Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Mixed Media and silver

Today my featured esty artist is alternatebliss:

http://alternatebliss.etsy.com
http://www.alternatebliss.blogspot.com

About the artist:

I am a Mixed Media Artist. In my shop you will find orignal Art. Including Watercolor Art, ACEO's, Art Prints, Folk and Niave Whimsical Acrylic Paintings, and hand made Silver Jewelry




I currently ship USPS within 3 business days of receiving payment. Unless otherwise stated in the listing details.
You can also view my illustrations at GumballGrenade.etsy.com


Sunday, May 25, 2008

Lazy Cat


Lazy Cat is my featured etsy artist today:

http://lazycat.etsy.com

http://lazycatgifts.blogspot.com

Indulge in knits and jewelry!
About the artists:


Lazy Cat Gifts was created by three friends in Ann Arbor, MI. Two of them were in medical school at the University of Michigan and the third worked in a laboratory there. All of us had grandmothers who crocheted, however Kelly had the most experience.

After honing our skills for several years making many gifts for many family members and friends, we decided to try to sell some of our creations! We had a good start at a local craft show and found Etsy.com while searching for a gentle way to beginning selling online. (Plus, Etsy comes with the bonus of a great community of artists!) Etsy is also great for us, because Kelly has moved to Philadelphia, while Allison and Stasia still live in Ann Arbor. However, we keep in touch every day! And, we are all so excited Kelly is moving back to Ann Arbor in June!

We enjoy using the skills from our grandmothers to create wonderfully hip and modern pieces. We crochet in both yarn and wire, creating artisan crochet bead jewelry, scarves, hats, etc. We are constantly looking for ways to expand crochet, and we love making custom items!

We are updating our store all the time, so please check back often to see what new goodies have appeared!

Additionally, our Boutique line of jewelry is currently available at Suwanee Springs at 306 S. Main St. in Ann Arbor, MI. Please stop in to see these exclusive pieces!

In the past, we have featured Kelly's mom's items in "Ruth Ellen's Creations" as she is unable to make her own website. Hopefully her beautiful quilts and tasty dog treats will return soon.

Read more about our store and the cats who inspire it on our blog: http://lazycatgifts.blogspot.com

Sunday, May 18, 2008

Stunning Handcrafted Cards


Today I am featuring MyCatLuLu

http://mycatlulu.etsy.com
http://mycatlulu.blogspot.com

About the artist:

About me:
Professional facts:
BA in Art
Day Job: Desktop Publisher
Trained in Photoshop, Indesign, gocco, my medium format camera, black and white darkroom, and the color darkroom.

I am:
I'm lover not a fighter who enjoys the company of people, the songs of birds, and an occasional Mia tai. Don't like mean people, but really who would. Don't own bowling shoes, but I did play in a league when I was in 5th grade. Other than art, my passion is traveling. My last trip took me to Kauai, Hawaii...lovely.

About the name:



✭✭MyCatLulu ✭✭
Lulu is one of the cutest cats out there. She has great big eyes and really soft fur. She reminds me of an anime cat, but only better–no crazy effects...though her purr could use a little more volume.

With all the cards you will need in the coming season, why would you want to give store bought?
Give hand made and show them how much you care!
Go and check out the rest of mycatlulu's shop NOW ! :)



Saturday, May 17, 2008

Cuddle Baby

My featured etsy seller in the 90 sellers in 90 days is Cuddle baby.
http://cuddlebaby.etsy.com
http://cuddlebabyblankets.blogspot.com

From the artist:
CuddleBaby was created out of a passion making blankets and other items for my two children. It all started with my first baby. I liked to swaddle her, but couldn't ever find blankets big enough. So, with my 2nd, I started making my own. I began thinking that others might like large blankets also, so I began selling blankets at our local Gardener's Market until I found out about ETSY. I am always looking for new ideas, so keep checking back for new colors, fabrics and designs.


Now I know I have been at this for longer than ninety days due to some circumstances in my life-I hope you all will hang in with me as I continue in this :).







Thursday, May 15, 2008

Ring


A few days ago I got a convo on etsy from another user ( MaggieMoo ) wanting to know if I made rings.
Well, I haven't really tried this, but she wanted something really simple and said she didn't mind being the guinea pig.
She had been looking on etsy and unable to find what she was looking for.
So, I tried a few things. Some didn't work out so well ;).
But, I came up with a very simple herringbone ring.
I really like it!
Not only was I able to create something for someone that they were looking for and will love, but she helped me create a new item for my shop!

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Simply Said by Sarah

Etsy
Buy Handmade
SimplySaidbySarah

http://SimplySaidBySarah.etsy.com
http://SimplySaidBySarah.blogspot.com

About the artist:

"Sarah Orton is a graphic design student in North Carolina. Her flair for design stems from a lifelong interest in crafts and her pieces demonstrate a fun spin on a contemporary sense of style. Encouraged by the requests she’d begun to receive from fellow employees and friends, Sarah decided to combine her creativity with her business sense, and Simply Said by Sarah was born. Each piece is handcrafted and unique, and is sure to add a tasteful touch of originality to your home!"

Monday, May 12, 2008

Celtic goddess jewelry

http://celticgoddessjewelry.etsy.com
http://buyindie.blogspot.com/
Feel divine when you don this jewelry!

What she has to say about herself:
Celtic Goddess Jewelry was started in early 2001, and has been selling on etsy for 2 years and counting!
Art has always been prevalent in my life. I love to draw, paint, sculpt, make jewelry, make bath and body products and most recently, photography. I am influenced by spiritual learning, nature, goddess and celtic imagery. I identify very strongly with my celtic heritage.