Monday, August 31, 2009

Uniquely Funny - Donut Seeds by smallpackagess

Reminiscent of Pet Rocks and 'Round To-Its, these "Donut Seeds" really tickle my fancy. If only I could really have a donut tree in my back yard... I could keep my dairy cow tied up underneath! LOL ;D

Take a look at all the goodies in smallpackagess's Etsy shop.


Friday, August 28, 2009

Unique: Gearrings by ten64

These "Gearrings" by Ten 64 are definitely unique, but I have to say I was particularly taken by the name. Gearrings... perfect! Tiny antique watch gears in tiny watch part vials made into earrings!!

Take a look at ten64's Etsy shop to see more unusual items, including the "Specimen" earrings which are vials containing tiny robin wing bones! Cool!! (shown below)

Gearrings


Specimans

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Unique Art by AnnaBelleArts

I love the unique take on the simple pincushion by AnnaBelleArts. They are just gorgeous, I love them just as a piece of art (I even love the beautiful pins she's put in them)

Go puruse AnnaBelleArts' Etsy shop to see all the beautiful art items! --I also LOVE her felted characters!




Aren't they adorable!

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Uniquely Gorgeous - Something Different in a Neckwarmer by irregularexpressions

I love anything out of the ordinary, especially when it's beautiful! So it is no surprise that I adore this neckwarmer by irregularexpressions!

Visit irregularexpressions' Etsy shop to see more beautiful, out of the ordinary creations.



Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Unique Idea! Soap Bar in a Tube by SudsNSuch

This is such a great idea from SudsNSuch! Handmade soap in a tube; so it's portable and sanitary!!

Great to throw in your purse to always have access to and perfect for Back to School.

Take a look at SudsNSuch's shop to see all the choices of essential oils you can choose from and to see all the other great soaps available!

Monday, August 24, 2009

Unique Embroidery by flyinghaystacks

This is NOT your Grandma's embroidery!

All of flyinghaystacks' embroidery pieces are original designs and are definitely art pieces to be framed and admired!

Take a look at all his pieces in his Etsy shop: flyinghaystacks -he has some great collage pieces, too!




Friday, August 21, 2009

Unique Technique - Duo Patterned Crochet Throw by CraftyCrocheting

I love the color and textures in this reversible throw, but I think it's unique because I do a little bit of crocheting myself and cannot imagine how she managed a different pattern on each side! What do you think?

Take a look at more pretty reversible crochet throws (and other items) in CraftyCrocheting's Etsy shop.




Thursday, August 20, 2009

A Unique Story...and Gorgeous Jewelry by mcflashpants

I'm in awe of the jewelry and accessories made by mcflashpants. Made from upcycled utensils!

You have to take a look at all her pieces in her Etsy shop, but you also need to read her unique story of how she got started -on her profile. Another very good read is the explanation for her "belly button" image pendants (shown below). Super interesting, she a great story-teller!

this...

...from this!
spoon earrings
fork ring
and her belly button pendants!

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Unique Recycling: Toothbrush Toothbrush Holder by OhWunder

No, I'm not stuttering ;D These super-cool toothbrush holders by OhWunder are made from upcycled toothbrushes (well, the ends of them anyway). They look great and seem to be quite functional!

Take a look at more creative things on OhWunder's Etsy Shop.



Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Adorably Unique Treasure "box" by designlab443

I'm a sucker for an ugly-cute stuffed character and these secret compartment robots by designlab443 fit the bill.

Even the ideas designlab443 uses for usage are unique - hiding an engagement ring! how cool is that? or tucking a tooth in to wait for the tooth fairy! Awesome!!

Take a look at designlab443's Etsy shop for more adorable creations!



Monday, August 17, 2009

Necktie Unique - Fashion from Upcycled Neckties by NancyGamon

I love the "thinking out of the box" aspect of these fashion accessories upcycled from men's neckties. Super-unique and they look great!

Stop by the nancygamon Etsy shop to see more.





Friday, August 14, 2009

Wow! Really! Super Unique Popcorn Soap by RiverCitySoaps

I don't know how they make this popcorn soap over at River City Soaps, but it looks exactly like popcorn, and apparently smells like it too! Fantastic!! I HEART popcorn :D

Stop by their Etsy shop to read all about it. While you're there take a look at all their other great handmade soaps, and with names like Tomato Leaf, Nagging Wife, Dragon's Blood, and Chai Tea, they're pretty unique too!




Thursday, August 13, 2009

Royally Unique - Gorgeous Capelets by Ellita's Flying Snail

Today's feature is on the gorgeous knit art by Ellita's Flying Snail - truly wearable art (and a great shop name)!!

You must see all of her collection, you'll be mesmerized - I was!

Ellita's Etsy Shop





Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Unique and Functional - Gorgeous Gourd Lamps by studiotempura

Today's unique feature is the stunning gourd lamps by studiotempera on Etsy!

Stop by her shop to gaze at all of her beautiful handcrafted gourd lamps.





Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Bug Wing Earrings? Very Unique. Very Beautiful - by runtothesun

Todays feature is on some great earrings by Heather of runtothesun on Etsy.

Made from bug wings with a gorgeous iridescent glow these earrings are unique and definitely ooak! As runtothesun says in the description: no 2 bugs are alike! :D

Take a look at her runtothesun Etsy shop for more great items. Take a look at her other shop, frogletack, with more traditional, but just as beautiful metal jewelry.






Monday, August 10, 2009

Unique Generosity - HOST on Etsy

Today's post features a team on Etsy that is truly unique.

HOST, Helping Others Street Team, receives donations from Etsy sellers and uses the proceeds from the sales of the donated items to help Etsians in need.

HOST helps with anything from shop promotion, professional services, and cash donations depending on the level of individual need. They have great people who professionally cover every aspect of the receiving and giving.

There are some really great items for sale, too, not just leftovers and unsalable items. Take a look & you'll be convinced. And next time you need a gift, check the HOST shop first for a gift that gives twice!

Here are a few of my favorites:


Taking Flight - Donated by PetitBijouArtShop


Best Friend Scarf - Donated by Fringe



Tote with a Reversible cover - Donated by RoomThreads


Gilbert the Snaggle-toothed Goldfish Imposter - Donated by TwistedWear


Vintage Borgazia Faux Fur Black Sable Coat - Donated by TheOrangePeel



Saturday, August 8, 2009

When Unique Meets Adorable - Felted Art by Chimera

Today's post features the amazing feltwork by Chimera. Now, there's a bit of feltwork out there to be sure, so it's takes a bit to stand out and I think some of the work done by Chimera does just that.

I adore the felted "diorama" or play mat. It's art and fun. I love looking at it, it takes me away to fanciful places in my mind and makes me want to crawl in and explore -or at least go read The Hobbit! LOL.

She also has some adorable little felted aliens you've gotta see. I like one in particular, Norman - I *heart* Norman. ;D

Visit her Etsy shop to see all of her gorgeous, unique things. She also has a cute blog.

Is he roasting a marshmallow? I LOVE roasted marshmallows!


This is Norman! :D
This is Norman being annoyed at his friend! :D


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