I’m loving this Etsy spotlight today of The Zakka. The shop features beautiful handmade coin purses, clutches, and eyeglass cases. They all are reasonably priced and so it the shipping.

This color block eyeglasses case is totally rad. I love the bright colors mixed with the neutral up top. Beautiful.

This feminine floral fabric is so sweet. I’d love to give this little coin purse to my niece who just turned 1!

We wouldn’t be So Eclectic, if we didn’t show you three completely different styles. I could see myself rocking all three of these cute bags. Love the simplicity of the navy and cream with the brushed gold frame. Super pretty.

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Have a fantastic Wednesday!

It’s been a while since I’ve shared a specific Etsy shop that I really like. Most of my shopping on Etsy lately has been for replacement wedding bands for Kyle and I, rings or jewelry for me, or series of items for a party treasury for our Thursday series. Recently, I ran across these handpainted miniature sculptures and collectibles by HandyMaiden and thought I should share them with you all.

Buffalo pocket totem figurine

Sloth pocket totem figurine

Elephant pocket totem figurine

Sheep pocket totem figurine

This series is for the travelers, the kids-at-heart, and everyone who wants to take an animal wherever they go. Of course, you can always keep them on your desk or any place in your home that currently needs an animal.

Each totem is sculpted out of polymer clay and measures roughly 1.5 inches. The simple sculptural design makes them sturdier than most decorative figurines, and they fit more comfortably in your jacket pocket. The piece is then cured and meticulously hand painted with as much care and attention to detail as my regular figurines– right down to their teeny faces– for maximum character and cuteness. The totem is then coated with several layers of protective varnish, for a smooth matte finish.

– From HandyMaiden’s shop

If you’re not as big of a fan of the impractical as I am .. or if you don’t have any place in your home that currently needs an animal.. there are also cute badges and earrings.

barn owl post earrings

Badger of Honor

I can’t help it, I’m so anxious to get my backyard done that it seems to be all I’m thinking about. It’s been such a good hobby lately and I’m really looking forward to the summer and getting to enjoy it even more. This anticipation is the inspiration for today’s Etsy roundup. I think each one of these items are beautiful and they are pretty serendipitous all together.

Other than my current backyard makeover, the main inspiration for the colors and style of this treasury is the beautiful print “I love you to the moon” by Yellow Button Studio. I love the subtle grays, blues, and pinks. Also, the print feels romantic and that is mirrored in the chandelier and lovely, high back chairs.

I hope you enjoy this garden party and that it inspires you to have one of your own with a loved one. Happy Thursday, everyone!

‘Nighttime Garden Party’ by mamarcum

I love you to the moon 8×10 … yellowbuttonst… $20.00	DECORATIVE PILLOW COVER- 20 … shopbandw $55.00	Valentine Dish in Pink lbegley $20.00
1 Cobalt Blue Wine Bottle Ti… GreatBottlesof… $22.00	V I N T A G E cream wool cam… mamaleanne22 $35.00	Chandelier Candle Holder 5 A… valsunique $120.00
Pair High Fan Back Chairs. T… RhapsodyAttic $395.00	Wine Decanter ANDREWQUIENTPO… $50.00	Vintage Handmade Organic Cer… franz66 $20.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

This is the mildest winter in this part of the country that I remember experiencing. I am loving it! Well, most of it. I’m kind of tired of the dreary colors which may explain the bright golds and reds at my New Years Eve party with my friends last weekend. And, it certainly explains this week’s tea party treasury that is founded on the idea that this winter needs some bright colors pushed back into it.

I fell in love with this teapot while poking around Etsy.

The Dandelion Black Tea Pot by soule on Etsy has the dark colors that seem to be part of the winter pallette and even though the dandelion is one of the popular motifs that’s on my played out list, I still really like the look of it a lot. Plus, it’s so bare bones that I think it fits with all of the skeleton trees that define a midwestern winter.

Every party we have around here that isn’t Christmasy can’t be monochrome so let’s bring some brightness back in to a celebration.

Buck Trophy Head Puteminthewall $32.00	Set of 4 Junco in Snow – Ori… mingtaphotogra… $50.00	Snow Storm Shapes Snowflakes… 4wheeldreams $26.00
Green Bottle Opener Rustic F… AlacartCreatio… $8.50	Creamy White Royal Albert Bo… jacquierae $22.00	Small wooden bird painted gr… sERINasCustomS… $4.00
Vintage CHARTREUSE LINEN WOV… VelveteenHabbi… $15.00	Vintage linen table runner. … WhiteDogVintag… $30.00	Ode to Chartreuse… 3 poms PomLove $13.00
Mid Century Knowles China Sn… missenpieces $20.50	vintage Hazel-Atlas NEWPORT … valeriesvintag… $44.00	Skeleton Scarf PennyAshley $52.00
Green Skirt with Black Octop… AngiesSweatsho… $42.00	6 oz Stainless Steel Flask -… whimsyandink $17.95	Custom Set of (4) Large Enve… KaraMiaSofia $112.00

I love the vinyl buck trophy head. Unfortunately for the treasury, I can’t select the black or chartreuse version for the photo, but, rest assured, both colors are an option. The vintage elements — a bottle opener and table linen — help to mellow out all of the green a little, as do the prints for the wall and the table runner.

I think the clutches would be a great party favor for guests as would the stainless steel flasks. You could serve a really yummy punch and let guests spike it with the contents of the flasks they could then take home!

How great is the green skirt with the black octopus? Maybe it’s just for me but I feel like Etsy just won and it should pack up and go home because it’s not going to get any better. If anyone is looking for a good surprise for any upcoming holiday… I would totally wear that to a party or to work or to go grocery shopping. I love the cut and it’s so fun.