6 things

1// linen jumpsuit $148 by les efants sauvages 2// thank you card $4 by honey honey scripted 3// cushion cover $38 by skinny laminx 4// pendant light $49 by junkyard lighting 5// folkland font $20 by shh maker design 6// vintage lettered necklace $22 by diament jewelry

Have you seen the new format for curating and organizing Etsy favorites yet? The layout is similar to Pinterest and I'm digging the ability to sort and view similar items at the same time. You can see all my 2000+ (mostly unorganized) favorites right here.

Gift Idea: Temporary Tats

I must have missed it but when did temporary tattoos become so hip? And well designed? And not marketed towards kids? I ran across this pretty temporary love tattoo recently and started poking around for more options. Two shops that stood out:  Pepper Ink and Tattly. Tattly has a giant selection (designed by lots of different artists you probably recognize), my favorites being from the typographic group. And if you're looking for a custom name tattoo, Pepper Ink has your back.

Wouldn't these make fun gifts? I'm thinking party favors, stocking stuffers, tucked into thank you notes or just give a few to the friend that's thinking about getting their first tattoo. Just for fun.

Another idea for temporary tattoos? Business cards.
I have six very permanent tattoos. You can see a couple of them peeking out in this photo.

6 things

1// terrestre 05 necklace by depeapa 2// cake topper flags $21 by beta wife 3// card set $18 by think & ink studio 4// miniature house $35 by 2 of 2 5// rose mask $25 by wild rose 6// ceramic planter $44.31 by beneath the sun

Happy Monday! I'm kicking off the week with a small selection from the plethora of my latest Etsy faves. Hearting handmade and vintage items is one of my favorite past times, I'll admit. If you missed last week's guest post on the Etsy blog, you can check it out right here.

Etsy Blog Guest Curator!

I'm super stoked to be a guest curator on the Etsy blog today! My post features a massive round up of all things rose gold, a color that's so soft and romantic. You can check out the full post as well as links to all of the pictured items right here.

6 Things

1// desk lamp $76.50 by ellen's alley 2// high waisted short $114 by sainte courtisane  3// typography print $30 by faye bradley 4// espresso set $60 by imka design 5// bracelets $29 by fauna y flora  6// abstract shapes print $21 by ammiki

Six recent handmade faves to celebrate a new week. And although I know Monday is hardly a celebration, I'm choosing to think positively. Mind over matter, right?

For more handmade and vintage faves, you can follow me on Etsy here. 

Paper Goods: Mom, you were right

This Mom, you were right series by Farewell Paperie made me chuckle. Each letterpress card is $5 and what better way to admit to your mom that she was right than on Mother's Day?

Shop: Fifi Du Vie

Fifi Du Vie's shop description sums it up pretty well, "Simple products made by hand to make you happy." You may recognize the owner, Izabella Dennis' work from her popular Adventurer's print. Check out Fifi Du Vie's new colorful Spring collection - there are lots of fun gift options. Happy Monday friends!

Paper Goods: The Paper Club

A little something for every occasion from The Paper Club. This line is designed by the same folks who created Sass & Peril, another great shop for handmade gifts (perfect for the little ones). I really like this mint and black combo and want a collection of these cards so I'm never caught unprepared without a card at the ready. I always prefer a 'Heck Yeah!' over a sad face though.

6 things

1// tea towels $24 by anna joyce 2// silverware print $20 by elizabeth mayville 3// blueberry print $45 by anek 4// pyramid ring $16 by alina & t 5// be happy print $8 by nicola rowlands 6// mini wallet $26 by alex bender

Smile and be happy! It's a new week!

You can "follow" my hearted Etsy items here and see previously featured items on '6 things' here. 

6 things

1// clay flag clay toppers $18 by hello plum studio 2// kitty notecard $4.75 by branch & olive paper  3// vintage push pins $12.50 via beca runs 4// bar necklace $48 by virginie millefiori 5// whale plates $42 by yvonne ellen 6// smoky quartz watercolor $29 by expeditor

Today's roundup of Etsy faves features some really fun items. I'd like to use the push pins in my office, build a plate wall around the whale plates, and top a batch of these cupcakes with those adorable clay flags. And don't grey and aqua make a pretty pairing? I'd say so.

You can "follow" my hearted Etsy items here and see previously featured items on '6 things' here. 

Bags & Pouches by Júlia Marco

The Spring/Summer 2013 textile collection by Valencia based designer and illustrator Júlia Marco combines so many of my favorite things: totes, pouches and, of course, triangles. Oh, and 100% organic cotton and leather. I like those things too. The bags are reasonably priced at 38 euros for the totes and 16 euros for the pouches with shipping available to the U.S. What's not to love here? Check out Júlia's shop to purchase. Happy Monday!

6 things

1// hand brooches $35 by jordan grace owens 2// wooden stool $85 by pecan workshop 3// striped cushion cover $38 by skinny laminx 4// floating shelves $95 by handmade riot 5// egg crochet pattern $3 by Kits+diezijn 6// porcelain tube pendant necklace $46 by cla contemporary 

Soooo many favorites. If you're looking for an Easter themed craft, these crochet eggs might be a good place to start. Who knew egg ornaments were a thing? I like it.

Decor: Snug Vase

These geometric vases by German based Snug Studio are actually cardboard folded to create vessels. They're available in two heights- low and high ($17) and three colors- grey, copper, and white. Simply construct the vase and place over a small glass or bottle, and they're ready to. Clever design, no? You can shop the entire collection here or here.

Oh, and I blogged about Snug's jewelry back in 2011. I still want one of those wood necklaces. Two years later. 

6 things

01// heart print $25 by old english company 02// hand carved stamp $9 by creatiate 03// folded clutch $68 by blackbird and the owl 04// ballet flats $75 by the white ribbon 05// owlie mobile $38 by the owlies 06// baby bodysuits, set of 2 $42 by eleventy-five

Six recent Etsy faves. See more of my favorite handmade goodies right here.

6 things

1// paper rose $14 by house that lars built 2// silver mountain leather tote $136 by coriumi 3// point down earrings $35 by sol del sur  4// panther print dress $160 by leah reena goren 5// ceramic mortar and pestle $65 by design lump 6// leona in brown $125 by the drifter leather

Cheers to a new week and a very Happy Monday to you! 

Find more of my handmade favorites here and here.

6 Things

1// dream of the stars watercolor painting $59.69 by natasha newton  2// gold earring studs $138 by hook & matter 3// washable kraft paper bag $9.50 by oliday 4// love screen print $25 by ampersand shop 5// letterpress holiday coaster $10 by type a press  6// moon phase lollipops $10.50 by vintage confections

How cool are those moon phase lollipops?! If you haven't checked out this shop, you should because the lollipops are definitely one of kind.

It's hard to believe it's the weekend again since I feel like I'm still adjusting to being back to work, but believe me, I'm not complaining. Have a fantastic weekend!

Rings by Dear Rae

Rings by Dear Rae, based in Cape Town, South Africa. Dear Rae does take international orders and, luckier for those of us living in the states, some of the designs are available over at Need Supply Co. I really like the clean design and mixed metals in this ring or if you're going for a minimalist looks, this one would be perfect. You can check out all of Dear Rae's lovely designs here. 

24 Merry Days:

#17- Win items from Ferm Living and Son of a Sailor over at House of Earnest.
#18- Win a set of paper goodies from Rifle Paper Co. over at Lolalina.

6 Things

01// astrology calendar $20 by prismatic print shop 02// mini planters $24-29 by wind & willow home 03// ampersand print $13.50 by calamari studio 04// mittens $39.67 by ann moore 05// earrings $55 by the angry weather 06// brooch $16.53 by sweet bestiary

My oh my, where does the time go? It has been over a month since my last 6 things which is crazy seeing as how sharing handmade gems is one of my favorite topics for the blog. I guess the rush of the holiday season has left me scurrying a bit, hence the lack of gift guides. Oh well, you win some, you lose some I guess. Speaking of gifts, how's the holiday shopping going? I'm almost done and still within budget! Whew. Who's ready for a vacation?

24 Merry Days (if you haven't checked this out, you should. The prizes are amazing!):
Day #10 - Oh The Lovely Things
Day #11- Design Crush

Herbivore Botanicals

Herbivore Botanicals is a small business based out of Seattle featuring 100% natural, vegan, handcrafted skincare products. I was first attracted to this brand by their packaging but now I have a few of their items on my must buy list including this set of bath salts. This shop even has options for the gents (see man soap and beard tonic).

24 Merry Days is in full swing. Check out the following giveaways:
Day #1 - Win a $300 gift cert to Kirribilla over at 79 ideas.
Day #2 - Win a screen printed map by Famille Summerbelle over at Fellow Fellow.
Day #3 Win a win pom pom gift set by Potter and Butler and bracelet from Jelanie over at Sugar & Cloth.

Shop: Sew a Song

Pretty handmade necklaces by Sew a Song. This Barcelona based shop ships world wide and these necklaces are priced at around $35. Check out the full selection here.