Calling all Designers of Mine

Hi all!  It's so busy around here prepping for the holiday and I'd love to see what you you all have been up to! :)

Post some pictures of you designs here and post on my Facebook wall too!  There is so much talent out there!  Can't wait to see your work!
 

The Best of Both Worlds Etsy & Artfire!!

So many cool things about both sites.  I guess like life you different things from different people which is what make friendships so wonderful.  I signed up for the Group Deal through Artfire for the Pro account and I have to say, so far I am pleased with it.  Who knows what will eventually happen -- but I have the RapidCart on my blog now so it is easier to purchase/checkout in a secure way as well! Yay!  Very cool tool!

Surgical Steel Earring Flat-Pad Posts and Bobby Pins Available

We now offer surgical steel flat pad earring posts in 5mm, 8mm and 10mm sizes.  Also available in our shop are bobby pins with 10mm flat pads in antique brass and silver tone.  These are great and an affordable way to make your jewelry and hair accessories the way YOU want them!  :)  Bows, Swarovski crystals, cabochons, sea glass -- the possibilities are endless!
Surgical Steel Flat Pad Earring Posts

Bobby Pins with Glue Pads and Earring Posts with Glue Pads

New Banner and Avatars for Precious Supplies!

I am in the middle of inventory, restocking and adding new items in my shop!  So, I figured I may as well update my banner and avatars too!  I love the new ones!  :)

Romantic Treasury "Sunday Morning"

Check out the lovely romantic treasury I'm in:

New Member Etsy Project Embrace!

I've been seeing a lot of "Etsy Project Embrace" buttons on seller items lately.  It has been very heartwarming to see this outpouring of kindness and support from the Etsy community.   To help raise funds to find a cure Etsy Project Embrace has even set up a fundraising page on the American Cancer Society's website and is doing well!

Etsy Project Embrace ACS Fundraising Page

It has taken some time for me to even think about being able to help raise awareness and support after the past two years.  But I'm still standing and so is my family and I am a proud new member of Etsy Project Embrace!

Gemstone Beads and Sterling Silver Jewelry Making Supplies

Gorgeous lime green smooth polished cushion beads just listed:
Precious Supplies Etsy Shop

Meet "Threads in the Bed"!

For all things fiber - knit bags, knit and felted bags, scarves and head gear, woven scarves and little bags, knit and crochet freeform bags and unique yarn and bead necklaces.....  Check ithem out:

"Threads in the Bed" on Etsy

Meet "Gemalicious Beads"!

At Gemalicious Beads you will find the most delicious, mouthwatering stones you could ask for at prices that are easy to swallow!  These ladies are super nice too.  Check them out:
Gemalicious Beads

Meet "Beadtopia Vintage"!

Our next Etsy Supply Street Team (Team ESST) member to introduce you to is "Beadtopia Vintage".    Here you will find vintage beads, rhinestone balls, clasps, brass and a variety of oddities.  Check them out:

Beadtopia Vintage on Etsy

We're having Baby Eastern Cottontails!

There is a frantic female rabbit in the front garden.  She is eating so much of my thyme and rolling around in it.  On Sunday, she went crazy eating the dianthus (which does smell so sweet).  Apparently, this bunny has made its nest under one of my lavender bushes.  Today, this rabbit went bananas ripping pieces of the large dianthus and dragging it back to its nest for padding.  These are going to be the sweetest smelling baby bunnies ever!  Thyme, dianthus and munstead lavender -- she is definitely a "girly" rabbit!  lol

Like FEATHERS? Then "KIMONOS" is the place!

If you are looking for (or just love) feathers, the you have to check out KIMONOS on Etsy.    This is the place for quality feather supplies and more:
KIMONOS on Etsy

Paper crafting supplies from "Paper Crafters Paradise"

From rubber stamps to dies to beautiful papers -- you're sure to find something to add to your stash.  Check it out:
Paper Crafters Paradise on Etsy

Summer is on its way! :)

Here is a little "warm-up" from the Etsy Supply Street Team to get you ready for the wonderful summer season:
Team ESST "Summer"

Thanks!

Need patterns? Check out Patterns and Such!

Patterns for plastic canvas, knitting, crochet, sewing, crafts and more!  Also supplies for many of your crafting needs!  Check it out:


Patterns and Such on Etsy

Love these cute crochet flowers by SuppliesbyAyca!!

I fell in love with these flowers at first sight -- who wouldn't?!
Flowers by Supplies by Ayca

Want to create with mosaic tiles?

If you are looking for the some awesome mosaic tiles and the necessary supplies like forms to go along with them, then you need to check out ArtfulMosaicSupplies.

Artful Mosaic Supplies has everything for one-stop shopping for all your mosaic tile needs!

got HEART?

Cutie little heart-shaped lockets ready to hang on a ribbon, cord embellishment:

Leslietsy on Etsy

Thanks for stopping by!

Flowers anyone? Vintage flower beads by Beadbrats

There was a treasury on Etsy today that was all these cherry blossom creamy pinks.  And of course being the jewelry fanatic that I am, there was a pair of dangling vintage flower beads earrings.  So pretty!

Now, I know just where to get these vintage flower beads -- lots of them in the colors of the rainbow!

Right here:  Beadbrats on Etsy

Love 'em!

Totally in LOVE with these beads by LAJewelryDesigns

OMG!  These are so pretty "Violet Fields" (and classy too):
Violet Fields by LAJewelryDesigns on Etsy

Love these little LADYBUGS!

These are the cutest little ladybugs from Doodles Mosaic Tiles:



DoodlesMosaicTiles

I'm in love with their BEADS!

I have marked several beads from this shop as favorites!  Check them out:


MountainShadowDesign

Looking for Gorgeous TRIM?

You MUST check out this shop for some absolutely GORGEOUS Trim!

Suhafuha Crafter's Heaven

Thanks! :)

Altered Art/Mixed Media Projects and Jewelry

For a super shop carrying items for mixed media projects and then some -- Check out
CarDonCreativeDesign 

The welcome message to the shop lists their other shops that include vintage buttons and vintage jewelry linens and clothing.

Thanks for stopping by!

Vintage Beads, Buttons and Charms....

If you need it -- we have it -- Etsy Supply Street Team members.  Our next featured seller offers a variety of vintage beads buttons and charms that are sure to please!  Check out their shop:

EvaRose1900

Till next time!  :)

Mosaic Tiles -- oh what you can create!

Okay, next seller to be featured is JemmDee's mosaic tiles.  The beautiful mirrors and frames created with mosaic tiles is just amazing.  Have yourself a look:


JemmDee Mosaic Tiles

Thanks!

Some really great BEADS from NPKbeads

nkpbeads

Check out the lovely beads from NPKbeads -- an awesome combo with my chains and findings.

Need other supplies?  Just send me a message -- I'll be glad to help you!

Thanks for stopping by!

A Cool Bead Shop in Canada

For the next few days, I am highlighting different Etsy Supply Street Team sellers with a nice variety of shops.  They also offer items that complement my chains etc too.  A cool bead shop to checkout is LeCotillon.  They offer all sorts of affordable beads.  Have look.  :)

In Need of some Tools?

One of my Etsy Supply Street Team colleagues has some awesome tools for all sorts of crafting needs.  Need pliers?,  an anvil, a vise, leather punch set -- yep, Michelle has them!

Check out her shop for some great one stop shopping for tools:
Evie's Tool Emporium

I think I'm getting the leather punch set.

Spring is here!

Well,  I am so super excited!  My tulips and grape hyacinths (muscari) are coming up.  The clematis and hydrangea have green leaf buds AND it is almost 70 degrees.  Can't beat this weather -- I have to go back outside!

HAPPY SPRING!!

Team ESST Semi-Annual Sale

Beginning on 12:00 AM EST February 26 and ending 12 pm Sunday - Etsy EST February 28, the Etsy Supply Street Team (ESST) will be holding its Semi-Annual Supply Street Team Promotion.

This sale exclusively features the members of the Etsy Supply Street Team! Crafting supplies for most any project you may have.

Team members will be offering specials like free shipping, discounts, extra goodies, and everyday fabulous prices.

For more information please check out our team blog:
http://teamesst.blogspot.com/

And for a look at the Team members promos checkout out Team ESST Promo blog:
http://esstpromo.blogspot.com/

Search TEAM ESST for all your supply needs!
http://www.etsy.com/search_results.php?s....m+esst&ref=auto

Go Handmade!
Carolyn

Etsy -- I LOVE you!

Well, Valentine's Day is coming up on Sunday and I got to thinking -- I really do love Etsy.  When I decided to start working as an online business, I thought of Etsy and Artfire and ebay.  The idea of an ebay store seemed too cold, Artfire seemed too new and Etsy felt warm and cozy.  It is by far the best thing I could have ever done!!

The support of other sellers, the Adminstration, and the buyers is absolutely awesome!!  Should anyone wonder where to start their online venture -- without a doubt... go to Etsy!!

So, to all the Admin at Etsy, my fellow Etsians and the Etsy customer base:

Happy Valentine's Day!!  I love you all!!

During the Blizzard - photo

This was taken about 2 hours into the blizzard -- aka "February's Fury/Snowmageddon".  We ended up with a couple of feet between the two blizzards.  Now we get more snow on Monday!

Another Blizzard

We're expected to get at least 20 inches of snow tonight!  If we do there definitely will be some good sledding to do around here.  Let's see what the morning brings -- I'll definitely post a photo!

February Musings

It seems like January went by in the blink of an eye -- but February is always busy around here! 

There are a lot of winter babies in my family.  My daughter's birthday is 4 days after Valentine's Day.  This year she is having her first slumber party.  (I am so NOT ready for this yet!).   Well, the toe nail polish and munchies etc., is okay.  I just have to figure out what music and games....  I wish kids came with manuals that were updated with "new" models for each generation!  lol

Updating my sites....

Well, I have to update many of my sites and learn some new apps since Google Base/Merchant is not approving my feed.   I'm not sure when Etsy will be updating my feed for Google's search.....so its, "Hi-ho, hi-ho....Off to work I go!"

Bead Fest Wire Classes - so many yummy choices

My Bead Fest Wire emails are sooo enticing!!  The choice of classes are great and look estremely interesting!!  I could probably be taking classes all weekend - but I have to set a limit of only 2...

It's a tough choice!  But I LOVE it!  hahaha