Monday, October 27, 2008
Princess Ozma of Oz
Art Deco and Art Nouveau Packaging

Art Deco and Art Nouveau Packaging by Nothing Elegant
1. L'Aromarine Vanille Eau de Toilette, 1.6 oz., $19. Amazon.com
2. Claus Porto 12.3 oz. Grapefruit and Tuberose soaps, $16. Amazon.com
3. Rachel Perry Lip lovers in Vanilla and Grape, $3.95. Drugstore.com.
4. Perfumeria Gal Balms, $6. Bellasugar.com.
5. Hot and Flashy lip balm in Pear, $5.99. BlueQ.com.
6. Roger and Gallet Sandalwood soap set, $16. Amazon.com.
Hel Looks, Looking Good
This beautiful lady is one exception -- she manages to embody my version of perfect style so much better than me (a little goth + a little cowgirl + a little cozy and disheveled) .

Saturday, October 25, 2008
Home is Where Your Stuff Is...
Etsy Week, Day 4: Home Decor
**Let me know if there is a specific type of Etsy item you would like to see featured in the future -- I take requests (not everyone likes to waste hours away doing this as much as I do!).
Some people call them knick-knacks, some call them tchochkes, I call them an addiction. I love cool little useless things, like bowls, pottery, sculptures, candle holders, figurines...the list goes on. I am almost as obsessed with decorating as I am with fashion, so for my last Etsy day I wanted to share some home decor items currently on my radar. I have cut back on my knick-knack purchases since moving from a house to a smaller apartment, but I still can't resist that perfect little something when I see it. Here are a few irresistible items that I'm sure I could find a place for...somewhere...
I love organic shapes --Heather knight's Element Clay Studio specializes in ceramic sculptures in natural shapes that seem fragile and rare...

Large chartreuse Sea Urchin Bowl, $80.

Micro Sculpture Pollen, $50.
I've got to respect anyone who gives my home state of Oklahoma some much-needed love; Haunted Housewares, a Texas-based crafter, creates cozy plaid pillows in the shape of your favorite state (if they don't have your state featured, they take special requests).

Oklahoma plaid pillow, $34.

Texas plaid pillow, $34.
I've recently become obsessed with pit-fired clay and horsehair pottery, it feels so rugged and ancient. Drexel Earthforms is known for their primitive firing techniques and unique forms.

Medium-large pitfire centerpiece bowl, $95

Tinted Horsehair Urn, $190.
I love the idea of a terrarium -- a tiny little world inside a glass jar. Not to mention, you rarely have to water them (a plus for a black thumb like me). Made by Mavis creates moss terrariums and even sells little gnome homes to decorate your little green world.

Mini Moss Terrariums, $45.

Large Moss Terrarium, $33.
Colorful, glazed pottery is a weakness of mine, particularly something with a vintage feel. Whitney Smith's pottery has 1920's vibe that I love, and the colors are perfection!

Creamer and Sugar set, $88.

Moss Pomegranate Pottery, $64.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Etsy Week, Day 3: Cold Weather Wearables
You may already know her...and love her...but I just can't say enough about the wonderfully eccentric and talented Yokoo. Her super-chunky scarves and hats have been all over the blog world lately, and for good reason. Oh, and her hair cut and glasses are pretty rad too.

Citron Warmer, $70.

The Circumpolar Hat, $55.

Radcliffe Toasties, $35.
Ellita's Flying Snail creates glamorous, gypsy-like knits that feel like a surreal combo of fortuneteller meets evil European countess.
Pixiebell Elfinwear specializes in unique hand knit pixie hats and headwear. They use a variety of wool blend and natural eco-friendly fibers, including soy silk, organic cotton, alpaca, and even recycled yarn. So cozy...
Chunky Cabled Cloche, $36.
Earthly Fae Hood in Cranberry, $52.
Chunky Urchin Tam in Sage, $49.
These are definitely cuter than your grandma's house shoes! Crocheted lace-up socks by Ilusoria add a bit of quirky sex appeal to cold weather wear.
Striped blue lace-up knee socks, $54.
Denmark lace-up ankle socks, $30.
Felted specializes in soft, knitted items such as cowls, fingerless gloves, and one-of-a-kind items like felted wool bowls and rings. 
Merlot colored cowl and winter rose broach, $68.
Fingerless gloves with scalloped edges, $26.
Bloglovin'...Finally!
Why? It just makes sense according to the wisdom of the After School Special: Because everyone's doin it!

















