Here's my first handmade purchase from ETSY--a handmade crochet cosie from Nadine's lovely shop Handmade Little Lovelies. It arrived from the UK so quickly and I love, lurve it so much! I look forward to many mocha days with it! Nadine's got many more items in her shop such as these pretty floral bracelets so perfect for warm, carefree summer days. There are also sweet zakka style pincushions for those front porch summer sewing sessions.

Nadine's blog Handmade Little Lovelies also features crafter interviews and sweet giveaways! Also visit her tumblr site that's filled with the prettiest visual and textual inspiration. If you've got a handmade shop, her blog is the perfect place to place an ad! Email her for inquiries about ad rates.I know it's a sweet deal!

It's also Mug Monday on June 22 UK time (your timezone). This show- off- your- fave- mug event is hosted by the lovely illustrator, textile designer and surface pattern designer Valerie of Acornmoon blog. Do make plans to join in!

Have a wonderful Sunday!

P.S. Check out these super quick japanese beauty tips! They're a blast!

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