BESTeam Feature: Mya Bruce Designs

My BESTeam feature this week is Mya Bruce Designs, where you can find wonderful custom photo invitations and announcements. The artist, based in Arizona, had been designing invites for years for her family and friends before finally opening her Etsy shop. She loves making personalized pieces and can alter any of her designs to fit your needs. She also takes custom orders to edit photos for mug, t-shirts and more.


A peak at her shop:


Personalized Invitation or Announcement - $15



Pirate Party Personalized Invitation - $15



Retro Space Party Invitation - $15



Want to see more?
You can visit Mya Bruce Designs on Etsy, as well as her Facebook.



Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Feature: Blue Forest Jewellery

My BESTeam feature this week is Blue Forest Jewellery, a jewelery shop based in the UK. Alison, the creator behind this shop, is a self-proclaimed "jewellery addict" and has been making it since she can remember. She particularly enjoys creating statement pieces with colorful combination of precious beads.


Here is some of her work:


Lemon and lime lucite flower cluster necklace - $40



Long elegant leaf and freshwater pearl earrings - $20



Hearts and Flowers Clay and Silvertone Bead Necklace - $55



Want to see more?
You can visit Blue Forest Jewellery on Etsy, as well as her blog.



Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Feature: Redemption Art

My BESTeam feature this week is Redemption Art, where you'll find unique, upcycled and vintage art. Connie, the shop owner, is based in Hawaii where she does her best to find earthy, handcrafted goods that allow you to have a little piece of the "Aloha spirit".


Some of her finds:


Vintage Amber and Silver Teardrop Earrings - $35



Handmade Vintage Shabby Chic Wall Rack - $30



Vintage Turquoise and Silver Charm Bracelet - $65



Want to see more?
You can visit Redemption Art on Etsy, as well as her blog.



Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Feature: Cyndesplace

My BESTeam feature this week is Cyndesplace, which sells beautiful knitted, crocheted and quilted items. Cynde, the creator behind this shop, is a mom with a love of whimsy and textile arts. She's based in Alabama and believes that you can never have too many bags - and I definitely agree!


Some of her items:


Rainy Day Small Bag - $25



Adult/Teen Funky Hoot Owl Hat - $25



Night on the Town in Teal and Burnt Orange - $32


Want to see more?
You can visit Cynde's shop on Etsy, as well as her Facebook and blog.



Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Feature: Wayfaring Magnolia

My BESTeam feature this week is Wayfaring Magnolia, a unique Etsy shop full of vintage finds and upcycled finds. Amanda, the creative force behind this shop, defines herself as "a wandering gypsy woman searching the earth for its beautiful treasures". So the contents of her shop often vary - promising a unique visit each time. And this week she's having a Moving Sale!


Some of her latest finds:


Vintage Western Swing Button Up Shirt - $27



Tribal Pendant - $3



Vintage America Heels, size 7.5 - $31.50


Want to see more? Visit Amanda's shop on Etsy.
Other places you can learn more about Wayfaring Magnolia:
Twitter
Facebook
Blog



Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Weekly Feature: 41 park

My BESTeam feature this week is 41 park, a jewelry shop on Etsy that specializes in precious stones and beautiful handcrafted pieces in fine silver and copper. Liza, the artist behind 41 park, is based in Massachusetts but has traveled all over the globe. Her love of diverse cultural experiences can be seen in her work which show influences from the West and East. This also translates into the gemstones and metals she uses in her work, which are chosen for more than just their appearances as she notes the historical purpose of each material she uses in her listings. So not only do you receive a beautiful piece, you get a wonderful story behind it.

Here is some of her lovely work:


Spiral Bracelet Emerald and Sterling Silver - $62



Boston Garden Ginkgo necklace with Angelite - $92



November Citrine Birthstone - $5


Want to see more? Visit her shop on Etsy.
And to learn more about Liza and her work, visit her blog or follow her on Facebook.

Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Weekly Feature: Turquoise Angels

My BESTeam feature this week is Turquoise Angels, which is the prefect place to find tutus, hair accessories and other great items for your little ones. While I don't have any child yet, I would certainly let them frolic about in tutus to their heart's content. After all childhood is all about fantasy and the folks at Turquoise Angels specialize in just that. Based in Virginia, this family owned company consists of a mother and daughter team. With the goal of
"infusing clothing with art", they create fashionable designs for all ages by combining unique patterns and prints.


Here are some of my favorites:


Dream Angel Tutu Flower Girl Dress - $60



You Pick 3 Candy Stripper Clip-On Ribbon - $9.50 (left)
Chic Pink and Brown French Clip Hair Bow - $3.50 (right)



Chicken Little Petti Tutu - $26


Want to see more? Visit their shop on Etsy.
You can also learn more about upcoming designs, sales and more on their blog.


Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Weekly Feature: Danizabeth

My BESTeam feature this week is Danizabeth, a shop which sells photos of vintage cars, rusted parts and other things. The artist, based in Illinois, first found her love for retro and nostalgia when she was a young girl searching for old ignition keys that had fallen out of cars with her father. After a few years exploring other art forms, including graphic design, she found her excitement for it again with the photos she sells in her Etsy shop. Each of her pieces are perfect for anyone who loves old things and nostalgic places. She also offers her work as canvas prints.

Here are some of my favorites:


Vintage Truck Print (4 x 6) - $10



Tagged Print (8 x 10) - $15



Red Truck Series 3 Print (8 x 10) - $15


Want to see more? Visit on Danizabeth on Etsy.
You can also learn more about the artist on her blog or become a fan on Facebook.


Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Weekly Feature: You Are My Sunshine (Steampunk edition)

Although I certainly didn't plan it, my BESTeam feature this week fits right in with my Steampunk month theme. I hope you enjoy it.

My BESTeam feature this week is You Are My Sunshine, a lovely shop full of handmade fabric flowers, statement necklaces and other jewelry. Created by Nina in Florida, the shop gets it's name from the song, which was the favorite nursery rhyme of her two boys when then were little. While she does not define her shop as Steampunk, many of her items fit the aesthetic and would look great with any Neo-Victorian or Steampunk outfit.

Here are my favorites:


Faux Turquoise Earrings - $7



Seeing Red Necklace - $15



Dangling Earrings with Copper Pearls - $7


And for the Vintage aficionado, you should also take a look at her other shop My Sunshine Vintage with a variety of goodies from cameras and books to housewares and jewelry.

Want to see more? Visit You Are My Sunshine on Etsy.
You can also learn more about Nina and her work on her blog, Flickr, Facebook and Twitter.



Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Feature: Cerlandia

Cerlandia is an Etsy shop run by Sarah, an artist and mother based in the MidWest. Her lovely shop features handmade knits, crocheted items and bags recycled from t-shirts. For those looking for custom holiday items, her knit items can be made in a variety of colors. And for something extra special, she can even convert one of your favorite shirts into unique bag of your own.

Here are some of her items:


Coral Necklace - $17



Hip Bag - $20



Brown Loves Pink Shoulder Bag - $30


Want to see more? Visit Cerlandia on Etsy.
And read more about her shop on her blog, Twitter and Facebook Fanpage.


Happy Crafting!


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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Feature: Paradise Purls

Paradise Purls is a nifty little shop specializing in scarves, cowls, hats and even knitted jewelry. The artist behind these soft and cozy items is Elizabeth, a mother and avid knitter in North Carolina. She loves the color and textures of yarn, and one of her favorite things is to "spend time in a yarn shop touching all the different yarns" which can definitely be seen in her work.


Here are some of her items:


Grey Sweater Scarf - $28



Knit Necklace with Pendant - $34



Knit Bracelet - Gold, Brown, Pink, Tan - $13


Want to see more?
Check out Elizabeth's shop Paradise Purls on Etsy. You can also learn more about her on her blog, Facebook fanpage and Twitter.


Happy Crafting!


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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Feature: Dicarlos

As You Like It by Dicarlos offers a nice selection of handmade jewelry, cards and artwork. Every item is made with love by Stephanie, an artist and English teacher based in greater Boston. From back to school items to jewelry, you can find something for everyone - and best of all she takes custom orders!

Here is some of her work -


Red and Silver Globe Earrings - $12




Dangle Necklace - $35



Birds of a Feather Binder - $6




And recently, Stephanie opened a new shop, called Unexpected Knock, as a side project. It features art and cards inspired by the poetry of Emily Dickinson, perfect for the book lover in your life.

Here's one of my favorites-


Dusty Heart Drawing - $20

Want to see more? Visit As You Like It and Unexpected Knock on Etsy.
Or visit her blog for updates and how-to guides and reviews!



Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.

BESTeam Weekly Feature: Ardent Reverie

Ardent Reverie is a great spot on Etsy to find unique handmade accessories and art. Created by Meghan and Melanie, two crazy sisters based in San Diego, they love to create things inspired by their daily life to share with the world.


Here are a few of my favorites -


Emile's Garden Flower Clip - $17



Aurora Glow in the Dark Painting (glowing version on the right) - $50



Corral Beaded Necklace - $21



L'Amour Beanie - $8


They're also having a giveaway - Personalized Message in a Bottle Necklace, which is currently not available in their Etsy shop (super exclusive)!

It's easy to enter and totally worth it. But you only have until the 21st of October - so enter soon! More details here.


You can see more of their lovely work at Ardent Reverie on Etsy and follow them on their blog, Twitter or Facebook. And if you're looking for some inspiration, visit their site - ArdentReverie.com, where they share it in the form of music, fashion and art.


Happy Crafting!

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These weekly features are for the BESTeam Etsy team, a group which provides exposure for its team member through blogging, Twitter and Facebook. Each week I'll be featuring a new member and their shop. To learn more about the team or to join, visit our blog or member site.