The Color Purple...

PURPLE is one of those colors that evokes strong feelings in people, think PURPLE passion... Well if you love PURPLE like me, you're going to love the featured items that I have found from indie artists this week- These featured items come from sellers on Etsy.com that I have come to admire over the past few months. I've also added a couple of my favorite drink recipes that fit the theme and a quote from Seth Godin, the author of Purple Cow. If you love all things modern and contemporary and would like to be considered for my future lists, I'd love to hear from you. Just leave a comment and link to your website or blog and I'll be sure to visit. Now let's see some PURPLE!


1. Sterling Lucite Cattail Earrings from boldsimple- $18.00

These quirky and vivid earrings feature deep purple vintage lucite and sterling silver earwires.Earrings measure 2 1/4" in back, 2" in front.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5561528 (click on link to visit boldsimple)

2. Flower Power Mosaic Collage Mirror from Gemini Moon Mosaics-$35.00

Titled "FLOWER POWER" this mosaic art panel is 12 inches high by 6 inches wide. A mixture of collage and mosaics, it features hand made paper, beads and vintage patterned tile with vitreous glass and glass gem accents. ~ABOUT THIS PIECE~Expanding on the idea of my mini mirror collection, I created this art panel with the thought of combining my love for collage with mosaics. The 2 mirrors are set upon a collage of handmade paper and beads. The colors are bold, fun and funky. The groovy orange, purple and red floral pottery are unique and very ReTRo. The purple grout ties the whole design together.This art panel is a signed, dated piece and will arrive ready to hang.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=551930 (click on link to visit geminimoonmosaics)

3. Asian Plum Vegan Soap from youstinksoap-$4.50

Handmade, vegan soap with quality oils and the extra benefits of Shea Butter. Tons of creamy, silky bubbles. A large bar, approximately 4.5 ounces.Scent description: A blend of plum, orchid, daffodil, jasmine, musk and vanilla. Fruity meets floral with a touch of sugary sweetness.Ingredients: Olive, coconut, palm, safflower and castor oils, shea butter, fragrance, titanium dioxide, purple ultramarine, merlot mica (colorants).To learn more about youstinksoaps unique soap making process please visit their shop.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5555758 (click on link to visit youstinksoap)

4. ORIGINAL Modern Abstract POP Art Dots Painting by Shauno- $20.00

Painted with acrylics measuring about 12" by 8" (inches).on 3/4 inch deep, gesso primed wood panel. Edges are painted and a keyhole slot has been routered on the back,therefore this painting is ready to hang.(Framing not necessary).Signed & dated on the backside. Dominant Colors : Purple & Pink
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=488056 (click on link to visit Shauno)

5. Purple Mod Squares Journal from stacyhandmade-$18.00

This JOURNAL measures 3 in. x 5 in. and has 68 blank pages. The cover is made with a purple wool felt. The designs are my own, then embroidered on the cover with an embroidery machine. The binding is Coptic style, which allows the journal to lie completely flat for ease in writing or drawing. The pages are Arches cover weight, white and acid-free. My journals are great for handwriting, sketching or adding small photos to them. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5585930 (click on link to visit stacyhandmade)

DRINKS

Purple Passion Martini

1 part vodka

1 part Chambord (raspberry liquer)

2 parts soda water

Shake and strain over ice and serve in a chilled martini glass.

Purple Cow Milkshake

1 C grape soda

2 C premium vanilla ice cream

1 T vanilla extract

1 C milk

Ice cubes

Place in a blender and blend. Serve in your favorite glasses and top with an oreo cookie for a special treat. Serves 4

Quote of the Week-

"You're either a Purple Cow or you're not. You're either remarkable or invisible. Make your choice."- Seth Godin, author of Purple Cow

To learn more about Seth's book click on link http://www.sethgodin.com/purple/