An Eclectic Nature

I'm excited to share with you a fellow vintage lover and creator of beautiful handmade jewelry.  Amanda, owner and operator of Etsy shop...

Eclectic Nesting

brings to you her brand of wonderfully crafted, one of a kind handmade jewelry pieces, vintage goods, supplies and more.  Amanda is very dedicated to her craft as can be seen in the lovely pieces she creates.  April is 20% off Handmade Jewelry and I've featured a few of her beautiful creations below...

One of my many faved pieces is this Sterling Silver Ruby Pendant 

This cute and whimsical pair of Owl Earrings are adorable and an awesome accessory to add to your earring collection

Amanda also carries a super assortment of supplies like these wonderful Unique Ceramic Mexican Bead Destash

And these Rwandan hand crafted Paper Beads in and an assortment of colors.

Along with her handcrafted pieces and supplies, Amanda offers a great selection of vintage items like this pair of Vintage Thermos Bottles

and vintage apparel like this cool Gingham Loomed Pleated Orange and Navy Blue Skirt with original tag





With over 200 items stocked in her Etsy shop, I'm confident there's something for everyone, but you'll have to stop by for a browse to see for yourself  Amanda's wonderful world of...

Eclectic Nesting

Bellissimo!

Always looking for new and innovative artisans and their creative works on Etsy, I happened upon a little shop located in Parma, Italy by the name...

Emporio Stravagante

who offer beautiful and truly unique miniature hats to wear and display.

Kristina, owner of Emporio Stravagante brings to you her beautiful and truly one of a kind hats like this my favorite...

"Hard Black" a Victorian, Steampunk inspired hat trimmed in gold and adorned with black feathers.

This Red and Gold colored "Mexico" hat is simply stunning!

If you know me, you know I won't show you all of Kristina's creations, but I will share one more of my favorites which is "Robin's Dream" a mad hatter styled hat in white with white rose flanked by two red roses that's perfect to finish off that wedding ensemble. 

You'll have to visit Kristina at Emporio Stravagante to see for yourself all of her lovely and unique creative works.

A Prime Portal

I've always been fond of photography and how those who have the ability to see through the camera lens capturing images that stimulate the senses.  Photographs as I see, are tactiles of the minds eye,  photographers, lenders of the eye of their minds.  Here I'd like to share with you a couple who's collaboration has produced some of my favorite images from some of my most favorite places here in the United States.  I'd like to introduce you to...

Fabian and Nicoleta

who own and operate

GatewayAlpha

Specializing in

Fine Art Photography and Art Nouveau Exotic Wood Jewelry

Following are some of my favorite pieces that I hope you'll enjoy.

Lovely tide pools at low tide.  Captured here at the Pacific Ocean in Davenport, California.

This beautiful image of a thermal pool in Yellowstone National Park places one there.

"We are a husband and wife team based in Northern California that love traveling, photography and lately, wood carving."

As is evident of this lovely Cocobolo Art Nouveau Heart Shaped "Tree Of Life" wood pendant.

Beautifully framed and matted, this Zion Image captivates with it's Red, White, Blue, and Gray hues.

The Merced River, Bridal Falls, Half Dome and all Yosemite National Park has to offer, here Yosemite Creek is one of my personal favorites.







I invite you to take a moment and browse this wonderful Etsy shop.

"We put a lot of love, pride and thought in our work, and we hope you will enjoy it too."

GatewayAlpha

Love And Light

I'd like to introduce to you my first featured Artisanista of 2013 and her Etsy shop...

ButtersStore

Sweet Ceramic Things

Shay, who owns and operates ButtersStore is a South Florida Artist who provides high quality handmade ceramics and sculptors.  Here is a sneek peek at some of her wonderfully creative pieces...

like this lovely hand painted ceramic Butterfly magnet in a beautiful green. 

This red and blue Butterfly accented with decorative stones and crystals would make a great Valentine's Day gift for that special one.

"The Monarch", this wonderful ceramic ornament with it's vibrant orange, black, and white color glaze is sure to please. 

Here is "Hope", A beautifully airbrushed and fine line detailed blue Butterfly on stone that's one of my favorites.

Shay is currently in the works of adding new inventory, so do stop by often and as hope you will.

To can see more of her stunning hand made and hand painted Butterflies just click on her shops name below.

ButtersStore

Good Tidings

Wishing you and yours the very merriest of Christmas' and a Blessed and Prosperous New Year.

With Warmest Regards...

The Vasquez Family

Applicious!

With the holidays upon us, how can one not think of sweets n treats?  Here for your viewing (and buying) pleasure is a shop I just had to share.  Here is a "taste" of some of the delicious treats and creations they have to offer.  I introduce to you...

The Atomic Apple

 Candy, Chocolate, Apples, Wedding Favors, and Gift Baskets

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Where you'll find treats like these Tiffany Blue and White Chocolate Covered Apples

or these Fall Theme Chocolate Covered Oreos.

These Lime and Lime and Teal Drizzled Chocolate Covered Twinkies are sure to bring a smile.

These Large Chocolate and Chopped Peanut Dipped Pretzels are sure to please! 

Last, but not least are these wonderful Chocolate Covered Cherries double dipped in semi-sweet Belgian chocolate and drizzled with white chocolate.

Now I can't show you all of The Atomic Apple's fine treats, so you'll have to stop by to learn more and to see all they have to offer.  I bet you'll be glad you did!

The Atomic Apple 

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Autumn

With autumn just around the bend, I thot I'd share some of my faved Etsy fall photographs .  I hope you enjoy the colorful browse...

"Autumn Reflection"

By

printed

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"Light In The Autumn Woods"

By

Light Color Nature Photography

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"The Green Barn"

From

CEJ Photography

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"Autumn On The Rocks"

captured by

ThoreauFair

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"Fall In Alberta Canada"

From

Photography4You

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"No spring nor summer hath such grace, as I have seen in one Autumnal face"

                                                                                                             John Donne