbled upon Sabine's shop some time ago... And quickly added her to my favourites... I adore the feminie appeal of her pieces... And between you and me, I'd like to purchase every last item in her shop! This week, Sabine has graciously offered $35 in store credit to spend in her shop! Thank you so much Sabine!

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Sabine has taken the time to answer some questions:
What does a perfectly ordinary day in your life look like?
"it would be a day I managed to balance my indiepreneur life and my personal life. I generally wake up very early, starting the day with computer- related things, then I finish the order I have in progress, make custom orders, go the the post office, create new things, photoshoot ... each days are different. I am very happy when I have finished all the priority once my hubbie is back home..."

What time of year most inspires you?
"I must confess and I am in a perpetual inspiration -mood. I see inspiration in everything... However I do really really like the spring & fall seasons, I always regain creative spirit at this time of the year."

What do you think of as comfort food?
"I love cooking and a perfect day for me, is a day I had some time to spend in my kitchen cooking (not just putting ingredients together, I mean COOKING, a brand new recipe is even better) my overall favorite comfort food would be my all time favorite lasagna (fresh salmon, smoked salmon and leek fondue), my grand mother roasted chicken recipe (with sautées potatoes) and a fruit tart with a generous spoon of ice cream."

If you could hop on a plane, without giving one thought to your budget, where would you go?
"I would say a KENYA and TANZANIA travel combo for the discovery ... or the MALDIVES Islands for a peaceful, relaxing and dreamy vacation."

What are five things you would like to do in the next five years?
"I won't be very original but I feel blessed with what I have right now : a wonderful, adorable and supporting husband, a lovely home we are renovating to really make it "ours",  loving family, friends and pets and I love what I am doing. I love working for myself and I adore feeling dozen of (happyness & excitement) butterflies in my chest while creating new pieces. If it's as good as now, then whatever it is will be fine."


This giveaway runs from October 18th to 24th at 7pm (EST)... The winner will be chosen and announced on Sunday, October 24th

1. Visit 'La Marquise Des Anges' and choose your favourite digital design from the shop... Come back here and leave a comment along with your email address, mentioning your favourite item...

2. For an additional entry, link to this giveaway on your blog, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

3. For an additional entry, tweet about this giveaway on Twitter, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

4. For an additional entry, link to this giveaway on Facebook, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

5. For even more entries, POST again (Blog, Twitter, Facebook) at any time later in the week, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

* YOU MAY ENTER UP TO FIVE TIMES FOR FIVE CHANCES TO WIN!

Comments have been a bit down... In order to keep offering these fantastic giveaways, I need to get as many comments (and visits for the sponsors) as possible... Please help me spread the word so we can keep a good thing going friends!!!

The winner will be randomly chosen and posted HERE on the blog on Sunday, October 24th... Please check the blog on Saturday to see if YOU are the winner! Enjoy... Please help spread the word and a dear thank you again to Sabine of 'La Marquise Des Anges'!

The Fall Collection Is Here!

Over the next few days, I will be unveiling my new Fall Collection... Inspired by the warmth of fall, I hope you'll enjoy the 'Auburn Glow' Collection!

Dusk & Blush...

1. Degas Necklace in Blush & Light Grey
2. Bouquet via 'I Do... Inspiration'
3. Antique Rose & Gray Ban.do
4. Grey Damask Room via 'Filed for Later'
5. 'One More Please' Fine Art Photograph
6. Easter Time @ the Shop
7. Flowers & Boots

{Please take the time to enter this week's giveaway with 'Indo Bay'}

New Vintage Pieces at {The Ardent Sparrow}

I've added several new vintage pieces to the shop... What do you think?

Giveaway {Jewel Me Pretty}

Back in May, lovely Rin of 'Jewel Me Pretty' approached me about participating in a giveaway... I was more than thrilled to have her... Rin's jewelry emanates soft romance... And she has graciously offered $20 in shop credit for TWO winners!

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Rin has also taken the time to answer a few questions:

What does a perfectly ordinary day in your life look like?

"Juggling between work and spurring creativity juice on precious weekends."

What time of year most inspires you?

"Definitely winter because the country I live in has enough warmth all year round."

What do you think of as comfort food?

"I cannot resist chocolates and crave for sushi most of the time."

If you could hop on a plane, without giving one thought to your budget, where would you go?

"I'll choose either romantic Paris or soothing Maldives. Paris for the French ambiance and Maldives for those tempting crystal clear waters."

What are five things you would like to do in the next five years?

"1. Create more inspiring pieces

2. Embark on a successful career

3. Carve a future with my other half

4. Travel to Europe

5. Do voluntary work"

This giveaway runs from June 12th - July 17th at Noon (EST)

1. Visit 'Jewel Me Pretty' and choose your favourite item(s) from the shop... Come back here and leave a comment along with your email address, mentioning your favourite item...

2. For an additional entry, link to this giveaway on your blog, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

3. For an additional entry, tweet about this giveaway on Twitter, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

4. For an additional entry, link to this giveaway on Facebook, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

5. For even more entries, POST again (Blog, Twitter, Facebook) at any time later in the week, come back here and post an additional comment with the link and your email address...

* YOU MAY ENTER UP TO FIVE TIMES FOR FIVE CHANCES TO WIN!

The winner will be randomly chosen and posted HERE on the blog on Saturday... Please check the blog on Saturday to see if YOU are the winner! Enjoy... Please help spread the word and thanks again to Rin of 'Jewel Me Pretty'!

Spring Colour Inspiration {Stem}

1. Geometric Print Bag 2. Sandra Lane 3. Gem Bud Bracelet 4. Fabric Flower 5. Macaroons 6. Bouquet

Spring Colour Inspiration {Robin's Egg}

1. Ali Bradshaw 2. Retro Lamps 3. Necklace 4. Enjoy Cupcakes 5. Attic Room 6. Robin's Egg Blue 7. French Rose Pillow

Greece Bound... {Evening Look}

Black Silk Blazer from 'Net-A-Porter'
Belize Tie Die Wicker Clutch from 'Monsoon'
Lele Silk-Chiffon Strapless Dress from 'Net-A-Porter'
Ribbon Espadrille from 'Matches'
Cascading Earrings from 'Zappos'

Greece Bound... {Day Look}

Leather Bag from 'Net-A-Porter'
Greek Palmette Bracelet from 'The Met Store'
Green Shoulder Print Fill Blouse from 'Debenhams'
Back Flap Short from 'Wet Seal'
Gold Seagrass Flip Flops from 'Monsoon'
Bijoux Heart 24K Gold Earrings from 'Net-A-Porter'
Melissa Odabash Palm Beach Kaftan from 'Net-A-Porter'

A Giveaway A Day {Day Five} "Almost Sunday" + "The Ardent Sparrow" + "Laura Walls Taylor"

I've featured the shop of "Almost Sunday" several times... I adore her work and the butterfly mobile pictured below hangs above Brennah's crib! It's my favourite Etsy purchase yet! Today's fortunate winner will receive $25 US in store credit to spend in "Almost Sunday"... Enjoy!

Today's winner will also receive store credit for $20 US from my shop, "The Ardent Sparrow"... Enjoy!

And last, but not least, today's winner will also receive 15% off any purchase from the pottery shop of "Laura Walls Taylor"... Enjoy!

ENTER TO BE TODAY'S $45 US WINNER... Visit each shop, comment on your favourite item from each, and don't forget to leave your email address! The winner will be randomly chosen tonight at 10:00 pm EST... Enjoy and best wishes!

New {Vintage Luxe} Collection...

A new limited edition collection of luxurious, vintage pieces... The collection will continue to grow... But these are the first few pieces! Enjoy the weekend... And check back for Giveaway #1 in a full week of fabulous Etsy giveaways!

"Anne Boleyn" Ring

"Josephine" Necklace

"Jane Eyre" Necklace

"Victoria" Necklace

"Antionette" Earrings

"Catherine" Necklace

If I Got Married Again... {SingleB: Beautiful}

Last weekend Jay and I celebrated our 6th wedding anniversary... Our wedding, May 17, 2003, was a perfect day... I know most brides would say that about their wedding... But in my case, it was true! The sky was blue, not a cloud in sight... The weather was warm with a cool breeze... I married the man that I'd been dreaming about... And we were surrounded by family and friends... But as much as I LOVED every minute of it, I'm glad I only had to plan it all once... However, if I was going to get married again (and I'm more than glad I don't have to), these Etsy sellers would be on my contact list... Enjoy the wedding inspired bliss!

I love the elegance and simplicity of the (potential engagement and wedding) rings by "SingleB: Beautiful"... Someday... Maybe someday... Perhaps I should send the link to Jay!

Illustration Inspirations {Munieca}

Original illustrations by "Munieca"... Don't you love how she turns her artwork into jewellery... Wonderful... And inspiring!