Crushing on Etsy

Crushing on Etsy

January 12th, 2011 @ 11:20 am by Mrs. Tartlet
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Etsy is an online community of artisans with a focus on the handmade and vintage. Think of it as a global arts-and-crafts fair that runs 24/7. This website has been a priceless resource, giving me access to unique items that I otherwise wouldn’t have had access to, like this alphabet rolling stamp that Mrs. Stripes also used.

I love the idea of being able to “support local,” and I think these items will add a lot of personality to our overall look! Some other fabulous Etsy finds include custom illustrations by franceslovesyou, also known hereabouts as Mrs. Gummi Bear.

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Vintage, upcycled chalkboards from ShabbyChalks are of great quality, and I’m still on the hunt for just the right ones to round out our reception decor:

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While I didn’t purchase anything I’m listing below, I’m still sorely tempted. These delicate, unique headpieces from mignonnehandmade could have been pulled from A Midsummer Night’s Dream:

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Custom hangers from lilafrances have made their rounds on the wedding blog-o-sphere, and I still love seeing photos of them:

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I could wear one of these oversized hair pieces from myrakim (also known as Twigs & Honey) on a daily basis, right?

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Shoe accessories? What a brilliant idea! Check out these little bouquets for your feet from B. Poetic. They’re a great way to add some pop to your shoes, and there are a plethora of DIY tutorials out there (Ruffled, Mrs. Beagle, and Green Wedding Shoes, just to name a few).

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Did you know about Etsy before you started planning your wedding? Share some of your favorite finds with us!

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19 Responses to “Crushing on Etsy”

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Miss Oatmeal (message) 221 posts, Helper bee

Oh, we all love Etsy! My most recent post shows off one of my favorite purchases: necklaces for my bridesmaids!

1/12/11 @ 11:26 am (reply)

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PitBulLover (message) 8,314 posts, Bee Keeper

I love that chalkboard - so much so I might even want one for my house!! And I love the personalized hangers too!

1/12/11 @ 11:41 am (reply)

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osprey (message) 138 posts, Blushing bee

I love etsy now, but I hadn’t heard of it until I was engaged and found weddingbee. So far I’ve only bought three things from there, but I have my eye on a few others.

1/12/11 @ 11:43 am (reply)

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toopeas (message) 160 posts, Blushing bee

I had no clue what Etsy was until I got engaged, now I can’t live without it. Some of my recent purcased have been from Whiskerworks for photo booth props, great quality, Loboheme she make such beautiful hair pieces and my favorite so far has been my Mr. & Mrs. Forks from Beachhouseliving they are stunning. Etsy is a place I will visit long after I am married!

1/12/11 @ 11:54 am (reply)

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KaleighM (message) 5 posts, Newbee

i found 10West for my bridesmaids gifts (I am giving them simple necklaces to wear for the wedding.)

Sew Whimsey to get hair flowers as gifts for my flower girls

SeaOfGlass for vintage and antique jars for centerpieces

I purchased my unity candle stand from MakeYourNest.

if you haven’t gathered… etsy is one of my FAVORITE places to get unique items for really cheap! I agree with you. I love being able to get items made in the USA.

1/12/11 @ 11:55 am (reply)

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Miss Lox (message) 1,128 posts, Bumble bee

I knew all about Etsy before getting engaged or finding WeddingBee, but I never knew how much I would use it for the wedding. Just last night I was telling Mr. Lox all of the different countries my bridal outfit has come from!

1/12/11 @ 11:59 am (reply)

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M.Ruder (message) 1,440 posts, Bumble bee

Etsy is THE BEST! =) I never guessed that I’d spend so much money there for the wedding! But it makes mine >somewhat< unique! And these are things that you really can’t find in stores!

1/12/11 @ 12:04 pm (reply)

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cr6zy (message) 1,187 posts, Bumble bee

i found etsy when i was pregnant with my daughter and all the girls on my mommy blog (isnt it funny how there is a blog for everything!) were looking at bed sets and nursery stuff. now im on the bee and we are looking up wedding stuff lol

1/12/11 @ 12:06 pm (reply)

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1/12/11 @ 12:19 pm (reply)

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KayMeiBee (message) 156 posts, Blushing bee

I love B.Poetic! I have shoe clips that I adore! My ladies might be rocking them on their toes on the big day, too. I think Etsy really is the best place for unique wedding gear. Have you seen the amazing cake toppers they have?

1/12/11 @ 12:35 pm (reply)

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erostron (message) 1,101 posts, Bumble bee

I love Etsy! Even when I am not looking for anything, it’s such a fun place to look around. Love that I can save my favorite items and shops.

1/12/11 @ 12:43 pm (reply)

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Miss Cinnamon Bun (message) 1,100 posts, Bumble bee

I didn’t realise franceslovesyou was Mrs. Gummi Bear! I’ve had that store favourited for aaages, and think that it may be involved with CB’s Christmas present this year…

1/12/11 @ 12:51 pm (reply)

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Stephanie@Geezees

I LOVE etsy, i have my own shop on there, but i do most of my shopping for gifts on Etsy too, i love supporting small business!

1/12/11 @ 1:11 pm (reply)

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Miss Tartlet (message) 3,207 posts, Sugar bee

@toopeas: Pardon me while I wipe the drool off my keyboard after seeing Loboheme’s hairpieces…WOW. Just gorgeous!
@Miss Lox: The international aspect is fantastic! My wallet is from Italiacraft. Everyone assumes it’s from Fossil, and then I have to explain what Etsy is.
@cr6zy: I may or may not have some nursery decor on my favorites list already…;)
@KayMeiBee: Oh goodness, yes! So many cake toppers. o.O I love the ones from goosegrease!

1/12/11 @ 1:40 pm (reply)

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kayakgirl73 (message) 2,157 posts, Buzzing bee

I love etsy. I got my hair vine, veil and garter from various etsy sellers. I also got jewerly pouchs and cosmetic bags from another Etsy seller.

1/12/11 @ 1:55 pm (reply)

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cbrydon (message) 344 posts, Helper bee

I’m OBSESSEDDDDDDDDDD! Thebackporchshoppe? yes please! parisxox for my shoes? yes please! also getting bridesmaids bracelets, my hair comb, and more there!

1/12/11 @ 2:10 pm (reply)

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Miss Brooch (message) 1,721 posts, Bumble bee

I didn’t really start in on Etsy until I got engaged, and I’m definitely hooked!!! Love your picks! Checkin out a few of them now!!

1/12/11 @ 3:17 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Locket (message) 2,837 posts, Sugar bee

Funny thing with Etsy…I found it senior year of college when I was trying to think of ways to make extra cash….this is when I thought maybe I could make jewelery (yeah, not so much)…needless to say I never made a sale back then, but kept my account open…I didn’t think of the site much until I started planning my wedding and learned that it had really taken off and that they had so many great things to offer. I think it’s a great resource for brides both for buying and offering inspiration to DIY savvy planners. I know I was inspired by it’s many wedding related shops!

1/12/11 @ 3:34 pm (reply)

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