Modern Cross Stitch

Posted on | January 16, 2010 | 2 Comments

A special Saturday afternoon post. I couldn’t resist posting these adorable cross stitches from Treefox. Right now, they are on sale for just $15 each. Buy all three and hang above a bed, in a small nook, or between two twin beds. I would buy them in a second but I am on a buying freeze. My house is a total mess and I’ve run out of places to keep my goodies until I can decorate.

In other news, how fantastic is the weather today on the east coast of the United States? It’s 45 degrees and sunny here in Marblehead. I opened some of the windows and let the fresh air and the sounds of happy chatty birds breeze through the house. My indoor cat is quite happy and is spending the afternoon sunning himself in the window. After being cooped up in the house for the past month the brief heat wave is a welcomed surprise. Enjoy your weekend and go buy those cross stitches before someone else gets them!

Category: accessories, affordable artwork

Antique Sailboat Photos

Posted on | January 12, 2010 | 8 Comments

I was cruising the NYPL’s digital archive this morning when I came across a series of sailboat photographs. A few were taken in Marblehead harbor in the late 1800’s. In Marblehead we love sailing. I could be bias but I think we have the most beautiful harbor in New England.

The digital archive is not only fun to explore but it’s also a great resource to purchase affordable art. Digital high resolution images of the photographs can be purchased through the library starting at $30. Find out more at digitalgallery.nypl.org.

marblehead habor 500x387 Antique Sailboat Photos

the tara 500x390 Antique Sailboat Photos

Category: affordable artwork

French Illustrations

Posted on | November 16, 2009 | 2 Comments

I love these simple french culinary illustrations by Eva Juliet. The line work and handwriting are perfection. Buy now at Eva’s etsy shop for just $18 each. Found via the lovely new food blog, happy girl eats.

Category: affordable artwork

Shaker Folk Art

Posted on | November 13, 2009 | 11 Comments

I love these simple colorful folk art prints. The prints are by artist Polly Collins (1801-1884). One of the extraordinary “gift drawings’ in the Hancock Shaker Village Collection. Purchase for just $10 each at Hancock Shaker Village’s online shop.

Category: affordable artwork

Wiscasset, Maine: Elliott Healy Books & Prints

Posted on | July 27, 2009 | 3 Comments

I think the main reason I went into this shop in Wiscasset was because it shared my last name. It’s not that often you come across another Elliott with two t’s! The store situated off just off the main Rt 1 drag is filled to the brim with antique children’s books. In the back corner of the store are a few maps and prints.

You’ll find books shops like this all over Maine. I remember even more as a kid. Most the prints you’ll find were removed from old books and are now sold individually. I have dreams of finding an undiscovered book still bound and filled with etchings. Probably won’t happen… Botanical prints will run you $25-$100 each. I had to resist buying a few because I’m trying to limit my spending till I’m really ready to decorate. Cute store and helpful staff.

Elliott Healy Books & Prints
53 Middle Street
Wiscasset, ME
207-882-5446

Elliott Healy Books & Prints Wiscasset, Maine

Category: affordable artwork, maine, maine shops, vintage finds

Antique Fern Lithographs

Posted on | July 10, 2009 | 11 Comments

I’ve been eyeing fern botanical prints for months now. I would love to do a series of them on a wall in my living room. How sweet are these? The prints are antique lithographs from 1879 by Daniel Cady Eaton. Prices range from $85-$90 each. Available through panteek.com. I really want six of them. Where do I find $600? Shit I hate it when you find something you love that’s totally unique but you don’t have the money to buy them. Why do you torture me? What could I sell?

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Category: affordable artwork

Worried About Tomatoes

Posted on | June 1, 2009 | 8 Comments

I’m a little concerned about my heirloom tomato plants. They don’t seem to be really growing outside. I don’t think they’re getting enough sun. Kinda bummed since I planted 9 different plants. I guess I’ll have to wait and see.

Lovin’ this painting by Jamie Shelman. Makes me dream of how tasty my tomatoes could be. Check out more at Jamie’s etsy shop.

p.s. see what my tomato plants look like here.