My birthday fell earlier this month, and luckily my parents and grandparents believe you’re never too old for “birthday money.” I’ve been putting it to good use on the Internet in a small shopping spree these past several days and thought I’d share my goodies! First, a print from Etsy seller dkim that I’ve wanted since sometime in 2006:
Next, this beautiful umbrella from Pare Umbrella. I almost purchased a black one with a tailored case, but at the last moment I decided that I object to black umbrellas on the basis that they’re too common. Forgot all about this decision until I actually opened the umbrella box at my house today, and saw its festive green stripes!:
(Also partial to this particular model because its called “The Mani”, and I used to have a friend named Mani. Short for Manijeh. Yes, this is generally how I make decisions….)
Also, this wonderful teacup painted by Irana Douer in Argentina (and thanks to a tip-off from the always-charming Nice):
Finally, two Ebay purchases that I couldn’t resist. Stunning yellow shoes from Marcello Toshi. (With heels so high I can’t possibly walk in them, but on the plus side they were $19.99 instead of $200+.) And some vintage kimono fabric from Japan that I adore. (“Huh, Ed, what fabric buying embargo? … I … uh, … I just … uh, … I plead the Fifth.”):
i can’t wait for my cup to come! we’ll have to have a tea party haha
Oooh pretty! Thanks for telling me about this cup in my post!