My SQUEE! Moment of the Month

I really, really don't squeal often. It takes alot, but this photo did me in....

I had the pleasure of working with Marta Locklear for a PetalPetal photoshoot... and by worked with, I mean I sent her the outfits and she created magic. This is the first photo from the shoot and I just had to share. I can't wait to see the rest of the photos and share with you all!

P.S. - The little angel (seriously, is she not the cutest?) is wearing...

The Hearts a Flutter Skirt http://etsy.me/mh8amF

The Ruffle Your Feathers Top http://etsy.me/l5vlEA

The Tulle Love Tutu http://etsy.me/jtLLVg

and The PetalPetal Hair Sash http://etsy.me/kKrsyW

Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs and VintageChild:Modern

www.PetalPetal.com

www.VintageChildModern.etsy.com

Summer Is For Love

Here in the PetalPetal studio we're jumping into our first wedding season and we want to celebrate with our amazing brides! Enter SUMMERISFORLOVE for 20% OFF the PetalPetal line of modern, customizable flower girl outfits and accessories...

The Summersong skirt and Jane top

The High Tide skirt and Sunday Smile top

The High Tide skirt and Lovely Petals top

The Sunday Smile top and Forever Flower hair clips

Photography credit: Michelle Black | Studio 77

Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs and VintageChild:Modern

www.PetalPetal.com

www.VintageChildModern.etsy.com

Who Is Art: Branchbound

There is something so decidedly charming about vintage lace. It's so easy to imagine the life it may have lived and how many hands it may have passed through. Sarah Louise of branchbound must agree as she has created a line of exquisite lace jewelry and accessories. Check out my inspiring interview with Sarah Louise below...

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I believe that everyone is artistic in his or her own right, but as we grow up many people lose their drive to create. As an artistic adult, what keeps your creativity fresh?

I work by day as a framer, so I get a lot of art and personal mementos passed my way. I also shop a lot, read a lot of various blogs, so I am surrounded by new and interesting images constantly, and I keep track of which ones stick with me and why. I'm often drawn to color; color will make me change my wardrobe or hair or decor. My favorite colors are ever-shifting.

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What do you remember as one of your first big creative projects as a child?

When I was 6 I taped my drawings all over the house and when my mom's friends came over I told them it was my gallery. I remember even charging a dime for admission, ha!

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When working with a piece of vintage lace, are you trying to maintain its original integrity or are you trying to transform it into something completely new and unrecognizable? Do you imagine the life it may have lived before it fell into your hands?

I really don't like to take things apart unless they are damaged; I was the same way when I used to collage with pieces from vintage books. Elda, for example. I left as it is but made it easier to transition into a wardrobe as a necklace instead of sewing it onto a dress, for example. Some of the pieces of lace I have found in antique malls, and it's a single piece, I hesitate to work with...one little piece has so many possibilities and I want to do it justice!

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What drew you to lace as the foundation for your line of jewelry? Do you see yourself ever expanding into other materials?

What started me was vintage collars. I loved them and wanted to wear them, but I liked the detachment I could get with it being a necklace. I also love big earrings, and lace is perfect for that since they are big but still light.

I actually have been using fewer materials- when I started out I was combining the lace with brass stampings in nearly every piece. Now I like the lace to speak for itself, though I do like the stampings from time to time. The only newer material are the sequined applique headbands in my shop.

Jia Earrings

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How do you see your business growing over the next five years? Do you have a picture in your mind of what you would love your company or line to look like in the future?

I would love to do this full time, especially since my plan is to expand the brand into more of a wedding line. Because of my ability to make custom-dyed pieces I've already gotten a few bridal and bridesmaid orders, which makes me so happy! I love knowing my work will be a part of someone's special day. I'm beginning to make more accessories, that could be perfect for bridal parties as well as any woman who likes adding some flair to their wardrobe, which should be in the store in a few weeks. I would also like to have my pieces more accessible, sold in a few boutiques across the world. A lot of my work needs to be seen in person and tried on- part of the whimsy of making things with lace I suppose.

Varda Bridal Fascinator Hat

Anything else you would like to share about yourself, your line or your life?

Jewelry has always been a passion for me, and I'm thrilled that I took the leap to make an unconventional and totally wearable line of jewelry and accessories. It's so much fun for me, and the support I've received has made me feel so fantastic.

Ondine Earrings in Gold

Ella

Any links to a blog, twitter, facebook, etc, you would like to share?

My blog: /www.tzipporit.blogspot.com
My twitter: www.twitter.com/slubird
My vintage shop: www.slubird.etsy.com




For the complete Who Is Art series, click here or let us know if your work has a story to tell!




Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs and VintageChild:Modern

www.PetalPetal.com

www.VintageChildModern.etsy.com

Just Shipped: Flowers in Gold and Polka Dots

Just had to share these sweet custom flower girl skirts that just shipped to one of my lovely brides-to-be. She customized our Biggest Flower Skirt with golden, pin prick polka dotted fabric for the sash and flower and I adore this look!

We are always happy to work with our clients on custom orders for their big day or the perfect outfit for a little fashionista. Shop PetalPetal or VintageChild:Modern or send a message for custom requests.

Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs and VintageChild:Modern

www.PetalPetal.com

www.VintageChildModern.etsy.com

A Bit of Tuesday Inspiration From Me to You...

There are many things I should be doing right now. Blogging is not one of them. This week was meant to be dedicated to researching and creating a new marketing plan for PetalPetal, as it feels like time for a bit of a push forward, but I woke up exhausted this morning after spending Monday compiling lists of boutiques and methods of approach.

Many times in life, things are not as simple as we would hope. So I spent the morning refreshing my little head by reading over some of my favorite blogs. Some have a steady following, some are younger. Most are fairly new to me. One I discovered this morning. While they are all written by people with different perspectives and from different backgrounds, they seem to have a common thread... JOY.

If you are in need of a bit of refreshing today, take a moment to browse any of the blogs below...

The Quiet Life of Violet

This blog I just discovered this morning, so first impression is still fresh in mind. This lovely mom-to-be seems to be one of those rare people who CHOOSES joy over fear. I recommend this post or this post, as a start!

Indie Pretty Projects

As described by Ashley, blog creator, Indie Pretty Projects is about "falling in love with handmade." DONE! Especially after browsing her beautifully curated blog. She also shares sweet little DIY projects like this one and this one.

brideblu

Brideblu is a lovingly crafted mixed bag of project inspirations, wedding photoshoots and sweet daily musings. I can also tell she throws a mean par-tay!

a blog about the little things

If there is one thing we all need from time to time, it is a greater focus on the little beauties in life. Tea & chickadees, aka Caren, is happy to oblige. I love that this was the first blog post I read this morning and that she introduced me to Pietari Posti. Many thanks for that!

Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs and VintageChild:Modern

www.PetalPetal.com

www.VintageChildModern.etsy.com

Earth, Sea and Sky...

... the meeting of three worlds...

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Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs and VintageChild:Modern

www.PetalPetal.com

www.VintageChildModern.etsy.com

Light Goes the Feather

To view the entire collection, click here

Top to Bottom, Left to Right:

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MaryKateDevitt http://etsy.me/eQfeeQ

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Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs and VintageChild:Modern

www.PetalPetal.com

www.VintageChildModern.etsy.com

Buds and Blossoms : Creams and Blues

The natural light of spring is returning to the Pacific Northwest, along with buds, blossoms and grassy green sprouts...

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Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs

www.PetalPetal.com

A Treasured Weekend

Whew! PetalPetal was featured in so many AMAZING treasuries this weekend on Etsy! We just had to share a few of our favorites (especially after we found this really fun widget from craft cult). Can you spot us in each of the treasuries below?

UPDATE: This top treasury made it to the front page of Etsy! Yay! Thanks to curator 5Gardenias!










Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne
PetalPetal designs
www.PetalPetal.com

A Friday Wedding: Wooded Affair

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Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs

www.PetalPetal.com