If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect valentine, here are some stellar options:
(See other card round-ups here and here, in case you missed them).
So many to choose from. Do you have a favorite?
This might be my last valentine cards post, but it’s almost certainly not my last Valentine’s Day post!
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I’m a child of the 80s, so I picked some handmade neon favorites for you. Also, I thought you might need some help waking up this morning.
Happy Monday!
Clockwise from top left:
Green washi tape by Washi Wishes
Tote bag with leather handles and neon stripes by Joyner Avenue
Grey linen pillow with neon yellow pattern by Paleolochic
Neon wood bangles by Voz Clothing & Art
Silver and neon orange pendant light by Earth Sea Warrior
Hello, I Love You print by Mengsel Design
Love You nightlight by Owly Shadow Puppets
Modern baby outfit by From Marissa V.
Neon pink cat doll by Mia Hansen Design
Honeycomb with neon bracelet by Cyclical Industries
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1. Bright fun building block fridge magnets ($13.49) by Alice Apple
2. Hello sunshine mug ($25) by Oh Leander
3. X marks the spot kids tee ($28) by b. children’s wear
4. Love pillow ($48) by Love Maki
5. Handmade girl doll with knitted clothes ($104.25) by Hasenpfeffer
6. Pink floral dishtowel ($18) by Lisa Rupp
7. Go fish notecards, set of eight ($12.50) by Nella Designs
8. Keyboard shortcuts pencil set ($6) by oneupdesigns
9. Camera cookies ($35) by Manjar Sweets
10. Comic hero Zow! cape ($30) by Ellie Bellie Kids
11. Dawn to Dusk placemats ($45) by Satsuki Shibuya
12. Golden snitch locket ($26) by Spiffing Jewelry
13. Leather camera strap ($85) by eat sleep play
14. Modern case study architectural birdhouse with attached pool ($225) by Burd Haus
15. Atari cartridges print, 11 x 14 ($50) by Hollis Brown Thornton
Please be sure to see all of my Holiday Gift Guides for gift giving inspiration.
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1. Floor cushion ($92.59) by lacasadecotó
2. Personalized Santa sack ($31.72) by Rocket and Bear
3. Folkdance shopping tote ($17) by Roddy & Ginger
4. Silly seal natural rubber stamp ($18) by Ink + Wit
5. Happy Badge party pack ($19.03) by Tea & Ceremony
6. Lovebird pitcher ($39.49) by ninainvorm
7. Cigar pattern screenprint ($15) by lfdept
8. Interchangeable necklace ($30) by Happy Doodle Land
9. Mini goals chalkboard ($55) by Mary Kate McDevitt
10. Custom embroidered necklace ($32) by Merriweather Council
11. Apple wall hanging ($44) by oktak
12. Print your own 2012 calendar ($14.67) by Modern Emotive
13. Seasons set of four prints ($24) by Leah Duncan
(Note: if the prices seem a little funny, it’s likely that the Etsy shop is not located in the US, but don’t let that deter you from ordering from their shop.)
Still more holiday picks to come, in case you need more inspiration. You can also click the “Holiday Gift Guide” link under Categories (on the right) to see all the gift guides I’ve put together over the past three years.
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1. Flower Field cushion covers ($34.35 each) by Skinny Laminx
2. Itty bitty concrete planters ($15 each) by Tortoise Loves Donkey
3. Scandinavian enamel bowl ($98) from Olive and Frances
4. Lemon chalcedony cluster necklace ($42) by Friedasophie
5. Aqua Breeze weekly tote ($120) by Smidgebox Designs
6. Vintage buttons from ($7) Such Sweet Tierney
7. Snow globe stamp ($12.50) from Present & Correct
8. Mary Jane slippers ($64) by LaLa Shoes
9. Pink rain cloud onesie ($28) by bchildrenswear
10. Lambswool owl ($39.80) by Sally Nencini
11. Custom recipe cards ($30) by Paisley Tree Press
12. Merry Maker peppermint soap ($8) by Nostalgia Organics
13. Queen size blanket ($100) by PataPri
14. Custom calligraphy stamp ($45) by Meant To Be Calligraphy
15. Apple tree bicycle plate ($18) by KoKoKo Shop
16. Felt mouse in a matchbox (~$21) by Atelier Pompadour
17. Warm trousers with huge side pockets ($35) by Adatine
Remember to support small businesses this holiday season.
Stay tuned for more holiday picks!
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Hard to imagine a more cheerful calendar than this one by Alice Apple. One of my favorite Etsy shops.
It measures 17.25″ x 11.25″.
What are your favorite 2012 calendars so far?
Image: Alice Burrows for Alice Apple
First of all, hello! I’ve been away from this blog for awhile. How have you been?
Second, did you know I have an Etsy shop called Pushing Papers? I put together surprise packs of the prettiest notecards (much of it is letterpress) and other paper goods, and I always add in some bonus treats for you too.
In honor of the Labor Day weekend, use YAYLABORDAY coupon code for 15% off your order through Monday night (September 5).
And, if you’ve been meaning to buy a paper pack but haven’t gotten around to it, you should consider doing it soon. I stopped adding to my inventory a couple of months ago, and will close the shop when I am all sold out!
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I’m looking forward to these booths and dozens more at the Renegade Craft Fair in Brooklyn next weekend (June 11 – 12).
1. Nicce Dress by Pip-Squeak Chapeau
2. Masquerade Ball dolls by Tidiworld
3. Love pouches by Humunuku
4. Letterpress Dice print by Stukenborg Studio & Press
5. Rolsten Backpack by Shelter
In other Shop Handmade news, you should check out the new Worthsy website, where creators Jessika and Zoe will carefully curate one new handmade good to be auctioned each week. Their debut auction item, made by Jessika, is charming. If you are a handmade artist, you can submit your shop / goods for consideration, too.
Wishing you all a happy weekend! xo
1. weRobot glow in the dark t-shirt with 51 iconic robots by the Chop Shop
2. Manly and pensive custom Moleskine notebooks, set of 3, by big and mighty
3. Tools included Bike Roll by Bike Cozy
4. Strong Man print by Gold Teeth Brooklyn
5. Reclaimed wood desk caddy by Peg and Awl
6. T Rex on a bicycle t-shirt by Dark Cycle Clothing
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Inspired by my peony bushes, which are *thisclose* to blooming. Just a few more days, I hope.
Pink Peonies fine art print (8 x 10, $30) by West of Whimsy
Peony letterpress stationery (set of 6, $12 ) by Missive
Pink posy necklace ($20) by La Petite Posy
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