Friday, February 5, 2010

February's Kitschy Kitten



Once again Kitschy Cottage is thrilled to bring you the "Kitschy Kitten" segment where we feature a blogger, Indie artist, craftnista or Etsy shop owner that we want you to know about.

This month's Kitschy Kitten is an Etsy shop called Shabby Chic Boutique. You are going to love this shop as much as we do. Looking for vintage silver flatware at a great price? LoVe Pyrex as much as us? Need a costume jewelry fix? You'll find these and more at Shabby Chic Boutique.

Grab a cup of coffee, we'll take a martini, and sit back, relax and enjoy getting to know our featured Kitschy Kitten for February.
 



Tell us about yourself -

I am a stay at home mom to two beautiful girls- a two year old and a 7 month old. I have always enjoyed thrift shopping and garage sale hunting and I love Etsy, so I decided to put the two together and open a vintage shop on Etsy.

Describe your style -

I definitely think my vintage style varies. I like retro, shabby chic and kitschy. Some of my favorite vintage items are aprons, tablecloths, teacups, dishes and Pyrex. I love pretty much anything for the kitchen.


What inspires you? -

I am inspired mostly by many other Etsy shop owners who have blogs, like yours.

What has been your biggest challenge? -

My biggest challenge has been time management. I don't really have any free time until the girls go to bed.


Last thing you bought? -

The last thing I bought was a beautiul set of 8 china dishes and a matching platter today at my Salvation Army. Today it was half off, so I only spent $6 for everything. They have a beautiful floral pattern that will be perfect for using in the spring.

Most valued possession? -

I would say that my most valued possession is my girls, but since you can't possess anyone, I will have to say my engagement ring and wedding ring. I am happy to know that I can pass them on to my girls.


Anything left on your wish list? -

As far as my wish list, I hope for two things. One, I wish for continued success for my new Etsy shop. Two, I wish success for my two little girls in whatever it is they want to do in life.

Other than Etsy, where else can we find you? -
 
You can find me on twitter: http://twitter.com/shabbychic72 or you can find me in a thrift shop hunting for my next treasure!



~ Shabby Chic Boutique ~ Etsy shop can be found here.

Retro & vintage things you'll find here:::Pyrex::Costume Jewelry::Figurines::Misc.Cute Home Decor::Vintage Fabric::Vintage Toys::Aprons::Vintage Silver ~ and Glassware.




8 comments:

  1. Really liked how nicely this feature came out...I too like "retro, shabby chic and kitschy" ...a soul sister!
    Dianne.

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  2. Hi Kirsten, I'm so glad you found me on Twitter - thanks for following me! Love your blog - look forward to learning more about you, too! I have my own website, sell on eBay and I've just started on the divine Etsy whose blog I adore! One of my favourite things about being on line is finding other like minded fabulous women! Thanks again, Cheers, Suzy aka Fabulous Frau ;)

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  3. Every time we buy something old instead of new, we are doing the planet a favor. By purchasing old items at the Salvation Army it is really a win-win. Nice post.
    Rory
    http://thegreentiquessolution.blogspot.com/

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  5. My grandma had the entire set of dishes in that white and pink pattern! I remember eating homey dishes like meatloaf and potatoes on it! Thanks for the trip down Memory Lane!!

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  6. Great interview, I learned so much. :)

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  7. Thanks for the heads up! I am in love with the shabby chic boutique as well as your site! I am bookmarking as we speak.

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