{ tempting me tuesday: papaya }

giclee canvases

Perhaps you are familiar with the sweet and oh-so-delicious Papaya–a recent discovery {for me} that has moi craving every little creation from this talented mother/daughter collaboration. From greeting cards and exquisite paper wraps to inspiring art canvases and journals – I dare you to find something in their shop that isn't absolutely yummy.

more canvases pictured with Papaya's gorgeous envelope sets

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don't forget mother's day

To read about the amazing designers who have teamed up with Papaya, go here.

{ foundling: jewelry with a past }

I have fallen head over heels in love with each little storied piece discovered in Betsy Carr's inspired jewelry line, Foundling. Each trinket in the Foundling collection is handmade using vintage, found, or recycled materials–creating a one-of-a-kind treasure for its lucky recipient. 

I'm particularly fond of the pieces pictured, but found plenty more lovelies for you to browse in Foundling's etsy shop. 

With Mother's Day and college graduations fast approaching, I was pleased to find the prices in Betsy's shop to be quite reasonable and I adore her exquisite gift wrap that comes with each little pretty. Be sure to follow Betsy's treasure hunting adventures and keep track of new additions to her collection by visiting her blog. {S.HOPtalk's featured blog of the week}. 

{ reclaim | repurpose | refresh: vintage maps }

Current pendant necklace by foundling

Escape to your favorite places with these clever little treasures–crafted by hand using vintage, repurposed maps. 

Sources: from upper left corner:

–new home card by Bombus

–vintage atlas notebooks by Bombus {custom locations available}

–set of 6 greeting cards with handcrafted vintage map envelopes by Bombus

–sterling antique map pendant by anne holman {custom pendants available}

Hand stitched using embroidery threads and filled with hypo-allergenic fiber, these charming little birds by etsy seller, cottonbird designs, are crafted using vintage maps. Eyes are embroidered and feet are also created by hand using florist wire.

{ wednesday wish list: bari j designs }

One of each { please }...

The vintage inspired Lara Hobo Petite in mixed 

Japanese fabric prints by Bari J

Motherhood French velvet ribbon brooch 

adorned with vintage jewelry finds, also by Bari J

Discover more Bari J. fabulousness here and the creative inspiration behind each of her one-of-a-kind creations here.

{ letteria: how do I love thee? }

let me count the ways...

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I first discovered the letterpress loveliness of designer Christa Schumacher-Schwarz, of Letteria, through her captivating photos on flickr. I was immediately drawn to the clean, lustrous feel of her images, which so eloquently capture the Swiss influence of her Zweidlen, (near Zurich) Switzerland based studio. 

To be honest, you don't have to do much for me to go ga-ga over letterpress goods-I love just about anything letterpress.  I'm sure you'll agree, however, that the cool sophistication of Christa's designs is extraordinary. 

Christa compares the experience of starting her endeavor and acquiring and using her letterpress for the first time to 'winning the lottery'. { Lucky us that she went for it! }

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You can't help but be insipired by the passion in her work...

and charmed by the cheerful images that welcome you to into her home...

To experience all of Christa's letterpress goodness,  visit her etsy shop and the Letteria web site. 

{ All images courtesy of Christa Schumacher-Schwarz via flickr }

Happy Friday everyone...thanks so much for continuing to stop by my little corner of the world. Have a wonderful weekend!!!

{ wednesday whimsy }

Add some whimsy to your Wednesday with these charming finds from etsy.

Composed of both new & vintage found objects,  J. Mundo Designs' 

one-of-a-kind pieces are created by hand with splendid attention to detail. 

Pictured here: Charming (l) Heartbreaker (c) & Change of Seasons (r) necklaces.

As unique & beautiful as the places they represent, the Strand neck wrap (l) and Baker Street scarflette (r) are from Boutique Pink Designs' London Collection of hand crocheted and knitted scarves and wraps.  These made to order designs include repurposed vintage earrings, brooches and charms for a touch of yesteryear whimsy.

Childhood memories, vintage finds and a fascination with the adventures of 'Alice in Wonderland' inspire each piece in Hoolala's storied collection of fun jewelry designs from Northhampton, England. Treat yourself or a well deserving friend to the sterling silver and pewter Smile necklace (l) or the silver vintage Magical Wishing Chair necklace (r).