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Puppies !!

Today’s selection is dedicated to man’s best friend.
Get ready to see some cute puppies

First of all, whoever coined the phrase “cute as a button” probably knew this little fellow:

Big-eyed puppy button ring, by frenzyfinds, $4.75

Don’t you just love its fluffiness?

This doesn’t mean that a not-so-fluffy dog can’t be cute. Exhibit A:

Dark Dachsund, by IttyBittiesForYou, $20

Exhibit B (two-dimensional but no less cute):

Puppy Tote Bag, by LittleKorboose, $45

Now, want me to show you something even better?
Oh yes, there is something even cuter than a puppy, and that is…
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… three puppies!

Sisters – Satin Gloss 8 x 8 Print, by parochena, $15

Even better, let’s make that six:

All Dogs Go To Heaven Fabric Covered Ponytail Holder set of 2, by ButtonBoutique, $4

Aren’t all puppies lovely?

Tagged bag, ornament, ponytail holder, print, puppy, ring, tote bag

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The Wayfarer Purse

(a lovely name, isn’t it?)

Ta-daaaah:

The corduroy in the simply perfect shade of brown makes me feel warm and think of autumn at the same time.
Alas, it’s winter, one might reply.

Enter the appliqué tree branches full of leaves. “Spring will soon come!”, they seem to say to me.
Making the purse an oblique reference to winter (the season between autumn and spring).

Well, I know the reference is a bit forced, but look at the pretty handbag! It even has a nice big button to match (what can I say, I am head over heels in love with nice big buttons).

So, what does the Wayfarer Purse make you think about? Autumn? Spring? Cinnamon? Anything else? Don’t be afraid to share

The purse is to be found in an etsy shop named Pesky Cat Designs (filled with gorgeous purses, including some winter-y ones).
The Wayfarer Purse in Truffle Brown Corduroy and a Leafed Branch Applique

Tagged big button, brown, corduroy, purse

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Resin

	Resin Aquarium Ring – Fishy, by linhlovesyou, $8 “Look, a miniature little aquarium right there on your finger. Now you’ll always have a little buddy with you to keep you company. Embedded are little fish stickers, and if they ever get hungry, they can nibble on the REAL candy sprinkles at the bottle. Finish it off with light blue glitter in the back and you have yourself a little aquarium.”

Autumn – clear frosted resin bangle with birds, branches, bramble and wire, by ParAmourDesign, $25 “This is one of our newest designs, hand sketched and inked, then digitally reworked and screened onto plastic. Finally, cast in hand poured resin. The pictures really don’t capture it’s beauty.”

	Budding Into the Blue, by CameraSHYphotography, $17.50 “Running out of wall space? Wear ART around your neck! This Photographic Art Pendant features an original photograph sealed in place under a thick protective layer of resin for a durable, glass-like finish. Since this is an actual photograph, the image will NOT be grainy or smudged as sometimes seen with photo transfer methods on clay. Each clay pendant is hand-rolled, cut, baked, trimmed and sanded to size with great attention to detail.”

Wood Burned Tree Pendant, by mybellebijoux, $25 “This pendant is made with wood that has been etched with a wood burner and hand painted. It is then coated with polymer resin for a high-gloss, protective seal. This pattern will not fade or rub off in any way, as it is burnt into the wood.”

Tagged bangle bracelet, blue, bracelet, pendant, ring

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Black Cats

Since Halloween is fast approaching, let me introduce you some spooky black cats:

	Hissing Cat Album, by Heartspeak, $30 “This 5″ x 6″ wire-bound chipboard album has 14 fun and spooky interior pages for photos and journaling of your favorite Halloween memories. The front features a glittering black cat in front of a full moon, and the wire is tied with great “trick or treat” ribbon. The edges are hand-painted and sealed for a sturdy, one-of-a-kind keepsake to display year after year.”

An Encounter With a Cat Pop-Up Card, by tracychong, $6.50 “It is a silent October night. I am wandering around the forrest, beneath the arching branches of the trees. I see a cat. The cat pauses, and stares straight at me. I look back, admiring his regal feline frame. He lets out a meow, and continues his journey, leaving me alone in the darkness. [...] This is a 180 degree pop-up card which is made with a special technique so that it lies flat on a surface. It will be a lovely decorative display piece.”

	Nine Lives Kitty, Needle Felted Brooch, by TheNightjar, $18 “This is a one of a kind spooky Halloween brooch of a decapitated* kitty head. I created this pin by needle felting with 100% New Zealand wool. After kitties face was completed I used Swarofski crystals for his eyes so they glint and glow. This pin is aprox 1 and a half inches square. *note: no kitties were harmed during the felting of this pin!”
And, on a way less spooky note…
Happy Kitty Mary Jane Shoes, by emandsprout, $22 “These kitties are so happy, and will be even happier on your feet! Having smiling cats keeping you company all day will be a major mood lifter (I promise!) This cute pair of mary jane shoes have been designed and embellished by me with lots of love ~ with the cutest little hand stitched mouths.”

Tagged album, black, brooch, card, felted, Halloween, kitty, pin, pop-up card, shoes

2009 10 06 Kay Today I Like Comments (0) Permalink

Scrapbooking Kits

… as found in the delightful shop of Sweetina:

French Bleu – “This beautiful blue collage/scrapbook kit has the most delightful ephemera, vintage wallpaper and cardstock, perfect for your Marie Creations. Double sets of trims are each 36″ in length and it’s chock full of millinery, beautiful buttons and vintage greeting cards” ($15)

Pink Ballerina Artist’s Kit – “here is a darling kit filled with dressy trims galore [...]. Included are 3 pretty pink vintage plastic ballerinas, gold and white petite lace, vintage flocked wallpaper and vintage damask wallpaper in a beautiful nutmeg and white. The trims are each 36″ in length and leafy, cozy colours. Included also is millinery, buttons and fabric, and vintage 1909 adverts from an Antique London Newspaper.” ($15)

Violet and Lilac Artist Kit – “This lovely collage/scrapbooking kit is so pretty! Included are several Vintage Cabinet Cards and Greeting Cards all with violets, wisteria, orchids and pansies. Also included are beatuiful trims and especially special vintage velvet violet colored thick ribbon. All trims are 36″ in length.” ($15)

Parisienne Pretties – “a collage or scrapbook kit with a French theme. Beautiful ephemera ladies, gorgeous vintage wallpaper, pretty blue and aqua papers and cardstock, and several girl and lady images.Also included is beautiful millinery, buttons and two tags full of trim all 36″ in length each.” ($15)

Tagged blue, card, pink, purple, scrapbooking, vintage

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Remembering Summer: Seashells

In our mad dash toward Halloween and Christmas shopping lists let us take a moment to remember the summer , the sun and the sea:

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And of course the details:

1. A Mermaid’s Dowry – Necklace in Antique Brass, by JustTheThing4U, $15
2. Green With Envy, Three Pieces Set, by OrangeBlossomCrafts, $55
3. Super Fantastic Vintage Shell Necklace, by DarlingDiva2009, $18
4. Beautiful vintage hand painted bird on shell, by yesstreen, $22.25
5. Shell Pillbox, by Alegna888, $5
6. Shell Angel Ornament, by CraftsbyCummins, $3.50

Tagged hand painted, necklace, ornament, pillbox, seashell

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Featured Shop: MATTSART – The Art of Matthew Hamblen

In Matt’s own words:

“I enjoy painting everything from abstracts and impressionist works to folk and pop. I love to use tons of glorious bright colors!!
I hope they send some magic your way too!”

It’s those tons of glorious bright colors that have first caught my eye. Matt seems to have a certain way of representing light and colorful skies, I couldn’t but be impressed.

Here are some of my favorite works of his (in no particular order), be sure to visit the whole shop for more: