A Striped Entry

I love this entry, from Amanda Nisbet. 

This look could be recreated with some paint, a few rolls of painters tape, and a lot of patience, don't you think? 

Or, you could just save yourself the time and spring for the wallpaper instead.

I love this Nina Cambell version in grey and gold!

*Just a reminder: today is the last day to enter the giveaway (you have until midnight to leave a comment!), and it's the last day to get free shipping + 20% off your order at Emma Stine! 

Happy Tuesday!

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Emma Stine Giveaway (+20% OFF)!

Good Morning, lovelies!  I am so excited because TODAY I am hosting my very first giveaway!

Wouldn't these earrings be perfect for a holiday party this season?  They also come in gold and black!

They're called the "Crystal Decco Drop Earrings" and one lucky High Street Market reader is going to win a pair!  To enter this giveaway, click on over to Emma Stine and browse the inventory, then come back and leave a comment!  On Wednesday, I will draw a name at random.  One detail- you must have a US shipping address (lower 48 states).  All international customers? Please email Emma Stine for a shipping quote!

**Another MAJOR bonus? Today and tomorrow, Emma Stine is offering a 20% discount on the entire inventory, plus FREE SHIPPING!  Just enter the promo code "SPARKLES" at checkout.  I have my eye on these and these.

You might remember me swooning over this pair of Emma Stine earrings a couple of weeks ago?

Well, here I am sporting them on Thanksgiving...

(striking a pose with my Emma Stine earrings)

I LOVE them.  And let me tell you, they look about ten times more expensive than the price. 

So, enter the giveaway by leaving a comment on this post.
You have until midnight on Tuesday to enter!

Then, on Wednesday morning I will announce the winner.

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Pixie Cuts & Bikes, in Paris

I love this image of a fancy Parisian girl with a pixie cut.  And that phenomenal bike!

From The Sartorialist.

(I love her shoes too)

Happy Holiday Weekend, kittens!

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Please Pass The Stretchy Pants...

this letterpress card is hysterical!

Happy Thanksgiving, dolls! 

I hope your Thanksgiving holiday is full of laughter and ultimately, great food! (Pumpkin pies are cooling on my countertop as I type!).  Don't forget to stop by on Monday-- I'm hosting a terrific giveaway, and I hope you'll throw your hat in the running!

xoxo

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Tips For Holiday Shipping...

Come visit me over at "Say Yes To Hoboken" today!  I'm guest blogging as a participant in Liz's "BlogNog" series.  Today, I'm sharing my basic tips on holiday shipping...  and I'll come up with a creative way to dress a plain brown packing box.  :)

To read my guest post, click HERE!

OH!  And, I hope to see you back here on Monday-- I'm hosting a FABULOUS giveaway. 

Don't miss it. :)

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Sale At Williams-Sonoma Home!

Right now, Williams-Sonoma Home is having a HUGE sale...  and on top of that?  Every single order gets free shipping.  Every order!  I'm partial to the white bamboo side tables with marble tops.

Just wanted to share the news. 

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The Holiday Collection!

I've been collecting vintage Holiday items all year, and just this afternoon, everything was added to the shop!  The site is FULL of festive Christmas decor, and unique gifts... 

Check out the entire Holiday Collection HERE.

A few things:

*All items ship within 24 hours of purchase!
*Gift Certificates are now available!
*Expedited shipping is available, please contact me for details!
*New vintage items will be added on a DAILY basis from now until the Christmas Holiday!
*Free gift wrapping is available on all small items (wrapped in a 6 x 6 x 6 box!)

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Thanksgiving Recipes From Sweet Paul!

Are you looking for great Thanksgiving recipes?  Check out the Thanksgiving suggestions from Sweet Paul Magazine:

maple & apricot roasted turkey

mashed potatoes with crispy parmesan (yum!!)

cheddar & chives cupcake

olive bread & mushroom stuffing

chocolate pudding cake

amaretto truffles

Need I say more?  These recipes look completely delicious!

Apparently, this is ISSUE 3 of Sweet Paul Magazine!  And, I've only just discovered it! 

To read more (and get the recipes) visit the Sweet Paul website HERE.

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The Tava Charger

Yesterday, I spent a small part of my afternoon helping a client of mine dress her dining table for Thanksgiving dinner.  The process was made easy because she already had the most amazing vintage linens, white Wedgwood china, and silver plated servingware on hand!  But, I suggested that she bring in a set of dark woven chargers to break up the white and add a bit of texture.  Plus, a woven charger just feels so earthy...  to me, it's the perfect choice for a Thanksgiving tablescape.

So, here is my top pick for a woven charger:

The "Tava charger" from Pottery Barn.  It's terrific.  I personally own a set of 12 (they're somewhere in storage!), and I have the matching coasters too.  I couldn't resist.  I love the fine weave and modern silhouette.  They work just as well with modern servingware as they do with your grandmother's china.  SO versatile.

And, they are perfect for Thanksgiving.

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Anthology Magazine!

The premiere issue of Anthology Magazine arrived in my mailbox last week, and I was beside myself with excitement.  While, I completely adore my online shelter mags--and you know I do--I have to say that it was so nice to hold and feel a real magazine again (this reminds me, I must order my print versions of Lonny, asap).  After reading the magazine cover to cover, I am pleased to say that the premiere issue of Anthology is SO diverse.  It takes you though stylish home tours, it features colorful city guides (Park City, Utah!), and even had delicious recipes in the back!  A total surprise that I absolutely loved.

One more thing? A horse hook from my shop was featured in the issue!  I about DIED when I saw it.  I think I screamed.  "The Market Report", written by Joy Cho, focused on items that "get better with age".  Joy had contacted me last spring about the wall hook, saying that it may or may not be featured in "a fall article" she was writing...  I totally forgot about it until I opened Anthology Magazine.  Thank you, Joy!  I was beyond thrilled to see the vintage horse head wall hook (and my website!) in the issue!

Now that I'm done bragging (I'm sorry, but this was a major excitement for me... I had to gush about it!), here are some of my favorite shots from the premiere issue...

perhaps my favorite interiors shot in the whole issue. I LOVE the white plates on the wall, in combination with the white table top, white lamps and black shades.  This picture is sensational.

Anyone can do this with thrift store finds or vintage ironstone!

I love the unique layout and tailored style of this magazine.  Everything is so clean and modern, it's easy to read and the pictures are beautiful.  They are really setting their own path in the world of shelter magazines and I like that.  I can't wait to see future issues!

 

Also, I heard that Anthology Magazine will now be available for purchase at Anthropologie Stores! 

How terrific is this?  So, if you aren't a subscriber, pick one up at Anthropologie.

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Bag Your Booze

My husband and I have a favorite local sushi restaurant that we love to visit on a regular basis.  The food is wonderful and what's even better?  It's BYOB.  Thank you!  So, it got me thinking about stylish wine totes.  I can't bring my wine to the table in a brown grocery bag, can I?  I need something better.
So, here are my top picks for wine bottle tote bags (and, if you're bringing wine to a holiday party? these bags would make a fun gift too)

Wine Snob 4-pack from Saucy Sacks

Party Starter 4-pack from Saucy Sacks

These Brunello bags from PicnicTrip.com come in a variety of great colors...  plus, they insulate! 

(perfect for that Chardonnay!)

Bring It In A Bag has some great options

(single bags and double bags)

solid colors and stripes

this Fishnet Tote from the MOMA store holds a 750 ml bottle but will expand to 1 liter. Nice.

A cute little bag made of padded burlap with a ticking stripe handle!  It looks like a clutch!

available at South House Boutique

This faux leather "Magnum Milano" tote carries two bottles!

(and I like the white stitching)

I love this Philly tote from MapTote!  Represent your city!

(they also make totes for Los Angeles, Brooklyn, Napa Valley, Manhattan, and Tuscany)

I think the Brunello bag (in pink? or black?) might be the best choice for me.  But, the sarcastic bags from Saucy Sacks would be great for giving holiday gifts this season, wouldn't they?

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Want To Join Our Mailing List?

Hey guys, I just wanted to mention one quick thing.  If you're interested in vintage housewares (especially with the Holiday Season upon us), you might want to join the High Street Market mailing list.  You can join right here on this blog!  Just enter your email where it says "join the mailing list..." at the top right corner of your screen.  It's that simple.  You will receive about 1 to 2 emails per month from me, with updates on new vintage, discounts, and even secret sales! 

Just wanted to say that. 

Have a lovely Wednesday!

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Thanksgiving With Windsor Chairs

I'll say it again: one of my all time favorite chairs in the entire universe is the Windsor Chair.  I've written about them before, and then I scored one at a flea market last year (we were living in our townhouse at the time, but now my poor Windsor Chair is tucked away in storage).

But for all you Windsor lovers out there, wouldn't you love to have a dining set like this?  All mixed and matched... 

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