dear followers

dear followers, I am making the difficult decision to incorporate this blog’s nature and subject matter with my original blog in an effort to provide a more holistic blog on the subject of great Etsy shops, DIY projects and design tips for the home. I had hoped to be able to maintain the two simultaneously but I am simply not able to keep up with the amount of diligent posting I prefer. I implore you to check out my amy+mayd  blog as I will continue to incorporate my Etsy candy picks as part of my content. I apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your readership and support! Best Wishes!

-Amy

wooden toys for spring

Natural Wood Toy- applenamos

these handmade wooden toys by apple n amos are so beautiful and great for hours of free play for kids.

Waldorf Natural Wood Toy Hand Kite- applenamos

they are each classically designed and beautifully crafted, great for this summer’s garden parties or Easter baskets.

Natural Wood Toy - Honey Bee- YO-YO- applenamos

Wood Spinning Top- applenamos

 

diverse etsy shop for your funky style

Upcycled Suitcase Pet Bed - two string jane SHOP

While browsing through a few etsy treasuries I ran across this diverse shop! The upcycled pet bed made from a vintage suitcase (shown above) is so adorable! it fits right in with an eclectic home decor style and looks like a comfy retreat for your favorite animal.

Splash Dyed Hand PAINTED Slouchy Cotton Canvas Hobo Tote - two string jane SHOP

From pet beds to hand dyed accessories and clothing, two string jane is a shop that definitely meets the standards of “etsy candy”. I love artists with shops that display their wide array of talents. Beautiful, fun and diverse work, nice collection two string jane!

Triangle Bunting Banner- two string jane SHOP

Flower Cluster Headbands

Flower Cluster Headband -Yellow, Coral and Mint Green- JustLiv

If you need a way to get in the spring spirit look no further than the shop JustLiv. Aren’t these headbands amazing?

Flower Cluster Headband -Yellow, Green and Tan- JustLiv

They are beautiful and made from vintage and repurposed fabrics… I love a great eco-find.

Flower Cluster Headband - Red, White, Gray Polka Dot- JustLiv

pixie perfect garden gnomes for spring

Spring Gnome Waldorf inspired- Painting Pixie

How adorable are these? Throw them in a spring time garden and you’ve got an instant bit of old-fashioned outdoor fun. I Love them! For more of these wonderful little gnome’s check out PaintingPixie

Daffodil Spring Bulb Gnome Waldorf Inspired- Painting Pixie

ECOgNOMIE Gnome in Bright Grass Green - Painting Pixie

Three Summer Strawberry Gnomes Waldorf- Painting Pixie

wonderful watercolors waiting

Sea Fan in Ruby- driftwoodinteriors

The shop drift wood interiors has a variety of beautiful monotone watercolor prints. I love their striking simplicity!

Sea Fan in Marigold IV Print- driftwoodinteriors

Sea Fern in Denim Print- driftwoodinteriors

These prints would make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom in a simple modern frame.

Sea Fern II in Charcoal- driftwoodinteriors

laid back jewelry for the summer goddess

Leather Wrap Bracelet Red Riverstone Turquoise Wild Wild West- RopesofPearls

Ropes of Pearls is a shop that has some great laid back jewelry selections. I always love jewelry that has a truly authentic feel and all of the pieces in this shop capture what I look for.

Turquoise Single Leather Wrap Bracelet Cuff- RopesofPearls

I love the turquoise in this one above and the piece feels tailored because of its defined shape.

Agate Leather Wrap 5X Greens and Clears- RopesofPearls

This piece would look beautiful with a sundress for summer or just a pair of white shorts and a coral top. This kind of jewelry is the perfect accessory for a summer night.

Inspired by Nature, Etsy furniture design shop

Dining Table, Mosaic Tile- natureinspiredcrafts

Inspired by Nature is love at first sight.  I adore all of the items in their shop and I am not exaggerating, what a fantastic collection of design work, furniture and art.

Sofa / Entry Table, Rustic Contemporary- natureinspiredcrafts

This console table is so gorgeous it looks like a modern Spanish piece with its beautiful accents.

Bench, Reclaimed Wood, Rustic Contemporary- natureinspiredcrafts

I think this shop hit the right combination of rustic, contemporary and all around delicious design. I could use most of these pieces in my home!

Coffee Table, Large, Rustic - natureinspiredcrafts

Display Coffee Table with Glass Top- natureinspiredcrafts

Large Coffee Table, Reclaimed Wood- natureinspiredcrafts

art that’s not just for babies

Underwater Hippo Print- twoems

When I first came across this art I thought WOW that’s perfect for kids room decor or a nursery, but realistically, who couldn’t use one of these pieces by twoems in their house? They immediately make you smile! I love them all.

Rainbow Zebra-twoems

Too Tall Giraffe- twoems

Elephant Safari Art Print- twoems

Hot Air Balloon Ride Print- twoems

an Etsy shop with a color pop

Painted Picture Frames - Collection of 5- RetroPops

I love color so when I found the shop RetroPops I knew I had to include it! Check out all of these wonderful and simple products.

Yarn Pom Pom Wreath- RetroPops

They are bright and work well for spring and summer.

Modern Painted Ceramic Birds Set - RetroPopsModern Painted Ceramic Birds Set - RetroPops

Empty Painted Picture Frames- RetroPops

Ornate Painted Frames- RetroPops