Positively Beautiful

Just look at these amazing wall vases!
Jane Schouten (a.k.a. All The Luck in The World) made them from the old ceramic humidifiers that Dutch people hang onto radiators. So clever, don't you think?

If you feel like undertaking a new craft project, why not follow her tutorial here?

I've featured the vintage toy side of Jane's business before, and never tire of visiting her beautiful blog. Her recently opened etsy shop is equally as inspiring and colourful, offering little boxes of positivity, tins full of goodies, happy showcases and positive cabinets.

Those three magic Rs again
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!

Just what the doctor ordered for those dark winter months!

Oud Speelgoed

How I love vintage toys! My weekly trip to the local flea was a bit disappointing on Saturday so I turned to the web for some inspiration and new ideas. It's been a while since I checked out Tas-ka's site and I'm glad I did. I found some lovely, reasonably priced vintage jigsaws, games and decorative items for kids' bedrooms, well worth a look at, in addition to their beautiful fabrics, books and homewares.

Les filles is another Dutch address worth checking out if you're looking for affordable retro-inspired and vintage toys for kids.

All the luck in the world is a gorgeous site. If you've never seen Jane Schouten's beautiful mixed media artwork now's the time to do so. Jane sells a selection of handmade and recycled pieces (love her stools!) and vintage finds, including this wooden car and these colourful Fisher Price toys.

Any more ideas? I've already mentioned Old Basics, which sell some really nice old pieces of children's furniture and toy shops, etc. Does anyone have any other good addresses for vintage toys in the Netherlands?