My Etsy Picks: Beach Essentials

Obviously, still couldn't get the beach vibe off my head.  My Etsy Picks this week?  Beach essentials, of course!

50s oversized brim straw hat : BTM Vintage

Turquesa Huichol ethnic necklace : Aida Coronado

vintage oversized sunglasses with UVprotection : mixbaby

70s tribal scarf tank : Vonlenska Vintage

50's floral bathing suit : aiseirigh

high-waist cut-off shorts : Vonlenska Vintage

yellow & white stripe tote : bayanhippo 

facial sunscreen with UVA/UBV SPF50  :  Moroccan Argan Oil

art printed flip flops : Rupy de Tequila

My Etsy Picks: Pastelicious Photography

Hello :)  I'd like to welcome the first day of April with this week's Etsy Picks which circles on fine art photography prints in sweet, pastel-icious colors.  What a treat for the eyes!

 Seaside Town : Alice B Gardens

Pastel houses in Burano Italy : Eye Poetry Photography

French Village Street : Marasca Photography

The Banjoy : Jillian Audrey Designs

Endless Summer : Nostalgique Images

Bowl of Buttons : Alice B Gardens

Vintage Radios : Lola's Room

Macaron Platter : Alice B Gardens

Feathers in the Sky : Photography by Karina

Ferris Wheel :bomobob

Pink Sweets : Kris ONeal Photography

By the Sea : Cassia Beck

Pastel Threads in Vintage Spools : Lola's Room

Flying High : Lola's Baby

Pastel Books : Collective Photography

Pastel Carts : Four Trees Photography

Which of these prints would you like to decorate your wall?

My Etsy Picks: Colorful Spring

Happy Monday! This week's Etsy picks celebrates the beautiful colors of spring.  These handmade items by various Etsy sellers exude the fresh, happy vibe of the season  :)

hand painted silk scarf : Silk Scarf Takuyo

floral patchwork sofa : Name Design Studio

linen necklace with amber : Karuba

bluegreen sterling silver earrings : Sun Gallery and Gifts

abstract painting cushion cover : Ebi Emporium

zipper spiral ring : Zipper Design 

honey bee necklace : Jacaranda Designs 

Chibi green apples coin purse : Octopurse

floral clutch : Sassy Stitches by Lori

forest raspberries colar : ZIB textile

tree branches, birds and birdcages print : Illustree

hen kitchen ornament : Bozena Wojtaszek

reversible placemat with milkweed embroidery : sea blossom design

wildflowers hand painted teapot : roootreee

purple rustic wooden serving tray : Beau Miracle

springtime kitchen towel and cloth set : Mama's Baby Love

floursack "The Blue Floor" tea towel : Marley Ungaro 

Daffodils throw pillow cover : hmishke

My Etsy Picks: Printed Pastels

Hi =) This week's Etsy Picks is all about printed pastels.  Here are pastel goodies in stripes, dots, florals and whimsical patterns.  I hope taking a look at these adorable prints adds cheer to your Monday.  If you have a moment to share which one's your favorite, I'd be delighted love to know:)

green and white pinstripe masking tape : Bahana Splits Boutique 

infinity scarf with pom trim : Gertie Baxter

squirrel and polka dot iPhone case :  The Case of Mr. Pelham

mint and white stripes nautical knit top : Chic Origins

mint and black triangle necklace garland: Petite Deer

1960s retro style dress : Fancy That Vintage

Japanese cotton pinstripe fabric : The Heyday Shop 

mint gingham tape on vintage bobbin :  Worthy Goods Textile

set of four Chevron coffee coasters : Mrs. Amron

vintage pastel print scarf : unVoyage

vintage floral blazer : sussudio nyc

floral cocktail dress : assafpelleg

vintage needlepoint purse : Bambi Apparel

retro teapot skirt : interrobangirl

1970s pink / peach novelty print button down shirt : Asburry Hill

vintage pastel floral skirt : moon and soda

Milly, French 1960s mini dress : dandelion daydreamer

wooden handle, turtle print clutch : DOTTO

1980s sweater : beta vintage casual

1970s powder blue speckled midi dress :  svankmajer

polka dot floral tunic : nbdg

1970s dotted blouse : marjiew

1960s knit dress : retroholic

bubbles polymer clay statement necklace : Alina and T

one piece floral bathing suit :  Tatiana's Threads

baby blue polka dot fabric earrings : Joanna Bizu

Robin's egg adjustable ring : Pickle Dog Design

My Etsy Picks: Mint Fashion

It seems that "mint is the new black" this season.  Mint is such a delicate, calming, charismatic hue that makes you want to reach out and hug someone :)  I don't have a lot of pastels in my closet but green is one  of my favorite colors and I would like to get myself one, two, or maybe a couple of pieces in this endearing shade.  I feasted my eyes on these minted lovelies and I'm wondering if you're also thinking about getting your hands on one of these:

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lace shorts with crochet scalloped trim : three bird nest

scented mint chocolate ice cream necklace : tiny hands

vintage baby doll dress : aiseirigh

leggings with mint berries print : ZIB textile

handmade hair bow : the bellie whistle
chiffon inifinity scarf : Hera Scarf
vegan fold over clutch : milk and honey handbags
bridesmaid chiffon dress : Onor
1970s pleated skirt : coco and orange
mint oxford brogue : goodbye folk
mint vintage sweater : get your vintage on
1990s cropped denim jacket : Julia Sugden

little birds studs : IrenkaR

tiny bird necklace : Beauty Spot

bow knitted headband : Kokosh Knitting

enamel butterfly hair pin : blithely vintage

mint pink lomography print : Basic Design

Chalcedony glass and gold dangle earrings : black and white jewels

mint heart ring : Dariami

Amazzonite stones necklace : AME jewels

mint lace and pearl : Cecilia Jewelry

pastel geometric color block necklace : Alina and T

suede and gold link bracelet : Love Style Happiness

chandelier earrings : exquisite artistry

 tiny mint square earrings : Apple Latte

mint fabric and vintage lace necklace : The Whirlwind

heirloom lace necklace : Hannah's Hope Chest

mint chain ring : amarilo

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Cameo glass bead and brass necklace : Jacaranda Designs

Victorian inspired roses bracelet : Ann Mich Treasure Box

flower sash : Mixed Media by Bridget

acrylic rose, vintage white glass beads necklace : Lovely Sparrow and Co.

ps,
Thanks to all the shops who commented on My Etsy Picks: Spring Fling last week. 

My Etsy Picks: Spring Fling

I'm so enjoying my time curating  beautiful things from various Etsy sellers.  For this week, it's the Spring Fling! Lots of colors in both pastels and bold hues, the flowers, the birds, the butterflies, and let's not forget the bees.  Oh, such a rejuvenating theme :)  I actually got a bit carried away, I was able to collect four sets of collages.  I hope you enjoy them.  Have a happy day :)

up-cycled 70s yellow circle scarf : The Silk Moon 

"The Bird Number 3" photograph : Photography Dream

heart floral magnet : Handy Happy Hearts

Spring art cards : Inspired Greetings AD

coral red berries leggings: ZIB textile

hand painted blue flowers pillow case : Mery Bradley

vintage floral quilt : bonnbonn

mixed media garden photograph : Pretty Petal Studio

butterfly pouch : mama bleu designs

crochet lace stone : Table Top Jewels

paper flower garland : She Shell

floral embroidered fabric purse : diohej
polka dot mint blouse : flinflon to HongKong
antique Tulip pendant necklace : joey five cents
recycled crochet flower garland : Emma Lamb
"The Bees Knees" high-waisted leggings : Blackbird Tees
vintage kitchen towels : Project Sarafan
1960s Delill white bead & floral tapestry handbag : Pemmy's Emporium

Flowers photography : Carolyn Cochrane

birds on a wire art print : Enrouge

pastel butterfly lavender sachets : Gardenmis

floral petals scallop necklace : Ampris Loves

reversible floral & dots headband : Sassy Stitches by Lori

purple stitched earrings : skrynka

pastel painted mason jars : Beach Blues

floral hair clip : Apple White

floral shirt-waist dress : Mrs Pomeranz

three silk butterfly hair clips : Kate's Cottage Shop

sterling silver dragonfly necklace : CyKlu 

1960s embroidered tunic dress : zwzzy

1950s pink vintage doily  : The Wild Roses

crochet pearl necklace : vyldanstyl

crocheted rose ring : From Paris

watercolor bridal Kimono : Girl with Serious Dream

lace earrings : Tina Eva Renee

hibiscus high-waisted maxi skirt : James Society

My Etsy Picks: Here Comes the Sun

It's no secret that I love yellow. Isn't it such a happy color? To celebrate Spring and Summer, this week's Etsy Picks are goodies from both vintage and handmade shops in sunny yellow and mustard hues.  Just looking at these brings a smile on my face :)

Dandelion whimsical art print : Lupen Grainne

upcycled handmade suede ballet flats :  The White Ribbon 

60s chiffon floral jumpsuit : Gypsy Plunder

sunny yellow hemp thread : Hemp CRAFT

Paris graffiti photograph : The Paris Print Photoshop

Peacock feather earrings : Erin Keys

Dahlia bobby pins : Elegance for You

"Hello" wood sign : Dime Store Vintage

beach umbrella photography : Hey Harriet

 speckled yellow mugs by Straffordshire Pottery : Galore Galore
vintage enamel kettle : luna purpurie
golden yellow Samsonite tote : flat tire vintage
retro-inspired mustard blouse : Julia Gasin
yellow feather earrings : Jewelry by Aimee
Dandelion print pillow cover : Blossom Pillow Co.
yellow and white striped hammock : Veronica Colindres
mustard floral skirt : April Rodriguez

"Sunny Side Up" sign photo print : Maxwell Cozzi
yellow sundress : i love mona
beaded necklace : Sarah Robin L
vintage Bosch & Lomb sunnies : Raybanicos
sunny yellow cotton clutch : cutie girlie

My Etsy Picks: Vintage Summer Shorts

Staying at my mom's, we can feel the scorching summer heat approaching. Since we live in a country where there are only 2 seasons (wet & dry / summer & rainy), we don't get to experience autumn, winter nor spring.  I can't help but dream of morning walks by the beach; swimming in cool waters; clear, blue skies; barbeques; green mango fruit shake; Reggae; cheerful days and lazy afternoons by the hammocks.

For this week's Etsy picks, I found these vintage shorts in various lengths and  colors which I think would be perfect for the summer!

paperbag ruffled waist abstract print : Diaphanous Vintage

70s short shorts with a cute heart applique : Ginger Root Vintage

80s Liz Clairborne striped denim shorts : Diaphanous Vintage

80s banana mustard shorts : On the Fringe Vintage

polka dot high waist dress shorts : Out of A Strobe Vintage

high waist floral skirt shorts : Shop at 851

90s dusty red denim high waisted preppy shorts : x plus y equals

vintage jean shorts : nemres

Which one of these pieces do you feel like wearing? And if you haven't heard of my newest giveaway just yet, click here to join.  You could win this beautiful beaded Native-American inspired earrings, to match your summer outfits.

My Etsy Picks : Vintage In Bloom

If you ask me, I can't get enough of vintage florals - dresses, skirts, tops - i love them all!  There's something about vintage + floral that pokes my heart.  Hopping around blogs, I know that a lot of you are excited for the coming of Spring! So this week's Etsy picks is all about vintage floral clothing.  I wouldn't mind having all these in my closet. Which one of these would you love to wear?

vintage mini skirt with red & white florals : Venus In Furs Vtg

floral button up blouse : Fauxden

baby doll floral dress : Mae Valente

sheer floral top : Mae Valente

 70s daisy dress : Lotus Vintage NY

80s blue pleated floral skirt : Schmoo1515

sheer dress with floral tapestry : Chariot Marie

high waist shorts & floral top : Closet Case Vintage

high-waisted moss green shorts: Amordress

floral patterned vintage dress : Vanilla Grass

70s burgundy skirt : Bambi Aparrel

80s high waist tapered jeans : The Blue Sky Boutique

black floral blouse : Hazel Hall Vintage

purple & blue secretary blouse : Jko Vintage
90s grunge floral denim : Extinct Vintage

pleated floral midi skirt : Dandelion Day Dreamer

abstract watercolor floral skirt : Maeven

black mini cotton dress: Better Stay Together

My Etsy Picks: Pretty Hearts Club

I can't help but feel a heart-twitch upon seeing these little hearts on Etsy. Thank you for all your sweet comments on last week's I Heart Stuff. For this week's Etsy Picks, a few more heart inspirations.  Oh, and if you think this was cute, please don't forget to come back tomorrow for a lovely giveaway.  Thanks :)

linen purse with multi-color hearts : oktak

heart map cushion cover : Miss S Designs

world map hearts eco bag : Ceridwen Design

notecard with metallic hearts : The Paper Cub

watercolor painting : Andrea Shear

recycled paper heart: Blue Tang Designs

rose gold heart locket : black and white jewels

paper garland: red elephant creative

heart-engraved cutting board: Wood Ink

linen coin purse : Oktak

heart-shaped magnets: Handy Happy Hearts 

kid's sweatshirt: Jayvee Boutique

hand warmers in mustard: Neeka Knits

heart cut-out dress: Kaye m Kay

heart ornaments: Handy Happy Hearts

My Etsy Picks: I Heart Stuff!

My Etsy Picks this week is from the Vintage Collection - except for the heart-shaped bath bombs, which are absolute eye-candy. I just had to include those pretty pink hearts at the right bottom corner. So most of these are old stuff  in the shape of hearts or carry irresistible heart prints which can make anyone smile or feel in love.  

I seriously LOVE the coffee mugs, both them are super-cute, don't you agree? I also want the Moschino purse, the belt in canary yellow, the cut-out hearts sweater and tee, those warm cherry red sweaters, and the babydoll dress with PeterPan collar.  Oh, I'm absolutely happy with these picks!  I'm excited to know which ones you like.  So, if you have a moment, please tell me by leaving a comment =)  And yes, you can click on the shop name to check out your faves.  Thanks!

 25 vintage wood thread spools : Last Century
vintage red heart Waechtersbach coffee mug : snugsnuggery
vintage yellow belt with hearts : Digs n Threads
sterling silver heart enamel ring : Old Moe 

1980s Moschino heart wristlet purse : London Agent Intl
1982 Calico Mug by Taylor & Ng : Action Vintage
heart shaped bath bombs : Elegant Rose Boutique

heart cut out upcycled cardigan : Bglorified Boutique
heart elbow patch sweater : Three Bird Nest
1970's sweetheart cherry red sweater : A Study in Space
1980s vintage high-waisted shorts : DOTTO
vintage high collared shetland wool sweater : Sloppy Jos

1960s Novelty "iloveyou heart" print babydoll dress : aiseirigh

vintage 90's wiggle velvet dress : Lynn's Rags
Heart cut out tee with studs : DeLoop Vintages

My Etsy Picks: Vintage Jackets and Sweaters

It's pretty chilly these past few days so my Etsy picks this week are vintage jackets and sweaters. 

red wool double breasted peacoat: Maeven on Etsy

50's lemon yellow cardigan: dirty city vintage

floral vintage denim jacket: bad james vintage

Saks Fifth Avenue bolero jacket: aiseirigh
vintage COCO Channel cardigan: One and Only 2013
Irish wool fisherman sweater: Lightwitch
buffalo plaid jacket: Odd Moll

My Etsy Picks: Natural and Industrial Organizers

I've always liked window shopping at Etsy. For this first Etsy Picks post, I chose organizers that would look perfect in my home. These are ideal if you like the "shabby chic", rustic look or the eclectic style of country + industrial, vintage + modern appeal.

The white bin is  from Good Wishes Quilts, It's made out of quilted cotton and would make a great "catch-all" in the living room or bedroom. The adorable heart-shaped, wooden desk organizer is by Tree Sky. I  also found the multipurpose sack at Be Inspire. The lining is natural linen so it would be fine as a laundry bag for undergarments or to stow away small stuff. 

How about a tin can in orange & teal? Hmmm, why not? A splash of color that bold adds warmth to a space.  It can be a cool bin for umbrellas or to hide clutter in the entryway.  Found this at Rerunz Vintage Shop. Next is the vintage aluminum bucket by Old Goat and Horse which can be utilized as an indoor or outdoor planter, a vase, a trash bin, or extra storage in the entry way.  These hangers from Elizabeth Wren Vintage would look lovely in the closet with my favorite skirts. 

I like accentuating shelves with functional vintage pieces such as this metal milk crate basket from The Fysh Store.  Cute shop name too, don't you think? :)  Finally, these french enamel farm buckets in various retro shades would make charming herb planters in the kitchen.  They are sold as a set at Chase Vintage.  So, which of these would look nice in your home?