Its Kiwi Time! May 18, 2011

I love Etsy treasuries, you always find some gems that you may never have found on your own. Today’s treasury is by LunaDiArgento an Etsy artisan specializing in felt & fabric jewelry.

‘It’s Kiwi Time!’ by LunaDiArgento

Enjoy

Bohemian style, lime lace ea… CoupDeCoeurJew… $14.00	Spring Creamy White Tulips P… happeemonkee $15.00	Green tint Enamel Ring mariastudio $74.00	The Sea Urchin Bag StarBags $122.00
Trefoil handmade wool felt h… tricotaria $15.00	Lime – Peridot heart shape… sivylla $18.04	Lime Green Curly Long Scarf,… beemaya $10.00	The Mad Aroma of Wild Limes … kraplap $18.00
Fabulous Pebbles shoulder ba… colettecolor $63.00	Sparkling Green Crystal Tria… bysweetmom $60.00	Eye Pillow – Rockin’ BoutiqueKarma $10.00	Oui, je t’aime- A perido… ericosmicgirl $27.00
Lime Green Scroll Earrings tekaandzoe $32.00	Torch Fired Enamel, Copper -… Balanced $30.00	Ring Beaded Lime Vikulya $17.00	Paradise Shea Butter Soap KBShimmer $5.50

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Treasured “Coffee and Donuts” May 13, 2011

Welcome to a delicious treasury by the wonderful Celia of GlitzGlitter:

‘Coffee and Donuts’ by GlitzGlitter

Industrial Salvaged DONUTS … joevintage $850.00	French Press Coffee Love Ori… HeatherKent $35.00	The scent of rain – Fine art… irenesuchocki $30.00	Latte for your thoughts -ca… Raceytay $30.00
Vintage California Modern Sa… LeeLeesCloset $8.00	Tea and Cake – Print amberalexander $18.00	vintage 1940s PEKOE FOR 4 te… Luncheonettevi… $10.00	Vanilla Honey Cappuccino Soa… Blushie $5.50
chocolate chips cookie sabahnur $9.00	Cuppa 3-Balm Gift Pack longwinterfarm $10.75	Big Black Cardigan LoveandKnit $125.00	silver flower bordered glass… 5gardenias $12.50
vintage mutzig framont coffe… thehopetree $37.00	caffeine necklace – an elega… molecularmuse $85.00	Reusable Coffee Sleeve – Str… BoutiqueKarma $5.75	Bun in the Oven Baby Shower … sunbasilgarden $22.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

October Chill Out October 4, 2010

Happy October Karma fans! I disappeared over the summer and now that the cool air graces us with a reprieve from an insanely hot summer, I’m back at the keyboard and ready to rock n’ roll once again. Over the next few months my blog will be a less outspoken, but I will be gracing you with eye candy from my favorite indies.

I’ve enjoyed the past few months, taking more time to listen to my body (and baby in my belly) and hanging out with my children.

Here’s to fall and the comforts that warm us, like a craving for apple crisp:

Chic Black and Pink Apple Plush by Swiedebie

Red Candy Apple Soap by sunbasilgarden

The Apple Thief - polymer clay hedgehog sculpture by BigHelmetHead

An Apple A Day Clips by Glamasaurus

Crafty Friday – Father’s Day pt 1 May 28, 2010

Tie for Dad in Blue and Brown Stripes - Father's Day Card by LeftandRightCreate

Pssst… you there, you reading this. Did you realize that there is just over 3 weeks left to get in your father’s day shopping? I know, its freaking me out, also because my little girl will be turning 4 that day also! EEEEK.

Here are a few handmade items that will rock Dad’s world:

Tulipwood bottle stopper by MadMoravian

Naturalchess Ebony by naturalchess

FATHER and SON...................Short Sleeves fine jersey WHITE T shirt with BLACK and GREEN Stripes NECK Tie applique.............ADORABLE FATHER'S DAY GIFT by SuperSweetCreations

Funky Green Martini Olive Shaped Throw Pillow by SofaGarden

Coaster Set of 4, Ka Pow Word Bubble by pixiepaper

Dad Fridge Flair Magnets Set of 3 by StrangeCandy

Robot Resin Soap Dish by stuffbyxtine

Morning Wood for Men - Goat's Milk Soap by WickedSoaps

Crafty Friday – Retail Therapy for Under $5 May 14, 2010

Pretty Pink Posies - Pink Acrylic and Czech Red White Swirl Beads by JewelryBySherry

Pocket Mirror - Olive, Black, and White by SpotlightOnYou

Notebook Recycled Cover and Paper Unlined Set of 5 by comfortableshoes

Sweet Chocolate Paisley....Dog Collar Fabric Flower....SMALL by BowWowCouture

Fun Popcorn Soap by LoveLeeSoaps

Montage Monday – Maple Syrup April 12, 2010

Sugaring Off at the Sucrerie de la Montagne in Rigaud Quebec

Yesterday I enjoyed a fabulous time at Sucrerie de la Montagne in Rigaud Quebec. It was a timeless Quebecois experience of traditional yumminess: French Canadian pea soup, fresh baguette, sausage, Canadian back bacon, tortiere pie, omelette, sausage, ham, mashed potatoe, pancakes and a maple sugar pie. Did I mention there was a pitcher of pure maple syrup on the table and tire sur la neige (maple taffy on snow) outside?? Ok, there wasn’t any snow left on the ground and it was on crushed ice, but it’s always a fan favorite! There was a traditional live music, my daughter danced, and there was a horse drawn hay ride around the property. It was so pretty and fun, we have a great time at this location every year when we go.

Today is items that remind me of my maple syrup induced hangover, all the beauty and aroma minus the calories:

Maple Oval Lip Balm - One Tube by longwinterfarm

2 oz - CANADIAN MAPLE - BLACK Flavoured Loose Leaf Tea by IvyKeep

Maple Syrup Tree of Life Necklace by oneSeptember

MAPLE Bowl by Tellicoturnings

VANILLA MAPLE PECAN 20OZ SOY BLEND CANDLE by LLcandlesandgifts

Crafty Friday – a touch of the Irish part 2 March 19, 2010

I had intended for this posting to go LIVE on Monday’s Montage feature. Sadly after the events of the Montreal’s Saint Patrick’s day parade I couldn’t bring myself to do a posting. I hope that the city will beef up security and that we as a community will use more caution and common sense next year and I hope that it is a grand party.

Now that days have passed I share with you these fabulous items from Etsy, Artfire and Icraft,  beautiful Saint Patrick’s day items and glorious greens.

Enjoy,

Tara

Kelly - Green, Carved Cinnabar Earrings - Perfect for Saint Patrick's Day by polishedtwo

St. Patricks Day Clover Headband by hootiebee

Lucky saint Patty's Day Letters by JCBloomingBoutique

Green Tetra Orb Keychain by RedPanda

Sterling Silver Almost Four Leaf Clover Mini Necklace - Just My Luck by BeadsInTheBelfry

Posh Legs by PoshPipsqueak

Baby Basics Sage Green Ring Sling by BabyEtte

Green Dragonfly Ceramic Pendant by Liquidambar

TREE OF LIFE - Peridot / GOLD VERSION by sammi84

Sweet Pea Pod - Fine Silver and 5 Pea Necklace by Artistic Creations

Green Man, Celtic Nature Spirit, handmade soap - Patchouli and Basil by sacredsuds

Crafty Friday – a touch of the Irish part 1 March 12, 2010

I’m a huge fan of St. Patrick’s day and used to make sure to be at the parade every year. Even in bad weather, or cold conditions I’d be there. Since having wee ones I haven’t been back as often. I think the last time I was there, my husband and I were part of the parade and I had a wee one in my belly. Walking down the street, handing out candy was a difficult waddle let me tell you.

This year on parade day I’ll be throwing my little guy his 2nd birthday party – sadly I’ll be missing it again. I’ll be showing my colors over the next week and flaunting my Irish heritage with green clothing, accessories and constantly sporting my Mug Huggers and coffee sleeve in my St. Patrick themed fabric.

While surfing through hundreds of items for this edition I found so many items that I wanted to showcase. So I decided to split up this ‘Touch of the Irish’ edition into two parts. I’ll post some more on Montage Monday. Enjoy – I know I did!

Jean Organizer Magnet- St Patrick Shamrock by sesideco

LUCK Clover - Scrabble Tile Pendant - Fun Affordable Gift - Inspirtational by jessejanes

Green Heart Felted Soap - Lavender Green by therainbowroom

Lucky Green Clover Shamrock Tea Cup Greeting Card by shesbattydesigns

ST. PATRICKS DAY SALE --- Silver Clover Necklace by DistinQue

Olive Floral City Quilted Tote by vabeachquilter

Happy - Go - Lucky Hairband. PERFECT FOR PADDY'S DAY by TanyaMac

NEW Nagy in apple green -medium- by bayanhippo

Coffee Cuff - Lucky Clover by BoutiqueKarma

0-3 Months Boutique Baby Pixie Newborn Infant Emerald Green POLKA DOT Hand Knit Hat by deusprovidebit

Lastly – you must check out this last body butter if only for its fabulous & unique description. I had a lot of fun when I read it!

Irish Promise - amazing body butter for St. Patrick's day by swanmountainsoaps