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Yay for global warming. Kidding. Sort of.

2012-03-01T15:24:00.000-05:00

It’s March 1 and Atlanta will have a high of 78 degrees today. Can I get a what whattt?!

Me likey.

All of this sunshine and global warming is inspiring me to plant flowers in these gorgeous boxes from Bridgewood Place.

Actually, I’ll most likely buy the planters and
(a) never plant anything in them or
(b) plant beautiful flowers that will die a week later

It’s true. I’m a planting failure. At least I'm honest(ish).

My daughter found her artwork in the trash last night. Ooopsie.

2012-02-29T14:27:00.000-05:00

In my defense, it’s not like I throw away all of her art. I save the ‘good’ stuff. And by save I mean I put it in a box. In my closet.

What? Like you save all of yours.

In order to get back my mother-of-the-year nomination, I’m thinking I should get one of these awesome magnetic memo boards from Shugabee Lane.

And have you seen these magnets? They’re pretty enough to distract her from the trashcan.

Note to self: take out before Taylor gets home from school.

My hubby got accosted at the lobster dip station at Costco.

2012-02-27T12:32:00.000-05:00

You know the one. Apparently the hubby stopped by to get some dip for our son this weekend and encountered quite the hard sell. The woman wouldn’t leave him alone about purchasing some lobster dip.

Jeez lady, no one actually buys it. We just eat a tub of the samples and call it a day.

I do like lobsters though. So much so that I may even consider buying the dip AND these nesting bowls from Clayshapes to serve it.

I may even buy these seashell bowls too. Great, now I’m starving. Look what you’ve done.

Ummm, I almost purchased one of those naked mannequins today

2012-02-25T17:07:00.000-05:00

For realz. Bloomingdales by my house is closing so they’re getting rid of all their store fixtures—including the naked mannequins. I don’t know what it is about a liquidation sale that makes me think I. Need. Everything.

Fortunately I talked myself out of the ridiculous purchase. Or is it unfortunately. Hmmmm.

In order to make it up to myself, I’m considering a purchase from Astrid Lily. Or maybe two.

One for me and one for the naked mannequin that got away.

Am I the only one that can’t do colored jeans?

2012-02-24T12:15:00.000-05:00

Apparently they are all the rage in the fashion world. Hey, I’m just trying to make my blue jeans work. Not quite sure I can pull off bright yellow pants. Maybe after my Jewish Lent is over.

You know what I can do with confidence? Find a place in my home to hang one of these awesome paper chandeliers from Perpetual Motion Décor.

I mean seriously. Have you seen these? One in every room may be too much, no?

Total side note: I love reading everyone’s comments so keep them coming. Unless it’s a hate comment. There will be none of those around my blog of full of fluff.

I gave up something for Lent. And I’m Jewish.

2012-02-23T11:47:00.000-05:00

What? Is that strange or something? Here’s the deal-I’m going to a beach wedding in about six weeks with one of my BFFs (can we say Spring Break 2012)! She’s Catholic. Me, not so much.

In order to get our bodies beach ready to fit into matching Land’s End mommy bathing suits, she proposed we both give up eating after 8PM for Lent. Gasp!

And just in case I don’t keep Lent (you know, since I’m Jewish), I’m going to invest in a full coverage beach towel from Sunny Stiches.

Awesome right?

By the way, does anyone have any suggestions on where I can get a bathing suit besides Lands End? Thankyouverymuch.

Can we please discuss the nonsense on TV?

2012-02-21T13:01:00.000-05:00

I mean, I love trash as much as the next shallow gal, but last night the only shows remotely interesting were The Bachelor and Ice loves Coco. Maybe I shouldn’t have admitted that out loud.

And you know it’s really bad when I think that Ice and Coco seem to really have it together. Yes, they are a fine example of a modern-day couple.

You know who could have it together if I could just get my hands on one of these wallets from My Creative Threads? Me, that’s whom (I like to use the word whom).

The more that I think of it, it’s sort of rude that I don’t have one of these. And cruel. So what have we learned today? Ice loves Coco is quality television and I can’t keep it together because I don’t have one of these wallets.

Happy President’s Day. Yay for no traffic.

2012-02-20T13:13:00.000-05:00

Is it weird that no traffic is what excites me nowadays? Don’t answer that.

Yes I’m at work today. But don’t worry, I rewarded myself with one of those huge unhealthy salads. You know the kind.

I’m also gifting myself a little online shopping time (shocker) and found Ross Lab- maker of all awesome ceramic things.

Like these nesting cellars ( I stole that word from her – I’m not nearly fancy enough to call anything a cellar).

And these magnets.

See, working can be oh so rewarding if you just have the right attitude.

Went to a “how to take control of your toddler seminar” today. Here’s what I learned…

2012-02-19T20:58:00.000-05:00

I’m doing everything wrong. Yay. Pretty exciting to learn this now—when my youngest kid is two.

Fortunately I’m feeling pretty inspired and even put some of the new tips into practice this evening. I promise (fingers totally crossed) that my mind did not wander to etsy during the seminar. OK it did a little (thanks to my iPhone) and I stumbled upon Red Tile Studio.

Hey, 3.5 hours is a long time to sit in one place. This stalker has ants in her pants. Not literally. Gross.

In addition to awesome art for your home, Red Tile Studio also makes rad iPhone covers which are way cooler than the one I currently have. I’m sure no one noticed me playing with my bright yellow phone during the seminar. Right.

Hello there Mr. President’s Day. I like your long weekend.

2012-02-17T10:12:00.000-05:00

I also like the fact that the hubby gets back in town today. I honestly don’t know how single parents do it. So today I salute you Mr. Presidents and Single Parents.

I also salute you Morgann Hill Designs, maker lf awesome wedding thingys. If you happen to be planning a special day, I highly suggest making your way to this etsy shop. It’s the perfect way to make your guests feel like their weddings sucked compared to yours.

And since I happen to already be married, I’ll have to settle for these awesome casserole dishes. Ummmm, casseroles.

Ummm, just found hubby and son watching The Family Guy. Inappropriate much?

2012-02-16T11:45:00.000-05:00

Just because it’s a cartoon doesn’t mean it’s for kids. Or even for adults really. Personally I find it hilarious, but I’m totally immature (in case you hadn’t noticed).

I’m thinking that putting together a puzzle from Puzzimals would be a tad more appropriate for a father/son activity.

I guess it could also be a mother/son activity if I wasn’t too lazy to figure it out. My strengths are really online shopping and inserting DVDs into the TV. Hey, we all have to be good at something.

I just witnessed Dr. Ruth giving sex advice on The Doctors. Discuss amongst yourselves.

2012-02-14T11:18:00.000-05:00

I just googled it and she’s 84 years old. You go girl. I seriously wish all of you were watching this. There were actually diagrams shown. DIAGRAMS PEOPLE.

This is Valentine’s Day programming at it’s best. Or worst. Either way, Happy Hallmark Day. If you have yet to buy your honey a gift from etsy, you’re too late. Or are you?

Lucky for you Itsy Belle offers awesome printables for every type of party—including one for Valentine’s Day. You can purchase and print at home TODAY.

And with that I just saved the day. Actually Itsy Belle saved the day if you want to get all technical about it.

Now I need to go wash my eyes out after watching The Doctors.

“I’m going to take away your sister if you don’t start being nice to her.”

2012-02-13T11:42:00.000-05:00

Even I don’t know what that idle threat means and I’m the one who gave it. By Sunday afternoons, my ability to rationalize with the kids has gone out the window. All I have left are idle threats. And candy bribes.

I think I’m going to reward myself for making it through the weekend with these adorable embroidered wall art thingys from Sometimes I Swirl. It’s the least I deserve, right? The very least.

And since I’m still in mourning of Whitney, I’m also going to gift myself with one of these drawings.

I’m a very delicate flower. So leave me alone.

I pity the intern that had to stay up all night putting together a Whitney Houston tribute for the Grammys.

2012-02-12T17:55:00.000-05:00

Seriously, you know there was a major to-do figuring everything out in time for tonight. And I feel like I practically knew Whitney since I thought I saw her driving a motorized vehicle around Target about a month ago.

She was such a huge talent. I totally remember singing ‘I will always love you’ on the bus to football games in high school. Yep, I was totally on the drill team. Brag. Or maybe not.

In order to celebrate the awesomeness that is Whitney, I bring to you the beautiful art from Functional Sculpture. Seriously, how cool is this stuff?

But it can’t bring back my good friend Whitney. Waaaa.

P.S. Crack really is whack.

My daughter has a cough and kept me up all night. Rude.

2012-02-10T10:41:00.000-05:00

I’m so instinctually motherly, aren’t I? Hey, I’m tired. She gets to nap today and throw temper tantrums. I don’t and it’s not fair (stomping feet and throwing temper tantrum).

Enough complaining and more shopping. Today I’m excited to introduce you to the awesomeness called Up in the Air Somewhere. These bowls are made of recycled paper. For realz.

People on etsy are freaking brilliant. Or at least smarter than me. Which doesn’t say much.

Hey, at least I have an eye for awesome paper bowls. And an eye for my bed—which happens to be having a temper tantrum because I’m currently not sleeping in it.

This print sums up my life.

2012-02-09T09:52:00.000-05:00

Kidding mom, I don’t drink that much ;) Or cook for that matter. But I do eat. And shop. And eat. And shop.

This morning while shopping and eating, I stumbled upon these prints from Ein Bier, Bitte, which I pronounce flaneilikengaitja;e. They’re super pretty right?

Personally I would like to buy one for every room in my home, because I like to drink in every room of my home. Kidding mom, I don’t drink that much ;)

I’d like to interrupt this morning’s usual etsy stalking to reintroduce you to my other blog – Pinterest Stalkers.

2012-02-08T12:54:00.000-05:00

It's new and improved and it will hurt my feelings if you don't go check out Pinterest Stalkers!

And the winner is...

2012-02-07T21:16:00.000-05:00

Not you! Unless of course you're Virginia Belle.

"Virginia Belle said...
I follow your blog!"

Congrats on winning the beautiful necklace from Kim Bloomberg Designs! And if you're not Virginia, there's still time to buy yourself something pretty from Kim Bloomberg Designs before Valentine's Day (hint, hint, nudge, nudge).

What do a monkey, beer and sunglasses have in common? Me.

2012-02-07T11:49:00.000-05:00

I was on vaca in Costa Rica. Brag. It was awesome. But you know what they say, what happens in Costa Rica stays in Costa Rica. Hey, even a stalker needs a break. You know, like a restraining order of sorts.

What matters to you is that I’m backkkkkk and ready for some serious stalking. What also matters is that I need a new wallet from Eight Seasons. Mine is old and ugly and for some reason is missing money.

I really, really want one of these. And a purse too. Filled with money thankyouverymuch.

By the way, the winner of the giveaway will be posted later today. Stay tuned. Or don’t. Whatever.

I'm alive. And tan. And there's still time to enter the giveaway...

2012-02-06T22:03:00.000-05:00

Time is up tomorrow morning so be sure to enter!!!

http://www.etsystalkers.com/2012/01/romance-is-in-air-so-is-giveaway.html

If texting while driving is illegal, I think giving a power point presentation while driving should also be frowned upon. Just saying.

2012-01-31T11:37:00.000-05:00

This morning as I was driving into work, I saw a man with his ear phone thingy in and arms flailing about like he was giving a presentation. In rush hour traffic.

I’m no traffic cop, but that can’t be safe.

You know what else isn’t safe? Living your life for one more day without some awesome ceramics from Flying Pig Pottery.

I wish I was good at ceramics. Or painting. Or staying awake with out gallons of coffee.

Fortunately one thing I do excel at is shopping. And I plan to put that on my resume.

Romance is in the air. So is a giveaway.

2012-01-30T11:26:00.001-05:00

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again—Valentine’s Day is right around the corner.

To honor it and to make sure you support the handmade community, I’m super psyched that Bloomy Baubles is hosting a giveaway. Not only is the owner a close friend, she’s also way talented (and funny and pretty if I do say so myself).

I promise I’m not hitting on her.

The winner of the giveaway will receive this gorgeous lemon drop necklace worth $70! That’s a lot of dollars.

Here’s the description:
“This stunning necklace has one vibrant yellow lemon citrine which is hand-faceted. 14 karat gold fill chains dangle from the citrine, creating a dainty and elegant look.”

Sounds fancy, right? It is. Trust me.

Here’s how to enter:
(1)Visit Kim Bloomberg Designs on Facebook and like it. Then march yourself right back here and comment that you did so.
(2) Like Etsy Stalkers on Facebook.
(3) Join Etsy Stalkers blog (you know, over on the right hand side. yeah, right there).

That’s it. YOU CAN LEAVE ONE COMMENT FOR EVERY ONE OF THOSE THREE THINGS YOU DO BUT YOU MUST LIKE Kim Bloomberg Designs ON FACEBOOK TO WIN.

Contest ends Tuesday, February 7 at 9AM!!! Who’s the big winner? Hey, maybe it’s you.

I put off my work all weekend. Now I’m putting it off even more.

2012-01-29T19:32:00.000-05:00

How can I work when the red carpet for the SAG awards are on? And since I’m already not working, I may as well be shopping.

I should have been a lawyer. I’m just so damn convincing to myself.

If you’ve actually convinced someone to marry you (how’s that for a good transition?), I would highly recommend using one of the awesome signature guestbooks from Modern Keepsakes at your wedding.

And if you haven’t been able to convince someone to marry you yet, maybe you can have a party. Your guests can sign it. That won’t be lame or anything.

Now I must get back to working (at watching the SAG awards). Heyyyoooo.

All in favor of eating say I. "I."

2012-01-28T12:02:00.000-05:00

Here’s an idea, instead of getting your loved one something he/she/it will never use, get him/her/it something edible. Everyone likes to eat. Unless of course you are stuck wearing headgear all day.

Do they even make kids wear headgear any more? Sorry, I digress.

Anyhoo,Valentines Day is right around the corner making it the perfect time to stock up on cookies from Linda’s Edible Art.

Sexy. Ooh la la. Rawwrrrr. (That’s me making sexy sounds – irresistible right? My husband is a lucky man.)

Is it just me or do cops in pickup trucks not seem like real cops?*

2012-01-27T11:17:00.000-05:00

Like are those real cop cars? Do they put criminals in the flat beds in back? Is that even legal? And I'd like to point out that just because someone is a criminal doesn’t mean they deserve windblown hair. Handcuffs and crazy hair are not a good look.

In order to tame the tresses, I’m thinking that pickup truck cops need to hand out these ponytail hair ties from Lizzie Starr.

Apparently these are all the rage out in LA and other fashionable places that I never get to visit.

In conclusion, if you want to be cool and popular or if you plan on getting arrested by a pickup truck copy, you need to buy these.

Note to self: don’t become a motivational speaker for teenage girls.

*Please don’t arrest me.

I like shoes. There I said it.

2012-01-26T13:12:00.000-05:00

No, I really, really like shoes. In general I would prefer not to wear any at all, but since that’s looked down upon in the work place (rude), I buy them. And I prefer for them to be pretty.

So how many of you have Toms? You do, just admit it. And you wear them a lot.

Well there’s good news for those of you that wear them out. There's a clever new etsy shop, Fancy Toms, that brings them back to life. You know, makes them all perrrty.

Now all of you dirty hippies, won't be so dirty. You'll just be hippies.

And I happen to know the ladies that own this shop. They’re cool. Like me.

P.S. I hate high heals. I don’t own a single pair and it’s only partially because my hubby is a shorty.

This just in: Starbucks will soon be serving alcohol. My life is now complete.

2012-01-25T11:34:00.000-05:00

Seriously, I heard it on the radio this morning. In metro Atlanta, Starbucks will be serving alcohol from 4—6pm daily. Can I get a what whattt?!

All they need is a buffet and a cot and I’ll never have to leave.

I’m thinking of dressing up my bottles of wine with these ridiculously awesome wine labels from Small Creatures. Hello perfect wedding gift. Or party favor (for an adult party, not a kid party). Jeez, I’m not that bad.

And now I’m off to Starbucks. Do you think the school bus does drop off there?

Last night I viewed an excessive nodder, a free candy hoarder and an eternally bitter girl. Can you guess where I was?

2012-01-24T12:14:00.000-05:00

If you guessed the freak show, you’re wrong.
If you guessed a focus group – yeah, you’re right. I was observing one (from the other side of the glass) for a project I’m working on and boy was it interesting. There really are some characters out there in the world.

It’s a good thing I’m so perfect and normal and pretty and funny.

Speaking of being perfect, check out these absolutely adorable shoes from Snanimals. Totally perfecto.

My daughter needs new shoes just as much as she needs a purple sharpie and a pair of scissors, but hey I can’t resist (the shoes, not the sharpies).

Ahhhh to be young again – without all the awkward puberty acne.

2012-01-23T12:34:00.000-05:00

I played forts with Darren all weekend. How cute am I? They were so much fun to build and to be in—except for the fact that forts aren’t really built for grown ups and today my back is all out of whack.

So I had an idea (rare, I know) to stalk etsy for some cute ready-made forts. And of course I found the best ones ever.

Seriously how awesome are these play houses from Miss Pretty Pretty? And why did these not exist in the cave days (when I was a wee one)?

I totally know what I’m getting Darren for his birthday—whether he likes it or not. Hey, I’m motherly like that.

Note to self: Don’t bring your child that is afraid of clowns to a party hosted by a clown.

2012-01-22T12:33:00.000-05:00

Ummm yeah. I’m not exactly sure why I thought bringing Darren to a party with Doodles the Clown was a good idea, but I did it. I have to say, even I was sort of creeped out by Doodles.

Fortunately there were other wimps for Darren to hang out with upstairs where he proceeded telling them not to go downstairs because Joker is also a clown. And Joker kills people. That’s my boy.

On a totally unrelated note, I’m looking for a new piece of artwork to hang in our master bedroom and recently found this amazing (and clown-like) wood art from Rosemary Pierce modern original art.

I mean seriously, how cool are these? And hey are the perfect distraction from my hoarders closet.

I understand that my closet is a problem and I that I need professional help to keep it organized. Maybe I could hire someone to live in my closet and keep it clean. Yes, that’s exactly what I’ll do.

I’m worried about Jennifer Hudson. She’s totally going to nose dive – Oprah style.

2012-01-20T12:40:00.001-05:00

I mean hellooo, her skininess is totally dependant on her weight watchers contract right now. As soon as it’s over, it’s gonna be Twinkie Time.

That wasn’t rude of me was it?

This truth teller/stalker happens to think Jennifer Hudson may benefit from these adorable stickers from Modern Typography. And no Jennifer, they’re not edible.

Check out these adorable seed packets made out of old Curious George books. So freaking clever for baby shower favors.

Don’t worry, no more baby showers for me, this shop is closed. for. business.

By the way, have a very happy Friday. Personally I’m going to celebrate by watching Dream Girls while eating some Twinkies.

*Disclaimer - Jennifer Hudson and Oprah are two of my favorite people in the whole wide world.

So sore. I’m reporting that work out contraption to the work out police.

2012-01-19T12:09:00.000-05:00

I went to the gym yesterday. Brag. I can’t walk today. Opposite of brag.

All of the elliptical machines were taken yet again, so my friend and I jumped on what we thought was the equivalent. Ummmm, no. I don’t know what exactly the contraption was, but let’s just say it hurt. And today I hurt.

What do I give my kids when they have boo-boos? After making sure they're not totally lying just to get sympathy votes, I give them lollipops of course! And since I’m still 16 at heart (or 12 if I'm being honest) I’m going to treat myself to some yuminess from This Charming Candy.

She makes awesome flavors like Pistachio Marshmallow, Black Pepper Mellon and Blueberry Muffin. It’s like a party in my mouth.

Is it rude to hide these from the kids? What? It’s not like they worked out at the gym. I can’t go rewarding them just for being cute.

Text of the day from a friend: When do kids learn to wipe their own F#@king Asses?

2012-01-18T11:33:00.000-05:00

Oh how I wish I could answer that question. Those of you that have kids with that ability are living the freaking dream. And I hate you for it.

On the other hand, the day of love is rapidly approaching – you know the Hallmark holiday that guilts you into showing your love or making you feel like crap. Yeah for Valentine’s Day!

I’m thinking of sprucing up my house for the big day with these adorable decorations from Sewn Natural.

And then I’m going to spruce up Taylor’s wardrobe with this dress. Sewn Natural pretty much has it all, except for the ability to train my kids how to wipe their own F#@king Asses.

This mother-of-the-year forgot about parent-teacher conferences today

2012-01-17T11:34:00.000-05:00

I guess there’s one flaw in my new wall calendar. I actually have to look at it. Goooo me.

Fortunately I figured it out early enough that I could reschedule it for this afternoon. Does anyone know what actually happens in a conference for a Pre-K student? Should I be nervous? Why am I nervous people?

I’m thinking that I really need this coffee mug from The Peacock Shop. You know, since I’m always drinking coffee, it makes way more sense than a wall calendar.

I also need everything else in this shop, including these mustache coasters. For realz, I don’t know how I’ve lived so long without them.

Now I’m off to prep for the conference. Wait, I am supposed to prep, right?

The Pregnancy Pact and Sexting in Suburbia are my two new favs

2012-01-16T10:05:00.000-05:00

Ummmm yeah, have you turned on Lifetime Movie Network recently? I hadn’t in about 10 years. Until Saturday. And then I got totally sucked into trashy moves with has-been actresses (no offense if you’re a has-been).

I literally spent four hours of my day watching The Pregnancy Pact and Sexting in Suburbia. My review? They're very informative and apparently relevant.

Fortunately etsy always remains awesome with shops like Sugar Pop Boutique. Me likey.

And if you want, you can wear this ring while sexting. Or making a pregnancy pact. Look at me - hip and relevant all at the same time.

My nanny is moving. Don’t leave me with the kids!

2012-01-14T08:37:00.000-05:00

We love our nanny. Love her. And need her. Apparently she needs to be near her family (lame) so she’s moving to be closer to them (rude).

I’m sad. And scared. Scared out of my freaking mind.

I’ve offered to give Taylor to my nanny as a going away gift but I’m not sure she’s going for it. So instead I’m going to give her beautiful stationary from Sweet Life Paper.

You know, so she doesn’t forget to write.

And I may give her a calendar too. You know, to remind her how long she’s left me alone with the children.

Put in my contacts. Couldn’t see out of one eye. Put in a new contact. Found lost contact dried on the side of my face two hours later.

2012-01-12T13:45:00.000-05:00

Yep, this chick has it all together. Nothing gets by me. I’m thinking I should just stick to wearing glasses. Which of course those make me look like a dork (please restrain from commenting).

And of course I can’t actually find my eyeglass case because I’m a mess.I’ll just blame it on the kids, like everything else.

It’s a good thing I stumbled upon etsy’s Tago Design.

If these cases don’t make me look cool, nothing will (please, I said no comments). And if you happen to not wear glasses, I hate you. I mean I’m jealous of you and I hate you.

By the way, will someone please lend me four thousand dollars so I can get Lasik? No really. Hand it over.

I just saw a man wearing workout pants with a belt.

2012-01-11T14:59:00.000-05:00

I don’t even know how he did it. Did he sew in the loops? Were they made especially for him? Would the pants have fallen down without the belt? I have so many questions to ask this belted man of mystery.

Mostly I just want to ask him why? WHY?

I also want to ask him if he’ll buy me one of these awesome lights from Boots N Gus. Why? So I can get a closer look at those pants.

I’m off to google ‘belted workout pants’. I'll report back tomorrow.

Overheard at Starbucks today, “I’d like to include some interfaith stuff like Jesus and Buddah hugging.”

2012-01-10T12:57:00.000-05:00

Seriously, I heard two grown men talking about some sort of website they’re developing and those exact words came out of their mouths. And they were being serious. Oy vey.

A judger I am not, but that just doesn’t sound like it’s going to be a successful website. (Moving over so lightening doesn't strike me.)

Fortunately there are shops like Fallen Sparrow to make up for all of the bad ideas out there. Beautiful clutches for bridesmaids are a very, very good idea in my book.

Making your bridesmaids wear silly dresses that later double as Halloween costumes? Not such a smart idea.

Now I’m off to Starbucks to do more eavesdropping. I mean to work. I mean to make fun of people.

Be gone Monday suckiness. Oh yes, you will be gone.

2012-01-09T11:46:00.000-05:00

Guess what? Today doesn’t really suck (for me at least) because Molly, super hilarious writer of Catalog Living, is guest posting right here. How did she hear about little old me? I full-on stalked her until she said yes. See, sometimes stalking does pay off (when it doesn’t land you in jail).

Today Molly is doing what she does best - "giving a glimpse into the exciting world of the people living inside your catalogs" - or in this case, inside your etsy.

So without further ado, let's jump inside the the minds of those living in these etsy shops:

Gretchen was delighted that her wrists were finally warm enough to allow her to caress some lovely seasonal branches.

(Available at Maybe the White Dog)

Candace found it difficult to enjoy the dinner party, as her place mat kept gravitating to the north side of the table.

(Available at Miss Mossy)

Isn't Molly funny? And pretty? Don't you want to be her? AWKWARD.
It may be Monday. I may never get rid of my muffin top. And I may really, really need to brush my teeth, but at least I’ve cornered the nitch on stalking. Winning.

I think I just saw Whitney Houston driving a motorized wheelchair around Target.

2012-01-07T14:41:00.000-05:00

Seriously. It looked just like her and she was wearing huge sunglasses to hide her face. She was also honking at people like a crazy woman.

Gotta love Whitney.

Speaking of good Christians (do you like that lead-in?), a friend of mine asked if I could find a Christening dress for her daughter’s big day. Being the good Jew that I am, I gladly accepted the challenge.

Lo and behold I stumbled across Righthand, maker of all things gowny and Christian.

Her stuff is gorgeous and is perfect to save for the next generation. And just in case you were wondering, she also makes non-Christening clothes too.

In case you were also wondering, “crack is wack.” – Whitney Houston

Yesterday I tried to sell clothes at Platos Closet and was told they were all too ‘’mature”. So I flicked them off.

2012-01-06T09:51:00.000-05:00

Kidding. I didn’t really do that. But I figured that I could make a few bucks trying to sell some clothes that used to be cool (or so I thought). Any thoughts of still being cool flew right out the window at the moment the lady told me that they were all too "mature".

Oh no she didn’t.

Speaking of being mature, how many of you keep a balanced checkbook? Me either. But I do have a friend that does and requested I find her a checkbook holder. Since I do everything people tell me to do, I found her some awesome ones.

I’m totally in love with these covers/wallets from Faith on Earth. Honestly anything made with Amy Butler fabric makes my heart go thumpthumpthump (that’s a good thing for those of your wondering).

All of this talk of checks and wallets has inspired me to organize my wallet. Yes, it’s fun being me.

This morning I put my pants on backwards.

2012-01-05T11:49:00.000-05:00

Which led me to believe I looked fat. Which inspired me to go to the gym. Where I discovered my pants were on backwards. Which led me to realize there were no available elliptical machines. Which inspired me to take the Zumba class starting at that exact moment. Which turned me into a dancing fool.

Seriously. I was a fool that was trying to dance. I was also the fool who forgot her water bottle sleeve (with water bottle) from The Joy Schoppe.

I’m hoping the cute water bottle will distract people from my dance “moves” next time.

And just in case there is no next time, I need this clutch – to distract people from my backwards pants.

I’m on a financial diet and eating Cheez-its.

2012-01-04T12:00:00.000-05:00

Hey, I can only balance one (or no) diets at a time. Seriously though, I’m trying to not buy as much ‘stuff’ in 2012 so I can try to de-clutter my life.

Don’t worry, it won’t affect my stalking. I’m just going to write down all of my purchases in an actual notebook, on real live paper from Baghy's Journals. It’s sort of like tracking food for Weight Watchers but this notebook is way cooler and I don’t have to step on a scale.

By the way, can we discuss the Jennifer Hudson Weight Watcher’s commercials? Is it just me or did she grow two inches in addition to losing 30 pounds? I wasn’t aware Weight Watchers could do that.

Seven Minutes in Heaven with Fifi du Vie

2012-01-03T10:12:00.000-05:00

Do you remember when I started my interview 'series' called Seven Minutes in Heaven back in November? I really don't either. I'm sort of a failure in that department. But I'm going to make it up to you with a very exclusive interview with Fifi du Vie - the awesome etsy shop I featured way back yesterday.

Do you like that song, She's Crafty by the Beastie Boys?
Yes. (You just reminded me of it and I'm listening to it right now.) I super heart the Beastie Boys.

I'm glad I reminded you of all of it's awesomeness. I'm good like that.

What was the last thing you made?
I burned a silk screen for a new print this afternoon. It's a secret, otherwise, I would tell you all about it. I also "made" a sale in my shop, so check it out.

Sounds creepy.

What is the last thing you bought on etsy?
This Black Leather Mini Clutch by Marketa. It's awesome and I love love love it! I use it as a wallet that I can pull out of my purse as a clutch - genius.

Well, well, well, aren't you the cleverist person ever. Seriously, you are.

What would it take to get you to complete all my craft projects, quietly, and let me the credit for them? Like a ghost writer but different?
I'll trade you my cranky customers and packaging orders to ghost write your craft projects. I'm assuming you have a lot of craft projects ...

Yes, I have lots of incomplete craft projects. Thanks for pointing that out.

Do you have another job?
Nope. This is all I do. All the time. In addition to Etsy, I have my own website, a blog, Twitter, Facebook, sell wholesale to stores, and I do craft fairs on some weekends.

You're living the dream. Living the freaking dream.

Favorite article of clothing? Can I have it?
Tough question ... my current favorite article of clothing is a pair of Earnest Sewn jeans that are pretty much destroyed and in shreds, but ridiculously comfy. Lifetime favorite piece of clothing is a men's green and white plaid shirt that I've had forever. When I'm not working, I wear nice clothes, but that doesn't happen to often anymore.

It sort of sounds like your clothes are ugly. That's too bad.

How long did it take you to make your first sale? Did you feel like a loser at first?
I first started selling jewelry on Etsy a bunch of years ago under a different shop name and I made my first sale in that shop within 30 seconds (literally - it was really nuts). Fifi du Vie took 2-3 weeks, if I remember correctly. It really didn't pick up at all for the first 6 months until a big blogger purchased one of my prints and blogged about me. I felt more like a loser because I just couldn't seem to take good photos ...

I pretty much feel like a loser daily - so we have that in commmon.

For extra credit: If you could go back in time (and you can’t), what would you do differently with your shop?
I would have had a better plan before I launched my shop. I tend to do a lot of trial and error with sales, photos, designs, etc. It's fun, but it takes up way too much time. I also wish I had taken a class in logo design or hired a logo designer way back in the day. Logo design makes my head hurt.

I have a time machine but you can't use it. Sorry.

Thanks for the very exclusive interview - you rock! Be sure to check out Fifi du Vie:
Etsy Store
Blog
Facebook
Twitter

The hubby and his friends are starting an exclusive meat club.

2012-01-02T13:50:00.001-05:00

Swear. Him and all of his buddies always complain how all the ladies have wine club (masked as book club), girls dinners, etc. So in order to even the playing field, they have now started a meat club. And it involves some sort of Groupon.

He’s all mine folks. Allll mine.

Personally I don’t eat meat, but I’m thinking that the meat club needs this print from Fifi du Vie to hang in the Meat Club meeting room.

Now I’m off to start a tofu club. Current membership: One.

To pee or not to pee, that is the million dollar question…

2012-01-01T18:07:00.000-05:00

After spending New Years in North Carolina visiting friends, I found myself in that age old dilemma on the car ride home. I had to use the little girls room but my kids had just fallen asleep. Stopping car = waking children. Not good. Peeing in pants = not good.

With no perfect solution, I decided to just pee in my pants. I'm kidding people, we stopped and the kids woke up. Oh well.

Spending all that time thinking about going to the bathroom got me thinking about redecorating mine – which then led me to the awesome shower curtains from Elisabeth Michael.

Aren’t these pretty? And if you don’t shower, she also makes throw pillows.

But if you don’t shower, I would really consider making that one of your New Year’s resolutions because you really stink. Just saying.

Taylor had no potty accidents yesterday. Yep, this is me bragging.

2011-12-30T20:25:00.000-05:00

Brag. Brag. Brag. This lady is done with diapers. Taylor didn’t have one accident yesterday – it’s a Festivus Miracle.

Now that I can officially cross potty training off my to-do list forever, I’m busy planning our wild and crazy New Years Eve – which will include making dinner at home and having a fake countdown at 9:30 so we can go to sleep by 10. Ohhhh how the times have changed.

Don’t worry, there will be lots of wine involved (we start early) with glasses from Modern Madness.

Not only are these pretty, they also make wine taste better. Actually they don’t, the only thing that can make wine taste better is better wine but I like to pretend.

Personally I don’t have a problem with wine out of a box. Yep, I'm fancy like that.

I’m on my way to never having to buy another diaper. Until of course I need to start wearing them again.

2011-12-29T11:09:00.001-05:00

Day three people. Day three. And the end is in sight. This girl is finally getting that going in the potty is way better than in your pants. Or on the floor. Amen.

How do I plan on celebrating? With jewels from Omiya of course.

They are so pretty – like my floors that no longer have pee on them.

By the way, do you think it’s bad that I had to unbutton my pants before I even started eating dinner last night? It’s not good, that’s for sure.

It’s day two of potty boot camp and I am now convinced that Taylor is smarter than me.

2011-12-28T13:46:00.000-05:00

Seriously. She’s been going in the potty 50% of the time. That 50% happens to only be with the hubby. When I ask her if she needs to go she screams NO. When Gary asks she politely says yes and goes in the potty. Seriously people, what am I doing wrong?

What’s that you say? I do everything right? Oh go on.

One thing is for sure – I’ve perfected the art of shopping. And eating. And shopping for stuff that has to do with eating. Which is what I did to find Lil Miss Crafty Pants.

How cute would these look in your kitchen? Really cute.

In conclusion, I can pretty much do it all. Thankyouverymuch.

Potty Training rules. I’m being totally facetious people.

2011-12-27T11:28:00.000-05:00

It sucks. Luckily, Taylor is already pretty good at going in the potty so it shouldn’t take too long, but you know, it’s no fun.

The good part? I’m rewarding her (and by her I mean me) with cookies. Lots and lots of delicious cookies.

If I had thought ahead, I would of totally ordered cookes from Sugarland Bakeshop to reward Taylor (me) along the way.

But since I didn’t, we’re stuck with 50% off Christmas cookies – which are actually quite delicious.

OK, I’m off to take Taylor to the potty so I can reward her (me) with cookies.

Wish me luck.

Planes, trains, automobiles and a crying two-year old. Yep it's the holidays.

2011-12-26T21:40:00.000-05:00

Man it was a long day but we are finally home and I. Need. A. Drink. Or possibly five.

I sort of feel like mother of the year for making it to and from Maine in one piece. Sure the guy in front of Taylor and I on the plane now has whiplash from all of her kicking but who cares, we’ll never see him again.

Before I pass out from exhaustion, I wanted to introduce you to the amazing furniture from Timeless N Chic.

Beware: going to this shop may cause you to empty the entire contents of your wallet. Everything in it is freaking awesome.

What is that I hear? My bed calling? Or was it a bottle of gin?

Hohoho Merrrry Christmas. From a Jew.

2011-12-25T08:50:00.000-05:00

Guess what? This Jewish gal gets to celebrate Christmas this year – whatwhattt! Yep, that’s right – we’re with the non-Jewish side of our family living the dream of every Jewish boy and girl across the land.

Jealous?

To honor all of my fellow Jews today, I’d like to introduce you to this Chinese food print from Lisa Barbero. That’s right, we’re all eating Chinese food and then heading to the movies today.

It's one stereotype that's actually true.

This etsy stalker hopes you are enjoying this holiday season no matter what you celebrate because hey, when it comes down to it, we can all agree on one thing – our obsession with etsy.

I’m finally done shopping for holiday gifts. Now I can get back to shopping for myself.

2011-12-21T13:55:00.000-05:00

I know it’s the season of giving but come on people, let’s get back to me. Thanks.

You know what I need? A new calendar for 2012. To be exact, I would like one from Luxalexa. Thanks.

You know what else I need? For someone to throw me a party using these invites. Thanks.

By the way, if you didn’t read yesterday’s post, you missed my announcement that I (actually American Express) is giving away $100 to one of my readers. Look at that, I’m such a giver.

So I got free food. And a lot of it. Nom, nom, nom.

2011-12-20T12:33:00.000-05:00

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Here’s how it worked for me (and how it will work for you). I went to dinner with some awesome people. For the record, you should only go to dinner with awesome people.

We ate and ate and ate. And drank and drank and drank. Then we paid – duh. AND there was no awkwardness trying to chase friends down (chasing is bad) to get reimbursed.

What could be better? Not much.

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By the way, I just dropped part of my veggie burger down my shirt and now I want it back – I thought you should know.

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Ummmm yeah so it’s Monday.

2011-12-19T12:35:00.000-05:00

BUT it’s the Monday before the holidays. Hellllooo silver lining. Time to break out the extra stretchy pants, hot cocoa and throw blanket. Oh wait, that’s sort of me every weekend.

But there’s a problem. I currently hate my throw blanket and it’s pretty much imperative that I get a new one.

Who really wants this blanket from West Coast Quilts? Me, that’s who.

I pity the fool that doesn’t buy me this blanket (said in my best Mr. T impression). Wow I just really aged and losered myself.

I may or may not have accidentally spent 10 minutes at the wrong holiday party on Friday night.

2011-12-18T21:07:00.000-05:00

Yeah, of course I did.

As we’re heading into the hubby’s holiday party he tells me to introduce myself to people if he can’t remember their names (he’s really bad with names). So into the party we head, order drinks and start mingling. All of a sudden someone approaches us and asks if we’re with the right party. Ummmm…how am I supposed to know? Yeah, we were totally at the wrong party – and the hubby just thought it was a lot of spouses there. Oy vey.

I guess the weekend wouldn’t be complete if I didn’t make a fool out of myself.

I really have no good transition from that embarrassing story to the awesome bags from ira grant. Well maybe the transition is that these bags are so great that you won’t ever feel embarrassed while wearing one.

And hey, people may like your bag so much that you’ll get invited to stay at party. Even if it’s the wrong one.

What do I want to make the hubby buy me for Hanukkah?

2011-12-16T14:11:00.000-05:00

Seriously, tell me what I want because I can’t decide what to make (I mean politely ask) him get me. Maybe I want this wool tote bag from Treesizeverse.

Or possibly this hand-painted “lovoooooe” sign from Rustic Wood Originals?

Would it be strange to ask for a lamp for Hanukkah from Ronda Ruby Ceramics (insert ‘you know you’re old when…’ joke)?

And I’m crossing my fingers that he actually reads my blog enough to know that I’m obsessed with this piece of art from Laura Amiss.

Or maybe, the hubby will remember how awesome I am and buy me one of each (hint, hint, nudge, nudge, wink, wink).

I just joined a second book club and I don’t even read the books for the first one.

2011-12-15T11:30:00.000-05:00

Really, does anyone actually read in book clubs? Ours has become more of an excuse to drink, eat and discuss reality TV. Sure we pick a book and attempt to read, but isn’t Kim Kardashian way more interesting to discuss? I know, I’m deep.

For those of you that actually do read books, I’ve found you the cutest kindle/nook covers from Bertie’s Closet. And if you order today, they will arrive at your house by Christmas.

She also makes computer cases for those of you (me) that prefer googling over reading. Let’s just say I’ve mastered the art of googling.

I smell like fried.

2011-12-14T12:15:00.000-05:00

Be glad you’re not sitting next to me today because I spent my morning frying up potato latkes for my daughter’s class at school. Let’s just say the scent is lingering and it ain’t good.

Being that it’s the holidays, I’m loving all of the cards coming in the mail. It’s like cute kid and dog overload. We of course didn’t send them out because I can’t keep up with life. But if we had, I totally would of stamped the cards with these addresses from My Rubber Stamp.

If I order now, maybe I’ll get out cards for Valentine’s Day (of 2013).

And now I’m off to eat lunch. For some reason I have the hankering for something fried.

Yesterday my son and I did some role playing. He was the booger man throwing booger meatballs at wonder woman (played by me).

2011-12-13T11:05:00.000-05:00

Ahhhh, you gotta love having a four-year-old boy. He also spent about an hour staring out our window at our neighbor’s glowing Christmas Tree. Ahhh, pooor little Jewish boy gets lame decorations.

I’m thinking of distracting him with these taxidermy deer heads from French Melody. These are greeting cards people. GREETING. CARDS. THAT. FOLD.

Or maybe I’ll trick him into forgetting about the glitz and glamour of Christmas with these birdhouses. OK, even I don’t think that will work.

At the very least, I’m hoping these distract him from throwing booger meatballs at me for a few minutes.

New Week. New Freelance Project. Need New Pants That Button.

2011-12-12T11:12:00.001-05:00

While I enjoyed having some time off to wear my comfy pants full-time, I’m thinking my waistline isn’t appreciating having to wear pants that actually button today. It’s not good people. There’s overhang and discomfort. But I figured that my new office would not appreciate me showing up in sweat pants. Maybe I should of worn my moo-moo.

Tight pants aside, I’m super excited to start a new project – I mean I think the people at Target were starting to know me by name.

And being in front of my computer more means being on etsy more (of course) which is good news to you since I stumbled upon Biscuit Scout.

Check it, she knits all sorts of awesome throws and covers.

Finding Biscuit Scout makes me want to throw one of those awesome blankets over myself, kick up my feet and take a nap on that comfy cozy chair.

Hey, what can I say, I excel at multi-tasking.

Winding down on Sunday night with Bride Trafficking Unveiled

2011-12-11T20:39:00.000-05:00

What? The only other thing on is 16 and Pregnant (and it’s totally a rerun). So Bride Trafficking Unveiled it is.

Really I am ready to go to sleep and it's only 8:30. This weekend was full of holiday parties and I’m Pooped with a capital P.

If you happen to be throwing a holiday party I highly suggest decorating with Party Lanterns. Look how pretty these can make a room. Any room.

And if you'd like to invite me to your party, I'm there (as long as there's a buffet and an open bar.)

So what have we all learned tonight? Holiday parties are good. Bride trafficking? Not so much.

What up Friday. How you doin’?

2011-12-09T09:08:00.001-05:00

Woohooo for Friday. I’m psyched for holiday parties, holiday parties and more parties.
That is if I can stand after I go to boot camp at the gym in a few minutes (brag). You see, I haven’t worked out in six weeks. At all. Which of course means I’m going to punish myself with the hardest class ever today.

Hey, when I’m done I’m totally going to reward myself with some vino served in these awesome glasses from Mary Elizabeth Arts.

Wouldn’t these make the most perfect hostess gifts? For me?

If you don’t hear from me after boot camp, send help. Or vodka.

UPDATE: I found an empty candy wrapper stuck in one of my sneakers while putting it on. Swear.

Taylor’s two-year appointment and the only thing the hubby was concerned with was the health of her hair.

2011-12-08T13:45:00.000-05:00

Swear. He literally had me ask the doc if we could do anything for Taylor’s hair. It’s thin and all, but I’m thinking that’s not the Pediatrician's specialty.

Anyhoo, of course the Pediatrician had no magic cure for thin hair but I’m hoping that one day she’ll be able to wear one of these cute hair things from Isabel’s Adorable Adornments. Until then, I’ll just have to keep purchasing and doing a hair dance (very similar to a rain dance).

Best of all, Isabel’s Adorable Adornments are being featured for really cheap today on HEARTSY – my second place to shop behind Etsy.

So if your child has hair, go forth and SHOP!!

It’s Taylor Made Tuesday – on Wednesday. How’s that for a cliff hanger?

2011-12-07T09:47:00.000-05:00

I honestly don’t know what happened yesterday – the day just got away from me. I wish I could say that I was busy writing my first novel, going to boot camp and cooking wholesome food all day. But no, none of that happened.

I was lazy people. L.A.Z.Y.

Fortunately, etsy is full of non-lazy people to make up for my behavior. Today I’m especially thankful for Kelsi Wilson, who made this adorable pillow for Taylor.

I mean duh. Who else would it be for?

She was awesome to work with and really went above and beyond coming up with this FINAL touch for Taylor’s room. Oh yeah, you heard that right. The FINAL touch.

Can you believe Taylor Made Tuesdays have come to an end? Me either. Booo hooo. I totally appreciate all of the wonderful shops that participated and those of you who have stalked along with me.
Thanks again to the sponsors of Taylor Made:
Live Designerly
Old Barn Rescue Company
Jennifer Farley Designs
MB Art Studios
Joshua by Oak
Sew Crafty Décor
Lovely Home Idea
Rock Paper Stitch
KFD Design
Hearth and Home
Kelsi Wilson

I’m tempted to do another room. Thoughts? Opinions?

Hey here’s an idea. Don’t take medicine that makes you sleepy in the middle of the day.

2011-12-05T18:29:00.000-05:00

I know, I’m so smart, right? I wasn’t feeling well so I took some meds that “may cause drowsiness.” Ummm, you think? It’s six hours later and I still can’t keep my eyes open.

Luckily I’ve gathered up the strength to shop for you (and by you, I mean me). And you’ll be happy I did because I found these amazing lampshades from MIXKO.

Now that I’ve completed shopping for you (me), I guess I should direct my effort into staying awake. And possibly playing with the kids.

By the way, Taylor got tons of new toys for her birthday. What is she playing with right
now? Her socks. On her hands. I’m so glad I stressed about what to get her for so long.

And the winner is...

2011-12-05T14:25:00.000-05:00

Kathryn who said...
"I gotta go with the elephant, that's my daughters theme!"

Congrats Kathryn - you've got mail!

Thanks again to My Kids Lids who sponsored this awesome giveaway. Remember to check out her shop for the perfect gift!

And now I must get back to my extreme relaxing.

It’s Sunday and my pants are tight. What else is new?

2011-12-04T16:27:00.000-05:00

It’s the holiday season (otherwise known as “I need to invest in a moo-moo” season.) Seriously, I’ve had a million events this weekend (sooo popular) and with each one my pants have gotten tighter. And tighter.

Since my tight pants are cutting off my circulation, I’m finding it impossible to stay awake which somehow means I had to shop for more throw pillows from Jillian Rene Décor. That correlation doesn’t make sense? I blame it on my pants.

Want.

Need.

Hand them over.

By the way, if you have not yet entered the GIVEAWAY to win an adorbz hat from My Kids Lids, there are only 24 hours left. Then you will (officially) be declared a loser.

I'd like you to meet Halvin Alvin the Jewish Elf...

2011-12-02T11:40:00.000-05:00

OK – have you guys heard of the elves that parents set up around their homes to trick kids into being good in December? The elves ‘watch’ over the kids and report back to Santa on who has been naughty and who has been nice. So I thought to myself, ‘Self? Why can’t all the Jewish kids be watched over for Hanukkah?’

Voila – Halvin Alvin the Jewish Elf was born. I told my four-year-old all about Halvin Alvin last night and he had so many questions. And then (wait for this), he listened to me all night.

While we’re speaking of made up holiday things, I’d like to introduce you to Letterpress Light – maker of awesome invites and Festivus cards. We all remember Festivus right?

And just in case you’re into celebrating real holidays she also makes amazing cards for those too.

By the way, if you haven’t VOTED for Taylor’s room on Ohdeedoh, you should. You really should. Only 24 hours left to make it a winner (or to make me feel like a loser.)

Taylor's Room is Famous!

2011-12-01T15:15:00.002-05:00

I interrupt my regularly scheduled stalking to tell you that Taylor's room is featured on Ohdeedoh today!!! I know, right?

Check out the feature and VOTE FOR HER ROOM You just need to go to the bottom of the article and vote that you want to see it as a finalist!

Last night the hubby declared his undying love for beer and Pringles. Step back ladies, he’s all mine.

2011-11-30T10:24:00.000-05:00

It’s a good thing he works out because last night he downed an entire can of Pringles. I freaking look at a can of Pringles and gain weight. OK – so maybe I did more than just look at it (I did a face dive into them).

Personally I think it's OK to gain a little weight over the holidays. I don’t know why, I just do. And since it is the holidays, and there is more to them than just eating (heh) I’d love to introduce you to Orly Design – maker of all things awesome (including beautiful Menorahs).

And lets say you already have a menorah but are looking for another creative way to decorate for Hanukkah, Orly Design also makes ceramic Hebrew letters.

I literally want everything in this shop. Hand it over.

P.S. Why have you not entered the giveaway yet? Do you not like awesome free stuff?

Lookie Looo – It’s Taylor Made Tuesday!

2011-11-29T13:13:00.000-05:00

OK, I’m psyched to show you the addition to Taylor’s room today. I sort of think that it brings the entire room together with it’s awesomeness. Remember last week when I revealed the bench I had refinished? Of course you do. Well this week, I’m super psyched to show you the bench pillow made for it by Hearth and Home.

Seriously, how perfect does this look? And it matches the curtains – like exactly. Hearth and Home was such a pleasure to work with and even gave me suggestions like adding the lavender piping on the edges. I highly suggest checking out her shop. She’s mucho talented AND she also makes throw pillows.

We all know how I feel about throw pillows.

Taylor's room is just about done!!!!

And now I’d like to introduce Kelsi Wilson who created an amazing personalized piece just for Tay-Tay that will be revealed next Tuesday.

This is going to be good. Real good.

We’re celebrating Cyber Monday with a Giveaway! I know, right?!

2011-11-28T10:04:00.000-05:00

Are the deals really better on Cyber Monday? I hope so because I have a date with my couch and computer today. If you’re reading this hubby, I’m totally not shopping online all day today (heee, heee).

Just in case you’re also not supposed to be shopping, I have a giveaway just for you! A couple of weeks ago, Katie from My Kids Lids Shop (lurrve the shop name) sent me a set of Mr. and Mrs. Monster hats for my little monsters.

Trust me when I say they are soooo cute and soft. The best part? My kids actually love these hats. And my kids hate hats. It’s a Cyber Monday miracle!!!

Now you have the chance to win a hat that your kids will actually like too!

The winner gets to choose any hat – trust me, it’s going to be a hard choice (expect a lot of hemming and hawing).

Here’s how to enter:
(1)Visit My Kids Lids Shop, pick out your favorite hat, march yourself right back here and comment on it.
(2) Like My Kids Lids on Facebook.
(3) Like Etsy Stalkers on Facebook.
(4) Join Etsy Stalkers blog (you know, over on the right hand side. yeah, right there).

That’s it. YOU CAN LEAVE ONE COMMENT FOR EVERY ONE OF THOSE FOUR THINGS YOU DO.

Contest ends December 5 at 9AM!!! Who’s the big winner? Hey, maybe it’s you.

Why is the pool not open? Are we there yet? Why is a dog driving that car? What smells?

2011-11-27T19:21:00.000-05:00

These are just a few of the thousands of questions asked by my kids on the way home today. Oy vey.

I’m thinking my kids (or my someone) needs to go out and by me flowers and a vase from Carriage Oak Cottage for keeping two little ones entertained for 5 straight hours. With. No. TV.

At the very least I need one of these pencil holders - you know, so I can poke my eyes out on the next road trip.

By the way, one of my friends who also just returned from a road trip decided that her next car is going to be a limo – you know, so she can put the divider up between her and her kids to avoid flying shoes.

Big girl coming through. Beep, Beep.

2011-11-26T12:48:00.000-05:00

I’m sorry I’ve been away from my computer for a few days, but I was too busy stuffing my face to step away from the table. Seriously, it’s not good. Or it was great depending on which way you choose to look at it.

One thing’s for sure, diet starts tomorrow (and by tomorrow, I mean the day after tomorrow).

Speaking of food, which it seems like I always am, Beach House Living has found the perfect use for vintage silver wear – she hand stamps them and basically makes them adorably perfect.

These also may work well for distracting me from eating so much. Actually they won’t. Nothing really does.

By the way, Beach House Living currently has a sale going on through Cyber Monday. Get 10% off by entering coupon code 'CyberShop2011' at check out. This is good for me because I now don’t have to leave my refrigerator (I mean my home) to get a good deal.

A week of thanks. Day three: I'm thankful for Taylor Made Tuesdays

2011-11-22T13:16:00.000-05:00

Seriously, I can’t believe how many etsy sellers have come together to create an entirely handmade room for little bitty Taylor. Is it weird that I sort of want to trade rooms with her? She’s two so she won’t even know the difference.

Last week I teased you with KFD Designs and I’m psyched to show you the final product. I presented Kristin with a heinous old bench that my husband had been schlepping around for years. We (and by ‘we’ I mean ‘I’) were about to toss this to curb when I stumbled upon KFD Designs. She actually specializes in transforming heinous old pieces of furniture into beautiful heirlooms.

The Before:

The After:

If you live in the Atlanta area, I would seriously call Kristin ASAP to refinish some furniture. If you don’t live in Atlanta, I would consider moving here just to be near her.

And of course no bench is complete without a cushion (hint, hint) from next week's sponsor Hearth and Home. It’s going to be good people, good and pretty (not to be confused with good and plenty candies).

A week of thanks. Day Two: I give thanks for Coca-Cola (and I'm not referring to the diet stuff)

2011-11-21T14:07:00.000-05:00

Man I love me some old-fashioned coca-cola. The hubby first found out I had a problem when he found me in the corner taking shots of coca-cola. And I'm totally not exaggerating.

In order to hide my addiction, I’m thinking of investing in these soda can covers from HandaMade.

No one will know what I’m drinking. No one (bwahahahhaaha).

And look, HandaMade also makes these adorable apple covers. Helloooo people. The holidays are right around the corner and I’m thinking your kid’s teacher does not want any more smelly candles or lotion.

Now that I think of it, your teacher may be more into getting a beer bottle cozy. Actually, I can pretty much guarantee it.

A week of thanks. Day One: I give thanks for stretchy pants.

2011-11-20T10:08:00.000-05:00

I mean really, they are always there when you need them – in good times and bad, through thick and thin. In sickness and in health.*

It’s a good thing I have a wide (get it, wide?) variety of stretchy pants. I’m going to need them after indulging in cookies from Just Crumbs.

These are almost too pretty to eat. Just like I’m almost too full to have another bite. Yeah right.

The best part about stretchy pants? They can double as pajamas. Talk about lazzzzy.

*Please note: I highly suggest not wearing stretchy pants for two weeks straight. It makes putting on jeans very depressing.

Can someone please explain to me what a 140.6 bumper sticker means? That the person is insane?

2011-11-18T14:08:00.000-05:00

I’ve seen 13.1 and 26.2 bumper stickers before, but the other day I saw one that read 140.6. Is this something a person does as a form of self-inflicted punishment? Like being a cutter? I don’t get the person that would choose to run 140.6 miles. And I’m thankful I have no friends that choose to run that much. Or at all.

I’m also thankful that it’s the Friday before Thanksgiving! Are you prepared for it? Of course you aren’t. That’s why today I’m introducing you to adorable printables from Lisa Kay Designs.

Your guests don’t even have to know that you printed these an hour before they arrived.

And now I’m off to eat a second lunch before my first dinner. Hey, I’m in serious training for the Thanksgiving Day meal. These pants aren’t going to stretch themselves out.

Super Sleuth Etsy Stalkers At Your Service

2011-11-17T12:59:00.000-05:00

This is so me.

There have been a couple of robberies in nearby neighborhoods recently so of course when I saw a dude ‘pretending’ to work on a neighbor’s home I immediately became suspicious. I immediately began taking pictures of his car/license plate (because burglars always drive their own cars, duhh). I mean really, could I be any more super sleuth?

Turns out he was an actual electrician and wasn’t ‘pretending’ at all. Now all I have to show for my random act of braveness are pictures of an honest electrician’s car. Lame.

This event got me thinking about license plate art. Which got me searching on etsy. Which lead me to Design Turn Pike. Wouldn't these be an awesome gift (for me)? They would.

Aren’t you glad you don’t live inside of my head? You should be because it’s a scary place to be.

I donated the wrong bag to Goodwill. For Realz.

2011-11-16T09:35:00.000-05:00

I’ve been on a cleaning binge, like I've dropped off crap at Goodwill three times in the past week. One of those bags happened to include a collection of teddy bears that neither of my kids have looked at for the past year. Or so I thought.

Fast forward to Sunday when we attended a build-a-bear birthday party. Fun, cute, yadadyada. Here’s the problem, my son came home from the party wanting to take out all of his old teddy bears. Ummmm, yeah.

And that’s where my web of lies began. I decided to tell him that I gave them to my prego friend (sorry Traci) so she can give them to her baby which he in turn tells me, “That baby’s not even born yet! Get them back!” I thought he would forget, but for the next two days he kept asking if I had called/emailed Traci to “get my teddy bears back!”

Can you see where this is going? No? Well yesterday I went to the Goodwill where I donated the bears and I found two of them on the shelves. Yes, I bought them back. And I nearly had a throw down with a teddy bear hoarder who had a basket full of them. Seriously, does this stuff only happen to me?

What does this have to do with etsy? I have no idea. Actually, here’s a good tie-in. Timrava makes adorbz teddy bears. I need to put this chick on speed dial for when I accidentally donate something I shouldn’t.

Mother of the year, people. I’m freaking mother of the year.

I saw a woman outside in her bathrobe with a cigarette in one hand and a leaf blower in the other.

2011-11-15T13:02:00.000-05:00

This totally goes beyond the show ‘What Not to Wear'. This woman could start her own series called ‘What Not to Ever Do in Public.' Now that I have shared this scarring visual with you, it’s time for TAYLOR MADE TUESDAY!

This week’s addition couldn’t have come at a better time. Why? Because Taylor is all of a sudden obsessed with anything having to do with hearts. She will only wear shirts or pants with hearts on them, which is actually getting a bit awkward since she only has like 3 shirts that fit the bill.

Anyhoo, now she can sleep (yeah right) or read (ummm no) with this adorbz heart throw pillow from Rock Paper Stitch. She’s literally in love with it. Now I’m thinking I need to buy her a matching skirt. Yep Rock Paper Stitch makes those too.

She's creative, easy to work with and ships super fast. I'm thinking she deserves to win a Nobel Peace Prize in something.

Next week's sponsor is special - and not in that awkward I don't know what to say special sort of way. Kristin from KFD Designs is awesome. Like I sort of want to hang out with her (not in a creepy stalkerish) sort of way. Kristin is refinishing an old ugly bench we had to go in Taylor's room. I haven't seen the finished product yet, but I know it's going to be awesome. So so awesome.

Stay tuned to see how this huge cliff hanger turns out next week.

Happy Monday (I can say that because I’m not working today). Crappy Monday if you’re actually working.

2011-11-14T10:01:00.000-05:00

Good news – I have something to cheer you up!

I’m super psyched to introduce a new Etsy Stalkers Interview Feature to you. I have lovingly named it (drum roll please)…Seven Minutes in Heaven With an Etsy Seller. This weekly feature will introduce you to a real-live seller on etsy. Here’s the twist (there’s always one, isn’t there)? Each seller will be asked the same seven questions – won’t it be fun to see how each one answers? It will be fun, oh yes, it will.

Without any further ado, please enjoy Seven Minutes in Heaven With Cerra’s Flower Shop!

Do you like that song, She's Crafty by the Beastie Boys?
I'm a little bit embarrassed to admit this - but I don't know the song. Does that take away points from my awesomeness?
Umm yes, yes it does.

What was the last thing you made?
The last thing that I made and finished were some penguin ornaments as a custom order. Right now I'm part of the way through sewing a heart fishing set.

What is the last thing you bought on etsy?
I bought a Christmas present for a friend of mine. I think all but three of the purchases that I've made over the last 4.5 years on Etsy have been as gifts for others.
I've never received a gift from you. Hint, hint, nudge, nudge.

What would it take to get you to complete all my craft projects,
quietly, and let me the credit for them? Like a ghost writer but different?
You'd need to find me a body double. I already feel that I spend too much time away from my son.
Please, who is more important, me or your son?

Do you have another job? Like one where you need to wear pants that actually button?
I don't think so. Some people consider staying home full-time with a child a job, though, so yes?
Staying home full-time with a child is like jumping into a pot of crazy so yes, it's a full-time gig that allows you to wear comfy pants.

Favorite article of clothing? Can I have it?
My "Brooklyn" hoodie that was purchased for me on one of my trips to NYC. And no, sorry. It is my comfort clothing and has seen more living than most people, let alone articles of clothing!
Sounds stinky - you can keep it.

How long did it take you to make your first sale? Did you feel like a loser at first?
I actually made a sale within my first week. That was back in early 2007, though, so there wasn't a whole lot on Etsy to be lost in. Admittedly, if I go more than about a week without a sale now I start to question myself.
Made your first sale within a week? BRAG.

For extra credit: If you could go back in time (and you can’t), what would you do differently with your shop?
Maybe this will gain back the points I lost for not knowing that BBoys tune? I think I would've tried to take better photos from the beginning and maybe opened up a separate shop for supplies. But, the feedback and establishing myself that way by selling supplies has helped build up buyer confidence.
Extra credit points earned, but you should seriously go download She's Crafty.

Isn’t Sarah super cool and awesome? She is. And she’s giving too – she’s giving you a 25% of coupon in her shop just by using code ETSYSTALKERS at check out. So go forth and shop!

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I’m awake. I’m asleep. Actually I’m awakey-sleepy.

2011-11-11T11:41:00.000-05:00

You like that? I just coined a phrase for how I feel today. ‘Awakey-sleepy’ means that while I’m technically awake, I feel like I should be sleeping. I’m crossing my fingers that it ends up in wikepedia soon – dare to dream big!

Speaking of sleep, my obsession with throw pillows continues with Urban Fringe. It’s getting a little awkward how many pillows I have.

You tell me how to resist these pillows. Show me a way and I shall try.

Now I’m off to do a face plant into my Starbucks so I’m not so awakey-sleepy (I think my phrase is catching on).

If I lost my to-do list does that mean it’s done?

2011-11-10T10:08:00.000-05:00

Seriously, I lost my list. And I live by lists. Oh well, I guess I’ll just have to lie on the couch all day watching Sex and The City reruns because I think that was on my list.

You know what else I think was on my list? Decorating my house for Thanksgiving! How have we not discussed Thanksgiving yet? It’s a holiday centered around food – making it one of my all time favorites.

Whether you’re going somewhere for Thanksgiving or hosting it at home, you’ll want to purchase one of these awesome table runners from Shop24.

I’m thinking you’ll be nominated for guest of the year if you bring your hostess one of these (hint, hint, nudge, nudge).

Not into giving thanks? You can also spread joy if that’s the type of thing that gets you going.

How many times is too many to go to Starbucks in one day?

2011-11-09T10:50:00.000-05:00

Two? Three? I draw the line at four.

As you can see I’m a tad hyped up on coffee these days. I mean I’m not. I mean I am.

Here’s the deal – I don’t have an office to go into this week, and I don’t do well sitting still (except when It comes to exercise) so I’ve been getting out of the house by visiting Starbucks. A lot.

I’m also busy planning Taylor’s second birthday – ohhhh how I look forward to the terrible twos. I’m being facetious people. It’s not going to be pretty - fortunately, her celebration will be with these awesome decorations from Steph loves Ben.

Even I can’t make these decorations look bad. Actually I probably can.

And if you have no parties in your near future (LOSER), you can start decorating for the holidays before Thanksgiving (BIGGER LOSER).

I think I got a couple’s massage with a girlfriend yesterday AND It’s Taylor Made Tuesday!

2011-11-08T12:59:00.000-05:00

My freelance writing contract ended yesterday which theoretically left me time to get all of my errands accomplished. But did I do any? Nooooo. I went and got a massage with a friend which somehow turned into a couples massage because there was only a sheet hanging to separate the rooms.

I swear it wasn’t one of those windowless “Spa” places. Or at least I’m hoping it wasn’t. Come to think of it, there were not a lot of windows.

Anyhoo, I came home from my couples massage to find my fancy European sheets from Lovely Home Idea waiting for Taylor’s room. And let me tell you, Europe does not disappoint.

These sheets are freaking awesome AND of course Lovely Home Idea did an amazing job of matching the colors perfectly.

I’m thinking it’s time for you to ditch your old ratty sheets and get all European with your bedding. You can even eat croissants in bed while wearing a beret to get in the mood.

And now I’d like to introduce you to next weeks sponsor Rock, Paper, Stitch - maker of awesome pillows, clothes and more! She even makes Christmas Stockings –which you should totally go buy (even if you’re Jewish).

I can’t wait to show you what she’s created for Taylor’s room next Tuesday!

Is there such as baby boarding school? I’m thinking it’s my million-dollar idea.

2011-11-07T09:51:00.000-05:00

For realz, Taylor is milking the system. Today she was up at 4:30AM FOR. THE. DAY. I get that she loves her new room and all, but come on.

Can’t I just send her away to boot camp and she’ll come back home ready to sleep? I’m thinking there are a few other million parents out there that want this too.

Not to brag or anything (totally bragging), but I cleaned out my son’s entire closet yesterday and gave boxes and boxes of baby clothes to a friend. Now that his closet is actually something I can enter, I’m thinking of turning it into some sort of play area/office/place for him to go while I crawl into bed and nap.

Nothing would be more perfect for the area than an awesome desk from Plydea.

And check out this lounge chair – me like to lounge.

You know what else goes well with a lounge chair and a playing child? A wine rack. Duh.

Caffeinated beef jerky tested for military MREs.

2011-11-04T10:49:00.000-04:00

Yes, that’s an actual headline I read in an actual newspaper. Sadly I’m so freaking tired that I would consider eating the jerky for a little boost – and I don’t even eat meat. All I can say is TGIF (AND TGIFreeBagelFriday).

I’m so freaking ready to chillax this weekend.

Not to bring up a sore subject, but the holidays are right around the corner and you haven’t started shopping yet. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I’m pretty sure you haven’t.

Instead of fighting crazy mall traffic just to buy your second cousin twice removed a remote-controlled back massager from Brookstone, you should head on over to Taylors Eclectic and buy her (and by her, I actually mean me) some handmade jewelry.

I promise she (and by she, I actually mean I) would really, really love to receive anything from this shop. Particularly this bracelet.

And now I’m off to go do a face dive into my venti startbucks cup and free bagel. Why? Because that’s the way I roll.

So my friend and I decided we need to go to rehab even though we’re not addicted to anything.

2011-11-03T11:19:00.001-04:00

Don’t worry, we don’t really need rehab, we just love the concept of it. How great would it be to pack up and head out to some relaxing beach vacation and do nothing but talk about your feelings for 30 days? And doesn’t it always seem like rehab facilities are always in amazing locations like Pasadena? Note to self: Stop watching so much Celebrity Rehab on VHI.

You know what else would be awesome? If someone would buy me one of these awesome clocks from Artma Studo. It might even make up for the fact that I’m not addicted to anything.

Come to think of it, maybe I should become addicted to clock hoarding. Do they send people to beach-front rehab for that?

P.S. I’m sorry if you ever have gone to or need to go visit rehab. Sorry and jealous actually.

And the winner is....

2011-11-03T08:12:00.000-04:00

AMANDA!!! Now your holidays will rock (or at least suck a little less).

Amanda said...
I like Charming Cozy Creations on Facebook.

Thank you soooo much to
Charming Cozy Creation for hosting this great giveaway!

The hubby was so freaking excited that Beavis and Butthead came back on the air last week. Oh, and he’s not 12.

2011-11-02T10:30:00.000-04:00

Well technically he’s not, but you know, he still loves playing with toys. In fact, he just gave our son his treasured Star Wars action figures from his childhood, which are still in pristine condition. I’ve never seen a grown man (or a 4 year old) more excited.

If you don’t happen to have a husband/wife/partner/furrie that saved his/her/it’s childhood toys, you can make it up to your wee one with these awesome prints from Loopz Art.

And I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Today, you can get a HUGE discount when you shop these prints on Heartsy! I know, right?!

But wait there’s more, Loopz Art doesn’t just make super hero art, there are prints for every freaking occasion. And they ‘re all amazing. Can you tell I drank too much coffee this morning? Can you? Huh? Huh?

Now go and shop on Heartsy. I'm practically saving you money.

Can’t. Stop. Stealing. Kid’s. Candy. Good thing it’s Taylor Made Tuesday!!

2011-11-01T11:17:00.000-04:00

I seriously think I have a candy hangover. Taylor does too. She actually woke up at 4am last night screaming for me. When I went in to check on her she says, “Mommy downstairs, watch TV, eat M&M’s.” You seriously can’t make this stuff up.

So big things happened in Taylor’s room this weekend – she actually got her bed and we moved her in!!! I know, right?

I know that I was supposed to reveal her new sheet set today from Lovely Home Idea, but I have to postpone that reveal until next week. Why? Because they are coming all the way from Europe! Could I be any more fancy? Don’t answer that.

Instead, this week I’m SO happy to reveal Taylor’s custom ruffel duvet cover and throw pillow from Sew Crafty Décor. I simply sent her the color scheme and voila, look what she sent me. She was not only easy to work with, she also had great ideas and ships super duper fast!

Go, go, go and check out Sew Crafty Décor ASAP. Why? Because your bedding has spit up, cereal spills and dog hair all over it. Oh wait, that’s mine.

Don’t worry, just because Taylor is actually in her room doesn’t mean Taylor Made Tuesdays are over. We still have the uber fancy European bedding, throw pillows, artwork and a special piece of furniture to reveal.

By the way, I know my pictures suck. Any recs for an Atlanta-based photographer to come over for a little photo shoot?!

Do you sometimes feel like your cat is just watching you (and not in a good way)?

2011-10-31T10:58:00.000-04:00

I would pay some serious money to find out what my cat is thinking when she is all up in my business. Does she love me? Want to kill me? Admire my awesome ability to sleep soundly with a cat on my head? Either way, she’s sort of freaking me out.

Anyhooo, I’m totally obsessed with finding some artwork for the master bedroom and I’ve now decided that I must get my hands on one of these numbers from Rustic Wood Originals.

Or maybe you should buy one of these for me. You know, as a little thank you for being so awesome at stalking.

Have a wonderful Halloween and good luck trying to get your hyped-up kids to sleep tonight. You may want to have an extra cup of coffee today - just saying.

Cleaned out my closet while watching Hoarders last night and suddenly realized I could be next week’s feature.

2011-10-28T10:56:00.000-04:00

Yeah, what’s wrong with me that I clearly cannot keep my closet organized (or my life for that matter). I look at inspiration pictures, I envision a clean closet, sometimes I actually fold my clothes and put them in the proper place, but inevitably my closet explodes.

I’ve been known to lose a small child in there before.

So instead of shopping for something that goes inside my closet, today I’ll focus on the outside with these awesome plants from Succulents Galore.

How cute are these for party favors or centerpieces? And if you have no friends to throw a party, you can just keep them all for yourself.

Come to think of it, if you give these out, you may actually have more friends and then you can throw a party. It’s a win-win situation.

My friend had the brilliant idea to write anonymous letters to people about information they need to know.

2011-10-27T11:46:00.000-04:00

For example:
Dear so and so,

Your child is clearly misbehaved. Stop posting how awesomely behaved he is on Facebook because he’s not. Thankyouverymuch.

Do you like that idea? I do. It’s subtle right?

In order to send these notes, I highly suggest using stationary from Rainy Day Colors as opposed to email. Why? Email is traceable. Duh.

Best of all, you’ll soften the blow of your mean note because the outside is to pretty!

Now I’m off to go write an anonymous letter to someone. I can’t tell you what it’s about just in case the receiver reads this blog. Ahem.

Why is that seeing a grown up picking his/her nose in traffic makes me feel better about myself? By the way – there’s a GIVEAWAY (and it’s not boogers).

2011-10-26T11:10:00.006-04:00

What is it with picking your nose at a stoplight? Helloooo, your windows aren’t tinted that much. I can see you very clearly.

Let’s try to keep fingers out of noses in public please.

Now that I’ve (possibly) concluded my rant of the day, I’m super excited to announce a GIVEAWAY! Please welcome Charming Cozy Cottage – maker of super awesome invitations, announcements and more! And guess what? She even offers complete holiday and party packages to get you through the holidays in one piece.

The winner of this giveaway will receive a holiday or party package of your choice – retail value $40 buckaroos!

Packages include:
• Invitations
• Thank you notes
• Happy birthday banner
• Favor tags/cup cake toppers

Best of all, everything is fully customizable to your theme! And don’t worry, all of you losers get a consolation prize – 10% off anything in the shop through November 30 (use promo code: STALKERSNOV2011)

I’m thinking you’ll want to enter this one. Here’s how:

(1)Visit Charming Cozy Creation, pick out your favorite item and march yourself right back here and comment on it.
(2) Like Etsy Stalkers on Facebook if you don’t already like me. Please like me.
(3) Like Charming Cozy Creation on Facebook!

That’s it. YOU CAN LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EVERY ONE OF THREE TWO THINGS YOU DO.

Contest ends Wednesday November 2, 2011 AT NOON EST. Now go forth and enter so your next party doesn’t suck. You’re welcome.

It’s Taylor Made Tuesday – but you already knew that, right? Of course you did.

2011-10-25T10:51:00.000-04:00

Remember when I introduced you to Joshua by Oak last week? Well guess what – now I get to show you what was created just for Taylor.

You see these bookends? They say Sugar and Spice and are in a perfect pink for any little girl's room. I love, love, love them and not just because I like to eat sugar and spices so much.

These are absolutely perfect for Taylor because reading just happens to be one of her favorite activities (no thanks to me forgetting to read to her the first year of her life – ooops).

More into sleeping than reading? Me too. Fortunately Joshua by Oak also makes some super sassy yet classy pillows. So if you're not classy or sassy, these are not for you.

In conclusion, you should really, really go shopping now. Or at least go browsing with the intent to buy.

And now it’s time for this week’s big etsy shop reveal – drumroll please…
Please welcome Lovely Home Idea – creator of gorgeous bedding and home decor. I am so freaking lucky that she sent Taylor the most beautiful sheets like ever. Of course now I’m trying to figure out why Taylor’s room is way nicer than mine.

Stay tuned to see Taylor's new beautiful sheets next week and to see if I can convince her to trade rooms with me.

The hubby has a man cold and a zit on his nose. Try not to be too jealous.

2011-10-24T11:10:00.001-04:00

You must be wondering how I manage to pull myself away from him with all of his goopy runny nose mess. I truly have to hold myself back.

Speaking of boys, one of my stalkers asked me for help finding a gift for an 18-year-old male college freshman. Ummm…way to keep an etsy stalker on her toes.

This was a toughy but I think I found something he would like. How’s about gifting him some ‘business’ cards with his dorm room phone number on them from raw art letterpress ? Imagine how the girls will flock when he awkwardly hands them out at frat parties.

Or maybe an awesome poster featuring a quote from Pearl Jam? Helllooo, coolest guy in the stinky freshman dorms.

And don’t worry, if you happen to not be a male college freshman, raw art letterpress has stuff for you too. Like perhaps this awesome Dr. Seuss quote. Come to think of it, some college boys may be into this. Just sayin.

By the way, have you browsed Joss & Main yet? I’m sort of in lurve with it and I think you will be too. Now go forth, shop and stimulate the economy. That’s an order.