Etsy Faves: Mermaids

Etsy is a marketplace for all things handmade as well as a wonderful source for vintage and craft supplies.  Whether you're looking for a gift, baked goods, home decor, clothing, candles, art, and much more, Etsy provides a friendly shopping experience to find truly uniquely beautiful items!  I just bought this lovely necklace (left) from a fabulous shop, BubbleGum Graffiti.  It even arrived with bubblegum. How about that!

So with that being said, as a long time member, I obviously love Etsy. And you will, too! 

Check out some of these Etsy Faves!

The theme? Mermaids! If you're into the popular mermaid inspired summer we've been having, take a look at these amazing products below. 

Mermaid Cold Process Soap from Lippincott Soap Co.

Pink Mermaid Tights from virivee

Mermaid Scale Earrings from Les Bijoux d'Elise

Mermaid Journal from Tremundo Journals

 Party Favor Bags from Everlong Events

Mermaid Tail Blanket from  I'm A Yarner

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In Old English, “mer” means “sea,” and “maid” simply meant woman. Mermaids are therefore “women of the sea.” Following this line of etymological logic, a “mer” man (merman) would be a “man of the sea.” Both names make perfect sense and describe their natural habitat without a lot of fuss. Mermaids and mermen are fish-like people who swim through the oceans and the seas.

Read More: 10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Mermaids | http://thefw.com/mermaid-facts/?trackback=tsmclip

In ancient Syrian (~ 1000 BC), there was a goddess who went by the name of Atargatis. She was a fertility goddess whose cult eventually spread to Greece and Rome and was associated with water (especially lakes) and fish. Often depicted in mermaid form, Atargatis is perhaps the “original” mermaid. Legend has it that she dove into a lake to become a fish, but only her bottom half was transformed.

Read More: 10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Mermaids | http://thefw.com/mermaid-facts/?trackback=ts

Etsy Faves of the Week! Featuring Shops Like sewZinski, Natural Glam, & SeaPinks

Embroidered Linen Green Felt Fern Zipper Pouch/Coin Purse From SeaPinks

Hand Painted Spring Botanical Ceramic Travel Mug From sewZinski

Turquoise Crescent Pendulum Earrings From Natural Glam

Raw Neon Blue Apatite, Turquoise, & Chalcopyrite Inlaid Bohemian Bracelet From Natural Glam

Woodland Forest Screen Printed Organic Cotton Napkins From Oh, Little Rabbit

Perfect accessory for Fall, be fashionable with this Colorful Super Slouchy Beanie Winter Hat from Graham's Bazaar  

Bohemian Fashion Inspiration Photos, Plus 5 Admired Boho Fashion Picks

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Admired:

Freeport Plaid Shirtdress from Free People

Distressed plaid shirtdress with acid washed pleated detailing at front of chest and upper back. Button opening at front. Bottom hem is raw edge and gently frayed.

5 Pocket Light Weight Stretch Skinny Jeans from Free People

5-pocket stretchy skinny jeans with low-rise waist. Zipper and button fly closure. Color: Cadet Grey. The perfect, everyday skinny jean!

Drum Circle Up Coat at Mod Cloth

Your eye-catching Ladakh coat, with its white, vegan faux-shearling lining, toggle closures, and paprika, violet, and teal weave, is an immediate hit with your musical companions. Australian brand Ladakh is known for its striking pieces, superb craftsmanship, and unexpected accents, so it’s no surprise that this coat is perfectly in tune with your artsy aesthetic.

The Naughty Monkey Stomper Tan Lace-Up Cap-Toe Combat Boots from Lulu's.

The Naughty Monkey Stomper Tan Lace-Up Cap-Toe Combat Boots are ready to stomp out their rivals in toe-to-toe closet combat! Distressed brown suede upper has smooth leather accents along the cap-toe, heel cup, and crisscrossing belts with brass hardware. Lace-up panel stretches up several inches past the ankle with skinny, dark brown shoestrings and a 7.5" zipper at instep. 8.5" shaft. Lug sole adds a 1/2" of height, plus a 1" chunky heel. Lightly cushioned insole; cotton lining. Non-skid rubber lug sole. Available in whole and half sizes. Fit is true to size (round up if you're between sizes). Measurements are for a size 6. Leather upper. Balance man made. Imported.

The Claire Fong Fine by Far Blue and Tan Leather Earrings from Lulu's.

The Claire Fong Fine by Far Blue and Tan Leather Earrings go great distances to add the perfect sumpin' sumpin' to your everyday look! Tan leather diamond shapes sport brass pyramid studs, then drop into fine brass chain with light blue, tan, and metallic gold leather feathers. Measures 7" long and hangs from a metallic gold fishhook. Natural and man made materials. Made with Love in California.