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Poems for every occasion from Alison Rose Vintage and R. Clift Poetry

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Poems for every occasion from Alison Rose Vintage and R. Clift Poetry
Have you heard of R. Clift, The Constellation Poet? She’s a well-known poet, artist, and photographer with over 80,000 Instagram followers and admirers from all over the world. After years of thinking about how she could offer prints of her poetry, I am so thrilled that R. Clift is now working exclusively with me to design and print her words on handmade paper and cards. Our hope is that the R. Clift Poetry Collection will bring light and hope to you and your loved ones for every gift-giving occasion. Continue reading
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How to gift and display antique books

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How to gift and display antique books
I’ve collected and admired antique books for many years so I’m very happy and proud to be able to curate and sell them in my Etsy Shop. You can gift them to loved ones (or yourself!), display them as pieces of art in your home, or use them as wedding décor. Read how in this blog post... Continue reading
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New England trip recap: retail shops, restaurants, and relationships

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New England trip recap: retail shops, restaurants, and relationships

One of my favorite parts of owning a small business is stopping into shops that carry Alison Rose Vintage products. We stopped at Wellfleet Marine on Cape Cod, Locally Yours in Plymouth, MA, Three Buoys and a Mermaid in Duxbury, MA, Framed in Time in Framingham, MA, Kitchen Sink Candle Co in Bolton, MA, Willow in Windham, NH, and Sea Love in Kennebunkport, ME. I got to meet several shop owners, sit for hours with people I’ve collaborated with over the years, and stop and chat with several of my fellow maker friends at the pro.found market...

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Meaningful condolence gifts for someone grieving a loss

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Meaningful condolence gifts for someone grieving a loss
When I lost my sister in May 2020, I felt like the wind had been knocked out of me. The weeks following felt like a fog; my brain could barely process or handle the simplest tasks. Some gestures and gifts from friends and family really comforted me at a time when I felt a deep sense of loneliness. Besides sending flowers, here are some meaningful condolence gifts for someone grieving a loss... Continue reading
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Thoughtful graduation gifts for high school and college grads

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Thoughtful graduation gifts for high school and college grads

Besides the most welcome gift of money and gift cards, what other thoughtful gifts can you give to a new grad to make them feel extra special? Read my 5 suggestions including a handwritten note of advice, custom artwork, custom word art, book recommendations, and a song lyrics print.

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5 visualizations to help calm your nervous system

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5 visualizations to help calm your nervous system

I’ve been reading a book from the 1890s called, “The Technique of Rest” and this quote really hit home: “She lives in a perpetual sense of not being able to draw one full breath.” Do you ever feel this way? It’s why my word of the year this year is “breathe” and why I’m writing this blog post today. We can all benefit from ways to calm our nervous systems. Read this blog post for five mini meditations or visualizations to help you take a full, deep breath and remember that you can experience serenity through your own imagination.

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How to show love on Valentine’s Day for less than $1.00

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How to show love on Valentine’s Day for less than $1.00
Sometimes people will say that Valentine’s Day was created by greeting card companies just to make money. But the first mention of Valentine’s Day was actually in one of Geoffrey Chaucer’s poems from the 1380’s—over 500 years before Hallmark existed. In fact, way before manufactured cards and boxes of chocolate, people exchanged poems, love letters, and handmade cards for virtually no money at all. Read how to show your love on Valentine's Day for less than $1.00. Continue reading
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5 ways to connect to a deceased loved one

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5 ways to connect to a deceased loved one
If you’ve experienced the loss of a close loved one, the holidays can be difficult to navigate. Old traditions and memories flood our hearts and minds and remind us of the gaping hole left by death. My sister Amanda unexpectedly passed away in May 2020 at just 40 years old. I’m not an expert on grief, but here are 5 things that have helped me cope and allow me to continue connecting with Amanda... Continue reading
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Appreciating the under-appreciated people in our lives

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Appreciating the under-appreciated people in our lives
Have you watched MAID on Netflix? I recently finished watching and although there are many important themes to discuss—emotional abuse, the broken systems in America, PTSD and depression—there is one theme I want to write about here: appreciating the under-appreciated people in our lives... Continue reading
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How the course of my small business changed: Being part of the “Great Resignation”

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How the course of my small business changed: Being part of the “Great Resignation”
10 years ago, I graduated with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree and went on to work a few corporate jobs. This year I became part of the “great resignation” and quit my corporate job 6 months ago to focus solely on my small business, Alison Rose Vintage... Continue reading
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