shopping for pretend

So I'm two workouts closer to fitting into a dress this cute. It's one of the many items from Modcloth that I'm adding to my wishlist. Only I don't want to order until I certain I'm at my goal size. The necklace I can't seem to stop wearing. I love it so much that I've sought out a new outfit to go around it (I know, seems backwards). And the belt has been in my shopping cart for about two months. I can't seem to decide on the color yet.

1. afternoon company dress by Modcloth $52.99
2. tiny pink flower necklace by MaddyAnne $19.00
3. cream skinny belt by ByTheBelt $13.00

doorway to the past

As I'm sure you know, I love all things vintage. Here are some recent finds on Etsy that have truly captured my heart. I hope they do the same for you as well.

Silver Plated Forks by dkgeneralstore $6.00

Elgin 1905 Pocket Watch by AVintageObsession $265.00

Marbled Cream Suitcase by shesitsbytheseashore $38.00

Silver Plated Soup Spoons by OliveVintage $32.00

Wire Rim Glasses by RobertaGrove $22.00

Canning Jar with Wire Handle by sugarplush $12.00

Kwan Yin Statue by VintageZen $42.00

Milk Glass Goblet or Vase by SunnyDayVintage $11.00

Front Page Favs

:: Top Row ::
art plush fox orange by squirrellicious
little hooves by WildLifePrints
woodland animal silohette decals by vinylfruit

:: Second Row ::
deers frolicking in the forest by XimisModNest
foxy loxy hair clip by pammydawn
furry finger puppets by sweetmellyjane

:: Third Row ::
fox art - mademoiselle by amberalexander
mr. foxy - paper clay sculpture by indigotwin
my little fawn brooch by Thepuddingstore

:: Bottom Row ::
a little glamor doe by littleveggievintage
orwell clutch silver fox by tsurubride
eyes in the forest note cards by twistedlight

These items were handpicked on Etsy by earcandyarts.

Doorway to the Past

Inspiration for my jewelry usually comes from nature or the treasures of our past. Today, I was browsing and found a selection of pretty mustard color vintage finds.

Vintage Celluloid Handled Silverware $32.00

Denmark Meka Three Enamel Flower Pin $48.00

Vintage Mean Mr. Mustard Yellow Sweater $11.50

Medium Vintage Shoe Mold with Dried Craspedia $14.00

Afternoon Snack Plates $14.00

1950 Vintage Plant Metal Watering Can $19.50

Shop Handmade by Outfit...

mohop-$90 thepebblecollection-$30

sarawestermark-$22 treehouse28-$55

BeadsBySam-$24 moop-$131


There are tons of shops on Etsy where you can mix and match items to create that perfect handmade outfit. Check out mohop for fabulous wedges or treehouse28 for flirty tees.

Featured Artist

Featured Seller:

rainbowrevolution

1) How did you become interested in creating? I have always had some sort of creative pursuit happening...for as long as I can remember. I was surrounded by a very creative family with all sorts of art and craft passions. I studied art for six years and continued for a while with art and life drawing at night school and also studied textiles and design for 2 years.

2) What is your inspiration?These days I am totally inspired by colour and all manner of things to do with colour. I have been particularly interested in the way colour can be used for personal growth and the way we express ourselves through our choices in colour.I am currently having a lot of fun working with some fabrics such as bamboo, hemp and silk. My colours turn out differently on each different fabric I use and this presents inspiration in itself.

3) What is your favorite piece you've made and why? I can't say that any one piece I have made is my favourite. Each item I create holds within it a part of my fascination for and love of colour.

If you're interested in rainbowrevolution's work, you can visit her shop at www.rainbowrevolution.etsy.com

Wanna have your shop featured in my blog?
Send me a convo on my Etsy shop.

Shopping for Pretend

Labradorite

alibli-$24 forestforest-$38

LavenderCottage-$30 RockAndGold-$20

mcfarlanddesigns-$72 RockAndGold-$37


Labradorite is by far one of the most stunning rocks around! It's one of those stone that simply glows when you look into it. Here are a few of Etsy's designer's showing off their work.

Etsy Finds

For your children...

RoseToesShoes-$28 castlegate-$24

Zygopsyche-$33 DanburyLane-$12.95

lewasdesigns-$35 littlesaplingtoys-$30


Etsy, of course, has tons of handmade jewelry, but there is so much more you can find! There are so many talented artists that have come together on this one site to offer up their work. Today, I'm featuring several artists with products for your children. From wall art to toys to clothing, Etsy's artists have everything you're looking for when it comes to your little bundle of joy!