I saw this today and it made me laugh. Its funny because I was talking to my friend yesterday about work and careers and stuff. We have both worked in fashion for some time. She is just so pissed off and burnt out with it all that she is gonna do something totally different. […]

Calling all mothers, grandmothers, aunts, godmothers,… anything relating to mothers! You have got to check out http://www.liliputians-nyc.com. Heather Flottman designs and creates adorable, high quality custom clothing and barrettes. My personal favorite is the shirt that has the child’s age on it. What a great shirt to wear on a birthday! Take a look […]

Hi there!I have put some lovely pins on the site today! Theres the Cute as a Button Apple and Heart pin so two to choose from! Click HERE to do the choosing! Anna, Custom Made Published by ABContinue reading: Pins pins everywhere!

I’m really into pretty prints at the moment, I came across this site, Petra Boase a while ago. This lovely greeting card really is the tip of the iceberg for cute prints. Go and have a look! Anna, Custom Made Published by ABContinue reading: Beautiful prints galore….

You have got to love Eco-Friendly products! OlovesM.com makes their bags from un-used material that companies were going to throw away. So instead of becoming landfill, the fabric turned into beautiful bags. Now that is what I call recycling! Check out their press page and you will see that OlovesM.com is a bit hit in the […]

The following description and images are from the Gemma Redux web site at http://www.gemmaredux.com/about.html. I think this designer is very original and indie hip. The pieces are cutting edge as I haven’t seen anything like it before. “GEMMA REDUXThe handmade pieces of gemma redux are created using uniquely chosen and alluring materials. Many of these […]

Today, on the Today Show, Janice Lieberman reported how many major stores sell faux fur that really isn’t faux. Much of the fur is imported from China and it comes from dogs and other animals. Basically, there are no animal rights in China and these animals are cruelly handled and killed. Some of them are […]

Hi! Well today has been a purse day…..I have been making purses like a crazy woman. I’m stocking up today cos people are buying purses purses purses!Anyway, enough of the purse chat. Check out the new Ipod socks! They are stripey little fellas and each one comes with a blushing apple or a cheeky […]

This beautiful scarf company came to me and I really dig them for two reasons. One, their scarves are beautiful. Really they can be worn in all kinds of creative ways, the most obvious being at a wedding or other special occassion. But girlfriend, you can wear one on a date out to dinner or […]

This beautiful scarf company came to me and I really dig them for two reasons. One, their scarves are beautiful. Really they can be worn in all kinds of creative ways, the most obvious being at a wedding or other special occassion. But girlfriend, you can wear one on a date out to dinner or […]

This beautiful scarf company came to me and I really dig them for two reasons. One, their scarves are beautiful. Really they can be worn in all kinds of creative ways, the most obvious being at a wedding or other special occassion. But girlfriend, you can wear one on a date out to dinner or […]

Kathy Cohen came up with the fabulous idea of creating a chilled cosmetic bag. It comes with a gel pack that you freeze and then put it in the fully insulated bag. Just imagine all of the applications for this little bag during a hot summer day. Keep your cosmetics, energy bars, gum, lens solution, […]

There is a new online magazine on the block called Amour www.amourmagazine.co.uk and look at the Brooch Barmy page! Bottom left is the Custom Made Big Boy Brooch! How cool is that….. Anna, Custom Made Published by ABContinue reading: Amour Magazine……..

Meet JT. He is my new pal who sits on my desk and sometimes poses for picture. Check him out. One of my super neighbours at Sunday Up Market is the creator of these awesome little fellas. I always avoid going to her stall as I know I will end up spending money! Anyway I […]

I received a lovely lovely email from Allira (what a cool name) the lady behind these fantastic brooches, and a fellow indie designer. I always check my emails when I get up in the morning to check on orders and stuff and a super nice email all the way from Australia was in my […]

Ahhh, spring fever is coming! These earrings call for the flowers to bloom and rain to make the grass bright green. Are you ready for these fresh earrings? I am! Springtime DropsA handcrafted double teardrop is alive with the colors of spring with apatite, citrine and peridot. Hangs approximately 2 1/4 below earwire.Silver: $ 62 14k Gold […]

Jennifer Lownie has been making jewelry for 20 years. She has really interesting pieces at affordable prices. You can tell that Jennifer is passionate about designing and creating jewelry! Description from http://www.weekend-jewelry.com/n267.html :The classic combination of smoky quartz and genuine turquoise is hot this season - and of course it is always in style. This dynamic […]

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When life gets you down and the stress piles up the best medicine is …LAUGHTER! This bracelet will always remind you to try to find humor in even the most troubling of situations. A sterling silver stamped tag, glossy Ocean Jasper beads, sterling silver accents and a delicious, Butterscotch Agate bead will surround your wrist […]

Check this out. It is beautiful!Faceted luminous labradorite coins are handwired onto delicate sterling filigree components. The look is both vintage and modern at the same time. Sterling hook clasp. Measures 8 ¼”. Retail Price: $50http://www.bagadoodle.com/Description.asp?ID=442 Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Quarry Jewelry

Check out Holly Aiken bags. BOMBER / DIAPER TOTE DIMENSION:11″ high x 14″ wide x 5″ deep Website: http://www.hollyaiken.com Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Check out Holly Aiken bags. BOMBER / DIAPER TOTE …

The Heart Hat by the Alison Beth Company looks as good as it feels on. The adorable one size fits all wool beanie sizzles in Brown with it s sequin red sweet heart applique. An eye catcher hat where you will look “Oh So Sweet” You cant go wrong with this Sweet Heart Hat this […]

This designer has some beautiful jewelry. Check her out! Let Her Cry Necklace $60made from Aqua Chalcedony, Swarovski crystals, and sterling silver chain. Tears fall 3.5″ from chain and each drop is 18×13 mm. Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Better Through Daisy

Just love Kris Cross Designs. Check out one of her designs below. Very clean and fresh looking.$25.00 Canadian FundsPrices include taxes Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Kris Cross Designs

I can’t copy any of her pictures. But this artist has some really beautiful jewelry. Check her out at http://www.vintagefaerie.com/jewelry.htm. Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Vintage Faerie

I think this Mini-Messenger bag is great for the fall and winter seasons. It is corduroy and cotton and is only $25! Thank you Sweet Pea Handcrafts! The Mini Messenger measures 10 1/2″ wide (seam-to-seam) by 8 1/2″ tall and 4″ deep. The strap is 22″ long and lined with the coordinating cotton.http://www.sweetpeahandcrafts.com/mini.shtml Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: […]

http://jewelsbyjessica.com/jewelsbyjessica/jewelsbyjessica/earrings_jewels_by_jessica_vint.html This designer is one of the most interesting jewelry designers that I have seen . Check out her unique pieces. Who says earrings have to match!! Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Jewels By Jessica

I took a short break from this blog to run my FIRST marathon. A group of us ran the Philadelphia Marathon and I’d like to send many thanks to that fantastic city! Phillie is so hip and offers excellent restaurants and shopping. I highly recommend a visit to the place where freedom began! Published by BagadoodleContinue […]

Winslow Bags is having a sale! Belts are selling for $30 for a limited time, plus free shipping. You can choose the fabric. Christmas orders must be submitted by December 8th, 2006.Order http://www.bagadoodle.com/Description.asp?ID=507 . Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Winslow Bags Belts

This bag has one inside pocket (7” x 5”) and closes with magnetic snaps. Fleece is sewn in between the outer material and lining for softness and reinforcement. The bottom of the bag is reinforced with a chipboard. Retail Price: $110 http://www.bagadoodle.com/Description.asp?ID=511 Published by BagadoodleContinue reading: Oktak