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!"

Newest Addition

Welcome to our family Milky!
This strapping young lad has been adopted by myself from my dear friend Angela, who has sadly jumped back over the ditch and is relocating her family to New Zealand.
Not all is sad as far as I can see, the joy that Milky has given us in the few days he has been living with us will be a constant reminder of the beautiful soul whom I adopted him from.
The house feels so good with an animal soul back in it... now we are anticipating the arrival of our little puppy friend in the new year!
Furry friends are the best!

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!

Beautiful Spaces

I have a crush on fresh flowers - in particular freesias in white and ombre purple, not only do they look stunning, they make the room smell delicious!
I have a crush on deers, birds, vintage wooden crates, vintage glass jars, pine cones, naturally shed antlers and old books.

These are just a few of the things that I have chosen to decorate my bedroom and studio with - all positioned on a very cool retro buffet unit, which homes my ever growing tea cup and saucer collection.
I think it is important to surround yourself with the things that are visually pleasing and inspiring, particularly if you spend a lot of time in one space!

Sweet Bespoke

I have a soft spot for sweet paper goods and my latest crush is Australia's own Bespoke Letter Press - divinely made gift tags, wrapping paper and personalised stationery.
I have recently been adding a tag to some That Vintage orders - not writing on the back, so that my lovely customers can reuse the tag!
Check out Bespoke Letter Press online and also, they have free postage for orders over $20.00 until Friday 14th December 2012 - what a sweet deal!

Being A MIndful Handmade Lover

Since That Vintage began in 2008, it has opened my eyes to the world of handmade and small business.
The discovery of websites such as Etsy and Made It, has seen me part with more of my dollars than I would normally spend - and I don't have buyers remorse one little bit!
Buying handmade has a great, warm and loving feel about it - the thought that someone has put countless hours into designing, crafting and creating, photographing, marketing and packaging makes the purchasing just that little bit more exciting!

My little wrapping station for orders (and gifts!) is over flowing with washi tapes, twine, coloured yarn and thread, lace pieces, handmade clay tags, paper doilies, gift tags and wooden beads - from which I have all purchased either locally or from small businesses on Etsy - I intend to keep this trend going for years to come!
I hope this inspires you to think outside the box when it comes to your Christmas and gift wrapping, also where your dollars are being spent - have fun with it, enjoy it and think of the greater impact your spending has on the small business world!