Thrify Thursday...

A few little luxuries at great prices... because I know we've all been feeling the pinch! Here are some pretty items that won't break the bank - all of the items in this post are $16 and under!











Also, since we're speaking of thrifty - this week is the last week to get 125x125 ads on paper*cakes finds at the introductory price of $5/ week. Please email me at spikernub@hotmail.com for more information :)

Finds for Mom..

Mother's day is quickly approaching.. have you gotten a gift for your mom yet?? You still have lots of time until May 10th! Here are a few pretty items, perfect for mom.

Arete!

I recently purchased a necklace on Etsy from Arete, and it arrived yesterday! I was so blown away by it that I had to take some photos and do a little write up here about the shop!




This necklace cost me $8, which I think is a bargain for the quality! It arrived wrapped in a pretty kraft colored box, tied up with a bit of teal ribbon and twine. Beth included a little button as well. I went and ran a few errands this morning and two people even commented on it!

Here are a couple additional photos from her shop (click each to visit the item):







Beth is generously offering Paper*Cakes readers a 15% discount until the end of may - I advise you take advantage of this!! :) Just use the code "Paper*Cakes" in the notes to seller at checkout.

Heart of the Home

I seem to have a bit of a mental block when it comes decorating the heart of my home.

There are so many fun ideas, I can't seem to decide what route to follow... 

Retro, Shabby Chic, one theme or another, or just clean and simple?

here were a few kitchen items that struck my fancy,

Do they strike yours? If they do click on the image to find out more. 

~ Chelsea Ann

of ittybittybirdy

P.S.

Sarah of Retro Vertigo contacted me and in honor of this special feature she is offering 10% off ANY item in her shop up to the end of May. Just mention "PaperCakes" in your note to seller and she will refund you! 

Springy Saturday..

The sun is shining here in Charlottetown! :) In honor of the sun... here are a few springy finds. I am so into pastel colors lately, I just can't help myself!












And just for fun.. a few quick links to some more awesomeness!

Pretty Fabric Scrap Basket Tutorial

Rainbow Stairwell

Learn how to make a cute button and flower bouqet with American Crafts

Elles Studio Releases new Lines!

Macaroons anyone?

It's FLICKR Friday!! :)

1. She's HERE!!!, 2. low fat!, 3. Pretty Flower, 4. Babushkas tan-blue, 5. What A Chirpy Fella, 6. Flowering colorful bracelet, 7. Sweet Pink Lollipop Candy, 8. red resin glitter heart shaped ring, 9. Pink and white polka dot felt baby booties

It is also ETSY DAY! so please do your part to tell *everyone* you know about etsy! Post it on twitter, facebook, wear your etsy shirts, and put signs in your car windows!! Spread the word about this awesome handmade marketplace.

Perk up your home

I feel like sometimes even homes need a pick me up... especially for spring! Here are some cute items for just that purpose :)











Also don't forget to check out this Paper*Cakes curated etsy treasury!

Pretty, Frilly, and Flirty!

I am so into browsing the favorites of people or shops I love on etsy lately! :) It is a great way to find beautiful things... people's favorites are like large treasuries! If you're interested, you can follow the RSS feed of my favorites to see everything I am hearting!

Hope you enjoy today's finds!! xo