Pink for October- Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In this world we live in, everyone knows someone who has fallen victim to breast cancer. What a vicious and horrible disease that affects a tremendous amount of people, men and women included.

Now this is not a public service announcement, but something everyone needs to be talking about and fighting. Did you know about 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime? That's a truly alarming statistic.

Unfortunately this disease runs in my family. At the age of 22 I lost my Grandmother to her second round of breast cancer. We call her Maw Maw. Unfortunately she was very ill when my oldest, Marlee, was born so we didn't get many pictures. My youngest daughter Amelia was born exactly one year after her passing. She made a sad day a celebration. I definitely think Maw Maw had a hand in that. :)

How to Help:

In this special month let's all take a moment and somehow contribute to the cause.

- National Breast Cancer Foundation

- Susan G. Komen Research Foundation

If we all spend just a moment supporting and caring for one another, we can truly make a difference.

In honor of this PINK MONTH I'd like to share my new Etsy Treasury with you. Here are a few of the gorgeous breast cancer awareness items I have featured:

 Losing is Not an Option Tee from Magik Tees

 Think Pink Quilt by Lanner's Quilts

 

Cancer Awareness Wooden Plaque by Kay Kay Crafts

 

Survivor Pendant Necklace by Creatively Crafted GA

Have a look at the full treasury here:

Think Pink Treasury by Creatively Crafted GA

Please share stories of courage below or email them to me at creativelycraftedga@gmail.com. I would absolutely love to hear them!

Much Love,

Lindsey

Sunshine on a Rainy Day

Well folks, it's Monday. I don't know about you, but here in Georgia it is gloomy and rainy outside. Perfect weather to curl up on the couch with a mug of coffee and a book.

With that being said- most of us spend our Mondays working. Whether it's in an office, at home with your adorable (yet HYPER) kiddos and every where else in between... it is still Monday.

On that positive note I, the marvelous Lindsey, will distract you with bright, colorful and cheerful items I've found around Etsy.

 

Origami Crane Mobile by Dear Paper Love on Etsy

 Soft Art Bunny Toy from WassupBrothers on Etsy

 Stoneware Kitchen Canisters from ClayLicious on Etsy

Small Soutache Earrings from Dalika Handmade on Etsy

Well, I know I feel better now! Head over to my Etsy Profile to view the entire Bright and Cheery Treasury to liven up your Monday. 

Bright and Cheery Treasury via Etsy

 Aren't these colors awesome?

Much Love,

Lindsey

Shop Sunday

In my home, Sunday is my day to create. All the ideas churning in my head throughout the week finally have the chance to come to life. Being an 8-5 working woman, these shop Sundays are so wonderful for me.

With that being said, I'd like to share a few new products from my shop:

Chunky Black Beaded Statement Necklace

Deep Purple and Blue Beaded Statement Necklace

Wire Wrapped Crystal Drop Earrings

Set of 3 Small Stud Earrings

Mint Green and Lavender Bar Necklace

Thanks for stopping by!

Lindsey

Fascinating Friday

So we've all seen the typically adorable Wordless Wednesdays and Throw Back Thursdays in Bloggy land, but I'm starting a new one in honor of all of the incredibly talented DIY'ers out there!

Have you ever seen some lovely, inspiring or extremely detailed handmade item and wonder "HOW in the WORLD did they do that??" I have so many times while browsing Etsy or even Pinterest. There are so many incredibly talented and fascinating artists out there and Fascinating Friday is going to be a great way to showcase them!

Here's a few that I have seen browsing Etsy that completely blow me away:

 Little Red Boat Necklace by Strangely Yours on Etsy

 Hand Painted Galaxy Salt and Pepper Shakers by Tulacz Fine Arts on Etsy

 

Vintage World Map Wood & Wool by Beau Grand Monde on Etsy

 

 Each of those are truly incredible works of art and great things to give as gifts or treat yourself! Those galaxy salt and pepper shakers are already on my gift list!

 Are there any unique items you create or have had your eye on? Please share in the comments below if so! I'd love to have a look.

 Happy Friday Ya'll!

 

Green Beaded Peacock Necklace by Creatively Crafted GA 

Minimalist Jewelry- Yay or Nay?

Dainty chains, small pendants, bar necklaces... I think at this point we have all seen the minimalist jewelry trend. I think it is wonderful- the simplicity is lovely.

From the ultra famous to the ultra fabulous- minimalist jewelry is in.

Here's Blake Lively wearing a bright blue bar necklace

And the lovely Scarlett Johansson on the Today Show

What's your take on this trend? Love it or leave it? I think this trend is here to stay for quite a while, due to it's classic simple look.

Have a look at the two new bar necklaces I added to my shop today and browse the work of many other Etsians. 

Dainty Pearl Bar Necklace by Creatively Crafted GA

Simple and Colorful Bar Necklace by Creatively Crafted GA

Thanks for stopping by!

Jewelry Storage and Organization

So you love jewelry, yes? With so many fantastic options out there- a girl simply can't resist. Personally I spend WAY too much time looking shopping for jewelry and supplies on Etsy... not to mention the enormous amount of DIY jewelry on Pinterest!

Here are a few of my fall favorites from my Etsy shop-

Gold Drop Earrings- Perfect for Fall

 Green Multi Strand Necklace- Chunky Chain and Pearl 

Beetlejuice Inspired Halloween Earrings

Okay, so you have all of these earrings and that's where (a VERY small, nothing to stop you from buying earrings) problem arises. If you can't tell from my Etsy shop, perhaps I should post a photo of the massive amount of earrings I own. I have FINALLY found the most practical storage option that doesn't result in me tossing the earrings down on the counter instead of putting them away.

One day soon I will post a tutorial for this amazing little item that was created from stuff I already had in my craft room! Desperate times call for desperate measures!

Now here's my question- What do you use for storing your jewelry? Do you prefer to make something yourself or purchase an organizer? 

Here's a few of my faves on Etsy right now- 

 Ecological Wooden Peacock Jewelry Stand via Pink Tina

Jewelry Organizer Wall Rack via Got a Hang Up

Wall Hanging Jewelry Storage via Black Forest Cottage

 

 

See you soon with my own -DIY Easy Jewelry Hanger-!

 

Yours,

Lindsey

Make a Statement with Turquoise

Hello Lovely People,

I want to share with you a few new items I posted in my shop this morning. I am slowly trying to get this all off the ground and I am so looking forward to sharing with you!

My Etsy Shop is called Creatively Crafted GA... go figure! :P

I am a Georgia Peach and mama to two sweet little ladies. My passion is creating and my mind is constantly racing with new ideas.

Here's a few of the new pieces. Feel free to stop by my Etsy shop and check out all of the designs!

 Turquoise Lotus Flower Pendant Necklace

 Harvest Moon Beaded Drop Earrings

 Beetlejuice... Beetlejuice! Halloween Earrings

Outer Banks Boho Beaded Statement Necklace

Hope you have a wonderful day!