As I continue work on HOLIDAY and other projects, I have discovered some of the most talented Etsy artists and it is proving to be a bit of a bad good habit!
Because I am loving all of the feminine and ruffly clothes, in shades of pale pinks, grey and yellow - and all of the snappy navy and white/cream, I have been on the hunt for some great jewelry.
I like pretty jewelry, and what better source for redesigned vintage baubles than Etsy?
I have been on the hunt for the perfect yellow necklace, and I am happy to say I have found it. It is from the talented artist, Crystal Beutler, and I can't wait to wear it!
I am taking it to Arizona when I go to meet NieNie. Crystal designed the All is Well necklace NieNie wore when she hiked the Y, one year after her accident:
And I picked up this stunner (from Nest Pretty Things), which is so pretty it literally made me sigh when I saw it:
Unfortunately, so did almost every other piece she has for sale.
I also purchased these little gloves from another Etsy vendor, which don't really fit my hands too well, but Sophie will love playing with. Not sure why I bought them, but they just appealed to me:
I bought a little piece of artwork from this talented gal:
(titled, Where I Go to Think...)
Do you see what I mean? It is dangerous, I say, dangerous!!
I think I've become one of those people who works in a pretty store and spends her pay-cheque on the merchandise!!
What about you, are you hooked on Etsy??
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By the way, if you are an Etsy vendor, did you know you can purchase affordable advertising in Holiday and win the chance for your shop to be given a full-page ad spread in the magazine?
For the details, go HERE.
**swooooooonnnnn**
ReplyDeleteI love the necklaces! Off I go to check them out! Yes, I love ETSY and actually have an etsy shop with the same name as my blog. It is addicting, to say the least. So many talented peoples out there!!
Looking forward to reading about your visit with sweet NieNie and her family.
Becky
Great etsy finds!
ReplyDeleteVery, very pretty! Oh, you don't know how I've had to fight really hard to keep from buying everything I see on etsy! My daughter just bought the most adorable burlap pillow stamped with "true love" and then it's personalized with your wedding date. There are just so many talented shop owners at etsy!
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I am so loving that painting!!!! Ah Etsy..... I love you, I hate you. I spend all the money I make from my own shop, buying stuff from all the other cool shops.
ReplyDeleteOne of each please! ;)
ReplyDeleteI am hopelessly addicted to Etsy too....and I also have an Etsy shop. Just wanted to say I love the print you've featured. I just added that shop to my favourites!
ReplyDeleteI've loved your blog a long time... Don't know if I ever told you! Lezlee
ReplyDeleteI love Etsy so much. There is so much talent out there. Unfortunately my budget at the moment does not allow me to indulge...I'm kind of stuck only buying things I really need. Do they sell laundry detergent?? You know what, they probably do. Homemade, environmentally friendly. Don't tell me.
ReplyDeleteAs soon as my budget restrictions are gone...look out.
~Tara
I have Etsy-itis too. My husband asked me if there was anything I wanted for Mother's Day and I told him, just look at my Etsy wishlist. Unfortunately he asked me yesterday, so I guess that won't be happening. But he did use it for Christmas and I got some lovely things.
ReplyDeleteI love that all is well necklace, and the painting, and the gloves ...
Etsy is such a fun site! I admit to spending far too much time browsing and buying the odd thing or two. I have a shop myself, but it has been quiet for a while, so I suppose I had better stop spending ;D
ReplyDeleteLove the necklaces you bought.
Whoever wants to affiliate with my blog or for us to follow each other's blogs on Blogger, let me know! I'm willing to return the favor, I mean we could all use some more traffic & readers on our blogs.
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Dangerous is EXACTLY the right word! I went there looking for one thing this morning and 45 minutes later...I was lost down the rabbit hole of cuteness!
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Love the painting and yes, Etsy can be addictive...and you're not helping! :o) www.satisfiedsole.com
ReplyDeleteI was just directed to your blog from Pure Style Home to look at your daughters playhouse and I have to tell you i'm in love with this!!!I have a daughter too that would love this! You have inspired me!!
ReplyDeleteThis is very stylish.I like the vintage look of the things.I love the color of the gloves.
ReplyDeleteThe necklace from Nest Pretty Things is stunning. Great choice!!
ReplyDeleteLaura @ along for the ride
I {heart} etsy!! I used to sell on Etsy before I discovered I spend more than I make. I'll start my shop back up again soon after I work through some kinks. (darn.my.camera.) oh, btw , I would love for you to come over and join my giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSame here. Etsy is such a fun site and best for selling and buying any stuffs. I spent too much time browsing and buying the odd thing or two. I have a shop myself, but it has been quiet for a while.
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