Independence Day

Don't you just love a good mechanical pop-up card? Don't you just love this handmade one by PetrinaCaseStudio even more?? It is so detailed and full of little surprises, and really has that "Main Street" American feel to it. You really have to check out the complete listing to fully appreciate this card!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/40590380/mechanical-cardvictorian-style-curtains


Patriotism doesn't get much more Victorian than this! Wall hanging by ElmbrookFolkArt features a Victorian lady ringing the Liberty bell, and enthusiastic eagle, and exploding fireworks. Perfect for the Fourth of July or any time of year to show off your patriotism.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/50245956/patriotic-wall-hanging-forth-of-july

This wood block puzzle by Arbutushunter is a bargain because you get a total of SIX awesome Victorian style patriotic images to enjoy. And if there is one thing that these images make clear, it's that Victorians loved them some explosive fireworks to celebrate the Fourth. Not so different from today!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/11434133/antique-style-wood-block-puzzle

Victorian Garden

"Who loves a garden still his Eden keeps,
Perennial pleasures plants, and wholesome harvest reaps."
Amos Bronson Alcott

I love when old things are made to look fresh and new. Take for example this lovely antique botanical print given new life by Concentric. So vibrant and fresh, yet nostalgic and Victorian!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/42719981/handmade-home-decor-antique-botanicals

Don't have much of a green thumb? This amazing stained glass conservatory from Firefallvisions allows you to have a beautiful Victorian garden inside! All you need is a plant or two!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/23570548/miniature-victorian-styled-conservatory

How beautiful is this photo print from Missquitecontrary?! Big pink roses contrasted against crumbling stone and arbor, taken with an antique camera. Check out the listing, that is actually her house, lucky!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/31509337/vintage-roses-8x10-photo-print



This Victorian garden necklace from Tzaddishop is SUCH a DEAL! Reversable so you get not just the image shown but another as well! There is so much thought in every detail right down to the chain and clasp.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/45149411/voyageur-victorian-garden-colletion