www.mollysmommy.com

I was looking for a great gift for a friend of mine who is expecting her first baby...and I came across this wonderful site! Since Springtime is just around the corner, and many new mommies will be popping up all over your world I am sure...take a look at this adorable site where you can have custom necklaces and bracelets made with the baby's name on them! They are simple in sterling and so beautiful...what a wonderful gift for someone you know. Also there are photo necklaces and bracelets, so keep that in mind when you're snapping all those newborn baby photos! 8) Check out http://www.mollysmommy.com/ and surprise your sister, cousin, friend, or wife with a truly sentimental keepsake!

"All Stacked Up Necklace" $55

"Double Photo Necklace" Starting at $120

(All photos by http://www.mollysmommy.com/)

Suuskeramiek on Etsy!!!

First I would like to apologize fo rmy recent absence...I have been out of town and should have posted that in the beginning! And then I would like to get to today's post! 8)

I was looking for some cute little mugs or bowls on etsy and I came across the Suuskeramiek Etsy store. The work is very well done and truly beautiful and I am trying to resist the Fondue set...but it's getting rather difficult! On top of that there are these pink and black Espresso cups that are calling me...take a peek:

"2 ESPRESSO cups" $39

"Chocolate Fondue Set"

"5 Piece Tapas Set" $49

(All photos property of http://www.suuskeramiek.com/ .)

RFiveDesigns on Etsy!!!

Ok...so if you've been reading my blog you'll notice that I have a problem...I really amADDICTED to the color red...so this next choice should come as no surprise. It's the"Fleece Square Cap and Matching Scarf" from RFiveDesigns on Etsy...it looks SUPERcomfy and is no doubt really warm. I love the freestyle stitching and since it's a samplesale you can snatch up the hat AND scarf for only $20! Also check out their coasters andother fun accessories at their Etsy Store!

"Fleece Square Cap and Matching Scarf" $20



"Rfive 4-Coaster Set" $20

(Photos by R Five Designs Etsy)

Karen's Body Beautiful

The Coco Lime Moisturizing Body Lotion from Karen's Body Beautiful not only keeps your skin smooth and hydrated...but MAN DOES IT SMELL GOOD!!! It feels good, it smells good, and the natural ingredients are good for you too! You can even pamper your man, as she carries a full line of men's products as well.

At Karen's Body Beautiful their belief is that "health, beauty and wellness are entwined" and I would have to agree! The cream is soft, velvety and light...no oily residue, it just quenches your skin and makes you feel pampered! Please stop by her site and look around! Or, if you're in the area...they have a store on Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn as well and have been there since 2003!

Cranberry Cocktail Shampoo $12 &
White Tea Herbal Conditioner $16

"Sweet Pear Body Butter $16"

"Green Tea Face Lotion for Men $14"

(All photos by Karensbodybeautiful.com)

Coquito Designs

I am really excited about this new line that I am coming out with. They are affordable and fun vintage lucite necklaces! I was trying to mix old and new in a modern and easy to wear way...and came up with these pieces. Most are made with brushed vermeil beads and vintage lucite, I just like the juxtaposition of the materials. I am still working on bracelets, and earrings, and some designs in silver also...but I would appreciate any feedback you might have! They will be part of my new spring line. I have a few on the Coquito Designs site for now...more to come!

Thanks for looking!
Sorry about the shameless plug...but it IS friday...8)

"Jordyn"


"Nadia 2"

"Reid 2"

(All Photos property of Coquito Designs.)

Pamela Tang on Etsy

If you have a thing for silk like I do...and you're looking for some truly beautiful bedding...or cushions or handmade journals...PLEASE look at this Etsy artist's work! Her name is Pamela Tang and she was born and raised in Australia and now lives in Singapore. In addition to her talent for unusual one of a kind pieces on Etsy she is an interior designer. Schooled in both fine arts and Industrial Design, her work shows a boundless knowledge of form and color. She describes her newest creations: "The start of my collection revolves around the reinterpretation of the traditional quilt."

Using sharp lines and fresh fabrics with an organic feel these pieces are modern and yet soft. The baby blankets make a beautiful gift, and the blankets and runners make you want to spoil yourself! So go ahead...take a peek...it will be a treat!


"Pink Quilt for Babies"



"Pink Silk Bedding"



"Moss Green Raw Silk Cushion"



"Silk Quilted Books"

(All photos by Pamela Tang)

www.fosterweld.com

I was searching for some Etsy items for my husband and came across some really interesting distressed designs by FosterWeld on Etsy. Everything from belt buckles, to mirrors, to tables, to lighting can be found on their website. There are so many items I would post...pretty much the whole site! But I picked my favorites below.

A lot of the pieces are scratched and dipped in paint, or have paint drips on them. They're really well done, I have seen so many attempts at this style and it's hard to pull it off if you're not careful and really decisive about where you use your color and textures. There's even a pink skull belt buckle...if I wore a belt...I'd have to have it! Please check out the FosterWeld Etsy Store, and the Fosterweld site too...you won't be disappointed!

"Distressed Mirrors With Rivets"


"SAFETY side tables STEEL"

"SKULL steel belt buckle distressed black and Hot pink"

"STRETCH LINE STEEL BUCKLES DISTRESSED"


(All images by Fosterweld.com)

Ananda Khalsa

I found Ananda Khalsa about a year or so ago, and was so taken with her work that I now own 4 pieces! They are quality pieces made with the utmost care and attention to every detail no matter how small. Calm, beautiful jewelry that is inspiring and full of meaning. Asian-inspired, mini, one-of-a-kind water color paintings are carefully set behind glass and set into sterling silver to create earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings and even pins!. If you have not been to her site please take a peek, there are many wonderful things to be found there!

"Hinged Bluebird Bracelet"

"Crane Necklace and Earrings"

"Autumn Maple Necklace"

"Spring Rings"

(All photos property of Ananda Khalsa)

The Dippy Chick!!!

I have been a member of The Switchboards for awhile now, it's an online forum of Indie Designers and Crafters who are very talented, and helpful!

My next pick is from this online forum. I know...it's not fashion related...but it is an Indie Designer...a designer of FOOD! (my other favorite thing...8) Dippy Chick is a wonderful company offering ready made dry dips for parties!! They are packaged beautifully and when you recieve them, all you have to do is add your yogurt, sour cream, mayo, tofu etc...and you have DIP! A fantastic idea isn't it....and aside from that, there is the fact that owner Christine Hanisco is a mother who understands kids with allergies! So all of her dips are gluten free! You can even find that some recipes are more specific to other dietary needs...please check out her "Special Diets" page! Look her up and let her know where you found her fab dips!

(Images by DippyChick.com)

Simply Devine on Etsy!

I was perusing the scarves on Etsy because...lets face it, it's finally COLD here in NY...and I came across this beautiful scarf! As luck would have it..it's my FAVORITE COLOR...RED!!! I love the texture and the tones together and I love how big and comfy it looks! It's definitley on my favorites list!!! Please check out her store Simply Devine there are more scarves where this one came from and they are all works of warm, comfy art! Let her know where you find her if you do make your way over there...Happy Indie Shopping!

"Radical Ruby Scarf"

(All Photos by Simply Devine.)

Qulit Baby on Etsy!

Spring is almost here, and I didn't want to leave out the little bundles of joy soon to be making their appearances! A friend of mine is preggers, and we are SO EXCITED...sooo...of course I've been looking around for some baby STUFF!! I found this beautiful shop on Etsy called QuiltBaby...they have the most adorable bibs, and blankets and pillows...I have 2 sets in my favorites one for a girl and one for a boy that I am going to buy once the baby is born! In the meantime...please take a look below I've picked out some of my favorites! Check out her shop and let her know where you found her cutie-pie designs!

"Pink Jelly Beans Quilt & Pillow Set" $65



"Set of 3 Soft Squares" $12


"Bird Bib" $13

Shawn Lovell Metalworks

Ok....so I know that this is probably a slightly unusual post, but I came across this bed in my search for furniture, and I was completely and utterly blown away! It's a work of art...for your bedroom. Handcrafted by artisan Shawn Lovell at Shawn Lovell Metalworks who uses "...traditional forging techniques as well as modern welding fabrication to create her one of a kind pieces." She is truly talented and I came across many pieces on her site that I was in love with as you will see below...but the bed takes the cake. If you have a moment, you have to check it out...her work is organic and free and beautiful! Let her know where you found her and check out the site!

"Tree Bed""Bird Chandelier"

"Tree Branch Trellis"

All photos from Shawn Lovell Metalworks.

Whimsey Press

If you're looking for a way to be crafty this Valentine's Day, let Whimsy Press spark your creative spirit with their lovely double sided wrapping papers! They come in 24"x36" sheets and there are many, many designs to choose from!

I LOVE beautiful paper, cards, journals, and especially WRAPPING PAPER! Whimsy press has all of the above, but the Asian-influenced patterns I picked out here are full of rich reds and pinks and browns, they are sure to make a stunning first impression for any gift you may be giving!!! Here are 2 of my wrapping paper picks, please check them out and let Whimsy know where you saw their fabulous products!

"Haiku" $4.50

Haiku side 1
Haiku Side 2

"Shanghai Holiday" $4.50


Shanghai Side 1
Shanghai Side 2
(All images by Whimsy Press)