tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89006628943520047932011-08-16T22:09:38.587-05:00"The greatest treasures are those invisible to the eye but found by the heart."Christinenoreply@blogger.comBlogger971100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-71810840258121476562008-10-27T19:07:00.003-05:002008-10-27T19:11:10.163-05:00

I would like to formally announce that as of today, Indie Pretty is officially closed. I would like to thank everyone who has been here and I appreciate your support. I've moved on to other blog projects and will no longer be updating this site. I sincerely apologize for any frustration. But all of the posts will be left in place, so feel free to look around if you still wish.However you can

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-50743584993905796342008-07-26T13:40:00.006-05:002008-07-26T21:50:43.532-05:00

The Fabric Barn is a one stop shop for both buyers and sellers alike. They carry a variety of commercial and handmade fabrics, gift bags, tags, and more, many of which imported from around the world and can be hard to find. In addition to supplies, The Fabric Barn is also open to custom graphic work, from Etsy banners to web ads.I don't know about you, but I personally enjoy getting business

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-44017385129682734262008-07-19T01:25:00.002-05:002008-07-19T01:26:57.955-05:00

Warning, this video contains a cute half naked man dancing to Daft Punk. Enjoy!

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-11720123010774420522008-07-11T14:19:00.002-05:002008-07-11T14:23:23.614-05:00

Congrats to Kam A. from Wisconsin for winning the Bargain Headbands giveaway! Whoo!On a side note, I won't be updating much for the next few days because I'm going out of town for the weekend and I need to catch up on my school work. In the meanwhile, here are some amusing blogs for you to check out:Passive Aggressive NotesOverheard In The OfficeGraph JamFood Designs

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-8753949781176528992008-06-28T23:16:00.006-05:002008-07-07T00:57:06.797-05:00

*The Giveaway Is Over. Thank you to all those who participated! The winner will be announced soon.*Yeah, that's right, a giveaway!I get the pleasure of hosting a giveaway for Bargain Headbands. The winner will receive the set of 3 lovely headbands pictured below. Find out more about Bargain Headbands in their IP Featurette! Please read the rules and conditions before entering.Rules and Conditions

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-50262130200769408022008-06-27T12:45:00.002-05:002008-06-27T13:12:13.384-05:00

If you're a headband fan like me, you'll absolutely flip for the huge selection of cute and stylish designs. There are so many choices, I'm sure everyone would be able to find one that fits their individual style and personality. You can find everything to silk brocades to hearts and skulls. Some headbands are even reversible so you can get twice the use out of one.Each headband is carefully hand

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-56982485126817792992008-06-25T23:04:00.003-05:002008-06-25T23:22:58.858-05:00

Everybody, meet my buddy Trisha (aka Twiggy) and she is my special buddy with a wicked amount of talent. We went to high school together and met (in art class) during my junior year (her senior year). We also had physics together (where I helped her cheat, haha). And I can honestly say that she's one of the most talented people I know.I had the pleasure of seeing her work in person, both finished

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-32915832916914460102008-06-21T16:09:00.003-05:002008-06-22T23:39:58.755-05:00

I like to read tarot cards for myself as a hobby. So I was searching around Etsy for a good journal to write my thoughts and observations. Lo and behold I came upon a "Divination" Harry Potter textbook type journal by Celestefrittata. Looking around her shop I saw other incredibly beautiful Harry Potter themed journals as well as stunning custom items for your own shop.Each pocket-sized journal

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-86286860758666154582008-06-20T16:22:00.003-05:002008-06-20T16:25:46.138-05:00

So I bought this sweet strapless dress at the thrift store today. Unfortunately the top part is slightly bigger than I am. I was in love with it, so I bought it anyways.So I'm looking around for people or tailor shops that can make it a little smaller and take in the waist a few inches.I've never had any tailor work done so I don't know what is a good price and what's ripping me off.Does anyone

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-29836731335774360542008-06-19T21:45:00.002-05:002008-06-19T21:58:13.083-05:00

I am a lip product junkie. So I picked up a tube of Roxie Lip Color by Ingero when I was searching for new lip color products on Etsy. I picked the Passion shade (the pomegranate shade is pictured above), which was described as a natural pink with a berry scent. A few days later it came in the mail.First off, I love the color. It is a natural pink with gold undertones. It makes your lips look

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-62444979103554982082008-06-19T01:25:00.006-05:002008-06-19T01:47:58.306-05:00

I've never really ran across something that I thought was copying, I know people have similar ideas but other times it's very questionable. What would you do in the situation? Inform the person being copied or just ignore it because it's really none of your business? As a seller, would you like to know?I was searching around Etsy today and I came across and item that looked incredibly similar to

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-60597773749371718592008-06-14T15:00:00.004-05:002008-06-14T15:12:42.257-05:00

I love fragrances and I can't get enough. So when I ran into BITP's huge selection of scents, I decided to give them a try. I've been looking for a lemonade type scent and saw that they carried a Raspberry Lemonade fragrance. Eagerly I purchased one roll on bottle.A few days later, I received a cute package in the mail. My roll on was packaged in a cute cellophane bag with ribbons. When I opened

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-3860982610134293902008-05-30T16:24:00.006-05:002008-06-01T18:56:34.700-05:00

In my search for lychee flavored/scented products, I ran across this lip balm from You Stink Soap. I've been looking for a balm that will soften out my dried out lips. So I decided to give it a try and I'm so glad that I did.So, I ordered myself a tube and a few days later it was eagerly waiting in my mailbox. Despite the reasonably hot weather we've been having, the balm arrived solid without

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-22211630980472074862008-05-27T11:30:00.007-05:002008-05-27T12:01:05.563-05:00

If you love things that are unique, beautiful, strange, and ultimately awesome, these items are perfect for you!Today we are featuring artwork!Mature Warning: I may have thrown in a penis or two below. Enjoy! (Yes, I enjoy these sort of things, okay...)Check out the other Unusually Awesome Series:JewelrySummer Gypsy Art Doll by ZemphiraReflections In The Old Swimmin Hole Leaf Painting by Art by

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-80784122959310359852008-05-25T22:14:00.018-05:002008-05-27T12:00:16.492-05:00

If you love things that are unique, beautiful, strange, and ultimately awesome, these items are perfect for you!Today we are featuring jewelry!Mature Warning: Some images below contain profanity, penises, and vaginas. Enjoy!Check out the other Unusually Awesome Series:ArtConversation Piece by Natalie JacobMonsters For Your Ears by Love And A SandwichThe Original Wooden Mustache Necklace by

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-85324221898691873082008-05-25T10:52:00.002-05:002008-05-25T10:56:34.295-05:00

I'm in search of advice from those who journal. I have this beautiful silver embossed black journal that's been laying around unused for years. So I've decided to put it to good use. However, I've never been really good at journaling, I write something and then I decide that I don't want it in there anymore. I usually write in pen, so erasing really isn't an option.So for all of the people out

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-23044224971070381562008-05-23T10:43:00.005-05:002008-05-27T15:23:44.794-05:00

Lately, I've seen a few topics on get paid to sites around the Etsy forums. I used to do this quite often and earned a considerable amount of extra money on the side. So here is my list of legitimate paid sites that I've tried and tested.1. Pinecone ResearchThis is one of the best get paid to sites I've ever used. You get paid $5.00 per survey and the opportunity to test new products. You can

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-30949012835204750642008-05-21T13:39:00.003-05:002008-05-21T13:44:59.807-05:00

Well, I just found out that my friend had to give his kitten away to the humane shelter because his landlord found out about him. Since they're not allowed to have pets in their apartment, it was either get rid of the kitty or get kicked out.I'm going to miss that little guy...even though he always scratched me up and begged for my food. I've never had a cat and he was the closest thing to it.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-40094712964987465732008-05-19T11:56:00.003-05:002008-05-19T12:29:22.441-05:00

There are sketchbooks, and then there are one of a kind record sketchbooks by Catch & Release. These sketchbooks are made in batches of 30, each being unique and unlike any of the others.They say you can't judge a book by the cover, but in this case the inside pages are as beautiful and unique as the cover itself. Unlike normal sketchbooks, the pages are comprised of more than just blank white

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-52625000233105731982008-05-17T12:56:00.005-05:002008-05-17T13:18:33.806-05:00

Oh no! That fish is eating a cat!!! We must save it! *calls cat rescue squad* Oh wait, false alarm it's only a cat bed cleverly disguised as a fish. For a second there I though fish were trying to take over the world.Natdesigns is the designer of these unique cat beds that will surely be the center of attention. They are foam lined for ultimate snugglebility. If only human beds were this neat,

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-924346125987712002008-05-16T14:31:00.006-05:002008-05-17T20:53:00.160-05:00

Yup. I saw this sweet layout over at Jackbook.com and decided to give it a try. It's a little different then most of the other templates I've used the past so I'm going to be working on it throughout the day. There are a few technical problems that need to be fixed as well, but all of the important things are still here.Hmm, something odd is going on. I just checked Jackbook again and it seems

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-83076842216726980712008-05-15T12:37:00.003-05:002008-05-15T14:11:33.692-05:00

Before you ask any more questions, yes those are indeed real plants in portable capsules. If you love plants or love to garden and wish you could take them with you, have no fear...Pixie Plants are here! PixiePlants are a living keychain that you can take with you anywhere! You can chose from the original PixiePlant or PixiePlant-Jellies, both of which come in a variety of plants and

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-60865849169635532872008-05-13T11:17:00.006-05:002008-05-13T12:40:22.757-05:00

This independent Irish Fashion Label is more than just clothes. Using recycled materials and unique embellishments, they combine the best of the art world with the best of the fashion world. Each piece is handmade with the most utmost eye for detail and represent the beauty of the Victorian era.They carry a variety of everyday wear and unique bridal fashions. The elegant pieces are sure to turn

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-86164362767977291682008-05-12T14:18:00.005-05:002008-05-12T14:32:58.657-05:00

Diary 2009 Project is looking for 213 participants for 2009's Diary. The book will contain 356 pages which coordinates to every day of the year, each featuring a different design. The diary will contain 356 diary pages, 8 address pages, 2 note pages, 12 month calendar, 2 intro pages, 2 year pages. The cover will be black so that it can be decorated and personalized.If you are an artist/designer/

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-4899061278783812882008-05-11T11:23:00.005-05:002008-05-12T12:46:38.917-05:00

I was digging through my drawers yesterday when I happen to stumble upon my Tarot Card deck. I have the Animals Divine set by Lisa Hunt. They're beautifully illustrated cards, but it seems that one of them has disappeared. I can no longer find V The High Priest. I remember taking it out for a reason, but I can't remember where I put it. And now I can't find it. Fortunately I heard that the

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-54583880965865961452008-05-09T13:12:00.003-05:002008-05-09T13:34:49.288-05:00

This may come as no surprise, but I love beauty products, especially lip plumpers. So when I ran across Shayna Maidel's line of lip plumping glosses and balms (which were available in sample sizes) I had to try some. And I'm glad I did.I purchased a sample sized tube of her High Heat lip plumper in Nude. It feels fantastic. I love lip plumpers that tingle. It has a wonderful cinnamon scent that

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-8650511756949814612008-05-08T15:58:00.005-05:002008-05-16T15:59:48.821-05:00

I thought of this a while ago and have decided to finally give it a try. Here's your chance to promote your latest sale or promotion on my blog. All you have to do is leave a comment on this post (and this one only) with information about your sale. I hope buyers will come back often to score some awesome deals.Rules:1. Please only promote your handmade/indie/vintage/supply shop.2. Only 1 promo

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-72489436431695749192008-05-08T00:36:00.002-05:002008-05-08T00:38:42.906-05:00

Well, finals are finally over (pun intended) and now I can get back to regular postings! Whee! I'll be off for about a month for summer "break" and then I have to return to school for my summer courses.In the meanwhile, I'll be making changes here and there on the layout until I can find one that I am happy with. I'm so indecisive, I can't make up my mind. I guess we'll see.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-18735170185288164532008-04-25T00:00:00.002-05:002008-04-25T00:03:59.859-05:00

Finals are next week and I seriously need to study. And for that I must temporary leave IP on hiatus, but don't worry, I'll be back once all my finals are over and done with.That and because I've been going through so much emotional stress lately that it's really been taking a toll on my mental and emotional health. I need some time to clear the air and hopefully none of this will get any worse.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-2643601392418992962008-04-18T12:12:00.003-05:002008-04-19T22:25:10.608-05:00

In my search for the awesomest pink mineral eyeshadow ever, I came across Coffin Color, of whom I have seen before. And lo and behold, they had the most awesomest eyeshadow ever: Mmm...Brains! When I say it is pink, boy is it pink, and I love it. It goes on so well, it blends smoothly with other colors and it lasts and lasts. I had a crying fest last night (personal stuff) and although most of my

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-78586640372550028742008-04-13T22:28:00.005-05:002008-04-14T12:27:50.644-05:00

I ran across this website where you can send fellow bloggers fun, weird, and random awards. Naturally, I want to send awards now. To receive a random blog award that you can proudly display, please leave your blog url here as well as your email address (so I can send you the award). Don't worry about getting spam in your inbox, comments containing personal information WILL NOT be published for

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-35144230968035062002008-04-04T21:39:00.003-05:002008-04-13T12:00:10.112-05:00

No, you aren't looking at a picture of crystals. You're looking at soap! Yeah, man, that's actually soap! I totally freaked out when I saw it too, it's amazing! I never would have guessed that soap could be made to look that beautiful. This is wear art and soap combine...would that be "sart"? I don't know, all I do know that is I could never bring myself to use these gorgeous soaps.In addition to

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-81950188419252227812008-03-23T15:51:00.000-05:002008-05-16T15:56:43.547-05:00

Are you a designer or the owner of an independent label? Have a supply or vintage shop? Want to get featured? Drop me a line at HTGorgeous [AT] gmail [DOT] com or send me a convo over on Etsy (http://foxbox.etsy.com). Please include your shop/blog/website links and a little information about you and/or your business and I'll get back to you shortly. If you're a blogger interested in trading links

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-24145220739559705002008-03-23T13:14:00.002-05:002008-03-23T13:17:14.874-05:00

...19 years old!Happy Birthday....to me!I'm probably just going to hang out with friends today, yup. They're planning to take me out for a big dinner. I'll probably just order desserts. It's my B-Day, I can have desserts as a meal if I want to. I'm probably going to spend some time with my "lover" too. Hint hint, wink wink. Haha.Yup.Wheeeeeeee!!!

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-4825524698803766992008-03-12T22:50:00.004-05:002008-03-12T23:46:08.154-05:00

Orion Stars is home to the infamous Bitch Away, a miracle blend of essential oils to help tame the monthly bitch within. Men can also use it to soothe muscle aches and pains.I have a bottle of this magic potion and let me tell you, it freakin' rocks. I don't use it so much for menstrual cramps, instead I use it for my Wii arm pains. You know, after a full day of playing various games on the

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-52476458368917290422008-03-09T15:47:00.002-05:002008-03-09T16:09:49.831-05:00

What do you get when you cross freshalicious* art with the comfort of a favorite t-shirt? Fashions by Sam Trout of course. Sam's shirts are a feast for the eyes. Each shirt features his own original designs and artwork displayed proudly on wearable canvases. I love how the designs are not always in the middle of the shirt, it creates a pathway for your eyes to enjoy. Sure, you can be lazy and say

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-86035515181802196922008-03-04T22:34:00.004-06:002008-03-14T23:14:37.637-05:00

I've been thinking about getting a new blog layout since the current one is incompatible with IE. I found this nice one from Jackbook.com (click here to view the demo site).So I need your votes, should I keep this one or change it to the brown aspire template? You can leave a comment here or vote in the poll to the left.Thanks again!UPDATE: The poll is over! It was a 50/50 run, so I'll probably

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-77531430568584176142008-03-01T15:16:00.004-06:002008-03-01T15:31:18.740-06:00

The Pear Project is your one stop shop for all things Indie. They scour the world looking for the latest and greatest wares to share. The Pear Project is a small business run out of North Carolina dedicated to providing artisan goods for everyday life. A sample of their selections include purses, fine art, home decor, stationery and more. Each item that makes it into their shop goes through a

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-16876200750575078292008-02-22T17:18:00.002-06:002008-02-22T17:20:33.793-06:00

IP will be on hiatus for a few days because I simply haven't been feeling well for the past few days/weeks. I think it's the illness that's been going around here lately. When I feel better, things will be back to usual.For everyone I promised to feature, don't worry, you will be featured when I'm feeling better.Thanks for understanding.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-51021387970207859252008-02-02T17:54:00.000-06:002008-02-02T18:10:31.534-06:00

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Amy Yang, the designer and creator of Bella's Boutique, and I must say that her products are amazing! She creates a variety of wares from cellphone charms to pocket albums (which are so neat, if I say so myself).Let's start with the pocket albums. They are miniature accordion albums stored in a matching altered tin. How sweet is that? You can tote you

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-56062633076607098312008-01-27T18:21:00.001-06:002008-02-02T17:53:45.140-06:00

Let's see how many of you have absolutely fithly minds. I for one am ASHAMED. XD If you youtube search Mauricio Ricardo, you can see some of his other videos.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-37334389167842218212008-01-21T23:50:00.000-06:002008-01-24T18:55:18.750-06:00

Is your life dull? Does your wardrobe need a hint of sass and spice? Do I sound like an infomercial? If you said yes to previous of the questions, then head on over to Luii, the home of super fashionable handbags. Each handbag is handmade by the owner and designer Janice Chan (get it, HANDbag, HANDmade...hurrr, I'm a dork).I love the Lydia Clutch (first image above), it's so sweet! The fabric

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-8245371424230751602008-01-15T22:44:00.000-06:002008-01-15T23:05:31.636-06:00

If you're looking for cute in all shapes and sizes, So Softies is the place to be. She carries a variety of neat items to satisfy any occasion; shirts, stationery, amigurumi dolls, and more.My favorites are the paper goods. I'm a paper junkie, I love journals, notecards, memo pads, etc! And I hoard them away because I never seem to have the courage to use them up. So Softies really doesn't make

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-17382063009928985342008-01-13T22:59:00.000-06:002008-01-13T23:03:17.303-06:00

Apparently this blog is perfect for people who read at the genius level. Hmmm. I wonder how they calculated that. On the bright side, if you're here reading this, you're a genius!How did your blog do?

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-80529127838583039472008-01-10T19:55:00.000-06:002008-01-10T20:05:57.541-06:00

Today my friend took me to her favorite thrift store, Et Cetera, here in college town and I scored a sweet leopard print purse for $0.50! I've been looking for a nice leopard print bag forever, but I never really found one that I liked...until now. Inside it has a large compartment separated into two by a zippered compartment. On the outside it has an organizer for IDs, credit cards, check book,

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-46362662229981225512008-01-09T20:46:00.000-06:002008-01-09T20:59:16.776-06:00

Remember the bliss that came with opening up a book and POP, out comes a pop-up picture? Yeah, I know you do...don't lie. Pop up books are awesome! And now you can share the glee when you send them a pop-up card by Tracy Chong!She creates a variety of intricately cut cards to fit all occasions, birthdays, anniversaries, thank yous and random messages. You can choose from animals, anatomically

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-60761542418680197862008-01-07T13:25:00.000-06:002008-01-07T13:48:23.697-06:00

The name pretty much sums it up. Created with Swarovski crystals, each piece shines with the brilliance that can only come from handcrafted jewelry.If you knew me, you would know that I love things that shine and shimmer (in moderation). And these pieces only encourage my obsession. It's times like these that make me wish I had pierce ears. But, alas, I don't have pierced ears (and I don't plan

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-5126923881589816732008-01-04T13:58:00.000-06:002008-01-07T20:24:11.330-06:00

Say no to fur, but say yes to these cute animal scarfs by Wooscarf! These are perfect for the animal lover in you (or in your life). They come in a wide variety of animals including owls, penguins, unicorns, pandas, dinosaurs, and much more! Now your favorite animal can keep your neck nice and toasty during the ice cold temperatures.Each scarf is handmade to order (please allow 7-10 days). Don't

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-3084139313595604902008-01-01T11:30:00.000-06:002008-01-01T11:53:23.314-06:00

Take a little bit of modern flare, add a dash of vintage charm, and together they will form the Jewelry that is Brooke Marton. Head to her shop and you'll be amazed at her gorgeous jewelry, colorful earrings, elegant necklaces, and charming bracelets.I absolutely love her color choices, the pieces are vibrant, eye-catching, and oh-so beautiful. One of my favorite pieces is her Lifesaver Bracelet

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-35488584385028775622007-12-29T15:15:00.000-06:002007-12-29T15:19:00.554-06:00

My mom made some homemade-from-scratch soy milk today for the first time in years. Mmm. I have forgotten how much I love soy milk. I used to drink it by the gallons when I was little. I'm not sure how she makes it or what goes into it, but it takes about a day to complete the entire process.I usually drink soy milk on it's own, but I've heard it that goes well in cereal. I'm not much of a cereal

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-85645179459808788682007-12-27T19:57:00.000-06:002007-12-27T22:16:37.493-06:00

I just went with a friend to the Asian Supermarket today and bought a few snacks and candy. Mmm. Yummy. So if you're ever in an Asian Supermarket, I highly recommend the following candy. You can buy these candies online too, but they're usually more expensive online versus getting them at a store.Kasugai Gummy CandyThese fruit flavored gummies are delicious. The flavors are very true to the fruit

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-28648801477782854962007-12-21T14:37:00.000-06:002007-12-21T14:45:21.699-06:00

I just got my grades for my first semester in college. I didn't do as well as I thought. Although the grades aren't terribly bad (most of my classmates did the same or worse), they are still lower than my usual work. I'm just a little upset about it and disappointed at myself. I plan on retaking the courses again either during the summer or next year to try and get a better grade. *sigh*So if I

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-67736979570160837442007-12-17T11:12:00.000-06:002007-12-17T11:31:13.417-06:00

No, we're not dining in a Japanese restaurant. You're actually looking at handcrafted Sushi necklaces by Principessa Twinz, created by twins Ann & Michy. Looks good enough to eat doesn't it? The meal even includes a drink! Although I don't really like eating fish, there's something about sushi that intrigues me. It's a must have for any sushi lover.In addition to realistic sushi necklaces,

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-11374615099922540942007-12-16T02:42:00.001-06:002007-12-16T14:28:29.737-06:00

Although most of the people who visit Indie Pretty are familiar to Etsy, there are probably those who have never heard of the website. So to those people here is a tutorial on how to purchase and pay for things on Etsy. Please note that you are required to register before you can purchase items.1. As you can see Etsy is composed of many individual shops. Think of it as an online shopping mall of

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-7306097492489382692007-12-13T20:45:00.000-06:002007-12-13T20:54:31.438-06:00

1. Scratch-N-Sniff Stickers2. Juice Boxes3. The original "Doug" cartoon (not the Disney one).4. Dunk-a-roos5. Hey Arnold6. Naptime at school7. Lunchables8. Easter egg hunts9. Puppet shows10. Playing "House"11. Play foodWhat are some of the things you miss?

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-16215356623401876172007-12-11T12:12:00.000-06:002007-12-11T12:26:26.860-06:00

If you love the beauty of cakes, but always end up eating it all, grab a miniature cake from Tooth Fairy Miniature! They're made out of polymer clay and will last much longer. I am simply amazed at the amount of intricate detail on each and every one of her miniature creations.Each one of her cakes are created by hand with no molds used. Each flower, cake, and other decorations were created from

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-27354188025209276202007-12-09T18:16:00.001-06:002007-12-10T00:25:09.211-06:00

Randomize me captain!Yeah, sounds exciting doesn't it? Well, it is. To your left you'll see a box that says, "Show me a shop!" Click on it and it'll take you to a randomly selected Etsy (and a few off Etsy) shops! Neat, huh? There are currently over 200 different shops in the randomizer, it's a great way to discover a new place to spend your money.If you have an indie shop and would like your

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-41391167050447128012007-12-08T11:45:00.000-06:002007-12-16T01:32:25.300-06:00

Although the supplies in this shop are not handmade, this shop rocks my world! After all, everyone could use some awesome supplies. Sofia sells all sorts of super cute stationery and supplies straight from Japan. You probably can't get all of the kawaii-ness (cuteness) that she has to offer anywhere else outside of Japan.From Japan With Love carries notepads, fun glue, awesome puffy stickers,

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-36627108275487371212007-12-06T19:37:00.000-06:002007-12-09T23:41:53.022-06:00

You know what? I'm a nerd (surprise surprise!). I'm a big Legend of Zelda nerd, so it's only natural that would be drawn to artisans who create Zelda themed work. Tiffany Bell's creations have become my new obsession. Her LoZ Lon Lon Milk Bottle charms are so cute! It makes me smile with girly glee. I love the Ocarina of Time game, which is where the Lon Lon Milk comes from. Yay! *squee*In

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-49081124598055004522007-12-05T14:00:00.000-06:002007-12-05T14:05:08.640-06:00

Have you ever had a memory that you aren't sure actually happened?I do. There's this particular memory from my childhood that I'm not really sure actually happened. It's so vague that it could have been just a dream. Most of my memories are very clear and accurate, so it is very unusual that I would have a memory with so little detail. A part of me wants to believe that it actually happened

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-23984843459298661262007-12-03T18:56:00.000-06:002007-12-03T20:44:53.831-06:00

Can you believe that the pieces above where hand thrown?! Yes, hand thrown! I have difficulty making a simple bowl and Kim Westad can create such gorgeous pieces like these. I'll never cease to amaze me to find such talent. I love the Whirl serving dish (last picture), although the only person I'd be serving is me. It's fun, beautiful, and all around awesome. It reminds me of a nautilus!With a

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-12076421872991239652007-11-30T11:12:00.001-06:002007-12-02T23:32:21.697-06:00

I probably will not be updating Indie Pretty for the next 2 weeks because I have to study for my first college finals. Please excuse this minor hiatus, but rest assured that things will pick up again after the dreaded finals weeks is over. However I may post new things every now and then if I have some extra time.I'm scared.I need a hug. And a rice krispie treat (oh wait, I have one of those)

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-34201473006155058052007-11-27T10:29:00.000-06:002007-11-27T10:39:34.412-06:00

I love purses, that I do. But I'm very picky and I have difficulty finding a bag that I really like. Recently I ran accross Paco+Lupe designs and discovered her gorgeous handmade handbags. My favorite is the Paris Cafe Stripes bag (first picture above). I want it. But I'm broke, so I'm passing this on in hopes that some one else will get the pleasure of having this awesome bag.In addition to

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-82725566139544107962007-11-24T13:30:00.001-06:002007-11-24T13:32:43.459-06:00

Aren't these kitties hilarious? They probably do talk about this stuff when our backs are turned.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-55034556606282160712007-11-21T15:55:00.000-06:002007-11-21T16:17:02.740-06:00

Oh no! Your cat ate your cell phone! But wait, this isn't an ordinary cat it's a cell phone cozy by Birdona Fern Studio. And don't worry about your cell phone, this special kitty is keeping it safe and warm just for you. What's better is that you can go around showing people your ridiculously awesome cozy. A definite must have for the animal lover on the go.These cell phone critters are hand sewn

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-11390313757894810212007-11-17T14:41:00.000-06:002007-11-17T19:59:44.090-06:00

In all my time at etsy, I've never seen a seller whose jewelry is as beautiful as her heart. The three pieces you see above came from Morning Glory Designs' Angels In The Parlor collection, when you purchase one of these pieces 100% of the proceeds will go towards buying supplies for her jewelry-making classes for cancer patients undergoing treatments.They are absolutely beautiful pieces at very

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-12456029190471212742007-11-16T13:07:00.000-06:002007-11-16T13:22:19.885-06:00

You know what? I love stationery and paper goods and it always surprises me to see how many talented paperie artists there are on Etsy. A Punkin Card Company is no exception, they have an assortment of beautiful hand stamped cards and tags. Each card is hand stamped on high quality card stock. Each card is like a miniature piece of artwork, to go!To be honest, I'm rather selfish with my

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-38607510423081389232007-11-14T14:12:00.000-06:002007-11-14T17:41:54.897-06:00

If you're still in search for a great gift for the jewelry lover in your life, then you should stop by Charms n Trinkets and see what they have to offer. There's an assortment of beautiful earrings, necklaces, and rings embellished with fun and beautiful imagery. A few of the pendants are created from vintage Scrabble pieces, making each piece fun and unique.In addition to the lovely piece of

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-2217310642925014202007-11-12T14:02:00.000-06:002007-11-12T14:15:32.916-06:00

Sometimes it's all about presentation. What better way to present your awesome (or not so awesome) gift than with couture gift wrap by Erin Ruth so you can impress the best. This isn't your normal gift wrap, this gift wrap is people who want more sophisticated packaging. They look like they just came straight out of Vogue.The gift wrap doesn't have to stick to covering presents, they can be used

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-56385090059461168662007-11-09T10:51:00.000-06:002007-11-09T11:37:21.293-06:00

For those who love old school gaming, Lost Mitten is here to feed your needs. The first image above was a custom order for me, a Super Mario Mushroom ring and a Legend of Zelda Link ring. And they are awesome! The rings are adjustable and even though I have very small fingers, I found that they fit exceptionally well. They are well made and so freaking awesome!But you know what else is awesome?

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-55833381286207439282007-11-07T11:08:00.000-06:002007-11-07T11:23:44.300-06:00

Hey guys, wanna draw some attention to your midsection in a positive way (not like that, you perv)? Ladies, do you need a place to store your lipgloss, cash, and small trinkets without having to carry around a bag? Never fear, PeachCult is here with their fantabulous case belt buckles.You heard right, they're belt buckles* that double as a storage case! Purses get in the way and it is

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-81737429966136017892007-11-06T10:55:00.000-06:002007-11-06T10:58:29.735-06:00

A lol cat to brighten up your day.*cough*ImaZeldafreak*cough*Note, this isn't my cat. I'm not worthy enough to have a cat this awesome.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-54610029345519959312007-11-05T11:02:00.000-06:002007-11-07T11:23:22.180-06:00

I was never into the whole barrette scene, that is until I found Tia's Treasures. The beauty of her barrettes swept me off my feet, they are simply gorgeous.In addition to pre-made barrettes you can also purchase a custom made barrette to suit your style and personality. She will work with you to design your perfect barrette, everything from the colors, materials, and design.Each barrette is

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-7579476681245380872007-11-02T11:38:00.000-05:002007-11-02T12:12:51.564-05:00

Take a trip back in time through the gorgeous artwork and creations of Natural Historie. You can find stationery and prints that hold the charm of a bygone era. Each piece is hand crafted with careful attention to detail and quality like none other. The stationery is so beautiful that you may not be able to bring yourself to use it. But it doesn't stop there, even the packaging and presentation

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-87943986754956573462007-10-31T10:58:00.000-05:002007-10-31T11:17:23.275-05:00

If you love stationery, then Modern Printed Matter is here to please. They carry a wide assortment of beautifully handcrafted notebooks, personalized cards, art prints, and more. Each piece features gorgeous modern artwork that is sure to please.I personally think that some of their stationery products are just too beautiful to use. I want to use them, but I just can't bare the thought of giving

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-4441739020700190752007-10-30T14:19:00.000-05:002007-10-30T19:15:09.181-05:00

I just finished enrolling for the spring semester. I will have 18 credit hours, oy. But it's okay, right now I only have 14 hours and I have a lot of free time.Here's my spring schedule, in no particular order:BIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS LECTUREBIOLOGICAL CONCEPTS LABGENERAL CHEMISTRY II LECTUREGENERAL CHEMISTRY II LABENGLISH COMPOSITION IIUNITED STATES HISTORYAMERICAN GOVERNMENT & POLITICSSounds fun,

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-75904086188431380572007-10-29T12:21:00.000-05:002007-10-29T12:31:54.983-05:00

I recently purchase one of the new ipod nanos, so naturally I wanted a nice case to go with it. However at the time cases for the 3rd generation nanos were very limited. That's when I ran into Voododoll's shop. She had a really cute strawberry pvc case for the larger ipod classics, but she also does custom orders. And so I requested a custom made strawberry case for my nano, and I couldn't be any

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-11308352642469167402007-10-26T11:20:00.001-05:002007-10-31T01:47:28.794-05:00

Don't worry, he's not dead. Infact he's only taking a nap on one of Mutti Rimek's Red Velvet Pooled Blood Pillows! They make the perfect headrest for those with a dark sense of humor. These pillows are a real head turner, they add flare to everyday boring pillows. Each pillow has a unique shape to create a realistic looking crime scene.After trick-or-treating, or just plain partying, these

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-86541770198969201642007-10-24T00:15:00.001-05:002007-10-30T18:04:37.367-05:00

Although they are technically cellphone/mp3 player pouches, do not call them that. They are Fambees!You see that ridiculously awesome Link Fambee in the first picture? It's MINE! Grrr! Mine! Custom made for FoxBox (me!) along with a few other Legend of Zelda loving people too. I love it so much! The hero of time protects my ipod and my cell phone (my cell has a Triforce cellphone charm! ...yes...

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-85940141311395721442007-10-22T10:59:00.000-05:002007-10-22T11:49:00.650-05:00

I love pineapple scented things so I set foot to find the perfect pineapple fragrance. Before long I found Addicted To Scent's etsy shop filled with all sorts of handcrafted perfumes in cute little bottles including pineapple! It was very reasonably priced so I purchased it wondering what it smelled like.Let me tell you, it smells fantastic! I love it and my mother loves it too! The scent brings

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-60195749083814723262007-10-19T12:49:00.000-05:002007-10-19T12:58:30.755-05:00

Yeah you know those days when your hair looks absolutely horrible, don't pretend like you haven't. BKM Hattitude has the right fix for you. With stylish hats that are the perfect addition to almost any wardrobe they are sure to please. Their motto is "Hats are like friends...they never go out of style."My favorite hat of theirs is the Blink hat (the houndstooth hat above). It's so freakin'

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-84851319791497244532007-10-18T15:07:00.000-05:002007-10-18T17:24:24.127-05:00

...and dropped of my new FLY Fusion Pentop Computer from BzzAgent! I'm so excited, the software is installing now! *happy dance* I can't wait to test it out. I ordered it to help me with college, you know...notetaking, test prep, and sheer entertainment. ^_^ Too bad the softwares available are aimed towards middle/highschool students. I could really use some advanced calculus and chemistry

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-38144584558093044302007-10-17T11:12:00.000-05:002007-10-17T11:14:27.366-05:00

Do you remember that sunset? The one so beautiful that you wished you could take it home with you in a bottle? Well now you can.Easy Being Green has created solar powered sunlight in a jar. Because it is solar powered it's a great piece for the eco-conscious mind. You can choose from a clear glow or an amber glow. The jars don't require anything to plug in and they don't produce heat so it's okay

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-16136484878920881902007-10-15T11:08:00.001-05:002007-10-21T13:29:07.359-05:00

Look at the Dino Shrug pictured above and tell me that's not the awesomest shrug you've ever seen. I want it...bad. I want to wear it to my Chemistry classes and sit in the front row with the hood up, I want to run around campus and pretend I'm a dinosaur. Yes, I know I'm weird you don't need to rub it in.One day, one day.Until then I hope that other people can joy the fantastic fashions by

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-5241763012757806132007-10-14T14:02:00.000-05:002007-10-14T14:06:24.996-05:00

What are your favorite things to shop for online? Clothing, jewelry, toys, bath and beauty, paper goods, home decor, etc?My favorite things to shop for are bath and beauty goods. I like buying new perfumes, makeup, soap, etc. I recently purchased some Pineapple dry oil body spray from The Scenter of your Universe.

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-23116817720995248412007-10-12T12:09:00.000-05:002007-10-13T17:25:27.122-05:00

Analiese Designs features hand crafted polymer clay pendants embellished with beautiful imagery at a very reasonable price. They also have other pieces of wonderful jewelry. You can also purchase chains and chords of all kinds separately.But the best part are the custom image pendants and accessories. You can have the image or photo of your choice created into a pendant, brooch, magnet, or

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-71779939442399052922007-10-11T22:09:00.000-05:002007-10-16T19:29:14.909-05:00

It's blogroll time!Do you have an Indie or Craft blog? If so would you like to exchange blog links? I'll post your link on my blog, you post my link on your blog, like the whole back scratching thing.If you would like to exchange links please leave a comment with your blog URL. If you also have an Etsy/Mintd/Indie shop please leave a link to your store as well, I'd love to check it out! ^_^Thank

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-2031176180048719892007-10-10T12:37:00.001-05:002007-10-10T22:16:30.237-05:00

If you're looking for beautiful and sophisticated cards and gift tags to brighten up a gift then Mulberry Muse might be what you're looking for. They carry an assortment of beautifully created gift tags and note cards.I personally think they're just too pretty to actually use, so I'm sure that whoever is the lucky receiver of one of these cards will want to hold on to them. Perhaps if they enjoy

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-40440420016589056782007-10-08T14:01:00.001-05:002007-10-08T14:23:12.758-05:00

If you're looking for jewelry to compliment your glam rock style might I suggest Jewelry by Tara. My favorite piece is her Key To My Heart vintage necklace (first picture above).Or if you're looking for something more amusing may I suggest her "mature" necklaces? I can't tell you what it is but if you look through her shop and find the items marked "mature" you'll get to see it. I love it! It

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-65914087674521403252007-10-06T19:56:00.000-05:002007-10-07T21:37:05.743-05:00

I'm currently in search for a good (and inexpensive) bento box. I like the two tiered ones because they can hold more food.Does anybody know of any good online stores with a large selection of bento boxes besides eBay? I've tried Amazon but they didn't really have much. I found Sugar Charms which has a few boxes and accessories as well as J-Box. I just found a Hello Kitty one that I want from

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-34302665853943826722007-10-05T11:33:00.000-05:002007-10-05T11:48:50.428-05:00

Hee-yah! Add some kick to your style with fun pouches, buttons, headbands and more by Kung Fu Cowgirl.Her pouches are created from cute fabrics that are sure to put a smile on your face. I love the mushroom pouch pictured above. The bright colors and the natural beauty of mushrooms just makes me happy. The Milk and Cookies buttons are perfect for a foodie like me who loves cute accessories. To

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-50621571260350782252007-10-03T11:05:00.000-05:002007-10-05T20:22:01.061-05:00

If you love cute surprises you'll go head over heals for Eskimimi's Pocket Pets. You'll get a randomly* selected adoption pack which includes a pet, adoption certificate, and background information about your pet. There are over 150 different pets available in various colors. The squid is my favorite. I love squids, I don't know why but there is just something so fascinating about them.One out of

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-49521919963343326782007-10-01T14:05:00.000-05:002007-10-12T12:21:34.891-05:00

I recently purchased a rainbow pendant* from Imogen (first picture above) and it is fantastic! It's cute and adds oomph to my outfit. The pendant is very light and I can hardly feel it on my neck which makes it very comfortable. The packaging was cute and professional too. The pendant matches perfectly with my favorite shirts. I'll probably be heading back when the holiday season gets closer. I

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-69064451170370037552007-09-28T15:41:00.000-05:002007-10-03T16:27:24.192-05:00

Step away from ordinary stuffed animals and plushies and step into the world of My Paper Crane.Created by Heidi Kenney, My Paper Crane features artwork and some of the most adorable food-based plushies ever created. You can choose from milk cartons, donuts, bread (the bread plushies are my favorite) and more. Each made by hand and stuffed with love. The pictures above don't do any justice, they

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-83941828175896163232007-09-26T16:16:00.000-05:002007-10-12T14:35:37.104-05:00

Toss out your plain boring cellphone cases and switch to AmigurumiKawaii's hand crocheted Sushi Cellphone Cases. These cases are 3"x 2.25" are the perfect size for cellphones and Ipod Nanos to tote around in style. I can honestly say that I've seen a lot of cellphone cases but none quite as fun and unique as these sushi cases.You can choose from Ebi (shrimp) or Tamago (egg) Sushi Case Styles;

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-10442120320974332132007-09-24T14:18:00.000-05:002007-10-02T19:51:42.808-05:00

Luster Jewelry and Accessories is the embodiment of the Kawaii Rock spirit. Her pieces are bright, colorful, and a delight for the eyes. You can find anything from gummy bear bracelets, cute lolita chokers, to delicious fruit necklaces and much much more.But I must warn you, you may want to set a spending limit or else you'd want to buy out the whole store (I know I would). I have my eye on quite

Christinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8900662894352004793.post-7923896254669162952007-09-23T18:49:00.001-05:002007-12-08T12:09:55.623-06:00

Welcome to Indie Pretty! What exactly is Indie Pretty you ask. Well, it's a blog dedicated to kawaii (cute) hand crafted accessories made by artisans across the world, we also feature awesome supply shops too! Live out your Kawaii Rock sense of style.What is Kawaii Rock you ask, well it's the term I use for brightly colored accessories that usually involve cute depictions of people, food, or

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