Somebody pass me the bug spray.
*Haunted by bad taste, primarily
Et·som·ni·a (/etˈsämnēə/), noun, 1. a sleep disorder caused by obsessive Etsy browsing. 2. the surprising arrival of weird handmade merchandise ordered when one is only half conscious. (True story.) 3. An excuse for me to be an obnoxious, snarky New Yorker once per week.
10/26/16: This week, I took a look at Halloween decorations on Etsy. I don’t decorate for Halloween, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. There’s plenty of tasteful fare, mixed in with some adorable kid-friendly items, some really ingenious pieces, a few things I would call gorgeous, and an unfortunate amount of junk that’s positively inexcusable. (Sorry.) I really suffered for this one, but I was also largely pleasantly surprised.
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While I’m not clairvoyant, I’ve occasionally walked into a bathroom and gotten a strong sense of the previous occupant.
I have to say this is the first time I’ve ever wanted a taxidermied bat in a shadowbox! By Horribell
Uncool, Etsy. Uncool.
Ugly sweaters, not just for Christmas anymore!
Purple? Check! Glittery? Check! Skulls? Check! Love it so much! By DyJoDesigns
And on the other end of the wreath spectrum is this “intestinal door wreath.” I have no words.
Here’s a tip. If you see this in someone’s house, RUN!
The heck with Halloween. I want this thing out all year! By 3DExpressions
This is listed as “outsider art.” Outside in the dumpster, perhaps. (Beloved said, “Is that Howard Stern?”)
Nightlight/instant bed-wetter kit.
A tasteful Halloween-themed toilet seat? Only on Etsy.
I love babies, but I couldn’t eat a whole one!
This soap is the reason I always have antibacterial handwash in my bag. It’s also likely the root of my trust issues.
Absolutely gorgeous! By Phoebecapelle
Although I can appreciate the artistry, this is ALL THE NOPE. By OldRaven
Kids, stop whining, or the TEDDY BEAR GETS IT!
“Make milkshakes,” they said. “Boys will come to your yard,” they said.
When I sent you to the store for ladyfingers, this is not what I meant. By ZuzuBabyDesigns
Reader caption time!
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