Etsy Monday - Things That Come In Tins

I love a sweet little tin. They're so fun to use as gift packaging or storage. And Etsy is littered with stuff in tins. I've gathered a few of the cutest that I found as far as packaging and the product inside the tin for today's Etsy Monday.

This adorable handmade pendant comes packaged in a matching tin. The seller makes pendents in several different patterns, and has many other cute things that are worth a look see. P.S. This one is only $14!!! Available at The Purple Pear.

These ADORABLE oversized fabric covered push pins come packaged in a reusable tin. How great would these look on your inspiration board? Farrago Fabrics has many cute things, like pen cups and necklaces made with gorgeous Amy Butler fabrics. Check it out.

One of my very good girlfriends recently ordered wheatgrass seed in little tins from The Bumblebee Studio. She couldn't say enough about this awesome seller. She specializes in precious little tins full of wildflower and wheatgrass seeds that make perfect party favors.

These little cutie pies come filled with ten coordinating notecards. These would make great gifts, party favors or stocking stuffers. At ShopBub.

Etsy Monday Feat. Amy Butler Fabrics

I've recently discovered, and become enamored of, Amy Butler fabrics. All you crafty gals out there are already in the know about her gorgeous prints, but being a very lazy crafter, I'm just finding and loving all things Amy Butler.

Etsy is definitely the place to go if you need an Amy Butler fix. A basic search turned up well over 300 pages of items crafted with Amy Butler fabric and papers. I tried to find stuff beyond handbags and burp cloths, because there are hundreds and hundreds of those available.

Here are some of my fave Etsy items made with Amy Butler prints:

Adorable navy blue jersey dress from Ellaina Boutique tied with an Apricot Wallflower cotton sash. Ellaina Boutique also has appliqued jersey tops and and skirts that are to die for. You must check it out.

Afternoon Tea Jacket in Fleur de Cerise from Robin's Pink Egg. Also comes in toddler / little girl sizes.

Adorable baby shoes in Pink Coriander from Gracious May. Too cute!

Set of 5 clothespins decoupaged with assorted Amy Butler papers. Only $3.60 and utterly adorable. Love love love these. Available at Gifts & Talents.

This beautiful custom shower curtain is made from Linen Martini and Fuschia Fresh Poppies, but it can also be sewn with your choice of fabric combinations. At Showered in Chic.

Wishing everyone a Happy Labor Day!

My thoughts are also with our readers in the Gulf today, who had to evacuate ahead of Gustav. I hope everyone is safe and dry. Take care.

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Hey Naartjie Addicts!

Today is the last day to take advantage of Naartjie's Mix and Match sale. You can take 20% off of any online purchase of $75 or more until midnight tonight. There are some great bargains to be had on Summer and Fall Transition, but you'll have to hurry or I'll beat you to them!

At www.naartjie.com.

Looking For Jeans?

If you are in the market for a new pair of jeans, check out ShopBop. Right now, if you buy any full price pair of jeans, they will throw in a Bop Basics scarf. Pretty cool deal!

The offer does not apply to capris, shorts, jackets, dresses and skirts. While supplies last, for orders within the US only.




ShopBop also has a coupon expiring tomorrow. Use BOPFORFALL to take $25 off of a $150 purchase. The more you spend the more you save. Good until August 27th at 11:59 pst.

More Fall Transition

It's hard to think about buying jackets or even jeans right now since it's still hovering in the 102 degree range in Central California, but soon cooler weather will be upon us and fall shopping will commence for real. Here is a little bit of inspiration:

At J. Crew:

I'm willing to overlook the pegged jeans for an outift this cute.

At Banana...

Love the belted sweater and wide leg jeans.

At Anthropologie...

Gladiator ballet flats, cropped cords, bright sweater...Cute, cute, cute!

The tights! Love this.

Forever 21...

Love the ruffled, high neck blouse. Classic.

At H&M...

This just makes me jealous of all of you living near an H&M. That belted top is adorable.

Old Navy...

How cute is the sweater fastened with a brooch?

The Gap...

This is a jacket that would be worn again and again.