Cool Finds :: Mano y Metal (@ManoyMetal)

"From Tragedy Comes Unity" :: Hand Stamped Double Finger Ring
*50% of the proceeds from this ring will go to the Japan Earthquake & Pacific Tsunami Relief*


"Love is Completely Independent of Logic." :: Hand-stamped Thin Cuff


"Artists Make Creative Lovers" :: Hand-stamped Wide Cuff

Some edgy industrial hand-crafted jewelry by Chicago designer Desiree Castro of Mano y Metal (Hand & Metal for my non-Spanish speaking peeps!).   I'm just putting it out there in the universe that someone (ahem, Husband, ahem) should be getting me that last cuff there...  Just sayin'...  Ha!  Be sure to check out more of Mano y Metal at Etsy.

Cool Finds :: GROW recycled-wood sign

GROW recycled-wood sign by William Dohman

This is one of those simple but meaningful pieces you just want to your home!   Love the fact they use recycled wood for their projects.  Be sure to check out more of William Dohman.

Cool Finds :: PalmerCash Tees (@palmercashtees)

Some of my favorites over at PalmerCash Tees!   More vintage tees to choose from at palmercash.com.

Cool Finds :: 1930's Vintage goodness by @closetcaseVNTG

30's Organdy and Chantilly Lace Wedding Gown by Closet Case Vintage

Shoot me!!   I love this!!   I don't think there's anything more to add here...

Oh wait, I'll take this 1930's Capelet as well...  sigh.

Cool Finds :: Hell Yeah! by @00one

Hell Yeah! print by Nick Schmitz of 00one

One of my most favorite expressions!!   Love the wicked typography, especially the position of the exclamation point.  Be sure to check out his site for more cool projects.

Cool Finds :: Tiles by Element Clay Studio

Fungi, Turf and Hydrangea micro tiles by Heather Knight of Element Clay Studio

What a great way to add texture to your walls!   Loving Heather's modern design style.  Be sure to check out her shop for more of her wonderful work.

Cool Finds (Wedding Edition) :: Gowns by J. Crew

So Andrea's .50ct moissanite 14kt gold ring yesterday left me in a wedding mood for the rest of the night...   Thankfully I stumbled upon J. Crew's Fall 2010 lookbook to satify myself visually!   Seriously though how gorgeous are these??   My favorite is a toss up between the first two.   sigh...

Petticoat lace Anais



Layered tulle Lorna

My look any day... (@madewell1937)

-stetson® wool fedora in sterling grey
-sequin sleeve tee in pecan
-midnight blazer in hthr blacktop
-heritage premium skinny ankle jeans in horseshoe wash

All available at Madewell...

Cool Finds :: Creativity cards

Good Luck with That by Creativity

Witty cards with modern designs, what's not to love. As a parent all I can say is this card is hilarious!

Cool Finds :: SOUTH3rd shade by RE-SURFACE DESIGN

SOUTH3rd shade by Donna Brady's RE-SURFACE DESIGN

Street art meets modern lighting decor, really loving this urban design!

Eco-friendly Electric Guitars

Bamboo Electric guitar by Taber Licea for Licea Guitars
(made of Bamboo)


mada caimes
(made of hemp fibers)


The Eco Axe by Zero Impact Guitars
(made of SmartWood)


Webster by Cyclotron Guitars
(made of recycled plastics)

Cool Finds :: Cassette Tape Necktie by Alyce Santoro

Cassette Tape Necktie by Alyce Santoro

Really digging this concept, neckties made of sonic fabric which is woven from 50% recorded audio cassette tape and 50% colored thread. Talk about mixing music and fashion, literally.

Cool Finds :: Pixie's Peacock blouse by @mynadinoo

Pixie's Peacock blouse by Nadinoo

I'm really loving this whole look! The style, colors, and the headband, just perfect.

Cool Find :: "Keep Calm and Snap On"

A new take on the oh so popular "Keep Calm and Carry On" print perfectly suited for photographers... How cool is this?!

"Keep Calm and Snap On" available at Photojojo

Geek Love :: Eco-Felt Pillows

{via DiffractionFiber's Etsy shop}