Are you ready for some gift wrapping?

I noticed there are more and more ladies having Cath Kidston's handbags once I returned from UK. The fun part is I never saw them at the UK Cath Kidston's stores. A few days ago I realized those bags are free gifts from the Japanese magazines. HKD$90 a magazine to go with a bag. A great deal.

If you like Cath Kidston's style, you are likely to fall in love with Jessica's store, Such Pretty Things. Floral and shabby :)

Paris Paris

{photo credits: Liz Rusby}

We have decided to include a mini romantic break during our time at Edinburgh. Yes, to Paris. I have been there once with my friend as a backpacker. It was a quick and kinda rush trip so I think we need more planning this time.

Besides the museums, I am looking for walks at the Parisian market (Place de la Madeleine!?), vintage goodies and explore more with the local cafes and bistrots.

I have been reading this from Oh Happy Day! for some ideas. But I am still looking for more. C has bought the book Eyewitness Travel Paris which is sort of complicated for me to read... (I have no sense of direction and the book is wrote based on map zones!)

Vintage Love & new changes

Sometimes I feel lack of energy (or most of the time in the morning!?) Sunshine came to my home yesterday! I quickly set up my camera for some photo shoots.

I am a vintage fan at the moment. I love trying out new sets for my jewelry shoots. Sales are slow these days. I just try to convince myself as it is the slack season. And this is a good opportunity for me to think and create more!

I have mailed an important letter this morning! I am going to attend a craftsmanship course at the Edinburgh College of Art. It costs quite a lot. But I have to thank all my customers, who have contributed to portion of my hugh tuition fee. My hubby has generously offered to pay. However, I am guilty to have him to pay for my "hobby". Reality is handmade jewelry will not be a job to feed. And I don't want my hobby and dream affects our household expenses and other future plans.

Nevertheless, I am still very excited! I will be having classes with other artists in Edinburgh. I will be lots of talented people.

Romantic vintage

I have been stalking Lobster and Swan's blog for sometime. She is an amazing artist! Reading her blog and photos is piece of joy every day! It inspires me a lot.

Such that... I have bought some vintage jewelry findings for my new collection in 2010! So excited.

For more vintage goodies,

I love this rustic blue tackle box from postroadvintage, Fire King tableware from jaditekate and digital wallpaper from Cath Kidston

I love aqua

My heart melts every time I see this lovely aqua with a vintage touch!

Nice cup and saucer from jaditekate - I love Jadite's stuff. I wish I am living in US. The shipping cost to Hong Kong is too expensive! Imagine: a lovely morning + tea + a nice vintage cup :)

Summer Dreams art photo from Kristybee - Kristy's photos are always soft and dreamy!

Pale blue modern clock from uncommon - I think I need a new clock on my pale wall!

Vintage tags from PaperEclectiques - These tags inspires me for the deco of my next craft show. (Yes, I am having a craft show in Nov. More about it later.)

Vintage Books

I love these vintage books a lot. Books were so valuable that covers were hand painted, wrapped with details and taste. It makes scrolling around book stores nowadays is less interesting!

I heart these lovely botanical prints via Modish.

Vintage Lovely - PiP!

I wish I could make a visit to the lovely PiP in Amsterdam! And the website is so fun to serve around!

Photo credits: Holly from Decor 8