SOME ETSY FAVES NOW IN THE EMPORIUM.

There are a few papery things that are widely available on Etsy, but not so readily available here in the Land of the Long White Cloud... my long-time faves include stripey paper straws, bakery twine, and washi tape. I'm pleased to say that I'm stocking a small range of each of these in the Emporium, bringing them closer to home. Competitively priced, they are all available for under $12 (including shipping). And all these things make lovely gifts too y'know!

The temptation to use the gorgeous paper straws for every drink I pour is overwhelming... and don't underestimate the less obvious green/white and fuschia/white straws - they really are blimmin lovely! I'll be getting red/white and grey/white back in again soon. You get a lovely package of 25 straws for $7.

As for bakery twine, after investing in some huge rolls in the stuff a couple of years ago, I use it for everything and anything. The novelty hasn't worn off at all. There's nothing like a brown paper package tied up with string! At the moment I've red/white, baby blue/white, and brown/white. I'm selling 20 metres for $6 - cheap as chips! Plus, because it's wee, if you're just after string the postage around NZ is only $1.

I've already blogged about the washi tape, so won't go on too much... but it really is great stuff. I highly recommend having a roll or 2 on hand for making just about anything look a whole heap more special!