The Knotty Professor

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

A direction far better suited for the kitchen we are getting

Monday, August 17, 2009

what could be better for a back yard than one of these?

I used to fantasize about having a small Bambi Airstream in my back yard complete with tiny picket fence and plastic pink flamingo. And then I saw this gypsy caravan. Holy guacamole!

Sunday, August 16, 2009

The Farm Chicks

Check out this blog of some ladies in Spokane, WA. Their shop is real cute too.

LOOK at this tiny trailer!

Happy loves Rosie is so fricking cute, but this particular post is dreamy! It shows the whole adorable redo on her blog.

Website building inspiration

This is an amazing website for Sydney Wayser (a musician). It's like she's loves the same things I do!

I know I went on and on about these dolls and the wonderous tea salon, Crown and Crumpet, but I have to have one. Good thing my mom is super crafty. The dolls are for sale and can be purchased directly from the artist (other AMAZING dolls are also available)

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Keep Calm...

I really like the "Keep Calm and Carry On" stuff-- it's a bit saturated, which brings out the sillies in people.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Tea Party Inspiration

How awesome are these?

San Francisco Shopping Highlights: Bell'occhio and Britex

Indeed, my working trip to the Bay Area resulted in some marvelous finds and delicious meals. Yes, I did work, but I also took advantage of the city.

Best stores: Bell'occhio, which is featured in Martha Stewart this September. This is a kookie little gem that is hidden a bit south of Market at VanNess. We arrived in what appeared to be an arty old school San Francisco neighborhood and found the little gem literally warmly awaiting us with a locked door. We had to knock. Soon a woman appeared and let us into the extremely warm little shop. I don't really even know how to describe it. Odd little do-dads, ribbons, stationery, and curiosities. I bought these thread winders ($3) for some ribbon or a craft project; not sure yet.

Rosie and I also bought the Marie Antoinette tie with a guillotine on the back! We got a few more things for the wedding (not pictured, for the surprise). I have been wanting to go to this store since I saw an article about it in Victoria Magazine when I was maybe 16. It was quirky and it's staff even quirkier, but definitely did not disappoint.

The other place that I visited (again) was Britex Fabrics. Let me tell you something, this place is Fan-frickin-tastic. First and foremost the selection is unparalleled. Second and not really that far behind, the staff is INCREDIBLE! They are sweet, knowledgeable, extremely helpful, and made the experience there fantastic. I purchased plum and red satins for my wedding dress and black scalloped lace trim. We also got the ribbon for our bouquets. I love this place. Honestly, I really love San Francisco, but I loathe the tourists. I know I am one too, but I don't block sidewalks, ever.