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

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...

Sephora Ring in Gold

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.

Fluer Bridal Fascinator Hat

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!

Ava Earrings in Ivory

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!

Laurelin

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

Kassidy Bracelet in Silver

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

A Friday Wedding: Wooded Affair

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Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs

www.PetalPetal.com

A Wedzu Wedding: When It Snows...

Winter offerings from Wedzu:

THE Indie & Handmade Wedding Marketplace

Hydrangea Bouquet by Ferntree Flowers

http://bit.ly/h8sMby

The Sarah by Serephine 

http://bit.ly/hohOmJ

Monogram Correspondence Set by E.M. Papers 

http://bit.ly/gfcZxZ

Mr. DJ Necktie by BACON Handmade Neckwear 

http://bit.ly/i4iW71

Be Mine by modernseeds 

http://bit.ly/ePeRrc

Paper Fortune Cookie and Cake by Imeon Design

http://bit.ly/bz2age

Winter Snowflake Ring Bearer Pillow 

by Lillian's Garden http://bit.ly/gzamzZ

You Pick Poms by PomLove

http://bit.ly/fMt1NO

themaekoone by Blushless

http://bit.ly/fxQwtF

YES! We've joined WEDZU too!

The Songbird Wrap and Tie the Knot Statement Necklace

by PetalPetal designs http://bit.ly/hKReHE

Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs

www.PetalPetal.com

Hanging by a Thread: The Bride's Guide to the Handmade Necklace

Simple, sweet or statement piece? 

How to awe, not overwhelm...

Flower Necklace by MignonneHandmade 

http://etsy.me/gdKswK

Vintage Lace Necklace by ThatOldBlueHouse2 http://etsy.me/hHvmI6

Ruffle Layer Crochet Necklace 

by ACommonThread http://etsy.me/gqRx87

Embroidered Pendant Necklace 

by SeptemberHouse http://etsy.me/hamTCi

Evaline Tulle and Ribbon Multichain Necklace 

by WhiteOwl http://etsy.me/hN6QCj

Wimbledom by MijuAndYou 

http://etsy.me/ekBdi8

 Hand Embroidered Wool Pendant 

by LoveMaude http://etsy.me/gnXuZc

Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs

www.PetalPetal.com

A Wedding Gown WONDER-land...

KT JEAN's White Evening Primrose Gown was one of the first wedding gowns I tweeted about, so it seemed fitting that my first official wedding post on the new Petal+Handmade=Love blog should be focused on her breath-taking designs. I could go on and on about how awe-inspiring and elegant, yet down-to-earth and playful her gowns (and NEW Bridesmaids' skirts...) are, but I think they speak for themselves...

The Bastante Gown http://etsy.me/f7Xfhl

The Alisier Skirt http://etsy.me/ebGcK0

The Amor Gown http://etsy.me/hLhbTA

The Olivier Skirt http://etsy.me/goqLyv

The Encantador Gown http://etsy.me/gtJjOc

The Tulipe Skirt http://etsy.me/gyObPc

The White Evening Primrose Gown http://etsy.me/iay3JJ

KT Jean can be found on Etsy and Wedzu...

www.KTJEAN.etsy.com

http://wedzu.com/seller/ktjean

P.S. - I also wanted to send love to her brilliant photographers:

www.sloanphotographers.com

www.ventolaphotography.com

Much (Petal) Love,

Brianne

PetalPetal designs

www.PetalPetal.com