i found these chalk pastels in a drawer & instantly fell in love. i like that they're previously loved and i can't wait to use them myself! we're setting up the new Red Velvet studio today...... HOORAY!
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oh my gosh you must be so excited! I know, for me, having my studio all organized and beautiful is final step in feeling like i can be productive!
oh how pretty! You really hit the treasure pot with that store! Sooo many wonderful, vintage things! How exciting! I really want to take a trip up there just to see when it opens. :-)
I love that you keep finding wonderful treasures everywhere - it must feel like being a kid in a candy store only sooo muich better. I would love to wander around your new shop, sounds like its going to be fabulous!!
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oh my gosh you must be so excited! I know, for me, having my studio all organized and beautiful is final step in feeling like i can be productive!
I know it will be lovely when you are finished!
Posted by: Gracie | August 18, 2010 at 03:50 PM
I love this photo!
Posted by: Heather Fantello | August 18, 2010 at 03:51 PM
I love the potential you see in these pretty pastels. It think it's beautiful that you've considered thier story...:)
You're a daily inspiration miss elsie cake! Congrats on your recent engagement...and on your new store!
lots of love,
molly
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Posted by: Molly | August 18, 2010 at 03:52 PM
what an amazing find!
Can't wait to hear about your studio. I'm sure it will be lovely!
Posted by: amylou | August 18, 2010 at 04:08 PM
oh how pretty! You really hit the treasure pot with that store! Sooo many wonderful, vintage things! How exciting! I really want to take a trip up there just to see when it opens. :-)
Posted by: Christine | August 18, 2010 at 04:28 PM
Chalk pastels = <3
They are one of my favorite mediums!
Posted by: Katie | August 18, 2010 at 04:28 PM
mmm...such pretty colours! it must be so cool finding all kinds of hidden treasures in your new space!
Posted by: katie | August 18, 2010 at 04:31 PM
Oooh...gorgeous colors! :) Have fun with them - I love that they have a history, it'll make using them that much more lovely!
Posted by: Michelle Clement | August 18, 2010 at 04:36 PM
that reminds me of mine. must find them. now :)!
Posted by: Fee | August 18, 2010 at 04:52 PM
so fun, I love the colors
Posted by: ryan | August 18, 2010 at 05:35 PM
So... you pretty much hit the jackpot? This crazy vintage store has turned up so MANY fun things! Congrats!
Posted by: Marjorie | August 18, 2010 at 06:09 PM
I love reading your treasure hunting/finding stories :) I am over the moon in love with your adventures in that store. Keep them coming! :)
Posted by: Annie | August 18, 2010 at 06:11 PM
ooooo so very pretty! enjoy them! :-)
Posted by: Patty S | August 18, 2010 at 06:34 PM
My own set of chalk pastels was previously owned by my dear bf and I use them way more than he did. They're lovely <3
Posted by: eLousions | August 18, 2010 at 07:04 PM
I love that you keep finding wonderful treasures everywhere - it must feel like being a kid in a candy store only sooo muich better. I would love to wander around your new shop, sounds like its going to be fabulous!!
Posted by: Dellie | August 18, 2010 at 07:29 PM
How PRETTY!! What a inspiring find!
Posted by: Whitney | August 18, 2010 at 07:47 PM
I use soft pastels for my customized Blythe dolls...it makes for GREAT dolly make-up :D
I love that picture!!
Posted by: Melly Kay | August 18, 2010 at 08:17 PM
i think it's great that youre STILL finding things!!! so cool! :))
xo.
Posted by: tiffany. | August 18, 2010 at 08:22 PM
I love LOVE LOVE working with these.
Posted by: Brianna | August 18, 2010 at 08:47 PM
i just got the chills when i read what you wrote...thinking of nothing but the sound of chalk on paper. haha! they look so pretty!
Posted by: michelle | August 18, 2010 at 10:37 PM