Optimistic to the Point of Foolishness

Penguin necklace from Uncommon Goods.

Literary Art iPhone 4 cases.

“I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” -William E. Henley

UNCOMMON KNOWLEDGE: While in the hospital facing the amputation of his second foot (he had already lost one as a child), Henley befriended author Robert Louis Stevenson, and they collaborated on a few plays. Henley is actually the basis for Stevenson’s famous character Long John Silver from the novel Treasure Island. 

Ties that bind rings.

With just three words, “today and always,” you can say what it takes some people years — and sometimes, entire books — to declare. 

Personalized Stump Ring

Take a page from Shel Silverstein’s beloved classic The Giving Tree with designer Aaron Ruff’s handcrafted sterling silver ring. A sweet and innocent tribute to love, each ring is personalized with you and your significant other’s initials carved into the bark. 

This is perfect in so many ways! 

“Keep the magical allure of the sea close to your heart with this locket featuring a glass window that bows out slightly to hold a tiny 18 karat vermeil starfish and a group of blue topaz gemstones that float freely inside the glass.”

Both of these are stunning.

A custom necklace made with sand from your favorite beach.

I would love one of these to remember my grandmother’s beach house by now that there is talk of selling it.

Crochet Bow Headphones from Uncommon Goods