Etsy Things That Make You Go, "HUH?!?!

Oh, yes... It's back! I have another fun, little collection of oddities from my beloved Etsy. So if you truly are looking for that really UNIQUE Christmas gift, well, then... it does not get much more unique than the rare -- and sometimes awkward -- doo-dads and what-nots you'll see here!
ENJOY!

1. First up, we have something that's just ideal for potty trainees in training or perhaps for those folks who might be a *wee bit, uh... irregular?!? (*pun intended!) It's a perfect little pair of "I poop" and "I tinkle" buttons to display proudly on a sweater, a vest or a purse strap, to share with the world, proving how regular you are... or to wear proudly after completing the task! What 2-year-old wouldn't want to proudly showcase their newly learned accomplishment?!?! (Of course, these buttons don't include the words: "in the toilet," so there are some major assumptions happening in that last scenario!)


2. Second, since we already have some potty talk happening here, I figured I would toss this one in the mix. If you've been looking for the perfect way to store and display your toilet paper, then I have found the item for you: a set of 3 devil bath tissue tissue cozies! According to the devishly odd listing, These "hand-painted cozies make the search for extra toilet paper a fun one." As well, "these friendly creatures can be used in a group or one at a time." YES! That's great, because you know that you can't just have ONE devil toilet paper cozie!


3. Next up is a great addition to your holiday wardrobe: an unhappy-looking cat-dressed-as-Santa pin! If I were wearing those tight, pointy shoes, I'd probably have a scowl on my face, too. Oh, and good news, if you don't wear pins, this can be a magnet OR a Christmas ornament! Unhappy cats, all around!


4. I certainly did not want to overlook the Thanksgiving holiday, as it IS coming up next week. So here is a fun, little something or other that's sure to please! It's a LIMITED EDITION 8x10 photo of a GUINEA PIG, uh Thanksgiving Turkey... ummmmmm, Pilgrim! And each print is signed and numbered! What a keepsake! :) Hey, I'll admit: it is pretty darn cute! AND... we even know that the "model's" name is Ava! (And the artist seems to genuinely enjoy her guinea pig pics. She states, "All guinea pig prints are natural. No Photoshop techniques are used. My goal is to represent the true nature and personality of my furry companions. What I hope the viewer is left with is a sense of the warm relationship humans & animals share.")


5. Since the cold weather is, well, sort of here, every once in a while in good ole' Alabama, it might be time to consider THIS handy little NOSE WARMER!?!?! What? I don't know.... I would feel pretty darn stupid if I had this on my face. Is it just me? I see that and think stuff like "horse," and "feed bag" and "weird." Really, people? Is this a fad up North somewhere!?!? 'Cause it has NOT yet hit the South! :)


6. Next on the list is an odd little trinket. Perhaps this will be that perfect gift for someone... someone who likes real moose poop! Yes, indeed. It's poop. On a keychain. And I, for one, just would not be too happy with doo doo on a chain. Of course, you can get it on a necklace. Wow. Moose dookies hanging around my neck. Charming. Is this a substitute for coal? What's Santa thinkin'?!?! Oh, never mind....I guess if it were his doing, it would have been reindeer poop. On a keychain. My bad.


7. Please explain. Please. Am I missing something here? Really? Is this a joke that I just don't get? Is this bad? I mean... these are whales. Hand embroidered whales. One has a beard, or some barnacles growing on its mouth. And I just don't understand. I don't even get the name of this thing. It's called the "whale break up hand embroidery." Y'all still as lost as I am? Hmmmmmmmmm....

Alabama is already ahead of the game....

Looks like another one of my "LoveTubs" made it to an etsy treasury entitled "Fun, Football and Tailgaiting!"! But I am a bit torn on this one. While it's great that my "Roll Tide" tub is featured, I feel like I have betrayed my team. Sorry, Auburn. Looks like Alabama is already on a roll....




You can visit my etsy store and see MORE LoveTubs and other crafty doo-dads by clicking HERE!

First clipboard on Etsy!

Yay! I've been making clipboards to get ready for school, and one of them (A+ Teacher) made it to an Etsy treasury!






You can visit my etsy store and see MORE LoveTubs and other crafty doo-dads by clicking HERE!

I'm honored...

...to have another LoveTub featured on an Etsy treasury! :) Hooray! :)





You can visit my etsy store and see MORE LoveTubs and other crafty doo-dads by clicking HERE!

Me? Again?

I was just featured on Etsy again in yet another treasury, "my favorite four letter word"! :) That's so exciting!
As well, I've finally made my first few online sales! (Of course, those who live near me don't have to worry about shipping and such, so I can create a cheaper, custom listing if y'all want anything!)




You can visit my etsy store and see MORE LoveTubs and other crafty doo-dads by clicking HERE!

Wow -- I've been chosen!

Y'all know I love Etsy....
Well, I opened up my very own Etsy shop (BSimpleCrafts) a few weeks ago.... AND one of my "LoveTubs" was featured on "Honey, it's a BeeBee Shower."
Of course, I have yet to make a sale (online, that is), but it was way fun to be noticed on Etsy! :)






You can visit my etsy store and see MORE LoveTubs and other crafty doo-dads by clicking HERE!

Homemade Funnies

I am a BIG fan of Etsy. Some may say that I'm an addict. I don't think it's become QUITE that big of a problem.... yet.... but I do admit that I love looking through the site and adding things to my "favorites."

I'm not a seller on the site (not yet anyway!), but I have definitely been a buyer! :) I have purchased homemade bibs and burp cloths for Iain, shirts and onesies for Jaiden and Iain, barrettes, pacifier holders, ladybug plant magnets, a needle felted turtle... and handmade cards for all occasions. I just love all the unique -- and sometimes one-of-a-kind -- items!

Ok, that being said, while I always find neat things that I absolutely fall in love with, I also stumble across things that are just.... well, WEIRD! So, I have decided to share a few of those Etsy oddities with y'all... just so I don't have to sit here giggling to myself... or, in some cases, sit here with a VERY confused look on my face!

See for yourself!

1. "Fancy turd squeaker"

Wow. A TURD toy! And is squeaks! I hope this is not for kids! I guess I might feel a wee bit better if my dogs, not my children, were playing with poo toys. Maybe. I'm just not so sure! Here is some of the description:
This Turd has a Squeaker inside, for hours of fun and entertainment.
Double reinforced seam.
Around 2 1/2 to 3 inches wide.


2. Sensitive folk and possibly those of the male gender may want to turn away for this one! :)
"Brown puppies pad"

Maybe it's just me, but I am a little disturbed by this. Not only is it a re-usable feminine hygiene product, it has PUPPIES on it! Hmmmm, no. Not for me, thanks! While perhaps a cute fabric, it would be quite awkward, I think, to use such a thing. And the weirdest thing is, there are TONS of these things on Etsy -- available in all sorts of different fabrics! Could this be taking homemade a little too far?!?!
(And I am not including the description on this one. You can check that out yourself, if you feel the need!)


3. "Antler ring, whitetail deer"

Ummmmm.... can anyone say, "uncomfortable"? How about: "It's all fun and games until someone loses an eye." Wow. I can't say that a deer antler ring is a fad I'll be supporting any time soon. I'm just not sure I get the point! HA! "Get the POINT!?!?!" OK. Enough said.
Here is part of the description:
This is a listing for one ring...size 7 light coloured wood.
Inspired by the souvenir, and the desire to take a "piece" of a place away with you, this design is inspired by my love of Canadiana....

4. "Funky food dish detergent soap bottle apron cover wrap"

I chuckled at this bottle apron thingie when I first spotted it on Etsy. Maybe it was the fabric. but then it kind of grew on me. And now I have one in my Etsy "favorites." Why? I don't know. I certainly don't NEED an apron for my dish washing liquid bottle. But it's kind of fun! I'll just skip the weird-food-with-faces fabric, though! :)
Here is part of the description:
A solution to dress up your dishsoap, detergent bottle!
This apron handcrafted by me.It will be cute on your sink or can be a great gift for everyone why has a sink.
You can give as a gift with good bottle of wine and she can put it on a soap bottle later. Or a solution as an inexpensive fun gift for coworkers or friends with a soap bottle.


5. "King Kong toilet seat and tank lid cover set plus light switch cover"

I dare you to get this set. I mean, hey, it comes with a matching light switch cover!!! :) Plus, don't you want the phrase "The 8th wonder of the world" in your bathroom? I wonder if this fabric was just really cheap. REALLY cheap! :)
Here is part of the description:
This beautifully handcrafted, high quality toilet seat and tank lid cover set utilizes elastic around the outside edges to allow for a perfect fit. The fabric is made out of cotton and has been pre-shrunk. There are three layers to make it extra durable; the top is the patterned fabric, then there is a layer of interfacing, and then the bottom is a coordinating solid fabric.

You know, it does sound pretty durable. Maybe they have a matching pad to go with it?


So, there you go. A few handmade funnies straight from Etsy. Loads of fun! :) I may have to do this again sometime...