Month: July 2011

So the boy and I are a bundle of awkward mess and I thought it would be fun to see what Jake finds most Awkward. I gave him one rule…”no poop jokes”. (that’s such a funny word…poop)

1. When you’re at the movies during the previews talking really loud about, “HOW COOL WILL WOULD IT BE IF ANIMALS REALLY COULD….talk.” Then the audio cuts out and you enter moron mode.

2. When you pass someone you don’t normally talk to and give them the, “head nod” only to realize they weren’t going to give the, “head nod,” but actually say hello. Then, you say hello back mumbled and stuttering, but you’re already about 5 steps past them.

3. When you’re walking your dog and someone walks by to give you compliments on how cute your dog is and how dogs just don’t get any better than that. Then you dog takes a dump.

3. When you catch your roommate in college watching porn. (This also goes in the “gross” and “never again” category.)

4. When it’s 3a.m. in the morning and you’re by yourself in the dark on your computer and start, “cooking (link).” Then your see your dog staring at you.

5. When you spend a decent amount of time saying goodbye to someone and then you both leave in the same direction.

6. When you try to hold back a HUGE manly sneeze because you know it’ll blow buildings down and it comes out all high pitch and girly.

7. When you wish your girlfriend happy birthday in Leet speak and she has no idea what you were saying. (Also the moment when you realize your nerdiness gets in the way of your relationship.)

8.  iPhone autocorrect. Where dimples become nipples and Cameron’s become cameltoe’s.

9. Making “cool guy” faces in the mirror, then your girlfriend walks by and laughs.

Make sure you laugh today! It’s good for you!

I’ve had my shop open for just over a week now and I am blown away with how it is being received. I’ve worked extremely hard to bring you guys unique vintage containers that you could use in your home/workspace. Today, I’ve selected my 4 personal favorites that are in the shop right now. These items are going to be hard to part with, but I know they will go to a good home.

Today only – get these 4 items at a discounted price! Here is a little extra info about each piece.

1. Set of 4 Apothecary Bottles (instant collection)
This is a great mix of apothecary bottles all varying in size and detailing. The amber glass has a lot of character. One bottle displays a measurement scale embossed on one side with a unique cork topper. Another shows embossed type details. Another has a Corn Silk label in good vintage condition and the last bottle is plain with a white screw on lid. Instant collection!

2. Vintage Wire Gym Basket
This basket was numbered 25 by the American Playground Device Co Of Anderson, Indiana. These baskets were used in gyms or swimming pools as lockers. This item has visible patina caused by years being near swimming pools. The structure is still very sturdy and reliable.

3. Vintage Eastman Kodak Company Film Tin
This is a vintage film canister that reads “Eastman Films” with the EKC logo in the center metal is discolored, but gives canister a great aged look. George Eastman put the first simple camera into the hands of consumers back in 1888. You could own a piece of history!

4. Pair of Vintage 1950s Green Glass Water or Juice Jars
These 2 green glass jars display the words “juice & water” in embossed type running down the side. Both come with their original metal yellow lid and are in excellent vintage condition.

Let me know if you have any questions or concerns!

New products in the shop this week!
1. Industrial Metal Storage Box 2.  Set of 3 Teal Spice Jars 3. Peach-Colored Decorative Tin

Finally. A beautiful pair of reproduciton Margaret Keane painting are hanging on my wall. Tracked down in the basement of one of my favorite vintage shops in town, these two painting fit perfectly in my living room. The first piece titled, “The Thinker” is of a little doe-eyed boy sitting at a desk.  The second piece titled “Left Behind” is of a little doe-eyed girl peeking through a hole in the fence with her kitty cat near by. They are precious and I’m so glad I’ve finally found a pair in good condition at a decent price.

Learn more about Margaret Keane–>

A few weeks ago I went to see the movie Super 8 with the mister and ever since I’ve been randomly stumbling across some really great movie clips. I later discovered that a majority of them we clumped together under the Super 8 Group on Vimeo. Ever since I discovered this plethora of super 8 films I’ve been jumping from one video to the next. This particular video won me over with the awesome track by the Vivian Girls and anger management inspiration 😉

[vimeo 14513646 w=515&h=290]
August 2010, Barcelona
Directed and Photographed by Oriol Barberà Masats
Art Direction: Laura Martín
Production: Alba Fernández, Balbina Sardà, Sibila Estruch.
Make up: Gina Ros
Music: Vivian Girls
Cast: Laura Martín, Elayne Moldberg, Natascha Wiese.