Awesome Vintage: Nerd Nest

Shopping for vintage can be a fun experience.  The thrill of the hunt is half the fun for some people, but for others the idea of sifting through stores full of "other people's stuff" to find that one gem is a daunting task. So what to do?  Leave it to the experts, like the adorable duo Jake and Megan.  With a love for all things vintage, they've got some amazing finds in their Etsy store.  Check out their blog too to find out what's happening in the Nerd Nest.

Their vinyl record bookends were featured on the front page of Etsy.

Instant vintage thermos collection.

All their holiday decor is 15% off.

Totally lusting after this little beauty.  Who wants to buy it for me for Christmas?

Backyard Ink and Six Floors Up

Talk about a cute overload, this pair of shops has got adorableness down to a science.  It must run in the family (they're sisters).  Heather of Six Floors Up produces baby onesies, plushes, re-usable gift bags, and more all with sweet embroidered animals and floral designs.  BackyardINK is a husband wife team, Chris and Tina, that create their own stationary, prints, wedding invites, and other paper goods.  They try to use as many recycled materials as possible in the production of their products, and their designs are original and whimsical.

Janay A. Handmade

Janay is probably best known around Kansas City for her amazing bridal couture, but at the Honeypot Shop she presented us with all kinds of goodies that would be perfect for the holidays.  Hand made pillows, hair accessories, clutches, and jewelry were just a few of the offerings for people to shop.  Find out more about Janay and her products at Janay A. Handmade online.

Honeypot Shop featured on Shopping Scout

Some of our awesome vendors from last weekends Honeypot Shop were featured in the Shopping Scouts online column.  Melanie wrote an article "Va-Va-Va-Vintage" about finding great vintage and included Jessie from The Spice Rack as well as Bo from We Are Tribe Vintage.

A cocktail dress from We Are Tribe

Jessie Artigue, owner of The Spice Rack

Also featured in another post "Shop Local, Buy Handmade" are Nonna's Illustration and Design, Shi Shi Brand, Polka Stripe Studio, and Scarlett Garnet:

 Hooray for these awesome ladies and their cool indie businesses!  And a big thanks to Melanie for attending and doing the write-up.  

emmy-ray

Hello one and all.  Not only am I the author of this lovely blog, but I will also be selling my wares at the Honeypot Shop on Saturday.  My business name is emmy-ray and I create hand made jewelry, using new and vintage pieces.  Some of the work is fabricated from scratch, and to make some if it I utilize found objects and other media.  No matter what my jewelry design is always feminine, whimsical, and quirky.

Ruff House Art

Letterpress has become such a hot trend in the past few years, and Jill of Ruff House Art creates beautiful stationary, calendars, and other fun items like coasters with this classic medium.  Her eye for design helps her to come up with unique pieces that are sure to please the people on your holiday list.  Plus how could you resist her beautiful up-cycled bathtub couches?  That's right, you have to see them to believe them.  So come see Jill at the Honeypot Shop this Saturday.

My Sweet Potatoes

Plushes, and onesies, and coffee sleeves, oh my!  Aunalise of My Sweet Potatoes has something for everyone on your gift list.  One look at her Etsy shop and you can't help but fall in love with all the cuteness that abounds.  She'll be selling her creations at the Holiday Honeypot Shop, and will even be set up to customize an order for you right on the spot.

Asia Garrett-Nuss: Alpaca yarn and fleece

We were so delighted when Asia contacted us about selling her alpaca yarn and fleece at the Honeypot Shop.  Not only are they handmade, and locally created, but she offers a unique product that you don't see everyday.  Here's how she describes her work:


"Deliciously soft, lightweight, and warm. All-natural alpaca yarn and fleece straight from my family's farm in Kansas. The yarn is free of dye and synthetic materials. I am very proud to offer high quality, naturally beautiful yarn and fleece from my family's alpacas. The alpacas are sheared once a year and the fleece is taken to a local fiber mill to be spun into yarn. "


Come see Asia's array of beautiful products at the Honeypot Shop on Saturday.  It's the perfect way to get inspired to create some fun DIY holiday gifts.  

For Strange Women

"The strange concepts, high quality ingredients, and eco-friendly packaging make For Strange Women a one of a kind experience."  Jill uses 100% natural ingredients to create her perfumes, lip balms, bath salts, candles, and more.  Scented with essential oils, and delightfully packaged, each of her products is a delight for much more than one of your senses.  Come smell, see, and touch at the Holiday Honeypot Shop.

Nonna's Illustration and Design

One visit to Shawna's Etsy store and your sure to go into cute overload.  With tons of different items all covered in her own signature illustrations and designs, your sure to find the perfect gift for more than one person on your Christmas list.  Some of our favorites include her "Oh My Deery" print and her pin back buttons with all kinds of creatures.  Come check out her wares December 4th.

Recrudescence

Offering unique pieces of sculpture you can wear as jewelry, Andrea creates beautiful work out of components both vintage and new.  Her pieces are one of a kind, and include necklaces, bracelets, earrings, hair accessories, and more.  Her work would make the perfect addition to any jewelry enthusiasts collection, so check them out online and come see them in person December 4th at the Holiday Honeypot Shop.