stamps

here's a little weekend inspiration. maybe it's because snail mail is all but obsolete, but i find old-fashioned stamps and stamp collections to have great graphic appeal. there's nothing better than to receive a battered manilla package or wrinkled postcard in the mail, covered with a multitude of colorful stamps. i always keep them to glue in my scrapbooks, a reminder of a rapidly fleeting way of communication.

artsy folk cat

here's a treasure i just picked up for a few dollars at housing works, one of my favorite new york city places to shop, and a great charity to booth. check out their online auctions as well, you'll find some amazing things! this little cat has already given me lots of ideas for making other stuffed animals, stay tuned...