Etsy Finds Vintage: Uniformly Yours
The iconography and distinguished attributes of uniforms just can't be denied. So prim, so proper, so dignified! These military inspired finds remix the structure and accoutrements of a life of civil service. Be you cavalry or conscript, wear your badges proudly and wave your flag high! Vintage Marching …
Fresh Shops: RimaDesigns
I was recently searching for capes and things with hoods (hoodlets, perhaps?) on Etsy and came across the sheer genius of rimadesigns. This Fresh Shop just set up in September 2008. Her capes and hoodlets are just too well designed and functional — thus, they garner some investigation! Here's a little …
Trends: Grey
Earl Grey. Grey Gardens. Gray's Anatomy. Besides these many varied instances, grey (or gray, depending how you spell it) is quite the trend as of late. From clothing to accessories, grey captivates the imaginations of fashionistas the world over. Maybe it's because it's a midway point between black and white, or …
Etsy Finds: Dressin' Up
I don't care if it's winter, summer, fall or spring: I'm a dress enthusiast through and through, no matter what the weather. Regardless of the style, dresses just make a more fashion forward statement than simply resorting to jeans and a t-shirt. Insert some flair into your wardrobe with a handmade or vintage …
Dogs vs Cats Duel: Cats Are More Fashionable than Dogs
Nothing is more heartwarming than a glowering, seething and outraged kitty in a cute handmade sweater. Here are some of my favorite Etsy items to best humiliate your adorable wittle snoogums this winter (and keep your pet warm and toasty, too). This is a very important duel. Vote in the comments below if you …
Dogs vs Cats Duel: Dogs Are More Fashionable
We're all pretty excited about the upcoming vote. On one hand you have a collection of very serious candidates (who are looking a little hot under the collar, rrrrrrrrrrreeeeerrrrrr!) and here you'll see my furry candidates, who take themselves a little less seriously. Look at them posing with a casual sense …
Fresh Shops: commondecency
I recently spotted a new quirky shop on the scene. The seller in question? None other than pillow, tote bag and t-shirt maker commondecency. Their unique combination of antique imagery and contemporary forms is pretty captivating! Here's a little interview we did with this Fresh Shop. Can you tell us a …
Quit Your Day Job: roselabiche
Lucy of roselabiche on Etsy knew she wanted to leave her day job to follow her dreams of starting her own business. She set out with a business plan, left her job, began selling on Etsy and soon became successful enough with her sales to support herself and her new family. A day in the life of Lucy includes …
Costume Ideas
Are you having a hard time figuring out what to be for Halloween? You could always go with Buttonhead's tattoo idea above! (Speaking of temporary tattoos, click here to see a selection.) Check out these items from Etsy sellers. You can collaborate with a talented Etsy artist if you're not up for making your own …
