Surfer Hearts

Handmade in India from glass beads, resin, and durable plastic.  Great price, but each is sold separately. 

You can view larger pics and buy one over @ Two Hands Worldshop.  They also put up a profile and bio of the artisan, Shaista.

The raven on the cauldron beckons you to trust the magic.  Any reason not to? ;)

Read more about this lead-free pewter piece over @ Athena's Grove.

Check out the store's MySpace for happy customers and testimonials.

(Via StyleFeeder.)

These are just a few of the charms on sale by the world famous and rock star endorsed Femme Metale.  Their collection is pretty big so you will definitely find something that catches your eye.

View the entire line @ FemmeMetale.net.

Don't forget to check out their MySpace to see plenty of happy customers and fans.

A lovely necklace from the highly rated shop of Squidlicks.  This piece is composed of the various lifeforms on the moon...

Read more @ Squidlicks' Shop.

See Squidlicks on MySpace too.

A beautiful watercolor illustration on this cap by artist Kate Barnett. Great for spring. 

Buy one @ ShopPlasticLand.com.  Limited quantities.

(Via OO's LiveJournal).

Opulent Oddities combines various vintage materials to create accessories that add a romantic, mysterious quality to your look.  Their shop is highly rated and offers a personal service where you can request specific sizes for their pieces.

View their product line @ Opulent Oddities.

This little guy is called Zombie Boy and he is ready to go along and protect your valuables from urban evil doers in his own messenger bag.

Read more about attention hog Zombie Boy over @ KidPirate.com.

Don't forget to bring along his friends from the Monster Parade Pin Set.  Only $5 extra.

Fun Fact: You can also read an interview with Kid Pirate founder, Lindsay, over at the Shana Logic Blog.  Yay for blogs!

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(Via NOTCOT.org)  From the cute to the punk to the romantic, shuushuu has at least one thing made just for you.  The pictures shown here are just a small slice of the buttons they have.  But, don't forget they also have designer rings, stationary, and magnets.

View the entire line @ shuuushuu.com.

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You can never overuse emoticons :-!  Sweet Tooth Designs has necklaces, cufflinks, and other delights to help those smiley faces go from the virtual world to the real world...

View the entire line over @ Sweet Tooth Designs.

(Image copyrighted by Beloved by Sophie.)

(Via N.E.E.T. Magazine - March 2007.)

Glass hearts, keys, locks, and crystals mixed with splashes of blue and brass.  All it needs is for you to give it to that special someone ;)

Read more about it @ the Beloved by Sophie shop.

Another vintage find available at Sweet Thunder. This brass replica pendant with oxidized brass chain comes with your your choice of crystal (grey, brown, iridescent clear, or iridescent red). 

Get one @ SweetThunder.com.

Fun Fact: The symbol of seven swords piercing a heat is usually associated with the Virgin Mary and The Seven Sorrows.  Read more @ About.com and Wikipedia.

(Image copyrighted by  Just Katie.)

(Via Modish who raved about the Just Katie Designs shop.)

Features a lab grown gem with a paisley-like pattern to evoke a timeless feel.  A great modern spin on a centuries old idea.

Get one @ JustKatieDesigns.com.

Read more about the paisley pattern @ Wikipedia.

(Via N.E.E.T. Magazine - March 2007.)

Sweet Thunder has a wide selection accessories that goes from the vintage to the modern.  They have this pendant with necklace that stands out with its flash of colors on an adjustable sterling silver chain.  Get one @ SweetThunder.com.

(Via indiefixx.com)

Lucky Accessories says it best:

It's those little things we often forget to do in the busy bustle of life, but that are so important to be reminded of for quality of life!

Available reminders are Live, Love, Listen, Trust, Read, Laugh, Inspire, Speak, Faith, Dance, Sing.

Read more about these special little reminders @ Lucky Accessories.

(IndieFixx.com recommends Lucky Accessories, so shop with confidence.)

Some new arrivals available @ Sock-Dreams.com.  Made in Italy and available in 3 different color schemes in small or large.

Check out the good things Fabulist.org has to say about Sock Dreams.

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This tough little guy comes with your choice of necklace length (stainless steel curb chain).

Get your dragon @ aplanet4creation.com.

The shop, A Planet 4 Creation, was also given rave reviews over @ indieFixx.com, so shop with confidence.

(Image copyrighted by Starving Artist Bazaar/Jennifer Syfu.)

IndieFixx.com gave a rave review to these beautiful glass pendants that were handmade, making each piece one-of-a-kind.  Each comes with a sterling silver clasp and leather cord. 

Read the review @ indiefixx.com.

Buy them @ Starving Artists Bazaar.

(Images copyrighted by Luxury Lab Linens.)

(Via IndieFixx)  It's not every day a company gives you the option to add skulls, chandeliers, or lovely archers right on your bed.  Luckily, Luxury Lab Linens is there for you.  All of the company's designs are made with 300-thread count, Egyptian cotton, and are machine washable.

Pictured left: Elegant Mayhem
Pictured right: Your Best Shot

See all their designs and buy online @ LuxuryLabLinens.com.  (Some California residents can also check out in physical stores.)

You can also read more about how they make their handscreened product line.

Heart and crossbones... sounds good to me!  Just be careful with all those hearts you plan to steal.

Pink or Black available @ Shop Tokidoki.

Black or White available @ Azalea Online.

(Designed by the lovable & unstoppable tokidoki design firm.)

(Image copyrighted by CUT+PASTE and Mollie Dash.)

The St. Joseph Necklace is already sold out but this St. Christopher (patron saint of travelers) necklace is still available.  This one includes ethiopian brass beads with a sterling silver clasp.  Inscription is: Behold St. Christopher and go your way in safety.

Made by hand with love and care.  Available @ CUTxPASTE.com.

(Read more on the history of St. Christopher.)

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Formula Exo has done it again with this necklace. It includes a watch and small pendants all huddled together for warmth against the chilly night time air ;)

But it @ Formulaexo.com.

With its heart shaped skull eyes, sword, and sacred heart background, this bag lives up to its name.

Head on over to ShopPLASTICLAND.com for more info. on this and other accessories for your many urban adventures ;)

(Images copyrighted by Pintura Diamonds, Gemesis Diamond, and LifeGem.)

Can you tell which one of these was man-made or "cultured"? Find out in the News.com photo gallery.  It's a short photo-based report on the growing synthetic diamond industry.  How can anyone say "no" to one of these stones? ;)

Read more on synthetic diamonds @ Wikipedia.
Another fascinating article: Men hoard the diamonds.

(Via IndieFixx.com)  Add some classic flare to your look with ox stags, dragons, and leafy motifs.  Each of these pendants is made with brass, but you have to hurry to get one.  Just a few left for each.

From left to right:

• Brass - Buck Honey - ox stag
  
• Protectorate necklace - vintage glass and brass dragon
  
• Mimi - leafy motif with brass and vintage glass
  

See the entire line @ Bombalurina's Shop.  Shop with confidence by reading the shop's reviews.

(Images copyrighted by Amy Peters Studio.)

(Via IndieFixx.com) Specially designed and made to help identify the important things you feel in your soul :)  Handcrafted in the USA with sterling silver chains and spring ring clasp.

See all 7 different designs @ Amy Peters' Studio.

Subastral, Inc. is offering a wide selection of handmade wrought iron jewelry displays.  A great way to keep organized and add decorative touches to your home.  Read more @ Subastralinc.com or check out their highly rated eBay store.

(Images copyrighted by Shevon Grant Ceramics)

(Via EverLastingGlassArt.com.) These jewelry trays with a crackled glass center and matching ribbon measure 4 inches by 2 inches.  Put them next to your night stand to keep everything tidy and organized ;)

Buy it or see more trays @ Shevon Grant Ceramics. 

(Via StyleHive.com)  Too Faced designed this brooch to not only give your look plenty of punk glam, but also give you a place to carry around some shimmering lip gloss. It's hidden inside the faux onyx cameo.  Don't forget the retro charms that come along with it.  You get two styles to choose from.

Recommended by the members of ThisNext.com and StyleFeeder.com.

Buy it @ TooFaced.com, Amazon.com, or Nordstrom.com.

(Via Stylehive.com.) The website might be a little hard to navigate when you want to add items to your shopping cart, but it seems worth it for these handcrafted pieces.  Each is made with ribbon glass with roses and vines drawn by hand. 

Read more about these glass pendents and other items @ everlastingglassart.com.

Used properly with the right ensemble, these could really give the modern lady plenty of fun in or out of the city.  This pair has suede and canvas uppers with an allover graffiti print. 

You can find it on sale @ KarmaLoop.com.

These Petit Pan Dragonfly kites should entertain kids and their parents alike. Each is 19 inches wide and 16.5 inches tall with a bamboo frame.  The pink one is already sold out, but blue and white are still available.  Each sold separately.

Some of the other Petit Pan Kites are quite small, so it might be better to just keep them safe on the wall or hanging them on a chord like they are shown in the picture.  They just seem too precious to take out flying. The writers of BabyGadget.com seem to agree with me.

Buy one @ RoseAndRadish.com before they are all gone ;)

(Image copyrighted by dELiAs.com).

This imported necklace comes with a 25 inch chain and crystals in the center.  Only one color available though :( Still, metal and crystals are always charming.  Get one for your special someone @ dELiAs.com.

The Moncalin Company manufactures these stuffed animals to be sold in various stores and online shops.  Each is machine washable (gentle cycle), handmade in Los Angeles, and ultra soft. You do not have to worry much about pieces falling off since all the features are embroidered.  (They're cute & safe... but not cheap :(

This pink pig pictured here can be bought @ The Modern Nursery ($52 + $15 s/h) for the special someone your life.

Learn more about the manufacturer and view the entire collection @ Moncalin.com.  Fun fact:

In French, mon calin (in two words) literally means “my cuddle”, and indeed our toys are very cuddlesome!

Even their name is cute! 

(Via MightGoods.com.) They might be a little on the pricey side, but women seem to love them.  Sixteen inches high and made in Indiana (USA), these cost $14 per pair.  There are 8 different color designs to choose from and they show you a picture of each design. 

Buy them @ Elsewares.com.

Another limited edition choker by designer Marty Flint.  This one can only be found @ Shana Logic.  Your girl will love the soft pink leather, white stitching, and sparkling padlock.  Each one is handmade by its designer.

Buy one before they are all gone @ Shana Logic.  Don't forget to also check out the cuff version.

This modern design of the classic piggy bank still manages to retain it's cuteness.  The coin slot is wider than regular banks, making it easier to drop that loose change inside.  Made with porcelain, it stands 8 inchess tall and 6 inches wide.  Buy it for $30 @ Modern Nursery.

(Yeah... a bit pricey, but I believe the point is to save your dimes and nickels, not your dollars :)

These key rings come in packs of 12 and you get several different designs all for $18 (+ s/h).  Go and get a pack @ PlumParty.com.

In case you forgot St. Valentine's Day, you can still make it up to her with this 8 inch tall Bonsai tree in a ceramic pot.  It mainly blooms in spring, with periodic blooms in summer through winter.  The package also comes with care instructions.  Buy one @ ProFlowers.com.

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Online handmade crafts store, Formulaexo, has agrowing collection of necklaces and bracelets that really stand out.  Check out the Ahoy Mateys necklace with skull and anchor for the front and a pink ship's wheel meant to be worn on the back.  Buy one @ their online shop.

Don't forget to check out their customer photo gallery to see real customers showing off their favorite buys!

The fine people over at CUT+PASTE recommend this necklace "for girls that are a little more grown up, but still love to be cute."

Made of sterling silver. View the full profile over @ CUT+PASTE.

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The Perpetual Kid says:

Release the tension, let it rip! Insert the relevant photo into the pocket of his face and kick, slap and whack away!

Buy it for $25 @ Perpetual Kid.

This limited edition choker includes a leather backing coupled with vinyl strips and a metal padlock.  The designer, Marty Flint, makes each choker himself. 

Learn more about the designer @ MartyFlint.com.

Learn more and buy one for your girl @ Shana Logic before they are all gone!

The cuff version is also available @ Shana Logic. It's the same design, just smaller and at half the cost ;-)

It's always "Adventure Time!" with the Kid Pirate team. They produce some fashionable merchandise for the grown-up pirate with a young heart.  This reversible necklace comes with the various Kid Pirate logos on the front and back.  Check out the great price!

View more pictures and buy it @ KidPirate.com. 

I first heard about this from The Pampered Puppy website that keeps track of these things.  Aside from the beautiful logo design, this carrier comes with a removable hard bottom insert, blanket, and interchangeable handles. The online shop seems to have run out of the medium sizes, but they at least have the mini and small sizes.

Learn more and buy it @ ModernTails.com.

Funny Disney Channel Concert review - Plenty of photos with captions like:
quick! she's hyperventilating from this hideously unflattering outfit!!
It's all in good fun!

The Funky Food Shop seems to be the perfect place if you want chocolate, strawberries, and ice cream delivered directly to your doorstep.  Great prices on big quantities of astronaut foods. Each candy and ice cream is freeze-dried and easily transported to your home.  It's pretty much the same stuff astronauts eat up in space.  You can also shop with confidence at their eBay store with 99.9% positive buyer feedback.  Your neighbors also won't judge you for eating sweets since all they see is a big astronaut on the wrappers.

Apple necklace or the Pear necklace @ CUT+PASTE.  These did not make the cut to be "showcased" on this blog because I already had plenty of sterling silver on the blog.  They are still very cute for your sweetheart so check them out!

The fine people over @ The Pixelgril Shop have done it again.  These 4 pairs of emotibuds are available for $16.  People just don't seem to be getting tired talking about them.   They've been featured on thousands of websites according to Google.  I've first saw them over @ Gizmodo.

Buy them @ Shana Logic.

I first found out about these over @ Popgadget.com.  They're a cute and fun way to store your headphones.  The downside is that they cost $10 each.  Don't use the ball chain that is included because it is very weak according to one Amazon.com customer review.

Buy them at Amazon.com or JR.com.

The Cool Hunter also has more pictures.

Read a review with full pictures @ TamsPalm or read more customer reviews @ iPoditude.

I first heard about this @ StyleHive.com.  They're getting a lot of attention for being simple and effective at dealing with those headphone cords.

View the SmartWrap.net website.

Read reviews and buy a bundle of them @ Amazon.com or @  JR.com ( J&R music store).

Found through StyleHive.com, this silver & rhinestone skull necklace with chain is being sold over at Panic Doll.
View the entire inventory @ PanicDoll.com, which includes hearts, candy shapes, and cameos.

Accesorize your Fender with these guitar straps found over at CUT+PASTE.  These courduroy straps include a cotton lining with suede tabs. 

Read more about these guitar straps over @ CUT+PASTE.

(Pictures copyrighted by www.cutxpaste.com.)

(Picture copyrighted by LindsayDesigns.com).

Check out these key fobs for your sweetheart. Makes finding those keys a lot more fun. There are 39 different designs to choose from.

See the entire selection @ LindsayDesigns.com.

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The CUT+PASTE shop says:

These are handmade watches; the cuffs are made from sturdy, interfaced recycled vintage fabric and brand new watch faces and snaps. They're cute and practical and you'll ought to snatch one up in a second!

See the all the colors and designs available @ cutxpaste.com.

This is my favorite so far. Your sweetheart can eat the truffles and place the Bonsai on her desk as a reminder of you for years to come. ($60 + shipping.)

Buy it @ Harry & David.com.

These raingear boots are showing up in a few places on the Net.  I first saw them over @ Popgadget.   Stylehive bees also mention them where a few have chosen the more detailed designs.

Go directly to Diane's Little Lambs' storefront to view their entire catalog.  As an alternative, you can also visit their eBay store where they have earned a 99.8% positive feedback score.

Read the Popgadget review of the boots.

See which designs are the most popular @ Stylehive.

Update:  These boots are not the most popular thing on here.  I don't understand.  Skulls and hearts on women... what's wrong with that?  :(

Get creative with these wristcuffs fully lined with various hand sewn beads, chains, and fabrics. CUT+PASTE recommends these for both formal and casual occasions.

Buy the Shot Sheriff wristcuff (left).

Buy the Summer wristcuff (right). 

(Pictures copyrighted by www.cutxpaste.com.)

Pictured here (top) is the Pink Camo and Blue Camo available @ Schtickers.com.  Below  is the  *NEW* Retro LapSchticks and the Hokusai - The Great Wave Laptop Skin. (Via StyleHive.)

View  all the designs @ Schtickers.com.

Update: Read a review @ I4U News.  Seems that they are reusable and becoming very popular.

Pictured here (left to right) is a Translations pencil cup, trash can, and magnetic board with 4 magnet treats. Each is constructed using Japanese newspaper paper mache. (Via StyleHive.)

Buy them @ 3rliving.com.

Design boutique, tokidoki, has done it again with their Pink Sandy Spike Watch. 

Buy the watch or learn more about this boutique design firm over at www.tokidoki.it that is heavily inspired by Japanese pop culture.

Popgadget also has news of new tokidoki products.

Karma Kiss has all the Tick Tock Pop clocks for sale.  Manufactured by a fun company called Streamline, these clocks use 1 AA battery.

Buy one of these clocks over @ KarmaKiss.com.

Freelance illustrator, Martin Abel, has created a gallery of pinup art where he merges romance, sex appeal, and imagination. Although not exactly work place friendly,  you should still visit his site for some stunning art and great merchandise to buy @ MartinAbel.com.

Shufflesome produces some pretty great outfits for the latest iPods. Pictured here is DEVILESS by Massimiliano Panzironi. 

View more designs at Shufflesome. (Via Digg.)

Update:
Read some info. on the company's blog on removing the outfits so you can try out other designs.

Read a rave review about Shufflesome products with pictures.

iLounge also loves Shufflesome products. ;)

John Schwegel, freelance illustrator, has posted a collection of wallpapers from his gallary of characters where he combines the macabre with the cute.  Pictured here is, KINDLE. View more wallpapers or check out some of his other merchandise.