Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Holiday Shopping!

It's hard to believe that it's holiday shopping time again! The countdown has officially begun and there are 31 days left until Christmas!

I wanted to share with you some of my festive holiday dog notes and new dog breed stationery sets. They make great stocking stuffers, hostess gifts and of course are fab wrapped under the tree!

Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer Pug Holiday Cards


Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer Lab Holiday Cards


Pomeranian Stationery


Kerry Blue Terrier Stationery


Two Black Labs Stationery


Yorkie Stationery


Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Stationery


Airedale Stationery


While you are shopping don't forget to check out all of the amazing handmade gifts featured in  The Artisan Group's Gift Guide! There is really something for everyone on your list and at every price point. From stocking stuffers, gifts under $20, gifts for him, baby/kids items, bath & body, books, journals, candles, jewelry, photography and so much more! Support handmade and shop small this holiday season!







Saturday, November 12, 2011

Gingerbread Architecture: An Amazing Holiday Tradition

What is your favorite handmade holiday tradition? Mine are the spectacular gingerbread "houses" that my sister and her family put together every year! They are so amazing in complexity, size, detail and architectural accuracy. In the past years they have created a myriad of different buildings including the Eiffel Tower and Rockefeller Center. I have included pictures below of these fantastic creations, enjoy!


Gingerbread Rockefeller Center


Close up of the ice skating rink complete with ice skaters!

 
Aerial view of the ice skating rink






Gingerbread Eiffel Tower











For more fun and inspiring handmade holiday traditions from the Etsy Greetings Team follow the arrows below and enjoy the blog hop!