SONY WALKMAN LOVE!

sooooo, i stumbled upon this vintage TREASURE this afternoon on etsy and had to share. how rad is this Walkman? red and silver shiney goodness. find me my NKOTB cassette tapes and i'm ready to go!

xox, rachel

(home from the hospital and feeling much more hydrated:))

4 the WIN of the DAY!

ummmm, YESSSSSHHH!
what's not to love about these?
get your Vinyl Record Bookends
---->HERE<----

happy wednesday!
i've got commissioned to draw a few wedding cases so my hands are back to drawing:)

xox, rachel

What I've Been Doing....

a Whole LOTTA drawing & custom orders:)

it's been FUN. i really missed drawing in 2010

draw draw drawwwwww

xox, rachel

SMITTEN!

when i missed out on buying this vintage milkglass mug, and yes, i am still kicking myself, i decided it was time to go into Freckle Wonder and do some serious damage so i could save my poor shins from any more bruises.....

LOOK AT WHAT I GOT!!! I AM SMITTEN

but don't worry, i left PLENTY of treats for others in the shop, along with oodles of clothing as well:)here are links, clockwise from top left-hand corner
(mugs) (camera) (glasses) (bangles)
click banner below to shop

xox, rachel

HOLD THE PHONE!

i found these chairs yesterday on etsy.......

i have no words.

i NEED them!

i have NO where to put them but

I WANT WANT WANT!

if you have a place to put 'em i suggest you buy them up because they are 2 dreamcsicles of red and white striped wonder & merriment!

find them HERE

all my candy cane lovin'

xox, rachel

Bring me the BRIGHTS!

i really am needing a pick me up right now. soooo, bring on the BRIGHTS!
i ADORE these floral cups. i WANT THEM, hint to robert, WANT THEM BAD!
here are the details:
Vintage Arcopal demitasses $45
and you can buy them for me HERE

hello bright and retro-tastic lamps! welcome to my office......
too bad i don't have room for another light or lamp in this place. i am a light collector so these guys are up for grabs, please don't buy my mugs......
Pair - Vintage Retro 50's Table Lamps $75
and you can buy 'em HERE

and could this brick pillow be ANY cuter?
again, i don't have room for this, so it's yours for the taking!!!
get it, and a few other pillows from this shop because they are ALL ridiculously cute,
HERE

and the new Sufjan Stevens album....
it's a
cacophony of sounds
and i HIGHLY recommend you pick it up:)
xox, happy sunday, rachel

SPACES!!!

(source)

i love this shop, i love their photos, i love their space!
it's bright, cheery & retro-tastic! check out their etsy shop:
26olivestreet
friendliest kids on the block:)

on the next blog post i will officially be "traveling"
xox, rachel

Dear Fall.....

oh how i love you! my michigan blood is pumping half apple cider just thinking about home. there is nothing better than the heat of the day and the crisp chill of the evenings. the fall accessories are the most fun. please buy me the bear tights above:
QooQooFashion

did someone say cowl? black and white houndstooth ta' boot!
check! buy it here:
piprobins

and i don't care if it's white and after labor day, or whatever that rule is..... i WANT this white vintage cardigan! and gimme gimme the plaid wool dress.
found here:
Minxshop

now i need to knit myself some fingerless wristwarmers so my hands can stay warm while i'm getting my draw on! because yes, believe it or not, it gets COLD here in florida. but not yet...... we're still waiting..... me not so patiently.
HURRY HURRY!
xox, rachel

VINTAGE Houseware Loves!

1. vintage 1969 family affair thermos $30
2. Set of 4 Retro Mugs Cups with Holder $23
3. Owl Salt and Pepper Shakers $14
4. vintage ceramic nut and squirrel bowl covered dish $15

i'm such a sucker for these colorful. woodland, retro, vintage housewares- one of my favorite sections to browse and favorite on etsy. they make great housewarming gifts!
xox, rachel

LOOKS Vintage 3 in 1 necktie BOWS!

i will NOT apologize for saying one of my best friend's is a crafty GENIUS! because really, check out what rebecca of LOOKS has done with vintage neckties....

1. the necklace pendant

2. the headband accessory

a closer look at

3. the headband (slide your favorite headband through the back)

4. the necklace (slide your favorite necklace through the back)

and the 3rd way to wear these:

5. brooch

6. pin included on the back of the bow

currently rebecca has 2 of these bows listed in her shop (found HERE) but over the past 2 years her and i have collected vintage neckties obsessively so i know she has at least 100 more she could make. maybe she'll whip you up a custom order one if there are certain colors you are looking for? and she'll probably do it in the midst of taking care of 4 children all under the ages of 8! like i said, my friend is a genius and i am SO proud of her and inspired by her craftiness.

much love and hugs to you rebecca, life would NOT be the same without you:)

xox blog readers,

rachel

Capricious Traveler VINTAGE GIVEAWAY!!!

* THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. THANKS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED:)*hi readers!

i'm very excited be having my first VINTAGE giveaway! brought to you from a lovely shop on etsy:
CapriciousTraveler.etsy.com

let's get to know a bit about this shop.......
1. please tell us about your shop. when did you first open your shop and what made you choose to sell on etsy?

Capricious Traveler is a collaboration of every era. I don't stick to one style personally, and i think that reflects in my shop. I love bold prints, and statement pieces. Along with the pretty and delicate. I first started on Ebay about 4 years ago. I began in Etsy in June of 07' (under a different shop name). Selling on Etsy was sort of a no brainier for me. They have better policies, more equality for those of us who are not HTML guru's! And the community is fantastic.
2. do you sell on etsy full or part time?
I have been selling full time 3 years this past July!

3. what's your favorite part about running CapriciousTraveler?
I have wanted a store front for as long as i can remember, and as of right now its fulfilling my dream. Getting to sell vintage to girls all over the world is near perfection!

4. what are some of your favorite things/hobbies?
I like creating in my free time. Jewelry and home decor mostly. Luckily i am also able to sell my hobby!

5. do you have a blog you would like to share with us?
www.capricioustraveler.blogspot.com

{GIVEAWAY TIME}
Capricious Traveler is graciously giving away a $30 gift certificate to her shop!

there are lots of ways to enter and each entry will give you a better chance at winning so lets get on with the different ways you can participate...

to enter:
● follow my BLOG (on the right sidebar), if you already do, just let me know.
● follow CapriciousTraveler's BLOG
● visit CapriciousTraveler's etsy shop & let us know which item is your FAVORITE
● tweet about this GIVEAWAY
● blog about this GIVEAWAY

leave me a comment below letting me know all of the ways that you've entered. also, make SURE to include your e-mail address so we can contact you should you be the winner:) have fun, good luck and happy vintage treasure hunting
xox, rachel

*this giveaway will end on thursday september 16th at noon & the winner will be announced on friday the 17th*

Where did i go?!?

okay, so it's only been 2 days since i've posted but it feels like a WHOLE LOT longer. our internet went out on Labor Day due to these tropical storms and it's still not fixed:( my husband and i have been doing our best to keep ourselves occupied but truth be told, we love our internet and have come to the conclusion that we are FULLY ADDICTED to it.
i did finish a custom case (pictured above) for a wedding present. i like the simple font.

i also recieved my ORANGE ROBOT BANK from TrashBirdMakes and i am head over heels in LOVE with him. look how much personality he brings to my bookshelf! also, if you haven't yet entered my Giveaway from TrashBird you should REALLY get on it. click HERE

lastly, i finished up this custom order wallet for my friend Jocelyn (i call her Ace) who is the owner of FLOWERLEAF on etsy. she has been searching high and low for the perfect wallet. she finally found one and had it shipped directly to me for some sprucing up. i think the wallet itself is adorable and i hope Ace loves it to bits and pieces.
okay, my back hurts from working in starbucks all day so i'm signing out and hoping that our internet is up and running soon or else we may self-destruct!!!!
xox, rachel

Captain Cat VINTAGE JOURNEY!

this shop has won me over this sunday.
it's FULL of many vintage treasures i would LOVE to have.

here are 4 things from CaptainCat.etsy.com

1. Animals In Suits Birthday Party Favors
who wouldn't want these? i think i will have an "Animals In Suits" party just so i can buy them.

2. Old Mini Camera Kodak
because you can NEVER have too many vintage cameras....

3. Racoon In Suit Original signed Art Print
this will hang in on the wall in the room where i have my Animals in Suits Party. he's so distinguished and handsome.

4. Incredible Vintage Leather Riding Boots
i will take these boots, a photo of this picture of these boots and the trunk sitting behnd these boots. thanks:)
happy hunting over at the CaptainCat
and merry sunday to ALL!
xox, rachel

new things coming to GRSG!

yesterday caroline and i had a totally AWESOME photoshoot and got many things accomplished! 9 new bags, 1 train case, and 1 antique suitcase. above is just a small taste of what's coming to the shop this week. i couldn't help but share:)

more to blog about later but i'm off to have a crafty saturday.

xox, rachel

vintage sewing burnout PHOTO

VINTAGE SEWING BURNOUT
i must confess that i realllllly miss running my etsy photography shop. it didn't last long but there are some prints that i really wish i still had the opportunity to sell. the above photo was, and still is, one of my favorites. maybe i will sell them on my own? email me at GetReadySetGo1980@gmail.com if you are interested. i will be adding more of my prints to my flickr stream. this is an 8 x 10.
thanks for looking friends:)
xox, rachel

awe, gee, you're cute!

1. Midnight Blue Vintage 1970s Suede Coat M $44.99
2. Vintage HUGE red LETTER L plastic signage WALL HANGING $85
3. Caribbean Kitchen $29
4. Cute bunny Tuesday $32

monday is here and i'm ready for a nap:) hope you like these fun finds. everytime i think it's all been discovered 10 new shops drop into my lap.
xox, rachel

Follow the Wind....

1. LAMINATED patterned double sided paper globe ornament $10
2. Vintage Typewriter Key Pendant Necklace Charm - RARE RED BACK SPACE $31
3. Follow the Wind $20
4. Coasters - vintage inspired - for party outdoor $20
sundays make me lazy and sluggish. these 4 things put a smile on my face and brighten up my day. i want to fly away with some red and aqua balloons please....
xox, rachel

the little prints

i am SMITTEN with this new-to-me shop! you can find little bits of everything inside. here are 4 things i would like to add to my cart:)

1. adjustable olive green headband $12
2. carnival ride 5x5 $6
3. fall pillow in corduroy and plaid $26
4. vintage wooden box purse $28

head on over to the little prints shop for more goodies!

i just had some lemon cake with homemade lemon frosting that my mother-in-law made for my birthday celebration yesterday. i don't like cake nor do i like frosting BUT i LOOOVED what she made. that woman has got some skills in the kitchen. i need to request that every year!
here comes tuesday, are you ready for it?oh, here is a little panda bear cuteness on this bag now listed in my shop!
love love friends, rachel

Autumn Staples

here are a few of my vintage finds that i think could be staples for your fall wardrobe.

1. 70's Brown Ethnic Cardigan Sweater

buy it here...
perfect to wear over a t-shirt or tank! during the warm days of fall you can keep it stashed in your awesome bag with all of your other belongings for when the temperature drops in the slightly chilly evenings. what bag am i talking about? read on.....2. here's the bag from my shop on etsy! the most perfect rich cranberry wine-colored messenger that will hold ALL the things you need for a day out and about.
buy it here.....
3. who doesn't love these Vintage Leather Boots in Espresso

by JessJamesJake ?
buy them here...

4. to complete the ensemble we have super cute skinny jeans- don't you want to show off your awesome boots? really, you can find them anywhere. i like the medium-dark wash the best. new jeans are ALWAYS a staple when gearing up for fall!

hope you all are as excited for autumn as i am, hot apple cider here i come:)
keep your eyes peeled for another shop update later this week with lots of messengers and really cool stacking trunks.
xo friends,
rachel

ticking CLOCKS

yes, i DO have a Vintage alarm clock obsession. i especially love the ones from other countries. above is a photo of some of my favorites. sometimes they scare you half to death if people have been toying with them and 5 hours later the SHRILL alarm goes off! seriously, it's TERRIFYING but they are so PreTTy!!!
here are 4 clocks i am tempted to purchase right now but i am exercising restraint

1. vintage dutch alarm clock $25
2. Black Waterbury Vintage Round Art Deco Alarm Clock $35
3. Vintage Russian mechanical alarm clock Vitjaz from Soviet Union period $24
4. Vintage White Alarm Clock $20

and just for fun, here is another shot in black and white that i really LOVE the composition of.xo friends, rachel