Unless you've been living under a rock this past week (does ANYONE live under a rock??), you would know that Liberty of London <a href="http://cravenmaven.wordpress.com/2010/02/08/liberty-at-target/">launched a line of housewares</a> and whatnot on Sunday 14th March. Unless you've been living away from my blog this past weekend, you would know that I had an '<a href="http://cravenmaven.wordpress.com/2010/03/14/liberty-at-target-fail/">epic fail</a>' at nabbing the ONLY two things I am interested in picking up from said launch. A tea pot and two tiered tray. (Though I did score one of only two fab deep cerise chair cushions..).
In honour of Liberty's wonderfully sophisticated florals - this weeks 'Etsy Tuesday' features pieces that reminded me of the spirit of Liberty's.


<img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.60492063.jpg" alt="70s Floral Sugar and Creamer Set" width="350/">

<b>Floral Sugar and Creamer Set</b>

Nothing says British, like tea. Lots and lots of it. I know. I consume only about 3 cups a day since scaling back...and occasionally I do like to break out the creamer jug and sugar bowl. The hyper florals against a black background on this set screamed funky psychedelic. At only $8.75 it's a steal. Check out at the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21998409">ravenna girls vintage</a> etsy store for more info.<br /><br />


<img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.130078763.jpg" alt="Vintage Retro Floral Beverage Pump Thermos" width="350" />

<strong>Vintage Retro Floral Beverage Pump Thermos</strong>

Do you remember when Thermos' were a more regular feature of day to day life? Where did those times go? I say bring it back! Take lunch to work in a thermos, plan picnic's in the park over the summer, or just sit in the bench at the local public garden with a tea filled thermos for all the hardworking cultivators. Either way, this lovely vintage thermos is a beaut. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=42652562">J White</a> is selling this gem for $26.
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<img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.43528122.jpg" alt="Vintage White Floral Daher Tin Container Made in England" width="350/">

<strong>Vintage White Floral Daher Tin Container Made in England</strong>
Tins, ah tins. Good for so much. Storing take away menu's, holding cupcake sleeves, containing little kitchen odds and ends. This floral one is prived at $14 at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16902855">Dandelion Girl</a>.<br /><br />

<img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.129903150.jpg" alt="Instant Mug Collection --plum equestrian--" width="350" />

<strong>Plum Equestrian Mug Collection</strong>

Muggin's here. This collection of vintage mugs hail from the 60's-70's. The florals are bold and the patterns funky. If you have a plum or green themed kitchen / kitchen tools collection, these will be a great addition.  <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=42601307">tawnillia's store</a>has them for $18.

<img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.130521115.jpg" alt="Bright Floral Pattern Placemats" width="350" />

<strong>Bright Floral Pattern Placemats</strong>

In decent vintage condition, these floral place mats are a nice burst of sunshine for the dinner table. Ruffled edges, gentle quilting...you get five of these for the price of $13.

Currently avail at  <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26143744">Atty's Vintage</a>. <br /><br />


<i>images courtesy of the respective etsy stores mentioned</i>