Michelle Smiles

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Etsy love – On the first day of Christmas…

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As I mentioned in my previous post, I am loving Etsy.  I adore unique handmade items.  So as we approach the big gift giving day…I will share some of the things I’ve come across because Etsy is chock full of cool things and it can be hard to find the little gems.  I bookmark all of the cool Etsy shops I come across so that I have a go-to spot when a gift giving occasion arrises.  Again, I stole all of the photos from the shops I am mentioning.  I don’t own any of these items so I can’t vouch for them beyond thinking they are cool.

I think Village Clayworks makes simply darling ceramic items.  Little vases, bowls, and mugs with birds and bugs on them.  Too sweet.

I am enchanted by Cynthia Callan’s watercolor ornaments. I wish they came in bigger sizes.

I love John Golden’s “By Order of Management” signs.  This no monsters sign cracks me up.

I love Lauren Alexander’s watercolors.  I had a tough time deciding what photo to steal because they are all so cute.  I think I am going to get one for each girls’ room.  The question is, which one?  Check out the darling owls too.

I covet these simple silver hoops from Kusu.

F is for Frank has neat pewter items.  I love this drawer pull:

This calendar from Jess Gonacha would make any cubicle wall a work of art (or maybe my kitchen?)

This bowl with fruit in it from Charity Elise would make me smile daily:

I couldn’t decide which mirror I liked better.  The one from New Life Artworks featuring soda cans:

Or the one from Red Crow Arts featuring pieces of broken dishes:

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9 Comments to

“Etsy love – On the first day of Christmas…”

  1. On December 5th, 2008 at 6:47 am rachael Says:

    I love etsy too. I could sit for hours and just look at all the pretty things.

  2. On December 5th, 2008 at 6:57 am Bobbi Says:

    I think I would use the second mirror more, but the soda can one is pretty cool.

    I love that shop too, but often get overwhelmed. But, I am enjoying your overview

  3. On December 5th, 2008 at 7:40 am Shannon Says:

    These are great finds! I like the mirror made of broken dishes, and I LUV the watercolor paintings. I’m off to check those out for myself. Why o why do I love to shop soooo much?!?! Well, at least I can say I’m doing my part to keep the economy afloat!!

  4. On December 5th, 2008 at 3:09 pm carla Says:

    I got emma the best FOOFA hat there 🙂

  5. On December 5th, 2008 at 6:39 pm Mama Zen Says:

    The No Monsters sign is adorable!

  6. On December 5th, 2008 at 10:17 pm Dawn from old AB Says:

    Wow, great stuff! I didn’t even know that place existed, thanks for the tip.

  7. On December 8th, 2008 at 9:17 pm roseann Says:

    precious stuff… love it..

  8. On December 10th, 2008 at 3:37 pm Meena Says:

    I am addicted to etsy these days. People are so creative and I love to check out all the great things there, it’s endless! It’s very inspiring to me too, an artist from long ago. It makes me want to get back into the swing of things. I never thought I’d be one of those people who stops creating.

    Tessa is too cute! Sabrina is as cute as ever and changing so fast. Serena is almost not looking toddler like anymore and I’m guessing Sabrina is right behind her by the looks of things.

  9. On December 15th, 2008 at 9:03 am erinberry Says:

    There is so much great stuff on Etsy! My list of favorites is so long!