Antique Bicycles - posted by Crafted by Lindy - Fab Finds from Etsy

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1 . The Bicycle - Burlap Pillow Slip - Jolie Marche

2. New Orleans Photography, French Quarter Bicycle Picture - Briole

3. Antique Brass Vintage Cycle Pendant Necklace with Keep Calm Charm - Candy Tiles

4. Yellow Birthday Bike - Letterpress printed greeting card - Blank inside - Steel Petal Press

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5. Antique Penny Farthing Men's Cuff Link Set - The Green Daisy

6. Antique Bicycle Keyrack - Knob Creek Metal Arts

7. Victorian Bicycle - Original Design with Antique Illustration - Giclee Print - Kitschy Kitschy Cool

8. PRINT - Antique bike BLACK LINOCUT bicycle - The Big Harumph

[Lindy lives in Alberta, Canada, with her husband, son and new baby girl. Besides blogging, she enjoys running her stationery business and creating new designs for her Etsy shop. You can read her own blog here]

Cuff links featured in My Funny Valentine gift guide!

A very nice surprise, indeed! Maybe my quirky sense of humor has some appeal.

Don't forget about Dad!

I have a number of gifts that are perfect for dads this Father's Day (June 15).

For the avid reader -- bookmarks:


typewriter bookmark
Einstein bookmark

For the sports lover -- color block sports light switch plates:

color block sports switch plates

For the smart dresser -- cufflinks:

no whining cufflinks
hardware cufflinks

It's all about me

I have a confession to make. Most of what I create is based on me and the things that I like. I've struggled with making things that I know will sell, but always come back to making the things that I'd want to buy. What I've learned is that there are people who like what I like...go figure!

My "fun" jewelry is a great example. It isn't "fine" jewelry (although I most often use sterling silver). Its bold, inexpensive jewelry that makes me smile. I love using materials that aren't necessarily findings for jewelry (steel hardware, steel wire, etc.). I love using resin. It appeals to my modern sensibilities. I'm mostly a tshirt and jeans girl so I love jewelry that can add a pop of color and interest to a simple outfit. Don't get me wrong, I do like my nicer jewelry as well...just not for everyday.

hardware cufflinks

Below are some pendants I've begun working on. The base is 1 1/2" wood rounds that I've painted. The graphics are either my own or bits and pieces recycled from magazines (they have to be good for something after we read them). The industrial quality and shape of the steel hardware pendant emphasizes its minimal design - a personal favorite. These pieces are lightweight and comfortable to wear.