Wall decals are one of my favourite things to look at on etsy.com

To me they look like an easy, inexpensive and unique way to dress up a room and make a bold statement.  I don’t think EBN and I will be in our place for much longer but when we move to our next home will definitely consider using a few wall decals for art.  I have picked some of my favourites to share.  You will notice that there is something for everyone! There are designs suited to the tastes of boys, girls, teens and gown-ups.

Has anyone out there put up a wall decal in their house?  Was it easy to put up and take down?

Winter Trees by PopWall

What a sleek, elegant and inexpensive way to jazz up your home!  I love the simple silhouette of the trees.

Circle Polka Dots by decalfarm

These polka dots make a great alternative to wallpaper.  They are just as stylish but with less commitment.  Notice all the great colours!

Forest Critters by love mae’s store

These woodland creatures are perfect for a little girl’s bedroom!

Space Walk Vinyl Wall Art Decal by graphicspaces

These would be perfect for a little guy

Picture and Photo Frame Layout by SimpleShapes

To my mom’s disappointment, when I was a teen I used to tape and tack photos of my friends to the walls of my bedroom.  I would bet that teens still do this and that it continues to annoys their parents.  Why not put up these wall decals that are easy to remove?  Teens can tape their photos to the wall decals and avoid damaging the paint.

Blooming Flowers by PopWall

This triptych would look awesome in my living room!

Do you remember being a kid and having a favourite stuffed animal? Mine was named Berry and he was a white polar bear. I slept with Berry until I was 18 years old. Although he now sits up on the top shelf of my bedroom closet, I have not forgotten him. Here are a few of my favourite stuffed toys featured on etsy. All the items featured on this page are looking for good homes and I think they would make excellent friends. Remember that furry friends made with accessories such as buttons are not meant for little-wee-ones who might chew or swallow these small pieces.

Earl Gray: The Smug Little Bear by sleepyking
Earl Gray is a smug little bear with a quirky and whimsical personality.  Who can resist that little smile? If you don’t snap him up, I might have to and I don’t even have any kids.

Earl Gray: The Smug Little Bear by sleepyking

Humboldt the Plush Doll with Secret Pocket by buttercupbloom
Humbolt is a little owl with a BIG heart.  On Humboldt’s back, you will find a secret pocket just large enough to hold little secrets, tooth fairy coins or a lucky penny.  Humbolt is ready for a good snuggle!

Humboldt the Plush Doll with Secret Pocket by buttercupbloom

Sock Monkey Robot Plush Toy 10th in a Series by blackbirdfashion
A twist on the traditional sock monkey, this little guy is a quirky monkey-robot.  Soft cuddly and looking for a good home, this robot sock monkey will make a great best buddy!

Sock Monkey Robot Plush Toy 10th in a Series by blackbirdfashion

Minky Blanket and Matching Plushie Kitty by amyjoshandmade
A good little friend for your wee-ones, the Minky is a blanket and little buddy all-in-one.  Without any add on pieces the Minky Blanket is great for little babies and toddlers who are always putting things in their mouths.

Minky Blanket and Matching Plushie Kitty by amyjoshandmade

Stuffed Troglodyte doll by jillpenney
A troglodyte, pronounced trog-luh-dahyt, is a prehistoric cave dweller or some other type of secluded and peculiar creature. If you get to know one you’ll find they are actually quite endearing. This one is named Skunk and she sleeps in a candy dish and eats knitted leg warmers.

Stuffed Troglodyte doll by jillpenney

Grocery Market Felt Food Set by bugbitesplayfood
Looking for food to feed your new furry friends?  Check out this canvas bag full of stuffed groceries.  The bag includes milk, eggs, cheese, tomato, grapes and bread.  A unique handmade toy that your wee-ones will love!

Grocery Market Felt Food Set by bugbitesplayfood

Today is World AIDS Day.  This is a day about remembering and commemorating those who have lost their battle with AIDS as well as those who continue to live with HIV and AIDS.  It is also about raising money, increasing awareness, fighting stereotypes, misconceptions and prejudice associated with this disease.  My post today highlights artists, artisans and crafters who have created works of art in the spirit of World AIDS Day and are donating all or a significant portion of their revenues to AIDS related charities.

Babies raising awareness Onesie by CandyStickLane
The artist’s listing reads “Babies raising awareness. Let your little one sport this unique onesie loud and proud! $5 from the sale of each of these onesies will be donated to Elton John’s Aids Foundation; which helps people living with HIV/AIDS.”

Babies raising awareness Onesie by CandyStickLane

Red Ribbons and Swedish Hearts by TanteLeah
It takes many hours of work and a lot of dedication to hand make a quilt.  The amount of work put into this quilt shows the dedication of the artist to the cause.  According to the artist’s sale page, “This is my Red Ribbon Quilt, and half of its sale price will be donated in your name to Care Resource, an AIDS service and research organization serving thousands of people in South Florida. You will receive documentation for the tax deduction. I will ship this for free.”

Red Ribbons and Swedish Hearts by TanteLeah

Pearls for Girls by mufi
All proceeds for this beautiful bracelet go to charity.  The artist’s web post notes “Through Pearls for Girls, 100% of the proceeds from the sale of this bracelet will be donated to Help Lesotho, to educate teen girls orphaned by HIV/AIDS in Lesotho, Africa.”

Pearls for Girls by mufi

Lady in Red Ring by JoBead
All proceeds go to Wellspring International.  Within the listing the artist notes, “With this purchase you could help provide foster care for children orphaned by HIV/AIDS in Cape Town, South Africa.”

Lady in Red Ring by JoBead