a poppy by any other name...

would never be as sweet as the delightful creations by Lindsey over at The Pleated Poppy. 

I love supporting handmade, but especially love when the artisans are as delightful as Lindsey is. 

Check out her blog (and of course her shop) and see what all the fuss is about. I'm linking to her blog with other ladies who are showing off their Lindsey loot.

My favorites are her posy pins. When I ordered my first batch this past year they challenged me to be a little bolder with the color choices I wear. And since then they've become a wardrobe staple. Some drab outfits have been saved by my husband reminding my to "add one of those flower pins."

Now they live on top of my dresser in one of my favorite depression glass bowls.  They add some extra color to the room and when they're out, I remember to wear them.

Favorite ways to wear 'em?

Piled high on a sweater:

To brighten a scarf:

To make a cardi more exciting:

And keep a sweater shut:

And of course, don't forget to wear your petal drop necklace with your posies!

These necklaces are totally adjustable and coordinate with your flowers.

 And can be dressed up or dressed down

And love layering short beaded necklaces with a petal drop.

And those ruffled scarves - just perfect!

Thanks to Lindsey, I wear mustard yellow all the time and love it.

So enjoy wearing your posies, petals and ruffles...they make for a brighter day!