Today I made my first YouTube video. Just a little promo for my handmade shop, but still-it's a start! Continue reading

The love in our funny little rental house, it is palpable. Even on days when we are grumpy or sad, it is still with us. Money is very tight and the stress isn't hiding, but the love keeps it from eating us. There is warmth here where love lives. Continue reading

Here's what happened... We went to The Easter Party (Marshall, NC) Then, we drove south to Savannah, Ga for a quick tool-fetching trip and to see old friends. Then, we drove West. We arrived. (finally) We resumed life, and spent time with family. We witnessed a solar eclipse. We went... Continue reading

Nine days until we drive away from this home of almost six years. Lots has been going on, but we make sure to find the good bits during the day and make them great. A few outtakes from the trenches: (the little Boston is our temp roomie Knuckles-Emmett loves him!)... Continue reading

Today I had a new hair experience, spent time with my favorite boys, and met with our accountant. Life seems to be focusing in and readying itself for the Big Change. The move is coming April 2nd. I will try to blog our epic road trip through Savannah, Asheville for... Continue reading

Emmett, after I made hot cocoa today: "I love you, mommy." Me: "Do you love me because I made you hot cocoa, or because I'm you're mommy?" E: (thinks about it) "Because you're my mommy." Best. Valentine. Ever. Continue reading

Today I... Slept in Washed a LOT of dishes Inhaled my coffee Paid a pile of bills Made chocolate chip cookies Cleaned up legos Danced with my 3 year old in the kitchen Managed to convince everyone it was pizza night 2 nights early Put new batteries in the comphibious(sic)... Continue reading

Fresh vintage preview! Yay! And more to be listed this week! I have several more collectible s & p shakers in my arsenal, so keep your peepers peeled. Continue reading

E's had a cough that lasted into the night and fought off many attempts at suppression. I ended up sleeping in his room (he demanded) and not getting much sleep. The best part of this is that it's Sunday, and we can be lazy and watch movies and do puzzles... Continue reading

Some days I feel like I'm running towards something, some days I feel like I'm running from something, and some days I manage to stop and breathe and look around, noticing that nothing is chasing me and nothing but potential lies out in front. Those days keep me sane. Continue reading

What a fabulous yet stressful month! I can't wait until quiet January invades, and I can begin to fully flesh out our moving plans and fix up my poor sad little excuses for Etsy shops. In the meantime, I'll share a little bit of why I've been so absent. I've... Continue reading

It's just resting. For a wee bit. Actually, it's about time to wake it up! I've been uber busy with regular and wholesale orders, not to mention the whole family thing. Emmett's birthday was last Sunday, complete with a wee get together and some homemade cupcakes. Yum. Meanwhile, my vintage... Continue reading

Save in two stores: Inmyigloo: FREE domestic shipping w/code LOVEVINTAGE OR 15% off for international folks w/code SUPERSECRET http://www.inmyigloo.etsy.com/ TheRehatchery: FREE domestic shipping on all gift tags, ornaments and paper beads OR 15% off for everyone with discount code SUPERSECRET http://www.therehatchery.etsy.com/ (discounts good through midnight on Nov. 30) Got it?... Continue reading

Tell us a bit about Erica. I am 29 and a stay-at-home mamma to my toddler daughter, we live in rural North Dakota (I love it here!). I enjoy spending my days with my daughter Kya and watching the seasons change out our windows. I have a background in graphic... Continue reading

A quick note in my busy busy week to show off some new vintage picks for you-keep an eye out for more holiday housewares and decor! Also, don't forget you can save all month with free domestic shipping-just enter LOVEVINTAGE at checkout! Or, if you're all international and stuff or... Continue reading

We're baaack! After a couple weeks off, I'm finally able to present you with some awesome items from my fellow team members at the Tree. Today the palette is a nice mix of wintry blues. Nice and calm. Washcloths are from Sweetbriers Sweet butterfly brooch from BilberryWood Fabulous vintage fabric... Continue reading

I am feeling very What About Bob as I trudge through this week, reminding myself that at least it's better than last year. You see, I had big plans to make this holiday selling season on Etsy run smoothly and to get everything done before the busy month of November.... Continue reading

Another rainy day...hopefully I can catch up on a little today! Been very busy the past week filling orders and creating stock for a brick and mortar display...have had to give up last week's Friday picks, and am really missing the blog. I'm looking forward to celebrating my team members... Continue reading

Life around here for the past couple weeks has been its usual blend of nutty and silly and sad and stressful and fun. Here's some outtakes. Enjoy. (Yes, that is a firm grip on the cat's tail. She's a bit masochistic and kinda likes it.) <3 Continue reading

Been a long busy week of being behind and tired. That said, I'm having to catch up on all things blog today. But I just can't miss out on featuring some of my favorite Etsy folk! Here is the regular Friday roundup of fresh awesome picks from my team: Here... Continue reading

Here are a few fabulous new items listed and to-be-listed this week at inmyigloo! Come check 'em out! I'm especially excited about the flower frogs and the Chinese Checkers board! <3 Continue reading

It's been another crazy week here at our household. Emmett gave up his naps this week, and that's been a major adjustment for me. I am having to cram everything into my after-bedtime time, which has been causing a lot less sleep and a lot more coffee consumption. Then Wednesday... Continue reading

Had a crazy personal day today(more on that tomorrow) so I'm late on this one, nevertheless please enjoy some super ookie spooky Halloween items from some wonderful fellow team members and Etsians! Here we have: Halloween Pumpkin Head Decoration from NattyKnits Beaded Memory Wire Bracelet from auberrygirl Skull Mug in... Continue reading