Daily Ditties: September 18, 2007 - October 10, 2007
Ahhhhh…the colors in this retro style ring are amazing. It reminds me of something I would have worn back in high school & I still find it irresistible. Fully adjustable & made from alpaca silver. From The Sunshine Patch, $10.00.
Bags are my thing & this one knocks my socks off! The browns & greens are so lovely for autumn…be sure to check out this shop to read about how beautifully that these bags are created. From AV Designs, $29.00.
Skip the mass-produced for your next baby shower. Instead, pick up an adorable bib from Paisley Jane. The lining is chenille & it snaps closed. $7.00.
Another bag that makes me swoon. This one has vintage 50’s material making it truly one-of-a-kind. Perfect for shopping & stuffing all of your necessities in. From Materialised, priced at $30.00.
Amethyst is in & you will be too with this beautiful bracelet from Moonrose Jewelry. Adorned with sterling silver & rose quartz. Priced at $25.00.
8 OCTOBER 2007
Check out this very cool website which I found while searching for something else. Indie Coffee Shops lists oodles of independent coffee shops from all over the country. You can add your local indie coffee shop to the list if you can’t find it. Remember…”friends don’t let friends drink Starbucks”.
Everyone always needs another cosmetic bag. Our teen editor, Claire, is a collector of cosmetic bags…she loves ‘em. Her stamp of approval is on this one from Sidney Ann, comes in two sizes $14 & $24.00. Love the dots & the fab lining.
So adorable & so very perfect for autumn. Made with vintage & recycled materials, this bag is tres chic. From Pom-Pom Purses, $30.00.
A must-have & perfect with anything that you decide to throw on. Gorgeous freshwater pearls, silver bali beads with sterling silver clasp make up this bracelet. From Megan Kathleen Designs, $42.00.
Total heaven for me…I love snowflakes & I love pink. This hand-painted one-of-a-kind necklace will have you singing in the snow. From Surly-Ramics, $15.00.
Snag these awesome earrings for just 10 bucks (and free shipping). They’re titanium, lightweight & cooler than cool. From RDC Jewelry Concepts.
6 OCTOBER 2007
I’m ready to start eating this fabulous bracelet from Sweet Stella Designs. Handmade chocolate candies (made of polymer clay) would make this a fun & unique addition to your jewelry collection. $30.00.
Oh, if the weather would just cool off, I would love to wear a red scarf like this. It has to cool off sooner or later & this would be my choice. From Nightstar Jewelry & Wearables, $14.00.
Soooo cute & perfect for tossing in your purse to hold your extras. Love the print…this mini case snaps shut. From Moonbeam Boutique, priced at just $5.50.
4 OCTOBER 2007
Beautiful earrings…and these are screaming autumn! They’re called Celtic Dreams & are made with carnelian quartz & silver balinese beads with sterling silver hooks. From Bead Jewelry Shop Girl, $35.00.
Check these earrings out…love the vintage yellow lucite beads…from Ozmay Designs, $9.00. Treat yourself!
Being an Earl Grey fan, I was naturally attracted to this fun piece of art…perfect for the kitchen. The artist uses her own technique of fabric on wood for her creations…you must check out her shop! From Shellie Mitchell, $40.00.
2 OCTOBER 2007
Simple & dazzling. Perfect with whatever you happen to throw on. Love these onyx & sterling silver earrings from Realisation Creations, $19.00.
Yeah…this is really fun. A vintage gypsy fortune teller pendant…complete with mirror on the back. Get it at Olivia Moon for 10 dollars.
Buggytown Candle Co has come up with one of my favorite new products. Foam pump soap in Lemon Twister (this scent rocks). It’s anti-bacterial & filled with aloe & vitamin E to keep your little hands from being too dry. $5.95.
Spectacular in its simplicity is this double oval, gold-filled necklace from Jewellery by Kate Szabone, $30.00.
1 OCTOBER 2007
Gorgeous, delicate & perfect for the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Gold filled with rose quartz & pearls. From Charming Sam & priced at $28.00. Use code CURE for a 30% discount on these earrings!!
Beautiful fused glass pendant with a gold dragonfly…I love dragonflies. From Wendy Lee Art Glass Jewellery, priced at $22.50.
So perfectly old-fashioned & lovely for today. Check out these lovely blue roses with vintage brass filigree earrings. From Purple Toes Jewelry, make them yours for $9.95.
I love scarves & can’t wait to wear them! Unfortunately, the Chicago weather has yet to cool down. Here’s one that I would love…fun & bright colors & 82” long. From The Lavender Lizard & priced at $25.00. If you hurry, you can catch their BOGO sale which ends at midnight central time on October 1.
Fashionistas, check out this fun hairscarf for the days when you hair just doesn’t quite go where you want it to. Cute even on good hair days! From Rohm, $12.00.
30 SEPTEMBER 2007
Perfect for your funky autumn look. Necklace contains brown & amber mother of pearl & is 34” long for wearing long or wrapping. Tibetan silver toggle clasp. From Sea of Glass, $18.00.
Oh I love these birds & their beautiful colors! This is a print of an acrylic painting measuring 8.5” by 11”. Signed by artist. From Jill Dryer Art, $25.00.
Delicate & stylish. These earrings are made with beautiful flowered Japanese beads. Wires are oxidized sterling silver. From Luxe Deluxe, snag them for just $14.00.
Absolutely charming! This hand drawn print is called Head Parade. You’ll receive this signed by the artist. From Multiple Personality, priced at $20.00.
28 SEPTEMBER 2007
Need a reminder of summer for the cold winter days ahead? Daisy Girl Bath has a hand and body lotion in Almond Coconut that will whisk you away to warm summer days. This smooth and creamy lotion is super moisturizing. Packaged perfectly to stow away in your purse for the woman on the go…$8.00 for the 8 oz. size.
27 SEPTEMBER 2007
When I look at this pendant all I can think is edible…& gorgeous. What a beautiful look for autumn! From Designs with Attitude, $28.00.
Another fab addition to your fall wardrobe should be this bag from Handbags by Daphne. Handmade from beautiful Italian tapestry…I’m circle crazy & I love these along with the colors! $65.00.
The fellow could be Beaver Cleaver. He’s that adorable…on this sweet vintage-inspired card. From Mondo Cherry, priced at $5.00.
25 SEPTEMBER 2007
Positively delightful is this limited edition print from The Dreamy Giraffe. Who doesn’t want to believe in happily ever after? $20.00.
Yowza! Leopard print is in style this fall & here’s the perfect way to show it off. You can have this gorgeous ring in copper or silver wire & custom-sized. $10.00 from Ruby Vegas.
You’ll want to carry this charming journal with you every day & take notes…about everything. Perfect…right down to the Swarovski bead on the cover & the darling hemp closure. From It’s Elemental & priced at $7.00.
Long ago, at another time in my life, I purchased a beautiful pink quartz stone wrapped in silver on a corded chain similar to this. Wearing it always took me from a darker place into one more filled with light. Such a beautiful stone…with wonderful healing properties. You’ll feel fabulous just wearing it…I promise. From Northern Jewels & priced at $26.00.
24 SEPTEMBER 2007
White is stylish all year ‘round with this rockin’ white & gold retro purse. Eames Era patent leather in perfect condition. From Ultra Retro, make it yours for $20.00.
Treat yourself to this man eater pendant…the red heels are so hot! From Pretty Girl Things, it’s $5.00.
23 SEPTEMBER 2007
Check out this fun (and recycled) card from Hey Lady!. “You’re not a geek, I swear”. Priced at $1.75 and .25 cents of your purchase goes to a fruit tree planting foundation. Hey Lady! also offers a 20% military discount. Yay! Do good for the earth & eliminate boring cards!
22 SEPTEMBER 2007
A tee shirt that reminds me of myself!! Yep…I’m one of these two. From Salmon Street Studio & available in a variety of sizes. $20.00.
Aquamarine & sterling silver make up this gorgeous ring…what a perfect duo. From Jewelyrie & priced at $14.00.
These coconut shell earrings from Designs by Amber are off the chain! The purple is amazing! Snag ‘em for $20.00.
Three different lengths make this necklace even more charming. Beautiful colors & made with glass beads & freshwater pearls. From Forever Tuesday & priced at $35.00.
21 SEPTEMBER 2007
A gorgeous find from one of my fellow Marmalade Pink members is this beautiful navy lightweight velvet scarf. From Flying Needle Gallery, on sale for $52.00.
20 SEPTEMBER 2007
This is some serious body scrub, my friends. Brown Sugar Scrub from The Body Bakery can be your new friend. Loaded with skin-loving ingredients like almond oil, oats & of course, brown sugar, it’s a beautiful thing for your skin. Mine is in Butter Toffee Cake & not only is my skin totally soft…but I smell extra sweet! $16.00 for a 9 ounce jar.
19 SEPTEMBER 2007
It’s certainly not too early to be thinking about holiday cards. Be sure to check out I Made This! for eye-catching options. Owner Melissa Epstein will take your photo & create a card that your friends & relatives won’t forget! Pictured here is a card that she created for her own family.
It’s a great time to stop by one of my favorite candle places, Northern Maine Candle. I didn’t even realize that I had clamshell melts in Northern Star left from the winter…this is a perfect scent for fall with notes of clove, orange, apple & vanilla. Love it!
18 SEPTEMBER 2007
Typewriters are not a thing of the past when you can have this bracelet. Made with antique typewriter keys, you’ll be a hit with this hanging on your wrist. From Lizzy Bleu, priced at $29.99.
You’ll be ready for autumn with this beautiful argentium silver necklace from Beth Cyr, priced at $48.00.
Check out these beautiful hammered copper & silver earrings from Kismet Designs. Gorgeous with any outfit you choose, priced at $23.00.
These earrings most certainly do look like they came out of grandma’s jewelry box…they’re called pumpkin spice…perfect for pairing up with that vintage cardigan sweater that you love. From Lilikoi Designer, priced at $12.00.
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