Charm Design is home to some of the most beautiful bags and fabrics I know of! Maybe it’s ’cause I love all things Asian, or perhaps because I am particularly a sucker for cherry blossom prints…?? Either way it’s a fantastic shop with all kinds of wonderful goodies in it, from market totes to zipper pouches to granny bags. Also, Ranja Lee, owner of Charm Design has opened up a wonderful online fabric shop with her sister…it’s a must see for all of you other sewing mavens out there…it’s called IKS FABRIC so check it out! Here are my current favorites from her shop…I bought the Birds in Forest Market Tote on sight…I couldn’t help it…could you???

“Birds In Forest Market Tote” $36

“Animal Forest, Pink, Market Tote” $36.00

“Black Zakuro Market Tote” $28.50

(All designs and photos are property of Charm Design!!!)

A friend of mine has an absolutely adorable little BARELY 1 year old…and I keep wanting to buy a bunch of little hair clips for her…so I’ve been searching far and wide on Etsy and I came across Glamorous Girl!  I was attracted to the variety of colors and designs that are available.  I LOVE the vintage Luau set and the Flower Bouquet Headband goes with any outfit plus it’s reversible!

“Luau, Vintage Set of Hairpins” $7

“Ivory Sage, Set of Two Clips” $3

“Flower Bouquet, Reversible Fabric Headband” $6

(All designs and photos are property of Glamorous Girl!)

I really thought of one person in particular when I saw these hats, so Holly if you’re reading this…this one’s for you!  I love each one of these hats for different reasons.  It’s the attention to detail and the personality that each hat has that makes each one special!  The fabric on the Johnny Appleseed hat is so cute…what’s better than apples and velvet…honestly?  And of course I can’t resist the red detail on the Annie Cap…I have a thing for red…so if you have a chance, check out the Piper and Paisley shop at Etsy, or their website!

“Annie Cap” $43

“Johnny Appleseed Cap” $43

“The Flora Hat” $30

(All images and designs are property of Piper and Paisley!)

I was looking for some vintage buttons on Etsy when I came across Mom-O-Matic’s Automat shop! I fell instantly in love with her vintage flower button rings and felt the need to share. I’m partial to the pearly pink one, all though I love the design of the purple flower too. I thought they were a perfect little pop of spring on your finger…or maybe just a little piece of unexpected flair for your outfit. Either way they are totally fun and I think everyone needs one! There more designs in the shop to be had, I was just partial to the ones with petals!  (Added bonus - the pink one’s on SALE!!!)

“Pearly Pink Vintage Button Ring” $3 SALE!!!

“Purple Peony Ring” $10

“Moss Rose Vintage Button and Brass Ring” $9

(All images and designs are property of Mom-O-Matic!)

If “A delightful disarray of found objects and clutter” sounds like a party to you, like it does to me - then Flutter in Portland, Oregon is the place for you to visit! With everything antique and vintage from velvet tufted parlor sofas to 1950’s plastic ballerina cake toppers there is much to see and covet! Apothecary items, books, bedding collections made from antique and vintage fabrics and tassels, and even a line using recycled antique kimonos will greet you as you enter. If there was something you were looking for once upon a time, it’s there. There is also resident designer Julia Barbee of Frocky Jack Morgan, who will delight you with her fantastical and fabulous deconstructed clothing line. Once described as “what Alice must have felt like as she tumbled down the hole to wonderland”, Flutter is an adventure in shopping waiting to happen! My apologies in advance for the long photo post, but I couldn’t help it!

I am always looking for new artwork and thought this week would be perfect for some Spring influenced pieces. So it’s no surprise that Vol. 25 caught my eye! I just felt like I could feel the warm Spring sunshine, and feel the wind in my face. The bright and upbeat colors made me feel like heading to a park for a picnic! I would love to see some on my walls…how about you???

Jessica from Vol. 25 has also graciously offered a coupon for Indie Love readers…just use coupon code “INDIELOVE” in the Vol. 25 Etsy Shop! Convo her before you check out and let her know about the coupon.

“Chirp Away” 8×10 $20

“Birdline” 8×10 $20

“Hello World” 8×10 $20

(All images are property of Vol.25 Modern Art.)

Do you know someone who sews?  Wanna get them something totally cute?  These pincushions by Betz White are your ticket!  Every time I see something like this, I wish I knew how to sew…so I could justify having one on my desk…and then I think….awww hell…I may as well get one anyway…just cause they’re so adorable!  Not only are they the cutest thing you ever saw, but they are made from recycled sweaters…so they’re eco-friendly little pin cushions…what could be better?  She’s running a special for mother’s day right now…they come packaged in a lovely box with a bow..no wrapping necessary…that’s the way I like it!

“Chocolate Cupcake Pincushion with Giftbox” $38

“Cup O Joe Pincushion” $42

Other cupcake designs!!! Mmmmmm….

(All yummy designs and images are property of Betz White.)

I found Margrietje on etsy while searching for birdies, I’m sure that’s a pretty common search over there…but I was so taken with her beautiful pieces that I had to share them with you! They are made using polymer clay, which she then paints decorative themes onto. I absolutely love the sense of whimsey and the beautiful colors. The amount of work that must go into all of the little details amazes me! (I am in the process of asking about a custom order…you gotta love etsy!)

Top Left - “Light Blue Birdie Hand-Painted Pendant” $23

Top Right - “Bloom White Hand-Painted Pin/Pendant” $23

Bottom Left - “Flying High Hand-Painted Pendant” 25

(All images and designs are property of Margrietje!)

Delia’s Delight jewelry is one of the artists featured in the Indie Love Spring Guide! It’s her attention to detail, creative use of color, and understanding of texture that always catches my eye. I have chosen two of my favorite pieces from her Etsy Shop. I am loving all things white this season, don’t know why, I just do! The necklace below has a dragonfly on it, and that reminds me of my mother so I had to pick that one…if by any chance the HUBBY IS READING…this would be an EH-HEM situation.

“Crystal Dream Cuff” $70

“Brass Dragonfly and Amethyst Necklace” $95

(All designs are property of Delia’s Delight!)