Best Dressed

Summer's coming, and this darling little sundress from Le Bouton is just the ticket for those balmy August days. It's made of cool, natural linen and is available in sizes 2T - 8. Sweet! (Easy Dress, $38.00)

You Saw It Here First!

Yep, you saw it here first! A few months ago, we were the first to feature these beautiful dish towels from PataPri. Well, now she's featured in this month's TimeOut Chicago and we get to say we knew her when! You can pick up the issue on newstands right now, or you can take a look at the article here.

A Lotta Fluff

This big rectangular pillow from joom measures 12" x 18" and features a cardinal and agapanthus flower in the cheeriest of oranges. Great for resting your weary head or perking up any corner of your room! (Orange Full Print Cardinal on Agapanthus Rectangle Pillow, $28.00)

Paper Paper Everywhere!

Well, after much deliberation and hemming and hawing and wondering whether the mess was gonna be worth it, we spent the whole weekend creating handmade paper!

After hunting down every last scrap of junk mail and newsprint and construction paper we could possibly find, we were ready to begin blending, swishing, screening, patting, pounding, and hanging it out to dry. It took the better part of two days, but we did it; and we sure are pleased as punch with the results!

As you can see, we got some really beautiful pics out of the deal as well. There's something about stacks and stacks of colorful paper that just begs to be photographed! You can find some of the paper we created this weekend for sale here in our Etsy store. But we're keeping most of it for ourselves. We're stingy like that.

Scrap Book

This stunning blank book from KupoKiley's shop has been constructed with genuine Japanese kimono remnants and is, as she says, "ready to hold your sketches, dreams, desires, or dirty little secrets!" (Stars and Silk Book, $18.00)

Rice Is Nice

Set the Asian mood with Montezuma Mudd's handmade rice bowl set. Each set includes two 4" tall bowls and two pairs of chopsticks. (Stoneware Rice Bowls with Chopsticks, $21.00)

Did You Heart Your iPod Today?

We just found this fabulous little iPod case in YoakeUK's shop! It will keep you happy with it's brilliant colors, and it will keep your iPod happy with it's snuggly protection. Definitely a win/win situation! (Lime/Orange Felt iPod Shuffle Case, $9.00)

Buckle Up!

This sleek Frame Buckle from 20VoltHand is handmade from 1/2" by 1/8" steel, is TIG welded and measures 2 1/2" x 4". And if that's not heavy-duty enough for you, it comes with your choice of a black or brown belt. (Frame Buckle With Belt, $45.00)

Orange You Glad?

Bake something warm and yummy! The beautiful, brightly-colored casserole dishes from Cinderelish are all the inspiration you'll need! (Orange Casserole, $20.00)

To A Tee

Toge means "thorn" in Japanese, but this comfy-soft handscreened tee from Ahpeele looks anything but prickly; we think it's just perfect! (Toge Sheer Top, $38.00)

Wash n' Dry

These lovely, modern kitchen towels by PataPri are hand silkscreened on 100% linen. But there are so many beautiful designs, you're going have trouble choosing just one. (Shippou - Kitchen towel, $14.00)

Don't Worry, Be Happy...

The prints from ArtofAndrewDaniel always make me happy. No more room on your wall? Don't worry -- he's got greeting cards, too! (Imaginary Floral Landscape Print, $15.00)

Red-y Or Not

This fire-engine red band from Marstinia is a-ma-zing! It's made of copper and fully enameled on the interior and exterior of the ring. Rustic and elegant, all at the same time! (Red Enamel Ring, $40.00)

No Purple Dinosaurs!

These hemp washies from Lookitmama are so sweet and un-fussy! One side is hemp fleece, the other side is a pretty cotton print. (Hemp Washies, $8.00 for three)

Zippity Do Da!

These zippered purses from Florspace are so retro and cute! They're made of Japanese printed cotton twill with a red cotton interior. Toss in a lip balm, your Etsy business cards and a couple of coins and you're good to go. You're definitely going to need more than one of these! (Red Train Mini Zippered, $6.50)

In A Flap

Such clever little notecards! Scribble your message and lick the flap; no envelopes necessary! Set contains three stripes and three flowers, and also comes in pink. (Tri-fold Blue Notecards, $5.50 for six)

Gone To The Dogs!

Why should we have all the fun? Check out this leash from TheModernPet's shop and Fido will be trotting around in style! (Pebble Beach Dog Leash, $24.95)

Coptic binding. Wooden boards. Creamy hemp paper. Goldleaf-sprinkled endleaves. Yes, I lust after this notebook from NinaJudinBooks. Enough said. (Luxury Notebook in Wooden Covers - Small, $50.00)

Feeling Blue?

This serving bowl from MSPottery is dishwasher and microwave safe, and would be great for serving pasta or salads. But I think I'd just place it on my kitchen table and stare at it. Beautiful! (Cobalt Blue Serving Bowl, $28.00)

Pack Up And Go

This messenger bag by Angela Liu Designs is constructed of a sturdy denim canvas twill paired with the fabric of your choice (check her shop for a wide selection of prints). You have to lug your stuff around anyway -- why not do it in style! (Design Your Own Large Messenger Bag, $90.00)