Georgie Love Launches New Site!

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008 Posted in Accessories, Baby/Children, Clothing, For Men, For The Home, Jewelry, Paper Goods | 2 Comments »

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!)

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Coquito for Etsy

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008 Posted in Jewelry | 2 Comments »

Ok, so I admit it, it’s a shameless post but I had to do it!  I recently decided to change my Coquito for Etsy shop into something different from my website.  I have recently become interested in a more vintage feel, and started to play with it a bit.  Buying beads from other Etsyians, I started putting together a collection of vintage and mod styled pieces.  Let me know what you think!  here are a few pairs of earrings, there are a few necklaces to come hopefully this week too!

“Antique Blues” $22

“Baroque Pink” $20

“Vintage Green Swarovski Disco Balls” $18

(All images and designs are propery of Coquito Designs.)

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Replicca Clothing Company

Monday, October 20th, 2008 Posted in Clothing | 3 Comments »

I am forever having an Indie Clothing downer because I have yet to find a company who carries a real plus sized line, sooooooooo since I cannot buy from most of these companies, I have to share them with the rest of you, with the hopes that you will be able to partake in the fun and inspiring designs for me!!!  I was looking for red, (it’s a favorite color of mine) and up popped this Red Riding Hood dress/tunic from Replicca Clothing.  I was instantly intrigued, so I continued to browse and am I glad I did.  There are tons of absolutely adorable tops and tunic dresses available from their shop.  I was attracted to the shoulder detailing and also the feminine bows and ruffles!  Hailing from Ontario Canada, all the shop’s owner and designer Rebecca Duyzer want to do is “romace her sweing machines all day”, and from the looks of her designs I think that’s a good idea…keep em coming!

1. “Patchwork the Second, Large” $47

2. “Tease Me Please, SALE, Small” $32.75

3. “Ruffle Ruffle Bow, Small” $46

4. “Stripe Me Delighted, Medium” $47

5. “Little Red Riding HOOD, Large” $55

6. “Sail Away With Me, Medium” $38.75

(All images and designs are property of Replicca Clothing.)

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SaltyGal on Etsy!

Friday, October 17th, 2008 Posted in Accessories | 1 Comment »

I am forever searching for things that are hand sewn, mostly because I cannot even imagine having the patience to sew something so intricate…but also because I’m finding that I love fabric!  These pieces from SaltyGal on Etsy are one of a kind and truly unique.  If you know someone who knits the crochet set below would be a perfect gift too!  I love the colors in the fabric she has chosen!  She also makes mac book covers for those trendy friends of yours!  I have also had custom appliance covers made, I’ll have to take some photos to post them at some point!

“Crochet Set” $38

“Curious Owls Ribbon Headband” $8

“Marching Robots Zip Case” $21

(All images and designs are property of SaltyGal on Etsy!)

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Zygopsyche

Saturday, October 11th, 2008 Posted in Baby/Children, Dolls, Pets | 3 Comments »

I saw these little guys on Etsy’s main page and I was smitten!  Who wouldn’t wanna cuddle up to one of these little balls of poufy fur?  Zygopsyche‘s adorable little guinea pigs and bunnies tickled my fancy, and I’m sure they’re tickle yours with all that fuzz!  They come in a larger momma size as well as a baby size so you can buy the whole family!  Despite them looking a bit like a tribble I have never seen anything like them and thought they were a perfect gift for a dear little one this holiday season.

Also, I’d like to dedicate this post to Shalana at The Funky Felter.

“Jack Stuffed Rabbit-momma sized” $33

“Pokey the Rabbit-momma sized” 33

“Wild Zombie-momma sized” $33

(All images and designs are property of Zygopsyche!)

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Joom

Friday, October 10th, 2008 Posted in For The Home | 1 Comment »

I already own some of Joom’s pillows so I feel it’s safe to post, allthough these are calling me too!  I picked them for their earthy feel.  I love the texture and muted colors of the linen-like fabric, and the contrast against the darker solids.  If you are looking to add some interest to a side charir or spruce up your couch for the Fall, take a peek in the shop!!

Clockwise from top left:

“Plum Cardinal Throw Pillow” $32

“Brown Hummingbird 16″ Pillow” $33

“Slate Cardinal Throw Pillow” $32

“Turquoise Cardinal Throw Pillow 10.5″

(All photos and designs are property of Joom!)

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Looby Lou Crafts on Etsy

Wednesday, October 8th, 2008 Posted in Accessories | 2 Comments »

I am the headband queen, you may beg to differ.  But I am.  I buy them CONSTANTLY in an attempt to tame my curly locks!  My favorite kinds?  Handmade of course…thick ones and thin ones and bright ones and dark ones.  A headband for every mood is my motto.  What do I love more than headbands?  Headbands with an Asian flair!  And I found some at Looby Lou Crafts.  I was gonna post the ones I really loved…but decided to buy them for myself instead…SORRY!  Maybe I’ll post pics of me wearing them later on!  For now, check out these others in the shop:

“Japanese Cherry Blossom on Red” $7.95

“Japanese Tangled Ume Blossom on Purple” $7.95

“Japanese Blossom on Pink” $7.95

(All images and designs are property of Looby Lou Crafts!)

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Gabriel’s Aunt

Friday, October 3rd, 2008 Posted in Bath and Body | 1 Comment »

I found Gabriel’s Aunt on my cue in recent posts and while searching for an alternative to the candles in the stores.  I want something more natural, and something that’s not toxic as it burns.  I turned of course to Etsy to see what I could find.  The candles and perfumes are made with 100% natural elements and customers say that they love the warm and gentle “throw” that the candles give off.  As opposed to the harsh “yankee candle” effect, soy candles burn with a much more mellow scent that permeates every room!  Great gifts for the holidays especially for a Holiday Party for your host and hostess!  I also wanted to mention a blog post that was made by Gabriel’s Aunt on her blog that I really felt needed to be shared.  Please take a look at the post and lets all remember to support Handmade this season, and always: Today’s Post on Gabriels’ Aunt.

“Walk in the Woods, Pine and Juniper

Woodsy and Fresh Scented 8oz. Candle” $23

“Sweet Magnolia Solid Perfume Cream, Magnolia, Mimosa and Citrus Scent” $30

(All images and items and scents are property of Gabriel’s Aunt.)

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Indie Love Holiday Gift Guide!

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 Posted in Gift Guide Announcements | 2 Comments »

The Indie Love Holiday Gift Guide is coming! It will soon be time to catch snowflakes on your tongue, drink hot cocoa and tea and enjoy sitting by the fire. My favorite part would have to be the gift wrapping…there is nothing like picking out the perfect gift and then wrapping each one by hand!

The Gift Guide will run from October 1st through December 31^st, 2008. I will post about the launch and it will be a main feature on the blog for the length of the guide. It will also go out to all who subscribe to my newsletter. I will choose items from whoever participates to feature on the blog for the months that the guide is up. There will be 3 listing sizes available in the following categories:

She Wants

He Wants

Babes and Tots

For the Home

What To Wear

Paper Goods

Gotta Have A Sparklie

One of A Kind

Animated GIF Option! Large Listings $50 – The Large Listings include one 375 x 275px product image OR one 375×275 animated gif image. Limit 3 frames of animation for the gif and try to keep the file size under 80K. (please no logos in the images), a 100 word paragraph describing a specific collection, you or your website, a link to each product image you send, and a link to your website as well as a coupon code for Indie Love Readers if you like! There are only 2 large listings per guide…the first two to request the large listing will get ‘em so if you want one hurry!!!

Medium Listings $35 – The medium listings include two 150×150 product images (please no logos in the images), a 50 word paragraph describing a specific collection, you or your website, a link to each product image you send, and a link to your website as well as a coupon code for Indie Love Readers if you like! There are only 4 medium listings per guide…these are also first come first serve so if you want one let me know asap!

Small Listings $20 – The Small Listings include one 125×125px product image, which for this listing can be your logo or a specific piece you wish you feature, a small 30 word description of your site, and a link directly to your website.

If you are interested in the Holiday Guide please email me with your name, your company name and the size listing you are interested in. (If you are not already subscribed to the list, please also let me know if you would like to be on the mailing list for future guides!) Payments can be sent via paypal to sidonia7@gmail.com. Please also include what listing size, as well as your company name in the notes on paypal.

NEW YEARS SALE GUIDE!!!

This year there will also be a New Years Sale Guide in addition to the Holiday guide. If you would like to participate in the New Years Sale guide here are the details:

The Sale Guide listings will be $25 and will include:

-One 300×300px product image, static or animated.

-A link directly to your website, or your sale spot on your site!

-A coupon code for the sale.

The Sale Guide will run from January 1^st through January 31^st. I will also feature some of the pieces on sale from your site/shop on the blog during the month of January. This will hopefully help bring more people to your sale!

If you are interested in the Sale Guide this year, please email me with your name, your company name and and your ad info. All Sale Guide ads will go up on the guide in a first come first serve basis. Payments can be sent via paypal to sidonia7@gmail.com. Please also include “Sale Guide”, as well as your company name in the notes on paypal.

All payments are due before the submission of ad materials. Your spot is only secured once a payment has been made. You must contact me prior to making a payment for Medium and Large Listings to confirm there is still space left. All ad materials for the Holiday Guide are due by September 26^th! The Sale Guide materials are due by December 19^th. Please note: if you submit your ad materials later than that date, your ad may go up late on the guide.

Thanks,

Kristen

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CS Designs

Monday, September 8th, 2008 Posted in Jewelry | 4 Comments »

I revisit this next CS Designs Etsy shop (Cserdan) many times a year and I even own some of her pieces!  What keeps bringing me back is her gift, she can re-invent simplicity…over and over again!  Her necklaces, bracelets and earrings are earth-inspired pieces that are simple, yet so complicated…they are many colors, but are balanced all at once in one necklace.  “How hard can it be to string beads together?” Is a question I’ve heard one too many times at craft shows…and it always irks me.  The amount of patience, and talent and understanding of color and textures that goes into doing what she does floors me!  The colors and shapes and textures actually make me hungry almost, they’re that savory and rich!  I’m actually kinda bummed featuring this necklace, for I am sure someone will scoop it up!  I actually find myself wondering why she isn’t an interior designer too…and I wonder what her house must look like…

“Lovely Medina” $95

“The Winds of Change” $58

“Acorns in Moss” $22

(All photos and designs are property of Cserdan.)

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