Fine And Feathery.

Sweet feathers on your earlobes, but I promise that these ones won't tickle your skin!  

This design is a little different from the other wooden earrings by That Vintage; rather than encase the feather shape within a circle, I opted to think outside of the "circle" and go more true to shape.  

These are a little smaller when wearing, light weight but super cute!
Available in the That Vintage Etsy store. 

Spring Blooms And Love Comes In.

I love surprises.
I love beautiful, pretty, special surprises!
The above image was exactly that - a beautiful surprise that landed in my inbox from the talented Lisa Kuilenburg of LisaK Photography.
Do you remember the Autumn photo shoot that Lisa did for That Vintage?  Well, it is pretty obvious to me that Lisa has a personal soft spot for That Vintage - and I love that she loves That Vintage so much!
Yesterday, Lisa felt inspired by the new Spring blossoms that are beginning to bloom, so she stepped outside to take some photographs and this was one that she snapped.
So beautiful!

A Little Bit Tropical.

One hot trend for SS14 is anything tropical, tropicana... and with each day going by, Spring seems to be creeping on in at full pelt - it will only be a matter of time before we sit and swelter through Summer!
If you want to jump on the tropical bandwagon but need a break from all things fluorescent, check out the That Vintage Fern Earrings

Art Deco, Lace and Valentine Kiss.

 

I completed a stock count earlier this week to work out what I needed to make the most of for Finders Keepers next month and to my surprise, I have been chipping away in great amounts and not realising it!  The wooden range is completely full - I really do not need to make anything more to take with me, this is yet another one of those high-five moments.
Reflecting on the last two market events of 2012, it is without a doubt that the item being snapped up the most at the market stall is the That Vintage Imprinted Clay earrings. 
These come in a huge rainbow of colours and now, seven different prints!  I have just finished working out three new prints to add to the range, which are pictured above: Art Deco, Lace and Valentine Kiss.

How do these prints come about, I hear you say?
I roll out the clay, mix up the chosen colour - in this case above, this is Sage Green, a mix of a mossy green with a smidgen of white.  I then use the wooden pieces that have been laser cut with the That Vintage designs and press the print into the small balls of clay.  This works well as the clay rarely sticks to the wood; when the wood starts to get a build up of clay residue, I simply wipe the wood clean with a damp cloth.
I don't use any rubber stamps or anything like that - these imprints are all part of the That Vintage range, in which ties together the wooden range with the clay range.
You can find some of the earrings for sale in the Etsy store.

When An Accident Is Actually A Good Thing.

One day last week, I was in one of my normal "mad-dash around the shops in a really short time frame, picking up supplies and getting out of the city centre as quickly as possible" moods.  I am sure some of you can relate! 
I had to pick up some more clay colours, a simple task. 
Making a bee-line for the stand of clay, I grabbed a packet of Sunshine, White, Cherry Red and then... I thought I picked up "Peppermint" - but instead, I actually grabbed "Emerald" and did not realise until I went to unwrap this new wad of clay yesterday.

I sat for a moment, pondered the situation, dug around the studio for the receipt of that purchase, weighed up the pros and cons of another trip into the shops and then I proceeded to dramatically throw my hands up in the air!

What the hey!  Emerald it is.
And I don't regret it - she is a beauty - the deepest of calming greens, that dazzling jewel, the heavy leaves carpeting the thickets of jungles... it really is a magical colour!
And Pantone think so.
So I'm going with it... Hello Emerald!

Completely Cuffed.

Clint wearing his cuff links for his wedding day
Captured by Caught A Glimpse Photography.

Custom orders aren't something I normally do - but when it comes to a set of cuff links, I jump at the chance!  I wonder if this eagerness is because it is a member of the opposite sex who wants to adorn themselves with a piece of That Vintage?  That is a bit of a high-five moment for me!
Pretty keen to get a new batch of cuff links made for the upcoming Melbourne Finders Keepers market in April.  The most recent designs from the wooden range will be making an appearance, that's for sure!

Tassel Colour Explosion.

I have said it before and I will probably say it a million times again... who seriously doesn't love a splash or a pop of colour?!
As the southern hemisphere heads slowly (I can hear the resounding moan from an overstayed summer!) into the cooler months, I have decided to embrace some hues that make me think of the colour changes from Summer to Autumn.  The bright blues of the summery skies to the autumnal plums, burnt oranges and my all time favourite, delicious mustard yellow.
These bright coloured Tassel Pendants will be available at the upcoming Melbourne Finders Keepers market event next month, 5th & 6th of April.
If you are unable to come to the market, there are a few Tassel Pendants available for purchase via the Facebook page, click here for more information!

It's Find & Keep Time Again!

I am so over the moon to announce that That Vintage will be at the upcoming Finders Keepers event in Melbourne next month!
Way back when I began this little handmade adventure, Finders Keepers was on my list of goals - I managed to tick this goal off with my first acceptance into the Sydney December 2011 event... and being completely honest with you, the moment I received the congratulations email, I cried and cried and cried! 
There is nothing more amazing than having success that you have worked hard for and having a goal accomplished.  I am very grateful that Finders Keepers is having That Vintage back for a third time now!

The Finders Keepers events are very well run; they are a highly professional team with that added zest for the handmade love within life.  The stallholders are all of amazing quality, there is always a vast array of different products, plus the added awesomeness of scrumptious food, beverages and entertainment. 
The market is in its 5th year and to ensure its growth and development, there will be a gold coin entry this time around - I think it is absolutely worth it! 
Finders Keepers is definitely more than just a market.  It is an experience - one that should be devoured completely, whilst savouring every single last drop!

If you are planning a trip to any of the Finders Keepers markets this year, come armed with a tote bag, plenty of cash and your plastic cards too, bring a friend and make sure you have oodles of time to spare - to get the most out of an event like this as a visitor, you need time - time in which you allow yourself to converse with the maker, let your eyes be captivated and absorb absolutely every single ounce of talent in the venue.

See you there!
Event information here.

Birthday Giveaway Part II

Back on board after a few days under the weather... the birthday celebrations were placed on hold for That Vintage, but now I am kicking up my party shoes and throwing streamers like it's nobody's business!

I have 1 set of these brand new, hot off laser Woodland Walk Circle Pendant & Woodland Walk Earrings up for grabs.
Anyone can enter, no matter if you are here in Tasmania or way over the other side of the world in... how about... Iceland!

What you need to do:
- Please leave a comment below saying hello and some words of love.
- Please make sure you leave an email address to be contacted with (i.e. contact AT thatvintage DOT com DOT au - that will be fine!)
- Please spread the word about That Vintage - tell your friends on Facebook, Twitter and in real life! (facebook.com/thatvintage.au and @thatvintage)
- Please note that if you do not leave some form of email address your entry will not be counted, I need to be able to contact you to get your prize out if you are the lucky winner - makes sense right?!

This will be drawn tonight, Saturday 23rd of February at 8pm AEST.
Happy Birthday Goodness!
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Birthday Give Away Part I.

Yay!
That Vintage turns 5 tomorrow so the birthday celebrations are already beginning - how super sweet is that?
I have 2 of these brand new, hot off laser Dainty Deer Brooches up for grabs.
Anyone can enter, no matter if you are here in Tasmania or way over the other side of the world in Finland!

What you need to do:
- Please leave a comment below saying hello and some words of love.
- Please make sure you leave an email address to be contacted with (i.e. contact AT thatvintage DOT com DOT au - that will be fine!)
- Please spread the word about That Vintage - tell your friends on Facebook, Twitter and in real life! (facebook.com/thatvintage.au and @thatvintage)
- Please note that if you do not leave some form of email address your entry will not be counted, I need to be able to contact you to get your prize out if you are the lucky winner - makes sense right?!

This will be drawn tonight, Wednesday 13th of February at 8pm AEST.
Happy Birthday Goodness!

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Birthday and a new hatching.

That Vintage turns 5 years old this week... what a milestone!
I love looking back through the years and seeing how the label has grown and developed - it really is reflective of myself and that is how I wanted it to be! 
I become attached to my drawings and I am still amazed at the technology of laser cutting and engraving - the method in which turns my drawings into wearable pieces of art.
There is a new range not far off from release and I am super excited about this batch!
Time to think about baking some birthday cupcakes and enjoying this week by reflecting and giving love back to those who support That Vintage - all the lovely customers and shops out there!

Who Doesn't Love Colour.

 

I am a sucker for colour, I mean, who isn't?  I swing between neutrals like khaki and fawn, to bright licks of chartreuse and watermelon, oh and of course my colour crush of fresh mint and the occasional hint of mustard.  My wardrobe sometimes looks like a rainbow threw up in it (nice visual huh!) but I almost always wear black on my bottom half.  Yep, keep it simple down low, go nuts up top - and it works; not only does something always go with a pair of black skinny jeans, but tops are relatively a lot cheaper than bottoms!

So, with this intense love of colour and experimenting with mixing hues together, I have finally... yes, finally, finalised the complete colour range available with the That Vintage Imprinted Clay Earrings.
The list of colours:
Cement Grey, Mustard Yellow, Sage Green, Sunshine Yellow, Tangerine Orange, Electric Blue, Caramel Brown, Sky Blue, Lipstick Pink, Fresh Mint, Lavender Purple, Musk Pink, Cherry Red and Baby Blue.  Phew!
And available in four prints... for now...
Sweet Dove, Morocco, Valentine Vine and Fan.
I believe this range will grow shortly... *hint hint*

My Woodland

Working on something new and sweet for That Vintage, carrying on with the cluster theme in pendants.
So far, two styles will be available - Pine Cone and Deer.
Now, to get the production line in full swing... this may require some fuel, a few iced teas and pistachios should do the trick!

Time Out Equals Creative Time.

That Vintage has closed the online stores for a little festive break.  With the sudden surge of free time on my hands, I have been able to tinker away at something different - something special.
I am proud to announce that I am working with the clever photography duo Clint & Bethanie on a little custom range for them!
All will be revealed in the new year, but for now...
"Birds flying high... you know how I feel!"

Another Year

Can you believe it?  Another year is almost up?
As I wrap up the last of the online sales for the year, I am getting a little bit reflective and thinking back over the past twelve months.
The journey to Melbourne to attend Finders Keepers in the beautiful Exhibition Building at Carlton Gardens, the freezing weekend down at the Seaport for the Apron Design market, the month off both "jobs" and finding my drawing mojo again, the Niche Market in Hobart and Launceston, supplying new stockists and re-filling the old faithfuls, meeting new customers and catching up with the loyal ones... it has been such a whirlwind year, a truly satisfying year.
I look forward to seeing what happens with That Vintage in 2013... but for now, thank you to everyone who has supported That Vintage this year and thus far in its journey.
It'll be five years next February, this calls for celebrations!

Delightful Day Of Love.

Photography by Harris Studios Boutique Photography
Wedding of Shannon & Patrick

I adore it when people find That Vintage in photographs and are thoughtful enough to contact me and let me know - thanks to Julie from tractorgirl, I got to see two pieces of That Vintage worn in a beautiful 1950's themed wedding: the Winter Woods Part II Pendant and the Winter Woods Part II Earrings.
I remember when Shannon contacted me on Etsy and purchased these pieces - I was (and still am!) tickled pink that she wanted to wear them as apart of her wedding day!
The photographs are gorgeous, what a beautiful theme for a wedding and don't Shannon & Patrick look oh-so in love!
Photography by Harris Studios Boutique Photography - check them out!

The Creative Coma.

So much is happening for That Vintage in the coming months, so it is full steam ahead in the studio - yesterday was pendant making day, today it is rings and earrings - plus a few more pendants and brooches.
The repetition of doing the gluing side of things I find relaxing, minus the glue fumes - I'm sipping a cup of T2 French Earl Grey tea and listening to the sounds of Warpaint. There is no need for a "Please Do Not Disturb" sign on my door as it is a well known fact that when the door is shut, hands are busy gluing and making and my mind falls into a creative coma... Oh I love what I do!

The Birthday Bang - Giveaway!

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Happy Birthday to That Vintage!
Sing it loud lovers because this is the big birthday bang!

One lucky lover will win a $100.00au That Vintage voucher to be used in the That Vintage Etsy store, valid from Thursday 16th of February until, well, you use it all up!
What do you have to do to go in the draw to score this birthday gift?!

1 - "Comment" on this blog entry, sharing with me your most memorable birthday cake ever - be sure to include your email address!
This is the compulsory step to go in the draw. For more chances to win, do the following and mention it in a comment on this blog!
2 - "Share" or "Mention" That Vintage on Facebook - please make sure you tag That Vintage!
3 - "Tweet" this blog link with mention to @thatvintage

Do this all before Tuesday 14th of February, 9pm ADST ...winner drawn shortly after and contacted by email, announced in follow up blog entry and on the Facebook page.
Good luck and thanks for sharing in the birthday goodness with That Vintage!

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Happy Birthday That Vintage.

Four years old tomorrow... a day of love and a day of milestones!
I think it is important to celebrate such events - to acknowledge your love and passion, reflect and look back on where it all began, to create goals and breathe life into future dreams.
When you can create with your hands, your heart and soul will evidently come through in your craft.
I had a miniature celebration, a cup of sweet tea and a cute treat made by The Cupcake Fairy... oh my, it was truly delicious!
The winner of the Single Bird Pendant is Stephanie Arnold - yippee! Thanks to all who have entered the giveaways... there is one more surprise up the birthday sleeve... but you'll have to wait until tomorrow to find out!
Happy Birthday That Vintage - here's to many more!

Birthday Goodness - Day Six.

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We are going to be doing the time warp again today!
The piece up for grabs is the very first design from That Vintage - the Single Bird Pendant.

To enter:
- "Like" That Vintage on Facebook.
- "Comment" this blog post and please include your email address.
Giveaway Day Six closes Monday 13th February 9pm ADST - winner notified by email and in follow up blog post.

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