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I have a summer sale on right now over at automatism vintage — get 25% off all books using code SUMMER at checkout until August 20 2011. Pick up a cookbook, a fun read or just something for your decor — a vintage book or two combined with an interesting object is a great way to add a bit of personality to your home!

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The Geometric Thank You Card Set from Leif is just one of the exciting new arrivals at the shop! Designed by Yellow Owl Workshop, the boxed set features four different geometric prints (two of each design) made with vegetable based ink and packaged with recycled envelopes. Add some style to your day — use these to dash off a sweet thank you for the little kindnesses in your life!






Looking for a bit of urban chic this summer? The wonderful White Moth Jewelry is here to help, with a lovely offer of 20% off just for automatism readers! All you have to do is use the checkout code of Auto20 before July 30. There's loads of lovely pieces to choose from, so happy shopping!






If you've been thinking of adding a little bit of sparkle to your summer wardrobe, now is the perfect time to enter an amazing giveaway on the 100 Applegate blog! For a chance to win a $100 gift certificate from the 100 Applegate vintage jewelry shop, pop by the blog before July 10 and leave a comment on the giveway post. Good luck — and hope you'll be wearing some vintage loveliness soon!






Marisa of modulem has just launched Book Flora and Fauna, a new series of photos featuring maquettes of her book structures, or sculptures. These lovely and ethereal images of her work — all tiny fluttering books linked by delicate silver wire — would be a perfect gift for both book lovers and art lovers. So pretty. See the full series at her shop here.






Liza of the wonderful Small Equals shop has just introduced the luscious-sounding new Jasmine Grandiflorum Cologne, specially blended for Small Equals by Lunaroma Aromatic Apothecary in Burlington, Vermont. There's also an intriguing Coffee/Jasmine Elixir, which offers something a little different for fragrant summer evenings. Available for pre-ordering — though Liza does have a small stock on hand, for those who just can't wait!






Pamela of the delightful Bates Mercantile Co. now has a blog! The Mercantile Muse offers readers a peek behind the scenes of their little shop of prints, photography and vintage items — illustrated with lots of personal photos by Pam herself. Be sure to visit their shop, too, for such items as the charming little bean pot shown here!

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This week's links. Enjoy.

Sweet Paul Magazine
The summer issue of the wonderful Sweet Paul magazine is out! Loads of great recipes, crafts, garden ideas and more — all beautifully styled and photographed as always.

The Science of Social Media Timing
Wondering what's the best time of day to post a facebook or twitter update? Check out this handy chart to find out. Via etsy (on facebook!).

Leafsnap
This is brilliant. Leafsnap is a free mobile app that uses visual recognition software to help identify tree species from photographs of their leaves. A great way to learn about nature — and to finally figure out what that odd old tree in your backyard is, too.

What's Going On in That Airline Safety Video?
In an effort to get passengers to pay attention to the safety announcements, airlines are resorting to more and more elaborate (and funny) ways of getting people to watch — including nude flight attendants, puppets and Lady Gaga.

Peter O'Toole Has a Few Words for Directors

Very entertaining interview with the legendary actor Peter O'Toole.

Designing Women
Good magazine picks 25 influential women in design and illustration — meet some truly amazing and inspiring people.

Hidden Gems and Killer Stuff: A Flea Market How-To
Great tips from a flea market pro on how to find the good stuff.

Home Made Condiments
Saveur has some great recipes for making your own ketchup, mustard, mayo, hot sauces and more — kick up your barbeque and picnic repertoire with delicious additions like a spicy Guinness mustard, chimichurri and Korean dipping sauce.


(photo from the story hotel in stockholm. via room 269)

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I'm very excited to introduce you to my newest sponsor — Leif! A lovely shop offering a wonderful array of home and personal accessories by independent craftspeople, you can choose from a selection of home/living items, jewelry, stationery, candles, soaps and more — all with a colorful, modern and cheerful aesthetic. The perfect place to find something beautiful and unique for you and your home. Have a look at Leif here.

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Tina of the wonderful English Muse blog is in the process of moving to a new site very soon — can't wait to see it! In the meantime, do drop by to visit her present location — and check out her beautiful and inspiring tumblr Ms. Muse (where this image is from) too. I always find something new to read or think about every time I visit.






Izabella of Fifiduvie now has tote bags in her lovely shop! Available in two styles — the one shown above and another one that reads in the madness there is love — these cute and affordable totes would be great for trips to the farmer's market, the beach, picnics and more. The most mundane errand would definitely become extra stylish with one of these slung over your shoulder!






It's been a busy and exciting month for Liza at Small Equals — first a mention in the New York Times, and now a moving sale! Liza will be closing her tiny bricks and mortar store in Burlington Vermont within the next couple of months, but her online store will stay open — and that's where you'll find the sale! Automatism readers can get a jump start on the sale by using the discount code Spring11 at checkout. It's a great time to pick up something special, like this beautiful necklace by Saada from Mali, made of roots, glass beads from Ghana and bamboo. A real statement piece, it's perfect for adding a finishing touch to a summer dress — or a tee and jeans.






Looking to add a little shimmer to your summer wardrobe? For a limited time the lovely Lobo Luxe shop is offering $20.00 off shipping — just use coupon code LoboLuxeMay before May 31st! It's a perfect time to pick up a pretty piece or two, like the Wave Bangle and Landscape Ring by Felicity Peters shown here. And while you're visiting, take a moment to sign up for the newsletter, where you'll not only get to hear what's new at Lobo Luxe, but will be in the running to win a $50 Gift Certificate, with a winner drawn every month. Happy shopping!






It's easy to see why the charming I Love You Eye Chart from the Bates Mercantile Company has been their most popular printable yet — it's just so clever and fun. And as customers print out the image themselves, delivery is super quick — Pamela sends the files as soon as she receives the order. And if you're looking for something a little different for a special someone, customized printables are also available upon request, too. A fast way to give your home a new look!

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It's the once in a blue moon Mothers Day Sale at Lobo Luxe! Celebrating their first Mothers Day, they're sharing the love — spend over $100 and receive 10% off your purchase, spend over $200 and receive 15% off your purchase. And, international customers receive a further 10% off all purchases, as they are exempt from the Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST). The sale starts on April 28 and ends on May 8 so be quick! And don't forget — if you sign up for the Lobo Luxe Newsletter, each month you'll have a chance to win $50 to spend in the store!





Looking to add a little oomph to your wardrobe? Look no further than White Moth Jewelry, where you'll find unique modern street jewelry that's not only gorgeous but versatile too. Wear it on its own, layer it with other pieces, add it to a tee and jeans or as an edgy accessory with a little black dress — whatever you decide to do, it'll make your day a little more beautiful. Shop here.





Start your spring garden off with a bang with a Wildflower Seed Bomb! Made by VisuaLingual, an artist screen printing team in Ohio, wildflower seed bombs have been a huge hit at the Small Equals shop in Vermont for the past year. Now there's good news for online shoppers — the East Coast blend is now available at the Small Equals online store! Inside each pretty hand silkscreened pouch you'll find five seed balls packed in compost and clay — and a full list of the seeds included, too. A wonderful gift for a gardener!





Tired of all the dreary spring rain? Why not brighten up your day with a little vintage sparkle! Lovely 100 Applegate Vintage has a fun giveaway on right now — a chance to win a $50 gift certificate! Visit the shop, then leave a comment on the 1oo Applegate Vintage blog about the vintage piece you like best. Extra points for becoming a blog follower and/or for adding the shop to your etsy favorites, too! The giveaway ends midnight on April 30 2011 — good luck!





Linda of the delightful Odd and Old shop has a truly wonderful offer just for automatism readers — 10% off all orders using the coupon code COLLAGEDRAW. But even better — when you make a store purchase using this code, you're automatically entered in a draw to win the lovely original collage Get Down You Naughty Hound by Linda, a professional illustrator and artist (a value of $90.00)! The draw for the collage will be held on May 11 2011 — the winner will be notified by Linda via email. Happy shopping and good luck to you too!

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This week's links. Enjoy.

Unearthing Treasures in Paris
My idea of a perfect shopping expedition — jewelry designer Gaia Repossi gives a tour of her favorite vintage clothing shops in the City of Light. Via English Muse.

Top 10 Books on Colour
Fascinating selection by author Peter Forbes of books about colour — in fiction, art books, to science and poetry.

Yohji Yamamoto in London
Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto is currently having a retrospective of his work at the Victoria & Albert in London — follow the link for a slide show.

Dos and Don'ts of Diary Writing
Fun piece by Michael Palin of Monty Python on how to keep a diary.

Olga Kotelko: the 91-year-old Track Star
Watch this short interview with Canadian senior athlete Olga Kotelko and be inspired by her remarkable zest for life. Wonderful.

The Rise of the Personal
Katie Roiphe looks at the movement towards a more informal style of decorating in today's interiors, or "undecorating."

How Not to Handle Bad Reviews
A self-published author gets a bad review ... and it goes downhill from there. Wow.

Simple Salads
20 salads from Saveur, any of which would make a nice transition from winter eating to lighter spring fare.


(lovely photo by Morten Holtum via cherry blossom)

Osaka Loewe Shop Umeda

Osaka Loewe大阪ロエベ梅田店

The Spanish luxury goods shop Loewe has a brilliant, eye-catching sign at its Umeda store.

A short walk from Osaka Station, on the opposite side of the street from the Hilton Hotel, the deep pink sign glowed warmly on a cold March night.

On our way to an Elvis Costello concert around the corner, we were nearly tempted to pop in and check out an Amazona 28 bag.

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And what could be sweeter than a traditional confectionery in the ninth arrondissement of Paris? So pretty.


(photo by Richard Truscott for Travel + Leisure Sept 2010, via blue pool road)