tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7935086948410888782024-03-19T04:48:46.820-04:00please sirplease sirhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18399057388828998855noreply@blogger.comBlogger899125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-793508694841088878.post-68300161851099118362011-01-23T23:21:00.009-05:002011-01-25T09:58:40.224-05:00Shaving Kit Supplies Vintage<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TT7itdR4d2I/AAAAAAAASMI/1ROjSzQdAvw/s1600/il_fullxfull.210686325.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 375px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TT7itdR4d2I/AAAAAAAASMI/1ROjSzQdAvw/s400/il_fullxfull.210686325.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566135460058134370" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rrFavAI/AAAAAAAASLo/vCt56kBs1qg/s1600/il_570xN.210672804.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 378px; height: 248px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rrFavAI/AAAAAAAASLo/vCt56kBs1qg/s400/il_570xN.210672804.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565603265776368642" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rjOLUsI/AAAAAAAASLg/J_XwQwveTss/s1600/il_570xN.209939207.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 378px; height: 478px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rjOLUsI/AAAAAAAASLg/J_XwQwveTss/s400/il_570xN.209939207.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565603263665623746" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rbQdiLI/AAAAAAAASLY/adOR2oJDIy8/s1600/il_570xN.204980902.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 376px; height: 447px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rbQdiLI/AAAAAAAASLY/adOR2oJDIy8/s400/il_570xN.204980902.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565603261527722162" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rCWrCCI/AAAAAAAASLQ/Q0JV1SFVVKc/s1600/il_570xN.197077102.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 375px; height: 402px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TTz-rCWrCCI/AAAAAAAASLQ/Q0JV1SFVVKc/s400/il_570xN.197077102.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565603254842886178" border="0" /></a>I'm dusting off Please Sir and slowly returning to the blogosphere with new aspirations and inspiring ideas. I apologize for the long absence, but I needed a little transition time for my new job (yay!). I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. I will have more responsibility, but I look forward to the challenges and creative fuel ahead. One can dream for it all, right?! Please bear with me as I find a blogging routine that works best with my new responsibilities. Thank you for being patience and awesome!<br /><br />Let's start the week off with beautiful vintage finds from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/shavingkitsuppplies">Shaving Kit Supplies</a>. From a lovely <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66524084/vintage-ceramic-french-clock">French clock</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66521120/vintage-heart-brooch">heart brooch</a> (perfect for Valentine's Day), <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66342392/vintage-money-bag">vintage money bag</a> (perfect for pillows), <a href="http://www.etsy.com/transaction/41087948">fox door knocker</a> and a large variety of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/63044596/owls-antique-book-plate-1914?ga_search_query=owl&ga_search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5331937">book prints</a>.<br /><br />Link - <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/shavingkitsuppplies">Shaving Kit Supplies</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript"><!--
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All things I love! Plus, Dave and I are staying in a bed & breakfast for the holiday and it will be my first B&B experience. I can't wait! To curve my turkey cravings, I'm finding Thanksgiving inspiration from images filled with pops of orange, falling leaves and vintage hints. I also love the addition of teal colored pieces to your Fall table setting and wardrobe to break up the traditional orange and yellow color scheme. </p><div align="left"></div><div align="left">How are you getting ready for the holiday? And yes, having a cocktail does count!</div><div align="left"></div><div align="left"></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript"><!--
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Here's a small glimpse inside the tour including tips from Eddie!</div><div align="left"><br /></div><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215190970727474" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgj4Pa0_DI/AAAAAAAAR7w/slc-5q4ckhI/s400/eddie5.JPG" /> <p align="center">Eddie explained that you can find affordable antiques at fleamarkets - even cheaper than new products at major stores. See his short video <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZmrP0BmeS4&feature=youtube_gdata_player">here</a>.</p><div align="center"></div><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215158298577586" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgj2VtLirI/AAAAAAAAR7Q/5NW3ipzf7Dc/s400/eddie1.JPG" /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 292px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215174048948578" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgj3QYXIWI/AAAAAAAAR7g/y2046hQu02s/s400/eddie3.JPG" /> <p align="center">Look for vintage ribbons and buttons to add details to pillows, duvet covers, magnets, gifts and more! </p><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 324px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215605550086818" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgkQX2P-qI/AAAAAAAAR8I/dpAimaVocrA/s400/eddie8.JPG" /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537218879762250242" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgnO9PQugI/AAAAAAAAR8g/zjgQYGGzX6I/s400/eddie10.jpg" />Linens, linens and more linens! Linens are great to pair with modern dishware or bedding, frame as a headboard or use as cocktail napkins. Look for interesting details like monograms and color-inspired patterns. Got a small stain? Try dyeing linens with a fresh color!<br /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 361px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215594511981666" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgkPuuj3GI/AAAAAAAAR74/0OQPILERE0A/s400/eddie6.JPG" /> Old prints make great wall art especially when framed with linen or burlap wrapped matting.<br /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 348px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215595905837746" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgkPz64arI/AAAAAAAAR8A/m6x3aEa-v-0/s400/eddie7.JPG" /> Beautiful susanis bring a colorful and exotic accent to any room.<br /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 293px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215186645101154" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgj3_ThKmI/AAAAAAAAR7o/uJV6qfMyuX8/s400/eddie4.JPG" /> Eddie Ross next to vintage globes, books, suitcase and phone...enough said.<br /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 296px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215612050087298" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgkQwD-HYI/AAAAAAAAR8Q/fSEAXH0yLQ0/s400/eddie9.JPG" /> Eddie pointed out old oil cans, which after thorough cleaning can be used at the bar for a small dash of vermouth on martinis.<br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgkRtGOF-I/AAAAAAAAR8Y/KW05vAsA_e4/s1600/eddie11.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 330px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537215628434085858" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TNgkRtGOF-I/AAAAAAAAR8Y/KW05vAsA_e4/s400/eddie11.jpg" /></a> Jaithan Kochar, me (looking oh-so-short) and Eddie Ross at Metrolina!<br /><br /><div align="left">As an avid fleamarketer, I was impressed by Eddie's knowledge and ideas on injecting new life into otherwise dated antiques. His tour also motivated me to think boarder in terms of purchasing and re-purposing vintage pieces. Eddie and I may have different styles, but it was truly inspiring to see and hear his design perspective. I also realized that no matter what your style or taste is...there is always an object, idea or inspiration to be found at the fleamarket. My passion and love for the hunt has grown even more!</div><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left"></div><div align="left">Links - Check out Eddie Ross on his <a href="http://www.eddieross.com/eddie_ross/">blog</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/eddieross">Twitter</a> and recent feature in <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/28/garden/28qna.html">The New York Times</a>. </div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript"><!--
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Are you ready to see the rest? </p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 338px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522774903666659394" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTWg5N-UEI/AAAAAAAARyQ/w3EjzpxDRVM/s400/lib10-3.JPG" /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 332px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775598556793058" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXJV4sSOI/AAAAAAAARzY/xUXCAduubMw/s400/lib10-13.JPG" /> <p align="center">A great selection of pitchers and dishware. The cube design...love!</p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 353px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775218622979154" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTWzOhaXFI/AAAAAAAARzA/Y_2FGZXNFnU/s400/lib10-9.JPG" /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 295px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522774908456470626" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTWhLD9CGI/AAAAAAAARyY/2SCunjX0a_A/s400/lib10-4.JPG" /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775602786632834" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXJlpKhII/AAAAAAAARzg/8TQsJl6Kh64/s400/lib10-15.jpg" /> <p align="center">Trend alert - ships, ships and more ships. There was a ton of vintage ships and sea-inspired accessories.<br /></p><p align="center"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 363px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522774931909321938" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTWiibjJNI/AAAAAAAARyg/GrpvTENZUKQ/s400/lib10-5.JPG" /></p><p align="center">Stylish retro briefcase hiding beside an old dartboard.</p><p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 344px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775214335773762" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTWy-jQzEI/AAAAAAAARy4/gyRW6dILZA8/s400/lib10-8.JPG" /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 326px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522774899835502610" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTWgq8jgBI/AAAAAAAARyI/esjACqYLquo/s400/lib10-2.JPG" /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 367px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522774895896997746" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTWgcRir3I/AAAAAAAARyA/V-uPOl4iYdE/s400/lib10-1.jpg" />Brass and glass novelty items like an adorable bird knocker, a cute bee used for holding honey and tree stump pots. Dear <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/index.jsp">Anthropologie</a>, please hire me to find more goodies like these...thanks. </p><p align="center"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 274px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775596115959074" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXJMywHSI/AAAAAAAARzQ/cHNuornKYeg/s400/lib10-12.jpg" /></p><p align="center">Vintage Christmas village!</p><p align="center"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXfUHkeuI/AAAAAAAAR0Q/julyETX18z0/s1600/lib10-16.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 244px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775976039447266" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXfUHkeuI/AAAAAAAAR0Q/julyETX18z0/s320/lib10-16.JPG" /></a> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXdhtb7DI/AAAAAAAARz4/qQbw_tYbgt4/s1600/lib10-10.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 260px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775945328192562" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXdhtb7DI/AAAAAAAARz4/qQbw_tYbgt4/s320/lib10-10.JPG" /></a></p><p align="center"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXd7P-_LI/AAAAAAAAR0A/UrpKC08KAy4/s1600/lib10-11.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775952183983282" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXd7P-_LI/AAAAAAAAR0A/UrpKC08KAy4/s320/lib10-11.JPG" /></a> <a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXeZQp-vI/AAAAAAAAR0I/Vi0UuBRS5Xw/s1600/lib10-14.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 258px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522775960239864562" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9ao60S41AXg/TKTXeZQp-vI/AAAAAAAAR0I/Vi0UuBRS5Xw/s320/lib10-14.JPG" /></a></p><p align="center">I saw several variations on bold striped felt blankets - hello snuggly fall weather. Also, a large collection of horse ribbons and pastel colored furniture. I hope you enjoyed this year's Liberty round-up...now I can't wait until the next show in April!</p><p align="center">For more vintage treats, view items from the last Liberty <a href="http://pleasesirblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/picnic-at-liberty.html">here</a>. </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript"><!--
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