Etsy Love

I'm still hunting for a birthday gift for my sister, but I think I've found the gifts I'll be giving our program attendant and my fiance's sister, who will be reading the Prayers of the Faithful.

Etsy comes through again with the simple, classic-with-a-touch-of-the-whimsical jewelery of one life jewelery.

One of my favorites pieces is called "Tea House of the August Moon."

Here's the description:

I used to frequent India, and one of my favorite restaurants in New Delhi was a place called "Tea House of the August Moon." The food was good, and the atmosphere and the name always transported me to a mystical and romantic mindset. Pretty pillows made of silk sarees, real silverware, tables inlaid with mother of pearl, canopies fringed with beads and tassles, a dimly lit room of candelights with the fragrance of freshly cut jasmine. It was a treat for me always, a relaxing and tranquil end to a busy work day....

Oh, and why did I name this necklace Tea House of the August Moon? Because I couldn't wait to name something that.

Fabulous, isn't it?

If you ever read any of the Etsy features that talk about ways to increase sales, they always mention taking great photographs of your products. That may be the most important thing to do, but as someone who values the written word, I think a great description matters, too.

I love the necklace, and the story behind it makes it that much better.