Blue Cupboard Purposeful Market

Have you met JoanMarie yet?

I became a follower of her blog after seeing her beautiful photography featured on other blogs.

 


She is a woman with a vision. 

Through months of following her blog, I have seen her take an idea and develop it into a business.

The business is Blue Cupboard.

The first product was denim towels.

JoanMarie sent me one to use and abuse.

Well, I have used it plenty.

Love it!

As for the abuse part?

I did dry off Miss Peepers who was drenched by a sudden rain storm.

Not really abuse, I guess.

 

But Miss Peepers loved it.

The newly-opened  package.

The towel is now softer and a tiny bit wrinkled after numerous washings.

Blue Cupboard is named for her grandmother's blue cupboard.

Each item in the product line proudly sports a frayed embroidered tag.





Note the excellent stitching details.

Also JoanMarie added the loop for hanging.

I was so impressed I purchased the linen pantry towels.

It was like getting a present in the mail.

Everything was beautifully wrapped.

Her tagline is Blue Cupboard Purposeful Market.

JoanMarie pays attention to the tiniest detail.

I chose three towels in pond, ciabatta and basket.

Love the colors.

These linen-blend pantry towels are smaller than the denim towels, but a generous size.





I am using them for hand-drying at the present time.

They would be great for wrapping warm bread or using as place mats.

Find JoanMarie's blog HERE .

JoanMarie Company on Etsy is found HERE .

She has new products coming soon.



I was given a denim towel, but the opinions above are freely given. JoanMarie only asked for personal feedback.


See y'all!

CLOSED FOR SUMMER!

 Use this discount code to receive 10% off your purchase at the Distressed Donna Etsy store:

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Vintage Ride - A Flora Doora

It caught my eye at the Show and Share party at Coastal Charm. 

Jane had made some new Items for her Flora Doora Etsy shop.

It is called "Vintage Ride".

You can read about it HERE. 

Vintage Ride is perfect for my front door.

Flora Doora's are lined with vinyl so water can be added for fresh flowers.

These are fake.

This makes my second Flora Doora, but not my last.

Visit Jane's Etsy shop HERE.

Thank you, Jane!

See y'all!

Use this discount code to receive 10% off your purchase at the Distressed Donna Etsy store:

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Feathered Nest Friday

Shabbilicious Friday

 

Featured At Sissie's Shabby Cottage

I was so excited to get a note from Sissie telling me she was featuring my blog today at Sissie's Shabby Cottage.

I have been following her for awhile and love her style.  Also I have fallen in love with the Jeanne D'Arc Living clothing line she carries.

A big  THANK YOU!

Be sure to visit her Etsy shop.

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  Lace trimmed covered buttons Cardigan Top with a hint of sparkle. Lon...
  

  sissiecakes

  $52.00 USD
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  Jeanne d'Arc Living Beloved Dream Nordic/romantic/Bohemian tunic w...
  

  sissiecakes

  $79.00 USD
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  Beautiful Lacy Ruffled Top in XL-1X and 2X. New from A'reve
  

  sissiecakes

  $45.00 USD
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  Jeanne d'Arc Living Beloved Dream Tunic/Dress w/embroidered cotton...
  

  sissiecakes

  $79.00 USD

Etsy sissiecakes


See y'all!  

Use this discount code to receive 10% off your purchase at the Distressed Donna Etsy store:

DISTRESSEDDONNA15

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Amazing Amanda and Her Messenger Bags

Recently I met the Amazing Amanda who has an Etsy shop (Polyester And Trash) when she purchased some vintage bowling patches from me.

I always visit my customer's shops, and I was quite taken with her messenger bags.




Here is the one I bought displayed on Miss Lizzie.




And here is the Amazing Amanda working in her studio.

I was thrilled when she gave me permission to feature her.

Amanda says, "I just finished a bag that is headed to Queensland, Australia. A woman bought it as a gift for her sister who is moving away.

 I started making these bags when I noticed that feed sacks were just hitting the dumpster at work. Since I started making messenger bags, I have operatives all over the store who save birdseed, bean and rice sacks.  The thrift stores in Michigan have been very fruitful. Evidently, I am the only person in town who hoards polyester knit and tacky ties from the 50s through the 70s.


"Here are a couple photos from the inside of my spare bedroom a.k.a. my 'studio'.

The shelf where I store all my fabric.
















"The selection of ties I keep on hand. (It's always growing.)

Above is me at the machine making a new bag.










"A local gallery contacted me earlier. They think that I can sell a few bags from their location in the oldest section of Lansing, called Old Town. I have to appear before a panel and show them my wares. I hope that when they see them in person, I'll get a spot in the gallery. I've never made something that other people like before, so this is really exciting! "



Thank you, Amanda, for allowing me to feature you and good luck with the gallery!


Now time to show off my Domino Sugar bag.

Genuine Domino sugar bag along with different polyester fabrics and a tie.

I am very picky about my messenger bags.

They have to be tough to keep up at the flea market.

And super cute and cool!

Amanda leaves the label of the vintage tie showing.

The handle is backed with green corduroy and beautifully stitched.

 I am quite sure I had dresses of both these seventies plaids!

The gusset is denim with her Polyester & Trash label.

I turned the bag inside out so you could see how well-constructed the bag is.

I am loving that generous pocket!





Recycled, repurposed, and refreshed.

Amanda's messenger bags are simply amazing.


Here are a few pics of bags currently in her shop.

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 Amanda's bags are all one of a kind.  Please go over to browse through her shop Polyester And Trash and make it a favorite.



See y'all! 

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Use this discount code to receive 10% off your purchase at the Distressed Donna Etsy store:

DISTRESSEDDONNA15

SHOP HERE! 

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