My apologies again for my sudden absence. I mentioned a few posts ago that I was up to a little something...that little something is my new shop.
A friend of mine and I just opened a little shop...Retropolitan. Today was our first official open day. Things weren't crazy, but they were steady. I am excited to see what lies ahead. Pictures to come soon.
The last few weeks have been crazy hectic trying to get ready. I've been painting and sanding and drilling...phew.
I wanted to share a little project I made special for our grand opening
See this freaktastic (i.e. freakin' fantastic)lamp courtesy of Anthropologie? It's gorge isn't it? Ya, um, except it's pricetag is way ug-lay. This puppy costs $198. Do you know how many In-n-Out burgers that could buy...or Cheesecake Factory Lettuce Wraps. It really puts it into perspective when I put that way huh? And, just for the record, I don't think about food twenty-four seven.
Here is my knock off version.
It cost me under $35 to make it (that includes the lamp kit, shade and all of the dishes). I absolutely luh-huv how it turned out. It was a little bit of a labor of love, but if you're willing to roll your sleeves and put in the effort you can make one too. I will be posting a full tutorial soon.
I just wanted to also remind you to enter my Halloween Giveaway...Today is the last day. The winner will be announced tomorrow.
Linking to:
shabbynest.blogspot.com
I love your knock off version of the lamp. It's fabulous and look so forward to the tutorial. A huge congratulations to you on the opening of your shop, RETROPOLITAN! I love that name. I wish you the very best of luck, and congratulate you on going for it!
ReplyDeleteWow, it's fabulous!!! Congratulations on opening up your shop!! Wishing you loads of success!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jan and Sassy Marsha. You are very sweet. I am excited to see what happens. I promise I'll post the tutorial soon. Hopefully within the next day or two.
ReplyDeleteHey Erika! Your lamp is fab-u-lous!!! It's just gorgeous. Also, a big congrats on opening your own store. Wish I could come shop there. Can't wait to see pics of the opening.
ReplyDeleteDUDE! Um...did'ya forget to mention a little somethin' someethin' in our plethora of conversations of late? Like the fact that you are now a store owner????!!!!!! I am SO excited for you, but dearie you pulled an Emily on that one. I am so proud of you, Erika. Really really proud. Please post the details, pics, and address. I will pass all the info to everyone I know. I love ya to pieces, my friend. Good job!!
ReplyDeletePottery Barn had something similar (one was a tea pot and one was all tea cups) last year. LOVED them, but so pricey! I love yours.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tutorial and for linking up to Show and Tell Saturday!!!
You are unbelievable! I love this lamp, great job!
ReplyDeleteOhhh this is fabulous! Great job!! LOOOVE that lamp!
ReplyDeleteThat is a fantastic knock off. Great job! And, the name of your shop rocks! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteErika! So exciting!!! I need to know where this store is!! I want to come see it! That is just so, so cool!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that lamp! I still want one of those clocks you made with the teacups, been thinking about that one for sometime!
ReplyDeleteI think yours turned out better than the Anthro version. Great job!
ReplyDeleteWow! So great! Congrats on the little shop...can't wait to see!
ReplyDeletePopping by from the DIY showoff :)
OMG! Congrats on opening your guys' shop! I wish you luck, and fun! ♥ the lamp too ;)
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome! I love, love, love this! I would love for you to share it on my link party going on now through Sunday! Puh-lease??? ;)
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That is so cute. Great job. I love lamp ideas.
ReplyDeleteHI there! I am your newest follower!! I found you on the weekend linky! I love finding new blogs and yours is lovely:) You can find me at www.bouffeebambini.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteLove this lamp. You are so talented. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLOVE LOVE LOVE THIS!!! I may have to attempt at some point!
ReplyDeleteLOVE! I've been dying to do this too! It's turned soooo darling! love your blog!
ReplyDeleteWay cool! Love it!
ReplyDeleteyour creation looks every bit as "freaktastic" as the anthropologie lamp! i love it! and can't wait for the tutorial! i've never made a lamp, but i'm really hoping i'll be able to follow in your footsteps
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