Saturday, December 25, 2010

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Here's to your holiday!
Whatever you are celebrating, I wish you the best to you and yours!
I have headed to Kentucky with my boy girl to spend some much needed time away from New York. I haven't been away in a year! It's been wearing on me, hopefully I will like this place again when I get back.








Friday, December 24, 2010

Happy Holiday People! Last Minute Gift Ideas.




Ah, so you've waited til the last minute, eh?
Well we close early today so you better get your butt in gear.
Some last minute ideas to top off this season's
GREAT GIFT IDEAS.
We sure have given you guys a lot of 'em so you should have no excuse for this tardiness.

Great compasses for that hard to buy for man.
Woven chain necklaces for the bad-ass sister.
Picture and card holders for the office friend.

Look for our best of Gift Ideas for more truly wonderful gifts!

Thursday, December 23, 2010

Great Gift Idea: Jene Despain leather studded bracelet


In stock in a variety of ways.
And new winter white for winter!

Get yours with lots of studs, a few studs (pictured), no studs and braided instead.
Great worn together.
$58-$60.

Great Gift Idea: 3 Piece Gift Sets



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Each set inspired from its vintage typewriter ribbon tin.
Variations include:
necklace, ring, earrings
brooch, necklace, ring
necklace, brooch, earrings
necklace, bracelet, earrings

A steal at $80
(considering some of these pieces are that price alone)

Great Gift Idea: Pictorial Webster's




Featuring over 1,500 engravings that originally graced the pages of Webster's dictionaries in the 19th century, this chunky volume is an irresistible treasure trove for art lovers, designers, and anyone with an interest in visual history. Meticulously cleaned and restored by fine-press bookmaker Johnny Carrera, the engravings in Pictorial Webster's have been compiled into an alluring and unusual visual reference guide for the modern day. Images range from the entirely mysterious to the classically iconic. From Acorns to Zebras, Bell Jars to Velocipedes, these alphabetically arranged archetypes and curiosities create enigmatic juxtapositions and illustrate the items deemed important to the Victorian mind. Sure to inspire and delight, Pictorial Webster's is at once a fascinating historical record and a stunning jewel of a book.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

'BEST OF': Gift Ideas for that Unexpected Gift you now have to Reciprocate





It's nice to have a few of these on hand for person you weren't expecting a present from.
All $14 and under, the great last minute run to your suitcase, I totally got you something to present to stash.

'BEST OF': Gift Ideas for Your Girl.





Some selections from our GREAT GIFT IDEAS wrapped into one to give you an idea of some of the treasures you can find in the shop for your girl.

Great Gift Idea: Numbered Trinket Boxes


Great for small jewelry, pills, or other tiny stashes. Great next to the sink or on the night stand, these porcelain trinket boxes make great stocking stuffers.

$5 each or set of 7 for $32.

Great Gift Idea: Deadstock Sarah Coventry Arrow Rings



Adorable little brass wrap arrow ring from famous vintage designer Sarah Coventry.
Only $5.

Great Gift Idea: Vintage Poster




vintage images are printed in Italy on ivory laid paper. Perfect for framing as poster art, for gift wrap, book arts and collage. 20″ × 28″

Unfortunately these items can't be shipped due to the fragile nature, but you can shop the whole collection in our shops!

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Great Gift Idea for the Hostess: Cast Iron Bottle Openers



Inspired by California living and architecture, HomArt presents a collection of hand finished home accessories forging a contemporary link with California's romantic past. Their range of refined yet affordable home accessories is created for everyday use from all-natural, recycled, and new materials, simple and tastefully designed to comfortably mix with any décor. Showing the handwork of skilled craftsmen, the HomArt collection evokes the warmth and serenity of a less hurried era.

We fell in love with their series of cast-iron bottle openers that look like they were found in the corner of your favorite antique shop. Of course we were immediately drawn to the nautical inspired ones- these are great hostess and colleague gifts. They also make perfect gifts for men.

Great Gift Idea: Charm Necklaces






Kinda a no brainer. Only $28.

'BEST OF': Gift Ideas for the Tot.




Selected from our Holiday Series GREAT GIFT IDEAS.
Some things you can scoop up for the kiddos.

Leather checker set: $28
Guatemalan Worry Dolls: $6
Bags O Stuff: $16.50

Great Gift Idea for Dad: Cast Iron Revolver


Constructed of solid cast iron and replicated from an antique toy revolver. Hand finished in a pewter rust patina. Perfect as a decorative accent or paperweight. The perfect gift for any enthusiast. Measures 4.5" x 3.25".

Monday, December 20, 2010

'BEST OF': Gift Ideas for Him.






Been sifting through our GREAT GIFT IDEAS to give all you last minute gifters a nice list for everyone on your list.

Axe money clip: $12
compass keychains: $10
Badges: $28-$40
Wooden Canteen: $75
Brothel Tokens: $3.50

Coming Soon! Tiny Cameo Rings


Gold Plated Faux Cameo Adjustable Rings

Colours ---Brown/Cornelian Blue/Wedgewood Black/Jet

18kt Gold Plated

10x8mm Ring with 8x6mm Simulated Cameo Stones .

These should arrive in time for that New Year's Party!

Reserve yours on-line today!

Great Gift Idea for the new home



Or the wine lover.
We just got some lovely cotton wine inspired kitchen towels ($10.50) and some incredible antique reproduction silver plated corkscrews ($38).

New from Carrier Pigeon!




We just got a nice array of her new collection. Leather cocktail rings and hand carved and pierced arrows and fox tails are among our favorites.