Quick find.

I was looking for something in my Nana's basement the other day and this little find made my day.

Its a vintage tupperware caddy, mustard yellow handle and base, I couldn't just leave it.

I brought it upstairs and asked her why she had it and she just simply said ,"I put it away cause I figured you'd need tupperware someday", I smiled. Isn't she just the cutest?

With the lids it has, its perfect for storing any of my little craft goodies. ekek:)

Worked an incredibly long day. But I cant complain, the kids were amazing, and the pups were home waiting for me. I rode my bike and walked the dogs along with me. I went from having a dog someday being a want, to an absolute need. I am in love.

Be sure to be finding the brighter side,

j

We're not the same, we're different.

X marks the spot.

Last time I was in Jersey, A treasure chest had arrived at Greg's house for me from his Aunt in Nevada (whom I've never met).

First off, I was elated that she A. knew who I was and B. felt as though she knew me enough to send a package for me. Well let me tell you, she so scored.

I couldn't barely contain my "eeks" as I carefully began to scavenge through the box. There was so much in there, so much vintage, so many stories, I will be photographing it for quite some time. But, I did want to share with you a little of what I got.

You don't even know. She also included articles from where some of the things actually came from so I could see time period, purpose, and story. It was amazing. Thank you Aunt Betsy:)

Got alot of crafting done after work today. The house I'm staying at has a sun room, the most perfectly content place to craft. I'm loving it.

The pups are laying by my feet while I sit here and blog. Sigh, so ready for a dog of my own.

Until tomorrow,

j

Believe in me, like I believe in you.

So sorry for my lack of posting.

I didn't see my boyfriend for two weeks so we were playing catch up and two new furry friends are taking up my life..

I'm dog sitting for the next week and a half so these are the new loves of my life.

But- since I'm staying at the house I'll have tons of time to craft and blog. I plan on playing some serious catch up.

Since I'm about ready to call it a night heres a quickie,

Last time we went home to see Greg's parents in New Jersey they had given me a few vintage tins filled with craft goodies, one included these little dears.

I'm thinking they would look adorable on top of cupcakes, si?

More treasures to come.

Sweet sleeps,

-j

I'm just sitting on the shelf.

Just a little treasure:)

These printers blocks are from the early 1900s. My antique lady Jill, said her uncle used to actually use them to print the newspaper! Isn't that amazing! They were pretty picked through over the years but I totally fell head over heels for the numbers and sat on the floor digging through the box for the best ones.

Enjoy!

I came home from a really blah day to some treats I've been anxiously awaiting in the mail. I CANNOT wait to share them with you!

Until tomorrow,

j

Yes, I'm glad to see you.

Has anyone ever been a bike rider?

Not just owning a bike, but having a passion for being on it?

I have. I LOVE my bike.

No seriously there's something about bike riding that just grounds me. It makes me feel so connected with myself. Last summer, I woke up at 5am every morning just to have a good 45 minutes alone with my bike before work. The quiet and stillness of the morning just always was such an amazing way to start my day.

I ride a vintage schwinn world tourist, with a basket on the front. It has my heart.

I've been dying for sunny days to come so I could ride, but for some reason even though they came my poor bike just sat there, staring at me.

I accidentally left it out in the rain a few days ago and felt really bad. Today I came home from work and just really wanted to be outside. I had to run to the grocery store and pharmacy to pick a few things up. I decided to take my bike.

Thats all I needed. One good ride. And I fell in love all over again.

Ugh. seriously. just pure joy.

All these images are taken by Bethany Joy. An amazing photographer and friend, you can check out her work here.

Hope your week started as lovely as mine!

xoxo -j