Vintage Indie

Handmade Crush: Quartz Cluster Earrings

Handmade Crush: Quartz Cluster Earrings

Shop: shipwreckdandy 

Vintage Indie Kids: Winter Accessories from Rainbow Mittens

I'm really adoring these darling mittens and ear muffs from Rainbow Mittens. 

RainbowMittens

Handmade Crush: Rachel Pfeffer Designs

 

If you're looking for a little something to get that special girl in your life for Valentine's Day, why not check out these handmade jewelry pieces from Rachel Pfeffer Designs.

RachelPfefferDesigns

Valentine's Day Giveaway: Vintage Indie Style!

Valentine's Day is right around the corner don't ya know. I know this is somewhat of a cheesy Hallmark kind of holiday, but love is in the air, people are happy and whenever love is being spread around that makes me happy. So why not spread some cheer! 

 

I opened the Vintage Indie's Pop Up shop Vintage Morning for Christmas, but I think it was a little too late and there were much more important things going on in the world that needed my attention. Since it is the new year, I'd love get some of these earrings into your hands just in time for Valentine's Day. WIN a pair for you and a friend! 

Help me spread the word about my little Pop Up shop and you could win a pair of your own and a pair to give! Please use the Rafflecopter form below to enter! 

Happy entering! 

 

 

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Vintage Sparkle: Diamond Engagement Rings

Ahhh, Christmas.... seems like a lovely time to get engaged don't you think? If you've been looking for the most perfect ring, why not go vintage?

 

1. 18K Art Deco Diamond Ring RiordanStudio

2. Antique 14K White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring from GoldAdore

3. Vintage Art Deco Edwardian Engagement from RiordanStudio

4. Vintage Art Deco Style Engagement ring from RosenrosettAntiques

 

Vintage Indie Wedding's Tip:  Make Informed Jewelry Choices: Whatever your ring style or preferences, consider the source of your chosen metals or gems. Jewelers like Green Karat  offer rings made from high quality, recycled metals. In addition, nonprofits such as Global Witness have developed consumer questions you can ask that will help you feel good about your diamond purchases. - See the full article about ways to go green on your wedding day here.  

Handmade Crush: Silent Roses Fall Jewelry

Handmade Crush:  SilentRoses

Handmade Crush: Caprichosa

I've been on a jewelry kick lately. I'm loving these designs from Caprichosa.  

Simply gorgeous!

Handmade Crush: Geometric Love

Today I'm totally crushing these geometric goodies! 

Purchase the above from BlueBirdLab

 

Purchase the above from SketchInc I love those blocks and the teapot & teacup! 

 

Purchase the above from LiKeBeads8 

 

 

 

Handmade Crush: Gorgeous Grays

Handmade Crush

Gorgeous handmade jewelry from byjodi. 

Handmade Crush: Bright Summer Accessories by The Glossy Queen

♥ Handmade Crush ♥

The Glossy Queen

Stackable Thread Bangles 

Statement Bib Necklace 

 

 

Handmade Crush: White Silk Dupioni Jewelry

Things are busy in the VI household. We're preparing for the arrival of baby girl. Features may seem a little light around here but I have some things scheduled for July and a nursery reveal coming soon. Until then, I hope you enjoy today's Handmade Crush from bstudio in Ontario Canada. I'm loving the creative us of the Silk Dupioni. 

 

Jewelry & Accessories: Wood & Geometric Accessories

 

Today's Vintage Fashion Forward comes from Voz Clothing & Art. I love how accessories aren't your typical gold and silver anymore. With the handmade movement they've changed into so much more. 

Shop for these accessories at vozclothingandart! 

Handmade Crush: naneHandmade

I couldn't help but to show you these. These are the fun creations of naneHandmade or nadia

Cyprus, Europe.

Seriously, have you fallen for the "Chevron" design yet? I'm amazed how much popularity it has gained. Did you know that Chevron is a V-shaped pattern reference for an insignia, used in military and police badges to indicate rank or length of service? Neither did I, thanks Wikipedia! 

Shop these goodies at nanehandmade over at Etsy. 

 All Images Copyright © nanehandmade

Handmade Crush: thezakka

Today's Handmade Crush comes to you by aiko

Kirkland, Washington.

 

 

Handmade Frame Clutches

 

All Images Copyright © thezakka  

 

 

All Images Copyright © thezakka  

 

I'm loving the fabrics on these! 

Shop > thezakka

Handmade Enamel Goods by Bullfinch & Barbury

I don't think drooling over jewelry is appropriate, but Bullfinch & Barbury is absolutely stunning.

This is why I support handmade folks! 

 

This would make a great gift for her this Christmas. Visit Bullfinch & Barbury for many more styles, colors and hand hewn designs. 

Handmade Crush: The Angry Weather

Handcut and fashioned earrings and accessories for any weather in your life. 

 

SHOP > The Angry Weather 

Love Embroidery; love, maude...

I love embroidery, there is just something beautiful about it. 

Purchase any of these beautiful handmade goodies at love, maude. 

Handmade Crush: Hit the Road Pendant

 

Hit the Road Pendant by Silentgoddess

Jewelry & Accessories: Ordinary Mommy

Odinary Mommy is no ordinary shop. I find her jewelry and accessories quite charming.

 

Those little buntings are so sweet, but I'm goo goo over the rain cloud necklace! 

Handmade Crush: Double Pave Diamond Bar Necklace

 

I'm totally crushing on this double pave diamond bar necklace from Rocked Jewelry 

 

From the shop, " The pave diamonds are a combination of white, cloudy white, and champagne in color. Though they are not crystal clear diamonds, they are set just like fine jewelry, and each diamond is faceted to sparkle in the light." 

Handmade Crush: Natural Maple Wooded iPhone 4 Case

I'm probably the last person on Earth who will have an iPhone (I heart mac, don't get me wrong) it's just I'm still sporting a phone from the 80's, well actually it is from 1995 and I don't even text! OK, but if I did, I could totally rock this cool handmade case!

 

Find it > Wood2012

Vintage Indie Style: Back to School 2011: mpbags

Back to school doesn't have to be boring! Check out these sling backpacks from ModePopular!

Each one is handmade and uses a slice or two of vintage.

 

Sponsored Feature: Diamond Bracelets - Should I Buy Vintage?

Diamond Bracelets - Should I Buy Vintage?

Are you thinking about purchasing a Diamond Bracelet and wondering where you should start looking? Great! You are in the right place! There are so many different types and styles of Diamond Bracelets for purchase nowadays that it can be difficult to know where to start.

 

Diamond Bracelets are one of the most popular types of jewelry bought these days, and are often given as gifts. Many occasions call for gift-giving, with Birthdays, Anniversary's, Valentine's Day, and Christmas being some of the more special occasions that call for receiving a gift as special as a Diamond Bracelet. Of course, there never has to be an official reason to buy a beautiful piece of jewelry. Many people simply love the way they feel when wearing a particular piece of jewelry and accordingly buy whenever they see a piece that catches their eye.

 

Although there are many factors to consider when you are thinking about buying a Diamond Bracelet, deciding whether to buy one that is brand new or one of the many, unique vintage bracelets that are for sale is a really great starting place. Know that there's no right or wrong, it's simply a matter of taste and preference.

 

Diamond Bracelets

Why Buy New?

Buying a brand new Diamond Bracelet can be exciting because there are always new designs coming out!

 

-Fashionable. Many people like to keep up with all the latest fashion and/or styles of the day, and for this reason often prefer to choose a brand new jewelry piece.

 

Why Buy Vintage?

Recent times have shown us that all things vintage is once again becoming quite the popular trend. This is especially true for jewelry and clothing, two of the most-collected vintage items. Vintage usually refers to jewelry that was made between 1910 and 1990, and includes many different types of jewelry, such as rings, bracelets, and brooches.

 

-Uniqueness. There's something truly special about a piece of vintage jewelry! Many people choose to buy vintage due to the classic elegance and uniqueness that many vintage bracelets are known for. This is due to many vintage jewelry pieces being hand-crafted and thus given that truly special attention, making them one-of-a-kind.

 

-Story. It could be fun to investigate the origins of a particular vintage Diamond Bracelet so you can learn about where it came from, who made it, etc. 

 

Good To Know

The Diamond Tennis Bracelet is one of the most admired and fashionable bracelets sold on the market today. There are many, various Tennis Bracelet styles, so finding one that is just right should be quite the fun and exciting task!

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Handmade Crush: Scarlett Garnet

Handmade Crush

I love the bottom left Multi Metal Chevron Earrings!

You can purchase any of these jewelry pieces at Scarlett Garnet.

 

Handmade Crush: Yah Bag

Yah Bag

Using vintage and upcyled materials Yah Bag creates one-of-a-kind bags to please the vintage and antique lover in all of us. The bottom left is my favorite, created with a well loved French postal sack.