random button thoughts
So, I've had some time on my hands...
If you haven't heard... I'm taking a break.
Just a little va-ca from my shop and all the busy-ness.
During my time away, I have been mostly just puttering around, following through on some things, like going to the dentist (btw, I need to have all 4 of my wisdom teeth pulled.... sigh) and not following though on other things, like exercising... eek! *double sigh*
One thing I have done that was more enjoyable, was drop in on a few fun shops! I found this great little antique/crafty place in my mom's town. They have just about everything there... but I picked out my favorite booths right away. I should have taken photos to share, but I did grab a few goodies!
One of the things I could not resist was this gigantic jar of vintage buttons... I will be sharing them with you in my shop when it re-opens.
So, I brought them home and immediately sorted them into my big divided taco dish...
note to self: we haven't had tacos in a while...
okay, so the I gave these little babies a long bath...
Yes, I washed every single button! :0)
My hands are peeling now from getting so dried out from the soap... blech!
I just let them air dry in the sunshine...
As I was cleaning them, I was thinking to myself...
"You know, Buttons are important...if you lose one... it could ruin your whole day! Buttons are really important. Without them, clothes wouldn't work very well..."
Anyway, just a random thought...
maybe I've had too much time on my hands lately...
*laughing*
I haven't just sat still and "thunk" in a while... like Winnie the Pooh
think... think... think.... think....
Pretty buttons in jars
:0)
So, there you have it.
Oh, I'm working on my blog... do you like the new colors??
Be honest... can you read the words okay on my sidebar?? are they too light?
I would love your input!
xxoo
Analise
F A B U L O U S!!!!!!!!
You have excellent taste, Keep em coming.
Posted by: Gayle | April 07, 2008 at 06:42 AM
What a wonderful post! I enjoyed reading all about your buttons.
Also, your blog looks lovely. I had no difficulty with the colors. Great job!
Hugs,
Cookie Sunshine
Posted by: Cookie | March 31, 2008 at 12:38 PM
You have inspired me too. I have made a post of my buttons as well. Sorry that I cannot let you whether your blog is better than before or not, because it's the first time I'm around here.
Posted by: Lili M. | March 30, 2008 at 11:47 AM
hi analise!
i love your new blog look!
also, i stepped up to your button challenge & just posted on my bloggy!
happy button day!
:) mary ann xo
Posted by: mary ann | March 30, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Love, love, love your pretty buttons and pretty blog!!! Also love the challenge! Too late now but will definetly try tomorrow!
Posted by: jennifer | March 29, 2008 at 07:08 PM
I dont really have buttons but I think they are so cute! Makes sense why we all say "Cute as a button!" I found your blog through Shes Sew Pretty!!
Posted by: alicia | March 29, 2008 at 05:53 PM
Everything just looks so yummy. I remember playing in my Mama's buttons when I was little. Thanks for stirring up such good memories. Kara
Posted by: Kara Ward | March 28, 2008 at 03:55 PM
The blog looks great! (well except I was very sad to see my name disappear from the sidebar....) :0)
Posted by: Littlepinkstudio | March 28, 2008 at 01:00 PM
I love buttons, especially vintage and those are some beauties. I've washed a jar of old buttons that I inherited, too...they were very grungy...none really remarkable & a lot of white ones.
Posted by: tammyCA | March 28, 2008 at 10:36 AM
Just love the buttons. Love the colors on your blog. No trouble at all reading anything. Just save some of those buttons for me. LOL.
Hugs and Love
Posted by: Becky | March 28, 2008 at 05:52 AM
what a fabulous find!!
i love buttons too!
you are to funny, you need to come back to the dark side, tee hee.
oxoxox,
jessi
Posted by: jessi nagy | March 28, 2008 at 05:19 AM
What great buttons you bought
Alison
Posted by: Alison Gibbs | March 28, 2008 at 01:09 AM
Oh buttons! Did I tell you that I love buttons?! I never thought of washing the buttons and drying them outside. That is a great idea. Now...I need to go sort some buttons.
Posted by: Betty @ She's Sew Pretty | March 27, 2008 at 09:27 PM
So many cute buttons! You have an adorable blog. =)
Posted by: Shalom | March 27, 2008 at 04:20 PM
What a fun spring activity - washing all those gorgeous buttons! The blog looks lovely. :)
Posted by: Sarah B. | March 27, 2008 at 02:21 PM
Oh those buttons are wonderful! So glad you are enjoying some down time! Love the look of your blog! Good luck with the wisdom teeth...I too had mine out and it wasn't bad.
Posted by: Cindy (JunqueArt) | March 27, 2008 at 01:00 PM
so beautiful buttons are!!
funny how many people love something that's so fundamental in a way! I can barely find them in shops because the shop owners around here snatch them up first!
very pretty...thanks for sharing!
xo natalea
Posted by: Natalea | March 27, 2008 at 08:02 AM
Looks like a fun button find! So pink and purty!
Posted by: Sarah Keith | March 26, 2008 at 09:46 PM
What a lucky find. I love buttons also.
Your blog colors look just fine.
Posted by: Irma | March 26, 2008 at 08:36 PM
I love all of your buttons!! and your blog also look good, love the colors!! May I know where you find the pink and aqua jars? Really want to grab them in my house!!
Posted by: Freda | March 26, 2008 at 08:09 PM
i think the colors are absolutely fabulous
Posted by: lorraine | March 26, 2008 at 07:45 PM
Love the buttons...so cute...but so fresh.
Love the new look....right side is a little light for me...maybe because I am 50...those eyes have issues! Relax, think, and breathe..........
Posted by: dianaj | March 26, 2008 at 07:10 PM
Your blog looks beautiful...very easy to read. As for your buttons...I'm drooling!
Posted by: Samantha | March 26, 2008 at 05:32 PM
I just found your blog - how delightful! how did I get here? I followed a link, or a comment...not sure but so happy that I did! The color scheme grabbed me and I added you to my favorites as fast I could, lest the internet separate us! Thanks for the cleaning tips - I have a grungy box of white buttons that need some tlc! Kelley
Posted by: Kelley | March 26, 2008 at 05:23 PM
Wonderful find all those pretty buttons! And I think the blog colors look lovely!
Diana
Posted by: Diana | March 26, 2008 at 05:22 PM
Very cool buttons! Blog looks great, too-
Posted by: lisa | March 26, 2008 at 03:00 PM
ooooh what a dreamy, happy, fun post!! Some of the yummiest buttons ever!! Buttons are truly truly truly eye candy!! Can never have enough!!
Great find! Great pics!! :)
Luv ya!! Have some fun!!
xoxo Jenny
Posted by: jenny holiday | March 26, 2008 at 02:31 PM
Such pretty buttons! I too need all 4 of my wisdom teeth pulled. I'm a big baby and keep putting it off. I like the colors on your blog. I can read it just fine.
hugs, maria
Posted by: Maria R. | March 26, 2008 at 01:26 PM
Washing and sorting a big jar of buttons would kind of be my perfect day! :) You got some really pretty ones too...The blog looks great, easy to read and pretty colors!
Posted by: Suzanne Duda | March 26, 2008 at 01:26 PM