Showing posts with label shopping. Show all posts
Showing posts with label shopping. Show all posts
Monday, December 14, 2009
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Trunk Show!!
On Thursday, November 12th, the authority on Twitter for all things handmade will host a Virtual Trunk Show on Etsy.com showcasing great gift ideas for everyone. The Trunk Show will take place in Etsy.com’s Virtual Labs in the Gallery room (http://www.etsy.com/virtual_labs.php). The show starts at 8 PM EST. “We wanted to really make it easy for people to find unique gifts this year, and thought that a Virtual Trunk Show would be perfect,” says Etsy Twitter Team Co-Leader Kristen Evans, owner of FirebirdHouse Designs. “Grab a cup of cocoa and get a jumpstart on your list without having to fight crowds and traffic!”
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The team, which uses Twitter to expand its reach to a global audience, thinks that this holiday season, people are looking for quality and a good price. “We really want to introduce people to the diversity and quality of handmade items,” says Vickie Porter, the team’s leader and the artist/owner behind the recycled domino jewelry of In My Head Studios. “You can find great gifts and stocking stuffers for even the most difficult people on your list, in every price range. Many of the artists will be on hand to meet 'in person' and chat about their work.” The categories being featured are For Her, For Him, For Kids, For Anyone, and Under $50. You are sure to find the right item for anyone on your list.
Vickie feels that encouraging people to make handmade items part of their holiday is important. “The handmade lifestyle really offers something unique, and we want to be sure and share that with the rest of the world, on Twitter and off.”
You’ll need an account with Etsy.com to attend. Don’t worry! It’s free and easy to sign up! Get there early so you can get a good seat!
There will be fantastic handmade prizes, too! See you there!
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Our awesome graphic was created by Susan Brown of SalonDArte.etsy.com
Thursday, October 1, 2009
The Browns I Love: Team Treasury
Created by BurlapWorks.etsy.com
Expires October 2nd
Expires October 2nd
I love the colors in this one! Be sure to give it your click and comment love!
Monday, September 28, 2009
Shop of the Week: Ambient Lights
Becki Krska, of AmbientLights.etsy.com, creates several types of items for home fragrancing as well as bath and body items. She’s on a mission to make you and your home smell like heaven!
For home fragrancing she makes 100% Soy wax candles, 100% Palm wax Warmer Melts, Aromatic Sink Freshener & Gentle Cleansers (these are neat, be sure to check them out!). For bath and body items she makes goat’s milk hand and body oval soap bars (dye free) and goat’s milk Soap on a Pouf, which is similar to soap on a rope but it's on a shower pouf! Her shop also carries Natural Lip Balms (both flavored and unflavored), and Hair and Body Mist with Aloe and Vitamin E.
“I have spent countless hours and many months researching and testing my items to find the best materials available that I can use to create premium quality products at an affordable price. I don't make any item available for sale unless I love it and I have proven through thorough testing that it is a fantastic item!
“My inspiration to create comes from within. I have always enjoyed crafting and creating things; it's a part of who I am. I love the satisfying feeling of making something with my own two hands. For me it's thrilling and exhilarating to create items. It makes me feel good! Also, I always smell great because I spend so much time around fantastic fragrances, that's a good thing!”
“I have spent countless hours and many months researching and testing my items to find the best materials available that I can use to create premium quality products at an affordable price. I don't make any item available for sale unless I love it and I have proven through thorough testing that it is a fantastic item!
“My inspiration to create comes from within. I have always enjoyed crafting and creating things; it's a part of who I am. I love the satisfying feeling of making something with my own two hands. For me it's thrilling and exhilarating to create items. It makes me feel good! Also, I always smell great because I spend so much time around fantastic fragrances, that's a good thing!”
She ships internationally. All US orders have flat rate shipping no matter how much you purchase. I know you want to smell good, too, so take advantage of this one-week-only special offer:
15% off ALL items OR Purchase three 7.50oz 100% Soy Jar Candles for only $20.00 (regularly priced 8.50 each) (15% off does not apply to the 3 for $20.00 special, it is already more then 20% savings!)
Special discounts do not apply to shipping. She can send you an invoice reflecting your savings before you make your payment or you can pay for your items and she will refund your savings via PayPal.
Most of her items have a quantity of one listed but she has more! Please feel free to contact her if you would like additional quantities of any item and she will create a custom listing just for you.
15% off ALL items OR Purchase three 7.50oz 100% Soy Jar Candles for only $20.00 (regularly priced 8.50 each) (15% off does not apply to the 3 for $20.00 special, it is already more then 20% savings!)
Special discounts do not apply to shipping. She can send you an invoice reflecting your savings before you make your payment or you can pay for your items and she will refund your savings via PayPal.
Most of her items have a quantity of one listed but she has more! Please feel free to contact her if you would like additional quantities of any item and she will create a custom listing just for you.
Follow her on Twitter @AmbientLights
| Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade AmbientLights.etsy.com |
Monday, September 21, 2009
Shop of the Week: Joslin Jewels
Sheridan Joslin, of JoslinJewels.etsy.com, creates, in her words, “fine wire wrapped and gemstone jewelry”. But if you take one look at her shop you can see that it involves so much more than that. Just saying “fine wire wrapped and gemstone jewelry” about her shop is like saying the sculpture David was just sculpted out of plain old marble and is no big deal! Her work is intricate. Her work is simple. Her work is the kind of art that the artist makes the infinitely complex look like it took no effort at all to make and that, my friend, is the hallmark of a great artist.
“Whether simple or intricate, I meticulously craft each piece of jewelry I create. I use only fine metals and carefully selected gemstones. Each piece is original and most are one of a kind.”
The earrings pictured above have wonderful lines. I like how the shape of the ear wire comes down and makes the jewels look as if they are in a bowl. The wire wrapping appears flawless. These earrings would go with almost any outfit from daily casual to dressy business to elegant evening wear.
“I love gemstones as much as I love a good puzzle. Making intricate wire jewelry is like a challenging puzzle. It involves shaping and forging straight wire into intricate designs with no soldering -- only wrapped connections.And that is exactly what Sheridan does with her work. Check out her shop and be amazed!
“It's an art that dates back thousands of years, and many of the techniques used today are the same as those used in ancient times. With only a few simple tools and careful manipulation, a skilled jewelry artist can sculpt wire into beautiful works of wearable art.”
Follow her on Twitter @joslinjewels
Blog: joslinjewels.blogspot.com
Become her Fan on Facebook: facebook.com/JoslinJewels
Second Etsy Shop: BijouxRomantique.etsy.com
Second Facebook Fan Page: facebook.com/BijouxRomantique
Blog: joslinjewels.blogspot.com
Become her Fan on Facebook: facebook.com/JoslinJewels
Second Etsy Shop: BijouxRomantique.etsy.com
Second Facebook Fan Page: facebook.com/BijouxRomantique
Special Deal until 9/27/09: Buy one or more items over $25.00 and choose one item worth up to $25.00 for FREE! Simply enter "etsytwitter" and the name of the item you would like to receive for free in the Notes to Seller box during Etsy.com checkout.
| Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade joslinjewels.etsy.com |
All photos copyright to Sheridan Joslin/Joslin Jewels
Thursday, September 17, 2009
So You Think You Can: Team Treasury
So You Think You Can Dance With the Etsy Twitter Team!
Created by Mandizzle.etsy.com
Expires September 18th
Please give this one your click and comment love!
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Silver and Gold Team Treasuries
Our two team Treasuries this week have similar themes. One is about Silver and one is about Gold! How cool is that?! Pass out the clicks and comments, please!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Etsy Twitter Team Shop of the Week: In My Head Studios
34-year-old artist Vickie Porter, owner of In My Head Studios, has a passion for paper. "I love everything about paper-the way it feels, the sounds it makes, the colors and textures. It has dimension, and I try to us
e that in my work."
A self-professed perfectionist with an eye for detail, Vickie's exquisitely crafted pendants create miniature spaces that call to mind old letters, or the box of special treasures you had as a child.
Says Vickie, " I have to make art like I have to breathe! I intentionally keep a messy desk so I can be inspired by the play of papers together. I have WAY more ideas for art than time to do it in!"
Using scrabble tiles and upcycled vintage dominos as the base for her pendants allows Vickie to "create something new from something old" and the addition of beads, dangles and charms give the beautiful pieces texture and movement.
An avid Twitterite, Vickie uses her three Twitter accounts not only to "connect and form relationships with people. I talk to them, post useful links, and funny stuff" but also to "share my creative process so people get to know my craft as well as me. I strive to have people think of my work when they think of me."
In addition to working fulltime as an artist in her home studio, Vickie is also leader of the 175-member Etsy Twitter Team. "Running the team is truly a joy and a blessing to be part of! The members have created such a close community-I'm really proud of that." Recently, she made the decision to help start up and run the Facebook Fans of Etsy Street Team (FFEST) with several other women. "They are all very talented and I am really excited about this new venture!"
In My Head Studios is happy to do custom pendants. "If you dream it, I can do it!" and ships jewelry all over the world. " I guarantee you will love wearing your pendant as much as I enjoyed creating it!"
On Twitter: @inmyheadstudios
SHOP OF THE WEEK SPECIAL:
15% off all orders (not including shipping).
Discount refunded via Paypal.
| Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade inmyheadstudios.etsy.com |
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Team Treasury
Please give this Team Treasury some click and comment love!
Don't forget to check out our Back to School Sale going on now until September 7th!
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Etsy Twitter Team Goes Back to School
It’s that time of year again… Back to School! Time to gather up all those pens and pencils, clothes and accessories, dorm décor and paper goods! What fun!
I don’t know about you, but as for me Back to School is something I still enjoy very much and I’m not even in school and I don’t have kids! I just love buying new pens and notebooks! I’m an artist!! Paper is my thing.
Many of us at the Etsy Twitter Team feel the same so we’re having a big party to celebrate Back to School with you! We’ve got lots to share so let’s get started!!
Geek is Chic! Gorgeous circuit board jewelry! Take 15% off using code "Back to School" and be issued a refund through PayPal. 10% of all sales from August 25th to September 7th will go towards the purchase of school supplies that will be donated to Staples.
SalonDArte.etsy.com
100% of proceeds of sale of this item to benefit a local after school program with arts and craft supplies.
100% of proceeds of sale of this item to benefit a local after school program with arts and craft supplies.Here's a new bling factor for your hair. Price already discounted!
Free Shipping when buyers mention "Back to School".
"My workplace and I are donating Back to School items to the United Way!" - Jessica
"My workplace and I are donating Back to School items to the United Way!" - Jessica
DizzlePop.etsy.com
15% off, use code "BTS" in message to seller. Will refund the difference or resend invoice if not yet paid. Will donate 15% of proceeds to her local Staples for Back To School items.
10% off. Use code "ETTSCHOOL" in Message to Seller. She will refund the difference in PayPal or resend an invoice - which ever is easier for you. She will donate 10% of her proceeds to buying items for Project SOS.
10% off all items (before shipping) in "Game Day" Section. Funds will be returned via PayPal.
"School starts very early in Atlanta, so office supply stores were offering great specials at the beginning of August. I purchased backpacks, folders, pencils, pens, school glue, notebooks, notebook paper, rulers, protractors and highlighters that I have already donated to the children in the local homeless shelter." - Lois
"I will also be donating 10% from the orders that use that coupon to 'The Angel Fund" in our county in Iowa and that is used to provide school supplies and tuition for extracurricular programs for children whose families can't afford it (i.e. art classes, dance lessons, swim lessons, etc.)." - Janelle
25% off total cost (including shipping) of any items in the BACK TO SCHOOL section of her shop (Mention "ETTBTS" in the Notes to Seller section and your PayPal account will be refunded.) She will be donating the first $25 from these sales to donorschoose.org
Buy 2 Lip Balms and get one FREE Lip Balm of lesser or equal value. Leave a comment at check out with your free lip balm choice.
10% off using "Back to School" in Notes to Seller. Will donate portion of proceeds to Back to School items for kids!
10% off all items (before shipping) in "Game Day" Section. Funds will be returned via PayPal.
"School starts very early in Atlanta, so office supply stores were offering great specials at the beginning of August. I purchased backpacks, folders, pencils, pens, school glue, notebooks, notebook paper, rulers, protractors and highlighters that I have already donated to the children in the local homeless shelter." - Lois
ScrapWithStyle.etsy.com
Sale: 15% discount on whole shop (refunded via PayPal after purchase, does not include shipping) when using coupon code: "Back2School" in Message to Seller at checkout!
"I will also be donating 10% from the orders that use that coupon to 'The Angel Fund" in our county in Iowa and that is used to provide school supplies and tuition for extracurricular programs for children whose families can't afford it (i.e. art classes, dance lessons, swim lessons, etc.)." - Janelle
25% off total cost (including shipping) of any items in the BACK TO SCHOOL section of her shop (Mention "ETTBTS" in the Notes to Seller section and your PayPal account will be refunded.) She will be donating the first $25 from these sales to donorschoose.org
Buy 2 Lip Balms and get one FREE Lip Balm of lesser or equal value. Leave a comment at check out with your free lip balm choice.
10% off using "Back to School" in Notes to Seller. Will donate portion of proceeds to Back to School items for kids!
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Shop of the Week: Nikky Lee Designs
Nicole Husnik, of NikkyLeeDesigns.etsy.com, creates stunning handmade jewelry and very professional photographs. I like the juxtaposition of her work styles. The two seem to complement each other nicely in terms of design, color, and composition.
She says about her two styles, “They're both a passion that I don't think I could live without. Every jewelry piece and photo I take is made with beauty and pride in mind.”
What inspires Nicole to create? “Mostly nature and its ability to be beautiful with such little effort.” Her work seems to require little effort, too, and that is a hallmark of excellent design and craftsmanship. She chooses many different styles of beads and stones to work with. Some of her work is funky and some of it is more traditional beadwork.
Her favorite thing about her craft: “The pure exhilaration when a piece is finished, or a photo turns out, just as I hoped... amazing feeling of satisfaction!”
What are her Twitter tricks of the trade? “Lots of personal tweets, cross promo tweets with personal promo scattered about. Share the love and it will be returned!” Nicole tweets a lot for the team and is always at the ready to retweet a sale, special, or just good news from other Etsy Twitter Team members.
Follow her on Twitter @nikkyleedesigns
Read her blog: www.nikkyleedesigns.blogspot.com
Special for this week: Free earrings of her choice with any jewelry purchase $15 or more. Enter code "Feature Shop" in comments at checkout.
She says about her two styles, “They're both a passion that I don't think I could live without. Every jewelry piece and photo I take is made with beauty and pride in mind.”
What inspires Nicole to create? “Mostly nature and its ability to be beautiful with such little effort.” Her work seems to require little effort, too, and that is a hallmark of excellent design and craftsmanship. She chooses many different styles of beads and stones to work with. Some of her work is funky and some of it is more traditional beadwork.
Her favorite thing about her craft: “The pure exhilaration when a piece is finished, or a photo turns out, just as I hoped... amazing feeling of satisfaction!”
What are her Twitter tricks of the trade? “Lots of personal tweets, cross promo tweets with personal promo scattered about. Share the love and it will be returned!” Nicole tweets a lot for the team and is always at the ready to retweet a sale, special, or just good news from other Etsy Twitter Team members.
Follow her on Twitter @nikkyleedesigns
Read her blog: www.nikkyleedesigns.blogspot.com
Special for this week: Free earrings of her choice with any jewelry purchase $15 or more. Enter code "Feature Shop" in comments at checkout.
| Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade NikkyLeeDesigns.etsy.com |
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Sneak Attack For Joyce
One of our own teammates, Joyce Richards of BeadsofGlass.etsy.com, has been diagnosed with brain and lung cancer. In order to help with her expenses like home health care, we have organized a "Sneak Attack" on her shop... and our hopes are to have her bought out completely by week's end.
She makes lovely handmade glass beads and jewelry. If you see something you like, please buy it. And tell all your friends so we can help Joyce out as much as possible.
Sandi created a Treasury dedicated to Joyce. While I don't normally blog Treasuries that are not full of teammates, I thought blogging this one was more than appropriate.
Enjoy and happy shopping!
She makes lovely handmade glass beads and jewelry. If you see something you like, please buy it. And tell all your friends so we can help Joyce out as much as possible.
Sandi created a Treasury dedicated to Joyce. While I don't normally blog Treasuries that are not full of teammates, I thought blogging this one was more than appropriate.
Enjoy and happy shopping!
Created by HandmadebySandi.etsy.com
Expires August 19th
Friday, August 14, 2009
Monday, August 10, 2009
Shop of the Week: Safiya Beauty
Everything about Nailah Safiya Blades’ shop at SafiyaBeauty.etsy.com is sumptuous. She creates natural bath and body products that merge natural and eco-friendly ingredients with luxurious indulgence. You can moisturize, polish, make suds, lather, and soak with her products.
Her shop announcement says, “Safiya’s philosophy is to provide you with the finest, purest natural and organic products, but never at the risk of neglecting your need to feel beautiful and smell delicious. Our products contain only what is absolutely necessary to make the absolute best product for your body without sacrificing your desire to feel fantastic.” It makes me want to check out her shop for something that will make me feel soft and pretty. I’m sure I won’t be disappointed!!
Nailah wants you to know that she works “very hard to make sure that my products are made with the very best ingredients I can find. I think as a culture, we pay very close attention to what we put into our bodies but not so much what we put on them, which is just as important. Because of that, all of my products are made with natural ingredients and contain no parabens, phthalates, or harsh preservatives. I also strive to provide an environmentally friendly product and go to great lengths to ensure this.
“I’m an indulgent person and I think that shows through with my products. I really enjoy creating products that will transport my consumer to their own little private spa. I love using creamy butters and skin-loving vegetable oils because they create such opulent products. I’m also slightly inspired by food! All of my bath bombs are cookies or cupcakes – I have a major sweet tooth.”
You can even see the indulgence in her products through her photos. The way the butters peak up firmly, you can tell they have a lot of body to them and will be luxuriously creamy.
Her favorite thing about her craft is “how the finished product makes others feel. I love watching someone try my body butters for the first time and see their eyes light up as they rub it into their skin or as they smell the scents. That’s definitely my favorite part!”
About Twitter: “I love Twitter! I think my biggest piece of Twitter advice would be to make sure it’s not all about you. I try to ‘RT’ [retweet] others or share articles that others may find helpful. I also use Twitter to announce any specials on my shop or when I have new blog posts.”
Are you looking for the perfect gift or favor? Custom and wholesale orders are welcomed by Safiya Beauty! They offer private labeling for weddings, showers and parties.
Follow her on Twitter @safiyabeauty
Read her blog at www.safiyabeauty.wordpress.com
Special for this Week: 15% off your entire order – just mention “EtsyTwitter” in the seller’s notes and she will reimburse you via PayPal refund.
| Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade SafiyaBeauty.etsy.com |
All photos copyright to Safiya Beauty/Nailah Safiya Blades
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