time is flying

The Maiglöckchen (May Bells, Lilly of the Valley) have bloomed.  That means it is almost my birthday, my Pop Up Shop is almost to an end, and the summer is near.  I love Lilly of the Valley.  They are so small, inconspicuous, very easy to miss.  I treasure their delicate form and the quick fleeting beauty.

We have some fun things planned for the next few weeks.
-There's a jewelry making workshop at my shop this weekend, two friends are leading it.
-Dominik and I are heading to a festival in Mainz called Open Ohr for the weekend, to celebrate my birthday.
-Dominik is going on a solo tour in Germany for 12 days, and won't be here for my birthday, I won't hold it against him.  It is a great opportunity. And his solo show is getting wicked!  He has a crazy one man band set up for his shows.

These things I want to treasure and appreciate while they are happening. I want to slow down time. I want to genieß it, take it in, savor it.  These times are precious and full of beauty.  I want to be thankful and very present.

Thanks for reading lovelies.

have a goose day

Anna

Olive Delights: 13.5.2013

Olive Delights is a weekly post here at Olive Green Anna where I share some of my most inspiring, delightful things from the last week.  It is a lovely time to collect inspiration and to share it with you.

Dominik says that he always expects that the description be above the photograph.  I suppose that makes sense.  So this week I'll try it the new way. 

1. I love this look. 

2. I am thrilled that overalls are coming back!!! 

3. This is a nerdy and great site. 

4. I made these rolls last week and they were really yummy! 

5. I lead a product photography workshop at my shop on Saturday.  It was a great success!  Check out my student's before and after photos. 

6.This painting inspires me to paint a bit in my garden this summer.

7. I made some earrings this week.  
Come and make some leather jewelry in my shop on Saturday.  Make sure to sign up.  There are only a few spots left. 

8.I went rock climbing (bouldering) on saturday.  I haven't gone in about 10 years so you can only imagine how sore I am.



9. I got a write up in the local paper about my Pop Up Shop it has been bringing all sorts of folks to the space. 

10. Having people come to the shop and have a great time makes me so happy!  Especially when they fall in love with something and then take it home with them, giving it a new life. 

Thanks for reading lovelies,

Anna

Pop Up Shop: Jo & Sonja

Jo and Sonja are some friends I know from Frankfurt.  They sell vintage household goods and electronics online.  I asked if they had some lamps and vases to bring and sell in my shop they brought some beautiful pieces. Check them out.  

Locals, come on over to the shop, check them out.  My shops open M-S from 17:00-20:00.

If you live far away, you can visit their shop at JoAndSonjaClassics.etsy.com

Have a great day!

Anna

Vintage Shop Owner Style: hesitant spring

 I've been feeling like spring wants to come, some days are cold others are roasting.  My plants on the windowsill are yearning to get outside. But I don't trust the weather to risk planting them outside.  If a frost comes the poor baby plants won't stand a chance.  It's also a tricky time to get dressed in the morning. It is rainy and chilly in the morning and then midday it is sunny and hot.

I'm wearing an altered silk blouse, my husband's jeans, my favorite vintage shoes, and a necklace from Glorione.  It's a nice spring outfit because it's not too hot during the day, but when it gets chilly at night I can put a cardigan on and am protected against the brisk breeze at night. I ride home on my bike in the evenings after I close up shop which is normally a bit nippy.  I'm excited about the warm summer nights.

 These shoes have almost seen the end of their days.  They are vintage and I wore them every day for about 3 years and now I can only wear them on very dry days because the soles have holes in them.  I will miss them when I finally get rid of them.

What are your dressing for spring tips?  

Anna

Birthday Wishlist

On the 27th of May I turn 27 years old...

Dominik asked me to make a birthday wishlist... So here you go hansom.

1. Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
I've heard great things about this book from friends and family. Anne Lamott's writing is hilarious and heart wrenching. Bird by Bird  has been on my reading list for some time now.
2. Swedish Hasbeens
These shoes just seem so wicked. I imagine them being the fancier version of Birkenstocks which I love.
3. this highwaisted bikini bottom
This is something that would be great to have, though it might not be too hard to make.
4. photostudio lights
I have been contemplating getting some studio lights.  They would be very practical especially for the winter months, being dependent on natural light is tough with cold dark winters in Germany.
5. Four Hour Chef by Tim Ferris
This book would be a fun and inspiring read.  It is al about learning fast and making life easier.

Swedish Hasbeens have been on a few of my wishlists and the book Bird by Bird.  hmmm.  If I don't get those for my birthday maybe I should save up for them myself and splurge...

Are any of you who don't know me personally surprised by my age?

Anna

Pop Up Shop: Glorione Designs

When the prospects of opening a pop up shop in Heidelberg were looking good I decided to invite some other creatives and makers to join me and sell their treasures in my shop along with me!  Some of my favorite locals jumped on board and have their lovely wares available in my shop.  

One of those lovelies is Julia die Nähkönigin and her brand Glorione.  She is selling jewelry and clutches made out of leather scraps in my shop. 

Locals, come on over to the shop, check them out and try them on.  My shops open M-S from 17:00-20:00.

If you live far away, you can visit her shop at Glorion.dawanda.com

Have a great day!

Anna

Vintage Shop Owner Style

 Just after my fashion show a woman asked me if I always wore vintage.  I said I wear it very often.  I would say about 70% of my closet is vintage.  My undies, shoes, socks and trousers are usually not vintage.  But I'm a bit of a vintage fan and I do style it every day, even if the only piece of vintage is my backpack.

 On shop days, which are 6 days a week now, I usually pick me out a ring or two to wear from the Adorable Jewelry Collection in the store.  There are some really fun pieces.

It feels so good to be blogging again.  I really missed it during my move into the shop and preparing for the fashion show.  I love that I have a bit more time to take photos and share them with you!

Have a goose day!

Anna

P.S.  

To check out why I love vintage, click here

Or to see other outfit posts, click here.

Or how I upcycled this dress out of an old shirt.  click here. 

Shop Window: Die Tapete, Heidelberg

Today, I'm sharing a fun new place in Heidelberg.  It is die Tapete (Wallpaper), it's a cafe in the ehemalige Feuerwache (the old fire station).  It is on the first floor of the building my shop is in and it is the main entrance into my shop.  They are open Monday-Friday from 11am to 8pm.  And saturdays when there are concerts happening.  To see events happening there "Like" it on Facebook. 

The lovely Heidi has opened this Cafe. 

 It's a great place to work and meet other creatives.  The artists and small business owners in the building come and get their coffee fix and take breaks in here.

We're planning on having a Old School Night Party here on the 25.5.  Where you can bring our favorite records, drink beer and party old school style!  So all you Vinyl and Vintage lovers,  mark your calendars. the 25th is going to be great!

Thanks for reading!

Cheers,

Anna