A New Etsy Love

Hi, there!  My apologies for the absence over this past year.  A lot of life has happened- new job, new city, another bar exam, etc.  So needless to say, the blog was put on the backburner.  I hope to be back more routinely now. 

Today, I wanted to share a new paper goods shop I recently discovered on Etsy called Stately Made.  This cute little spot is run by my co-worker's dear friend, Jordan Hughes, who also happens to be a Birmingham native.  I learned about Jordan on Valentine's Day when my colleague received Jordan's beautiful card in the mail.  And of course, her handwritten note on the back was just stunning.  She has such talent!  Here are a few of her other paper goodies currently up for grabs:

 

I think the last one is my absolute favorite!!  I'm a sucker for anything Southern! 

If you are interested in seeing more of Jordan's work, visit her blog and be sure to follow her on Instagram.  Jordan also offers custom calligraphy and hand lettering services here! 

Tuesday Two-Play: Behind the Lens Inspired

People Help The People by Birdy

Young Blood (Cover) by Birdy

Today's music picks- performed by 16 year-old British musician Jasmine van den Bogaerde (Birdy)- were inspired by the captivating work of photographer Tim Irving.  Tim is based out of Suffolk, United Kingdom and authors two blogs: StyleMed and The Negative.  He also has an Etsy shop featuring the most incredible photographs, which he claims commemorate his childhood*.  And I have to say, I completely agree with him on that.  His pictures are engaging, and you can definitely see a recurring theme of spring, greenness, juvenescence, and youth.  Take a glimpse through Irving's looking-glass to see what I mean...

Tim's talent with a camera really is like a time-travel!  If you'd like to view more of his splendid little snapshots, visit here.

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