Ample Goddess Jewelry

I love me some pink. I especially love pink accessories which is why I think that you'll be pretty supportive of my decision to feature something super pink from Ample Goddess Jewelry.

These Pink Turquoise earrings are seriously cute. Now, you might be asking yourself how in the world is there such thing as pink turquoise? You're right! I actually had to do a little big of Google action to make sure I was educating myself and you correctly. The seller refers to these stones as chalk turquoise which is correct. Chalk turquoise is a softer, lower grade turquoise that must be stabilized before being used in jewelry. When most vendors label a stone as "Chalk turquoise" they mean that it's a dyed simulation of turquoise. Case closed!

There you have it! Total cuteness no matter what they are called!

Handmade Highway

Yesterday I had a bit of a networking day. I had a bunch of brand spankin' new black box contributors sign up and I also had massive amounts of fun on Twitter. I have the best followers. I also follow some pretty neato folks too.

Out of nowhere I got an email from Lori, at the Handmade Highway, introducing herself and what she does with her fascinating blog. Basically it's a dynamic directory of handmade sellers giving users 1-click access to handmade shops, products, pictures, location, seller contact info, and availability for wholesale, consignment, bulk discounts, custom work and availability for blog features and giveaways.

In layman's terms, if you're a blog, a sample box business, a wholesaler, or someone looking for a giveaway you can wander over to the Handmade Highway and search based on what you're looking for. No more sending out mass emails! It's like one stop shopping. I love this!

Being listed on the blog is super easy too. Just contact Lori at handmadehighway@gmail.com and she'll give you the exact info on participation and then you're good to go. Yay!

Heathen's Hearth

Be still my heart.

Apparently the latest fad in the way of bath and body is those cool sugar cube scrub thingamabobs. I have yet to try them but it seems like all the cool companies are starting to carry them which means that sooner or later I'll be forced into trying them. I say forced like I'm sad about it. Hah!

At Heathen's Hearth, thank you heartsabustin, I found some strawberry cream cubes. They have combined their best all natural goats milk soap with the purest skin loving shea butter and gently exfoliating white sugar to bring you this special treat. It sure does look like a treat! I'd almost be fooled into believing I could eat them!

Just take 1 cube into the shower with you, and use it just the way you would a bar of soap. As you use it, the shea butter soap cleanses your skin, while the shea butter provides all over moisture, and the sugar granules gently exfoliate your skin. Then TADA - you can thank me later.

Tissage

This morning I'm going to be working my behind off on Little Black Box stuff. Stuff is picking up for September - December but August is bleak so I need to work my tail off in hopes that I'll get some new contributors for all of my amazing box subscribers. I'm twittering all day so stop by and say hello. It'll make my day!

Savor suggested I take a peek at Tissage this morning and I immediately fell in love with this green glass necklace. It reminds me of a handful of green grapes! Totally adorable! The necklace features antiqued brass chain and moss green glass teardrops.

It doesn't hurt that Tissage hails from my favorite place in the whole world, Seattle, either. Don't miss out on this amazing shop full of magical things.

British Cream Tea

Ok, this find isn't necessarily something I would particularly have a need for but I'd be a fool to not share the cuteness that this shop contains. You can thank me later. Oh, and if you don't mark the entire shop as a favorite you seriously should consider getting your head checked.

At British Cream Tea you'll find original, hand sewn, life size sculptures of British food, all made from 100% recycled felt. Yes, you heard that right. Felt. Food. My favorite low fat luxury. No packing on the pounds here. Only spending a few pounds.. get it? Pounds? British? Ahh, nevermind.

I'll take a cupcake and and this ice lolly that reminds me of my childhood. Yep, true fact! I spent some time in England because my dad was in the air force and I've actually consumed some of these sweet treats. Yum!

Shimmer Shoppe

I'm a big candle person. Candles candle everywhere. The cooler the candle the better. Which reminds me.. I'm looking for a big huge Black Licorice scented jar candle. If you have one for sell or know where I can get an amazingly strong one please let me know.

Now, back to where I was going with this.. Shimmer Shoppe. Shimmer Shoppe is where you'll find all things sparkly and as a woman I sure do love sparkles! I adore the votive and tealight candle holders in this shop. They would be so perfect for my main bathroom.

Bathrooms always need a little pizazz because guests spend a majority of time in there and these would be a perfect addition to any home.

Craftsquatch

There's Sasquatch and then there's Craftsquatch. Both are interesting but ones a little less scary and also a little bit more fun. The only reason you'll be running away from Craftsquatch is because you're afraid of spending too much money.

In this shop you'll find the geekiest of pillows. Whether it's a Twitter or a Rss Feed pillow that captures you're heart you'll find something that pulls your inner geek out and let's you sleep a little bit better at night.

I bet my newest obsession iJustine would adore a Twitter pillow or two. That'd be great marketing for this shop. They should totally contact her and see if she'd plug these because her obsession with Twitter is completely unhealthy.. or not!

Love!

Epically Epic Soap Co.

Hey all my little zebra lovers! Boy do I have something fun for you!

At Epically Epic Soap Co. yesterday I discovered these epically cool zebra looking olive oil soaps. They are so pretty! I wish I had one in my hands so I could just stare at it. Often I find that soap makers can never truly create a black soap but this one looks just right. It's scented by Sandalwood, Virginian Cedar and Lemongrass pure essential oils which is a bonus for those earthy types!

I should also warn you that there's this delicious looking Neapolitan looking bar that makes my mouth water. It's a lot like Whiff and Sniff Candle's Neapolitan looking scent shooter and I bet is equally as drool worthy.