Spring Deals!!

Life has been a bit rough lately. The economy is a real drag and lots of things seem to be spinning out of control. But, there is ALWAYS something to celebrate. Spring has arrived and I would like to welcome this new season with some wonderful deals for my wonderful readers. Please visit my Etsy shop www.AmericanTart.etsy.com on Tuesday March 21 for some great prices on vintage and vintage inspired accessories and clothes. I will have some lovely surprise items!!

The Wife Blog

What do you call a blog posting about another blog? A smorgasblog?? Anyway- I am so crazy about this blog called The Wife- right here on Blogspot! I can't get enough of the kind of anti-woman's lib view. But it's really not anti because it is OUR choice to be a lovely stay at home wife and mother! Ah- I can't wait for those days... are you reading this hubby-to-be? ;)

Unique Favor or Bridesmaid Gift

For the ladies perhaps?

For the strapping gents!

I plan on giving these beautiful mugs as gifts at my wedding. This could get pricey if you are having an average to larger wedding. But, if you are having a small wedding like us (50 people!) then you may want to spend a few hundred dollars to get your guests a nice gift! You may be able to find less expensive versions on websites like Etsy, Ebay or Poppytalk Handmade.

I dream of clutches!

As I am in the midst of planning my nuptials, I am coming across more beautiful things than I can possibly use in one day! Which is why I am so happy to share them with you! As you know, I live for vintage and retro fashion beauty etc... So, on my big day I plan to carry a gorgeous vintage clutch. Here are just some of the beautiful pieces I would recommend to any other bride to be with a retro or unique flair. I personally love the first two for a wedding for their un-bridey look! You can wear them anywhere and everywhere after your wedding and always be reminded of that wonderful day!

Find these first two bold beauties on Etsy made by Briana E. Fabrique a la Main!

Get this lovely lacy number on Etsy by Percy Handmade!

Find this bubblegum dream on Etsy made by Mermaid's Dream!

Succulent Centerpieces

With the new year comes new weddings. As I am planning my own (5 months to go! YAY!) I am coming across more and more unique wedding ideas I want to share with my fellow retro lovers. These beautiful plants are chic and green...literally as well as environmentally. Succulents are a wonderful centerpiece alternatives to flowers that will die within several days. These are both colorful and guests can take them home as favors! I love the subtle retro vibe too- they would look unbelievable in a Palm Springs wedding location! Find these little gems at Greenwaredesign . This etsy artist is very talented.

Cute Kitch

I found this adorable sign on Poppytalk Handmade. It is a very cool site, similar to Etsy, where sellers can post their own handmade items. There is a goldmine of lovelies like this sign from the Etsy artist Farouche.

Merry Christmas from American Tart!!