Resolutions a la Etsy.com

In 2011, I resolve to...Capture Inspiration

"Icon" notebook by Brigada Creativa, $11 and Feather pen by Hach, $8

and Express Gratitude...

Thank you cards by Sweet Perversion, $16

and Reclaim Old Habits...

Necklace by Brookadelphia, sold and Charm by Charmstar, sold.

and Go Here and There.

Giclee print by Farouche, $35 and "Blue Paris" photograph by Alicia Block, $35

Handmade Holidays Under $50 Gift Guide

More finds from Etsy designers:


Plate by Circa Ceramics, $30 and Perpetual Calendar by Little Brown Pen, $49


Bubble Lace Ring by Colleen Baran, $49 and Moss Cluster by Flores del Sol, $35


Felt Brooch by AAliciaAccessories, $40 and Swag Bowl by Jill Rosenwald, $40


Clutch by Garden Dub, $30 and Favorite Year Pendant by Chocolate & Steel, $38


Clock by uncommon, $45 and Candle Holder by Stave Creations, $28

Handmade Holidays Under $25 Gift Guide

Custom Stationary by Silhouette Blue, $25 and Feather Ring by Dillon Designs, $8


Felt Poppy Brooch by VaivaNat, $19 and Necklace by Lara Lewis, $19


Canvas Pouch by Modern Radar, $14 and Big Ideas Journal by Chewing the Cud, $13.50


Epershand Necklace by Isette, $24 and Macaw Print by Sharon Montrose, $25

Etsy Valentine Gift Guide

I like to keep Valentine's low-key, but by no means do I condone ignoring the day because it happens to feel like a consumer-marketing-blitz-type holiday. Call me shallow, or romantic, or materialistic, or whatever... But I think it's a cute holiday that requires a little attention on my blog.

Since I think a thoughtful card and a little bauble are ideal gift pairings...here are some cute little items from Etsy that would make anyone smile.

For your chick:

"Love" Card by Dutchdoor, $4 / Necklace by Local Library $32


Card by desTroy $3.75 and Ring by ChainChainChained, $16

For your guy:

Card by Elise Joy, $6 for 4 and Cufflinks by Crimson King $15

Card by Sweet Pea Ink, $3.50 and Tee by Ampersand Shoppe, $22

Gift Guide: 2009 Calendars

I love little calendars for someone's office or home desk...as long as you keep them small. Here are some cute Etsy examples.


Sitting Pretty Printable Calendar
by Blue Tricycle


Cupcakes Make Me Happy Calendar
by Yee Haw


Typography Wall Calendar
by Oven Door Owl


Keep Calm and Carry On Inspired DIY Calendar
by Little Brown Pen

{This post is dedicated to my calendar loving friend, Drea!}

Gift Guide: Cool hand-detailed duds

Here are some cool clothing items from Etsy, the best place to find unique stuff:

This $20 tee by Xenotees lists the collective names of over 100 animals.

A prickle of porcupines? A romp of otters?

I think this is a fun tee for any animal lover or person who loves random trivia.

This tee with a chandelier screenprinted is unexpected and v. cool for $32.

By Pretty Raccoon...an Etsy store w/ tons of great designs.

And this ruffle jacket by Thai designer, Ananya, is only $40.

While you may not be able to get it by the holidays, I think it's a great find!

And last is a t-shirt detailed with three sweet fabrics giving this $52 shirt some sass.

Part of the Dear Collection of designs.

Frugal Fashionista Gift Guide

Today's gift guide is focused on all things fashiony and under $25.

Build a fashion-lovers library:


Books by Project Runway designer, Daniel Vosovic and judge, Nina Garcia.
Lucky magazine editors style guide. Or a tome on design legend, Balenciaga.

Jcrew has some cute finds on sale:

Polka Dot socks for $7, and Tank w/ chiffon corsage detail for $19.

And Old Navy is a great place for functional basics w/ cute details:

Sherpa zipped jacket coziness for $25. Button trimmed leggings for under $15.

Bluefly is always a great place for outfit-making details:

Fashion Focus $25 double-belt or silver belt w/ studs are perfect for cinching in layered pieces!