Hotel Rooms and Handmade Favorites!

While I hate being apart from Jason for 4 nights, I do have to say that I LOVE nice hotel rooms. They're just so well-appointed and clutter-free. Our rooms when we come to these classes are always just right. I can check-in in minutes, find my room and get everything situated in about 15 minutes. That's wonderful! Isn't this room great? Yes, the laptop was set up first and yes, those are my weights on the TV dresser. I've got to get some kind of workout while I'm here!!




And pillows! I could live on these beds!! I wonder if you can buy these pillows somewhere...off to google! Lol!!





It's been a while, but I have not lost my desire to search out and share my favorite handmade items with you. I am going to do my best to get back on track and get this out on a weekly basis again. I'll be doing things right from here on out and seeking permission from the creator/seller to feature their items on my blog. I'm extremely grateful for those that have already given me their permission.

NOW, on to the goodies!! This week's theme, in keeping with the Christmas season, is Christmas Accessories. I searched high and low and found the best that Etsy had to offer in this category. I love the spirit of Christmas and am all-too-happy to display that love for everyone to see. These are the items I found that would best serve that purpose.


The first item is this fabulous Holly For the Holidays fused glass pendant by jochris12. I love that she took this, in my opinion, vintage imagery and combined it with such a modern form of art to create a very beautiful pendant. It is a very whimsical yet elegant piece. Bravo!


Image used with permission from Sheryl @ jochris12's Etsy Shop.


WashedUpMermaid crafts these beautiful Holiday Berry Headbands to order. They are so unexpected and I just adore them! The look is definitely elegant enough for the holiday party and yet whimsical enough to get you noticed. They look like a high-quality item that would survive many Christmas gatherings. She has several other gorgeous designs, but the one I've featured here is by far my favorite. (So, if you haven't purchased a present for me yet, now's your chance!! Wink, wink!)


Image used with permission from Katie @ WashedUpMermaid's Etsy Shop.


Next is this wonderful Christmas and New Year ArT SS Charm Bracelet by LifeTravelsDesigns. If you've read just one of my handmade favorites features, you know that I adore charm bracelets, the chunkier the better. And you probably know I have high standards for handmade jewelry as well. This is definitely a high-quality, one of a kind piece and you can tell that the artist takes her time crafting her jewelry. I love the vintage images and charms on this bracelet. This is definitely a beautiful accessory that is right up my alley!


Image used with permission from Wendy @ Life Travels Designs.


I rarely post earrings on my feature because, well, I usually just stick to my James Avery heart posts. If I had these earrings in my jewelry wardrobe, they would be worn frequently. If you visit the Etsy store, Neebu, you'll find several color combinations of this style of earrings. I'd love a pair in every color, but I selected the Holly pair because of their Christmas colors. They are made from rutilated quartz, garnets and chrome diopside and are just breathtaking. (On a side note, she's another Texan and I really would love to support and promote more Texas artists!)


Image used with permission from Claire @ Neebu.


It takes quite an artist to take some Christmasey poinsettia fabric and turn it into an elegant handbag. That's just what was crafted by LillyLeisureVille. This Poinsettia Holiday Handbag has much more class than I could imagine if I just saw a bolt of this sitting on a fabric store shelf. Again, this piece is high-quality and you can tell the maker paid close attention to detail. I would love to have this bag in my holiday collection. (Also, another Texan! Woohoo!)


Image used with permission from Sharon @ LillyLeisureVille.


Once again, I bring you a work of art from the queen of charm bracelets, poetsummer. Her Retro Christmas photo charm bracelet is the perfect blend of vintage images, Christmas cheer and sparkle. She continues to dazzle me with her work. I love that she used softer colors than what's expected. The soft pink and delicate green are just gorgeous. I will own one of her bracelets one day.


Image used with permission from Carrie @ poetsummer.


Last, but not least is this adorable set by amyheart. This Holly Jolly patchwork set comes with a tote bag, an eyeglass case, cell phone case, key fob and a cosmetic bag. Talk about your one-stop shopping! This would have been the perfect gift for so many on my list this year! From the pictures in her shop, you can tell that her sewing skills are top-notch and that she really puts the perfect finishing touches on her items. For example, there are SIX pockets inside the tote! What a wonderful set!


Image used with permission from Lauretta @ amyheart.


So, that's it for this week. I just love all the handmade goodness you can find out there. Thank you so much to each and every one of my featured artists for allowing me to showcase your wares! I'll be back next week and my theme will be "The Nativity". I'd love to feature some of your favorite items as well, so if you find one, send me a comment and maybe you'll see it in my next post!

As always, thanks for reading and good night!