Time to Find:: Handmade Spring and Summer Dresses

It's that time of year.... time to purge the kids' closets.

My middle daughter, pretty much lives in dresses and skirts. Everyday...a dress or a skirt. So, I decided to do a little snooping into what is being offered this year on Etsy, and spread a little love to my friends on the ETSYKID TEAM while I was at it!! Check out my finds!


Etsykids Team - spring/summer dresses

handmade girls... by markoosmodern

Navy and Red dress - $29.50 - RAEGUN
Floral Dress with ruffle bib - $44 - BOUTIQUEMIA
Hula Halter - $34 - HOTLAVACLOTHING
Jungle Pinafore - $24.50 - GROOVYGIRLZ
Forrest Sheath with Pocket - $49 - WILDTHINGSDRESSES
Strawberry Sweet Dress - $34 - BRIDGETANDCO
Bright Patchwork Dress - $62 - LOLAANDCLEMENTINE
Orange and Teal dress - $38 - CUTIEFLAIR
Yellow Dress with Poppy - $32 - CORINNECITROLO


Thanks for looking!! Which is your favorite? Did you find a new designer to love today??

<3 Aubrey

Markoosmoderndesign.com
Markoosmoderndesign.etsy.com

Follow Me:
Twitter @MarKoosModern
HERE for Facebook

YAY!! I was treasured - twice!

Hey kids... thought I'd share my latest treasuries...

MIDAS TOUCH

OMBRE PARTY TIME

good ones too :)

<3 Aubrey

Unique and Stylish Handmade Easter Baskets and Pails

I LOVE Easter Baskets. There is something about the tradition of the basket that gives me that warm-n-fuzzy holiday feeling.

I have had the same Easter basket since I was a baby. The Easter Bunny still fills it for me every year (even though I dump all of the goodies into my kids' baskets). There is something about holding onto that piece of your childhood, remembering all those mornings waking up to the colorful goodies staring at you from your trusty basket. Very warm memories.

-- here are some memory making tools :)

Simple and Vintage Inspired -

Simple and... by markoosmodern

Waldorf Bucket - $12 - APPLENAMOS
Natural Wood crate bucket - $20 - MISCKDESIGNS
Natural Fabric Basket - $41.58 - GOODWISHESQUILTS
Vintage Bunny Tin - $5.08 - BELLEANDBOO

Whimsical and Fun Buckets and Pails

Whimsical and... by markoosmodern

Shabby Chic Pail - $28.99 - SASSYFRAZDESIGNZ
Peter Rabbit Basket - $70.69 - GOODWISHESQUILTS
Monogram pail - $18 - VINTAGEBYNICOLE
Personalized Bunny Pail - $30 -BINTHEREDESIGNS
Initial and Name pail - $22 - HAPPYTHOUGHTSGIFTS

Goodness.. these just make me feel happy :)

<3 Aubrey
Markoosmoderndesign.com
Markoosmoderndesign.etsy.com



Follow Me:
Twitter @MarKoosModern
HERE for Facebook

New Markoos Designs!!

Added more from my Spring/ Summer collection last night!



The Sweet Simone Dress! - Available in sizes 6/12mo to 7/8. - $45

See the listing HERE



The Mint Julep Dress - sizes 6/12mo to 5/6 - $52

View the listing HERE

Thanks!!

<3 Aubrey

Design of the day 2/15/12

Here is today's design of the day!!! View the listing HERE



<3 Aubrey

Snow White Style for your Princess

So, you have undoubtedly noticed the recent revamping of classic fairy-tales.. be it Disney, or ABC, I think it is VERY COOL. Of course, little girl's love princesses, but, if you are like me, character t-shirts from Target may not be quite what you like to see your kiddos in.

To the rescue!

This week my styleboards will feature looks based on all of your little sweetheart's favorite princesses, but with a stylish kick!! Good for both of you!

Today we have Snow White, with a Rock'n'Roll kick. Compromise is so fun, isn't it :)

Rock'N'Roll... by markoosmodern

MOM tatoo Tee -$23 - LITTLESTINKERDESIGNS
Snow White Locket - $15 - SPACEPEARLS
Big Red Felt Bow - $14 - LITTLECLOUDS
Hoodie - $38 - SPGTKIDS
Snow White Tutu - $20 - CAROUSELKIDS
Polka Dot Leggings - $25.42 - OLIVEANDVINCE
Yellow Leather Ballet Flats - $65 - THEWHITERIBBON
Snow White Button - $3 - SHAPECHANGERS


Thanks for looking!!

Aubrey
markoosmoderndesign.com
markoosmoderndesign.etsy.com

follow me here:
Twitter: @markoosmodern
Facebook

No Shave November - not just for the men!!!

Well, first of all... I would like to apologize for the long hiatus. My husband and I were fortunate enough to be able to build a new home. We did some of the work on our own, and have now completed the move... we were busy bees!!! So, again, I apologize, but I am back and better than ever!! We will be starting reviews in the coming weeks, and the Holidays are sure to prove to be spectacular inspiration for some great styleboards!!

.......................

Are your husbands, (or you guys...I don't discriminate) involved in no shave November?? Its the worlds best excuse to be lazy, look like a caveman, and keep your face warm. It's also good for a warm chuckle... My thoughts?? Get the kids involved! There are so many awesome products that allow the kiddos to be a part of this silly Holiday :) Check out these finds ...

No Shave... by markoosmodern

Legwarmers - $9.00 - BMODDESIGNS
Booties - $32.00 - PLEASANTLYPLUMPKNITS
Dress - $58.00 - TEENYBUNNY
Beard Hat - $25.00 - MOMMABE7
Button - $1.00 - SKYCOUTURE
Binky - $10.00 - BABESTOGRANDMAS
Blocks - $22.00 - DEBBIEISADOPTED
T-shirt - $15.00 - ALPHABETAPPAREL
Wooden Toy - $12.00 - LITTLEALOUETTE
Skirt - $20.00 - WAVEKAIA


Thanks for visiting!! Like what you see??

Follow me!
Twitter: @markoosmodern
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/markoosmoderndesign

Thanks!!
<3 Aubrey

Markoosmoderndesign.com
Markoosmoderndesign.etsy.com

Silly Sunday - Funny Stuff to Make You Laugh

Etsians are the MASTERS of goof... I am always finding stuff that practically makes me pee my pants. Now, whether I would put my kids in it? That is another question all together. Appropriate in your circle, or not...it is still funny.

Silly Sunday by markoosmodern

Beard Binky (holy genious!!)- $17.95 - PIQUANTDESIGNS
Turkey Overalls - $33.00 - FUNKEYMONKEYY
Mustache Hair Clip - $9.00 - LIVEN
Mustache Bag - $10.00 - THEBOLDBANANA
Kegstand Shirt - $14.99 - MYITTYBITTYBOUTIQUE
Dwight Schrute Shirt - $14.00 - VICARIOUSCLOTHING
Ice Cream Dreams Beanie - $15.00 - LEFTRIGHT
Poop and Pea Magnets (why you ask? why not?) - $5.00 - BUTTONHEAD
Weird Sock Creature - $5.00 - GWALES2
Monster Butt Pants - $15.00 - BABYDUSTBOUTIQUE

Like what you see? Follow me here!
Twitter: @MarkoosModern
Facebook: http://facebook.com/pages/markoosmoderndesign

<3 Aubrey
MarkoosModernDesign.com

Silver Fox!! - flashy outfit for a glam little girl

I have a serious problem with shiny, glittery, lacquered, metallic, or any other type of flashy surface. I am drawn to it like a moth to a light (maybe even more attracted than that, considering that moth that flew into that baseball player's ear!). Do you have a similar attraction, or do you have a flashy little girl?? Keep her on trend (and age appropriate) with this look courtesy of some fabulously talented Etsy sellers. She will be ultra stylish and sure to be the envy of all her friends in this one of a kind look!

Silver Fox by markoosmodern

Clips - $5.25 - DEARDACY
Bracelet - $23.50 - LITTLEDIDDLEBOUTIQUE
Necklace - $32.00 - PUNKYJANE
Dress - SALE!! $30.00 - RABBITSFOOTCLOTHING
Belt - $7.00 - ONELITTLEBELT
Shoes - $22.00 - KRISTENDARLING
Nailpolish - $6.00 - XWONDERFULSOFAR
Upcycled Parachute Bag - $22.00 - FLITELINE
Backpack charm - $10.00 - BEVERAGEBLING

Thanks for stopping in!!

Like what you are seeing?? Subscribe to the blog, or follow me!!

Twitter - @MarkoosModern
Facebook - http://facebook.com/pages/markoosmoderndesign

<3 Aubrey
Markoosmoderndesign.com

Apple - A -Day!! HOORAY!!!

Now...what conjures up images of autumn and back-to-school like apples?? Apples can be done in so many ways!! I tend to shy away from the "country bumpkin" apple style, and go more for the retro-chic/ hipster apple items.... Check out these adorable picks from some great Etsy sellers!!

apple a day by markoosmodern

Gingham Notebook - $20.00 - PITIKMIKMIK
Clip - $3.50 - LIGALUS
Applique Shirt - $26.00 - SWEETTEAFORKIDS
Shoes - $24.00 - EMANDSPROUT
Skirt - $22.00 - CURIOUSGEORGIA
Letter Notebook - $2.00 (YES $2!!!!) - PERFECTLOOPPAPER
Cookies - $13.50 (for 12) - SUGARANDFLOUR
Wish Bracelet - $6.99 - BELIEVEINGOODKARMA
Backpack - $26.95 - ABBYTREY

Thanks for Checking in!!! Like what you see?? Follow me on:
TWITTER : @marKoosModern
FACEBOOK : http://www.facebook.com/pages/MarKoosModernDesign

Tees for Tots - super sweet tshirts for kiddos

If you have ever spent any decent amount of time on Etsy, you have no doubt come across some of the genious tshirts that are available. There are t-shirts for every taste and sense of humor. I could spend hours and hours looking, and spend WAY too uch money on them if I allowed myslef. So, instead of going broke on t-shirts that my son will outgrow in two weeks...I just made a small collection of some of my favorites.... Check them out!!

Woah... by markoosmodern

Double Dino - $14.00 -COTTONSPACESHIP
Wheelie Bike -$16.00 -VITAL
Train - $16.00 -HAPPYFAMILY
Shark on a Bike - $18.00 - DARKCYCLECLOTHING
Gramophone - $14.00 -TINYVESSELAPPAREL
Owl - $13.50 -REDBRICKWALL
Broccoli - $15.00 -VICARIOUSCLOTHING
Nacho Libre Quote - $15.00 -VICARIOUSCLOTHING
Biggie Smalls - $36.00 -SWEETPEPITA
Forrest - $32.00 -JELLYFISHPLAYDATE
Squirrel - $22.00 -WRENWILLOW
Chicken and Waffles - $16.00 -HAPPYFAMILY
Anchorman Quote - $15.00 -VICARIOUSCLOTHING
Army - $25.00 -BCHILDRENSWEAR
Fork - $22.00 -XENOTEES
Guitar Tree Hybrid -$12.00 -LASTEARTH
Zebra - $26.00 -LONGMOUNTAINART
Bob Ross - $17.75 -DAISYLOUISE
Ship -$16.00 - HAPPYFAMILY
Vintage Pirate - $17.50 -WHATEVERFITS

It's BACK TO SCHOOL time!!! (YAAAAAAYYYYYY!!!)

It is time again for the kids to go back to school!! All over the country, kids are headed back to school starting this week, and whether you are excited (YIPPEE KIE YIE YAY!!), or not so much, you've got to get the kids geared up!

Does your kid have the blues about back to school?? Liven them up with this week's picks. (I am so thrilled, this whole week will be dedicated to back to school...I promise I love my kids, but I am ready for my ears to stop ringing!!!)

We will start with the little girls!! Check back tomorrow for the little fella's look.

Back to School... by markoosmodern

Cardigan - $25.00-LAZYJANETEES
Tank - $15.00-CITRUSJUNOS
Ruffle Capris - $20.00-TOGS4TOTS
"Queen in a World of Commoners" Pencils - $3.30 (for 3)-CARBONCRUSADER
"School Stress" Button - $1.50-BEANFORREST
Necklace - $32.00-NESTPRETTYTHINGSKIDS
Circus Peanut Erasers - $2.95 (for 3)-TEENSYTURTLES
Backpack - $32.00b-SIAMHANDMADE (offering 10% off with coupon SIAMHANDMADE)
Bracelet - $10.00b-MIZSWEETGURL
Crystalized Converse - $79.99-SPARKLEDAWNE

Thanks for Checking in!!! Like what you see?? Follow me on:
TWITTER : @marKoosModern
FACEBOOK : http://www.facebook.com/pages/MarKoosModernDesign

Happy Birthday Little Man!! - Pirate themed Birthday

Despite having an Etsy site, and creating clothing, styling, etc....I am NOT a 'crafty' person. I am not a big fan of the traditional 'crafty' look.. I am more of a modern, straight line, no nonsense type person. If it is cute, it should be REALLY cute...like retro cute, or you are so talented I may vomit cute...(see yesterday's squirrel shelf and mirror)

Today is my youngest child's birthday. He is 3...which is shocking for me....WOW!! How did that happen so fast?!?!?! Anyway, even before he was born, my husband and I had discussed how it seemed that so many items that are geared toward baby boys were so girly!! Soft blue velvet onesie? PUKE!!! If I am having a little man, he is gonna dress like a little man. None of this sissy stuff ;) And boy were we ever on target. If we had put him in anything even remotely girly, even as a newborn, he probably would have punched the guilty party square in the nose.

On to the point....He requested a pirate party this year, so I decided that in honor of his birthday, today's styleboard will reflect both his party theme, and his taste...
NO GIRLS ALLOWED!!!! ;)

Pirate Birthday... by markoosmodern

Banner -$32.50 - LITTLEPINKTRACTOR
Invite -$9.95 - LITTLECELEBRATIONS
Cupcake Topper -$7.00 - THEBIRTHDAYHOUSE
Crown -$34.00 - CREPECONFECTIONARY
TShirt -$16.00 - HAPPYFAMILY
Shorts -$35.00 - ADATINE

Favor Bags -$31.50 (for 15) - JUSTALITTLEFAVOR
Lollipop -!4.95 (for 10) - SWEETLOLLIPOPSHOP
Crayon Rolls -$7.00 - CUSTOMBYUS4U
Bottlecap Necklace -$14.00 (for 7) - MEME52
Bones Soap -$8.50 (for 10) - MELSFUNSUDS

Thanks for Checking in!!! Like what you see?? Follow me on:
TWITTER : @marKoosModern
FACEBOOK : http://www.facebook.com/pages/MarKoosModernDesign

Woodland Wednesday - Nursery Wonderland!

Ok, so I have a new obsession!! There is so much cute stuff I can't stand it!! I know I normally do clothing, but why not branch out. There is so much talent, and amazing home products from artisans..gotta share!!

Check out these amazing picks for a nursery or children's bedroom!!

LADIES FIRST

Woodland... by markoosmodern

Wall Decal -$98.00 - NOUWALL
Nightlight -$22.00 - WHIMSYHOME
Birdhouse Table -$85.00 - THORNAPPLEFARM
Squirrel Shelf -$79.00 - MAPLESHADEKIDS
Squirrel Hook -$18.00 - SQUAKDOODLE
Blanket - $16.00 - AHMELIE
Mobile - $78.00 - LOVELYFRIEND
Birdhouse Light - $150.00 - MODERNTREETOPBABY
Hedgehog Toy - $7.00 - JUPITERSCHILD
Pink Artwork - $55.00 - SUGARFRESH
Shaped Mirror - $44.00 - GRAPHICSPACEWOOD

AND THE GENTLEMEN...

Woodland... by markoosmodern

Wall Decal - $135.00 - SIMPLESHAPES
Squirrel Lamp - $30.00 - AMYALLEN
Garland - $124.76 - PLANETECLAIRDCO
Blanket - $55.00 - KIKIKIDDOS
Squirrel Pillow - $35.00 - ERINFLETT
Hedgehog Pull Toy - $13.00 - IMAGINATIONKIDS
Squirrel Bookend - $44.00 - GRAPHICSPACEWOOD
Side Table - $400.00 - TODDMANRING

Thanks for checking in!!
Like what you see?? Follow my blog or my Twitterpage @markoosmodern!! Or like me on facebook!!

CHEERS!!
Aubrey
markoosmoderndesign.etsy.com

Trendwatch Tuesday : WOODLAND CREATURES

Have you noticed that this heat has everyone itching for Fall?? I am seeing all the browns and other earth tones popping up everywhere! Especially on the treasury lists!! Another trend?? Woodland creatures! Squirrels, birds, owls, foxes...all so cute...

Here are a few of the adorable peices I have found!

Trend Watch... by markoosmodern

Dress - $42.00 - ASHLEYLYNNECLOTHING
Backpack - $45.00 - MISSMADDYMALOY
Hair Pin - $5.00 (set of 3) - MISSMOPTOP
Bracelet - $28.00 - CAUGHTREDHANDED
Leather Moccassins - $30.00 - NHBENTNEEDLE

Thanks for Checking in!!! Like what you see?? Follow me on:
TWITTER : @marKoosModern
FACEBOOK : http://www.facebook.com/pages/MarKoosModernDesign

Monday Magnificentness!! - Party-ready princess!!!

Now I know it has been a couple weeks!! BEEN CRAZY!! We are building a home, and all of the final decisions had to be made in the last two weeks or so. We have had our hands full...I am also happy to report, that I have had a lot of recent interest in my own Etsy Shop (markoosmoderndesign.etsy.com)!! VERY EXCITING!! Anyway...back to the task at hand.

I had my 6 year old pick out a dress....I think it's pretty fantastic....raising some good taste if I do say so myself ;)

I see this ensemble worn by a 12 year old on her birthday ;) I think it is GORGE!!! Real Pearls, Crystals, and Gemstones.. a girl can dream, right?!?!?!

MAH-Jor Monday... by markoosmodern

Dress - $132.00 - RUBYPEARL
Embellished TOMS shoes - $65.00 - HILARYWELCH
Headband - $14.95 - SOUTHERNBABYBOUTIQUE
Bracelet - $89.00 - LILAJANE
Clutch - $50.00 - LOULOUBELLE

Thanks for checking in!!