Author: Kelly

studio flowers: forcing winter bulbs + a sneak peek

This week’s studio flowers are just starting to grow — I picked up some paperwhite narcissus bulbs from my local nursery and started forcing them in a shallow glass vase. I love the organic, sculptural forms of bulbs growing up through pebbles and glass — I enjoy them almost as much as the flowers! They’re… Continue reading studio flowers: forcing winter bulbs + a sneak peek

how to try out a new style (without getting rid of the pieces you love)

how to try out a new style (without getting rid of the pieces you love) Want to try a new style without starting from scratch? Learn how to take what you have & make it a classy punk, casual cool, or modern classic new look! what you’ll need: a favorite wardrobe basic accessories to mix… Continue reading how to try out a new style (without getting rid of the pieces you love)

the Wisteria series, from the Mechanical Garden collection

the Wisteria series, from the Mechanical Garden collection Wraptillion’s Wisteria jewelry series is inspired by trailing clusters of Wisteria blossoms — such an incredible sight (and scent!) each spring. These modern chainmaille earrings, bracelet, and necklaces have an almost Art Deco feel, with their articulated spiky edges and striking patterns. (I feel like the fantabulous… Continue reading the Wisteria series, from the Mechanical Garden collection

the Fern series, from the Mechanical Garden collection

the Fern series, from the Mechanical Garden collection Like all the jewelry in the Mechanical Garden collection, the Fern Necklace and Fern Bracelet are modern botanical designs inspired by plants, like these sword ferns and deer ferns from my garden. (I live in the Pacific Northwest, near Seattle — perfect for growing ferns!) I love… Continue reading the Fern series, from the Mechanical Garden collection