It's A Vegan Dog's Life

The blog It's A Vegan Dog's Life is having another giveaway! Here is the link http://vegandogslife.blogspot.com/2009/08/dog-bandanas-giveaway.html

The giveaway is for two dog bandanas by Earth Groovz.

Also check out the other blog entries for lots of vegan dog treat recipes!

TARINA TARANTINO

Tarina Tarantino is my favorite jewelry designer of all time. Hands down, without a question favorite. This is her newest book called "My Pretty." It is the story of The Wizard of Oz as interpreted by Tarina. If you want to get an introduction to her designs, I recommend buying this book from her website!

Her jewelry is so amazing. It is always unique and beautiful. Her designs continue to amaze and inspire me.

Celebrities that have been seen wearing her jewelry include Cameron Diaz, Paris Hilton, Pink, Kelly Osbourne, Heidi Klum, Katy Perry, Taylor Momsen, and Margaret Cho (just to name a few)!

All of her jewelry is created using the finest materials like Lucite and Swarovski crystals. And even better - it's all made in the US. According to Tarina, it's made in LA at "The Sparkle Factory."

Here are some of my favorites from my personal collection:

Barbie Cameo Charm Bracelet -

Small Crystal Barbie Medallion -

Carved Lucite Electro Cameo Mod Ring -

Large Carved Rose Bracelet (as worn by Cameron Diaz) -

Lucite Heart Toggle Necklace (I got this one at her store in Soho!)
Crystal Flower Earrings (I bought these to wear when I was June Carter Cash for Halloween!) -

Her website is www.tarinatarantino.com. She also has stores in New York, Los Angeles, and Milan, Italy.

Perler Bead Panda!

I made this panda bear out of perler beads to give to Muz (best grandmom ever!). She loved it and now she wants beads so she can make it into a necklace. I know I got most of my crafty ways from her :)

Here she is a few months ago holding Lily. She is so great :)

I Heart Etsy

Here's some new stuff I love from Etsy this week!!

This handmade flower hair clip:

It can be found here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28892070

The seller Buy Golly Miss Molly, found here: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6774694

I bought a year of retro Playboys from her! I can't wait to make some awesome crafts with them!!

And also this ring

It can be found here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26951335

Thank you Etsy for having so many wonderful handmade goodies!!!

Littlest Pet Shop

I have to be honest, I have been obsessing over how adorable the Littlest Pet Shop toys are lately. I got this dachshund . . . how could I resist? Seriously. And I had to get the panda too!!And I really want this pig!!

I realize the package says ages 4+, but I fit that!! Maybe I'm going through a crisis since I just turned 26. That doesn't take away the fact that they are adorable!

FAVORITE Etsy Seller!

My absolute favorite Etsy seller of all time, Loriola, is having a big sale! Her shop can be found here http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=54343

She is a very responsive seller with great customer service. And her jewelry is amazing. I have never been let down by her. And that is saying something considering I've order at least 20 necklaces from her! They make great gifts too!

Here are a few of my favorites from my collection:

Her sale ends August 7th so hurry!!

New Etsy Find!

I just came across a new seller on Etsy, through a blog post made by Shop 66. The seller's name is Elsita. I love her handmade pendants with original artwork on them. This one is my favorite:

Her shop can be found here: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5118597

I love her creative banner too!!