“My look is either very baroque or very Zen — everything in between makes me itch.” — Legendary tastemaker Iris Apfel
This week’s edition of News From the Craft + Style Blogosphere has mellow Swedish interiors, fashionable menfolk, an organic alphabet, bright and cheerful botanical prints and style inspiration from photo album friends of the near to distant past.
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I gain inspiration by analyzing fashions of the past, and the many stylish ladies featured on vielles_annonces’s Flickr stream make me want to get out the old Polaroid and document my ensembles. [Via Me Melodia]
Visual representations of the alphabet need not be a boring Times New Roman affair. Elka Dopludo’s Organic Alphabet illustrations show off the many flexible shapes and materials characters can assume. [Via Ana Montiel]
I love me a fashionable dude, and Street Etiquette makes my toes curl with joy! Be it corduroy, pocket squares or Cowichan knit sweaters, the men behind this street style blog are always forward-thinking with their clothing choices and the trends they pursue (and they make sure to tell you where similar styles can be found).
The bold floral patterns of Jobs Handprinted Textiles remind me of vintage botanical specimen posters. [Via Ungtblod]
These mellow and monochromatic interiors were photographed by Swedish photog Stellan Herner. The mixture of textures (concrete, slate and fuzzy rugs) reminds me of Abigail Ahern’s pleasant home. [Via Style Files]
Wanna give me some more artsy, style or design blogs to peruse? Leave them in the comments! And check out past installments of News From the Craft + Style Blogosphere!


















97 comments
Sign in to add your ownLaveMeSoapCo says:
i so want that kitchen complete with a turntable.
2 years ago
enhabiten says:
dude. am i first? i may need some help because clearly this indicates a C+S Blogosphere addiction:) I love each and every. yes! each and every.
2 years ago
oldworldprimitives says:
I am absolutely loving the Street Etiquette style and the monochromatic interiors!
2 years ago
spacejam says:
love everything!!
2 years ago
thevintagecloset says:
AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!
2 years ago
smashgirl says:
I love the interior of that home...it's so soothing. The textures are amazing!
2 years ago
FableBay says:
great photos and fashions!
2 years ago
sweetsmilesbaby says:
love the stylish ladies and Street Etiquette!
2 years ago
Tias says:
Beautiful photography! Damn, I am jealous. Lomography is also amazing type of old style photography, I find it looking even cooler than the old style Polaroid camera photos...
2 years ago
VeraVague says:
love that mountain picture! whew!
2 years ago
jdizaclothingco says:
the corduroy looks nice, brings back memories
2 years ago
poppyswickedgarden says:
WoW This is a great one! I'm loving Everything in this article. I'm especially loving that handsome little guy with the corduroy jacket
2 years ago
1AEON says:
Amazing like always!!!!!! such a great photos!!
2 years ago
1AEON says:
Amazing like always!!!!!! such a great photos!!
2 years ago
buttercupbloom says:
That is exactly how I would dress my son if I had one - as an updated preppy kid complete with sperry topsiders and "statement socks". Hey, that's a little like I dress, too. Love.
2 years ago
vivikas says:
Amazing photos.
2 years ago
edor says:
That home is heaven!
2 years ago
chakrapennywhistle says:
Man, if only my husband would dress like that :) Loving everything! Great etsy finds too!
2 years ago
moonovermaize says:
Loving Street Etiquette!
2 years ago
underoakstudios says:
I love all that way more than is appropriate. Apologies.
2 years ago
cassidycay says:
The little boy is so cute... I might just gobble him up! I also love all the swedish interior photos! Beautiful!
2 years ago
Vanessa says:
I want to paint all my floors white.
2 years ago
nicework says:
I love the calm monochrome interiors, I want to live in this house! Great shades and textures, truly inspiring...
2 years ago
thestapeliacompany says:
I love it! Especially the clothing and those old photos up top! Great pics as always. :)
2 years ago
minouette says:
Wow! I love the letters. The little boy is too cool. Stylist young man. Such great leads to go explore... Thanks!
2 years ago
bedouin says:
ultimate expression! thnx for sharing
2 years ago
PoleStar says:
Love it! I love the alphabet illustrations the most. The braid Q is so lovely. Love those fashionable guys too :D
2 years ago
thebestvintage says:
I see Sandra Dee!
2 years ago
birdie1 says:
Oh, the little boy in the corduroy and red socks!
2 years ago
designlab443 says:
That loft looks cool, like a modern little house on the parie cabin.
2 years ago
odiliafu says:
Amazing!! Love the stylish ladies photos.
2 years ago
girltuesdayjewelry says:
Street Etiquette's items, and the model, are gorgeous!!!
2 years ago
dementedsnowflake says:
The drawn alphabet is amazing!!!
2 years ago
elizabethwrenvintage says:
oh how i love the craft & style blogosphere each and every week :-]
2 years ago
kjdj says:
Wonderful! Simply Wonderful! :)
2 years ago
emcee says:
loving the slouchy jacket...
2 years ago
emcee says:
loving the slouchy jacket!
2 years ago
theferngate says:
I just love design...so inspiring! Thanks!
2 years ago
theferngate says:
I just love design...so inspiring! Thanks!
2 years ago
workingforpeanuts says:
Hi Angster and thanks! Thanks for taking me away, for a moment, from a blustery eve.
2 years ago
pamwares says:
I want the swedish home please!
2 years ago
AlpineGypsy says:
Ohhh.....I'm lusting after that gorgeous handprinted textile with the botanicals, and everything else for that matter. Thank you. :) Heidi
2 years ago
AlpineGypsy says:
Ohhh....I just love the botanicals handprint fabric...and everything else for that matter. Thank you. :) Heidi
2 years ago
breadandroses2 says:
Hmmm, hmmm, good!
2 years ago
5gardenias says:
i've been wanting to leave my two cents for the last two editions and have been shut out by the teaming fans-- so no more meandering here on friday mornings.. i am just too much of a talker not to be able to say... je t'aime... moi non plus!! seriously.. i love and smile each and every time!!
2 years ago
VelveteenHabbit says:
Sweeeeeeeeeet Sweeeeeeeeeedish!!! Love the white, gray, metal Cheryl
2 years ago
yenjewelry says:
these photos are fantastic!
2 years ago
shopgoodgrace says:
Oh my - I hadn't heard of "Street Etiquette" - but I can't WAIT to check out the blog. The handsome young gent in his adorable corduroy blazer - just too much! :)
2 years ago
sogrey says:
i want to be a woman in those photos. <3
2 years ago
BranchandBirdie says:
Fantastic Home!
2 years ago
PipocaHandmade says:
That quote is fantastic! Wonderful post...I especially love the juxtaposition of those florals and the stunning interior photos!
2 years ago
vintagemaison says:
I just love the interiors - I love all that Scandanavian influence - did you know that the French were greatly inspired by it too?
2 years ago
TripleGemini says:
Absolutely love these picks!!
2 years ago
BeautyOnTheFire says:
i want to have the same clothes great photos !!!
2 years ago
anemonecomms says:
o wow, i want that 'H' illustration with all the coral tattooed on my arm... it's beautiful!
2 years ago
tomatored says:
Rcenewelts
2 years ago
mythunderstood says:
Thanks for sharing the interiors - want to live there!
2 years ago
tomatored says:
The soft, monocromatic home interior pics are great, soothing, great composition
2 years ago
CapeTownChic says:
I heart that guy's style!
2 years ago
reiddamnit says:
Those polaroids are so cheerful and optimistic! The third photo makes me want to yodel...
2 years ago
themefragrance says:
Really nice article, loved all the content. Beautiful illustrations!
2 years ago
TrilbyMade says:
Love the hand drawn alphabet. Fine art and Typography together at last!
2 years ago
redbirdstyle says:
Love everything about this!
2 years ago
BululuStudio says:
OMG! All those pictures look so cozy. (sight)
2 years ago
recycledwares says:
great vintage photos. those dresses are adorable. the men's clothing is nice too.
2 years ago
NoaSharonDesigns says:
A M A Z I N G STYLING
2 years ago
maclancy says:
amazing.. all of it. I so love the look of the kodachrome photos and the Swedish interiors are so clean and clutter free.. ah-one can really think in a place so nice. Love all of your choices ALison, thank you!
2 years ago
belovedbaglady says:
Awesomeness!!!!
2 years ago
belovedbaglady says:
So cool...inspiring
2 years ago
tanglesastangled says:
Oh these are all wonderful, especially that wonderful home and the old fashion bits. I never cease to wonder at the delightful images magazines came up with before photoshop and computers. Those colors are so warm....
2 years ago
MoonstarGifts says:
talent!!
2 years ago
BayMoonDesign says:
Fabulous photos as always!
2 years ago
steinschmuckdesign says:
FANTASTIC!!!
2 years ago
summerground says:
Nasty & I like!
2 years ago
posiesforlulu says:
Love the ladies in their vintage! Great stuff! Great style! Thank you once again Alison for a great article!
2 years ago
BabbidgePatch says:
the floral print is stellar!
2 years ago
sharonclancydesigns says:
I LOVED this! The vintage photos are so amazing! I love This was really enjoyable. Thanks!
2 years ago
trishafern says:
very inspiring. thanks
2 years ago
PhatGrrl says:
I want it all....
2 years ago
PhatGrrl says:
I want it all....
2 years ago
bstrung says:
Love the type
2 years ago
d1era says:
great work!! your layout is nice
2 years ago
CaptiveStudio says:
Always love your articles Alison. Good job.
2 years ago
monkeyandsquirrel says:
that is one snazzy little boy in his blazer!
2 years ago
miccicohan says:
I love that painting by EbenKling!
2 years ago
debrossehardesty says:
Street Etiquette is serious fashion. I love the intensity of the images. Very cool, very city.
2 years ago
JeweleryNut says:
Those pics look like the real Macoy I mean striat out of a magazine. Outstanding ovation.
2 years ago
kirstenfrancis says:
Love it- all of it! Where the heck do you find these things and how do you make it all work together? Brought a smile to my face and left my head spinning with wonderful new ideas!
2 years ago
GarrettMcCarthy says:
Ditto - Talk about creative!
2 years ago
aoisart says:
I collect old photos and those are great, you can find such treasures!
2 years ago
LiquidTimeandCompany says:
Awesome vintage photos. Where do you get them?
2 years ago
VYNALEKdesigns says:
Love the clean lines of Swedish interior design.....great photos.
2 years ago