Monday Morning Mosaics

If you need a gift in a hurry, gift certificates are a terrific way to give someone a gift when you're down to the wire in your last minute holiday shopping.

Whether you're just not sure what to get someone, or you're running out of time to pick up a special gift, online gift certificates are a terrific resolution to this issue and lots of shops on the handmade marketplace offer them as well!

This week we'll be focusing on online shops in the handmade marketplace that offer this terrific last-minute option to shopping, starting with the four shops below!


Crop Circle Clay - Inspiring, Earthy, Spiritual Pottery

Diana Brower from Dayton, Ohio

Vibrant glazes and beautiful forms make up this shop filled with ceramic wonders from mugs and goblets to jewelry, personalized items, bowls and platters, beads for crafters, candle trays and more. Stoneware has an earthy appeal and solid weight behind it that makes it perfect for any home and this shop offers gift certificates in a variety of price points as well!

Down to Earth Woodworks - Blanks, Planks and Platters

Robert Goforth from Concrete, Washington

Cutting boards and other artistic products from raw materials salvaged locally in the foothills of the North Cascades. Great care is taken to find and identify materials which might otherwise be considered unusable, be it a recycled old growth timber or a section off of a fallen log in the forest.

Enhabiten - Earth-Friendly Materials, Simple Rustic Design

Liane from New Hampshire, Connecticut

Whether you're looking for something pretty to wear, a touch of lace to touch up your outfit or a bit of rustic home decor, this shop is one you won't want to miss with lots of earthy colors, rustic charm and primitive pieces sure to make any home a little more cozy or any outfit a little more comfortable. Gift Certificates are available in a variety of price points.

Feed Your Soul Art - Creative Therapy by Harmoy

Harmony from Gainesville, Florida

Adorable art prints and wall panel prints are combined with creativity art journals and wearable art pieces in this shop filled with creativity and a unique vision of life as we know it. Inspirational pick-me-up pieces abound and Gift Certificates are available, as with all the shops featured here today.

The handmade marketplace and the talented artisans you'll find there are a terrific alternative to commercial products and with the added bonus of personalized care and an attention to detail and quality that commercial products lack.

Just because it's only a few days away from Christmas Day doesn't mean you can't find something thoughtful and special for those you need to by for.

Gift certificates are an excellent way to purchase last minute gifts that show thought and care without the stress of worrying about postal deadlines. So, don't forget to browse through artisan works and see what you can find, you'll be surprised at just how much creativity, originality and quality is out there!

Hand Crafted Owl Home Decor

If you love owls, you're going to love this shop. And if you know someone else that loves owls that you're in the process of shopping for, today's feature shop is one you won't want to miss because your holiday shopping will be complete once you've stopped in to take a look around.

TheSleepyOwlTM on Etsy specializes in owl pillows like the one pictured here in this blog post.

They come in all different colors and patterns, some with ruffles and some without but all with great big sleepy eyes and a nonplussed expression that's sure to make you smile just as they did me when I first stumbled across this shop.

The artist that creates these adorable owls takes custom orders too! So if you don't see a color or design that quite fits what you want, you can contact them to get something custom done just for you

Also, don't forget to look through their sold items too! There's some cute designs and ideas in there as well including my favorite... a hot pink owl with fluffy fuzzy black feathers edging its wings instead of ruffles.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURES ABOVE TO VISIT THESLEEPYOWLTM ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE!

Wine Art Wednesdays and the Sober Blogger

I ran across a shop the other day that was so much fun that I had to share it with you.

The shop is WineArtWednesdays on Etsy and they have one of the most fun shops I've seen in a long time.

The concept behind this shop is simple. A group of seven friends and artists get together once a week to enjoy a little gossip, wine, slow food, and art every Wednesday evening!

Over an evening of delicious food, good wine and a night of gossip, Alex Whatton, Audrey Grice, Denise Lohr, Jen Lamie, Joan Pilarczyk, Naty Carter and Rita Paradis paint the night away and then share their completed pieces in this wonderful shop!

There are seasonal pieces and more, all gathered together to create a shop full of color and creativity that is filled with love and fun that overflows and comes through in every piece you'll find in this gallery of friends.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT THE WINE ART WEDNESDAYS GALLERY ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE.

If you like what you see in the WineArtWednesdays shop, you may also enjoy visiting the Wine Art Wednesdays and the Sober Blogger blog where the artists occasionally blog about their work, their time together as well as sharing promotional codes from time to time!

Romantic Vintage Chic Style Jewelry & Vintage Treasures

Total cuteness.

When I was approached to feature this shop, she hadn't yet added her holiday items and I'm so glad I waited until she did! Otherwise I might have missed this adorable snowman necklace which has instantly become my favorite item in today's feature shop.

Alyssabeths on Etsy is a jewelry shop on Etsy that specializes in vintage-inspired jewelry with a chic sense of style.

Beth, the artist behind the design of these pieces of inspired jewelry, has a shop that's stocked full of everything from the classic pieces like bracelets, earrings and necklaces to jewelry sets, hair accessories and a wonderful budding Christmas section that's quickly filling with beautiful pieces for winter and the holidays!

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT ALYSSABETHS ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE!

If you like what you see in Alyssabeths' shop, you may also enjoy visiting Alyssabeths' blog or website or stopping by to say hi to the artist on Facebook or Twitter!

Beautiful Personalized Decor for Little Ones

So many of my friends these days are expecting and are looking for classic but baby-safe gifts and decor for expectant mothers as well as the parents of babies and toddlers that I anted to take a minute to introduce this wonderful shop today.

GypsyLaneDesigns on Etsy is a beautiful little shop filled with options for personalized decor for baby and toddler rooms.

Hand painted baby blocks for book ends, photo props and decor options are scatted through their shop among other wonderful gifts such as picture frames, growth charts, hand painted wooden letters, drawer knobs, alphabet prints, name paintings, step stools and more. All handmade, of course. And many of their products have a custom aspect to them which easily can make whatever you choose into something original and extra special.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT GYPSY LANE DESIGNS ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE.

If you like what you see in Gypsy Lane Designs' Etsy shop, you may also enjoy visiting the Gypsy Lane Design blog or stopping by to say hi to the artist on Facebook to earn 10% off your order!

A Three-for-One Thursday Theme

I've written about my love for journals and my belief in their importance for people's lives as well as for those of future generations before in a past blog post . I think that they're important and I think that they can have a great deal of use and significance in someone's life depending on how they are used.

Even if you've never thought of writing a book, a journal is a terrific way to explore your creativity and you'll be surprised how fast it fills up once you get started. I've filled up many over my lifetime with everything from rambling thoughts to short stories, poetry, lists and more.

Today I'd like to introduce you to three journals that have caught my eye and the sellers shops who carry them and a wide variety of other beautiful journals as well.

Baghy on Etsy is filled with beautiful journals handcrafted and bound in leather to delight the eyes and senses. I'm particularly drawn to this one done in green with it's beautifully hand-painted ivy leaves and buckle closure. All the journals have unique, earthy designs that draw the eye and, in my experience, calm the soul as well as inspire one to open them every day and add a little more to their contents. Small Leather Sketchbook by Baghy - $46.00 USD

Heaven Sent Crafts on Etsy is filled with recycled journals and notebooks made from items such as board game boards, coasters, floppy disks and more. I own the notebook pictured here in this feature that's made with coasters and can personally vouch for the quality of workmanship offered in this shop. I love my little notebook and it's fun design and originality get compliments wherever I go. Recycled Journal Notebook by HeavenSentCrafts - $5.00 USD

Unique and carefully handmade, each of the journals and notebooks found in Kreativlink on Etsy have an aesthetic appeal that draws you in. Original artwork decorates the covers of these handmade leather and fabric journals, many of which are made with hand torn pages for an authentic, handcrafted appeal. Some are earthy, others are mystic or just have an artisan appeal such as the one I like that's pictured here titled "BRUSH". 'BRUSH' Leather Notebook/Journal by Kreativlink - $49.00 USD

Whether you're a writer, a list maker, an artist that needs a place to sketch your ideas or you just have a love for journals in general, there's plenty of beautiful handmade options to choose from like those introduced here in this post and lots more that you can find on the handmade marketplace.

Be sure to stop by places like Etsy and Artfire to explore these venues for what they have to offer!

Unique Handmade Products for Interior Decoration

So cool that resistance is futile.

I found this shop by accident while searching for something else and now I'm stuck wanting everything that they have to offer even though I don't have any room in my home for it all.

Steampunk, fantasy, acrylic paintings and more. Pushok1983 on Etsy has it all with a specialty towards acrylic paints and leather work with lots of detail.

I'm especially drawn to the very cool ceiling mobiles, hot air balloons and air ships like the one pictured in this post.

All of the pieces in the shop have details galore and lots of delicate parts, fascinating design and an attention to detail that shines through even in the pictures. Each piece is OOAK, entirely unique from start to finish as well as affordably priced, and the artist offers the option of custom ordering, as well.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT PUSHOK1983 ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE!

If you like what you see in Pushok1983's shop, you may also enjoy visiting Pushok1983's website or stopping by to say hi to the artist on Facebook!

Monday Morning Mosaics

Accessories are a part of life, especially in the fall and winter when you start dressing warmer and bundling up.

Today's Monday Mosaic is all about accessorizing from purses to hair accessories, scarves and more. Take a look at these four talented artisans that caught my eye in the handmade market place this weekend.

Betsy and Bess - Unique Upcycled Purses & Handmade Accessories

Elizabeth from Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Looking out for the environment and the economy with eco-friendly products and up-cycled items, this shop is filled with wonderful warm accessories for winter weather along side beautiful totes, purses, wallets and bags galore. They are also offering some beautiful handcrafted Christmas Stockings for the holidays!

Bien Aime Beloved - DIY Flower Tutorials and Custom Made Blooms

Cara Hunter from Atlanta, Georgia

Whether you're looking for pretty blooms to buy and wear or some tutorials so that you can make them yourself, this shop has just what you're looking for with lots of DIY flower tutorials as well as ready-made blooms and an open policy for custom orders that will allow you to order just what you're looking for.

Peeko Apparel - OOAK Indie Made Clothing, Accessories and Jewellery

Brook Fung from San Francisco, California

Cutting edge style and fashion all displayed in beautiful photos abound in this shop that carries everything from jewelry and scarves to headbands, turbans, bags, belts as well as clothing. The shop has a very urban feel and is filled with innovative accessories that are sure to be a hit.

Jordani Sarreal - Clutches, Coin Purses, Cosmetic Bags and More

Jordani Sarreal from Tacoma, Washington

Sewing since the age of five, you can be sure that the accessories you find in this shop are going to be of high quality and beautifully made. The pouches, clutches and more in this shop are created with beautiful, colorful prints and lots of style. Artist welcomes wholesale, consignment, and custom orders.

The handmade marketplace and the talented artisans you'll find there are a terrific alternative to commercial products and with the added bonus of personalized care and an attention to detail and quality that commercial products lack.

When shopping for accessories for this season or the next, don't forget to browse through artisan works and see what you can find, you'll be surprised at just how much creativity, originality and quality is out there!

Hair Fascinators, Embellished Hats and Hair Accessories

Recently I was contacted by a talented designer. Olivia Stackhouse is not just talented but she has vision as well and an eye for style and fashion.

In her time since graduating from college, she has created her own brand, the Lazy Leopard, which is filled with simple but beautiful pieces from feather hair fascinators to embellished hats, barrettes, headbands and more.

The designs are simple and yet there is a flair of sass and personality to every piece in her collection and each piece is uniquely different from the last as well.

Olivia sells both on her own Lazy Leopard website where she has a gallery of her work as well as takes custom orders. She also has a shop over at Big Cartel by the same Lazy Leopard Boutique title. In both locations you'll find a wonderful variety of beautiful products to browse through that are perfect for everyday wear or fashion forward dressing for special occasions, weddings and more.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT OLIVIA STACKHOUSE'S LAZY LEOPARD ON BIGCARTEL AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE!

If you like what you see in the Lazy Leopard shop, you may also enjoy visiting Olivia Stackhouse's blog or stopping by to say hi to the artist on Facebook!

Stella Bleu Designs Industrial Decor on Etsy

I love discovering new home decor inspirations and I hit the mother-load when I found today's feature shop.

Stella Bleu Designs Industrial Decor on Etsy is a shop that is filled with amazing pieces of wall art designed from industrial pipe and other components to create interesting lighting ideas and book shelves to die for.

From pipe sconces to coat racks, bookshelves and more, this shop has revolutionized the modern industrial style of home decor and if you're looking for a unique and interesting fixture to incorporate into your home decor, this is a shop you won't want to miss stopping by to check out.

The artist, K Katz, also offers the option of custom designs and loves working with her customers to create something to fit their unique needs.

Also included in this shop are a handful of unique original works of art with a definitive influence of The Blues and blue grass behind their inspiration and creation.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT STELLABLEUDESIGNS ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE.

Macrame Jewelry with South American Stones

Usually, when I think of Macrame, I think of those owls that hung on the walls of homes in the 70's. It's kind of a lost art, really, in that you don't see a lot of people who work with macrame anymore.

After seeing today's feature shop, though, my vision of this form of artwork has changed completely.

GitanaMama on Etsy is filled with macrame jewelry. In fact, the jewelry in this shop is nothing like those long ago owls but instead is delicate and earthy and absolutely gorgeous pieces made by knotting thread to create patterns and designs unique to the artist.

Catie Atkinson from Santa Fe, New Mexico has spent a good portion of her life backpacking through South America with her husband where they learned the art of jewelry design, leather work and macrame. In their travels, the places that they visited and people they met became inspiration for their jewelry designs and art.

Many of the pieces in GitanaMama are made with semiprecious stones and other beads are sometimes incorporated into the work as well. Each piece in the shop is a one of a kind design you won't come across again so you can be guaranteed to have purchased something uniquely yours.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT GITANAMAMA ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE.

Highest Quality Hand Painted Concrete Leaf Art

Have you ever visited a site while shopping and come across something that takes your breath away? Today's shop is one of those for me and I think it will be for you too.

When you think of the delicate structure of nature's creation, the leaf, it's one of those things that brings to mind a certain amount of intricate delicacy that only nature itself can create.

When you think of concrete, on the other hand, (or when I do)... what comes to mind is sidewalks and buildings, architecture and cities.

Today's shop, Concrete Impressions on Etsy, has found a way to combine these two seemingly opposing entities into beautiful art.

The artist creates unique, beautiful cast leaves created in concrete that are then hand painted with an eye for color and detail.

Raspberry leaves and sycamore leaves sit beside leaf castings from hostas, begonias, hydrangeas and more in this shop that's filled with the beauty of nature and creativity of man combined.

Terry, the artist who creates these amazing works of art, also takes custom orders! So if you want something to match your decor or have an idea you need some help bringing to life, be sure to send him a note and let him know!

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT CONCRETE IMPRESSIONS ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE!

A Three-for-One Thursday Theme

Scarves and mittens, gloves, legwarmers, knitted slippers and socks. It's that time of year when we're starting to look for warm, cozy items to bundle up into to stay warm and, honestly... who wants to sacrifice fashion for warmth?

Fortunately, there's lots of options out there that will allow you to do both! Here are a few I stumbled across that caught my eye and made me take a second look.

Gams or stems, whatever you call them, they need warmth too! Leg warmers are a terrific option for women who want to wear skirts and dresses in winter weather and need a bit of warmth to help keep their legs warm in te process. Knitwit4ever on Etsy has a variety of leg warmers as well as other warm and cozy knit items in a variety of colors and offers custom orders as well! Knitted Leg Warmers by knitwit4ever - $30.00 USD

Soft and bulky circle scarves in beautiful knitted designs, unisex designs to find gifts for men as well as fingerless gloves, knit dresses and more can be found in mbgdesigns on Etsy. I was personally drawn to this beautifully knit cowl and it's elegant drape that's perfect for harsh winters to help keep you nice and cozy warm even in the coldest weather while staying stylish and fashionable at the same time. Extra Thick Wool Cozy Cowl Circle Scarf - $70.00 USD

Sometimes you just need a bit of warmth instead of the whole shebang. A little something warm and soft to toss over your head and wear around the office or under a jacket for a touch of extra warmth. KnitNicoleKnit on Etsy sells a variety of neck warmers like this one that's perfect for milder days or a little warmth as well as a wide variety of other knits including jewelry. Honeysuckle Pink and Grey Cowl/Neck Warmer - $35.00 USD

With colder weather on the rise, it's time to start bundling up against the nip in the air. Fall is a beautiful time of year but it's also the time of catching colds so be sure to stay warm! One of the ways you can do that is by stocking up on warm weather knits like those introduced here in this post and lots more that you can find on the handmade marketplace.

Be sure to stop by places like Etsy and Artfire to explore these venues for what they have to offer!

Illuminate Your Life with Fairy Lights by Tales of the Firefly

Sometimes when I watch TV I have seen some places decorated with beautiful lights, colorful and serene. Porches are draped with them, foliage is decorated with them.

These lights have always drawn me. They're not Christmas lights, but accent lights used to create a mood and ambiance.

And then I discovered today's feature shop, where I learned not just what these lights are called, but where to get them!

TalesOfTheFirefly on Etsy is filled with these lights, called fairy lights, that have been handcrafted and are designed in breathtaking colors.

The artist, from Germany, is as inspired by the mood and ambiance these lights can create as much as I am entranced.

As a result, they enjoy creating them in a variety of shapes and colors to fit the needs and desires of those looking for something unique and special to help decorate their home, office or even special events.

Tales of the Firefly offers a verity of colors in the shop to browse through, but also offers the option of ordering custom lights made just for you!

The lights are beautiful and affordable and if you're looking for inspiration to create that special mood in your decor, be sure to stop by and take a look. You won't be disappointed.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURES ABOVE TO VISIT THE TALES OF THE FIREFLY SHOP ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE.

If you like the Tales of the Firefly shop, you may also enjoy visiting the Tales of the Firefly blog or stopping by to say hi to the artist on Facebook or Twitter!

Laser Engraved Gifts, Custom Logos and More

If you're looking for something personalized with a professional flare but handcrafted skill, today's feature shop could be just what you're looking for!

PictureItCreations on Etsy is filled with gift items that have been laser engraved with personalized messages, pictures and more.

You can have items engraved with your company logo, friends names, children's names, wedding dates and even photographs! They sky is the limit and custom orders are their specialty.

This shop started out with a mommy from home, named Taryn L. McCracken, who wanted to contribute to the family finances and began doing engraved pictures as a way to bring in a bit of extra cash.

After a year, she expanded her inventory when she picked up a laser engraver and then most recently, the shop expanded again when a vinyl cutter was added as well!

Now, they have a wide variety of options available from pocket knives to business card holders, wine glasses and champagne glasses to desk accessories, beer steins, picture frames, key rings and vinyl wall decor as well.

If you're looking for something personalized and professional, this is a shop you won't want to miss stopping by to visit whether you're searching for a personal present or an idea for a celebratory gift to mark a special occasion or a specific date.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURES ABOVE TO VISIT PICTUREITCREATIONS SHOP ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE!

If you like what you see in Taryn's Picture It Creations shop, you may also enjoy visiting her "The Thought That Counts" blog or stopping by to say hi to the artist on Facebook or Twitter!

Monday Morning Mosaic

Little people need love too! Today's mosaic is inspired by my mother's collection of beautiful dolls.

As a little girl, I loved to try and sneak in and play with her art dolls and collectors dolls. Not a good idea, of course, but I just loved them all so much and insisted that they needed that love just as much as the dolls I was allowed to play with however I wanted.

Shroompers - Miniature Dolls with Gigantic Personalities

Charlotte Kolff and Damon Langlois from Victoria, British Columbia

I LOVE this shop and I can't describe these dolls any better than their creator: Creativity and imagination are critical for the wholesome development of young children. Shroompers are intentionally simple in design with neutral expressions in order to encourage children to project mood and emotion into the dolls themselves. They imply a world and a story but don’t complete it, letting the imagination fill in the rest.

Joelle's Dolls - OOAK Art Dolls & Handmade Cloth Dolls

Joelle McAndrew from Syracuse, New York

One-of-a-kind handcrafted art dolls and handmade cloth dolls for children populate this shop. There are collectible dolls, princesses and ballerinas, bride dolls and grooms, pirate dolls, guy dolls as well as handmade baby dolls, mini pocket pal dolls, and cats and dogs all available for adoption and waiting for some love.

Art of Felting by Daria Lvovsky

Daria Lvovsky from Rehovot, Central, Israel

From needle felted Waldorf Christmas ornaments and needle felted tapestries to adorable animals, fairies and more... this shop is filled with love and wool. Daria Lvovsky makes art dolls and children's toys felted from wool which include animals, Waldorf-like people and gnomes, mystical creatures, owls, flying pigs, bunnies and more.

Zime - OOAK Dolls, Illustrations, Jewelry, ACEOs and Love

Ximena Carreira from Buenos Aires, Argentina

Although art dolls aren't the only thing that Zime has to offer, it's what first drew me into this wonderful shop filled with beautiful illustrations, jewelry, ACEO prints and, of course, colorful hand-painted art dolls filled with love and creativity from the fingertips of this freelance graphic designer and children illustrator.

The handmade marketplace and the talented artisans you'll find there are a terrific alternative to commercial products and with the added bonus of personalized care and an attention to detail and quality that commercial products lack.

When shopping for toys for your children or art dolls and other collectable items to add to your collection don't forget to browse through artisan works and see what you can find, you'll be surprised at just how much creativity, originality and quality is out there!

Gorgeous Designs for Gorgeous Girls

As a Mom and lover of photography, the designer behind today's shop is obsessed with anything that makes a photo one that you will never forget. She is constantly striving to create designs that really stand out because of their quality and design appeal and has succeeded time and again in creating beautiful breathtaking designs sure to bring a smile.

GorgeousAndCompany on Etsy is filled with beautiful handcrafted items designed to make girls feel like the princesses they are and that are both affordable as well as stand out in a crowd.

From tutus and hair fascinators to luxe wings for babies and children to rosette headbands, flower headbands, clothing sets and more, this shop has it all and is displayed in a way that allows the shopper to browse with ease and see exactly how each piece will look when worn.

The photography in this shop is absolutely beautiful and you'll find yourself turning from one page to the next without realizing it as each picture makes you smile with adorable presentation and a flare for creativity and color.

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURE ABOVE TO VISIT GORGEOUSANDCOMPANY ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE.

If you like what you see in the Gorgeous and Company shop, you may also enjoy visiting them on Facebook where you can find info about special deals, sales and new creations!

A Three-for-One Thursday Theme

The theme today is metal artists who create jewelry! Jewelry is one of my absolute favorite things to shop for in the handmade marketplace. There are always so many talented designers out there and I love that I can take the chance today to introduce you to three of these artisans that aren't just talented but innovative as well!

Here are three pieces of jewelry that caught my eye and an introduction to the designers who created them.

Beautiful rings with an added twist. These rings are also spinners, meaning that the inside ring spins while the larger band remains stationary! It's perfect for someone who can't resist fiddling with their jewelry and is sure take anyone's breath away. Visit KBerlin on Etsy to check out these rings and more! Harmony Twiddle Spinner Ring with Gem Stones - $168.00 USD

I'm an admitted Volkswagen enthusiast... a "Bug Freak" to be completely honest. I have a thing for vintage style Volkswagen Bugs and buses. So it's no surprise when I saw this pendant by BronzeGirl1 on Etsy that I would fall in love with it right away! Made in sterling silver and hand-stamped, it's style is unisex and perfect for gift giving for any VW lover. This shop also celebrates my other passion as well with lots of nature inspired pieces filled with leaf themes and wildlife depictions stamped, carved and molded in sterling silver. Sterling Silver VW Bus Hippie Pendant - $75.00 USD

Whether you're an Alice In Wonderland lover as I have been all my life or you are looking for unusual jewelry to spice up your collection, UntamedMenagerie on Etsy is filled with bracelets like the one that I found myself irresistibly drawn to that's pictured here. The bracelet is cut from stainless steel and is an eye catcher like many other pieces you can find in this shop. Down the rabbit hole.. Bracelet - $35.00 USD

As a jewelry aficionado, the handmade market place is a perfect place to shop. There are tons upon tons of jewelry designers in the handmade venue creating beautiful, innovative pieces that are often unique, one of a kind pieces of art you can wear for special occasion or everyday wear. Be sure to stop by places like Etsy and Artfire to explore these venues for what they have to offer!

Ceramic Zombies, Skull Rosaries, Weird Jewelry and Novelty Scarves

Whether your a fan of zombies or the Cthulhu and skulls or if you're looking for a perfect accent for Halloween or All Saints Day (Day of the Dead on Nov. 1) this is a shop you'll want to stop by!

This isn't all they sell of course. There are also other novelty themes like the scarf pictured to the right. The pencil scarf was the first thing I saw in their shop and would make a terrific gift for teacher or student.

HumphreysHandmade on Etsy is filled with lots of items like those mentioned (and pictured) here. Talented at knitting and with a kiln to bake up their own creations at will.

This shop includes a wide variety of novelty items and handmade crafts to browse and explore including weird jewelry and novelty earrings, bizarre bracelets, unusual beads and novelty rosaries, chaplet bracelets with a Day of the Dead theme, knits and crocheted items, bobby pins and hair clips, funky pendants as well as a selection of ceramics and pottery.

With so much to see and browse through, there's lots to look at and tons of interesting creations to pour over and enjoy.

Cute and creepy sit side by side in this shop so stop by and take a peek for yourself!

YOU CAN CLICK ON THE PICTURES ABOVE TO VISIT HUMPHREYSHANDMADE'S SHOP ON ETSY AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND OR, IF YOU PREFER, YOU CAN CLICK RIGHT HERE.

If you like what you see in Humphrey's Handmade shop, you may also enjoy visiting the Humphrey's Handmade blog or stopping by to say hi on Facebook or Twitter!

Monday Morning Mosaic

With fall here and cool weather teasing at the wings, it's time for a new wardrobe and maybe a new look too!

Today's Monday Mosaic is a collection of shops brought together that inspired me with my own shopping and my own new, softly feminine look for fall!

Bayou Salvage - Bayou Boho Rustic Romance

Bayou Salvage from New Orleans, Louisiana

A feminine touch with the flavor of the deep south hinted at in every piece, this shop is filled with beautiful clothing in soft colors and delicate lines. These items embrace a languid southern style reminiscent of the mysterious and winsome bayous and eddies of the Mississippi River with a nod to the past and eyes on the future.

Tangente - Eco Friendly Clothing in Bamboo, Organic Cotton & Ramie

Tangente from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Eco friendly women’s clothing and accessories designed for the conscientious consumer made with fabrics chosen for having the lowest impact possible to the environment. Fabrics used to create the eco-conscious clothing in Tangente's shop include organic cotton, bamboo, ramie, tencel and vintage trims and the styles are soft and feminine.

River Of Romansk - Unforgettable feminine Dresses

Megan and baby Liam from Kenai, Alaska

Inspired by all things whimsical and romantic, this shop is filled with beautiful dresses that are both soft and feminine as well as unforgettable and absolutely dreamy. Sash and ribbons, satin and lace combines with breezy fabrics and delicate accents for everyone from delicate size 0 women to plus size women with beautiful curves.

Milk and Honey Handbags - Handmade Bags, Clutches & Pouches

Amanda from Frederick, Maryland

Unique, quality handmade bags and zippered pouches fill this shop with color and ideas for accessorizing one's outfits. Every bag is carefully made with an attention to details such as triple stitched stress points and a focus not just on style but durability as well for daily use and lots of love.

The handmade marketplace and the talented artisans you'll find there are a terrific alternative to commercial products and with the added bonus of personalized care and an attention to detail and quality that commercial products lack.

When shopping for new items to add to your wardrobe or a special piece to make you feel beautiful for a specific event, don't forget to browse through artisan works and see what you can find, you'll be surprised at just how much creativity, originality and quality is out there to find!