The first step is admittance, right?
But honestly, I think this is one addiction I don’t really want to get over. Etsy is chock full of fab vintage finds, it’s easy to search, easy to pay, and every seller I’ve come across has been totally legit and couldn’t be nicer. What’s not to love?
So let’s take a little house tour of my recent purchases, and you tell me…do I have a problem? Or more importantly, does it need to be fixed?
OFFICE:
You’ve probably seen the painting that inspired a new office scheme, by artist Erin Ashley…
LIVING ROOM:
I’ve only shared a few glimpses of this always-in-progress room, but here are a few fun pieces that I’ve picked up for it…
[ 1970s carrera marble bookends, $34 ]
[ 1970s Gucci ashtray ]
[ vintage Hawaiian 6-piece coaster set, $6 ]
POWDER ROOM:
Love this shop, she has some neat little finds…
[ vintage YSL towel, $6.50 ]
DINING ROOM:
Also picked up these groovy napkins from the same shop (not to use of course, but just because they add so much to the room)…
[ set of six 1980s napkins from Spain, $18 ]
[ 1970s Italian ice bucket, $10 ]
[ David Hicks La Fiorentina pillows, Plum Cushion ]
DAUGHTER’S ROOM:
Most of the pillows on her window seat came from various Etsy shops…
[ pink petite tiger print pillows, Blue Door Style ]
[ yellow zig zag & smile pillows, Honey Pie Design ]
[ flamingo watercolor paintings, Dimdi ]
[ Trina Turk pisces pillow, Willa Skye Home ]
BABY SHOWER DECOR:
These toy blocks came in real handy for the event, and it was a nifty gift for the momma…
[ set of 33 vintage toy blocks, $20 ]
FUTURE PURCHASES??
These I really don’t need, but that doesn’t mean I don’t want them…
[ vintage Sonneman acrylic chrome lamp, $385 ]
[ mid century credenza console, $595 ]
This whole shop is just all glam goodness…
[ Dorothy Thorpe silver rim fade highball glasses, $50 ]
[ vintage painted rattan table with mirrored top, $195 ]
[ "Draw the Line" by Leigh Viner ]
Digging this artist lately….
[ vintage large burlwood brass mirror, $285 ]
[ Milo Baughman barrel back chair, $285 ]
If only the shipping wasn’t more than the chair…boo…
So what do you think? Are you with me on this one? (And should we start a support group?)
Are you aware of the Heartsy website? It’s like Groupon for Etsy! Daily Etsy deals. I’m addicted too!
Whaa?? I will check it out! Thanks Lauren!!
Amazing finds !! I want the gucci ashtray, the ice bucket and the Erin Ashley painting is stunning !! I dont think I would have been able to pass up those finds !
xxLily
goldandgray.com
All three were so reasonable for what they are! Etsy rocks.
Oh my goodness! How could you do this to me? As if I didn’t have enough favorite Etsy Shops! You so do not have a problem, just fantastic taste and style
Thank you sooooo much for sharing!
What are your favorite shops?
I’ll have to create a list for you…or, I think you can see my shops at Etsy? My profile name is STYLIST1, Tamara Conrad, see if that works!
So did I miss something here, what shops did you find the ashtray, coasters, naps, YSL towels, ice bucket, etc. Did you post those on different blogs?
Eeeek, that gucci ashtray is “tray” chic. Love your picks. And oh how I love flamingos!
I debated on that one but had to give in. I don’t smoke but it’s just too cool.
OMG . . . no don’t stop!!! – these are all FABULOUS finds — I love everything you have found! No addiction and no problem that I can see he he he
xoxox
E
Why thank you for being so kind ;o)
Love it all and I don’t want support – I love this addiction. It’s the cupcake one that I can’t get rid of…
e (modern24seven.blogspot.com)
Well that’s debatable too…
you do have a problem and now I’m hooked too! ; ) You’ve got great taste and thanks for sharing. ahhh! Enjoy your awesome objects, Erika!
Thanks Emily! I hope we get to work together, it will be so much fun!
You have a great eye! When I’m on etsy, I get overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of stuff and then I bail, which is probably good for me but I’m jelly of all your amazing stuff.
It does take some endurance. A lot of the time my eyes are barely open scrolling through all the crap. And let me tell you, when you enter in “1970s decor” as your search term, 30% of the stuff is OWLS. I didn’t realize owls were so popular then!
where did you find your brass mushroom lamp?? Is that what you call them? It’s beautiful! Very Kelly Wearstler… Love your blog, just stumbled upon it today (and it’s already bookmarked!)
LOVE the Rikshaw Designs Elephant Pillow!!! Gave PrettyStuff(tumblr) one for her birthday just like that!
She is very talented! I love her clothing line too.
Im admiring your Erin Ashley painting again !! I was looking on her etsy page earlier and she has a really pretty yellow and grayish piece but there is just something about yours !!
xxLily
goldandgray.com
I think it’s the combo of colors – such a great palette!
not to bother you again – but do you know a good place to buy empty Hermes orange boxes? I try ebay but hardly find them!!
xoxox
E
Oh my gosh NO bother at all! I love all inquiries!
I got mine through craigslist of all places! I’ve seen some recently too, if I remember I’ll send your way…
Thanks – and YES if you see any that would be great . . .
I did a whole post lately dedicated to cushions on Etsy! Yes, I am also an addict. Btw, that pink chair n your post – WOW! I have a feeling though that shipping to NZ might be just a tad prohibitive!
I was so bummed about the shipping! And I’m only a few states away!
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