Have A Bright And Happy Weekend

It's finally the weekend! WOOP WOOP! Well, on my end it's pretty drab. The weather is gray and it's so humid outside and it's raining. So, I needed a boost. I decided to do a bright and fun weekend Etsy feature. These things will definitely brighten any day of your week. Add a splash of color to your life! Have fun and enjoy the weekend. Next weekend belongs to me. My b'day is Friday!


glittersniffer on Etsy never fails to bring vibrant colors! These beautiful brightly colored eyeshadows are great for those who just want to have a little fun! Check out her shop for some great makeup!



What a fun lampwork beaded bracelet! This will def. add some cheer to your year! From the Etsy shop of pixiewillow this bracelet will match with so many different things.



I just couldn't resist this. Not only is the tutu too fun, the cutie in the pic just takes all the attention away from this bright and fun tutu. Spoil your little princess with this rainbow tutu from mom2twogals on Etsy.




Aren't these bubble earings just so much fun? And guess what, they're VINTAGE. Yep, straight out of the 80's baby! I absolutley love these, if you knew me, you would say that these earings are so me. Find these and more in the Etsy shop of dahlilafound.



And, from my own shop, these fun martini glasses. Featuring hot pink, lime green, yellow, and orange polka dots these hand painted martini glasses are sure to make any weekend a better one (or atleast the drink you put in them will). Find these and more in my Etsy shop, cms36451 (She's Chic Boutique).



Have fun and be safe this weekend!

Flying Into A New Year

I am loving the birdie items on Etsy. They are abundant and super cute. If you look too long you just might get addicted. I think I may be! Ugh, every time I turn around I'm addicted to something on Etsy. Does anyone know if there is an Etsy rehab or Etsy Addicts Annonymous? I think there may be a need for one or both....... "Hi my name is Cassie and I'm an Etsy addict, today I'm addicted to birds, tomorrow it will be something else." Enjoy these bird items and I wish you and yours a happy and blessed New Year.



These little birds are so adorable. One can clearly tell they were made with a lot of love and attention. Made of felt and fabric these birdies are individual brooches. Pin one to your favorite top or purse for quick and easy embellishment. These and more lovelies can be found in the Etsy shop of ahyingmui.





These elegant and stylish note cards are perfect for any occasion. Rather it be a simple thank you, a congratulation, or a get well soon, these are sure to delight the receiver. These perfectly perched note cards can be found in the Etsy shop of MonAmiGreetings.





Adorn any room of your home with this sweet little birdie perched high atop his branch. These vinyl wall decal is so chic in detail. The curls of the branch give it the perfect touch of whimsical. This and some fab other vinyl wall decals can be found in the Etsy shop of singlestonestudios.





These birdies fly all day every day. Delicately hand sewn these sweet tweeters come together to make a perfect mobile for your little ones enjoyment. I can't imagine what would be going through a baby's mind as it watches these retro birdies fly above. This can be found in the Etsy shop of babybomb.





Show your needles some love with this chic birdie pincushion. With fabulous details and whimsical flair this birdie pincushion is a must have for the sewing queen. This and other great pincushions can be found in the Etsy shop TheDailyPincushion.





This pendant makes me want to just fly. If only I had wings.... The creator dubs this one the bird and egg pedant. I can't help but think of what a world it would be if we had birds such as this one laying eggs like this. This and some other great beads can be found in the Etsy shop of sssbeads.





Last, but most certainly not least are these adorable birdie hair clips. Made of leather these are sure to last for almost ever. The Etsy shop of BellaTaylor has some very lovely items for the little one's in our lives.



I hope you all have enjoyed these fab birdie items from some wonderful Etsy shops. I had some cute retro birdie magnets for sale in my shop, but they sold almost as soon as I listed them and I've failed to yet make more of them. But, I will in time. I hope where ever you are reading this today you are filled with the spirit of having made it to see the beginning of another year. Remember to be thankful for the one's you love and let's make this year better than the last.

Obsession- Owls on Etsy!

It seems like every time I turn around I see a new addition to someone's shop which includes an owl. I literally mean people are putting owls on any and every thing. So, if you don't have an owl in your shop you might want to add one. I had one in my shop and he sold within just a few days and then I got an order for 3 more of his family members! Below are some of my favorite owl related items from Etsy. Enjoy!



This cute and bright owl may not be what you think. He looks like your average vintage what-not, but it's actually a coin bank. How cute is this?!?! This and more fab finds can be found in the Etsy shop of fabulousmess.


The Etsy shop of sweetCAROLINEvintage is home to some beautiful vintage items. This elegant little own necklace is sure to catch the eye of many. The gold tone and red go beautifully together for a well designed piece.


I am a lover of hoodies. They are so easy to throw on and if it's raining pop up your hood and go. This stylish baby blue hoodie couldn't be better paired with anything than it is with this brown owl on a branch. This and more cool clothing items can be found in the Etsy shop of PrettyRaccoon.


Avon collectors feast your eyes! This adorable vintage owl perfume bottle from Avon is so chic. It would be great nested anywhere in your home. What a conversation piece! Find this owl and more vintage in the Etsy shop of BellaSmiles.


All though the cutie in the picture is cuter than the hat it's still a winner with me. This is one of the cutest hats I have ever seen. Your little one will be a cute hoot in this crochet owl hat. You better run over to Arfeiniel on Etsy and get this before it's gone.



I am in love love love with this pillow! It is so shabby chic and so me! It's big pink eyes and perfectly poised ears are amazing! Check out ManicMuffinTotes on Etsy for this and more!



Every posh baby needs this! This is one of the most adorable onesies I have found on Etsy. This and more can be found in the Etsy shop of perryjayne. Don't miss out on this one!


I am a jewelry lover indeed and I love these! (Ha that rhymed!) Anyway, I love blue, it's one of my favorite colors and these blue owl earings are definitley a favorite of my. Designed by the Etsy shop owner of ktdesignsjewelry these would make anyone happy.


I could add to this list all evening long, but I won't. If you'd like to see more simply log on to Etsy and search for owl in the handmade and vintage categories. All images and shop names link to each shop. Check them out and show them some love!

Great Gifts All For Under $10

It seems like every time we turn around we are hearing of another financial crisis effecting someone we know. Just today my fiance and I went to pick up his pay check (he works at a lumber mill) and upon arriving we noticed the parking lot was almost empty. It turns out they laid a lot of people off. Thank God, he wasn't one. But on Dec. 17 they will close his part until Jan. 7. Everyone is pinching pennies and trying to get by. I have gathered some items from Etsy that make great gifts and are under $10.



This fun and funky little necklace is great for the teenage girl on your list or those who like to have a little fun. This brightly colored rainbow pendant is situated nicely on a strand of white seed beads. This and more great buys can be found in the Etsy shop of cjsdesigns and only cost $2.25!



This is a darling little set of magnets. They are done in Amy Butler fabrics, which are so popular right now and they come in this precious little tin. These will cost you only $6.00 and ca be found in the Etsy shop of redbirdroaddesign.



Got a baby on your list? The Etsy shop of hippillow is for you! She has some adorable onesies appliqued with cute hippos as well as the cutest hippo pillows I have ever seen. The hippilow onesie shown above is a size 9 months and will cost you only $4.00! Nothing in her shop is priced above $6.00. Amazing? I think so.



Any dad, son, father-in-law, uncle and so on will love these. They are indeed for the child at heart. These vroom vroom cufflinks are the perfect gift for any guy on your list. They would coordinate great with a white, blue, or yellow button down. These are only $8.50 and can be found in the Etsy shop of baublesnbows.




Key lime pie and a candle? I must be in Heaven. Everyone loves a great smelling candle! AuntieDis on Etsy is filled with some great candles. This is her key lime pie jar candle which cost only $8.00. Stick this fab candle in a great gift bag, write your giftee's name, sign yours and you are good to go!


I hope this reaches someone who needs it most. I think most of us can all agree that while some of us or someone we know may be having a hard time there is always someone out there much worse than we are. We should be thankful for what we do have and the things that matter most; our family, our health, and our friends. I wish each of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May you all be blessed.

Stuff Those Stockings!

The stockings are hung from the chimney with care. Yes, oh yes, they are. Everyone loves to wake up Christmas morning and not only have presents to unwrap, but also stockings stuffed with wonderful things. I sure know I do. The smallest things can often be the ones that get the most usage. So check out these great stocking stuffers offered from some fab Etsy artists!



Are you trying to figure out what this is? It's a fabulous little pocket mirror! Isn't this so cute? This and soooo many more can be found in the Etsy shop of MadisonCraft. This is ideal for pre-teens, teens, and adults. Every lady on your list needs this and it can be purchased for a mere $4.00. Now that's a deal!



Peppermint and soap? Woo hoo! What a great combo. This is a great stocking stuffer for all! This peppermint snowflake soap and so many more soaps can be found in the Etsy shop of LoveLeeSoaps. This is an ideal stocking stuffer at only $3.00



Scrub a dub dub! These are 3 purely organic wash cloths from the Etsy shop of Zummi. These are so gental enough to use on a baby, making them perfect for every member of your family. You get all 3 for $12.50. Give the entire set to one giftee or split them up and have 3 gifts!



Scrabble tile pendants are all the rage! It was hard to pick out just one, but I settled on this simple yet elegant little piece. What makes this so unique is not only it's beautifully placed blue scroll design, but also that it comes hanging in a glass test tube. Isn't that so neat? This and so many more beautiful things can be found in the Etsy shop of littlebluebirdstudios.



Well all hate chapped lips. So make sure your family and friends lips are picture perfect on Christmas day with blueberry blitz lip balm. This lip balm and more can be found in the Etsy shop of bubbletub. These sweet babies will only cost you $3.00. So get them while the getting is good.

Spotlight: jewelrybyallison on Etsy

No matter what your style is, jewelrybyallison has something for you. While in Etsy chat I was asking for ideas on what to feature this week, when lo and behold, jewelrybeallison suggest I feature her. When I went into her shop I was in disbelief. She has some of the most amazing jewelry designs ever. These designs are not your simple, typical, everyday designs. They are much, much more than that. The first thing to catch my eye was the Robin's Egg Charm Necklace, it is from her Lost and Found Collection. Then there is the Turquoise Butterfly Braclet and the Beginning of Fall Charm Necklace, both from the Natural Elegance Collection. This collection is filled with gorgeous jewelry. Last, but certainly not least, her Wildflower Collection. Who doesn't love flowers? I certainly do, these flowers are in full bloom all year long. Below I asked jewelrybyallison a few questions so I could better get to know her.

1. Tell us a little about yourself and how you began making jewelry.
When I was younger I loved any crafty thing I could get my hands on. My grandmother gave me a few broken necklaces and I re-strung them to make new jewelry. I still love to use pieces of old jewelry in my work today.

2. Who is your target audience?
I have a few lines of jewelry to appeal to different audiences. There is the Lost and Found Collection for those who appreciate the beauty of vintage and the mixture of old with new, the Natural Elegance Collection for those who appreciate the beauty of gemstones, and the Wildflower collection for those who like nature inspired jewelry, colorful and a bit whimsical.

3.What inspires you?
I have recently gotten married, so I would have to say that there is a bit of romance in my latest work.

4. What advice would you give someone who wants to begin designing jewelry?
It is so important to find your own style. Think about what inspires you and what would make each piece truly your own. Don't just make beautiful jewelry, make beautiful jewelry that you would actually wear.

Now, go over to her shop and see what all she has to offer. I can assure you, you will not be disappointed!

Introducing My New Line of Pedestal Plates

I am so excited to introduce the world to my new design! Pedestal plates! They are to die for and everyone should have one in their home. My pedestal plates are made from crystal candlesticks and reclaimed vintage saucers, unique plates, and all together great finds. Visit My Etsy shop, She's Chic Boutique today and find something that you love!