Some More Etsy Lovin' - Aqua Christmas Style

In an effort to help support small businesses this holiday season, I've brought you some more Christmas pretties that I've gathered from Etsy. Some old and some new. I'm not too sure about borrowed but some definitely blue!!




Above is a set of vintage Shiny Brites still in their original box at efinegifts. A truly fantastic shop.

Below, linocut/letterpress aqua and red Christmas garland from rubyvictoria. There are 22 printed coaster tags on each strand of twine. I think I'd string them along the top of my kitchen cabinets or above my double windows. Great to keep out all winter, too!!






I absolutely love this aqua and red stocking found at kathischristmas. Polka dots and daisies are two of my favorite things. : )





This pillowcase dress found at graceparks is perfect for that little girl in your life.





And while you're shopping for that special little girl, stop by ViviansKitchen to pick up some hand-felted goodies, too!! Good luck picking out just one. They're all absolutely yummy to look at!!!








This beautiful yarn wreath can be found at HeartfeltYarnWreaths where you can find a large selection of yarn wreaths including many holiday ones.


I really love the aqua ceramic stars that I found at MissPottery. They are wonderful for a rustic touch or for a country home. Great for the beach house too!





Who can resist this incredibly gorgeous rhinestone snowflake hair comb??? I found it at OhFaro.





At the top of my list of Etsy favorites is this adorable holiday house that I found at HolidayHouseStudio. I love all of the sparkle and the two chimneys!!






If you're looking for that extra special Christmas card this could be the one for you!! I found this at aLittleCard and loved it. I also love the little rhinestones that have been added for a little sparkle.





Loaded with flower pick balls and flocked bells, chenille stems and foiled leaves this gorgeous 1950's corsage is being offered at thelongacreflea. Such a pretty addition to your Christmas outfit.





And, if you're like me and are stuck making the Christmas dinner (I really don't mind!!), do it in style with this beautiful retro colored apron from CreativeChics.




I'll be back tomorrow with some more Etsy gift ideas!! : )


Many blessings ~ Wendy

What I'm Lovin' on Etsy - Monday Edition . . .

This Christmas season, I've made the conscious decision to keep things as simple and cost effective as possible. I've set a limit for each child and I'm really going to try to stick to it. We don't use credit cards anymore. That makes a HUGE difference in spending for us. Having the awareness that you're done once the cash is gone whether you want to be or not is a real eye opener. We do keep a card for emergency purposes only but that's it.

I'd also like to give "handmade" when possible so I've been perusing Etsy a lot in the past couple of days. I am truly an Etsy addict when I'm allowed to be!! It has grown and changed so much since I first discovered it several years ago. The photos that people post of their offerings are phenomenal and really make you have to raise the bar on your own. I wanted to share a few samples of just some of the wonderful things I've marked as "favorites" during the last few days.



Above is a gorgeous handmade patchwork child's quilt that I found at SweetPeaandCo and below is a beautiful vintage plaid carrying case found at susantique. I love, love, love this!!!




I fell in love with this antique gathering basket that can be found at ImSoVintage.




A cordial tea trio from the 1970's found at forEYESandHANDS.



Above is a 1950's sky blue baby boy's onesie with bowtie that I found at starfriendsonearth.

Below is a pair of white and mauve porcelain earrings from NotenboomCeramics.





I'm loving this antique spice tin set that I found at WillowTreeAntiques.


This owl powder box is beyond adorable!! I found it at Mmim along with a whole lot of other goodies that are perfect to give as gifts or to put a little something something inside. : )



When I first found this vintage Italian necklace I would've bet the ranch it was edible!! Imagine my surprise when I saw that it was beads!! This can be found at socaljewelbox.



Above, I found this little cat plush cutie at dancingintherains. There are many other equally adorable offerings to be found there too.


And keeping with the child's theme, I found this sweet little cotton onesie at CausticThreads.
Her shop is choc full of wonderful handmades for all ages!!


And finally, I couldn't resist this vintage Kodak Holiday Flash Brownie camera. I see so many great vintage cameras when I'm catching up on some of my favorite blogs. This one caught my eye and I thought would make someone very happy on Christmas morning!!

So tomorrow I will be back with my Etsy Lovin' Tuesday Edition. I'm honestly having so much fun doing this and I hope it shows!!! : )


Many blessings for a happy day ~ Wendy