Earth Conscious Finds: Etsy Style

This collection of sustainable goods from Etsy will do better for ourselves, for each other, and for our planet. Not to mention every time we buy from a small business, the owner does a happy dance! Shop these earth conscious finds with our planet in mind.

Natural Soap Bar

If you are like me and done with chemicals in skincare and soap, this all natural skincare line is for both of us. The soap bars contain moisturizing plant butters, essential oils, raw honey and botanical extracts. Click over to view the heavenly scent descriptions. They are all so lovely.

La Marcotterie

Set of Coconut Bowls & Utensils

A beautiful bowl that is made simply out of acai wood, and coconut. Make a smoothie bowl, a poke bowl or just serve your favorite soup in these eco friendly finds.

Batch 2020

Disposable Palm Leaf Plates

Dine alfresco in a most stylish manner! These disposable dishes are produced sustainably from a renewable and biodegradable raw material - fallen Indian Areca Palm Leaves. I have used these before. Guest worthy for sure. Free Shipping.

Wild Leaf Tableware

Eco Friendly Dishwasher Cubes

Have you looked at the ingredient list in your dishwasher tabs? Oh my! These eco friendly dishwasher cubes are vegan and cruelty free, zero percent dyes, paraben and chlorine free, no preservatives added, no synthetic or chemical compounds, no aggressive detergents or dyes. They are biodegradable and safe for the septic system. Best, you can select your scent.

White Dormhouse

Zero Waste Cleaning Set

With these plant-based tools, all the mundane kitchen activities will become a breeze! I happen to like how they look, too. A great shower gift. You get everything you see.

Plantish Future

Butchers Block Cutting & Charcuterie Board

What a beautiful handcrafted piece of work! It's been sustainably made and locally harvested. The scraps from the wood harvested are used as kindling, fertilizer, or created into sawdust for animal beds on the makers farm. Love that. You owe it to yourself to click over and visit this shop.

Captured By Mary Creative

2-in-1 Bathtub Caddy & Bed Tray 

Handmade and oh so handy! It's made from natural bamboo and has a place for everything.

Golden Creazione

Jardin Bouquet Tote

Have you ever noticed that those flower bouquets you pick up at the Farmers Market or grocery, never seem to fit correctly in any bag? They are always so awkward to carry. This tote is made with locally sourced high quality surplus raw denim. There is no use of hardware, plastic, or toxic elastic.  Designed and made in San Francisco with zero byproduct waste.

Aplat Tote

Biodegradable Bamboo Plates

These eco friendly and pretty plates can be used again. They have been crafted with bamboo, wood fiber, and sugarcane. Lovely for so many celebrations. Napkins available to match.

Party Connoisseur

Mesh Cotton Bags

What a fun Etsy shop! They have every kind of bag you would want. My favorite are these $7 cotton mesh bags. They are made from organic cotton and eco friendly mesh. Perfect for produce at the market or accessories at the beach.

Swag Bags

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Say It With Love At Etsy

You've heard of Hallmark Holidays and Kodak moments. I am okay with both, however it has been many years since I was inspired by a Hallmark card. Etsy offers Valentine's greetings that are, charming, cheeky, and cute as can be. Not to mention when shopping Etsy, you make a small business owner do a happy dance!

Sun Hat Love Set

From one of my favorite Etsy illustrators. Send these to all of your most fashionable friends.

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Darling Card

We all know some darlings! Let them know what you think about them this simple but stylish card.

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Rustic Modern Valentine's Packs

So sweet and charming!

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Love You So Much Card

It's okay to say freaking, isn't it?

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Custom Valentine's Portrait

The card that keeps on giving. Hand drawn and painted in fashion illustration style. You supply the photo, and then receive an 8 x 10" portrait by mail, and also high res jpg and pdf files by email. A chic and clever idea.

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Handmade Valentine's Flower Card

From a very cute Etsy shop. Loving the romantic details to this card!

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Scratch A Sketch DIY Card

Such a fun card! Send interactive love that any age will enjoy!

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Personalized Valentine's Sets

So charming!

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Teacher's Gift Card

Love this sparkling card for your children's teachers. Inside is a slot for a gift card. I'm thinking a card to Starbucks, would be welcomed!

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Seed Paper Blooming Card
These cards also keep on giving to the universe. Made of "seed paper," the "love" word is actually wild flower seeds for planting. In other words this card is blooming with love!

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Dining Out At Home

{ Via: My Pinterest }

With the world opening up city by city, so are the restaurants. In Chicago, one can only dine outdoors. We did just that last weekend for lunch.  Truthfully, I prefer to dine at home. I was a bit disappointed. Now is the perfect time to look no further than your own backyard, patio or porch for a meal that is safe and satisfying. If you plan to entertain, while social distancing this Summer, this post is for you.  Enjoy this edit of patio perfect pieces for dining out at home.

Les Ottomans X Matthew Williamson
This trunk show for August delivery is worth waiting for. Every piece is alive with color and style.  The buys: The napkins, tablecloths, and iron trays.
Moda Operandi

Shambala Epices Table Linens
Stain-Resistant and so very cheerful!  
By Garnier Thiebaut
Gracious Style

Courtly Check Mesh Dome
A much needed accessory for unwanted guests! Keep the bugs away from your fabulous food with this stylish server.
MacKenzie-Childs

Vietri Melamine
Sweeten up any setting with the Vietri Melamine Fruit dinnerware.  Loving the juicy motifs. Made of 100% melamine and BPA free. There are serving pieces to coordinate. Best yet, it's all 20% off now.
Alchemy Fine Home

Kim Seybert Table Linens
Loving the Shibori print! It's all very fiesta-ish. One part tie dye and another 
part Japanese.
Alchemy Fine Home

French Bull Melamine Dinnerware
I've always been a fan of this delicious dinnerware. It's bright, colorful, and sets a terrific table. Some of it is on sale, and on top of the sale price (snd regular) take 30% off the price. I bet that you find something fun!
Macy's 

Outdoor Riviera Bar
Get the party going with this retro wonderful piece. It's "part bar, part party bucket, and always ready for a good time." It's also all kinds of weather worthy. And under the teak shelves is a water tight section
 for ice. 
Serena & Lily

Set of 6 Nested Serving Trays 
A tray for anything you're serving! The textures are terrific. 
The Well Appointed House

Artisan Hammered Flatware
Rustic refinement. Perfect indoors or out. Especially good looking on a nature focused table with woven placemats, wooden serving pieces and rattan accessories.
Sundance Catalog

Outdoor Lanterns
Dinner by candlelight is possible outdoors with protective hurricane lanterns. This collection is perfect from the lakefront to your lanai. 
Serena & Lily

Disposable Palm Leaf Plates 
And Accessories
I have used these, and just loved them.  They are made without chemicals, are disposable, biodegradable, and compostable. I will add that these plates are quite elegant with the right accessories.
Eco Elegant Tableware

Kartell Jellie Plates
Quite unique and ever so pretty. These rose colored dishes also have glasses in the collection. Other colors available.
Amara

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The Best Of Etsy: Design Awards

  { Via: Etsy }

Today I present to you the Etsy Design Awards . They represent Etsy’s first-ever global award program. #TheEtsies will highlight the best of Etsy and celebrate the talented people behind the winning products. The judges of this global event are a who's who in the design world like Writer and actor Dan Levy, Style expert, Joe Zee, author and artist Garance Doré and more. I've studied the finalist shops, created an edit of my favorites, and present them in this post. Enjoy these one of a kind products.

~ Signature Style ~

Jewelry, fashion or accessories that make a singular statement. You'll love the haute and handmade style

Vitro Atelier 

These contemporary acrylic chic clutches caught my eye immediately.  They really are wearable works of art. The bags are handcrafted in Athens but shipped from the Vitro Atelier Shop in London. Great news for us in the states, they ship for free!

Little Goodall

I think you will just love this whimsical handmade clothing line for children. I mean what little boy wouldn't want a robot coat? And little girls will fall for the rainbows, butterflies, and ice cream cones. It's all so cute.

~ Inventive Decor ~

Products that make your home sanctuary-worthy. Enjoy these styles that can't be found anywhere else.

Name Design  Studio
I can see why this shop was an editor's pick! Such fun and colorful handmade designs for your home. The Suzani and velvet fabrics are real statement makers. Don't be afraid of purchasing furniture that you haven't actually seen. Every piece of furniture in my home was custom made. Just read the reviews of this talented company.

Sian Zing
You'll love the magical magnetic wallpaper for children's rooms. And the classic wallpaper and murals are super pretty, too. There is even a few bed linens to match the papers. Very creative and special!

~ Festive Celebrations ~ 
Decorations for all things wedding that are the life of the party. Find gorgeous gowns, elegant invitations, place cards, and more.

Pearl & Vine Print Shop
Luxury and professional wedding stationery. With a minimalist but elegant spirit, this Etsy shop offers affordable luxury. I thought that the wax seals were a divine idea.

Mimetik
For the bride on a budget. These beautiful gowns are handmade in Barcelona. Doesn't that sound romantic? They are lovely with a boho chic aesthetic. Best yet, they are very affordable, as in under $700. You will also find fab bridesmaid dresses. So lovely!

~ Earth-Friendly ~
Sustainably made finds that help the planet and make this world a better place. Oh and they also have plenty of sustainable style!

Franky And J Designs
This Etsy shop features paper arts, home decor, and calligraphy. A stunning shop! All designs are great, but I particularly love the paper bowls. They are priced perfectly for gift giving.

ADB Botanical Color
Naturally dyed "stuff." perfectly imperfect. Shop owner, Amanda de Beaufort's table linens, bags, scarves, and wraps are truly one of a kind pieces. I love the botanically derived colors. Any one piece is a work of art.

~ Creative Collaborations ~
Personalized, handcrafted goods that put the “special” in “special order.”  Fabulous finds for a one of a kind look.

Phillopcom
Personalized Leather Accessories. Leather bags, jewelry and more for women. From the drawing board to the last stitch, this stylish selection is exclusive and handmade.

Jay Monique Creative
Weddings & events. I am in awe of their modern origami invitations. Vibrant and hand folded invitation sleeves are sure to impress. I have never received one, have you?

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