Before I focused on home crafts exclusively, I used to make jewelry. I know firsthand the work that goes into designing and crafting individual pieces. And that's why I'm featuring Creative Jewelry By Marcia* for today's Under $25 Gift Guide post.Marcia creates high quality, designer jewelry - including earrings, bracelets and necklaces - to fit every budget. If mass-produced pieces aren't your thing, Marcia's timeless pieces are sure to become a favorite!I just love these...
~scrub-a-dub-dub~
November 30, 2020 / BY Okio B Designs
I know Saturday was the big day to Shop Small, but we can all keep it going by supporting small businesses every day! And that's why today's Under $25 Gift Guide features Dermaroot Natanicals, a female- and minority-owned holistic beauty company. Created by Dr. Gwendolyn Green, a Doctor of Pharmacy and a Licensed/Registered Pharmacist, Dermaroot Natanicals offers a versatile selection of healthy, organic and vegan skin, hair and body products. My favorites include the Tonka Bean...
~happy thanksgiving~
November 26, 2020 / BY Okio B Designs
Wishing all of you a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving!Jeanine ...
~stocking stuffers that make scents~
November 23, 2020 / BY Okio B Designs
I'm back after a few days of being down for the count with a nasty cold. Yes, a cold. Remember them? 😆 Anywho, let's get back to business with today's Under $25 Holiday Gifts post.I'm sharing two of my favorite perfumes from one of my favorite online retailers: FragranceNet.com*. First up is Pink Sugar by Aquolina. This has been my go-to scent for a few years now. The notes of Cotton Candy, Sandalwood, Strawberry and...
~it's beginning to look a lot like christmas~
November 18, 2020 / BY Okio B Designs
When 2020 throws you lemons, you make lemonade and break out the Christmas cheer! Well, at least that's what I've been doing - minus the lemonade. 😏Mr. Okio B hasn't complained one bit. Probably because he knows it makes me less anxious in these uncertain times. And my boys are completely onboard.I didn't want to buy a lot of new Xmas pieces this year. However, when I saw all the cuteness at Target's Dollarspot and...
~give the gift of color~
November 17, 2020 / BY Okio B Designs
I love supporting fellow Etsy sellers...especially when their products are just so stinking cute! So, for today's Under $25 Gift Guide post, meet Art2TheExtreme - makers of the original rainbow crayon. Created by Nicole Lewis, a former art teacher, Art2TheExtreme offers personalized and customized crayon designs. The idea came to Nicole when she realized a need for adaptive art supplies for the special needs children in her classroom. Since then, her creations have exploded, and she...