Red...

"Red is the ultimate cure for sadness"--Bill Blass


I couldn't of said that better myself. Red, what a strong, bold color!


Fun facts about the color red: 

• Red is the color of the base or root chakra
• Mentally: Red stimulates energy
• Physically: Red increases enthusiasm
• Red is the color for beauty in many languages

Wow, what a color! It also happens to be one of my friends favorite color, Georgia, who's middle name, oddly enough, is Rose! Well, Georgia, you beautiful, strong, vibrant woman, this blog post is for you!


Red, no matter who you are, evokes a strong reaction within. Ever heard of 'don't wear white or RED to a wedding that's not your own'? You don't want to take attention away from the bride.


Ever heard of painting your door red for good luck? Betcha have!


Well, let's see what goodies Etsy has for us that can stimulate us mentally and physically...


Polka Dot Red and White Set by seekimrun
When I was back home in Miami, Georgia and I traditionally set out for Cuban coffee every Saturday and Sunday afternoon. During the week, I would sometimes have coffee at her place. How I wish I would of seen this set for her birthday. She would of loved it! (Do you like it Georgia?) In an instant you feel at home with this vintage creamer and sugar set.






HUGE Moonlight and Roses 30x40 Original Painting on Gallery Wrapped Canvas by LindaSuzStudios                                       
I love roses, what girl doesn't (take notes guys!), and of course, so does Georgia Rose. What's better than giving roses that will die in a week? A painting of beautiful roses that will last forever. I'm truly in love with this painting. The colors in the painting look so vibrant and evoke a sense of happiness in an instant. Georgia, if you are reading this, you need to put this up in your apartment. This SCREAMS Georgia Rose. Oh, and better yet, it's a one of a kind item! Looking at this shop, this artist is truly inspiring. Amazing stuff. 

Hand Dyed Pagoda Red Silk Scarf / Play-silk by BirdNestEggs                                                                       
Quiz time: What's the fastest way to dress up, dress down, or change and outfit completely? DUH! Add a scarf! This 100% Haboti Silk scarf is a definite must have for anybody. Georgia: You want it? I know you want it! Are you taking out your credit card and hitting that 'Add to Cart' button on the upper right hand corner? I know you are. You are getting one for me too? How sweet of you! Can I have the lavender one please since you are already getting the red one? You are so generous! THANK YOU :)

Not your usual Wine Bottle Gift Bag by totesbycharlotte                                                                 
 I think I'm going to buy like 20 of these. The gift bag is like a gift within its self. I KNOW it's supposed to be a wine bottle gift bag, but what's stopping it from being a tote for the spring, or the summer? Or when you want to take a book, a bottle of water and an apple and sit in the park and read? You give this as a gift to a host or anyone else and they will be all over you like white on rice <---yeah, I said it! GEORGIA: You know you want this one too. I'll tell you what...get it, and I'll provide the wine when I get back. I think this bag is such a great idea. Check out the store, they even have monogrammed bottle gift bag. WHAT? Yeah, that's right. FYI: My birthday is less than a month away..you could totally purchase this for me.

Well, that's it for today my lovelies. Stay tuned tomorrow (I think) for another edition of  HANDPICKED ETSY! 

I'm going to bed now. 

CIAO BELLA!