Handmade Favorites: Happy 4th of July!!

I had great intentions of doing a spectacular 4th of July post complete with new handmade favorites resplendent with patriotism.  Fortunately for me, but unfortunately for the blog, Bunny's Papaw & Mimi were here for a visit and we were just too busy having fun to stop and post.  So, I'm recycling my patriotic favorites post from November1, 2008.  Sorry about that.

Prior to the busyness that consumed my week, though, I was able to secure permission from two fabulous Etsy shop owners to share their patriotic handmade goodness, so I'll show you those first and the proceed to plagiarize myself.

The first item of patriotic awesomeness is this leather cuff bracelet by Diana from dgierat on Etsy.  Isn't it amazing?  I love the cuff's namesake rustic quality and that it is a unisex piece.  Diana also informed me that this exact bracelet will be featured in Jennifer Aniston's new movie, "Wanderlust", (which looks hilarious, by the way).  How awesomesauce is that?!  I'm guessing her sales are going to blow up as soon as movie goers discover her!  (Not to mention the flood of customers that will come from this blog post!)  ;)

Image used with permission from Diana at dgierat.

The next handmade item is the American Tutu from All Tulled Up.  Justine, the store owner and product-maker is a dear online friend.  Bunny actually has a tutu that Justine made for us before she started up her Etsy store and it is ADORABLE!!  I can personally vouch that her products are well-made and of high quality, not to mention the great prices!  She also makes ribbon hairbows, polymer clay figures that are amazing in their detail, cake toppers, and more.  Be on the lookout for more of her great handmade products featured here in the future. 

Now, back to that awesome tutu.  I just love the bright, patriotic colors and the sparkle on the waistband and hairbow.  Any little girl would be ten times more adorable in this set!!

Image used with permission from Justine at All Tulled Up.

And now, let's reminisce a bit about November 2008, shall we?  I have to note that this was before I was conscientious enough to seek permission from the creators to feature their objects, so if you made something featured here, please accept my apologies for not contacting you then!!



"For this week's installment of my handmade favorites, I've decided to honor the upcoming election with a patriotic theme. My prayer is that the American public will choose the best leaders for our country.


So, here we go!


This week's first favorite is this GORGEOUS Patriotic Box crafted by westcorinthstudio. It is a phenomenal piece of art!





The next item is this awesome cross. What a great item by DCStuff to show of both your patriotism and faith.





Next is this Pledge of Allegiance plaque by lauriesherrell. There are so many things I love about this, but most importantly is that we are One Nation Under GOD!!





I also chose this patriotic chunky bracelet! The obsession from last week continues. Poetsummer really captures the American spirit with this one and I love the vintage images!





This acrylic Little Liberty Cuff by GetPersonalArt is so fab. It is mod and patriotic and quasi-gaudy at the same time (note the swarovski bling!)





I love the candy sprinkled resin bracelet by retrocafeart. Resin is one of those mediums I'm dying to try and she does it perfectly. Bravo!





Last, but certainly not least, is this delicious-looking cake by Whipped Bakeshop. I love that it looks like fireworks! This is pure awesome!





Since I included a cake both weeks so far, I think I'll make sure to include some type of food item for every week. I have no clue what next week's theme will be, so tune in to find out! I hope you enjoyed this as much as I did!"

Day Eighteen: Whatever Tickles Your Fancy; Patriotic Favorites 2

Independence Day weekend is coming up fast! Do you have any plans?! I do and I can't wait to get them under way. I understand we have a lot of rain in the forecast all over Texas, but that won't dampen our celebration, will it?

The Fourth of July is an important holiday to MM and I, so in honor of that, I've scoured the internet for some more Patriotic Handmade Favorites. Here they are:


Cute stars by Lisa Bees Craft and Design.




This Anchors Away Apron is just an adorable find by Phormas.




The statement necklace by Rosy Posy Designs is a stunner!




I want this patriotic trinket box by Sister Butterfly on my kitchen counter right this instant!!




Check out this Patriotic Feather Tree by MaryImp. I think it would look great in our bay window.




This Satin Clutch is just gawgeous and would be great for July 4th celebrations as well as a cocktail party, so it does double-duty! It's by Bead Flora.




I think MM would love to have this flag-inspired House Marker by Mosaic Smith out on the front patio. I would, too. Isn't it great?




Seeing these ADORABLE shoes makes me want to go have a baby RIGHT. NOW. Jewelry and Baby Bling by Dara certainly knows how to make a cute pair of baby Converse Hi-Tops a-freakin'-mazing! I'm picturing chubby baby legs and cute white bloomers under a jean skirt. Awwwwww....




This Patriotic Lover's Heart by Lover's Heart is probably my favorite out of all the items I found. It's appeal is in its simplicity.




It wouldn't be a Handmade Favorites feature without some form of sweet treat and this July 4th-inspired birthday cake by Pink Cake Box certainly fits the bill. Isn't it too cute?! Be sure to check out their other cakes, they're full of awesomeness!


Well, that's another day down on the 30-Day Meme. I linked to all of the web stores of the featured items today, so be sure to click away and see what other goodies they sell! Also, here's the original "Patriotic Favorites" post from November 2008 for you to peruse; there were some awesome items in that post as well!