Heavens to Etsy!

I think Etsy is heaven on Earth. To me, it is a wonderfully complex and magical maze...with delightful surprises around every corner. My left brain wishes there was a logical place to start and that I could get through the whole site systematically, but my right brain is happy to just wander aimlessly and see where my whims take me.


Tonight, they've taken me to what may be the most stunning and evocative jewelry I've ever seen. It was impossible to narrow down which images to show here, as each one was more gorgeous than the last. I just can't say enough about it. I am enchanted by 1ofmykind and can't wait to buy my first piece!

Ring in the Spring

Okay, so I know it's not officially spring yet, but today in California, we had a gorgeous, spring-like day, so I am itching to get my spring on! It's time to start planning for those outdoor dinner parties and backyard barbecues. In addition to the Mad Mats that I posted previously, I'm eyeing these really cool Moroccan-inspired melamine dishes from Home Infatuation. Love these colors and patterns, and I think they'd look great with a Mad Mat.

I want them all!

AND... even though I have no place to put this (since I have a covered deck), I really want this bright, hand-painted paisley patio umbrella (also from Home Infatuation). Now, off to find the perfect outdoor, non-glass glassware!

Light Up My Life

Okay, so I just discovered the Home Port today (as you can see from the post immediately preceding this one), and I am so happy I've found them! They have some really beautiful items at really reasonable prices!

These recycled sheet metal lanterns are blowing my mind! And these dainty Venetian votives remind me of the Graham+Graham Moroccan tea lights I recently spotted at Athena Says.

Cleanliness is Next to Godliness

I think I am in love with these exquisite little, diaphanous Soap Leaves from the Home Port. Aren't they lovely? I think they'd make a really unique gift.

They would look nice in a powder room along with this Lanta Waste Can (also from the Home Port), hand-carved of sustainably harvested mango wood. It's so rich and chocolatey; I love it!

Sacred Music

I recently saw a "good book" flask case online (available at urban outfitters, among many). It's clever, but I'm not a big drinker, so I don't really need a flask case. However, this Hymn Book iPod Case from SUCK UK is something I could see myself using.

Not Your Father's Chocolate Heart Valentine

Just in time for Valentine's Day, these gorgeous chocolate flaming hearts from Chocolate Deities are sure to delight any chocolate lover. What a wonderful, unique Valentine gift this would be for your special someone...or for yourself! Visit the site, and while you're there, be sure to check out their collection of chocolate gods and goddesses. They're divine!