A month or so ago I came across these crazy seed faces on one of my favorite websites, This is Colossal.  I was intrigued.  Puzzled.  Alarmed.  These are paper pulp seed bombs in the shape of human heads. Plop the little heads onto a pot full of damp soil, wait a few days and tasty little sprouts will grow.  Right out of the tiny eye sockets.  Out of the nostrils.  They’ll pop out of the ears.   I ordered 25 for the bargain price of $7.50.

Now, I’m not in the position to report on how well these grow.  When I saw these, I knew immediately that I had to give them to a particular friend.  She appreciates a little bit of quirkiness, and is the greenest gal I know.  What better gift than degradable human head seed bombs?

Check out Kelsey Pike’s Etsy shop to see all of her interesting papercraft.

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P.S.  Now that Picnik is getting rained out, I am begrudgingly checking out other photo editing programs.  I used BeFunky today.  It’s fun, but not really suited for real editing.  I may have to face Photoshop one day soon.

During a recent visit to Columbus, I noticed a small paper sign in a not so great part of town… It read, “Columbus Architectural Salvage“.  I was very curious for a number of reasons, so later that day when I had some time to kill, I followed the signs to an unassuming building on an industrial street.

Columbus Architectural Salvage

Inside was a treasure trove.  During the next couple weeks, I’ll introduce you to some of the wonders I found.  I only hope that you are half as excited as I was.  I was really excited.

*One disclaimer:  All of my photos were shot without a flash, and with a 9 month old little one in my other arm.  I feel that my children should be exposed to beautiful things early and often.  And my husband was busy.

front room

front room, detail

latches

doorknobs

dressmakers' dummy

bodhisattva

mom and li'l d

Believe me, there is much, much more where this came from.  I can’t wait to share it with you!

It’s our lucky, lucky day.  I can’t wait to share this giveaway with you – because you get to give right along with me!    All of these lovelies (and so many more!) come from the Noonday Collection – a wonderful assortment of artisan made accessories, decor and jewelry.

Handpainted Cups - India

Oh – what’s the giveaway?  It’s a $50 Noonday gift card!  (tingly feeling!)

Glass and Paper Necklace - Uganda

Noonday is special for a whole bunch of reasons…  The style is fab, fresh and modern; authentic and global.  All the goods are fair trade, and this boutique is rooted in concern for families and children…

“Noonday provides jobs that create a pathway out of poverty for women. A stable income means a family is less likely to abandon their child and are able to sustain their families.   Noonday also gives net proceeds towards orphan care and prevention.”

Rewind Clutch (made from recycled VHS tapes!) -New Delhi

“How do I enter?” you ask.  Well, it’s SO simple!
- All you have to do is subscribe to this blog, (tell me that you did ) and then tell me what you like about Noonday in the comments below.

Star Arm Warmers - Peru

“Can I have another chance?” Of course, friends!
- Just “like” Mish Mash Make on Facebook, drop a comment, and you’ll be entered a second time. (how exciting!)

The giveaway ends Wednesday, November 22 at noon EST, so you’ve got time to tell a friend or two!  Best of luck!!!

There are some days when it’s just wrong to stay inside. You know what I mean?  We went for a walk, and saw such pretty colors… I think my creative inspiration tank was running low, and I’m so glad I slowed down to fill ‘er up!  (By the way, who can tell me what those yellow berries/ fruits are?)