The Art of Journaling

Many people keep a daily journal of their thoughts,feelings , and events in their lives. Some people ,like myself ,journal when traveling to remember every wonderful detail of their trip. Whether you journal or plan to in the near future, Michael's books will be a very special place to keep your innermost thoughts. please visit for brightly darjeerlingpaper colored paper cards and lovely journals. Don't forget to read Michael's blog.

Darjeerlingpaper

Today I am featuring Michael Gresh's beautiful etsy shop darjeerlingpaper. Please read about the artisit in his bio below.

"My name is Michael Gresh, and I am a man of many trades. Designer of hotels by day, craft inventor and schemer by night. I am a self-proclaimed "paper nut", and my work hopefully shows just that.I am co-owner of DemiGod Studio, an ecclectic duo of craft & art show afficionados. When I'm not working on plans to open our very own shop, I bide my time coming up with new and inventive ways to use up the stockpile of paper I've accumulated over the years.I started Darjeeling Paper, Ltd. as a way to showcase my paper goods, and to distinguish my works as a new product division of DemiGod.Viva La Independante!"

Wench's Lace

It was very difficult for me to choose which necklaces to feature from earthcharms shop. I am partial to chokers so I chose the two necklaces you see below. Very feminine ans sexy and I love the name she chose for the adventurine piece below. Please visit earthcharms at the following: http://earth-charms.blogspot.com/ and http://myspace.com/salyx/

Earthcharms

Today's featured artist is earthcharms. Kirsten's lovely etsy shop carries jewelry and other accessories like book marks and pocket stones. I keep a pocket stone to remind me of just how lucky I am. earthcharms tells us the metaphysical properties of the stones and makes some amazing macrame choker necklaces.

Making a List and Checking it Twice

Yes, it's that time of year again. Sarah's cute and practical notepad is a great way to keep your holiday shopping lists ready and available. The card below would make a lovely gift card for the season. Then you can go shopping on my blog for some handmade gift items. One stop shopping is always great. Make sure to visit Sarah's etsy shop and her blog soon.

Simply Said by Sarah

My featured artist for today is Sarah Orton. Please read her bio .

"Sarah Orton is a graphic design student in North Carolina. Her flair for design stems from a lifelong interest in crafts and her pieces demonstrate a fun spin on a contemporary sense of style. Encouraged by the requests she’d begun to receive from fellow employees and friends, Sarah decided to combine her creativity with her business sense, and Simply Said by Sarah was born. Each piece is handcrafted and unique, and is sure to add a tasteful touch of originality to your home!" -JDO

A Taste Of Brazil

I have enjoyed browsing the the shops of Bebe de Soares. Her Contasbrasil and Contascoeln shops feature unique and colorful items with a Brazilian flavor. The bag you see below is one of the beautiful items in her shop. I love the "waterfall" necklaces like the one in the photo. The jewelry comes in unique gift bags. Don't miss Bebe's blog.