Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Unique Handmade Brooches from Hexagon {Review & Giveaway}

Hexagon
I often find myself amazed at other people's talents.

You took those professional-looking photographs yourself? You painted that stunning mural on your child's bedroom walls? How did I not know that you wrote a novel? You knit that entire sweater? You baked these to-die-for brownies from scratch? 

I'm telling you, there are a whole lot of impressive people out there.

What inspires me even more, however, is when those people take their talent, love, drive and passion and share it with the rest of us. Because, let's face it, that novel isn't improving anyone's life if it sits unpublished on your computer, now is it?

Which is why I couldn't help but be excited to be introduced to an Etsy shop that contains handmade, fashionable, eco-friendly brooches that can enrich our hearts and our wardrobes in such a simple yet stylish way. How could I not be excited to see the beauty and originality found at Hexagon?

handmade brooches

Straight from the suburbs of Toronto, Hexagon features colorful, eye-catching, one-of-a-kind brooches in a variety of shapes and sizes that are sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.

Looking for a way to turn your traditional outfit of a sweater and jeans into something... more? Just think about the compliments you'll receive by pinning on the Purple Star Brooch in the Art Nouveau Pattern!

purple star brooch

Want a way to show your loved one that you're thinking of them on days beyond Valentine's Day? Imagine their surprise when they see the modern twist you've taken on the standard heart shape with the Geometric Orange Heart Brooch in the Floral Print!

orange heart brooch

Or maybe you are such a fan of your android phone that the idea of somehow turning it into a fashion statement is just too amusing and fun? Then look no further than the Pink Android Brooch in the Pink and Silver Pattern!

Android brooch

As I found myself in love with all seven of the shape options and all nine of the color and pattern options that Hexagon has to offer, when the Black & White Bird Brooch in the Vine and Leaf Pattern arrived, it was all that I could do to not rip right into the adorable (eco-friendly!) packaging to see what it would look like in person.

eco-friendly packaging

Unsurprisingly, it was stunning.

handmade pin

Measuring 3" wide and 1½" tall, the crisp lines of the wooden bird combined with the stark black and white paper design were only enhanced by the small touches of metallic silver. Love, love, love!

bird brooch

Having never been a "brooch person" in the past, I was happy that I didn't even have a moment's hesitation in pinning this sweet chickadee onto dresses, scarves, jackets, shirts, sweaters... I'm thrilled about the way that it adds a special and unique twist to just about any outfit!

how to wear a brooch

When it comes to accessories, it is one thing to pick up a trendy scarf or a cute hat from the store... but it's quite another when you find a signature item that can turn that scarf and hat into a fashionable, classy piece that is all your own.

Ranging in price from $11.78 to $16.90, all of the brooches from Hexagon showcase the time, care and talent that the owners put into each one. If you've been looking for a gift or a small purchase for yourself that isn't going to break the bank and will be sure to put a smile on your face every time you pin it on, this is the shop for you!

Visit Hexagon on Etsy to see their full selection of gorgeous items and be sure to connect with them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+ to keep up with anything and everything artistic, creative and awesome that they have to offer.

Plus, thanks to their generosity, one person will soon be able to see just why I'm so in love with every creation that Hexagon has to offer, because...

One lucky person will win their choice of brooch from Hexagon!

beaver brooch


A big thank you to Hexagon for providing a brooch for me to review as well as for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.

61 comments:

  1. OMG OMG OMG. how did you know i have a beaver collection (shame)

    yes, a beaver collection.

    I NEED THAT SO BAD!!!

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  2. I can't decide between Green Beaver of BluBird wave & crane pattern

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  3. Red Heart Brooch Pink & Baby Blue Cherry Blossom Pattern

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  4. http://www.etsy.com/listing/117010838/purple-beaver-brooch-gold-floral-pattern

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  5. http://www.etsy.com/listing/116978971/purple-bird-brooch-purple-gray-blue-and

    rjwhiggins@aol.com

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  6. the beaver collection. thankyou, ken pohl19@comcast.net

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  7. I like Purple Bird Brooch Plum Floral Print.

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

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  8. My favorite is the Red Bird Brooch Ruby Cherry Blossom Print.

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  9. I like this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/117010371/purple-beaver-brooch-plum-white-and-gold? And this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/123419633/beaver-brooch-laser-cut-wood-crane?

    Lovely

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  10. I love the Yellow Bird Brooch Yellow and White Floral Pattern.

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  11. I love all the bird brooches, especially the yellow and white ones! Cute way to add color to an outfit.

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  12. Purple Bird Brooch Plum Floral Print

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  13. the birds are my favorite. i can't decide on my favorite color though!

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  14. I like the looks of the Purple Beaver Brooch Gold Floral Pattern.

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  15. Bird Brooch Powder Blue & White Pattern with Silver Accents

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  16. Blue Bird Brooch Modern Wave and Gold Print-
    It would look sooooo good on my yellow scarf- I LOVE BROOCHES!!
    Thanks for this great website!
    Peggy
    mrspaulson@gmail.com

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  17. I like the Inukshuk shape, and there's so many beautiful colours too. Really pretty brooches.

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  18. I love the blue and white pattern chickadee (Art Deco Blue)http://www.etsy.com/listing/116977426/blue-bird-brooch-art-deco-blue-and-white?

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  19. I love the black & white bird brooch vine.

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  20. I love the one of a kind shopping ad Android broach

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  21. I like the Blue Bird Brooch Wave and Crane Pattern

    inman@mobap.edu

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  22. I like the Bird in Wave & Crane Pattern

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  23. i like the pink star brooch with the silver pattern

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  24. My fav was the green moss bird brooch.

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  25. Red Bird Brooch Pink, Baby Blue and Gold Print

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  26. Black & White Star Brooch Black and White Floral Pattern
    gabflab@live.com

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  27. i like the blue bird and crane

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  28. I like the Red Bird Brooch Ruby Chery Blossom. It reminds me of the Cardinal, which is my state bird!

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  29. Those little birdies are pretty cute

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  30. I like the Black & White Bird Brooch Vine and Leaf Pattern!

    -Ari (falses1gns at gmail dot com)

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  31. I like the Green Bird Brooch Moss & Cream Flower Pattern.

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  32. I really liked the white and black star

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  33. Green Bird Brooch Moss & Cream Flower Pattern is the one I like.

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  34. Blue Princess Crown
    Thanks for the chance

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  35. Orange Bird Brooch Eco Friendly Laser Cut Wood

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  36. I like the Blue Bird Brooch Wave and Crane Pattern.

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  37. Red Heart Brooch Pink & Baby Blue Cherry Blossom Pattern

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  38. Yellow Bird Brooch Yellow and White Floral Pattern

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  39. I really like the Blue Bird Brooch, Wave and Crane Pattern: http://www.etsy.com/listing/123418640/blue-bird-brooch-wave-and-crane-pattern?

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  40. I like, Purple Star Brooch, Art Nouveau Pattern.

    fotw_1999@yahoo.com

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  41. Blue Bird Brooch Wave and Crane Pattern

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  42. I like the red bird brooch. saltpepper1_2000@yahoo.com

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  43. I like the Orange Bird Brooch Eco Friendly Laser Cut Wood

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  44. I like lots of them but really like the beaver

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  45. This brooch is cute! http://www.etsy.com/listing/116981601/purple-bird-brooch-plum-floral-print?

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  46. I love this washi tape:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/124161882/washi-tape-multicolor-checkboard

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    Sandralclark at outlook.com

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  47. I really like the black and white heart.

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  48. Bird Brooch Powder Blue & White Pattern with Silver Accents.

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  49. The Orange & White Beaver Brooch Floral Pattern looks very nice!

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