Showing posts with label uncommon goods. Show all posts
Showing posts with label uncommon goods. Show all posts

November 19, 2012

Mom's Little Vase

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While growing up in the South, gift-giving was an anytime occurrence. There need not be a specific occasion, holiday, or poignant moment. In fact, these opportunities were referred to as giving a "happy" to someone - merely for the sake of spreading joy! Granted, the season of gift-giving is upon us, but isn't it a great feeling to receive something on any ol' day of the year?

Well, I just received a "happy" of the most lovely bud vase, known as Mom's Little Vase. I must tell you it has quickly became one of my favorite things! It should come as no surprise that it came from one of my favorite gift-giving spots, Uncommon Goods. To begin with, this piece has immense character based on its petite size, and takes up minimal space in my Brooklyn apartment. The fact I can proudly display one of the many hand-picked treasures Lyla gives me delights me to no end ... not to mention the idea I can cut the perfect bloom for it! For anyone who comes to our home, there is nothing uncommon about my love of flowers. Let's just say this vase is reason enough to want to keep them displayed at all times!

It is said that good things come in small packages, and this little gem does not disappoint. Handmade by artist Jill Henrietta Davis, each vase varies slightly from the other. I am not exaggerating when I say that this is that piece you stock up on and give to everyone. (Can we say stocking stuffers, my lovelies?!)

So, who are you going to give a "happy" to?

xx JN

May 24, 2012

Uncommon Goods

Uncommon Goods, a Brooklyn-based online marketplace, is a fabulous resource for one-stop shopping! Here are just a few goodies I spied that may or may not need to come home and live with Team Newman. I don't know about you, but I think the Soup & Sandwich Tray Duo is literally beyond perfection. Love, love, love!




Do you have a favorite?

xx JN

April 11, 2012

Four Seasons by Claudia Pearson

Aren't these Four Seasons Dish Towels just flawless? Handmade in the USA and illustrated by the ever-talented Claudia Pearson, these are sure to make a great gift. May have to splurge on them for myself, too!

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You're also going to want to check out Claudia's Etsy shop ... because it is chock full of treasures! How much do I love that this amazing illustrator lives right here in ...

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xx JN