Vintage Junkie + Book Lover

this past weekend was a busy blast. friday was spent prepping for Pop Shop Houston and in turn throwing out my back. yes, my back at the age of 22. such a pain but ive learned that being a maker involves getting hurt and pushing through – no matter what. Pop Shop Houston is a 2 day indie craft fair that features over 40+ houston makers from art, jewelry, leather goods, vintage treasures, food trucks + more. we were thankful + so excited to be apart of this great event with such a welcoming community. after the show, my twin and i headed over to El Rincon Social to view the collaborative works of 2 local artists known by Ack and Eyesore. we love and appreciate the fact that people appreciate our designs and support our growing local company by buying Abbie Drue Designs products, but i believe it is equally important to do the same for others. while at the Ack + Eyesore show, i purchased a rad tee and a limited edition print. mothers day was spent with a quiet dinner over sushi celebrating my mom and the lovely 3 sisters she has given me. everyone should be appreciated and loved no matter what day it is.

when i am not making things, i enjoy nature, reading, long walks on the beach, riding bikes, learning new trades, word search puzzles, getting lost in antique shops, wandering around town and observing the simple things in life. below are a few photos of some of the purchases i made from other vendors at PSP and also some new reads i splurged on following the successful 2 days of the event! treat yo self (yes, you read that right) and treat your brain. it needs fuel too.

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meet bonnie. this is a vintage photo i found in an antique shop a few months ago of an old little lady named bonnie densford. she has now become “bonnie the photo bomber” >> find her on instagram #bonniethebomber (photos taken at the lawndale art center, the houston center for contemporary art, and inversion coffee with the crux)

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Bonnie Densford (87) – October 3, 1974

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Living Stereo mural outside of the Lawndale Art Center

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Renew by Samara Rosen

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Equilibrium by Laura Nicole Kante

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Folio Chromatique #7, The Velocity of Color by Edward Lane McCartney

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Contemplation by David Langley

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Milk with Your Tea? and My Toothbrush by Paula Gron

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thats all the bombing we have for today, until next time…

#bonniethebomber