Thanks.

Just wanted to take a moment to thank a few blogs who featured my work!

Paper*Cakes Finds featured my little pink blossom brooch in their Yart Sale feature. I'm so glad this lovely little blog was brought to my attention! They have so many lovely items. I will certainly be adding this one to my reader. You know I can never say no to cute woodland creatures and shabby chic vintage. Thanks for the feature!


My Sarah May Earrings were featured on a post about bridesmaid gifts at the New Mrs. this week. The New Mrs. is a blog by Jo, the artist behind the beautiful bridal accessories of La Petite Chaumiere (whom we featured last week!). Thanks for the feature and good luck with your upcoming wedding!


I was also given a spot in a lovely summery treasury called LEMONADE on etsy. Thanks for including me! It's a beautiful collection!

Lost & Fawned Giveaway Winner.

Thanks to everyone who entered! I really appreciate the feed back on my work and since you all were so wonderful, I'm extending free shipping to this week as well to my readers on all Lost & Fawned purchases within the continental US. Just put "lulubelle" in the message to sender when you purchase and I will refund you for the shipping cost.

The winner as selected by random.org is Jmee who said "My Favorite is the Locket it just calls to me. I think it would be something that I would pass on to my future children as a wedding gift." Congratulations Jmee! Please email me at lostandfawned@gmail.com to receive your gift (I will try and track you down as well).

Thanks again!

JCrew Fall 2009 Palette - Grapes & Crystal Chandeliers

I love the idea of pairing a tailored dress with shabby bouquets and drippy chandeliers. And the color of this bridesmaid dress would be so gorgeous for an outdoor vineyard wedding in September.

Photo Credit:
Top Row: Letterpress Invitations - Dolce Press , Wedding Gown - JCrew
Middle Row: Flowers - Saipua
Bottom Row: Bridesmaid Dress - JCrew, Chandeliers - Kimberlee Miller

JCrew Fall 2009 Palette - Féminin Arte Nouveau

I was so inspired by this dreamy dress I could only think of the flowing sheers of Alphonse Mucha's women. Pretty pinks and peaches paired are made autumnal by shades of concord grape. I would love to see centerpieces of pink depression glass, breezy sheer drapes and lush, organic bouquets.

Photo Credit:
Top Row: Flowers - Saipua, Bridesmaid dress - JCrew
Middle Row: Depression Glass - Calloohcallay
Bottom Row: Wedding Gown - JCrew, Painting - Alphonse Mucha

Last chance to enter the Lost & Fawned Jewelry Giveaway! Get your entries in before 12 noon est!

More from the JCrew Fall 2009 Collection

The last group I'm featuring today from the JCrew Fall 2009 Wedding Collection. I'm so looking forward to the shoot they do for these. They always pick the most gorgeous setting, flowers and accessories. I'm sure it will be inspiring, I know I've already been inspired!

Don't forget to enter the giveaway!

Don't forget to get your entries in for the Lost & Fawned Jewelry Giveaway! I've added some new pieces to my shop including felt brooches (a great gift for mothers and bridesmaids) and these lovely little Kate Earrings (I own a pair myself).

Thanks guys! Have a great weekend! I'll be back on Monday with pallets!

More from the JCrew Fall 2009 Collection

Just a few more beauties from the JCrew Fall 2009 Wedding Collection Preview. I've started working on some palettes for these dresses and I'm super excited to share them on Monday! Stay tuned for that as well as the winner of our Lost & Fawned Jewelry Giveaway! Next week is going to be fun, so stick around!

JCrew Weddings - Fall 2009 Preview

JCrew has recently released their preview of the fall 2009 weddings collection and I can't wait for the catalogue to come out. It look like the colors are going to be absolutely dreamy and delicious (as usual) and the shapes are going to be very soft and ethereal.

Today and tomorrow I'm going to feature a few more pieces and then I'm working on some palettes of my own to go with these gorgeous gowns! Stay tuned, especially if you are a fall bride in need of some inspiration. You know I have a thing for color.

Also, don't forget to enter the Lost & Fawned Jewelry Giveaway which ends on Monday! It will help me out to know what you like, and it doesn't hurt to enter! Who knows, you might win something beautiful!

Lost & Fawned Giveaway.

As promised, here it is the first Lost & Fawned giveaway! In celebration of my re-opening and soon-to-be 50th sale, I'm giving away a $20 gift certificate toward anything in my shop. This includes my custom bouquet lockets and Jill Earrings.

To enter, post here by Monday, June 8th at noon with your favorite piece from my shop and why. At that time I will randomly select a winner with random.org and announce it here that night. To get an extra entry, post about this giveaway on your blog, LJ, twitter, etc. and post another comment with the link.

In celebration of my 50th sale, I will also be giving free shipping on purchases within the US made today! Go to Lost & Fawned to see items currently for sale or to start your own customized item. Good luck everyone!

Interview with Jo of La Petite Chaumiere

As promised, here is an interview with Jo, the artist behind La Petite Chaumiere, a new and promised etsy shop.

How long have you been crafting?
Since the womb! haha...really though, I've always made some sort of crafts or artistic expression. When I was 3 I started drawing on my bedroom wall with crayons and my parents decided to just allow it so I'd have a creative outlet. I started making a scrapbook in middle school and still have the same one that is now about 200 pages long. And then on my 16th birthday my parents got me a sewing machine so my mom could teach me how to sew.
Where do you get the inspiration for your pieces?
I think pretty much anything that is from the past. Right now my favorite is Victorian era.

Why do you love working with brides?
Because that's when I get to make my most dramatic pieces! I have to tame my ideas down for everyday wear hair pieces. I love it when brides are gutsy enough to push the envelope with their wedding attire! My belief is you only get 1 day, so you might as well go all out!

Who are some of your favorite artists on etsy?
I love Bonzie of course! Also, this shop by Parsi who makes bouquets completely out of porcelain that look 100% real! There are a ton of pottery shops I love too, but there's just too many to name.

You are getting married soon, what is the overall feeling or themes of your wedding?
I think vintage and dramatic, and just a tad bit gaudy :-)


Here is the beautiful inspiration board for her own upcoming wedding. She informed me she plans on wearing the Victoria in Blue piece pictured above! Good luck with your planning Jo! I'm sure it will be beautiful!


Check out her shop and new blog for more gorgeous pieces and info. Thanks for sharing Jo!