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Etsy Alphabet Wednesday - F is for Fable!

I think you'll agree that today's letter is far prettier than last week's submission. That had to be the strangest array of items I have ever seen.

The bricktionary apologizes heavily.

This week, we are going to explore some fables. No elk horn buckles here!

For those of you who don't know, a fable is a short story that imparts a lesson on the reader. The great thing about this list today is if you are unfamiliar with the fable being shown, the seller usually has the story on their page.

The Fox and the Crane Button Locket Necklace

I really dig this necklace. It is well made, and that little antique button is really cute!

A Fable of the Cashew Art Print

I have never heard this fable before, but I like the imagery of little cashews running on their little legs back to the cashew tree and hanging on for dear life. This print is so detailed.

The Fox and the Grapes Necklace

You can definitely see this fox declaring these unobtainable grapes as "Sour Grapes".

Aesop's Fables - Original Painting

So, this watercolor might be out of your price range at $500, but there was no way I could overlook it. I am a huge peacock, bunny, and frog lover, so it called to me. This would be so pretty  in a kid's room.

The Hare and the Tortoise

Probably the most popular fable out there, this necklace caught my eye. Would you believe that that is a picture of a tortoise shell and not the real thing?

Crow and the Pitcher Papercut

Is it just me, or does this perfect papercut look a bit gothic?

The Crow and the Pitcher Print

Here's a print version of the same fable. I really love how the seller incorporated the story into the art.

The Fox and the Crow

I saved my favorite for last. This artist does such an amazing job of giving her subjects rich character. That look like a very happy fox.

Today's grouping really made me want to read up on all the old fables. It also made me realize that most people on Etsy don't know the difference between a fable and a fairy tale.

I'm just gonna shake my head, and get to finishing my studio.

Etsy Alphabet Wednesday - D is for Dachshund

The bricktionary tells me that today is the day we worship the wiener dog. I expected there to be 100 pages of Doxies, but to my surprise, there are very few tributes to the tiny, tubular puppies. For all you Dachshund lovers who are crafty, it may be time to break into this specific niche!

Even though there aren't a ton of Dachshund representations, there are a few worth showing you that I think are downright adorable!

Via Stick Man Jewelry

This is probably my favorite "weenie" dog representation ever.

Via Different Folks

I bet you money that the dog pees on the robot! This print also comes on a t-shirt, you know, in case the bib doesn't fit.

Via blennox

There were several Dachshund sets at this seller's shop, but I thought these wheelchair dogs were just too cute and unconventional not to show.

Via Elsa Beta

If you are like me, you would probably think your dog was on the sofa every time you looked at this pillow.

Via Folk Art From Florida

I'm not sure what's funnier, the dog on stilts, or the mouse floating away on the balloon.

Via Beaded Begonia

Okay, dogs in sweaters are cute. Aaaand you won't mistake these for a live one on your sofa.

Via lulunjay

I saved this one for last. Something about a calm dog being in a posh bath is funny and ironic to me. Maybe because whenever I bathe a dog, I end up gored and bloodied...

I hope you weren't horribly disappointed with today's letter. I just do what the mighty Bricktionary tells me!

Etsy Alphabet Wednesday - B is for Baboon

Ironically, the second letter of the alphabet is also an animal. I swear it was accidental!

I had to go through a few "b" words in the bricktionary before hitting upon today's feature.

Initially, I was going to bypass it (I didn't think there would be enough to feature), then I did a search on Etsy and decided that there was not only enough, but there was some really cool stuff.

So, I bring you a small pile of baboon cuteness.

via ninon

 both plates via wannabes

via Milk Moon Kids

via Psychedelic Panther

via Ximi's Mod Nest

I have to say, I never thought baboons could be so cute. And I am seriously wanting that baboon fur tassel necklace.

What do you think of baboons?

Etsy Alphabet Wednesday - A is for Aardvark

I pondered over the multitude of ways I could feature Etsy items on here without falling into the "trendy trap". I love trends as much as the next insane person, but they pretty much don't need help to be found. Everyone already searches for steampunk, kawaii, and laptop cases on their own.

What I really wanted to find were the hidden gem... you know, something you would never in a million years think about searching for, but well worth the look. I recalled being given a massive 1959 New Century Dictionary when my parents came to visit. When I say massive, I mean 2400 pages of small text bolted together, so heavy it weighs more than both of my dogs combined. There are certainly no modern trends in a 60 year old bricktionary. Perfect!

Every Wednesday, I will bring you a small list of Etsy finds using my trusty bricktionary as a search tool. And to make sure I do it right, today I am starting with the very first full word in the dictionary: Aardvark!

Via Strawberryluna

Need something cuddly? Try this:

via Felted Friends

Need something brighter to cuddle?

Via Mr Sogs

Maybe you are more into biology:

Via Buttercream Industry

Puzzles are also fun:

Via Puzzimals

But nothing beats the real thing:

Via Captured Divinely

I'm sorry, but that aardvark is damn cute. Look at those toes!

I hope you enjoyed this first edition of Etsy Alphabet Wednesday. I can't wait to see where the bricktionary takes us next!

Heather