TGIFT - Do Good

I know we usually do that on New Year, but have you made any new season good resolutions? Mine is to do good (or at least try not to do bad)!

- Porcelain Serving Bowl by thelittlereddoor

- Handmade Custom Boots by letuspaint

- Artifact - A Rustic Porcelain and Copper Necklace by peifferStudios

- Vintage Trench Coat by DearGoldenVintage

- Do Good, Original Painting by twamies

- Dark Red Tibetan Bead Earrings with Sterling Silver by YOURDAILYJEWELS

TGIFT - A Walk In The Woods

- Hedgehog Brooch by squarepaisleydesign

-  Edible Wild Sugar Mushrooms by andiespecialtysweets

-  Vintage 1970s Leather Work Boots by vintageurbanrenewal

- Jumbo Chain Fringe Necklace by iheartnorwegianwood

- Vintage Woven Basket Purse Bag with Oxblood Leather by DeLaBelle

-  Picnic Tartan Plaid Wool Throw by AMradio 

- Gray Deer Antler by lifeslittlejems

- Wyk, Wristlet Clutch in Natural Cotton Linen by Kirschbits

TGIFT - A Cozy Beginning of Fall

Come whenever you want, Fall! We'll be waiting for you with a hot tea, in a comfortable sweater :)

- Light Blue Pillow - Connect the Dots Pattern by ErinDollar

- Vintage Plump Cream Tea Kettle with Wood and Floral Details by ZebrasAndBubblegum

- One of a Kind Art Doll "Dominga" by sweetbestiary 

- White House Potholder by xxxRedStitcHxxx 

- Butterfly Study. Petite Dessert Plates in Soft Blue, Set of 4 by AmongstLovelyThings

- Little Bird Sitting on a Branch Fine Art Metallic Print 8x8 by SylviaCPhotography

- Unisex Hand Knitted Pure Cream Welsh Wool Aran Sweater by janebeckwelshblanket

TGIFT - A last ray of sunshine

To enjoy the last rays of sunshine before summer is completely gone, here are a few sun filled Etsy finds!

- Goldenrod Field Handmade Felt Bow by OrdinaryMommy

- Brooch Crochet Circles by Idniama

- Yellow Deer (Felted White Magnolia Soap) by SoFino 

- Feather Print of Watercolor Painting by ReneeAnne 

- Lace and Linen Dress Mustard Yellow Off Shoulder by MrRaccoonsempire

- Conquest Necklace with African Trade Beads by iswasandwillbe

TGIFT - Autumn Harvest

Today's Etsy finds are inspired by the upcoming Autumn Harvest!

- Harvest Moon - Porcelain Pendant with Impression of Maple Seed by peifferStudios 

- Vintage Teacups & Saucers by vintagebiffann

- Summer Wheat Harvest - 11x14 Fine Art Photography Print by MommyMakes

- Little Acorn Earrings Antiqued Copper Oak Tree Nut by SilentRoses

- Set of 2 Shabby Chic Decorative Pumkins by imali

- Vintage Evening Bag Creamy White Floral Purse by BarkingBirds

- Nutmeg by DeliciousShots

TGIFT - Emberglow Coral

Emberglow Coral is one of the colors of Pantone's color trend report for fall 2011. Today's Etsy finds are inspired by this radiant, warm, playful color!

Wayfarer - Vintage Polaroid Sunglasses by gpnexxus

Life is Beautiful - Handcarved Linocut Print by inkstomp
03 June - Digital Print by CristinaBStudio

Tangerine Orange Jade Post Earrings, Handmade in 14k Gold Fill by aubepine

Recuerdos Bracelet T-4 Macrame Knot, Thread, Rope by underanewlight 

Patterned Notebook in Triangles by inkwhimsy

TGIFT - Happy Birthday Leos!

If you're looking for the perfect gift for a Leo, here are a few Etsy finds that may make you say : "Thank God I Found This!"

 

-  Panthera Leo (Lion) by HandyMaiden 

- The Little Leo Dress by SoleilCreations

- Bookmark "The Hunted" Functional Photo Art by LauraJohnston

- I Am Sewing, Hear Me Roar - 8 x 10 Archival Fine Art Photography Print by WildLifePrints

- Zodiac Constellation Leo - Natural Wooden Pendant by tokenandpine

- Brown Stripes Tote Bag by 464Handmade

- The Lion Brooch by teconlene

TGIFT - Back to School

Can you believe that it's almost that time of the year already? 

If you're doing some early back to school shopping because you and/or your kids can't wait to go back, here are a few Etsy finds that may make you say "Thank God I Found This!" And if on the contrary you think that school is not cool, you may change your opinion after seeing these awesome Etsy items!

- Pencil Holder by lessandmore

- Apple Magnet or Hair Clip by ElnaDesigns

- Watercolor Illustration - aeiou by murmurfremo

- Hand Painted Vintage Purse- I Heart Nerds by junkyardglitter

- Notebook "Blue Feather" by arminho

- Cornflower Headband by HoneyCase2

 

TGIFT - It's Christmas in July!

All these items come from amazing shops that are offering sales and specials from 7/14/2011 to 7/24/2011! Be sure to check out their shops to learn more, and see this post to see more wonderful shops participating in the Christmas in July Sale!

- Sun King Wall Sculpture by WalterSilva

- Eva Earrings (Sterling Silver and Freshwater Pearl) by ThePeachTree

- Original Art Adjustable Ring - White Magnolias by Flowerleaf

- I am so in love with you Card / Mini Print by letterhappy

- Organic Beach Bath Towel by BeautyAndSpa

- Vintage 70s Floral Dress by JojosRetroandVintage

TGIFT - Stars and Stripes

To all of you who celebrate : Happy Independance Day!

USA Flag Cuff Links by HoneyCase2 - $20
Organic Star Pouch in Brick by MilkandHoneyHandbags - $26
Star Cookies (8 Dozen) by sugarandflour - $11.50
American Flag Fine Art Photo Print 8x8 by SylviaCPhotography - $29
Vintage Sparklers by northbrooklyndrygood - $20
Iddy Biddy Zipped Coin Purse by betsywynn - $10
Star Burst Fireworks Print by SarahKnaack - $15

TGIFT - Pack your bags

Pack your bags, we're going camping!

PDF Counted Cross Stitch Pattern Download - Handsome Buck by Sewingseed

Let's Go For a Hike Card by Sparrownestscript 

Vintage High-Waist Safari Shorts by Sadiedeluxe 
Dietz Army Green Camping Lantern by ShakaShakaVintage 

White Tent Limited Edition Archival Fine Art Giclee Print by Gretchenmist 

Vintage Smores Hiking Boots (Women Size 6) by Luncheonettevintage
Bear Head Pendant Necklace by HandyMaiden
Locarno Footstool/Camping Stool by Gallantandjones
I'd rather be camping Papercut Postcard by AshleyPahl

TGIFT - Collecting and Antiquing

I can't phrase it better than marymary : "Summer months bring an opportune time to take advantage of antiquing, collecting, flea markets, outdoor bazaars, and vintage renewal." Will you be antiquing this summer? Do you collect something? Please share! If you love vintage treasures, here are a few Etsy items that may make you say "Thank God I Found This!"

 - Vintage Milk Glass Salt and Pepper Shakers by BarkingBirds - $10

- Vintage Brass Bird Candle Wick Trimmer / Snuffer Scissors by DirtyBirdiesVintage - $12

- Marching Magnets - Vintage Clip Magnets by BirdNestsAndPaper - $4.50

- Flower Garden - An Instant Collection of Tin Saucers by SushipotParts - $68

- Create Your Own Vintage Book Journal by TheFancyLamb - $22
- Set of 8 - Small Antique Key Collection by ImaginedPlace - $14

TGIFT - A day by the sea

If you're craving a day by the sea or are lucky enough to enjoy one, here are a few Etsy finds that may make you say "Thank God I Found This!"

 

- Red Coral by joojoo - $15

- Bar Maillot (swimsuit) by plhi - $89

-  Sail. Hand Embroidery in 4 inch Hoop by  merriweathercouncil - $22

- The Nautical Package - 5 Elastic Hair Ties that Double as Bracelets by ManeMessage - $7

- Mermaid Necklace by RedBracelet - $35

- Sail - Fine Art Photo - 8 X 12 by CarlaDyck - $40

- White and Blue Pinstripe Linen Dress by DigForVictory - $175

TGIFT - A little bit of quirkiness

If you love quirky little things as much as I do, here are a few Etsy items that may make you say "Thank God I Found This!"

- Flowered Beard Brooch by pollaz - $30

- Hello There Stud Earrings by Coocachoo - $7

- Hot Air Balloon Trio by madeleinesargent - $220

- Le Classy Kangaroo OOAK Miniature Animal Sculpture by leanimale - $20

- Lightning Bolt Stud Earrings by TheAngryWeather -$40

- Rainbow Cupcake Purple Girl Handmade Plini Figurine by magicbeanbuyer - $14

- Balloon Bear 1/30 A4 Limited Edition Wall Art by AshleyPercival - $35

TGIFT - A Romantic Garden Wedding

They say when you marry in June, you will always be a bride...

- Personalized Groom Boutonniere Pin by braggingbags, $15

- Sterling Silver Bubble Wand by iacua, $88

- 10 White Acorn Floral Decorations by Fairyfolk, $30

- Set of 50 Place Cards by MamaTita, $60

- Queen of the Woods - Natural Crown by whichgoose, $85

- Set of Three Personalized Silver Initial Pearl Bridesmaid Necklaces by newhopebeading, $99

Thank God I Found This - A picnic in the park

Do you long for a picnic in the sun? Here are a few Etsy items to get inspired! And if you are planning a picnic soon, these finds may make you say "Thank God I Found This!"

- Vintage Cotton Halter Dress by aiseirigh, $56
- Summer Evening 8x10 Fine Art Print by aVeryStory, $20
- Melody of Spring Original 9x12 Watercolor Painting by paintedbliss, $65
- Woven Picnic Basket by AMradio, $49
- Vintage Lunch Tin by thepetitemarket, $18
- Picnic Wooden Cutlery, 10 sets by ititems, $7.90
- Eco Square Plates by janeecollings, $8.70

Thank God I Found This - Father's Day

With Father's day approaching, you may be looking for gift ideas. Our second TGIFT features manly Etsy items that, hopefully, will help you in your search and will make you say "Thank God I found this!"

- Large Vintage Shoe Cleaning Bucket by DovieMoon - $20
- Vintage Ray Ban Aviator Sunglasses by dapperdean - $94
- Repurposed Vintage Canvas and Leather  Pouch by mcldrygoods - $59
- Orca Fullrange Loudspeaker by BlumensteinUltraFi - $550
- Vegan Tobacco and Lemon Shaving Oil by krugsecologic - $22
- Wood Grain Hand Painted Cuff links by tuckooandmoocow - $32
- Cartographic Tshirt by nonfictiontees - $18

Thank God I Found This - Teacher's Appreciation

Introducing a new weekly blog feature : TGIFT! Every Friday the Aspiring Artisan's Guild Blog will feature Etsy items that, hopefully, will make you say "Thank God I found this!"

In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, here are a few treasures that would make the perfect gift for the end of the school year or to show your gratitude!

1. Blackboard necklace by Evrydiki, $48
2. Set of 8 notecards with vintage ruled envelopes by Cutiepiecompany, $20
3. Desk organizer by Lessandmore, $59
4. Vintage pencil sharpener by Vintageavacado, $18
5. Hand drawn pencil necklace by Amyawalters, $8.50
6. Personalized hand embroidered note by Cornflowerbluestudio, $15