Featured Artist – Crafty Pants Carol

Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 November 2009 09:50 Written by Manic Butterfly Wednesday, 18 November 2009 06:00

I just recently started selling on Etsy, but have been making all kinds of things since I was a little girl. My mom taught me to knit, crochet, sew and embroider and I do all that now – and more.

I have welded metal garden art, sewn clothing and bags, glued ornaments, made molds with plaster and replicas with resin – and I am really excited about incorporating as much of what I like to do into the items that I sell.

I use recycled materials from around my home, vintage and used materials from estate and garage sales, and new things that add interest. My main objective is to use recycled materials, but my overall goal is to create something functional and interesting to look at. I consider it a challenge and I love it! 

Check me out on Etsy.
Read my blog.

Spread the Love November 2 – November 8

Last Updated on Thursday, 5 November 2009 01:32 Written by InvyStudios Monday, 2 November 2009 06:15

Time to Spread the Love for the first week of November. We are getting into the Christmas shopping season, lets help this weeks HAFTeam members get their names out to the masses to make this the best shopping season for everyone.

Monday, November 2 http://mailleetc.etsy.com/

Greetings, and welcome to Maille Etc, where you’ll find kits, tools, jump rings, and, when available, ready-to-wear jewelry.
We’re Green! All of our sterling silver jump rings are made from 100% reclaimed silver – no mined sources here! We feel good about that, and so will you and your customers.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31739892

Everything you’ll need to create this stunning chainmaille bracelet is included in this kit, including a jump ring tool and a very handy triangle scoop! Weave this bracelet for yourself or for your friends – they’ll love you, and, be warned, they’ll demand more of your talents!

Tuesday, November 3 http://colettesboutique.etsy.com/

Beautiful selection of handcrafted sterling silver and semi precious stone jewelry. This shop also has a selection jewelry tutorials for learning to make your own.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30906932

Sleeping Beauty turquoise, sterling silver, and Swarovski crystal handcrafted chandelier earrings.

Wednesday, November 4 http://eiriel.etsy.com/

Welcome!
          Eclectic jewellery includes chainmaille, pearl and unique jewellery that make fantastic gifts for birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries or for yourself after a hard week! I love custom orders, so please feel free to convo me if you have any special requests.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27725340

Something for the boys! Aluminum and rubber chainmaille bracelet. Suitably rugged for wearing during ‘manly’ activities such as hiking, chopping down trees, manning BBQs or just being your own blokish self, these will compliment any man’s wrist!

Thursday, November 5 http://shapedbyhand.etsy.com/

Our jewelry is made with a love for creativity and a desire to provide each person who purchases one of our pieces with a one of a kind work of art. Most of our jewelry is made using various wiring materials such as sterling silver, copper gold filled, gold plated, and color craft wire. Wire is one of the best mediums to work with because it is so malleable and lends itself to endless possibilities. Wire working allows for us to create truly unique pieces.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27349625

Iridescent Swarovski Crystal cube beads in shades of blues and greens.

Friday, November 6 http://yaffaknit.etsy.com/

W E L C O M E ! Scarves, slippers, socks, gloves and hand warmers, hats and bags – it is all for you! COZY, SOFT AND WARM WELCOME to Yaffa’s Neat Knitting Shop!

I am a creataholic for as long as I remember myself.
Always hungry for challenge of making, learning, designing something new using paint, fabric,yarn, wood, metal,beads and crystals,ceramic…you name it!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20399740

Deliciously loving gift for your beloved to keep the hands as well as the heart warm and tender.
The gloves are made with world famous 100% pure Merino wool from New Zealand and decorated with tiny pearls.

Saturday, November 7 http://pennyfarrow.etsy.com/

Handmade leather accessories. Beautifully crafted handbags, small cases/coin purses, journal covers, and bible covers.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28901058

This matte black leather purse is another of my black on black series, it features a gorgeous variety of texture and line and compliments the black clutch and the moon-flower shoulder bag. It is stitched with fine caramel brown linen thread,which provides a subtle highlight, and is fully lined in black pigskin

Sunday, November 8 http://torajewelry.etsy.com/

Carefully and lovingly handcrafted colorful chainemaille jewelry.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27419886

Lovely double spiral weave front clasp necklace with Swarovski Crystal heart.

Lots of great items in this weeks team shops! I hope you have an easier time than I did choosing one as your favorite to Spread the Love. Don’t forget to post your favorites on the Etsy thread at http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6334537

Featured Artist – Tamdoll

Last Updated on Friday, 18 September 2009 04:58 Written by lisianblue Sunday, 20 September 2009 06:00

Tammy of New Hampshire and creator of Tamdol| on Etsy, makes one-of-a-kind handbags, fabric jewelry such as wrist cuffs and some really neat little house pendants, and some very nifty hand crocheted and beaded brooches.  You can also find patterns for a dragon and a mermaid in the this shop.    Some of Tammy’s totes, jewelry and dolls are upcycled art.    Tammy has been creating for over 20 years, and knows there’s another creation just around the corner, you may be surprised at what she comes up with.

Visit Tamdoll on Etsy

Featured Artist – The Little Ballerina

Last Updated on Friday, 18 September 2009 12:02 Written by Manic Butterfly Saturday, 19 September 2009 09:00

I am a stay at home mom of three-Charlotte who is 3, Draven who was 2 in July (yes, they’re super close-15 1/2 months apart) and a newborn, Mason. I have a wonderful husband, Jonathon. We’ve been together for almost 10 years and have been married for almost 5. He’s the best thing that could have happened to me. 

I’d like to introduce my Etsy shop, The Little Ballerina which was inspired by my 3 year old daughter when she all of a sudden wanted to be a ballerina. I made her a couple of tutus and decided to start selling them since I had so much fun creating the two for her. When that started taking off, I thought I had to promote some more with accessories. I love making tutus, and will make your custom tutu just the way you want it. I’ve also made a variety of bows and will customize them just for you.

In my shop I have many different style clippies, 2 styles of tutus to choose from, an assortment of clippy and bow holders, and many other types of accessories. Check it out for all your little girls’ needs! I’ve had a lot of fun making these and hope to continue to do so for quite awhile. I put 100% into everything I do and make.

Visi my Etsy shop The Little Ballerina.
Read my Blog.
Follow me on Twitter.

Featured Artist – Ginger Kitty Designs

Last Updated on Saturday, 12 September 2009 06:12 Written by Manic Butterfly Sunday, 13 September 2009 09:00

My name is Tracey and I am a mother of two wonderful boys and I LOVE designing jewelry! After losing my day job (of 10 years), I decided to open my own store and sell my designs.

I have always been creative, but jewelry design allows me the freedom to express myself. Ginger Kitty Designs offers beautiful handcrafted jewelry and accessories, and I run a ‘Trade Friendly Store.’ I have designed and handcrafted each piece of jewelry you will find in my store, and I will make every effort to make sure you are a happy customer and have a positive experience. 

I am the original creator of a line of jewelry made with nail polish, called ‘Nail Polish Jewelry Line.’  I can custom design any of the jewelry you see in my stores or on my Flickr account, or I can make you a completely unique piece of you – in whatever color or style that suits you.

Most of my designs can be customized to your needs. I can change the size of bracelets and clasps, the color of beads, and change earrings to clip on. Ginger Kitty Designs now also offers jewelry repair. If you have a piece that needs to be restrung or is broken I can more than likely repair it.

I have found that selling my designs is very rewarding and I love when a customer says, “wow it is just beautiful!.” It brings great joy to my life and a smile to my face!

Check out my Etsy Store.
Find my work on Artfire.
Find more of my work at Flickr.
Follow me on Twitter.