Anniversary Sale Week 1: Minty Fresh

August 8, 2013August 5, 2013Leave a comment

If you’re looking for a flirty frock to finish out the season – don’t overlook the adorable Minty Fresh vintage dress!

This super-cute piece boasts a billowy light fabric, sweet light green hue and retro micro pleats. Great for wearing the final days of summer or for layering with boots and a pleather jacket come fall. And if you happen to snatch it up this week – you can take an additional 40% off the price by using coupon code “saleweek1” during checkout.

Also – don’t forget to enter for a chance to win a $50 Pierogi Picnic gift certificate in honor of our five year anniversary! Details can be found here.

Finds: Monochromes + Mint

March 7, 2013March 6, 20131 Comment

Perhaps it’s the recent snow dump that’s rubbing off on me – but I have been so drawn to monochromatic color schemes of late. I’ve found myself pinning and hearting things that are black, white and grey for weeks! Thank goodness spring is on the horizon – and as it nears – I’m hoping more pops of color will creep into my creative landscape.

Animal Fox original painting by Celine
Mint Green earring studs by Dariami
Insect Specimen No. 1 by Tina Tarnoff
At the Window Garden Ledge pillow cover by Linda McMaster
Large Mountain necklace by Meghann Rader
Sitting Deer statue by Mahzer & Vee

Press: Stylish Blogger Award

March 1, 2011April 30, 20112 Comments

Love love loving on Caitlin Peters over at Wanderlustings for presenting me with a Stylish Blogger Award!

So now it’s up to me to award seven other bloggers who are stirring things up while revealing seven interesting facts about me. Continue reading →

Sugar & Spice: Soaphappy! rocks Chicago

December 24, 2010June 8, 2011Leave a comment

I discovered Soaphappy! this past November when selling my Pierogi Picnic goodies in a local craft show. Desperate for a stick of natural lip balm, I promptly snatched up a stick of their ultra hydrating Vanilla blend. This one product made me an instant convert.

I now covet my stick not letting even my beloved husband snag a use.

Hanah and Nellie are the dynamic duo behind this local soap racket. Their delicious and down-to-earth products blend natural vegan ingredients with exotic spice combinations that will jazz up even the weariest Chicagoan’s winter morning ritual. With soaps like Jazz+Beet boasting ingredients like ginger, rose, beets and jasmine – it’s no wonder this fiesty pair is stirring up trouble at local craft fairs like the DIY Trunk Show.

To spice up your chilly holiday week Sprout Chicago brings you an exclusive interview with these two soap divas: