Kaboodle Feature

I received a wonderful surprise this week. Kaboodle.com had been working with Etsy to create a series of features and they picked my silhouette pendant for their 2011 Hottest Valentine's Day Jewelry list.




Click on the images to visit the site.

The feature has a great selection of jewelry and I'm thrilled to be included. It also has me thinking about creating a few additional pieces for Valentine's Day. I'm not sure what yet, but I'm thinking "red" and "bold".

So please support these artists - take a look, leave comments and spread the word.

Happy crafting!

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: 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 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.

BESTeam Weekly Feature: HIP Pads!

HIP Pads is a Etsy shop based in San Diego that sells innovative and stylish looking baby changing pads. She originally came up with the idea when available options proved too scratchy, messy or simply not up to the task. The result was flannel pads that are not only leak proof but easy to use and clean up. And while I'm not a mother myself, I have friends and family who would definitely appreciate these awesome items.


Soft, leak-proof and oh so cute.

The pads come in a variety of patterns (which help disguise stains) and can be purchase in sets. They also come in two sizes, regular (11"x10") and Longs (13"x24"). Whether it's single or in a set, they are bundled and wrapped for gift-giving, making them a perfect gift for baby showers and expecting family or friends.



Organic baby changing travel pad, Willow Moon (Long) - $28

Set of 3 Changing pads: Hot Squares, Whoo, Pink Camo - $30


Baby changing pad, Rocket Science - $12

So if you have little ones or know someone who does, make sure to visit her shop and take a look at more of her work: HIP Pads on Etsy


Happy Crafting!


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.