Let Your Freak Flag Fly

Hello all!

In celebration of the 4th (aside from eating apple pie, dressing in red/white/blue and watching fireworks) we want everyone to remember what the holiday is all about: independence! And what better way to display your freedom of speech/expression, but through how you dress?

So this Independence day let your freak flag fly and dress to express who you are!

Here are some fashionistas who aren't afraid to show their creative side. I hope they inspire you as much as they inspire me:

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Get creative. Get colorful. Get cooky.

Celebrate your fashion freedom.

Happy Summer,

Angela

Vintage Valentine ♥

Yes, I'm a sucker for vintage greeting cards. (See here, and here). But I have to say, the Valentine cuties I've seen on Etsy lately are beyond adorable. Maybe even cuter than the rest because of the hearts and lovey-dovey-ness!

Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

P.s.- I apologize for the 8 day delay on posting. Last week was my birthday week, and work + play just got really, really busy. And fun. I had a phenonminal birthday. I want to share more about it but I'm going to have to save it for another post. I hope everyone's first day of February is fabulous!

xo. Traci

Handmade Holiday.

Hey there. Merry Monday! I ran out of time to post this yesterday, but here's a little looksy at the handmade gifts I made this year...beer cozies!

The morning I snapped these quick photos, the light was shining in the room in the most artsy way, teehee.

After I made cozies for my best friends, I decided the mister and I needed one too :). Then on Christmas I brought our cozies to my Aunt's to use (and kinda show off) and now my newly 21 year-old sister wants one, my mum, and one of my cousins. Woot! Everyone was talking about how much I remind them of my late grandmother. It was truly a compliment for me, because we were very very close when she was living, and she is still my biggest idol. Granny-love ♥.

I'm starting to pack up all the holiday goodies in our house...man-o-man Christmas can be messy. We left a bunch of wrapping paper on the floor so our kitties could enjoy it, and now it's alllll over the place in itty bitty pieces, because April, the terrorist, just loves to make momma clean, hahah.

On a Butter Toast note: Jasmine, my business partner, loved the cozy I made her....I think I may start making them for the shop...I'd love to get some feedback from our shoppers..
1.) good idea/bad idea?
2.) colors? men and women?
3.) how much would you pay?

Let me know!!
xo. Traci

Holiday Rush!

Hi there! Ahh, I've been a bit absent lately, haven't I? 

I've been under the weather for a few days and between recuperating and hustling to finish some handmade holiday gifts, I've barely had time for the internet, or anything else for that matter. I'm not much of a plan-ahead-er, so of course this past week has felt like quite the holiday rush. But alas, I did get to finish some handmade gifts for some of my closest friends. I can't wait to share photos, but of course I don't want to post them before the big day. 

As I've mentioned, this is my first festive holiday in quite some time. My cheery mood came a little late, so I didn't get to make a lot of the cute holiday projects I've come across recently...boohoo. This coming year, I'm going to work on holiday projects year round to be ultra prepared for next year's holiday season! I really want to send my mister's mother a 'Christmas in July' package full of handmade and retro holiday cheer. She is quite the lover of Christmas, and I know how much she would love more Holiday decor. These are a few more project ideas I've come across I want to make happen for next year.

Sources: 1 (unknown), 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

I can't wait to make next year extra special and festive with handmade lovelies!
I'll be sure to share posts about my progress, and any how-to's I come across.

I'd love to hear about your handmade holiday ideas!
xo. Traci

Candy Colored Christmas.

When it comes to cute and kitschy home decor, Danielle Thompson, of Thompson Family Life certainly knows what shes doing. I swoon over her seasonal home displays every chance I get. I love, love, love her pretty kitschy style, I literally dream about her collection of vintage decor and craft goodies at night. I highly recommend that you go check out her blog, and read through her past posts...But beware, you might get stuck for hours gazing at the goodness. She's one crafty momma, and she has certainly become an idol for me. She gives great crafting tips and how-to's all the time. What a lady.

Look at this delightful candy colored Christmas she created in her home[!!!]

Her most recent blog entry shows some pretty, lovely ways to adorn your gifts for the holidays. Check it out if you are struggling with cute gift wrapping ideas!!

I hope your Friday is delightful thusfar.

Toodaloo.

xo. Traci

all images from Thompson Family Life.

When I geek out, it gets REALLY geeky.

I picked up this really adorable house-shaped cork board while thrifting a couple weeks ago, and in my festive mood decided it would be cute to make a little Christmas scene in it. It turned into a bigger project that I expected. And in the end, I feel like a total dork for making it. But here it is, in all it's geeky glory:

It looks like a 3rd grader made it, but it was fun playing arts and crafts like a kid again.

Geek to the max. Not going to deny it.

Happy Monday.

xo. Traci

Swoon Saturday.

My Swoon List today is totally random. From quirky & off-beat, to cutesy, to retro holiday...there's a little bit of everything. Enjoy!

Quirky/Off-beat:

design lab 443.

 iota illustration.

Cutesy:

modcloth.

Retro Holiday:

(I love me some pretty linens)

Etsy sources: 1, 2.

Have a fantastic weekend!!

xo. Traci

Thrifted Thursday.

Hey there. Welcome to my Holiday edition of Thrifted Thursday!! My recent festive mood must have helped me strike gold in the vintage Christmas decor department. Last time I stopped into Goodwill, there it was, retro Holiday magic....now all mine! This photo sucks so bad (mega sorry), it was a quickie on my phone, then I never had a chance to re-take nicer images before my Butter Toast duties today.

Clockwise:

1. Vintage quilted Christmas tree, complete with bows and bells!

2. A retro 3-piece plastic (lawn?) decorations...Santa in his sleigh and two Snowmen.

3. Vintage painted glass Christmas window decoration.

4. Polka dot Christmas tree salt and pepper shakers.

5. Green plaid Holiday coasters.

6. Retro '12 days of Christmas' themed pint glasses. 

(They didn't have the full set, so I settled on 3 of my faves).

I know it's a little late in the season to start collecting holiday decor, but I couldn't help myself...I'm a vintage addict!! 

I also picked up this little guy for the shop. 

He needs to be cleaned up a bit, but how could I resist?

He's about 3 feet tall, and I want to name him....any suggestions??

Hope you're having a lovely Thursday. 

I'll be back tomorrow!!

xo. Traci

Shop and Share!!

'Tis the season to shop for a good cause!!

Butter Toast is participating in this year's Shop and Share Event!!

We will be donating 10% of our sales this coming Saturday, December 15th, to Valley Leadership's Teen Leadership Program. Check out Roosevelt Row and Facebook for more info.

I'll be back later with my Thrifted Thursday post.

Ta ta 'til then!

xo. Traci

Merry Wednesday!

If you know me, you probably know I have a huge girl crush on the lovely Zooey Deschanel. While listening to Christmas music on Pandora, this magical version of "Baby it's Cold Outside" came on...I felt it quite necessary to share!! 

	Leon Redbone/Zooey Deschanel - Baby It's Cold Outside .mp3
	Found at bee mp3 search engine

Hope you have a Very Merry Wednesday! 

I hope to be back with another post later today...but we are styling a photoshoot for our Etsy shop tonight, so we shall see :)

Toodaloo!

xo. Traci

Sources: 1, 2.

Swoon Saturday.

Happy Saturday! It is certainly a beautiful day here in downtown Phoenix! Since I've been in a pretty festive mood lately, I decided to make today's Swoon Saturday a gift-idea edition. I would love to give (or receive) any of these items I'm swooning over today. Be sure to check out the links if you fancy any of these gift ideas for yourself!

Precious little felt embroidery // Too cute.

Every lady needs pretty hair 'things'.

Retro earrings // Another lady must-have.

A friendly reminder // I could certainly use this :)

Pretty felt fawn pins // Swoon.

Organic animal stuffies // Um, yes please.

My mister needs this, it would suit him so well!

Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Have a lovely weekend!!
xo. Traci