Vintage Papers + Rubber Stamps = Red Lead

You know how much we love vintage papers, books, dictionaries, anything a little worn around the edges, not too perfect or precious. We have several tall shelves in the basement loaded with old paper stuff we have been collecting for years, not to mention the many boxes stuffed with old photos in our studios.  Every once in a while I get the bright idea that I will organize everything in categories.  I tell myself how easy it will be to begin with the oldest box and sort by flowers, birds, seed packets, etc.  But what do you do with the postcards that have flowers & birds?  Or butterflies & birds?  Are they just nature?  After a few hours of sorting I always get sidetracked with a book that I had forgot about and begin scanning the afternoon away.  The new collage sheets - Paper Quilts - are a result of my deciding once and for all that I prefer a mismash of everything together.  After thinking about this for a minute I guess that is why I like cookies with nuts, rasins, & coconut. Or a big pot of homemade soup with all kinds of fresh vegetables.  Maybe that is why my decor is a little bit old lady, some modern vintage, and a lot of neutral colors. 

I think this is what they call eclectic.

                                      ec·lec·tic/iˈklektik/

Devising ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of subjects - like I said - a mismash. 

The Paper Quilts, new Ancestor Collage Sheets, new Word Play rubber stamps, will be on the website this Friday, and at the store on Sat.  Plus we are re-introducing our Crystal Clear Clear Bit acrylic charms.  Do you remember how cool they are?  We have new shapes and the charms are nice and chunky. The charms are crystal clear, and super smooth.  Wait until you see what Chris has been making with the new charms, rubber stamps, and paper quilts!

Have a beautiful Wednesday - be true - Chris & Sharon

 

Comments

[Debbie]

Your timing is awesome...just the other day I was looking to see if you still sold the Clear Bits...and I'm thrilled you're bringing them back! I hope you'll do the square inchie size...those are fabulous for art charms.
You guys rock!
xo
Debbie
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[Carolyn]

So exciting! Its like Christmas in February. Cannot wait to see what Chris has created!

[McStamper]

I love this give-away. Thanks so much for a chance to win.

[Marilyn Mae]

Thank you for this chance to win. I love making handmade things and especially the vintage style.

[pam winslow]

I visited your shop for the first time last Friday!! What a delight!! I was so inspired to go home with my found treasures and create!!Thank you for a wonderful experience. The shop is exciting and the staff warm and friendly. I loved it!! Pam

[melanie]

Perfect cold day to dream and wish about winning some beautiful jewelry!! Thanks and have a great day!

Melanie

[kathleen codyrachel]

On top of all else a give away to - you are pretty awesome - well you may know "today is my birthday and its your birthday ,too"- I was always sure they were singing about me as there is nothing more I love than celebrating my birthday & making sure everyone around me celebrates I'm always giving balloons & gifts away on my day & so as presents are always a part - whoever wins - I'll feel is getting a present in honor of my birthday so go celebrate by visiting Red Lead & making ART!