Etsy finds

Peeko Apparel – Edgy Modern FUN Indie Clothing!

by MissMalaprop on February 2, 2012

I’ve got a big-ole girl crush on Brook Fung and her clothing & accessories line, Peeko Apparel. I discovered it, and now I want like half of the pieces in her shop. (Especially, ESPECIALLY those Abstract Swirl Leggings in White and Black in the first picture!! LOVE!) I love her use of color, pattern, shapes, draping. Not to mention her killer tattoos. But seriously, this stuff is fabulous, right???

Check out her Etsy shop or Facebook page or her super stylin’ blog.

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Embroidered Collage Art by Fighting Spirit

by MissMalaprop on January 31, 2012

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I love these embroidered collage art pieces by Jill of Fighting Spirit. I met Jill a couple of months ago at the OCH Art Market. She’s a recent NOLA transplant – she moved here from Pittsburgh last year.

Check out more of Jill’s work in her Etsy shop, or check out her blog or Facebook page.

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Natural Mineral Makeup by Madison Street Beauty

by MissMalaprop on January 13, 2012

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I recently ran out of blush, and was searching for another mineral makeup blush that would work with my SUPER pale skin and not make me look clownish. Somehow in my search on Etsy, I discovered Madison Street Beauty, which specializes in handcrafted 100% natural mineral makeup. I ordered a sample size of their Pale Peach – it arrived super quickly, and I love that you can order inexpensive sample sizes first. (Honestly this shade is pretty light, even on my ghost white skin, so I might try the Peony shade next time.)

I’ll definitely be back for eyeshadow though – they have an AMAZING selection of just about any color you could want. I can tell by the blush that anything I order from them will be excellent quality, plus this video review on YouTube illustrates just how amazing some of these colors look on all skin types. Here’s another great makeup tutorial which uses a bunch of different eyeshadow shades by Madison Street Beauty so you can see how they look on a real person.

You can shop online in their Etsy shop for natural mineral makeup by Madison Street Beauty, or check out their Facebook page for occasional discounts and giveaways!

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As If You Needed An Excuse….

by MissMalaprop on December 15, 2011

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An extra special reason for why you should come to the New Orleans Craft Mafia’s 6th Annual Last Stop Shop holiday party & craft market tonight (and why you should get there early):

Free goodie bags for the first 25 people. My awesome messenger tote bags filled with handmade treats from our whole gang!

AND an extra special reason you should come to my Peek-a-boo Pop-Up Shop this weekend:

Super fun handcrafted burlap pillows with silly Southern sayings. This is the collaborative project of Kerry of Bayou Salvage and her mom. These were really popular at the last edition of our Pop-up Shop, and they’re sure to be a big hit again. Can’t come? You can order online at their Etsy shop, I Reckon, but hurry because this weekend is the cut-off for Christmas delivery.

Hope to see you this weekend! Have fun and happy holidays!!

Event details:

New Orleans Craft Mafia’s 6th Annual Last Stop Shop
Thursday, December 15, 6-10pm
The Big Top, 1638 Clio Street, New Orleans, LA

Peek-a-Boo Pop-Up Shop
Saturday & Sunday, December 17-18, 9am – 6pm
Color Me NOLA, 4815 Magazine Street, Unit 2, New Orleans, LA

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Beatrice Holiday Wheel Cute Couture – Gift Giving Advisory Board Pick!

by MissMalaprop on December 12, 2011

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This post comes to you from Anne-Marie of The Succulent Wife, part of the Gift Giving Advisory Board. For more great gift ideas, check out our Hostess Gift Guide and Holiday Gift Guide!

Beatrice Holiday has the cutest bike accessories for the biking fashionista and the bicycle commuter.

We love the matching seat covers and handlebar bikebags that will have you stylin’ and wheelin’. The unique handlebar bag also converts into a beautiful and functional shoulder bag, to keep all your valuables safe, on and off the bike. All are made with vintage upholstery fabrics that suits the look of a beach cruiser, but would also fit on the handlebar of a Baby Stroller, making this also a great gift for new moms.

Beatrice Holiday also designs a stylish line of jewelry made out of recycled bike inner tubes. These hip accessories are not only very eye-catching but they also bring the meaning of Reuse, Repurpose, Recycleto a whole new level.

Are you going to a party and know that the host/hostess is also a cyclist? Why not hang one of Beatrice Holiday Bike Chain Star Ornament on a bottle of wine. The ornament hangs from a recycled bike inner tube string and would definitely add some flair to any tree.

Everything is made right here in the USA and is Eco and Animal Friendly. Use code HOLIDAYBEA at checkout for 15% off at Beatrice Holiday.

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