selling: papier-mache deer head

faux taxidermy for a touch of whimsy on your decor.  handmade.

22 inches width
16 inches height
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
800 pesos

many thanks!

selling: antique-style "the healer" wooden statue (sold)

a conversation piece.

23 inches height
pick-up preferred
location is behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
900 pesos

many thanks!

selling: large zebra-style vase (sold)

organic shape.  handmade.  beautiful.  please see pictures for flaw.

15 inches width
16.5 inches height
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
500 pesos

many thanks!

selling: large wooden pear decor

large wooden pear decor.  it will look really awesome on top of your bookshelf or as a stand-alone piece.  rustic, handmade, and beautiful.  so much better in actual.

15 inches height
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
700 pesos

many thanks!

selling: abaca floor lamp by kultura filipino (sold)

abaca floor lamp by kultura filipino.  beautiful burnt orange color.  contemporary look but will blend seamlessly well with many design styles.  definitely a-must for boring spaces.  100% handmade.  bulb included.

62 inches height
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
1500 pesos

many thanks!

selling: ceramic deco balls with tray (sold)

ceramic deco balls with tray from our home.  please see pictures for flaw, removable.  this is a second-hand item.

large in size
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
800 pesos

many thanks!

selling: large wooden cake tray (deep green)

pretty and practical large wooden cake tray.  comes in gorgeous deep green shade.  you may use it to display your favorite books, artisanal candles, or collection of vases.  perfectly imperfect.

16.5 inches diameter
9.5 inches height
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
2500 pesos or best offer

many thanks!

selling: wooden bookends-slash-wall sconces

wooden bookends-slash-wall sconces.  beautiful intricate details.  corbel design.  concealed saw-tooth picture hangers at the back, so you could easily hang it on your gallery wall.  sold as a pair.

14.5 inches
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
1200 pesos

many thanks!

selling: tommy bahama oversized wooden tray

tommy bahama oversized wooden tray with sturdy iron handles.  beautiful wood grain.  minor distressing as part of design.   perfect for corralling your books, candles, or any decorative items.

17.5 inches
pick-up preferred
behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
3500 pesos or best offer

many thanks!

selling: oversized metal tray with scalloped details

up for grab is this gorgeous oversized tray in galvanized tin material.   super cute scalloped details.  perfect for moroccan or bohemian decor.  you can place it on top of cabinet as a lovely backdrop for your collections, hang it on the wall for instant magnetic board, or as a practical tray to hold your daily essentials.

21.5 inches diameter
pick-up preferred
location is behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
2850 pesos or best offer

many thanks!

is sustainable the new chic?

all famous fashionistas are wearing vintage nowadays.  incorporating a well-loved vintage piece to your outfit - whether a pair of shoes, bag, or statement jewelry - will instantly add interest to the final look.  there's a sense of surprise when you mix new with old.  french women, the master of laid-back elegance, call it je ne sais quoi.  i call it sustainable chic.

the same idea goes with home decors.  if you fill your space with mostly new things, it will start to look like a catalogue.  it can get boring when you see the same item from one blog to another.  second-hand furnishings, on the contrary, add life to a monotonous space by injecting personality, soul, and character.  thanks to trends (although i will not call them trends as they are here to stay forever) such as new bohemian and global eclecticism for giving significance to curated look.

using locally-made products is also another way to chic-ify your life.  i don't see anything stylish about a person who supports poorly made goods that take up tons and tons of non-renewable resources to create, market, and ship to another land.  or, the fact that those goods will take thousands of years to decompose.  a chic person creates rather than destroys.

the current diy movement is also a huge advantage for chic people.  diy products are mostly one-of-a-kind, so it's a surefire way for you to standout in a sea of mass-produced loving crowd.  besides, there is a certain sense of pride when you create something by yourself and with your own hands.

sustainability is not just a fad but a way of living.  achieving chic status while lessening your carbon footprint is just a plus.  so, is sustainable the new chic?  apparently it is.

decorate with baskets via ikea

photo credit: ikea
link: http://livethemma.ikea.se/inred-med-korgar/

no washing machine? no problem!

getting rid of our washing machine was (and is) the best decision i ever made.  okay, probably next to television set.  it's been 6 months now and i haven't encountered any problem at all.  in fact, it made my life even better.  going back to basic is always better.

doing laundry by hands was a lot easier than i thought.  yes, no tedious scrubbing needed.  all i really have to do is soak my laundry for at least 30 minutes (overnight for heavily soiled curtains, linens, et cetera), and let the power of laundry detergent do its work.  i discovered by accident, thanks to my laziness, that loosened dirt are easily washed off during rinsing and wringing.  i don't even have to use any "luxury" laundry detergents because they usually do more harm than good, especially on black articles and delicate materials.

i also stopped using fabric conditioners because there's really not much difference on clothes after they completely dry under the sun.  i would always choose natural over any laboratory-made synthetic scents.   furthermore, residues from fabric conditioners will only weaken the fiber of your clothes over time.  even experts suggest not to use this laundry supplement on towels as it will decrease its absorption capability.

please skip the machine drier as much as possible.  those with no backyard or living in small apartments will often do half and half.  meaning, half of the clothes will be placed in the machine drier, and then half will be hung directly on clothesline.  your clothes will last longer this way, not to mention saves you time and lowers your carbon footprint.

the best part of not owning a washing machine, in my opinion, was the freed up space in our house.  albeit just a few inches, i could now use it for whatever my heart desires.  plus, there's no need for me to conceal a huge eyesore because washing machine is just plain ugly.

selling: woven mat bags - bulk/lot (sold)

these gorgeous woven mat bags are now available for you to carry.  a ubiquitous beach staple that is now as classic as leopard print and black skinny jeans, you can dress it up or dress it down depending on your mood.  handcrafted and 100% made in the philippines.  please inbox me for further details.

many thanks!

price: 1700
location: behind sm molino, bacoor, cavite
for pickup only, sorry.
email: brandylovesvintage (at) gmail (dot) com

size: speedy 30.

size: speedy 35.

size: medium to large.

size: large to xl.

shops to inspire: maya mueble

photo credit: maya mueble
link: http://www.mayamueble.com/