Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Why did the ostrich cross the road?

Probably to get a latte

If you don't know me personally, you should probably know now that I am terrified of birds. Hysterically scared of birds.  Ostriches even more so.  All alien, dino looking and huge.  As a child, an ostrich (or was it an emu?) ate my Keds while I was on a trampoline.  More like trapped on a trampoline, because about 4 or 5 of them surrounded me taunting me.  How does this type stuff always seem to happen to me?

Annnnnyways, even with all that, I love this painting!  I love the street lines with the shadow.  I love the textures on the ostrich.  I can feel the story of this mega-bird.  He knows where he's going, why are you asking?  That's the attitude I get from him at least.  This original painting by revampedart on Etsy is sized at 8x10 and you can view it for sale by clicking here.

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Ruffle Bag

aka: the only fanny pack you'd catch me wearing

I love ruffles!  The material of this bag is nice too, looks to be corduroy.  You can view this item on Etsy from seller Kinies by clicking here.

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - The Sims Charm

I love The Sims!

So yeah, I'm addicted to The Sims.  I got Sims 3 for Christmas and the internet was ignored for over a month.  The Simmies I create aren't even outrageous, I keep them pretty goody two shoes and have tons of babies.  And yup, I'll admit when my first Sim died, I may have been hormonal at the time but I did cry.

I thought this phone charm from Etsy seller phatloots was pretty cute.  This is a handmade charm that has a lobster clasp to attach it to your cellie, but I personally would probably use it as a zipper pull on a hoodie or zip purse.  It's at a nice price and you can view it on Etsy by clicking here.

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Gold Belt Bracelet

Darling!

I mostly wear gold toned jewelry.  I really like this bracelet that looks like a tiny belt from Etsy seller diamentdesigns.  I'm always on the look out for cute, affordable pieces that aren't ginormous.  I feel like when you have something too big in gold, it ends up looking gaudy.  This is simple yet still unique.  Again, in my usual taste for things, it could be dressy or casual.  You can view this item in her shop by clicking here.

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Strong Coffee Poster

Seriously!

I love this poster print from Etsy seller howfab.  It is oh so true in my home!  I was stuck with Dunkin Donuts medium blend coffee yesterday and was a complete zombie the entire day.  Nothing got done.  I like the distressed, stamped typed lettering and that it is red.  One day, I'll eventually have a red and pea-green picture wall collage in my kitchen.  This would be perfect.  You can view this item on Etsy by clicking here.

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Vintage Deer Planter

I do not have a green thumb.  

I get urges every now and again to play in the dirt, but never follow through.  I tell my ambitious, dreamer mind to start small.  I wouldn't mind doing some sort of herb we use a lot of like cilantro or oregano in my kitchen window sill.  I think I would pay more attention to the plant if it was potted in something cute.  I will eventually get one of these vintage Shawnee type planters.  I like this one a lot, probably because it has a deer, solid colored, and yellow!  You can view this planter from Etsy seller dixiepearl by clicking here.

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Mare Satin and Pearls Ribbon Necklace

I got the idea of doing the "Fave Item of the Day" posts on my blog after noticing Twillypop's Twitter tweets with her picks of the day.  I discovered her Etsy shop not too long ago and could have easily hearted her entire shop.

See why?!

I have a bit of a love affair with pearls.  I've paired them up with t-shirts, but sometimes it just didn't work.  I wanted that classic look, but felt too stuffy.  The necklaces Twillypop make are perfect for this type of look!  Change your top and you can still go from casual to a sophicated outfit.  I have a lot of blue clothes and overall it looks well with my fair skin.  You can view this necklace from Twillypop by clicking here.

Etsy Fave Items of the Day - Atomic Era Starburst Wall Clock

It's something about the items of this time that get me all giddy.  I love to watch the documentaries on how people in the 1950's and 60's thought the future would be.  Like how we would all have our own Rosie robot and fly to work like on The Jetson's.

I dream about these clocks!

I'm not kidding!  I really do!  I've seen updated, similar versions in the stores; but they aren't the same.  I do not like the wall clocks with the filled in metal prongs or triangle pointed edges.  I love this one from Entwife on Etsy.  It's still in working condition and you can view it in her shop by clicking here.  I would style this wall clock behind a bright colored wall to really make it pop and its' little details shine.

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Aerial No 2 Painting

 

I absolutely love this! 

This is an ORIGINAL painting from crystalljackson.  You can view this item in her shop by clicking here.  It is titled Aerial No 2.  It is part of a pair, hence the No 2.  I really like the colors and think it's a really fun piece to put in your home.  It makes me think of the crop dusters at my grandma's house when I was a little kid and that makes me smile.

I appreciate this painting, because I am a bit literal when I look at things to draw them.  It can be good thing or a bad thing for myself.  I like how this is still a bit modern.  I don't know crystalljackson, but did notice she was somewhat of an undiscovered seller on Etsy.  Give her a heart if you liked it too!

Etsy Fave Item of the Day - Vintage 70's Henry Lee Dress

I haven't decided if I'll make this a daily blog thing or not just yet, but do intend on tweeting one favorite per day.  (You can follow me on Twitter by clicking here.)  I like to window shop on Etsy.  It's one of the ways I fill the time when I'm up with Baby Sam when he should be sleeping. :)  I have hearted a million, badillion things.  I figured maybe I should share some of these things with yall!

Today's pick is from a seller local to me, although I don't know her.  Her shop is named GeorgiaVintage.  If I was a few sizes smaller, trust me, this would be mine!  I love the crisp lines and the waisted fit.  It comes with a belt that isn't pictured too by the way.  You can view this item on Etsy by clicking here.

Lilac Hotel

Featuring Etsy sellers: smartlilcookie, frankievintage, JenniferBirge, SmallEarthVintage, ohvotrecouer, breagha, posiesforlulu, missbrigette, moonlightandlaughter, Balanced, MarcellasExcess, and rewindtime.

See it here: http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=76396

"isn't she lovely" Etsy Treasury

Featuring Etsy sellers: sharonclancydesigns, TheJoyofColor, SmadarsTreasure, creativehellos, Yoola, Kimmydukes, duende74, kVintage, toolisjewelry, lilyja, riorita, and SpinningWheelStudio

Etsy seller, TheJoyofColor, included my vintage dutch girl postcard in her beautiful treasury she compiled up of items in creams, light blue, grays, and golds. Awesome color palette, dontcha think? I'm very happy she included me! Visit this treasury here and I would love if you would leave a sweet comment if you feel inclined to do so.

Sam the Gnome

I love gnomes. I'm a gnome fanatic! I used to watch the cartoon David the Gnome as a kid. I think that is what started the Gnome Love. Cliff is freaked out by gnomes, otherwise I'd make sure the neighbors hate us more and deck the entire yard out in gnomes. Well... guess what I got in the mail today?
Do not even try to tell me that is NOT the cutest thing ever! I have a gnome baby and you don't! Nanna nanna boo boo! Don't you just wanna kiss his little old-man looking self. We have little nicknames for one another and Sam has always been the wizard or the gnome. Now he really is!

Nadia, of Nadcraft on Etsy, made this darling hat for my Sammy. I had made her a banner and avatar for her Etsy shop and she offered to make this up for me. The little card that came along with the hat even said, "For Baby Gnome"! So frickin' cute!

Of course, as sibling rivalry usually goes, now Dylan wants one. He behaved well though. I think Dylan was as excited as me over the gnome hat. I was running through the house singing GNOMIE GNOMIE! When I put the hat on Sam, he started doing his little nose crinkle-smiley-snorty kinda laugh. He never tried to take it off or nothing, yay!

The hat was made to be tied under the chin, but Sam kept trying to eat it, as he does with most things lately. It stays on just fine tied behind his big ol' head.

So, yup, Sam will be a gnome for Halloween and I'm thrilled. I think I'll skip out on a beard and say he is a gnome-baby, unless you have an idea for me how to construct it where Sam won't eat or tear it. I got this gnome bib from ColbyLaneDesigns on Etsy for him to wear as part of the costume. Add a little long sleeve blue shirt and some pants and I'm set.

Nadscraft is so super sweet to do have made this hat for me. You should check out her shop, http://nadscraft.etsy.com . She is very talented with felt crafting. See that little cake above? FELT! So cute, right?! There are even complete kits with everything included to make these felt creations too. Thanks again, Nadia. :)

"The Greatest Show on Earth" Etsy Treasury

I made a treasury up with a circus theme. Check it out!
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=78271

Featuring Etsy sellers: BNDesigns, Myself, heysailor, ModMargeFineFinds, Librarie, Roadside, breeree, CrudeThings, HOWEVER, MookieDesigns, SmallEarthVintage, and fosterbk.

Awesome Give Away

Ummashin is one of my Etsy friends. She's holding a give away over at the Homemade by Jill blog. Check it out, here.

Here's an example of one of the adorable hats she makes. It's not required to blog to enter, just a simple comment :)

PreK & Etsy

I'm a wee bit behind on the blog, but here's a quick little update.

I started an Etsy shop. Visit me: http://kimmydukes.etsy.com/
I sell cards and vintage goodies. I'm doing okay so far. It's a great excuse to go yard saling and thrift shopping all day on Saturday if anything! One of my napkin sets got featured in a treasury last week. That made my day, especially being so new to selling on Etsy and all. Mine are those pretty green ones next to the apple there. :)

Dylan started PreK this Tuesday. He has 2 teachers and is there the full day. He tells me he hates it and all kinda stuff, but then his teachers tell me a complete opposite story of how all the little girls are in love with him and he's the best kid in the class. It's been a struggle getting him there every day in the morning without tears. I have pictures, but it's just a sleepy boy grabbing a backpack out of the car with his eyes closed--that's what happens when you ask the Daddy to take 1st day of school pictures!

My First Etsy Treasury

So I have been on a yellow kick lately, especially when paired with gray or red. It is pure happiness to me. I listed my favorites on a treasury list on Etsy. You can view it here. :)

SmartLilCookie Etsy Shop!

Katie is my extremely talented girlfriend here in town. She is great at combining the new with the old and that special, unique, quirky touch in her paper crafts artistry she sells in her etsy shop, SmartLilCookie.

Home is where the Heart is altered canvas

This is 5x5 inches in size. Can't you envision this right above your lightswitch that you turn on when you walk in the front door? Above the place you keep your keys at? Mixed in with family photos on the wall? I can :)

Vintage French Text Butterfly Punchies

Gah! Aren't these just so flippin' cool? Perfect for those scrapbook layouts or even done in rows and framed.

Basic Grey Urban Prarie Butterfly Punchies

Katie is probably the most eco-friendly person I know. She can always find a way to REinvent things. Her upcycled scraps can become your new creation! And if you really think about it, to do this yourself and buy all of this Basic Grey paper would cost you a ton.

Yup, Katie definitely is a SmartLilCookie. Okay, I'll quit with the cheese LOL. But seriously, great ideas here. She's fixin' to be in over her head in buttons, so I imagine a lot of new creations updated soon. And ending this post, I should be an Etsy shop reviewer or something, huh? :)

Headband GiveAway

I love etsy. I really do. I'm obsessed with it lately. I also like that I can type ETSY with just one hand. :) This is the cutest headband shop--Piper Riley. I wear a lot of ponytails and have long side bangs that must be kept up out of my face or I'll go crazy. The prices in her shop aren't too bad in my opinion. It's nice to see headbands done on this type of headband too. The ones that don't go all the way around don't stay on me. I'm on a yellow kick, so I gotta say this one above is my favorite. I can totally see it going with this dainty gray top below from the new plus size line at Forever 21 that is called Faith 21.Stepmom Extraordinaire is giving away this pink flower feather headband on her blog. Check it out! The feathers are the perfect touch on it.

This is what I feel like lately...

etsy shop erinaellis

Does that even make sense? Like a big, floppy, lethargic, sucky, sad octopus trying to be happy flying a kite?