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10 Totally Indie Breast Cancer Awareness Gems from Etsy Designers
There are still almost two weeks left in October (pause as I grab my calendar in both hands, screeching about the passage of time), which means your days of shopping for any and all things pink and anti-breast cancer are far from over. Today, we've got 10 products gleaned from Etsy, that mecca of indie designers, that will soothe, inspire, moisturize, and show the world you care, all while supporting indie designers. Two for one support, kind of like a really great bra.
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There are still almost two weeks left in October (pause as I grab my calendar in both hands, screeching about the passage of time), which means your days of shopping for any and all things pink and anti-breast cancer are far from over. Today, we've got 10 products gleaned from Etsy, that mecca of indie designers, that will soothe, inspire, moisturize, and show the world you care, all while supporting indie designers. Two for one support, kind of like a really great bra.
Image: Fotolia
LennyMud
Sometimes you just don't want the word "cancer" emblazoned on anything, especially if you're buying a gift for someone currently battling breast cancer. This mug is a perfect gift, inspiring and funny and pretty all at the same time. It's also got magical powers (hello, check out that unicorn)--and you can personalize it.
LennyMud Pink Unicorn Mug, $16, etsy.com
Dsignzbyrosie
These subtle little earrings are a chic, understated way of showing how much you care.
Dsignzbyrosie Cancer Awareness Earrings, $21.50, etsy.com
Pure Jewel Designs
Hey, sometimes it's okay to be impolite. If you're sick of euphemisms, this necklace tells it like it is.
Pure Jewel Designs "F*ck Cancer" Breast Cancer Awareness Necklace, $44.89, etsy.com
CrochetaLaMae
The season for iced coffee is over, the era of piping-hot pumpkin spice lattes is here. Protect your hands with these adorable knit coffee sleeves that were knitted for Denver's "Race for the Cure."
CrochetaLaMae Breast Cancer Awareness Starbucks Coffee Sleeve, $6, etsy.com
Mashugana
These lovely pink opal earrings are surrounded by a halo of colorful rhinestones, and would make a beautiful (and sensitive) gift for a breast cancer survivor in your life.
Mashugana Pink Opal Aurora Borealis Earrings, $22.50, etsy.com
Detroit Knitter
I can't even. This scarf is half amazing, half terrifying, but the designer donates $2 from every purchase to breast cancer research--which is 100% great.
Detroit Knitter Neck Knockers, $31.95, etsy.com
LillieSavage
A grapefruit-scented soy candle designed to promote relaxation and healing. It was created for Breast Cancer Awareness month in honor of the designer's mother.
LillieSavage Healing Pink Grapefruit Candle, $14, etsy.com
Hot Southern Mess Designs
Hot pink and hip enough to wear long after October passes.
Hot Southern Mess Designs Breast Cancer Awareness Infinity Bracelet, $5.95, etsy.com
The Herbal Revolution
Treat your breasts with the care they deserve by using this lovely cream, which was created with "a blend of herbal infused oils that have traditionally been used to help prevent breast cancer, easing swollen and tender breasts and supporting the functions of the lymphatic system." With ingredients like raw cocoa butter, raw shea butter, chickweed, red clover, elderflower, plantain, yarrow, lady's mantle, and rose, this cream turns breast self-examination into a soothing ritual.
The Herbal Revolution For the Love of Breasts Cream, $18, etsy.com
Vintage Alliance Ads
And if you're sick of ribbons and breasts, and just want something pink in your life, I adore this sweet vintage poster. It's a great celebration of beauty, femininity, and life. (Plus, it's a reminder to wear more pink lipstick.)
Vintage Alliance Ads Pink Lipstick Avon 1963 Print Ad, $7.95, etsy.com
