#Undiscovered Wednesday - 8/11

Dear friends, please pardon my belated post. All of the activities before and after the street fair really took it out of me. But better late than never I always say - and it's rather fitting for last Wednesday's picks to land on another Wednesday anyway.

So a recap on my favorites for 8/11:

Knitique
Whether you like it or not, Fall is right around the corner. And this year, I'll gladly embrace it - if it means wearing some of the comfy items from Knitique. This shop features cozy knits of all kinds from cowls, neck warmers, caplets and necklaces. Each item is made with a soft wool/acrylic blend and is available in a variety of colors - in case you'd like to customize. And, if you're planning early for your holiday purchases, she also gift wraps.


Prepare for the upcoming Fall/Winter weather with a lovely scarf from Knitique on Etsy. Update: They've their first sale since our last post. Congrats!


BeeTwixt
Who says blooms have to fade? Certainly not the folks at BeeTwixt, a new Etsy shop offering silk floral accessories. Leda, who is based in Portland, Oregon (always nice to find another fellow city dweller), draws inspiration from the city as she creates for the modern bride to be. She loves weddings want seeks to create something lovely that could be apart of such a tremendous occasion. You can read more about her work on her inspirations on her blog.


Know a bride looking for the perfect bloom for her modern wedding, send her to BeeTwixt. Update: They've had a sale since our last post. Here's to many more!


Lil Petite
These charming bright bits of jewelry add just the right amount sparkle to any outfit. Handcrafted by a talented Toronto artist, each piece - no matter how elaborate - is made with attention to the smallest of details. Inspired by nature, organic shapes, urban and vintage styles, there's something for everyone. And if you'd like to learn more about the shop or the artist, take a look at their new blog. I'll definitely be following.


Get your bit of sparkle at Lil Petite. Update: Since our post they've had 3 sales. Congratulations!


Summerwood Soap
Simple, beautiful soaps with a Renaissance twist is what you'll find at this shop. Created by Amy in Hempstead, Texas she combined her love of soap making with the fragrances of a bygone era. The soaps all sound wonderful, like "Sunny Honey" with it's combination of Lavender, Rosemary and Spearmint. Many of them also feature fresh, natural ingredients like goat's milk, raw honey, essential oils and cruelty free silk - a luxury you'll definitely enjoy.



Find something luxurious bath-time at Summerwood Soap on Etsy.


Colin Duncan
I love finding unique jewelry - it can be a great conversations starter and a piece from this shop is sure to get people talking. Each piece is created by Colin Duncan in his studio based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Through the power of fire and alchemical processes, he takes found materials and turns them into unique wearable art. And I'm quite fond of the finished results.


See more unique recycled metal jewelry at Colin Duncan.


I'll be posting this week's recap (8/18) on Monday - check back soon!
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#undiscovered Wednesday

Once again it's Wednesday and I'm back with more new shops on Etsy.
This week there were so many to choose from, but I've narrowed it down to a few favorites.


This week's picks:

Art My Oliver
I love the strange and wonderful prints this shop offers. And equally interesting is the inspiration behind them: fairy tales and medical illustration. Somehow the combination works and each piece is unique, colorful and intriguing.


To see more work, learn about their process and maybe get one for wall, visit Art My Oliver.


Blackbird Clay Studios
Summery and unique, BCS' stoneware and porcelain jewelry definitely caught my eye. In fact I fell in love with the work before I was moved by her story. Leigh Ann Black, the woman behind these fabulous pieces, was an architect before the "economic upheaval" brought her home to Mississippi and her love of pottery. While the reason that brought her to Etsy is unfortunate, I wish her luck and can't wait to see more of her work.

Get that perfect piece of summer jewelry and support a fellow artist at Blackbird Clay Studios.


Two for Joy Paper Studio
This little shop's handmade stationary, prints and wedding invitations is colorful and can't help but make you smile. And best of all they take custom orders--including matching the theme colors for your wedding--so you know it will be unique. I don't have a wedding coming up, but I now know where I can point anyone who is.

Want a unique invite, print or stationary? Make sure you visit Two for Joy Paper Studio.


Melina Martin
These screen printed tea towels are so nifty that you might hang them up as art when they're not in use. Hand printed and based on original illustrations created by Melina, each towel features the beautiful flora and fauna of New Zealand where she resides.

If you're a nature nut or know someone who is, you should take a look at Melina Martin


Marie-Eve Rousseau
I usually am not fond of silver jewelry because I can't wear it (allergies), but for those of you who can I would suggest you adorn yourself with a beautiful bauble made by Marie-Eve Rousseau. Based in Montreal, her work is created with traditional handmade techniques and the careful details are visible in every piece.

To see more of her jewelry and perhaps get one of these silvery adornments for yourself, stop by Marie-Eve Rousseau.

Well that's all for this week's #undiscovered Etsy. A lot of great shops - I can't believe they don't have sales yet! Go show them some love or perhaps their first sale.

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Until next time.

#undiscovered wednesday

To make my presence on twitter seem more useful, I've decided that Wednesdays are undiscovered Etsy days. The idea is simple, I scour Pounce for the newest undiscovered shops(ie no sales yet)and post my favorites. Why? It's fun and frankly, it gives new folks more traffic/free publicity.

This week's picks:

Agent Vinyle
This fabulous new shop has wall decals. And not just any sort of wall decals, eye popping, quirky and beautifully designed ones. I may not have been a fan of the removable wall art, but I am now.


Check out more ways to turn your wall into an artwork at Agent Vinyle.

Etta Bloom
This shop is puts some unique stuff in your bedroom, living room and wherever else you might plop a pillow. They take vintage French burlap and German grain sacks and turn them into one of a kind pillows.

If you want your pillows to be more than couch covers, take a look at Etta Bloom.

Joanna Nealey
This shop has fresh, clean and simple metal jewelry with a pop of color. Custom made by Joanna in her personal studio, their bright, colorful enamel finishes really caught my eye.

Want one of her unique adornments in your wardrobe? Visit her shop at JoannaNealey.

Camillo Longo Photography
Dark, graphic and gorgeous. These three words describe why I enjoy the prints at Camillo Longo's Etsy. From zombies and gore to dark romance and mythology, the minimal use of color really makes the work pop. Here are two of my favorites:


To find more prints that will haunt their way into your heart, go to Camillo Longo.


Moni K. Designs
This final shop has some very lovely purses, bags and sachets. Lovingly handpainted and beaded, each piece is clearly made with love. I personally adore these painted lavendar sachets, which would be the perfect gift (hint to you folks looking for something for your upcoming party/wedding):


If your interest is piqued, go see more of her lovely pieces at Moni K. Designs.

Well that's all for this week. Go and show these folks some love.

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Until next time.