Using Helvetica To Tell Time.

We love when a simple idea (along with a helping hand from the ever-reliable Helvetica) is executed to absolute minimalist perfection. The result is a typography-lover's dream come true:

Handmade clock, from Chromalab.

Even Morrissey Went To School.

Engraved pencils, from The Carbon Crusader.

Head Of The Class.

Geometric notebooks, from Present and Correct.

Chalkboard map, from Shop Dirtsa.

Notebook ponytail holders, from Tsura Li.

Reclaimed pine desk caddy, from Peg and Awl.

Favorite Vintage Find #1 - The Paymaster Check Imprinter.

Most of my Goodwill treasure hunts are fruitless. Piles upon piles of Ikea leftovers, stacks of outdated picture frames and mounds of throwaway office and computer junk typically dominate the shelves. But every once and a while, a diamond is unearthed.

Does vintage get any more beautiful than this?

Meet my diamond--the Paymaster check imprinting machine. Virtually unused, scratch-free and brilliantly aqua, this beauty instantly caught my eye. In an ecstatic and somewhat anxious state, I swooped her up in my arms and sprinted to the register. The Paymaster was mine!

Have you had a similar treasure hunting experience? What's your favorite vintage find?

The Under $25 Vintage Industrial Office Makeover.

Up first in this week's "Spring Cleaning" series is the office makeover. Give your desk a dose of vintage, industrial style--and staple, organize, file and sort your way towards uncluttered freedom.

Vintage stapler, from Refinds Vintage.

Vintage hospital tray, from French By Design.

Vintage file box, from Rolling Hills Vintage.

Vintage "toast rack" mail sorter, from Modish Vintage.

Prowl.

Upcycled desk caddy, from Peg and Awl.

Part of our week long "A Handmade Home" series. See more reclaimed home and garden goodies in Peg and Awl's Etsy shop.