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Etsy Finds: A Toast to Oktoberfest

2009-10-03T09:00:00-05:00

"O'zapft is!" This is how the mayor opens the world's largest fair, Oktoberfest, every autumn in Munich. It translates in English to "It's tapped!", which means that it's time to start filling your stein with beer. On Etsy, it means it's time to celebrate all things German! For those of us not attending this year, join us in cheerful Bavarian spirit for today's Etsy Finds where you'll find lederhosen, dirndls, pretzels and beer-inspired costumes, collectibles and gifts.

Girl's Dirndl with Floral Headpiece

By LuLusPetalsTX, $80.

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Vintage Alpine House Thermometer

From lunaparkfoundry, $14.99.

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Vintage German Coffee Jar

From prairieantiques, $16.50.

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Vintage German Porcelain Pitcher

From rosepetalsvintage, $49.

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Open Daily Berlin Pillow Cover

By softboiled, $30.

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Cuckoo clock screenprinted necktie

By toybreaker, $40.

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Everyday Savannah Bag

By chauwall, $45.

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Handpainted Black Forest Plate

By isobelblake, $30.

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Women or Girls Red Cape

By loverdoversclothing, $20.

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Dirndl-bag Spatzilein for Traditionals

By Rosenfee, $35.

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Vintage Brass Trophy Mugs

From nocarnations, $14.

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Delft Blue Corset

By nickireid, $150.

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SALE Sweet German Figurines

From abundantcuriosities, $6.99.

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Vintage Grimm's Fairy Tales Plate

From filecutter, $14.99.

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Forest Ring - Choose Your Size

By dillondesigns, $8.

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German Love And Likor Shirt

By CubistLiterature, $25.

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Beer's Best Friend Cookie

By buttermilkbakeshop, $7.

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Blue Sausage with Sashiko Stitch

By Mairuru, $9.50.

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Vintage 1960's Heidi Dress

From margaretpearl, $34.

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Set of 8 Mustache Pint Glasses

By BreadandBadger, $100.

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Vintage European Antlers

From ajpaul, $50.

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Oatmeal Stout Beer Soap

By BeautifulSoaps, $4.99.

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Personalized Stein -Customizable

By StudioElan, $36.

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Iron Deer Coin Bank/Door Stop

From highstreetmarket, $48.

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Cuckoo Clock Placemats

By girlscantell, $28.

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Vintage Silver/Porcelain Coasters

From tentpitcher, $19.

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Choker with Vintage Button

By Folk, $14.

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2 Vintage 1950s Deer Beer Glasses

From dollsandmolls2, $9.99.

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Vintage Grey Leather Lederhosen

From buttonsnsuch, $30.

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Felt Eye Glasses and Gadget Set

By FERUTOBags, $60.

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Horn Bottle Opener

From julieannis, $15.

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Gnome Light Blue Pint Glass

By EtchYourHeartOut, $14.

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Jam-filled German Cookies

By dLischka, $10.

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Sausage Light Switch Cover

By julietew, $5.

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Vintage German Postcard

From OldeTymeNotions, $1.50.

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German Musketeer Nutcracker

From VintageZen, $98.

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Gift Guides | Shop Local Germany | Oktoberfest Blog Posts | Gift Ideas

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Camera Obscura: Lightning Bolt's 13 Monsters

2009-07-24T17:30:00-05:00

"PAPER RAD is a Pittsburgh, PA/Northampton, MA collective that has bubbled under the elastic waistline of the world’s slacks for over a decade, tickling its privates and filling its diapers." — Load Records

The collective behind the music video 13 Monsters, Paper Rad, utilizes a low-fi style that crosses many genres and art movements. Their frenetic collage-like animations match the pace and explosive vibe of the noise band Lightning Bolt. For me it's a perfect match of intensity in sound and vision. Paper Rad's DIY aesthetic uses pure RGB colors, no scanning of images and no use of a wacom tablet for digital imaging. This work takes pop art a step further by collaging images from culture's near past and reclaiming them into a mash-up of pop nostalgia and cartoon chaos.

The band Lightning Bolt came out of the RISD / Fort Thunder art and music scene in the mid-nineties. Fort Thunder was known for the brightly colored posters that covered the walls to promote the underground music concerts they hosted.

I find Paper Rad's use of bright primary colors, frenzied cutting and playful cartoon look exhilarating. In searching for related items for this video I went looking for neon and fluorescent colors, animal masks, gnomes, cartoons, rock posters, graffiti, lightning bolts, monsters, superheroes, unicorns, skulls and analog video goodies.

Set of 5 Colorful Gnomes

By happysilence, $20.

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Skull Bandana Digital Print

By TurnerHillikerArt, $12.

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LOCA CHICA

By taylorsays, $200.

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Mega-Bytes Finger Puppets (set of three)

By TheHookery, $7.

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Macrame Owl Necklace - Golden Poppy Yellow

By macraMe, $10.

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Super Hero Doll

By MiniMonster, $19.

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RED DEVIL Happy Monster Backpack

By ArtsiBitsi, $35.

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Panda Mask

By lupin, $19.75.

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My Pet Monster Palm Puppet (Super Monster)

By TheHookery, $17.

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KolOr BReaKdOwn

By SCHiZO, $130.

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Calculator Robot Pouch

By anatomyofaskirt, $40.

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Paper Mache bike 012

By mumbreeze, $20.

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Olive the Recycled Curtain Unicorn

By handmadepretties, $25.

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CUSTOM LEGGINGS TEMPLATE

By ruffeoheartslilsnoty, $78.

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Keyboard Zipper Pouch w/Detachable Ring- Red

By TooToo, $14.

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AQUA FACE - size medium

By joshreames, $20.

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Little T.V. Brooch

By zoxi, $6.

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Jokull the Ice Deer

By amccahon, $17.

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What Etsy items would you add to this post? Leave a link in the comments!

Items Tagged "Neon" on Etsy | The Paper Rad Collective | More Camera Obscura Posts

Beyond Homes for Gnomes: A Terrarium Round Up With Naughty Secretary Club

2009-06-05T14:48:00-05:00

Jennifer Perkins is the woman behind the blog, book, and jewelry website Naughty Secretary Club. What you probably don't know about Jennifer is that she has a small fetish for terrariums — so much so that she dedicated an entire week on her blog to the homes for gnomes. Check out her blog to learn about the top 10 terrarium tutorials of the web, a journey back in terrarium time, how to make a wedding themed terrarium, and a terrarium shopping guide. Here's Jennifer.

My love for terrariums began as a centerpiece. Several years ago one of my fellow Austin Craft Mafia members was getting hitched, and in true crafty style, she asked our little group to whip up the centerpieces for her wedding, in lieu of buying a gift to celebrate her nuptials. As I sat looking at my collection of vintage wedding cake toppers, it dawned on me that a wedding themed terrarium would be perfect. Terrariums are no longer just homes for gnomes: they are centerpieces, home décor, jewelry and more.

shroom terrarium. (brooch)

AlasMyDear is my kinda Etsian, making a terrarium wearable. $14.

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Terrarium print

Geninne has whipped up a terrarium that does not need a lick of sunlight. $25.

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Terrarium Print

Most terrariums have a gnome residing, but not theblackapple's version: a cute little pair of love birds call her terrarium home. $18.

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Vintage House Plant Water Garden and Terraiums Books

This book is a must if you are thinking of planting a terrarium. From Gopherella, $14.

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Terrarium Plush

Have you ever wanted to rest your sleepy head on a terrarium? Prettylilthings and her plushies have now made it possible. $38.

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SALE - REDUCED Rare Kitsch - Faux Terrarium Inflatable Footstool

When your dogs are barking, take a load off with erratichabits' vintage inflatable terrarium footstool. $60.

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Vintage 1973 The Terrarium Book Illustrated

Vintagejunque has just the book to get you started on your first terrarium. $5.50.

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Giant Terrarium - PRINT

emmaklingbeil has a fun array of terrarium prints. $13.

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habitat no. 1

Prefer your terrariums subtle and sweet? doodleandhoob have just the print for you. $20.

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Terrarium Kit with Vintage Gnome and Deer

Check out my line of Crafty Curios to find the perfect terrarium accoutrements. By NaughtySecretaryClub, $10.

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Hanging Orbs - card set

Send your friends a terrarium-gram with one of these blank cards by bestiaryink. $10.

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House Plants For The Purple Thumb Book

No need to fret about making your terrarium! storybookcharm has a book that will hold your hand through the entire process. $7.

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Check out terrarium week on the Naughty Secretary Club Blog, and look at all the pretty terrarium pictures on Flickr!

View More Terrarium Posts | Search for Terrariums | View More Posts from Naughty Secretary Club

Etsy Finds Decor: Alpine Kitsch

2009-05-10T10:00:00-05:00

This weekend's Get the Look: Decor is inspired by the German chalet of Hannah Kopacz from Made With Love By Hannah (who actually lives in the heart of downtown Los Angeles). Hannah has created an incredible fantasy land filled with gnomes, mushrooms, cuckoo clocks and vintage figurines that are an accumulation of over twenty years of knick knack and tchotchke collecting. She even made her studio (which is a shed in her backyard) look like a huge cuckoo clock!

Visit Etsy's There's No Place Like Here flickr pool to view more photos of Hannah's magical chalet, and check out the Etsy Finds below for some creative decorating ideas on how you can add some lighthearted enchantment to the place you call home. As an added bonus, be sure to check out Hannah's house tour from Etsy's video series, There's No Place Like Here. Click on the image below to watch the movie.

Home is made of...

You don't have to live in a cozy chalet to appreciate the messages spelled out in this series of prints by Melanie Linder. By spreadthelove, $17.

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Order Small Scrolls - Handmade Wilderness Project

If you love the rustic look of taxidermy but are a bit of an animal activist, this beautifully papered, resin deer head is 100% animal friendly. By rubyslounge, $345.

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Tiny Nightlight Dutch Holland Wooden Shoe Clog Lamp

This wooden clog lamp is the perfect night light to keep you and your gnome friends safe from tripping over a mushroom on a dark, moonless night. From shihtzuwest, $28.

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Little Red Agaric Mushroom - Hand Sewn Limited Edition Creation

Every nook and corner of Hannah's home is overflowing with every species of fungi imaginable. This handsewn specimen captures every detail of what makes mushrooms so irresistible. By LittleSparrowNest, $34.50.

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Kissing Boy and Girl Salt and Pepper Shakers

I am pretty sure that Hannah's huge collection of ceramic figurines would win any tchotchke challenge. This set of kissing salt and pepper shakers (typically called "kissing cousins") would make any meal taste sweet. From kissavintagedesign, $20.

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Large Primitive Keepsake Shelf - Custom Colors Available

If you collect as many trinkets and tchotchkes as Hannah, these handmade keepsake shelves are a great way to display your collections. By Sawdusty, $28.

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SALE- Vintage Wooden Swiss Chalet Music Box

This vintage Swiss Chalet music box would look perfect on a night table or bedroom dresser. From thebuttercup, $16.

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Sweet Little Wooden Shoes Made in Holland

This set of handpainted clogs would add a bit of dimension hanging on the wall in your living room, kitchen or hallway. Coat the inside with a little waterproofing spray and add your favorite plant for a unique wall hung planter. By AuntiePrincess, $10.

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Dutch Print Wrap Pinafore Apron Maxi Dress with Patch Pockets

I would imagine living in a beautiful chalet would make one want to dress the part. This amazing vintage Dutch print apron dress will turn any homeowner into an instant top chef. From shopgoodgrace, $85.

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Wonderful Folksy Seasons Cup with Plate - Spring

Serve your guests tea and tiny sweets on this colorful set of folksy dishware. From shopworthy, $8.

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Unique Vintage Lithograph of Dayalets Photo Illustration 1950

I love Hannah's collection of anthropomorphic vegetables displayed throughout her kitchen.
This is one of a set of 12 vintage lithographs of human portraits made with food, known as Dayalets. They were produced to inform people of the importance of a balanced diet. From robynruth, $12.99.

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little mutt vintage 60's 70's BIG EYED white puppy dog velvet painting

Hannah has an incredible hall of vintage velvet paintings. This gem is in great condition and is the perfect start to a collection of your own. From RockyMountainRetro, $35.

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The Smallest Cuckoo

Cuckoo clocks are everywhere throughout Hannah's home. I would love to hear the sweet little chirp of the bird who lives inside this miniature working version. From johnnyvintage, $38.50.

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Did you watch the amazing video showing off Hannah's space? Make sure to check out the guided tour! For more on Hannah's projects, tchotchkes and gettin' shack wacky, check out her blog and Flickr stream.

Looking for more styles and interiors? Check out our new video series, There's No Place Like Here, where creative types show us their unique spaces — infused with their aesthetic and filled with the treasures they collect. Get involved and show us your amazing space in this flickr pool.

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There's No Place Like Here: Made with Love by Hannah

2009-04-22T15:24:00-05:00

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(music by Lineland, Barry London, animation by JuliaPott)

What's it like to live in a fantastical German chalet in the heart of downtown Los Angeles? Hannah Kopacz of Made With Love By Hannah has customized her colorful abode with twenty years' worth of knick knack and ric rac treasure hunting. Take a tour of her packed home, overflowing with vintage and handmade gnomes, figurines, mushrooms and veggie people.

For more on Hannah's projects, tchotchkes and gettin' shack wacky, check out her blog and Flickr stream. She even made her studio (which is a shed in her backyard) look like a huge cuckoo clock!

Open your door to Etsy's There's No Place Like Here series! If you have a beautiful space (studio, home, or boutique — not craft spaces), let us know. Add photos of your space or suggest photos to us through our new flickr pool. You never know, you might need to bust out the welcome wagon for the Etsy video crew!

Watch other Etsy videos | Decorating Posts | Get the Look series

Trends: Gnomes and Fairy Tales

2008-11-21T15:16:00-05:00

If you've seen a resurgence of gnomes, toadstools, and miniature cottages where fairy tales of the tiny variety might occur, you're not imagining things. Today's trend is inspired by the world as illustrated in Grimm's Fairy Tales, full of Bavarian-inspired imagery and little men that live inside red and white spotted mushrooms. Bring out the cuckoo clocks and wear your finest dirndl, as this story is about to get interesting!

Trends | Woodland and Feathers Gift Guide | Woodland Creature Posts

Etsy Finds: There's no place like gnome...

2007-10-30T10:00:00-05:00

I have a penchant for all things made of fiber and funny mythical creatures, so it is no wonder that this clever wooly Halloween costume caught my eye. This mischievous gnome apparel was crafted by clevergirl out of felted mohair and wool. The trick-or-treater who is lucky enough to sport this costume will look like he freshly escaped from the garden.