I received a lovely set of stationary with my name on it from this shop for the holidays. So I decided to check back and see what was up for Valentine’s Day and I wanted to share it with you! In addition to really beautiful and witty paper products, she also offers printed scarves and dish towels in the most wonderful patterns. So, one stop shop for V-Day people…get the card and the scarf and you’re all good!

“This is not  a Valentine – Set of five mini folded cards” $6.25

“I Fancy You Valentine’s set of 4″ $6.00

“Screen Printed Jersey Scarf  in Light Blue” $25.00

(All images and designs are property of Michelle Brusegaard!)

This next post is, I think one of the coolest things I’ve seen on Esty!  How many of you guys and gals have been married or had a ceremony and still haven’t done a THING with your photos cause you just couldn’t find the right way to present them?  Or how many are looking for a beautiful and fun way to put together a collection of photos for a keepsake….or as a gift for someone special…or…just something to spoil yourself?  You’re gonna hafta check out Imogen Froward on Etsy…these books are just awesome.  In addition to the books, they also offer photo retouching/restoration as well as other graphic needs.  I am shocked that I didn’t find this sooner!

“Alice” $249.99

Custom Keepsake Book and Archive CD

(All images and designs are property of Imogen Froward.)

Awhile back, some of you may remember me posting about Georgie Love, an online Indie collection of talented Australian artists.  Well…they just had a site relaunch and so I couldn’t help myself…I had to let you know!!!  Georgie would love it if you went to visit…(check it out and you’ll see what I mean!!!)  If you are looking for Indie one stop shopping for the Holidays…this is the place to be…they have everything…I mean it…I’m having a hard time staying away!  (Remember, all $ amounts are in AUD.)  Ok, so I found just a few things that I love…is that bad???

For the Woman in Your Life

“Chocolate Family Portrait Long Sleeved Tee” $64.95 AUD by Non Fiction

“Fleur De Lis Pendant” $40.50 AUD by Trove

“Red and Gold Lines Resin Bangle” $44 AUD by Madz has Runway

“Beau Cocktail Ring” $27.50 AUD by Trove

“Eve Hair Ties” $10.00 AUD by Miss Beba

For the Man in Your Life

“Distilation Tee” $64.95 AUD by Non-Fiction

“Drill Wallet” $25.00 AUD by Mistress of the Upper Fifth

“Skull Tie 3″ $27.00 AUD by TEZ

Babes and Tots

“Pure Wool White and Yellow Baby Blanket” $99 AUD by Olofsdaughter

“Alligator Onesie” $18 AUD by Scoops Design

“Pigly Hand Knitted Bib” $30 AUD by Pia Handmade

“Green Bub Beanie” $25 AUD by Deb Ferguson

Gifts for Anytime!

“Robot Notecards” $8 AUD by Dudley Redhead

“Red Bird Keychain” $24 AUD by Dudley Redhead

“Credit/Ticket Card Holder” $15 AUD by Wife

“Smokey Tea Cozy” $34 AUD by Frankie & Ray

(All images and designs are property of each respective artist, C/O Georgie Love!)

I was struck by the beautiful illustration and painstaking work that must go into these pieces by Crank Bunny on Etsy.  I couldn’t believe how much detail there was in them!  They can truly be framed after they are sent, since each one is a work of art.  As a child my favorite books were pop ups, and this brought back that time in my life and I had to share it with all of you!

“Key to Ones Heart Valentine Pop Up Card” $8

“Butterfly Flying Flapping Pop Up Card” $8

(All images and designs are property of Crank Bunny!)

I would like to introduce you to Georgie Love, and online shop of Australian Crafters and their wears.  Shop owner, Sally is a self professed “geek-girl who likes comics, animals, music, apple computers and the sofa. She has a good heart but some really bad dance moves.”  Georgie, her beloved dog is the shop’s namesake.  Together they have put together a lovely site with many beautiful crafty little things that I think you should surely check out!  I am posting a few below, but trust me there is much more to see!  Just so you remember, since they are based in Australia, the items are listed in AUD, so click here to use a currency converter!

“Charlie Notecards and Keychain” $30 AUD

Created by: Dudley Redhead

“Fabric and Leather Earrings” $20 AUD

 Created by: Brooke Johnston

“Wings Sterling Silver Pendant” $155 AUD 

Created by: Emma Grace

“Twin Kittens Coin Purse” $20

Created by: Pocket Carnival

(All images and designs are property of each artist and the Georgie Love Site!)

I found this next seller through Indiepublic! She friended me – I always check out my friendings…8)…and I really got a kick out of some of the clever finds in The Singing Tree’s shop. The first two are wonderful Valentine’s Day gift tags. I really just loved the innovative way they were made, they’re not your run of the mill tags, they are like mini pop-ups. It’s not too late…snap them up while you can! The third item is just an absolutely joyous and adorable ladybug pin. It reminds me of my mother because of something a psychic once said…but then…I digress!

“Dead Cute Valentine Tags – Set of 4″ $4.99

(other view of above tags)

“3D Fancy Valentine Tags – Set of 4″ $4.99

“Lady-bird Brooch” $18

(All images and designs are property of The Singing Tree!)

In honor of my 30th year walking this earth, I thought I would do a personal birthday list…so…here are things that I have on my favorites, or things that should be on my favorites lists, because I WANT THEM ALL!!! There are of course many more on the list than these…but I can’t possibly fit them all…also, any of you out there who know me and have not yet shopped for this momentous occasion…here’s your chance to snag me something handmade…hurry tho most are one of a kind!!!

“Serene — Micro-Faceted Ruby Rondelles” $68

By Rae’s Creations

“two swallows on ivory” $420

By OneBlackBird 

“Zen Bridge – Original Color Fine Art TTV Photo – 10×10″ $20 

By House of Six Cats Photography 

“gogovivi urban edge shoulder bag japanese print” $40

By Gogovivi 

“Melt in Your Mouth, Almond Brittle” $9.99

By Sugarfix 

“Darling Sparrow Soapdish” $14.95

By The Present Past Collection

(Saw this one on the Anything Indie Blog…

gotta give credit where it’s due…Great Find!)

(ALL designs and photos belong to each respective artist!)

If you are still looking for your holiday cards, here is the perfect find!  A Punkin Card Company has several beautifully hand stamped designs up right now and there are even some birdies to be found!  Gift tags, holiday cards and more can be found in their etsy shop! …which reminds me…I’d better get shoppin!!!

“Let It Snow- Handstamped Holiday Greeting Card” $4

“Birdy In A Pear Tree- Handstamped Holiday Greeting Card” $4

“Swirls and Stripes- Hand Stamped Christmas Greeting Card” $4

 (All designs and images are property of A Punkin Card Company.)

Tis the season…well…almost…8)  I found these beautifully decorated ornaments from Ruby Clover on Etsy and thought they would make such beautiful gifts!  If you are invited to one of those Christmas get togethers and you really don’t wanna bring the same bottle of wine…(or maybe you’ll bring it anyway with a little something extra) these ornaments would be so much fun!  They are great on the tree or even in a bowl for decoration!

“Eclectic Holiday Ornaments, Set of 3″ $15 

 
“Eclectic Holiday Ornaments in Blues , Set of 3″ $15 

(All designs and images are property of Ruby Clover!) 

I can’t help myself, it’s just that these cards are hysterical! If you are looking for some out of the ordinary greetings for the holidays this season, I suggest you take a look at Hate Mail Greetings! My two personal favorites are below, but seriously there are dozens of laugh out loud choices in her shop. They’re a little mean…but that’s why I like them. >8)

“HateMail For The Holidays — He Sees You When You Sleep” $3

 

“HateMail For The Holidays — Acceptable And Adequate” $3

 (All designs and images are property of Hate Mail Greetings!)