What I Want Now! MarKhed Design

I actually don't wear very much jewelry...which is ironic since I make the stuff!
LOL!
But every now and then I find a designer that makes me WANT to WEAR it!
MarKhed Designs is ABSOLUTELY something every sassy gal should have!
Marie, the designer and creator, knows exactly what is the perfect edgy and totally sexy must have accessory.
She certainly has many fabulous designs in her shop to choose from. I'm  pretty sure it will be near impossible to not find what's perfect for you! My guess, more then likely you'll find several pieces that will fit that bill!
I admire the fact that she takes pride in using as little machine made components as possible.
What you see is what she ACTUALLY made.
Here are a few of my favorites!
This piece is screaming "WEAR ME" every time I see it!
So Sexy!
*hint hint*
My birthday is in a few months!
LOL!

Sexy Sterling Silver Pinup Girl Necklace

Large Sterling Silver Antler Necklace

Just Breathe, Sterling Silver Lungs

Tiny Sterling Silver Bunny Hoop Earrings

Seriously, if it was up to me I would list the entire shop here.

I absolutely recommend you clicking over and checking out her shop!

Fabulous gift ideas that you won't find anywhere else!

Here are more great places to see what she's up to:
Blog: http://www.markheddesign.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/markheddesign
http://www.twitter.com/markhed


*photos Courtesy of MarKhed

Etsy Twitter Team Getting Ready For St. Patrick's Day!

St Patrick's Day is just around the corner!
What other time of the year can you have so much fun wearing GREEN with the option of at least saying you're going to pinch someone?! (I suppose now days it's not PC to actually do the pinching literally)
LOL!
Can I just say I was so excited finding SO MANY awesome things for March 17th!

Crocheted Scarf with pocket in Spring Green

by Jenco13

Kiss Me Im Irish - Scrabble Tile Pendant

by prettywhimsical 

Emerald cover No. 3

by Butterflyalley

...I figured eggs need a little love and style too!

Carey earrings 

by anapinatalier

Shamrocks on Green Grosgrain Ribbon

by scrapwithstyle

Garden Wedding Necklace

by MommaGoddess 

Ruffles Ruffles Ring

by DorsetHillBeads

Crocheted Lace Butterfly Shawl

by crochetgal

Of course we can't leave the little ones out of this!

Newborn Cocoon and Beanie Hat Set

by BeautifulPhotoProps

Pink Daisy Pendant Necklace

by madcandy

Sour Apple - glass post earrings 

by mysassyglass

Gorgeous Green Hand Spun, Hand dyed 

Falkland Wool Crochet Beanie Newsboy

by talinaann

I could go on and on with the terrific finds so much so that I will be continuing this theme next week! Besides, all of these are stylish and fabulous to wear all year round!

...well, and I just LOVE Green!

5 Wedding Food Trends For 2011

Look what I found over at sheknows.com.
What's New In Wedding Food 

I love the idea of little mini items...yeah, I KNOW I like the "cute" aspect of it!
The article by Kori Ellis has the 5 wedding food trends that are popular right now for  2011.
One is opting for pie instead of the traditional cake!
Mmmmm who doesn't like fresh baked pie!
Check out the rest of her article for what else is hot in Wedding food trends!
*Photo courtesy of  sheknows.com

SHOP OF THE WEEK: Faerytalewings

SOTW -- Faerytalewings

Our shop of the week features a match made in Heaven: Lydia and Curtis Kinsey! Lydia is the artist who keeps a shop full of colorful designs to delight young and old alike and also some thoughtfully lovely pen-and-ink sketches. Curtis does some art, but is mainly the background support structure who handles the business end (and also can take a lot of the credit for our ETT website!)

Lydia's designs are very recognizeable. She often uses a softer palette and doesn't draw in an over-complicated manner. From her haunting Undine to her I-can-almost-smell-it Hot Chocolate Cocoa and Marshmallows, her body of work offers something for virtually everyone. Got an idea that you'd love? Just ask! Lydia is open to personalizing a work for you!

"Because we live in Florida," Lydia says "the landscape and weather influences the painting. Take for example Ripe Lemon Yellow Seascape"--it is basically a Gulf Coast sunset!

Lydia has had several inspirational events and people in her life. She was fortunate to travel to Italy at the impressionable age of 14. She was further inspired by Elaine Dubin, her painting instructor for several years. Sticking to her own style, she also admires artist Frank Frazetta for his bold colors and sculptural men and women. Says Lydia, "No little stick ladies!"

Feeling strongly about art, Lydia would put her money to good use if she had $1 million and had to give away every penny. She would donate it to "small school arts programs, beause politicians will never, ever, ever understand the importance or need for art in the curriculum."

The following piece by Lydia is an ACEO: "Artist Trading Cards (or ATCs) are miniature works of art about the same size as modern baseball cards" as defined by wikipedia.

Faerytalewings is offering
Use the code ETTSOTW for
15% off all items in the Etsy Shop
~~~~~~~~~~
Etsy Shop: http://www.faerytalewings.etsy.com
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/faerytalewings
Facebook: http://www.on.fb.me/faerytalewings 
Blog/Portfolio: http://www.faerytalewings.com (not a blog right now, but will point to a portfolio website very soon, with coming attractions!)
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/LydiaKinsey
Website: http://www.faerytale-wings.deviantart.com

Written by Judy of WellspringCreations

Stormy Weather With The Etsy Twitter Team

The wind is howling and the rain is pouring outside!
I just LOVE the sound of rain...
Watery blues,  misty grays and hazy skies inspired this weeks selections.

Sea Salt Spa Soap Vegan Unscented

by AquarianBath

Kittens and Pansies Giclee

by RobinMariaPedrero

HEAVEN SCENT - Triple Scented Candle

by DavesHomemade

Blue Lace Agate Handcrafted Wire Wrapped 

Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace

by WellspringCreations

Totoro and Friends ACEO

by faerytalewings

I'll Always Make Room For You PRINT

by acageybee

SALE Gray Fuzzle Fashion Scarf - 

Smokey Fuzzle

by FoxyGknits 

Get the Lead Out T Shirt Yarn Necklace

by threepeats

You're In My Heart Birdy Gift Tag Set in Vintage Colors and Scallops

by misseskwittys

The REVERSIBLE Cabled Neckwarmer  

In DEEP TEAL/ UNISEX

by yarncoture

Artisan made French Inspired 

Mixed Media Necklace

by HoneyFromTheBee

Rectangular Wristlet Purse Bag 

Diamonds in Powder Blue

by LMcreation

Flat A2 Notecards, Boxed Set of 6 

Rainy Day Elephant

by tamaragarvey

Sky Blue Seaglass Pendant

by smutopia

Clouds Die Cut Paper Piecing Scrapbook 

Embellishments Cloud Sky Fun

by scrapwithstyle

Sky Blue Water Drop Hoop Earrings

by prettycheap

I am amazed with the selection of items I found and I think they were great visuals for a rainy day!

New Swarovski Crystal Flowers

Sorry for the infrequent posts again.
Unfortunately, my health has made it a challenge to get anything done.
;)
The good things I feel well enough to make a short post and share some of the new items I have been listing in my shop.
As I stated before my Spring collection has A LOT of COLOR.

I also have some items in mind for Bridesmaids and the Maid of Honor.
(Since I was "told" by several of you that I "needed" to offer more then fancy Bride pieces)
...you know who you are!
LOL!!!!
Here are some really pretty new crystal flower pieces I have in my shop!

I must confess that they are SO MUCH prettier in person!
Some of them just photograph looking "flat" but have so much sparkle in person.
I actually wore a clear crystal one that I made for myself the other day when I went out...I literally sold it off my head! I was totally surprised but I think because it looks so much prettier when you see the light hit it during movement...WAY better then a static photo.
Anyway, here are a few new pieces already available in my shop!

Swarovski Pacific Opal Flower

Swarovski Clear Crystal Flower

Swarovski Crystal Flower in Light Azore AB

Swarovski Crystal Flower in Vintage Rose

Swarovski Crystal Flower Indicolite

I'm adding several more colors to my shop.

The great thing is that I literally can make flowers from any color that Swarovski makes so it's perfect for the entire Bridesmaid party. Plus, these are wonderful to wear any time for anything so they make an over all pretty gift. 

Several people were telling me these will make great accessories for Prom and Quinceaneras. 

I'll be sharing more new items when my health and time allows so keep checking back!