What I've Been Doing....

a Whole LOTTA drawing & custom orders:)

it's been FUN. i really missed drawing in 2010

draw draw drawwwwww

xox, rachel

Where did i go?!?

okay, so it's only been 2 days since i've posted but it feels like a WHOLE LOT longer. our internet went out on Labor Day due to these tropical storms and it's still not fixed:( my husband and i have been doing our best to keep ourselves occupied but truth be told, we love our internet and have come to the conclusion that we are FULLY ADDICTED to it.
i did finish a custom case (pictured above) for a wedding present. i like the simple font.

i also recieved my ORANGE ROBOT BANK from TrashBirdMakes and i am head over heels in LOVE with him. look how much personality he brings to my bookshelf! also, if you haven't yet entered my Giveaway from TrashBird you should REALLY get on it. click HERE

lastly, i finished up this custom order wallet for my friend Jocelyn (i call her Ace) who is the owner of FLOWERLEAF on etsy. she has been searching high and low for the perfect wallet. she finally found one and had it shipped directly to me for some sprucing up. i think the wallet itself is adorable and i hope Ace loves it to bits and pieces.
okay, my back hurts from working in starbucks all day so i'm signing out and hoping that our internet is up and running soon or else we may self-destruct!!!!
xox, rachel

new things coming to GRSG!

yesterday caroline and i had a totally AWESOME photoshoot and got many things accomplished! 9 new bags, 1 train case, and 1 antique suitcase. above is just a small taste of what's coming to the shop this week. i couldn't help but share:)

more to blog about later but i'm off to have a crafty saturday.

xox, rachel

Autumn Staples

here are a few of my vintage finds that i think could be staples for your fall wardrobe.

1. 70's Brown Ethnic Cardigan Sweater

buy it here...
perfect to wear over a t-shirt or tank! during the warm days of fall you can keep it stashed in your awesome bag with all of your other belongings for when the temperature drops in the slightly chilly evenings. what bag am i talking about? read on.....2. here's the bag from my shop on etsy! the most perfect rich cranberry wine-colored messenger that will hold ALL the things you need for a day out and about.
buy it here.....
3. who doesn't love these Vintage Leather Boots in Espresso

by JessJamesJake ?
buy them here...

4. to complete the ensemble we have super cute skinny jeans- don't you want to show off your awesome boots? really, you can find them anywhere. i like the medium-dark wash the best. new jeans are ALWAYS a staple when gearing up for fall!

hope you all are as excited for autumn as i am, hot apple cider here i come:)
keep your eyes peeled for another shop update later this week with lots of messengers and really cool stacking trunks.
xo friends,
rachel

SHANTYTOWN

we went thrifting ALL day today. got some FABULOUS stuff that you will be seeing in the shop soon but our funniest find was this album- SHANTYTOWN. if you are a fan of Christopher Guest's mockumentaries then you will clearly see the similarities of this album cover and some shots from "A Mighty Wind". The bus is headed to Shantytown!

i mean, really study these fantastic people. could they look any merrier? can you spot the 4 pieces of vintage luggage? we HAD to have it and it's only gotten funnier as the day has progressed!

this is a shot of tristan sitting amonst the coolest 3 piece set of luggage ever! i cannot wait to shoot these for the shop. threw in shanty-lovin' because we really do love them so very much.

look at the interior of the smallest case. i have no words......
tonight we are watching 2 movies and having a campfire.
hope everyone has plans for a magical weekend:)
love, rachel

Back to SKOOLERS

are you ready? it's coming...... that's right- SCHOOL! then onto AUTUMN, pumpkins, leaves changing colors, apples and cider. can you tell it's my favorite time of the year?!

the shop is getting a TOTAL makeover. it's been in desperate need for quite some time. here's a preview of what we've been working on......

some new bags, new product shots, new outfits, new feeling!

i am in love with the way this sweater shoots!
suspenders, adorable mini skirt and tights? CHECK!

a little something new..... won't be doing much of it because it's quite time consuming but i had such fun stitching her up!

the military teacher just flipped out!

thanks so much for checking out the newness. i plan on adding lots of fun new designs to the shop over the next few weeks. i am also entertaining the thought of taking more custom orders, which will require more time but will also force this brain of mine to get more artistically challenged:)

love, rachel

pink red pretty happy!

oops! i missed sunday. i was a busy kid yesterday. i was also doing some serious relaxing due to the cloudy, rainy weather. i LOVED it because this poor florida foiliage is quite desperate for the water plus it put me in just the right mood: a balance of artistic inspiration and laziness:)

i told you i would share the treasures i picked up on saturday while i was running around but the one find that takes the CAKE and is going to be used for my fall photos is this old skool vintage rugby cardigan sweater with stripes and front pockets. it was a QUARTER! and look at all that pretty luggage sitting there waiting patiently to be upcycled. love this color mix!

now, onto the goodies from the first photo. red and pink galore with SUCH cute designs i can barely stand it!

1. LOL Pillow Cover $15

2. Handmade coin purse- The Cookies $18

3. The Owls handmade coin purse $18

4. Vintage Retro Red fashion purse $15

(#2 & 3 are from the same shop because they were both so fun and i couldn't choose between them. #4 is the BEST shade of red and i would LOVE to upcycle/personalize that for myself or someone else)

lots of shooting & drawing going on in my little office
hope everyone is having a happy monday.

xo, rachel

GRSG AD + 4 things

good news: caroline & i got some great shots for new blog ads! the light was just right and i really like the feel of these photos. the above ad if the final horizontal ad. vertical one to come:)

1. Trifold Wallet Reboot $15
i am really digging robots these days
2. tiny love notes $10
i want every thing from red star ink
3. Bunny Rabbit 63 Feltidermy Large $120
anything cuter than FELTIDERMY? i think not!
4. lilliput natural vine crown $65
love this crown as well as the photo & her tattoos

this last group is 3 more shots i really liked and just thought i would share for fun.
also, any ideas for new designs you guys would like to see for fall?? i'm oh so curious and would LOVE your feedback.
love, rachel