12:37 PM

Keeping it Clean at Dinner

Etsy has no shortage of awesome quirky things if you just take the time to look for them. There's a surprising amount of dinner accessories - I thought I'd focus on the napkin rings and the napkins they hold...

Coconut Blues napkin rings by sosorosey for $10.00:



Deer couple napkin rings by attiladesign for $10.00:



Belt napkin rings by idstudio for $25.00:



Flower napkin rings and gold napkin set
by anitanirma for $42.80:



custom napkin rings by raedunn for $44.00:



Eucalyptus leaves on olive napkins
by sveika for $24.00:



wild poppies napkins by stitchado for $25.00:



Pick your napkins set by Yunny for $28.00:

10:06 AM

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9:05 PM

Tittilating Tartan

I predict the next big thing in fashion will be . . . (drum roll) . . . TARTAN! Ok, this may not be a surprise to all, but everyone should enjoy these tartan finds from Etsy artisans:

Tartan Top
by larimeloom for $75.00:


Metrowalker Tartan wool skirt for $98.00 by sunflowerdesign:



Tartan Scarflette by MPsen for $58.00:



Slim-Line Tartan Plaid Wallet by SewlutionsbyAmo for $28.00:



Split Collar top in tartan for $30.00 by honeypoprags:


Tartan zipper underbust
by siskatank for $59.00:



Western Boho Ruffle Tartan Top by AntiLabel for $84.00:



Modern Tam by BoringSidney for $55.00:


skycreation tartan dress for $60.00:

9:46 PM

Etsy's Next Project Runway Contestants

Excellent candidates for the next Project Runway:

justmystyles white lace ribbon tie top for only $29.00:


MHolland Floral Liberty wool retro dress for $140.00:



supayana: grey cotton flapper top for $80.00:


PrettyRaccoon Fleur De Lis print open back tank for $49.00:



AutumnRussell fabulously tailored pantsuit for $545.00:


Bonzie the stable hand jeans jacket for $270.00 (such a fantastic piece):


LouiseBlack
party dress with double ruffle collar for $650.00 (I so want this for my next TV appearance - oh, wait, I don't have TV appearances. OK, guess I'll just have to wear it while doing laundry):

8:15 PM

Frienemies

The love/hate relationship between Sushi the puppy and Bozlee the king cat continues in a photo story board...

Sushi edges closer, looking ever so innocent. "Honestly, I'm just enjoying the sun, like yourself."



The challenger (Sushi) for the title of king: "I'm bigger than you... and I run this house" The Champion: "Wanna bet, you little swine?!"


The champion puts the smack-down on the challenger:
He didn't really - but it makes for good journalism (the real story - Sushi was freaking out trying to get Boz to play) Sushi looks like ALF in this picture


After mom intervenes, "I wasn't bugging Bozlee, honest!" (Evidence proves otherwise when you look at what she's holding.)

9:22 PM

Victorian Vixen

I so love the Victorian trend happening right now - Etsy is chock full of awesome Victorian inspired goods.

by Rudman, this fantastic collar scarf for $38.00, it's reserved, but she has a beautiful collection in her shop:



BayouSalvage makes this pretty cumberbund belt for $45.00:



You can't go Victorian without a corset in your drawer. DecadentDesignz makes this fabulous Overbust Corset for $125.00:



EnchantressAdornment carries the perfect victorian choker for $20.00:



I'm just in love with MsPurdy's hats - check out this extravagant but affordable number at $49.00:

9:15 PM

Etsy Noodle Decorations

Oh no, I've found a new obsession on Etsy. I've seen them before, but I've always dreamed of dressing like this daily, not just for Halloween. However, since I'm a SAHM, the mail delivery companies may flag me as a psycho and stop delivering packages after seeing me dress like this. So for now (and until those lotto numbers come through), I'll just drool over all these awesome artistic hair accessories and hats. Take a gander:

annabronwyn: fleur fatale, phalaenopsis orchid fascinator for $71.00:



Topsyturvydesign
: The Holly Victorian Day Hat for $199.00:



cherrybombe: jazz age black fascinator for only $18.00!



PinkTigersDen: Mini Top Hat Fascinator for $56.00:







Creepsuela: Darla's Tricorn Mini Hat for $150.00:

7:09 PM

Sushi Meets Yoda

Yes, I'm weird, and I just proved it to the world in this video, but I'm ok with that. :)


9:25 PM

Feeling Renewed

Etsy is so full of ingenious artists - I'm always amazed at the ability of the Etsians to "upcycle" items that most just give up on. Each of these items contains something that has been recycled. Take a gander:

1spinsterknits: upcycled girl's 6 to 9 month party dress for $50.00:



lunaclaydesign: filigree vintage rhinestone ring for $49.00:



RadicalRecycks: green bean bag for $13.00 (can you believe the price on this sweet find?! So affordable!):



FeltSewGood: brown Willow Felted Wool Handbag for $42.00



sosorosey: rag topped bowlee Earth and Sky for a mere $5.00:



tarahogan: Animal A-Z poster for $60.00:

2:39 PM

Rock Hounding

We went rock hounding a while back (looking for opal outside of Fruita, Colorado which is only about 1/2 an hour from us). Here's some of the few pics my we took...

This photo actually makes Sushi (the pup) look bigger than she actually is. She and my son Riley (seen here) are best buddies.


Riley hounding in the background - me and Gavin in the foreground


Us again - Gavin just wanted to be held the whole time - he was grouchy, poor little dude!


Riley thinks he's found the next million dollar gem...

9:40 AM

Etsy Edibles

I've seen so many delectable goods on Etsy, and have only tried a few, but here are some I thought looked fantastic!

sugardreamsbakery: Time for Doughnuts Cookies for $8.75:



designtalentedone: Mulling Spices for Crockpot Wine or Apple Cider (2.5 ounces) for $5.00:



earcmra: 1/4 lb. Homemade Caramels (4 oz.) for $6.50:



PinkCupcakes5: Black Forest Cupcake Trifle 16 oz for $7.50:



DoubleDippedSweets
: Rice Krispy Treat Caramel Apple: $10.00:



Marshmallicious: Unique Marshmallow Pops: $21.00: