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Summer Fun

To reward myself for finishing the latest work project I invested in some vintage treasures from 14carrot, one of my favorite Etsy sellers. She handmade these stitched tags, which I'm going to use along with some thrifted fabric to make a journal cover.

I've wanted this handmade pendant for a long time. I don't know why, but grapes always remind me of Italy and my dad. I'm looking for the right chain for it now.

14carrot really knows how to put together wonderful collections of vintage trims and bits and bobs to inspire me. This time I got a blue vintage glove box she made over that is packed with lovely things.

It's going to be a cool summer. :)

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