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When I discovered Littleput Books, I expected to find some cool handmade journals, maybe some photo albums and little book party favors, but I did not expect to run into a gorgeous collection of pendant necklaces, made from fine papers over scrabble tiles, hanging from delicate organza ribbons with coordinating slide top tins to keep them safe in. But, what you least expect can often be the best surprise! Take a look for yourself!
Wowee wowee zowee! I couldn't believe, nay, still cannot believe the incredible response to the July giveaway- I think the contest worked! A whole 719 comments worth! I've never imagined seeing that many comments on my blog at all, especially on one post! I'm glad you all were enthused and enjoyed looking around at all the sites (there's some good stuff, hmm??) T
hank you to everyone who entered but a winner had to be chosen. So, picked randomly from the list of the many many commenters is....... April from Menlo Park, CA! Yay! Congrats April! I noticed that she looked at many sites and left multiple comments which upped her odds of winning and see, it paid off! She's taking home all the lovely things over there <---- I will surely do this again next month, letting you scavenge your way around the sites to find cool goodies, so stay tuned for the August giveaway- next month, the winner could be you!
I don't usually write about things you can't buy, but miss Rain Harris, the genius behind Lusterbunny (a longtime Modish favorite and Modishoppe consignor!), is also, I've come to learn, an incredible large scale artist and I wanted to share with you! Take a peek at her piece, Americana, a 60 foot long installation made from wood paneling that has been carved and inlaid with paint, with floating cutouts mounted on Plexiglas rods to create a sort of 3-D wallpaper. 
You can view it in person at the Wexner Center in Ohio where it will be up until August 12th. Congrats Rain, on the beautiful piece!
Looking for some luscious smelling, yummy tasting, lip moisturizer to get you through a long gossip talking day? Look no further than Frost Fish Cove Soaps! 
Made from a blend of natural oils, shea and cocoa butter, beeswax, lanolin and vitamin E, these lip balms are not only yummy, they're nourishing as well! Plus, they contain absolutely NO artificial sweeteners- they're naturally delicious! I received the strawberry cream scent and it smells so good, I find myself reapplying it all day long just for a little aromatherapy pick me up! Find your favorite scent, along with lots of other delectable products, at Frost Fish Cove Soaps!
Perfect for an unused kitchen outlet, to light the way through a long hallway or keep on for a late nighter returning home, check out this very cute, very unique little bird night light by Summer Salt Design! 
To me, it's even more great without the light on, but the fact that it can become a useful tool, not just a cute dose of housewarming-ness, just adds to its wonder! It features an adorable little needle felted bird singing you into the day and I love the little clothesline of cute fabric in the background. Find it only at Summer Salt Design along with more unique gifts!
Kiona from Lucky Accessories wanted to let all of you know that she's having a HUGE sale! Get 40% off anything on the site by using the code MODISHSUMMER at checkout! 40% off, woah! You'll also get a free set of gift tags with your order! Check out Lucky Accessories for super cool pendants made from vintage wallpaper, like these below, and lots of other great stuff!
I know, I know...it's a little late. But I've been realllllly busy, I have an excuse! Still, it's high time to bring you my June/July Sampler faves! And speaking of the Sampler, have you heard they moved to San Francisco? And have you heard they joined forces with the all-mighty Etsy? And have you heard that they are really a "they" now as Marie hired some help, finally! Yes, it's true, it's all true and sure to make the Sampler only get better from here on out. BUT, there is one small hitch. They can only really get better if they have lots of people to contribute samples! I'm planning on even contributing some myself in a couple months for my shoppe, and I've done it before- it's fun, easy, makes you feel really organized, PLUS you get a free sampler that month just for participating! Bonus! You could score goodies like this for yourself:
I received a cute etched glass shot glass from Bread and Badger! It has a little bomb etched on it- it's, yeah, it's the bomb! Or is that, da bomb? Regardless, it's cute, and they also make wonderful little etched glass pins and magnets, vases and more!
I also got a really cute button set from re-conceived! They're one-of-a-kind, made from old books, magazines and vintage ephemera. Mine have the cutest little Japanese drawings on them- so fun!
Also got some yummy smelling, soy based, vegetarian and eco-friendly soap by Botanical Earth! It's made from lavender and a bunch of organic oils...yum. And it doesn't dry out your skin!
And I got a really cool magnet from Little Evelyn made from a real record! It's neato, especially in this vinyl-ridden house I live in (vinyl-ridden in a good way, of course!) There's lots of recycled records getting new life in great ways on the site!
Well that's it for June/July- help make the next Sampler even better by contributing! Then hey, who knows, I may receive your sample and choose it as a favorite to write about, right here! :)
As a way to say thank you for the wonderful, incredible, nay, MIND BLOWING response to the July giveaway, I bring you these lovely little card sets from Turtle Papers. From thank you notes, to everyday notes to those that can accompany your thoughtful handmade gift, these sets come with 6 cards and corresponding envelopes and are perfect to keep handy for when time is right. 
Oh, if I could send all the contest entrants one of these pretty thank you cards, I would. Instead, I'll just send one of you a humongous prize package full of goodies! Hah! Well good luck again in the giveaway- just a reminder, all entries must be in by tonight at 11:59pm (pst) to count! In the meantime, go check out Turtle Papers for some paper inspiration!
I just added some new pretty earrings by Lisa Solomon at Underdog Ink to the shoppe:
And, some adoorrrable flour sack tea towels by DeLuce Design, hand embroidered with owls!
Check em out! Shipping is free, to anywhere, by using code "modish" at checkout!
Oh Maki Squarepatch, how do I love you? Let me count the ways: 1. You make cute stuff, darn tootin! And so much of it! How do you have time to make such a wide array of greatness? 2. All the stuff you make is made from recycled materials. That's awesome! You can really make goods that are that cute just from scrap fabric and a little ingenuity? I applaud you! 3. Your shop is named after your cat. You had me at hello, Maki Squarepatch. You had me at hello. 4. You're based in Singapore. That seems to be the hotbed of some wonderful new up and coming designers that I've discovered recently- go Singapore, go! 5. Everything you make is unique and one-of-a-kind making it all the more special!
Take these little zip pouches for instance: 
Or these incredibly adorable bags and purses:
And some friendly things that will help make your house a home:
There's also vintage clothing, original art, vintage jewelry and accessories and even eco-friendly tips on the front page! Maki Squarepatch, you have won over my heart indeed!
