By Lynn Byrne. Still a new blogger (Decor Arts Now has only been around since Columbus Day Weekend 2009), I have found that one of its best benefits is the support and comraderie of others out in the blogging community.  Now I would like to pay it forward.

Kate, author of the blog, The Neo-Traditionalist, not only writes an interesting blog, she has opened a fabulous store on Etsy, called Katie Armour Home.  Kate has combed flea markets and antique shops for unique and unusual accessories, so you don’t have to.  All of the objects are well priced.

Kate wisely spends time styling her finds before she photos them for the store, which only serves to make them more appealing.  Her suggestions on how to use the stuff are great.  Hold on tight to that wallet folks.  It is hard to resist.  I, myself, quickly scooped up a couple of things.

First, I acquired this instant collection of brass camels.  There are actually seven of them  in graduating sizes (only $24).  I plan to do just as Kate suggests and line them up on a bookcase.

Next, at $14, this cute marble seahorse is going with me to the Montauk house.  I also am really attracted to the vintage books that Kate is using as styling  props.  I hope to see some for sale in the store in the future.  I know I will never pass another book pile again without searching for such attractive volumes.  
Here are some other cute items that were in the store when I wrote this post.  Everything is one of a kind, so since the store opened over the weekend and this post is on Monday, they may no longer be available.  Kate, however, says she has lots of stuff to sell, so there will be frequent additions to the inventory.  If something shown here is gone, I feel confident that you can find something else that appeals.

Love this knight brass letter opener ($18).  Kate suggests that it would make a fabulous gift coupled with some pretty stationary.

This little bamboo planter, stamped McCoy, is a great find at $24.  The cute elephant, print and glass candle holder were not in the store.  Future inventory I hope?  The elephant would be a great addition to my brass animal collection (those camels) that I started today.  Hint, hint.    

Though most people I know these days don’t smoke, this attractive ash tray can hold change.  And we all need the match holder to light our candles.  The set is $26.  The brass pineapple is a giveaway prize that Kate is offering to commemorate the opening of her store.  Details can be found here, plus more pictures of her wares.

The milk glass urn ($16) looks great with the seashells and flower.  Lovely vignette.  This time, I had to tie my hands.  (I can’t buy everything–I need to leave some cute stuff for you!)  

How about this very pretty pitcher for $26?  

This $14 vintage black glass dish made in France is a great holder for the “jewels”.  Organization never looked so good.

Hurry up and check it out.  I don’t think Katie’s inventory will sit around.  And remember, she says she has lots more coming.  I can’t wait.

Prices listed above do not include shipping.  All photos from Katie Armour Home.