January 4, 2012

Myth and Mischief!






The winged impish boy outfitted with bow and arrows of love is one of the most popular symbols of Valentine's Day! His love for his mortal bride, Psyche, is one of intrigue, temptation and, the true test of pure love~ forgiveness. Venus, Goddess of Love, was jealous of the beauty of Psyche and she sent Cupid to punish her. Instead he fell deeply in love and married her. But even so, Psyche was not permitted to cast her eyes upon Cupid. But, alas, she did~ and he left her~ homeless and bereft. She wandered to find him and found herself in, of all places, the Temple of Venus. Still jealous, Venus plotted to destroy poor Psyche by setting her off on a series of tasks that were increasingly difficult. The last being to retrieve some of the beauty of Persephone, wife of Pluto, from the underworld and put it in a box. But she was warned not to open the box and once again she could not resist temptation and upon opening the box fell into a deep sleep. Cupid came upon her, and moved by his abiding love, forgave her, gathered her body's deadly slumber into the box and sealed it. Venus also forgave her~ and the other Gods, moved by Cupid's love for Psyche, turned her into a Goddess to live side by side, two hearts as one, with Cupid, her God of Love.

Celebrate this Valentine's with your Cupid by showing your love to him or her with a gift that shows your love for our Earth as well! Upcycled gift ideas from Upcyclers are eco-chic, eco-friendly and as unique as your loved one!


'Cupid's Arrow >>>-------> ' by collagical

Let's hope Cupid doesn't miss!! Great Valentine's gift ideas from Upcyclers~ an Etsy team whose members Love 2 Upcycle! For more upcycled gift ideas~ Search with our team tag>>>-------> Teamupcyclers!


Pug Love Valentines Day...
$5.00

Vintage Porcelain Door ...
$34.50

Fuschia Melted Crayon U...
$25.00

Frankenstein Valentine&...
$4.00

Black and White and Pin...
$10.00

You Plus Me Pillow Cove...
$12.00

Romantic Gift Box silk ...
$29.00

Be Mine Conversation He...
$5.00

Vintage Prim Shabby He...
$8.99

Valentines Day Red Swea...
$12.00

Sock Monkey Doll FREE S...
$39.99

Coffee Cup Cozy Sleeve ...
$8.50

Pink Remade/Recycled Sw...
$29.00

Pink Pop Can Earrings C...
$8.00

OOAK Recycled Magazine ...
$34.00

Black skirt red roses s...
$45.00

6 comments:

  1. Fabulously FUN !
    Thanks for including one of Brizel's Silk Tapestry Art Boxes- cupid loves it here :)

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  2. Smooches for including my roses skirt!

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  3. Awesome article and finds! Thanks so much for including my Remade/ Recycled Sweater Shrug.

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  4. Great post! It's always nice to get back to the reason for a holiday. Thanks for educating us all!

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    1. You are so welcome, Jacqueline~ and thank you for the very sweet compliments!

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