Tolling Of The (School) Bell.

I remember passing by my elementary school during the summer, wondering what the next grade would be like. What will I learn? Who will my teacher be? And perhaps, most importantly, will we play kickball during recess?

"Rosemount School", from Bree, Ree.

Back To School - Teacher Finds.

Embroidered apple, from Sometimes I Swirl.

Vintage mod organizer, from Go Go Berlinette.

Vintage cat eye glasses, from I Found Gallery.

Doily coasters, from Uncommon.

The Written Word.

Vintage 1940's books, from Pink Shirts and Car Wrecks.

"Pssst..." mini notecards, from Sparrow Nest Script.

Dry erase board, from Blue Order. 

Chalkboard letters, from Hattie's House.

Electives.

French:

Gold mirror brooch, from Jennifer Loiselle.

Film History:

Vintage Paul Newman hanger, from Shaving Kit.

Advanced Mathematics:

Winged fractal print, from Bonnie Bruno Photography.

Botany:

Terrarium, from Wendiland.

Stay Sharp.

What's better than a pencil? A big pencil! And what's better than a big pencil? A coat rack shaped like a big pencil! Seriously though, what an awesome "Back To School" find.

Pencil-themed coat rack, from Old New Again.

Even Morrissey Went To School.

Engraved pencils, from The Carbon Crusader.

Art School.

Photography:

Photograph, from Irene Suchocki.

Sewing/Embroidery:

Embroidered textile canvas, from Laura Amiss.

Origami:

Paper swan, from Ruti's Roots.

Printmaking/Letterpress:

Letterpress card, from Letterpress Delicacies.

Numbers Game.

Vintage flashcard garland, from Sushipot Parts.

Upcycled flashcard notebooks, from Saratops.

Library card notebooks, from Crab Apple Design.

Vintage set of 20 flashcards, from Artful Vintage.

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.

Theme Of The Week: Back To School.

August is here and the summer is dwindling. Last-minute vacations are in the works. School supplies are stockpiled on the living room table. New outfits are being planned (and re-planned). In short, the end is near...

Art print, from Mommy Makes.

But fear not, jaded youth! All this week, we're bringing you the biggest, brightest and bestest "Back To School" finds!  It'll be so awesome, you'll be itching to get back in that classroom...we promise!

Lace Of Cakes.

No offense to the brides and grooms out there, but my favorite wedding moment is typically the eating of the cake. Chocolate is preferred, although red velvet is always a pleasant surprise. Seriously though, what type of cake wouldn't look delicious stacked atop these gorgeous lace cake plates!

Set of 3 lace cake plates, from Jeanette Zeis Ceramics.

Bloody Skulls? I Do.

A few years back, friends of ours surprised us (and other partygoers) by putting on an impromptu Halloween wedding. I'm thinking that these bloody skull lollipops would've been the perfect post-nuptial delight!

Bloody skull lollipop favors, from Vintage Confections.

Get The Word Out.

Sure, invitations via mail are the wedding standard. But we'd prefer a method that'll scream "do not miss this event!" Pretty sure, this amazing customized wedding poster will do the trick.

Customized wedding print, from Ello There.

Shop Profile: Star House.

It's wedding week, here at Featherette, and today we're looking for handmade cake toppers. Etsy sellers, Star House, who "strive to make wooden folks that are simple and super cute" are topping our shopping list...so to speak.

Custom toppers (with a pet), $180.

We adore their custom cake toppers! And we especially love that they incorporate the entire family (including pets, above) in to the mix!

Custom toppers, 2 adults, 4 children, $310.

And for all the animal lovers out there, they even have custom mascot pairs! Jody and I would opt for bunnies, but these bears are super cute!

Custom mascot pair, $150.

Cycling enthusiasts, have no fear. There's a perfect set of cake toppers for all you commuters out there too!

Custom double bike toppers (with 2 pets), $225.

Checklist For The Groom.

Something Old:

Vintage gold tone cuff links, from Gallo Grotte.

Something New:

Hand-screened groomsmen neckties, from Cyberoptix Tie Lab.

Something Borrowed:

Vintage good luck tokens, from Hooray 4 Lala.

Something Blue:

Vintage Soviet Russian Army watch, from Clockwork Universe.

Theme Of The Week: Wedding Bells.

We couldn't help but notice that a lot of folks were getting married this weekend. And that got us thinking. No, not about getting married (sorry, Mom and Dad), rather, what would a handmade wedding look like?

Could place settings be inspired by chalkboards?

Set of 50 chalkboard place cards, from Bragging Bags.

Would the bride perhaps sport a vintage wedding gown?

1950's lace wedding dress, from Dainty Rascal.

Could recycled paper substitute for rice?

"High Five" recycled embellishments, from Below Blink.

Will handmade cake banners spawn a new wedding tradition?

"Common phrases" cake banner, from Ready Go.

Might a woodland wedding theme turn a few heads?

Natural vine crown from Which Goose.

This week, we're searching for handmade (and vintage), wedding-inspired finds. So all you brides, grooms, newlyweds, honeymooners, married folks and even contemplating couples, stay tuned--this week's for you!

Colorful Friday Favorites.

Feather art, from Sky Parlor.

Custom fit bathing suit, from Pierogi Picnic.

Vintage Moscow 1980 Olympic pencils, from Soviet Vintage. 

Vintage Enamelware saucepans, from Niftic.

Vintage folding ruler, from Jet Set Vintage.

Color Study: Royal Blue.

Vintage glass bottle, from Letterhappy.

Hand cut topography card, from Crafterall.

"Stella" polymer clay figurine, from Bonjour Poupette.

Screen printed tea towel, from Helen Rawlinson.

Recycled bicycle clock, from 1 By Liz.