FRESH GEMS: OOAK Upcycled Vintage Brooches

Posted on January 30, 2015 by theclementinebox

Just listed a handful of one-of-a-kind, upcycled brooches at THE CLEMENTINE BOX on Etsy

I have discovered my artistic niche, and I am loving it! Every piece is lovingly handcrafted by me from 100% upcycled and vintage materials. Each component has been picked, collected, or thrifted by me and I include a description of each piece’s individual history on each brooch’s page.

There are many, MANY more on their way to the shop (I told you…I’m loving it!), but my computer has decided to take a mental health vaca which leaves me getting by with my trusty iPhone (GO APPLE GO!) So keep checking back at the shop, I’ll be adding more goodies as fast as I can!

I also except commissions (using your own favorites, complimentary sets, etc.) My pieces make awesome alternative boutonnières, corsages, medals and badges!

Thanks for sharing in my excitement as I begin this new chapter of The Clementine Box!

MERLOT NEEDS A HOME!

Posted on November 26, 2014 by theclementinebox

Just in case you happen to be reading this from the comfort of your home in North Carolina, my beloved ol’ lady Merlot needs a forever home.

Check out more photos and her glowing review, HERE, on her Craigslist ad!

Thanks, Shannon out!

Fun With Photoshop…

Posted on July 30, 2014 by theclementinebox

The Clementine Box (Kawaii Logo)

…Because I’m (not-so-secretly) a repressed 12-year-old girl. *squee!*

FRESHLY-PICKED: gems from the web

Posted on July 22, 2014 by theclementinebox

Freshly Picked: Gems From the Web

Majesty Tree by Joe Ryckebosch.

Colorful cacti backgrounds from Helen Dealtry at Design*Sponge.

Adorable critter bookplates from Helen Dardik on her blog.

DIY tutorial for teeny polymer clay faceted pots? Yes please.

Chocolate “Bumpy” Cake: a Michigan staple, and maybe the best thing I’ve ever tasted.

Origami Paper Bow-Ties are a thing now, people. For Realz.

DIY Donut Sunglasses. Seriously, you guys. THE CUTENESS.

The most ferocious Tiger blanket by Roxy Marj; for all the baby hipsters out there.

A dreamy Midsummer Mingle looks like my idea of heaven.

A DIY jumbo Popsicle garland. You know, ‘cuz SUMMER.

DIY Pineapple Dress! *i die*

ENJOY! xo.

Dubble the Pleasure

Posted on July 22, 2014 by theclementinebox

Sorry its been so quiet round here lately. I had an epic 30th birthday trip to visit my Twin and friends back home in L.A. (*more on this later), but have been super sick since returning home. And, lemme tell ‘ya, there is no more depressing end to an awesome vaca then spending almost a week in the hospital. BOO, SIR.

However, there’s always a silver lining, and while recovering in bed I discovered my latest obsession: DUBBLE.

Dubble is a free photo-sharing iOS app that turns standard photos into random double exposures by combining two users’ shots to create a new image out of the two. The latest version of the app also offers a $0.99 in-app purchase to allow specific dubbling capabilities with favorite users, or double-exposures from your own photos.

Here’s some favorites from my Dubble account to get your creative juices flowing…but I warn you: it’s addictive!

dubble by theclementinebox & naturevita.

dubble by theclementinebox & cumcake.

dubble by theclementinebox & casagesser.

dubble by theclementinebox & adamscott.

dubble by theclementinebox & ben.

dubble by theclementinebox & adamscott.

dubble by theclementinebox.

dubble by theclementinebox & mindythelion.

dubble by theclementinebox & chung.

dubble by theclementinebox & bobsy.

dubble by theclementinebox & bensonic.

dubble by theclementinebox & rtwang.

dubble by theclementinebox & zonakev.

L.A. Packing List

Posted on June 26, 2014 by theclementinebox

L.A. Packing List

1.) Genie by Eugenia Kim Billie Panama Hat ($88). 2.) Frockin’ on Sunshine Dress ($112; SALE). 3.) Orla Kiely Rhino Crossbody Bag ($438). 4.) Bisou Heart Sunglasses in Red ($16). 5.) UO LAX iPhone 5/5s Case ($16). 6.) DOPE One Piece Swimsuit in Black ($45). 7.) Gold Cali Heart Necklace ($27). 8.) Swedish Hasbeens ‘Haga’ in Red ($166).

Just a quick bloggetyblog before I jet out to L.A. for a week to spend my 30th Birthday (?!) with my stupidawesome Bro! Cramming as much fun in the sun as possible is tops on the list: Disneyland, the Pacific Ocean, shopping in the city, Angels games, Olvera Street, the Desert, and general shenanigans shall abound. Had to make sure I packed some versatile pieces: a favorite dress for day-to-night, comfycute shoes, and eye-catching accessories (as always).

Photos when I get back…and I’m 30. Eep.

Clementine LOVES: Khánh Hmoong

Posted on June 13, 2014 by theclementinebox

Khánh Hmoong is a Photographer from Nha Trang, Vietnam.

His photography’s dreamy depth of field, imaginative double exposures, creamy hues and grain-that-only-film-can-provide all makes for an ethereal world I want to get lost in.

For more Khánh, check out his blog or Flickr page.

Untitled by Khánh Hmoong

Yellow Vespa in the Rain by Khánh Hmoong

Paris by Khánh Hmoong

. by Khánh Hmoong

Thọ & Vân by Khánh Hmoong

Blossom with Exa by Khánh Hmoong

Tree in Bokeh by Khánh Hmoong

. by Khánh Hmoong

Hà Nội in Cosmos by Khánh Hmoong

Upside Down, Nha Trang, 52014 by Khánh Hmoong

Father’s Day Gift Guide 2014

Posted on June 5, 2014 by theclementinebox

Father’s Day Gift Guide from The Clementine Box

1.) The Rotolog Watch in Teak by Nixon ($250). 2.) CR8005-A Cruiser Portable Turntable in Green by Crosley ($80). 3.) “Mid-Century Ads” by TASCHEN ($60). 4.) Handmade Men’s Cotton Necktie in Old Glory by Handmade Classics ($47). 5.) The Poker Chip Beer Caddy by Six-N-Sticks ($28). 6.) Skateboard Stool by Jason Podlaski ($250). 7.) Monthly Measure Calendar by Sebastian Bergne ($60). 8.) Belair X 6-12 Jetsetter Medium Format Camera by Lomography ($300). 9.) Cattelan & Ferarri “I Love You” Mug at MoMa ($20). 10.) Tom Polo “Young People Today” Tea Towel at LACMA ($40). 11.) “Hell Yeah!” Print by The Hambledon (£15). 12.) Boeing 707 Wing Rib Cufflinks by Pan Am ($220). 13.) Vintage Tennis Racquet Mirror by The Tennis Shop Chicago ($65).

At a loss for what to get the Dad(s) in your life? Looking for something a little cooler than a Home Depot gift card? Perhaps one of these groovy gifts, hand-picked by me, will tickle his fancy. Ok, and maybe throw in a gift card for good measure. C’mon…for all the times he jump-started your car, killed those spiders and made the best damn tacos EVER.

Clementine LOVES: Kate Spade Saturday

Posted on June 4, 2014 by theclementinebox

1.) The Small Weekender Bag in Pencil Sketch ($160). 2.) Rectangle Scarf in Jumping Gazelles ($42; SALE.) 3.) Dot-Handle Serving Dish w/ Lid ($45). 4.) i-Slide iPhone 5 Case in Crosswalk Stripe ($28). 5.) Combo Sunnies in Spice ($50). 6.) Rope-Handle Duffel in Succulents ($110). 7.) Tall Glasses in Windowpane, Set of 4 ($30). 8.) Nixon & Kate Spade Saturday Small Time Teller in Pointed Square ($75). 9.) Seamed Dress in Color Field ($165). All items by Kate Spade Saturday, saturday.com

Ok, so I’m just gonna jump right in here with a post about my new favorite line: Kate Spade Saturday. Already a longtime fan of Kate Spade’s namesake line, Saturday is geared for a slightly younger gal (twenty-to-thirtysomethings) AND has the added bonus of being lower-priced. Say it with me: YAY! Kate Spade colors without having to live on Ramen noodles! WOOT. Plus, look at those patterns! (Succulents? SO ON POINT.) My favorite might just be that Dot-Handle Serving Dish. I can totes see myself using that as a cacti planter or jewelry dish on my vintage dresser.

freshly-picked gems, from my life to yours