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Indie T-Shirts For The Guy In Your Life

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The guy in your life-- he's pretty special, funny, sweet, always thinks of you-- okay, so we may be stretching it. But he's your man, and he just might have a birthday coming up or maybe you just want to pick him up a little something, because I'm sure he just bought you a dozen roses or took you to the ballet. Well, check out these t-shirts from indie artists. For the music lover, a "Sheet Music" t-shirt by Isotope will do the job. For the guy in your life that is going away-- the "We Should Keep In Touch" t-shirt. Got to love this one-- "The Man Behind The Belly"-- the perfect gift for the expecting father. And if your man would wear it, give him Pinkvelvetpress' "I Heart My Wife" t-shirt. If you are looking to buy for yourself, the "Ex-Girlfriend" t-shirt is sure to bring a few laughs amongst the guys. Take a look at the slideshow for more indie t-shirts!

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Tags :   apparel , clothing , craft , design , diy , etsy , fashion , gift ideas , gift ideas for him , handmade , indie , style , t-shirt , t-shirts

Shop DIYthing's Favorite Handmade Wedding Favors On Etsy!

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Wedding planning can be super stressful, with all the lists you have to make and the shopping trips that will pile up, but that shouldn't stop you from finding special gifts and wedding favors for your wedding party and other guests. We've rounded up some of the best handmade gifts that your friends and family are sure to remember for years to come. We have luxurious edible sweets from Fat Daddy Sweets and personalized wine cork place card holders by CorkeyCreations. Toybreaker, our favorite indie tie design shop, has a special set of ties for your groomsmen. Handmade gifts are great for offering personalized, custom pieces like the handmade engraved stones by SJ Engraving. And, you will be sure to notice that wedding planning will be less stressful, as you can order these, and other handmade wedding favors, online at Etsy. Check out our slideshow to see them all.

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Tags :   design , edible , etsy , groomsmen , guestbook , handmade , handmade wedding gifts , independent design , indie , place holder , shopping , style , wedding favors , wine cork

Be One With Nature And Get Into Eco-Friendly Gardening

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Gardening is all the rage - thanks to Michelle Obama! And boy do we have some eco-friendly gardening treasures for you. We've always been fans of DIY gardening, long before it became popular (Wendy has the green thumb). These finds from our friends over at Etsy will help give your garden a new look, as well as stimulate the economy for our small independent businesses. Check out the handmade Plant Markers from ArtisanHands, or the retro Macrame Plant Hanger, by Plantelady for $35. And don't forget about your feathered friends when planning your garden. You will love the eco Reclaimed Glass Bird Feeder by RedYellowandBlueInk for $21. It is made from an upcycled street light. If you buy one, a $1 will go to the National Audubon Society. Check out all of our faves in the slideshow.

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Tags :   eco , eco-friendly , etsy , flowers , garden , gardening , michelle obama , national audubon society , nature , outdoors , plants , shopping

DIYthing's Favorite Designers From The 2009 BKLYN DESIGN Show

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Have you been reading 3Rings lately? This design blog has a host of reviews about the recent exhibitors at the May 2009 BKLYN DESIGN Show in Dumbo. There are lots of great interviews and videos as well. There's even a piece highlighting one of our favorite Brooklyn designers, Daniel Moyer of Daniel Moyer Designs. 3Rings offers reviews of a range of product designers, from Warp Designs' Perforated Steel Vases to the delicate lamps of Levent and Romme. We really love the many designers who are using green design principles - check out the fun bamboo plywood furniture from Boo-Coup. Alicita Rodriquez introduced us to two great wallpaper designers - Shanan Campanaro and Jill Malek. Campanaro's Eskayel line is based on her original artwork. And, Alicita, we agree, Jill Malek's hand-screen printed wallcoverings are enough to make one swoon. Check out our slideshow to see some of our other favs.

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Tags :   art , bamboo , brooklyn , decor , decorate , design , dumbo , eco , green , home , new york , screen print

Colorful Handmade Bags For Summer!

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This spring is all about brightly colored handbags. Deb and I found 13 handmade bags that are sure to top your list. If color is for you, then go for the Funky Retro Handbag by Pink and White Design or the Organic Bang Bag by Pansy Maiden. You can add a little fun to your fashion statement with the Cup of Tea Zippy Pouch by Syko or try the Kitty Chronicle by Portemone. Kitty Chronicle has a black and white print newspaper full of cat stories and pictures. Bird lovers, check out Little Odd Forest's darling little Snotty Bird handbag that is sure to be a winner. And the city girls out there will want the New York Weekend Bag by Paco and Lupe, perfect for times when all you care to do is grab a change of clothes and head down the shore for a couple of nights. So sit back and relax, we've got it covered with our 13 must-have handmade bags for summer.

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Tags :   bag , diything , etsy , handbag , handmade , pouch , print , retro

OhFaro's Twinkling Hair Trinkets And Other Fun Baubles

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They say diamonds are a girl's best friend, but rhinestones just might be the next best thing. Faro Davis-Nail creates eye catching baubles from vintage costume jewelry. If you have a special occasion coming up -- like a wedding or maybe even the prom -- then a quick stop at OhFaro's Etsy shop is in order. From dainty feathered hairpins embellished with rhinestones, to vintage earrings-turned-hairpins, there are many sparkly choices. If you need something with a little attitude, be sure to check out the saucy magenta feather fascinator. If you are a bride needing something old and something blue, don't sweat it! Faro has your back with a gorgeous baby blue and white feather fascinator. You can also find vintage rhinestone bracelets and necklaces to accent that special dress. Whatever the occasion, you can be sure that if glitter and glam is what you need, OhFaro has it. Check out the slideshow for our 8 fabulous finds!

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Tags :   costume jewelry , diy , diy thing , diything , etsy , feathers , hair accessories , hair accessory , hair clip , hair piece , hair pin , hair pins , hairpieces , jeweled , ohfaro , prom , prom accessories , prom hair , rhinestone , rhinestones , vintage jewelry

Super Cute Springtime Outfits For Your Stylish Little Boy!

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Frogs and snails and puppy dogs tails -- that's what little boys are made of. Maybe so, but you would never know it with these super-cute spring and summer outfits. Nothing says spring like these Jazzy Cabana Boy Pants by Pink Dixie. And if you are headed to Grandma's for Sunday dinner, you will love the Linen Shirt in Classic White by Linen Kids. We are always looking for eco-friendly fabric, especially for the little ones. With summer right around the corner, the Crab Organic Tee and Matching Board Shorts by 3tsnme is sure to top your list. Whatever the occasion, handmade is the way to go when you are looking for one-of-a-kind, great quality clothes. Check out our slideshow for more spring and summer looks for the little fellas on your list.

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Tags :   baby , baby boy , baby clothes , boy , childrens clothing , diy , diy thing , diything , etsy , kid , kids , kids clothing , linen , little boy , onesies , toddler

Welcome Spring With Adorable Dresses For Your Favorite Little Girl

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Spring is a great time to find beautiful new outfits for your favorite little girl. The prints and patterns are so irresistible. We rounded up some of our favorite independent designer looks for girls. Our favorites combine vintage cotton fabrics with adorable prints. You will find a large selection of vintage styles at Baby Bean Vintage Daywear. We love the soft organic blue cotton halter dress with the vintage cotton bib, trimmed with vintage crochet and a vintage button. And check out Smashing Darling for a Car Wash Halter Dress by GeorgiaEve. This little dress in all white will be great for those spring holidays that are coming up. Nicole Frobusch of Nixie Clothing is another of our fav eco-friendly designers. The Spring/Summer 09 line has a great mix of boho dresses made from vintage fabrics and each piece is handcrafted in London. To see more of the cutest dresses for the little girl in your life, click the slideshow!

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Tags :   children , diything , dress , girl , independent design , indie designers , indie fashion , prints , vintage

Handmade Crafting Gets Chic With Paper Jewelry

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Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but paper just might be her second best friend. We all have made paper jewelry as a child, right? You probably made rolled paper beads like every other girl did back in the day, but you haven't cranked out anything like these paper jewelry designs. This coco necklace by FrucciDesign is a must for the sophisticated girl who likes to wear a very classic look. If you're looking for something fun, then the map bracelet or the raw milk earrings should be on your list. You can go green with the 3R blueberry earrings by YellowWalls. The earrings are handmade using recycled paper and non-toxic glue and varnish. And for a bonus: 10% of all profits from the 3R collection go to the Union of Concerned Scientists. I guess you could spruce up your DIY skills and make them yourself, but why would you want to when you can order one today from a handmade jewelry designer? Check out the lovely dozen in our slideshow.

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Tags :   bangle , bracelet , diy , earrings , etsy , handmade , jewelry , necklace , paper

Tap Into Your Creative Side With An Artsy DIY Vacation To France!

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Looking for a new travel adventure? Try a trip to France and develop a new do-it-yourself (DIY) skill! Learn to make beautiful polymer clay jewelry with artist Sarah Shriver in her Colors & Patterns of France workshop. Class size is limited so you will have individual attention. Or, if you are a sewing enthusiast, sign up for the Paris Couture Tour with Susan Khalje (you can even see some of Susan's couture techniques in the new issue of Threads Magazine)! You will get a "behind the scenes" look at couture selling. Spend time in the archives of France's most historic fabric house, attend private lectures at Paris' "premiere vintage clothing resource," experience hands-on instruction at Lesage, the legendary French embroidery house and experience a draping session with couture master, Julien Cristofoli. So what are you waiting for? Your inner DIY is calling - start planning your dream trip to France! Also, don't forget to check out the slideshow for some examples of claymaster Sarah Shriver's handmade jewelry pieces!

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Tags :   art , art class , clay , clay jewelry , diy , diy fashion , diy thing , diything , do-it-yourself , draping , france , jewelry , julien cristofoli , sarah shriver , susan khalje , travel , travel idea , travel ideas , vacation , vacation idea
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