New cuff links and a gift guide for him
November 30, 2015
Trapper hat / J Crew tartan shawl / Madewell body cleanser / Drinking flask / Pendleton blanket / Opinel knive / Madewell stoneware mug / Oak Street Bootmakers | Natural Trench Boot – Footwear / Michigan State Cuff links sterling silver and by ShopOhSoAntsy / Kiriko Teal Chambray Tie / MADEWELL Shake: A New Perspective on Cocktails
Introducing men’s cuff links! I have been dreaming of introducing a men’s product into my line for years. I would get requests here and there for key chains or a necklace that was more manly but what I really wanted was a product that was specifically for men. I thought about the cuff link and did some research. Pretty quickly I realized I didn’t like the look of the manufactured backs and instead did some experimenting creating an entirely custom cuff link that had the signature OhSoANTSY look and was also entirely hand cut. After a few attempts I finally felt happy with what I had created. I made a set for Walker to wear on our wedding day and finally I get to share them with you! Just in time for Christmas also! Right now I have listing Michigan and Washington listed as well as a custom link for any state or country that I offer.
I can’t wait to see what you choose!
To celebrate I’m offering 15% off with code cufflinks15 through Wednesday!
I’m thankful for…
November 25, 2015
I sometimes think to myself I really need to make a list of all the things in my life that I appreciate in an effort to focus on the good things and let those outweigh the negative thoughts in my mind. But like many things I think throughout the day I don’t act on it. It’s nice to have a day to remind me to stop and give thanks for all I have and all I appreciate. Happy Thanksgiving! In no particular order I am thankful for…
- my family (goes without saying)
- my husband! It’s our first Thanksgiving as husband and wife
- my dad who says things like just book your trip home and I’ll drive you wherever you need to be
- my mom who is always giving me new recipes to try and giving me unsolicited medical advice
- my sister who I facetime with so we can catch up about life
- my nephew who chooses to say octopus over aunt Jessica (we’re working on it)
- my brother with his many talents including photography (he did the photos for my wedding)
- my baby niece on the way (the first niece for Walker and I)
- having the best wedding I could imagine that reflected Walker and I perfectly
- spending a whole weekend with my loved ones celebrating a life long commitment to Walker
- getting to have lunch in the Grand Hotel on our mini moon.
- honeymooning in France and Portugal
- this time of year when it’s cold and we get to cozy up inside
- gathering of friends to appreciate good food and conversation
- my handmade business and all those who support it
- cheesy tv shows with love triangles
- seasonal dark beers
- finding miniature leaves on the ground for a special art project
- having friends who you can call up to hang out last minute
- having a husband who comes up with crazy ideas for the future
- living in a city that is truly beautiful
- all the people I’ve met through my online communities
- all the friends I’ve met since moving to Seattle
- a chance that it might snow when it gets cold
- knitting and wine nights with my lady friends
- happy hours with my husband (it’s still super weird to say)
- traditions of any kind (West Coast Thanksgiving here we come!)
- I have many, many more things to be thankful for and my heart really feels full.
Have the best Thanksgiving!