Thursday: Red basket

I love the country feel of this basket. Just think of all the uses for this basket! Find it at The Keepers House.

Tuesday: Coffee Mug

Now, this is a coffee mug! 12 oz. of java goodness will fit in this cup. And how adorable is the old fashioned typewriter? Find it at Circa Ceramics.

Monday: Personalized dishes

Oh, how my kids would love a set of real dishes like this! Beautiful design of animals with your child's name on them. Find them at Ola Design.

Thursday: Beautiful Bowls

More bowls for my bowl fetish. Oh, how I love these bowls! Find them at Shevon Gant Ceramics.

Tuesday: Fun for the Fridge!

I'm diggin' these very unique magnets. The design is a ginkgo leaf on polymer clay, painted, then distressed. Find them at Block Party Press.

Thursday: Knitware Cups

How cool are these cups? They look like a cable knit sweater. I love them. Find them and other knitware designs at alyssa ettinger design.

Tuesday: Gorgeous fabric!

OK, so I'm in awe of the fact that someone screenprints their own fabric! And it's gorgeous! I could hardly decide which print to feature but I think this riverstone design is my fave. Check it out at Kirin & Co..

Monday: Brighten up your meal...

These stylish napkins are just the thing to brighten up your meal. A gorgeous shade of turquoise linen with chocolate brown curly trees. Very spiffy! Find them at Michelle Brusegaard.

Thursday: Spotted Vases...

Beautiful color & texture make up this trio of bud vases. Would look great sitting on a mantel with this Spring's fresh flowers. Find this set at Judi Tavill Ceramics.

Wednesday: Felted wool

I'm a big fan of felted wool and this little felted bowl is such a unique idea. Has 2 pockets to hold small items and of course, the larger center of the bowl for the bigger stuff. Find it at Chelle.

Tuesday: Plate quartet...

The colors on these handmade porcelain plates really pop and I am lovin' the different textures. Find them at Stir Designs.

Tuesday: Pretty up your Compost...

Now this sure would look a lot better sitting on my counter than my ugly milk carton I use for collecting compost scraps! Great idea and unique design. Find this pottery compost crock at LakeBay Pottery.

Sunday Brunch Special: Gallimaufry Arts

1. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your indie business.
I’m 33, am married with two children, and I work part-time at a winery. I started Gallimaufry Arts to try and remain a stay-at-home mom, and still contribute to my family. I make vintage-inspired jewelry, chain maille, little books, goodies for the home and other random items.

2. Where are you located?
In a little foothill town between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe.

3. How did you come up with your business name?
I like making lots of different things--sometimes I really like making them, and sometimes I don’t. The definition of gallimaufry is a medley or hodgepodge, and in addition to liking the word, I thought it would give me space to explore different avenues.

4. Where do you sell your products?
Currently through my website, www.gallimaufryarts.com, my Etsy shop GallimaufryArts@etsy.com, purplepinkandorange.com, mybonnieandclyde.com, and soon at lepetitgarage.com. I’m hoping to get into some brick and mortar stores this year as well.

5. Do you belong to any local and/or web groups or affiliations?
The Switchboards.

6. What inspires you?
Anything old or antique, carnivals, boxes, nature, music, movies, other artists.

7. Read any good books lately?
Elephant House, it’s about Edward Gorey’s home.

8. When you’re not making things, what do you do?
Think about making things! I love spending time with my kids, taking pictures, cooking, gardening, walking, watching movies.

9. Have any marketing or business tips you’d like to share?
Just do what you love, and make your business an authentic extension of you.

10. Do you ever get stumped for ideas? How do you work through it?
All the time! I either just let myself take a break, or look for things that inspire me, and usually something will come up. The important thing is to not force it.

11. What would be your dream job?
Doing what I do now with Gallimaufry, but on a large enough scale to do it full time.

12. What’s the most difficult aspect of running your biz?
Definitely marketing! It’s like having kids—everyone tells you how hard it is, but until you’re in the middle of it, you really have no idea. It takes a huge amount of time and energy.

Ok, now these two are mandatory and I have to ask (this being a diner,
after all)

1. What is your favorite meal?
Good cheese, salami, crackers, fresh fruit, and a bottle of wine.

2. Do you prefer tea or coffee?
Wine. I mean tea!

Big Thanks to Gallimaufry Arts!!

Friday: the simple bowl

I have a thing for bowls. The simple, sleek design of the very useful bowl. These are especially lovely. Find them at alyssa ettinger design.