MRNTreasures - Etsy

MRNTreasures

 I received three of these awesome bottle cap keychains from this lovely Etsy store MRNTreasures and was actually very impressed with their quality. I have seen bottle cap art before but I had never seen anything that really seemed to stand out to me. These pieces use high quality photos under glass giving a nice glossy look. They are very secure and will be able to last a long while.

This keychain features Cheshire from Tim Burton's and Disney's "Alice in Wonderland", one of my all time favorite book adaptations. It shows him evaporated, leaving just his iconic eye and smile look. 

The second is Mangled from the second "Five Nights at Freddys". They are one of my favorite characters from the game and I haven't seen much merch of them. I also didn't expect to have such a good photo since the gameplay only has mostly jump scares that only last for a couple of seconds. But this look is great and shows the crazy side of the infamous animatronics.

And lastly we have two of my favorite badasses from one of the best shows ever made. Daryl and Rick are only two of my favorites though and I kind of feel like they are everyone's default fave anyways but I just wanted to mention that I am majorly obsessed with Michonne. Anyways as you can see here this photo is a great representation of this badass duo. I am sure if you gave this as a gift to anyone who has seen the show, they're going to like it. Like I said earlier, default faves, very likable dudes.

These cute keychains aren't the only things sold here. They use their high quality photos in necklaces and make nerdy earrings too. Check them out!

Peg O' My Heart - Etsy

Peg O' My Heart

Peg O' My Heart: Handmade Crafts, Gifts, and Decor

This shop has awesome matching makeup bags, coin bags, key fobs, ect. You can get a whole set of matching designed bags all in one place. And the designs are super cute and some even spooky! I was very impressed with the items I received from them and the packing it came in was very elegant and tidy. This shop gets an A+ in presentation! 

This is the item I chose from this shop and I really love this design because I love Halloween but I also like to have things I can still wear year round. Since I like creepy stuff in general it is a usual thing for me to have and I can use it all year. I love how the "toxic" green looks against the black and even though this is a small item it is such great quality and has such cute details including the green skull zipper pull.

This cute pouch is also very roomy it can hold earplugs, coins, bobby pins, ect. I love using it for those small types of things because they always get lost in my Mary Poppins purse! That thing eats stuff, I know it. 

(By the way, like the Harley Quinn earphones?)

No more lost earphones! And it has a keychain clasp so that you can clip it right on or inside your bag. These make awesome gifts and stocking stuffers and you can fill it with other gifts! This shop also offers many other beautiful designs and not only do they sell these gorgeous bags but they have a lot of new cute Halloween plaques and trick or treat bags for sale now. Get them before they're gone, Halloween's getting close!

BirdAndGirl - Etsy

BirdAndGirl

So everyone lately (well almost everyone) has been hooked on the new OverWatch video game, even people that haven't played it. I haven't had the opportunity to play it myself either but I have read a lot about it online and seen plenty of gameplay to get a good idea of what's going on. I also have fallen in love with the characters due to Tumblr dot com.

So anyways, when I saw this plush in BirdAndGirl's Etsy store I kind of fell in love. The plush is a Pachimari which is a half turnip half octopus. Such an odd yet cute creature!

This Pachimari plush is so cute! I have seen many other plushies inspired by the Pachimari but they all kind of look like they are floppy and much smaller. This plush is actually pretty big and It is really firm, very well stitched, and stands up right. The quality of the plush is unexpectedly fantastic it looks like it should be official OverWatch merch. These are made with  incredibly soft minky fabric (the best fabric) and are perfect for cuddling! This plush is such high quality and I was very pleasantly surprised at how well it was made.

The cheery face is such a delight to see. It makes me so happy to see its cute chibi like smile and little rosey cheeks. The embroidery is very impressive and make this plush really stand out, even having it on the bottom of its tentacles. 

This shop has also recently started to sell even more plushies and if they are anything like this amazing one they will definitely be a great purchase for anyone. Hurry and get them before they're gone due to the holidays coming up soon! Click here! 

Perlers4Nerds

Perlers4Nerds

Your favorite characters in melted bead form

Sci-Fy and fantasy creation for every nerd and every fandom. Perlers4Nerds is a shop of a one of a kind design perler of almost every fandom out there! I got some pretty special characters from this shop, two very badass, head strong female characters.

This one is Rey from the new "Star Wars The Force Awakens". As you can see, these perlers are made with a simple design but they do not lack in the detail of the characters. Here you can see Reys cute three bun hairstyle and even the sections of missing sleeve. This one is just very particularly cute to me and I love the way her hairstyle looks and her outfit is a perfect representation.

The next one I received is Arya Stark, one of the most badass Starks of all. If you haven't watched all of Game of Thrones, I would skip this part. Ayra stark quickly became one of my favorites in the show when she was traveling with the Hound and truly impressed me once she got to Walder Fray... Man, did her character get really intense! This perler piece has her in her more frequent and iconic outfit and yet again this perler does not miss any detail. These pieces are definitely one of a kind and remind me of a few indie games that I really love. I have seen many "pixel" perlers in the old school theme but I had yet to see them in the new "indie game" style. They are also full-melt perlers (my favorite) so the look very unique to many other perlers I have seen. These perlers are wonderful and I am very pleased with their quality.

Perler4Nerds has a wonderful variety of fandoms, so go check them out! Especially if you need presents for any nerdy loved ones in your life, I know they would love these unique perler designs!

StarGlazedDelights - Etsy

StarGlazedDelights

Star Glazed Otome, acrylic charms, jewelry & cosplay

I am in love with these new pinback brooches from StarGlazedDelights on Etsy! These pins are just too adorable and have perfect designs. To be honest they are the best pinbacks that I own at the moment. 

This set of two lapel pinback brooches are beautiful and sturdy. They are made of a thick gold metallic acrylic with a metal pin that sticks right into fabric. The artwork on top does not fade or get scratched as far as I have seen. These babies are definitely going to be around for some time. This is what I always look for in products because no one wants an item that will not last!

I really loved the pin design compared to usual pinbacks (with the little safety pins) that can eventually come undone if they're on something like a backpack or purse. The needle is neatly covered by a thick rubber material once applied so that when you're reaching into said, purse or backpack, you don't become a human pincushion. That is definitely important if you are gifting these to a young sailor scout in your life.

These pins are made as exact replicas of the actual moon crystal from the show itself. They make a gorgeous yet simple statement for anyone who loves the Sailor Moon show. I am extremely happy with the quality of these wonderful pins. The rest of this shop is filled with many other amazing designs like these, so feel free to check them out!

AliOBrienDesigns - Etsy

AliOBrienDesigns

Leather Designer Maker

Artisan mask making - making some of the greatest masks you could ever wish to purchase.

I am ecstatic to have the new masks that I ordered from this incredible artists shop. The mask I ordered are a work of art and could not be more spot on or creative. I went ahead and ordered two masks that I figured could be used for multiple cosplays or costumes that I would be interested in doing. The masks that I have are a pretty minimal design but this artist makes many other masks varying in design and complexity. These masks are also so greatly made and have an amazing structure. The quality is fantastic, having no flaws in design at all! The masks are very sturdy, simple but well detailed, and just over all brilliant. You can really tell this artist loves their creation.

(I had a lot of fun editing this, as you can see.)

The "CatWoman" mask is pretty unique and not exactly what you would expect. The way the ears are a bit folded forward and the cat eye hole design gave this gorgeous mask it's very own look. I really love this mask because of its cute folded ears, it reminds me of a Scottish Fold. I cannot help but chuckle every time I think of it! 

(Do you see the resemblance?!)

 

But, the fact that this mask is so versatile and unique it can also be used for more "sexy" outfits as well. It is a really great accessory for any costume and it is obvious what you would be going for. This mask is going to be a great addition to my costume collection for years to come.

The second mask I received is the "NightWing" mask. This design was spot-on and looks like it was pulled right out of a comic book. This mask, as well, had no flaws. It was perfect!

  

This mask could be used for many other cosplays or outfits though, so never limit yourself! You could cosplay NightWing but I feel like it could also look great as a Storm cosplay. This mask was just as fun as the first and has a more fierce look. I was drawn to this mask once I had first seen it. Its edgy look and the crisp design, this is what I would be wearing if I decided to become a vigilante for sure. Or maybe I'll stick with my cat mask... It fits me.

Both of these masks were made beautifully and made to last. This store is going to be forever on my list of great mask shops. These masks are nothing like the ones you find in the Halloween aisle at walmart. Masks like this are hard to find for good prices with such great quality and accuracy. So if you're looking for a something to pull your Halloween costume together this year, or maybe have been looking for one to complete a cosplay you've been working on, or even are just a mask enthusiast like my husband, this is a perfect place for you. Click here to see what else they have in store!

ArizonaBlueCo - Etsy

ArizonaBlueCo

Handmade Vegan and Cruelty Free Bath Bombs and More

 This is the biggest bath bomb I have ever seen - The Sky Paradise bath bomb from ArizonaBlueCo on Etsy. I really liked this bath bomb even though it wasn't one of my favorite fragrances. It was huge compared to any bath bombs I have seen. This thing fizzed for about two minutes! It was definitely really fun to watch fizz out completely and the water looked like a gorgeous turquoise cloud filled sky.


Now for my favorite bath bomb - The Obsidian Black Bath Bomb.

This bath bomb is the bomb! (pun intended) 
I have become obsessed with the new black trend that is going on lately and I just really had to try the black bath bomb. This one did not disappoint! The color of the water became pitch black with a bit of a blue tint as well. This bomb is made with activated charcoal and made the water look murky and spooky - just how I liked it! Not only did this bath bomb have a great look but it had great effects on my skin. This bomb left my skin feeling and looking incredibly nourished. Also, the bomb did not even stain my tub it just left little bits of charcoal which I just wiped down and it was completely gone! I seriously wish that I had a million of these awesome bombs so that I could use them everyday! If you're looking for a black bath bomb that doesn't stain, looks spooky and beautiful, and actually helps your skin, look no further ArizonaBlueCo has really figured it out!

If you would like to see the many other bombs they make, check them out here!

Arwendesigns

Arwen Designs: Cut Paper Silhouette Art

If you're someone like me, you may look through thousands of premade hallmark cards and can never exactly find the one that says what you really think or that says enough. That is why I really like to have options of blank cards so that the special person in my life can have real words written by me, I just feel it is more personal. I usually make the art on my cards as well but these cards are made uniquely different than just a drawing. This seller uses their amazing crafting skills to make these gorgeous (and some simple, like the one I ordered) cut paper silhouette cards. I really loved this sweet and simple card that I received it is so neat and I know exactly what I can use it for. This seller doesn't only make cards like this one I have, they also make very creative and more intricate cards with things like: Animal skulls, ornaments, animals, steampunk, religious, and spiritual art.

ArwenDesigns also creates really beautiful decals along with their lovely cards and prints. These decals have a very witchy and rustic vibes. They can also be used for really cool seasonal designs or everyday use.

These decals were a great size for me but they can be ordered in a much larger size if that is what you like. The decals a crisp, clean, and perfect. They were also very easy to apply and have not given me any trouble. These are also sold at a very great price so make sure to check them out!

So, if you would like to see more of this lovely work, click here.

CleanCreativity - Etsy

CleanCreativity

Handmade Soap

(save the bees!)

Healthy Honeybee - This soap is made with milk, honey, and oatmeal. If you look on the bottom you can see real oatmeal, which is great for exfoliating the skin. I loved this soap so much it helped soften and nourish my sensitive skin. Not only does this soap have great effects for your skin but it looks beautiful as well with a cute painted bee on top. The seller used mica powder for the amber color in the soap and the bee is brushed with gold. The soap also came beautifully wrapped perfect for gift giving.

Burial at Sea - This simple, yet creative, soap is made with vanilla shea butter bones encased in lavender "water".

This soap is one variation of what this seller makes, the second one is "Standard Burial" and has a brown glycerin around the bones. This spooky soap is great for guest bathrooms around Halloween time or if you decorate your bathroom with a mermaid style this could be a "Siren" soap.

Sandlewood Tumberose - This soap is a simple but great soap made by using Tumberose and Sandlewood fragrances. I just loved the way it smells so fresh and not too strong. The bar is also stamped with a beautiful Celtic knot and colored with a shade beautiful minty blue.

Earl Grey - I have always heard of everyone loving Earl Grey tea but I don't really like to drink tea at all myself. But, I do know that tea has great benefits, even for the skin, so I wanted to try my first "tea soap". It turns out that I have been missing out because this stuff works great! It has a very odd but good smell to it and looks as nourishing as it really is. The bar is also printed with a Fleur De Lis symbol which gives it a classy look. 

 All of these soaps are gorgeously made and well worth it! Also the seller is very creative and has just a great knack for making these wonderful soaps. If you would like to see more of these soaps, click here. Also if you would like a 20% discount on your order (of $4 or more) use this code: HAPPYBIRTHDAY16 for the entire month of September!