Rachel B. Blog

A lovely new shop to check out!

2013-04-17T07:36:00.001-07:00

Shop Lark About is a new store on etsy that has awesome pieces to add to your curiosity collections!

Flying Ointment.

2013-03-25T07:55:00.001-07:00

Yes, I said flying ointment. I am working on another recipe right now. Adding a few extra herbs... it will be pleasingly potent. Mind altering ointments have a strange reputation. Some people feel they are too dangerous to even consider. Some people really don't understand what they are used for. I have done countless hours of research to be sure the herbs I use are the right ones- for me. I respect these plants. I never abuse them. I love the process of creating recipes and then crafting the finished product. Have you used ointments like this before? I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Ritual oil...

2013-03-17T13:42:00.001-07:00

Making oils is one of my favorite things. This one smells amazing and can be used in all kinds of magic. I had to make myself some so I wouldn't start using what I have in the shop!

Boys and their hair. Moms and their sons' hair.

2013-01-14T09:19:00.000-08:00

My son Jack turned 5 in November. Usually I give him a buzz cut, but in early fall he started to refuse. At first it was because of the sound of the clippers. Then he said he liked his hair over his ears. Which, sadly, is the thing I like the least. I really like being able to see his ears and his cute jawline.
I sort of pushed the issue in a manipulative way. Like "Hey babe what if we just snip it really quick with scissors? " or "Oh but I just love your cute little ears!". He said he wanted to grow it long. I asked how long and he said, "Well not as long as Finley's hair.". Finley is his sister and her hair is past her mid back. So.... I tried to figure out why I was so opposed to him having longer hair. I've always let my three older daughters cut their hair any way they like. As a matter of fact, my 13 year old daughter Sydney has her head shaved. I never expect my daughters to live up to anyone's standard of beauty- not even my own. It is their hair and they can express themselves with it as they choose. So why was I feeling so resistant about it with my son? Was I being a hypocrite? Are my girls freer to do as they choose because they are older? (7, 10, 13) Or are they freer because they're girls? Silly mommy. Maybe it's because he's the baby and he is now forming his own opinions and requesting his own styles? Whatever my resistance, I decided to let it go. It's just hair. Who cares if he has 2 cowlicks on his crown. Who cares if his Grandma doesn't approve. Who cares if for some reason the back of his hair grows faster than the front and he seems to have a natural mullet.
I love my son. NOT his hair. We will see what he decides over time, and adore him for having a unique personality the same way his sisters do.

Sale in Feather and Moss Curiosities!

2012-11-24T18:13:00.001-08:00

Until Tuesday the 27th we are having a holiday sale! Go check it out! :)

Fall Sale in my photography shop!

2012-10-08T12:12:00.001-07:00

I'm having a fall sale in the shop. 25% off everything (including my vintage stuff).
Use the code FALLSALE at checkout!

A Curiosity Giveaway!

2012-09-03T09:32:00.000-07:00

We've been getting a lot of love on both the Tumblr and Etsy communities of late, from some really awesome followers and a large number of just outstanding treasuries. Positive word of mouth is a powerful thing, and we're extremely grateful for all your reblogs and linkbacks and treasuring. It's been amazing, really. So we thought a little celebratory giveaway was in order!

What you can win

This here miniature curiosity collection! Twelve vintage watchmaker vials containing: squirrel vertebra, baby blue parakeet feathers, coyote toe bone, red fox claw, red Mediterranean coral, crinoid fossils, black snail shell, mouse bones, moss agate chips, mink tooth, rat leg bone, and pyrite chips. The vials live in a little royal blue case. It's all very pretty, you will love it.

What you do

There are a few ways you can win this tiny cabinet of curiosities. If you're on Tumblr, you can simply follow us (if you aren't already) AND reblog the giveaway announcement post -- you can "like" it too, but we only count the reblogs!

If you have another blog elsewhere, you can create a blog post which must include the following details: 1) the photo above of the giveaway prize, 2) a link back to the giveaway listing so that others can get the relevant details, 3) your favorite Feather & Moss collection, past or present!, 4) and then please send us a link to your blog post at featherandmoss@gmail.com so we can count you!

Have more than one blog? Then you have more than one chance to win! Get the message out on, say, both Tumblr and Blogger and you'll get your name in the hat twice! (You can post as much as you want on any one blog, however, multiple posts on one individual blog will only be counted once, i.e., multiple Tumblr posts only count as one vote. You increase your odds by posting on different blogs. Make sense?)

How this is gonna go down

This is a names-in-a-hat thing; we'll draw the winner at 8am (Central Time) on Monday, September 10th and contact you immediately. We need to hear back from the winner within 24 hours with your mailing info (a re-draw will occur if not). We will announce the winner here and on Tumblr as soon as we make contact with the winner!

The giveaway is open to all our international friends, too. All ya'll can play!

Good luck, and thank you everyone for showing us your love!!

New Curiosity Cabinet

2012-08-30T11:51:00.001-07:00

The newest addition to the shop. She's a beauty.

Tumblr...

2012-08-17T12:45:00.001-07:00

If any of you are into tumblr, you can check out the one I share with my partner in crime here- Feather and Moss

Change is good....

2012-08-15T16:22:00.000-07:00

When I started this blog about five years ago, I was looking for a place to share the things I found here and there that were uplifting and fun. I was attempting to stay on the side of things that were readily accepted by my 'peers'. Now, there isn't anything at all wrong with that. However, I found that I felt the need to leave out parts of me that were... um... strange? Or a little dark. Or not always super fun happy. While I still enjoy seeking out images or products that are bright and fresh, in 'real life' I am quite a bit more earthy. And quite a bit weirder. Over the course of the next few weeks, I will be making changes to this blog. It will be reflecting more of my interests that I was afraid to share before. I realize I may lose readers in doing this, but I've come to a place in my life where I need to just do what fulfills me.

Free Shipping in my Society 6 Shop

2012-08-10T07:24:00.001-07:00

I really enjoy the artwork available on Society 6. Today I'm happy to offer you free shipping for a limited time in my shop over there. Check and see if any of your favorite artists have a promo going on too!

Vintage Deer and plates...

2012-07-30T14:58:00.000-07:00

Vintage deer! and plates and cups!

Vintage Camera Destashing

2012-07-27T10:32:00.002-07:00

I love my Agfa Click. I simply can't use all my vintage cameras. They sit, forlorn, in a box just waiting...

Alas, I must sell....

This lovely little Diana clone is super fun.

And of course the classic Brownie...

Even flashbulbs!

So if you're in the market for some awesome, well cared for vintage cameras, go have a look!

Nature!

2012-07-22T13:33:00.002-07:00

Happy Sunday!

Free shipping!

2012-07-16T10:10:00.000-07:00

For this week, there will be free shipping in my Moonflowers shop. Use code JULYFREE at checkout. Happy summer!

Happy Solstice Everyone!

2012-06-20T13:09:00.002-07:00

Midsummer, the first day of summer, the longest day, Litha, the summer solstice- whatever you choose to call it, I hope you all enjoy the day!

{photo by me}

My Babies.

2012-05-27T20:35:00.001-07:00

The top image is from this month. The bottom image is from last year in June. They grow fast. I try to remember that as the days float by.

Stuff on sale...

2012-05-22T07:35:00.000-07:00

In the Witchy Sparkles shop, you can take 40% off your purchase using the code MAYFLOWERS at checkout. :)

In the Moonflowers shop, buy two get one free! Just note which print you would like free in the notes to seller space at checkout. :)

and since you'll be on etsy shopping, you may as well check out Mireio, one of my personal faves.

Have a great day!

Creating...

2012-05-11T13:35:00.000-07:00

I know it's been a long time! But I have been busy making all kinds of things- and hunting for curiosities- and taking care of my babies- and myself. You know how it goes.
Up there is a photo a new piece that just went into the shop. I love it so much I want to keep it.

Radiant Goddess E-Course

2012-04-17T07:56:00.002-07:00

A 21-day nutrition, movement & meditation journey to revitalize your body, mind & soul! You’ll be guided by gorgeous menu plans, movement plans, spirit + inspiration projects, and meditations to guide you as you reawaken your Radiant Goddess self. This is perfect if you’re ready to be moving, meditating, eating & discovering in a joyful, spirited goddess way. Ready to feel blissed out, inspired & radiant?

More curiosities...

2012-04-03T14:54:00.002-07:00

A little collection of curiosities... without a cabinet! So you can do with them as you please.

A poem by Erma Bombeck.

2012-03-28T13:06:00.002-07:00

If I Had My Life To Live Over

The following was written by the late author Erma Bombeck
after she found out she had a fatal disease.

If I had my life to live over, I would have talked less and listened more.

I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained and the sofa faded.

I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace.

I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth.

I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed.

I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage.

I would have sat on the lawn with my children and not worried about grass stains.

I would have cried and laughed less while watching television - and more while watching life.

I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband.

I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day.

I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil or was guaranteed to last a lifetime.

Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.

When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, "Later. Now go get washed up for dinner."

There would have been more "I love you's".. More "I'm sorrys" ...

But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute... look at it and really see it ... live it...and never give it back.

Ophelia. She's Lovely.

2012-03-08T08:31:00.003-08:00

One of the latest curiosity collections in the shop. :)

Moose... they remind me of winter.

2012-01-31T09:52:00.000-08:00

Totally love this print! It's going on my wall. Go check out Wild Pulp. Some super cool art over there!

A jawbone necklace. Drilling is fun!

2012-01-27T06:35:00.000-08:00

Recently added this little beauty to the shop. So fun to make! I got to use my drill, which has been neglected for so long. I forgot how much I like working with power tools!