Vintage Gifts, Just in Time for Christmas!

I know everyone has their tree up, presents wrapped, and activities all planned out, right? After all, Christmas is just nine days away... But if you are like me...shopping isn't done, haven't even bought a tree and running around like a crazy person...then this blog post is for you!

I promised to buy only local, handmade, or vintage gifts this year so I have put together a list of few of my favorite etsy shops in case, like me, you are looking for last minute gifts and want to support a small business at the same time.

I have been drooling over these poodle gravel art pictures since I first saw them. They are adorable and I know if I woke up everyday and saw them, they would totally put a smile on my face. They are from SpaceModyssey. She has a ton of great stuff in her shop!

Pyrex is always the perfect gift and these Snowflake Garland fridgies from GypsumMoonVintage are adorable! Snowflake Garland is one of my favorite patterns and fridgies can be hard to find!

TTLGFurnishings has amazing glassware in her shop including tons of Pyrex- even full sets if you are looking to jump start your collection. This owl by Fenton is no exception. Pretty and adorable- he would make the perfect gift!

I love lazy Susan dishes and I love California Pottery from the 1950's.  We have several we use to hold our keys, condiments on our kitchen table, and as a catch all for change on the bedroom dresser. This fish themed lazy Susan  from AtomicKittenVintage is cute and useful.

And if you are looking for handmade, this gorgeous crochet scarf from YarnWorksStudio would make the perfect gift. Trust me, I have one.

Of course, the list wouldn't be complete if I didn't throw in an item from my own shop LivingAVintageLife.  I listed new items today, just in time for your holiday shopping.  My favorite is this vintage carpet bag tapestry purse. It was hard to let go. 

I hope this helps you guys with your last minute shopping and gets the word out about some great etsy shops with vintage items that you should definitely follow!

Have a wonderful day!

-Tricia

Pyrex For Days.

As most of you know, I'm a Pyrex collector/fanatic. So I decided it would be a good time of year to mix it up a bit and try to make a Pyrex Christmas display...unfortunately, I think it looks like a hot mess.

  

I think I am trying to mix too many colors and patterns together...put really, when am I going to get a chance to pull out the green Pyrex...this cabinet usually holds red, yellow, and black. Back to the drawing board on this one...

I've had lots of interest in my Pyrex necklaces on my Etsy shop LivngAVntgLife. 

I thought I would give a quick tutorial on how to make necklaces with any image you want, be it a photograph, patterned paper, or your own artwork.

The first thing you need to do is gather all of your supplies including the Epiphany Crafts Shape Studio Tool Round 25, Bubble Caps, and Charm Settings. You can print out your artwork in a one inch circle (I like to use photo quality paper) or simply download one inch sized artwork you can find on sites like Etsy.

Simply insert your desired artwork into the front of the Shape Studio Tool.

Drop the matching Bubble Cap right on top and press until it touches the paper.

Close the lid and press.

Out pops your custom epoxy shape!

Use a metal glue to adhere it into the coordinating charm. I like E-6000. I usually buy the clear but I accidentally picked up the white. I think the clear is best just in case you get messy.

And there you have it! One custom charm ready to add to a bracelet, necklace, or key chain.

I buy my chain from www.ballchain.com I like to buy it in the spools and cut it the length I need. The one I order is the smallest- chain #1.

This would make perfect last minute holiday gifts! Or find something you love, make some necklaces and start your own Etsy shop!

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Have a wonderful day!

Tricia