Friday Favorites--Summertime Edition

Instead of pulling websites and photos from the web, I decided to focus on my favorite summer activities this week. It's been so hot and humid in Ohio this summer that I've sometimes focused on how miserable it is outside instead of taking the time to get out and enjoy summer. Here are some of our favorites:
--Visiting the farmer's markets with lots of local fresh produce
--Outdoor concerts at our local college and museum
--Swimming with the family
--Reading with my little girl on the front porch
--Lemonade and Sweet Tea
--Our laid back schedule with more real learning built in throughout each day
--Lots of art time

I could definitely keep going, but I'll stop for now. What are your summertime favorites?

Friday Favorites--PicnicBasketCrafts on Etsy!

If you have dry skin or are just looking for all-natural skin care and other products, let me tell you about Tiffany from Picnic Basket Crafts. She's a science teacher who really knows the science behind the ingredients she uses plus she's just an extremely helpful Etsy seller who can answer all of your questions. She truly knows her stuff and can even customize her products just for you.

http://www.picnicbasketcrafts.etsy.com/

I recently tried her Apricot and Avocado hand and body lotion for my dry skin, and she was also able to add Zinc Oxide to it for an everyday SPF in my moisturizer. I love how my skin feels and knowing that I'm not using anything harmful. At this point, I've switched my entire skin care products to using only items from her shop, and I love it.

I've also tried many of her cleaning products with great results, too. I highly recommend her shop, and you have nothing to lose. Seriously, you can try samples for only 20cents!

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63301544/try-me-1st-you-pick-a-sample-selection

Friday Favorites from Etsy Team Columbus

This week, I decided to focus on my Etsy Team Columbus. Here are a few of my favorites from the Etsy search that would be great Father's Day gifts:

My Daddy is.... Artwork by Grace Hester Designs

Father's Day Poster by Grace Hester Designs


Zippered Box Pouch in Brown Herringbone by Sewdarnsimple

Dads Robot Ipod/ Droid/ Camera Case Cover by ArtsiBitsi

Set of 4 Ceramic Photo Coasters by T and Little S Designs

Friday Favorites A Little Early--Stocking Stuffers for Kids

I just discovered the Etsy shop, GooseGrease, and they have amazing handcrafted gifts for kids! Don't forget to check out their deal from Black Friday-Cyber Monday!

Here are a few of my favorite stocking stuffers from this shop:

Two Costumed Dolls $18

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34782393

Handcrafted Yo-Yo $4

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35053086

and this game, just because it's cool:

Pirates vs. Pirates Checkers Game $150

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26264240

3 Tip Tops Fit for a Princess $6

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34040421

Friday Favorites--Fairy Wings

How do you keep a toddler busy for hours? Buy her fairy wings and a tutu, of course! My daughter and I met with local Etsyian, CurlyGirlBowTique, today, and were thrilled with her customer service. She brought several sets of wings and tutus that my daughter could try on and pick from for her Halloween costume, and having a daughter of her own, she was extremely patient. Did I mention that the wings and tutus are absolutely adorable AND reasonably-priced?

When we got home, all Little S wanted to do was wear her tutu and wings and "fly" around the house. Seriously. She's going to sleep great tonight. :)

the tutu skirt ($10)

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33019835

the fairy wings ($8, small)

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32955102

Friday Favorites--The New Line from AWindowIntoWhimsy!

My daughter and I have been looking online for a few new pieces to go in the new house after we move next week, and we found the perfect pieces for her new playroom! They're these adorable mixed media pieces from my Etsy buddy Karin's shop, A Window into Whimsy! Sophia and I are both so excited to get them, add them to some white frames, and hang them in her new playroom. Yay!

Friday Favorites to Fix What Ails You

After the EEG test yesterday, my shoulder/ neck/ arm are so sore, and I didn't sleep very well last night. So, today's Friday Favorites will focus on the many wonderful items from ComfyCreations on Etsy. I love this shop! She sells neck wraps, eye pillows, back relief sets, desk supports for your wrist, and even pillows all in beautiful Amy Butler and other designer fabrics! She is a licensed massage therapist who designed her items to use w/ her clients. I could go crazy in this shop--enjoy!

neck wrap and eye pillow set $18.95

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21100674

keyboard support set $12.95

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25240413

deluxe back relief pack $14.95

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26477773

I definitely see some Christmas shopping in my future at this shop!

Friday Favorites--BeeYourselfDesigns!

I just recently discovered fellow EtsySecrets member, beeyourselfdesigns on Etsy, and I love her work! I've been looking online for a laptop bag for awhile now, and I may break down and get one of these beauties. She has them in 13" and 15", as well as mini and custom options. She also has Ipod and cell phone cases and more in Amy Butler and other popular patterns!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18666910 15" laptop cover

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22960231 13" laptop cover

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24300014 Ipod Case

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25380021 checkbook cover

Many of these are even on sale!

Friday Favorites for Little Girls!

Just a few of my favorites for little girls this week from some of my fellow team members and Etsy Secrets members. My daughter loved looking through these with me. Enjoy!

This adorable messenger bag for little girls from Mee A Bee (many choices for boys, too!):
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22666602

Cute froggy necklace for little girls from Adornments by Karla (great custom orders, too!) :
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14292823

Cute summer hair clips from TheLittleLoveBug (lots of fabulous felt food, too!):
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26327211

This adorable doll from Bumblebird (she makes doll dresses, too!):
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25721128

Friday Favorites--Sale Items!!

For this week's Friday Favorites, I decided to focus on sale items from my Etsy Secrets buddies! All of these items are currently in their sale sections. Happy Shopping!

These great earrings from Katy at SouthPawStudios:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25673953

This amazing necklace from TimelessInspirations:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17691490

This funky cha cha bracelet from Cindy's Art and Soul:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11038830

Friday Favorites- A few of mine for redecorating and organizing

Happy May Day! It's been awhile since I've done a Friday Favorites section, so here are a few of my favorite Etsy items for redecorating (or just to add a touch of color). I'm living vicariously through this post in the hopes that our house will sell this summer (or before then!), and I can purchase some of these when I get to redecorate again. Enjoy a few of my personal favorites!

For the Walls or Mantel from Arteest:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9322488

She's a fellow Etsy Columbus team member, and I love this painting!

For the Kitchen (love these colors!):

Love these chalkboards and chalkboard flower pots from MoxieSisters:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23850381

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23852325

For organization in any room:

These organization bins from Sewing Momma that are available in different patterns and sizes:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21836925

These labels from studiojk (avail. for kids rooms, kitchen canisters, and more!) in a variety of colors and styles:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24217275

For Toddler Rooms/ Playrooms/ or Nurseries:

Wall Candy

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5739329

Dandelions Dream:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5261930

CupcakeCutiee's 4x4 Printable Artwork:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18651338

Bathroom and More:

While they're not in her shop quite yet, my friend Amanda from QuiltedMemories4u on Etsy is working on shower curtains, table runners/ table cloths, and more! She's fabulous to work with, and her attention to detail is very professional. Please tell her that Traci sent you and that she loves custom orders!