Fall is upon us--
so close I can taste it...
I'm already wanting
autumn metallics.
Right now I've got bronze on the mind; rich but not too rich, muted and sophisticated.
Showing posts with label etsy finds. Show all posts
Showing posts with label etsy finds. Show all posts
Monday, September 13, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Opera Dreams
Two days ago, for no apparent reason, I was struck by the sudden and strong urge to see the opera. I really can't say what brought this about. I've never been to one but have decided that I will definitely will once the season opens. I know everything is more casual these days, but I do love dressing up, so this will be a great excuse. My special personal project--one of them, anyway--for the next couple months will be to put together a fancy opera-seein' getup. Hehe. But until then...enjoy this treasury!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Making Everyday Handmade.
For those of you who don't follow the Wichita Handmade blog, here is what I posted there today. :)
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In hopes of helping those who still may be in possession of this mindset, I am going to admit to once having thought in this way:
Sure, it's great to support handmade and local sellers, but I don't always need and/or have the money for those little "extras." After I go to the store to pick up my everyday essentials for living, I don't always want to buy some cute little handmade trinket.
Solution: be sure your everyday things are handmade (or vinage!) things!!
Sometimes people (including myself) forget that buying handmade doesn't have to be a luxury, it can be a lifestyle. You may not need a mustache on a stick, but everyone needs an ink pen! And you may find fingerless gloves impractical on a winter day in Kansas, but real gloves and mittens are always great!
So please check out these fabulous, functional items from Kansas Etsians!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
La PerLaA: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
I am sorry to neglect my poor little blog, but between working on "work" and other projects, and my more frequent fits of doing absolutely nothing, I have not had the time. ;) But tonight, I simply MUST take the time to gush about an Etsy seller that I've recently purchased from, La PerLaA! She is an Italian artist who creates lovely beaded jewelry. My favorite items of hers are the bits of sea glass that have been transformed into pendants by creating a tapestry of tiny beads around the edges.
I could go on and on and ON about this fabulous lady, because she is just that great, but I'll keep it short and to the point.
Here's why you should definitely consider checking out her shop and then--yes!--making a purchase!
- The most obvious reason to shop La PerLaA would be the beauty and quality of her items. This lovely specimen {above} is what I purchased, for my mother's birthday next month. (Don't tell!!!) And this is even more beautiful in person.
- The price is unbeatable. This was $24. Yes, $24 United States Dollars. And that includes shipping. From Italy!
- Now allow me to follow the previous statement with this: shipping is FAST! It took exactly 7 days to arrive in my mailbox after clicking the "Pay Now" button.
- The artist is very sweet and so great to work with.
Go. Now. Buy!!
(and check out her blog, too.)
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Etsy Finds: Bows, Part 1
I have been completely obsessed with bows for a while now, and can't see it changing any time soon... (hence the title, Bows, Part 1....I am sure there will be another bow entry...or possibly more...)
Enjoy these playfully creative finds!
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Trust me, I'm Irish...
The St. Patrick's Day festivities began yesterday here in Wichita, with the 4th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Historic Delano. Wichita Handmade marched along with the fun, making it their second parade. (I will try to get some pics up later.)
In honor of this fun holiday, I bring you my St. Patrick's Day Etsy finds. Enjoy!
Silk Bolero from bonzie
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