Etsy Shop for theshophouse

Book Star Ornament-Holly

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 09:20:53 -0500

$10.00
A square concertina folded book becomes a three-dimensional, five-pronged star to hang for festivities. Perfect for the holiday tree. Made from book covers and pages.

1.5" sq

Bookmobile-Two From a Tea Pot

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 18:09:17 -0500

$54.00
This is an adorable little children's book published in 1955. It consists mostly of illustrations, both black and white, and full color, so the page flourish is uniquely colorful. The simple cover with the little mouse tipping his hat is a quiet wrapping for all the lively pages.

7 x 8 x 11"

Journal-Holbein

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:28:31 -0500

$34.00
The covers of this drawing journal are from a portfolio of Hans Holbein portrait drawing prints, two of which are included here. A damsel on the inside front cover and on the back side of the title page, a fine gentleman. On the inside back cover is the original library pocket to slip notes and queries in, as well as the original linen spine with the book's title.

Double-sided embroidered trim ties the folio closed.

30 pages of drawing paper
9 x 12"

Book Mobile-Captain January

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:30:38 -0500

$54.00
This vintage childrens book cover has soft linen tones with faded teal. The father and daughter illustration is sweet and nostalgic. Text pages alternate with illustrations creating the page flourish.

9x6x8"

Holiday Cards-Carousing Carolers

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:33:51 -0500

$12.00
This original illustration says simplicity, style and sophistication all in a little card. These correspondence cards are perfect for holiday greetings, festive invitations or seasonal thank yous.

4.25 x 5.5"/inside blank/printed on white cardstock

10 cards + envelopes

Holiday Cards-Angel Artist

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:31:00 -0500

Holiday Cards-Gifted Pixie

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:27:43 -0500

Booklette-Bleu

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:16:48 -0500

$10.00
This petite volume is strung to be hung and is a hand-bound book made with French pages. Look to find a tiny illustration.
Perfect for the bibliophile or for the holiday tree.

1.25 x 2.125"

Booklette-Astral

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:13:25 -0500

$10.00
This petite volume is strung to be hung and is a hand-bound book made with French pages. Look to find a tiny illustration.
Perfect for the bibliophile or for the holiday tree.

1.25 x 2.125"

Booklette-Flame

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:10:19 -0500

$10.00
This petite volume is strung to be hung and is a hand-bound book made with French pages. Look to find a tiny illustration.
Perfect for the bibliophile or for the holiday tree.

1.25 x 2.125"

Journal-Harvest

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:33:31 -0500

$34.00
A journal made from book covers from 1889 has hand-stitched signatures of ivory writing paper. The original title page serves as its first page and a satin ribbon page marker completes it.

80 pages/5 x 7.25"

Journal-Mikado

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:22:01 -0500

$24.00
This children's book cover is from the 1950's Weekly Reader Series and has great graphic appeal. A chapter of pale grey writing pages plus a chapter of of heavy drawing paper comprise the book. The inside back cover has a lined envelope to catch notes, etc.

40 pages/5.5 x 8.5"

Journal-Golden Treasury

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:15:19 -0500

$24.00
This folio style journal has a prism of colored pages that begins with lightweight writing paper and progresses to heavy stock. The book's original cloth spine appears on the entry page.

52 pages/4 x 7"

Library Notes Stationery

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:10:51 -0400

$15.00
Book pages are collaged to the front of these pool-water blue notecards, printed with the greetings “just checking in” and “check this out”. Inside each card is a library pocket holding a borrower’s card to use as your notepaper. This bookish stationery comes as a set of 4, with two greetings per set. They are accompanied by lined envelopes and a handmade fabric case.

4 1/2 x 6 1/4”

Yo-yo Necklace-Lady Day

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:07:34 -0400

$54.00
Seven seafoam satin fabric yo-yo’s are stitched together in a wreath-like necklace. Each circle is for a day of the week. Every other round is adorned with an aqua vintage button. A very retro, very lady-like piece of jewelry, so light and soft you’ll forget it’s even on, except for the all compliments you’ll receive.

16"/lobster clasp closure

Bib Necklace-Tea House

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:04:45 -0400

$60.00
Vintage buttons and an old French coat closure are stitched to a crescent of copper damask faille. It’s asymmetrical design and mineral-toned colors add to its elegant quirkiness. Long strands of ribbon allow you to wear it any length.

Bib Necklace - Supper Club

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:01:40 -0400

$60.00
Ivory satin, pearl, rhinestone and mother-of-pearl buttons and baubles make up the core of this necklace’s design and culminate in a distinctly feminine, vintage feel. A truly one-of-a-kind piece that fits with everything from a LBD to a t-shirt. Long strands of ribbon allow you to wear it any length.

Bib Necklace - Oxford

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:58:41 -0400

$60.00
A crescent of grey welted wool (so it's not itchy against your skin) is encrusted with a bevy of antique buttons and and baubles. Soft yellows and tourmalines sing beside pewters and graphites. This necklace is a centerpiece. Long strands of ribbon allow you to wear it any length.

Daybook - Kipling

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:55:32 -0400

$22.00
A vintage book cover is re-purposed into a workable journal. Onyx and grass green set the palette, with 5 chapters of ivory writing paper divided by green sheets. The original endpapers have been retained.

5 x 7”/80 pages

Homestead Hair Pin - Garbo

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:36:47 -0400

$15.00
The heirloom craft of the fabric yo-yo, here in aqua satin, topped with a vintage button, is fastened to a simple clip and revamped into whimsical hair decor. Hold a lock back or add to an up-do for a sweet flourish.

Framed Print - Proscenium

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:28:55 -0400

$40.00
A print from my Autumn Masquerade drawing series. Each print is hand painted with watercolor, making them one-of-a-kind. Framed and adorned with ribbon for hanging.

6.5 x 8.5”

Framed Print - Papillon

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:26:25 -0400

$40.00
A print from my Autumn Masquerade drawing series. Each print is hand painted with watercolor, making them one-of-a-kind. Framed and adorned with ribbon for hanging.

6.5 x 8.5”

Framed Print - Boeheme

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:22:41 -0400

$40.00
A print from my Autumn Masquerade drawing series. Each print is hand painted with watercolor, making them one-of-a-kind. Framed and adorned with ribbon for hanging.

6.5 x 8.5”

Enlightened Switch Plates - April Almanac

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:18:30 -0400

$10.00
Why have the standard humdrum light switch cover when you can add a bit of smarts to any room? Enlighten your lighting technique with these switch plates covered in book pages. Typography, message and illustration illuminate the common household item.

single switch/2.75x4.5”/two screws included

Enlightened Switch Plates - Germain

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:15:58 -0400

Enlightened Switch Plates - Vintage Peggy

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:13:33 -0400

Enlightened Switch Plates - Preface

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:10:48 -0400

$10.00

Why have the standard humdrum light switch cover when you can add a bit of smarts to any room? Enlighten your lighting technique with these switch plates covered in book pages. Typography, message and illustration illuminate the common household item.

single switch/2.75x4.5”/two screws included