Cozy Mugs

My hands are chronically cold, especially at this time of the year.  I find myself always holding my coffee mug with both hands, so the handle is just in the way.  That is why I fell in love with this new item from Starbucks:

Look how warm and cozy that looks!  It could almost be an accessory.  As a bonus, the felt wrap is removable for easy washing, and sits in a groove on the mug so it won't slide off. 

I also thought this piece from Shiny Shack was unique, as I love textures.  Unfortunately, it is currently out of stock:

If you are more of a pattern lover, Pyrex Love has this option, which seems to only be available on eBay:

Cheers!
-Katie

Reuse Wooden Crates

One of my favorite items to hunt for are old wooden crates.  They can be advertising, apple, milk, wine...so many shapes and sizes for many potential uses.  It is also fun to find one from your area, which is evident by the printed advertisment on most of them.


You probably have guests coming for the holidays, so how can you make your guest bathroom more homey?  I use one for TP storage and the top holds lotion, room spray, and extra toiletries in my home. 

 

You can also brighten up a room by using an old box as a planter.  There are a lot of crates with colorful print, such as this old advertising box on Storybook Life:

You can also stack old cartons to create shelving, which can either reside on the wall or stack on the floor.  I like the rustic look of this wall unit created with apple crates (thanks Apartment Therapy!):

How would you use an old crate?
-Katie

Renegade Craft Fair

If you live in the SF Bay Area and have not made plans this weekend, come and support the artists at the Renegade Craft Fair.  The event is being held at the Concourse Exhibition Center in SF and is free to attend.  They are featuring handmade items from jewelry and clothing to ceramics and printed goods. There will be craft workshops and even a photobooth on site!

-Lana

Gifted Magazine

When Gifted Magazine came out, I poured over it immediately.  Ez of Creature Comforts did such an amazing job of compiling this.  It is filled with wonderful craft projects and gift suggestions.  The magazine also contains interviews with bloggers and behind the scenes features with Rifle Paper Co., mudpuppy, Clementine, and Redefine Home.  If you have not read it yet, definitely pop on over to take a look.

-Lana

Gift Tags by eatdrinkchic

I have been a huge fan of the blog eatdrinkchic for some time now and I was excited to see that Amy Moss provided free printable holiday gift tags  this year.  Aren’t these sweet?

I used her festive Holiday Mail Stripes gift tag and treat bag for gift-giving last year.  The tag and treat bag are available here  and here.  She also has other printables that coordinate with these items.

-Lana

Gingerbread

I started my holiday baking this weekend, so cookies are at the forefront of my mind.  Here some fun gingerbread related items.

This is an adorable gingerbread party invitation (look at the candy cane door!).  The template and tutorial are by ­­­One Charming Party and can be found here.

I spied these tiny gingerbread houses for your cup from the notmartha blog (found via simplesong).  Click here for the template and tutorial.

Here are some "Ninja Bread Men" cookie cutters to make holiday baking even more fun.  Available here.

-Lana

Our Etsy Shop is Open

Between our full-time jobs and the busy holiday season, we completely forgot to announce that our Etsy shop is open!  Our shop is named covetcollectiveSF (click here for the shop). We have posted some great vintage items (from accessories to decor) and have also started to stock handmade items as well. Check back often since we plan to add to our inventory frequently.  If you have any questions about an item, definitely convo us through Etsy.

-Lana