Etsy Finds: Live and Let Dye
Lately I've been noticing an emerging trend that utilizes some very traditional dyeing techniques. Hand-dyed yarn and fabric are back in full swing and are being used to create everything from modern colorful dresses, t-shirts, skirts and leggings to pillows, table linens, bags and accessories. I'm …
Etsy Finds: Furnishing the Fantasy
I've been saving up to get my first set of "adult furniture" (no more Ikea for this gal!), and there's no better place to find awe-inspiring, talented furniture designers than right here on Etsy. Whether you're looking for contemporary silhouettes or familiar favorites, the Furniture category is chock-full of …
Etsy Finds: An Affair to Remember
I know I'm not the only one who has dreamed of her wedding since she was a wee one: what it would look like, where it would be, and don't even get me started on the dress. There are infinite settings in which to create a dream wedding, and pulling it off with panache doesn't have to be as difficult as everyone makes it …
Etsy Finds: The New Old School
There are many things in life that you can teach yourself: sewing a hem, making delicious hummus, and playing the harmonica are some accomplished examples. The do-it-yourself ethos runs deep and strong here on Etsy, but there's another facet to this creative treasure trove. Today's Etsy Finds are devoted …
Handmade Kids: Wooden Toys and Classic Looks
I love children's items that withstand the test of time. A handmade quilt, a classic vintage storybook, sturdy wooden toy — these are a few of my favorite things. In fact, I have quite a few stored in my parents' attic waiting to spring to life again once I have kids! In my opinion, kids dressed like little …
Etsy Finds: South of the Border
In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican army's defeat over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. In other areas of the world, Cinco de Mayo has become a traditional holiday to honor Mexican culture and traditions, paying special attention to the wonderful food, beverages, music, dance, art …
Etsy World Tour: Get Your New Years Squirt Gun Ready & Thai One On
With Thailand in the news right now, we turned to EasternlyYours, an Etsy shop run by three Thai women. During this time of protest and unrest, the Thai are still celebrating their New Year holiday. EasternlyYours told us that even though there "are protests and violence in certain areas of Bangkok right …
Happy Easter!
Did the Easter bunny bring you many a handmade or vintage treat this morning? We hope so!Have a wonderful day with your friends and family.Love, Etsy See more Holiday Posts | Browse the Holidays Category | Search for Vintage Eggs
(Hippie) Handmade Weddings: Circa 1972, Baby!
Growing up, I always had a flair for the theatrical. I think I inherited this inclination from my awesome hippie parents. You see, my parents’ 1972 Hippie Wedding is a thing of legend in the small town of Alameda, California. New in town, they posted signs on telephones poles inviting the town-folk to attend …
Personal Passover Traditions: Afikomen
Last year I shared my grandmother’s version of my mother’s Matzah Ball Soup. This year, instead of sharing a food memory, I’ll share my favorite Passover custom: the hiding (and seeking) of the Afikomen. In a nutshell, at the beginning of the Passover Seder, half of the middle of three pieces of Matzah (called the …
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