NOAH handbags are cruelty-free, made of vegan-friendly materials like canvas and Italian PVC. They are  easy to organize inside with 3 pockets which can be used for stashing phone, change, or your lipstick. There’s a clip for your keys and an inner zipper compartment. They are closed with a magnetic closure.
The Fall Collection includes beautiful appliqued bags. Each piece an artist statement. Below you can find a few that I thought were especially cute. If you find something that you like, then use offer code DEAL25 at checkout to receive 25% off of your purchase price.

Autumn Leaves
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My favorite  style of earrings is a hoop. I can still remember my very first pair of little gold hoops, when I was 11. This pair of silver hoops was made by the Green Diva Jewelry company out of hammered, recycled silver. The hammered texture gives the timeless classic hoop a “…bit of an edge.”  They are 2.5 inches in diameter.

Hammered Silver Hoops
$43
Green Diva Jewelry takes the idea of maintaining a green business very seriously. They follow a platform that they call the 5 Pillars Of Green.
*Green Materials – They use recycled, sustainable, renewable, second-hand, vintage, and fair trade materials.
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When it comes to making updates to your wardrobe, adding new accessories is an easy and cost-effective place to start. Cheaper than a new pair of high-end booties or a designer bag, chokers are fun and funky Fall accessory trend.
The look is a mix of bold and feminine. The use of heavier-weight materials or a wider necklace takes a girly item and give it a touch of edginess. Some of the choker designs include multi-strand chains, beading – glass or metal, assorted baubles, and gemstones. Take a look at Rihanna below for an example.

I found some cute chokers in the …read more

Etsy weekend shopping…. I found an interesting interview with  jewelry designing sisters, Courtney Spivak and Christina Spivak, whose shop White Owl carries lovely jewelry made from vintage items like  reclaimed crochet pieces, lace, or metals.
The sisters are creative by influence and choice – their interview says that they are “from a family of artists…” Courtney Spivak teaches communications at the college level, makes short independent films, and is also a musician. Christina Spivak is a stylist and commercial photographer. She’s worked in both independent and Hollywood film. The sisters began by selling their pieces in craft fairs and now their work …read more

Etsy weekend shopping….. Well, after spending almost all of my money on back to school clothes, I’ve only got enough left for accessories.
What do you think of these earrings made from recycled tin and brass? They are fashioned after mini-size, old-fashioned mirrors. The earrings hang from new nickel-free lever-back earring wires. You can find them in the Little Black Rabbit’s shop.

Recycled Tin and Brass Earrings – Vintage Mirrors
$40
More recycled tin and brass from Little Black Rabbit…

Faded Rose Necklace
$45
Made from recycled tin, “vintage and pink.” It hangs from a 27 inch brass chain. Also hanging from a 27 inch brass chain, …read more

Etsy Weekend shopping…… upcycled Alice in Wonderland-themed pendants. As you may have noticed before, I love a clever pendant. These pendants made with recycled Scrabble tiles feature Alice in many of her Wonderland adventures.
The Alice graphic is decoupaged to a tile, making it secure, but not waterproof, so take it off before hitting the shower. The pendants are shipped in a little organza bag making them perfect for giving as a gift. They are only $5 so you can complete the entire Alice in Wonderland collection easily.

Alice in Wonderland Pendant
$5
Take a look at the IMCreations shop for more recycled Alice …read more

If you are a vegan looking for some shopping advice, PETA has a pagethat lists favorite shops, links for how-tos, etc.  That’s where I found a link to Ahimsa Footwear – a good source of vegan shoes, bags, belts, and wallets.
Then, I found this bag……

Fat Sushi by Redhanded Bags
Retails for $155
The Fat Sushi bag was handmade in North Carolina out of “biodegradable polyurethane-based faux leather with cotton backing.” Organic cotton lines the inside.  No buttons or zippers, it’s closed with a magnetic snap.  It’s good-sized with dimensions of Width 15″ x Height 13″ x Depth of 5″.  Webbing inside ensures you …read more

I wanted to share one of my latest ETSY obessions with you. These wet bags are a simply fantastic solution for travelling, even just around town, with lots of lotions and tonics that tend to leak. I always use ziplock bags when I’m packing so they won’t leak on my clothes. That is after two HORRIBLE experiences with body oil staining a dress for a graduation ceremony and garlic oil for an ear infection leaking over everything. Garlic on pasta= delicious. Garlic on your underwear= disgusting. I think for the upcoming Holiday travel season I will save the plastic and …read more