Fabulous Finds Friday: DondaLees

Happy Friday!

Today I'm up in Portland,

but I didn't leave ya hangin'

We're going to get to know Dondi,

the owner and creator of DondaLees!

Howdy everyone! My name is Dondi and I’m the creator behind a little handmade business, called “DondaLees”. My passion is COLOR and my inspiration comes from all things Shabby Chic, whimsical, vintage and retro. Being creative is just a part of who I am, but it wasn’t until this year that I decided to take that leap of faith and start my own business. Thanks to the support of my wonderful family-my dream became a reality! I’ve learned SO much since jumping into the handmade world. Everyone has been so encouraging and inspiring! I started out by making custom adult jewelry with a western flair then I moved on to children’s jewelry and decorative frames. Lately, I’ve been working on fabric magnets, hand stamped gift tags and stationary. And in the coming days I’ll be releasing my NEW line of shabby chic/vintage adult accessories!

When I’m not holed away in my craft nook you can find me: studying the Bible, spending time with my family, herding my 8 cats (that's what we do in Texas), drinking iced chi lattes, being inspired by my favorite magazines (I love wedding magazines!), texting my sister (who’s also my best friend), walking in the pasture while wearing my rain boots (they keep the chiggers and snakes at bay!) shopping for antique treasures (Ball jars!!!), or watching a really long BBC drama (the longer the better). =)

Nice to meet y’all!

What an adorable country girl she is :)

DondaLees is filled with everything you can imagine...there really is something for everyone!

Here are a few of my favorite items

Adorable, huh?

So, head on over to DondaLees and tell her hi!

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Have a wonderful weekend!

Fabulous Find Friday: Burlap & Twine

I have to introduce you to my favorite new shop

It's vintage farmhouse chic and I'm a teensy bit obsessed.

Ashley, the owner and designer behind Burlap and Twine, hand crafted an entire rustic farmhouse wedding.

Let's just say, homegirl has some major talent.

Take a look at some of the items available in the

Burlap and Twine shop

Andddd, I'm super excited to say that I had the honor of being

the very first Etsy customer!!

Wanna know what I ordered?!

{I knew you would!}

{how great is the gift packaging?! They were so fun to open!}

These super adorable, vintage inspired, slightly antiqued, gift tags!

I love them!

Like, LOVE them!

So many different uses and I'm so excited!

And I know there's something that you'll love too, so take a visit.

Also, Ashley has a blog where she share her inspiration, DIY projects, ideas and life...and you need to check it out.

It really is a fabulous find.

Fabulous Finds {Father's Day Edition}

Ok guys, it's coming quick!

Now you have no excuse for not finding the perfect, handmade gift for all the special daddy's out there!

Here are just a few of the wonderful items I'm loving for Father's Day

These vintage shave mugs from Dirty Deeds Soaps

This vintage desk calendar from elasvintageliving

This beetle notebook {field notes for the naturalist} by racooncatcreations

A brown bow tie by quinndp88. I love how this is somehow both vitage and preppy.

This amazing leather messenger bag {actually, can I have this instead?!} by LusiousLeatherNYC

So get out there and start shopping!
Nothing says 'I love you Dad'
better than a handmade gift!

Have a Fabulous Friday!!

 

Fabulous Finds Friday

It's been weeks since I've done a proper

Fabulous Finds Friday,

so today I'm super excited to share with you some etsy shops I'm loving!

{be sure to take a peek at all of these amazing shops...they all have tons of fabulous items!}

Here are the things I'm loving this week:



These word keys from shabbymcfabby

perfect for a gift for your guests at a wedding, scrapbooking or decor in your house!

This eclectic framed chalkboard from laurellane. I absolutely LOVE the idea of jazzing up a traditional chalk board!

These vintage shabby chic candle sticks from Delightfully Shabby. I can picture these in my house now!

And this set of chippy white picture frames from Dirt Road Decor. I love how they're all similar, but not too much the same.

Be sure to check out these shops

and support handmade!

The Most Amazing Bra EVER {a fabulous find}

I'm about to share something with you that will change your life forever.

Seriously.

This could get a little personal...I mean, we're talking about bras here.

{just a heads up}

I have issues finding a well fitting, supportive bra

{and I hope I'm not alone here}

But when the easter bunny - yes, he still visits me - left me my gift this year

my life as a bra wearing woman was changed.

What did he leave me?

I'm glad you asked!

The Vanishing Back Bra

by Soma Intimates

If you're a true reality tv fan

{and by that I mean you watch any of the real housewives shows on Bravo}

then you've seen the commercial for this thing.

I'm a sucker for a good infomercial
{and apparently commercials too}
and I've been dying to try one of these bras out!

take a peeksie:

in case you were wondering, this is exactly what I look like in mine {insert sarcasm}

But really,

icky back hangover - gone!

It's soooo comfortable

and supportive

and flattering

and wonderful!

A truly fabulous find!

Go by one now!

I promise you won't be sorry!!

Thank you mom, er, easter bunny!

Fabulous Finds Friday

I suppose this should be titled

Fabulous Finds Friday - Royal Wedding Edition

because today is all about the royal wedding!

I mean really, what's more fabulous anyway?!

Don't worry, I'm not a die hard.

I didn't wake up at 1am to begin the festivities,

but I did record it and watched the parts I liked best

{while fast forwarding through the rest}

and I have to say that I think everything looked beautiful!

{especially all the guests who wore hats! Is that just common wedding wear?!}

Anyway, here are some snapshots of the big day!

The dress, by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

{gorgeous}

The ring

The kiss

 {I especially love the grumpy toddler because I can totally relate}

The getaway car

The second dress

Also by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

{and also gorgeous}

And, my personal favorite

Prince Harry



Because let's face it,

he's the better looking,

more fun, outgoing and spunky one

and that's more my style.

Hope you enjoyed the Royal Wedding!

Fabulous Finds {because it's friday}

Happy Friday!

I'm loving a really random mix of things this week

{but I suppose that's somewhat reflective of me}

Pretty sure I say this every week,

but I'm sooooo ready for spring.

Today it's pouring rain and super stormy.

I hope it's much nicer where ever you are.

Regardless, I hope you enjoy today's finds!

My Bella Baby specializes in beautiful baby products! I adore the soft minkey washies and the bella booties!

{they almost make me ready for another baby, almost}

Lollielicious Designs  has the cutest handmade felt hair accessories at amazing prices! I love the hoot hoot owl hair clip set!

belleterre offers the most luscious organic face and body products!

They use recycled packaging and donate 5% of all sales to charity!

And I adore these amazingly romantic dresses from RiverOfRomansk

Have a fab Friday!

My Newest Fab Friday Find...

I realize it's late,

but it's still Friday,

and this is my blog,

so it's ok.

{smile}

And, instead of showing you several fabulous finds,

this week, I want to focus on one super amazing fabulous find...

this etsy shop

{shameless confession}

this uber talented woman just so happens to be my mother in law...

I know, how lucky am I?!

Here are a few of my favorite pieces from her new etsy shop:

 

Sterling silver owl and tree necklace

Sterling silver custom crest necklace

Sterling silver peace on earth necklace

{love this one!}

and my personal favorite,

the monogrammed necklace that belongs to me :)

{with an I for my sweet Isaiah}

 this isn't the best picture ever,

but this necklace is so special to my heart.

It was such a wonderful, thoughtful and special gift...

I will treasure it forever.

I personally think that the the monogrammed necklace would make a wonderful push present

*take note hubby: please remember this for baby number 2*

{not that baby number 2 has even been created yet...I'm just sayin'}

So head on over to her shop

and buy one...or two, or seven.

Oh, what's that?

You'd like a chance to win one of these lovelies?

Well you're in luck,

because Darcie is hosting a giveaway over at her blog!

Head over there now for about a zillion ways to enter!

I hope you all had a fabulous Friday!

Fabulous Finds Friday

Now that the sunshine has finally decided to make it's appearance,

I can't stop thinking about shopping the Saturday market,

picnics in the park

and eating ice cream to cool down.

{ok...I'm always thinking about ice cream, but still}

Supporting local and supporting handmade is so important to me

{and hopefully, you too}
and I seem to be reminded of that even more once spring comes.

So today's fab Friday post is dedicated to some amazing local {well, local to me} talent!

Sade May's Creations

 products that are Drama Free, Cruelty Free

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{just.lovely.things}

Amazingly adorable accessories for your hair and body

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Lovefeast

Handmade leather accessories

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Applegate Valley Lavender Farm
Everything lavender

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Purdey Designs

handmade accessories including jewelry, hair pieces, and key chains

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I know...I'm in the company of some uber talented ladies, huh?!

so stop drooling

and start shopping!

Head on over to their shops, blogs, websites and facebook pages...

remember, you're supporting locally

{if you live in Southern Oregon...but heck, one out of two ain't bad!}

handmade products!

Tell 'em I sent ya!

Have a fabulous Friday!



Fabulous Finds Friday

In honor of spring break

{not that it really feels like it around here}

My fab Friday finds are items that remind me of spring!

I'm loving these table top party pennants from possiblyandperhaps

They make me want to head outside, start the BBQ and have a party!

And how yummy do these gluten free spring dazzle cake balls look?

Check out MamasGFreeCakeBalls for all of her yummy creations!

This flower parasol print by honeytree...it just screams spring showers!

This mustard mum cabochon ring by LittleMissMomma.

I adore how shabby chic and vintage this looks!

And this super sweet vintage damask shabby chic magnetic board

by ShugabeeLane.

I can picture this in my house now....

Hope you enjoyed my spring-y finds!

As soon as the hubby gets home from work

we're packing up the car and heading to Portland!

{wish us luck, 4 hours in a car with an 18  month old....iesh}

Can't wait to share some pictures from our trip!

Have a great weekend!