Thursday, October 28, 2010

Etsy Twitter Team Gets Ready For Halloween Finale!

I can't believe it is already the end of October and only a few days away from Halloween!
With all the fantastic items to share it took this whole month to showcase so many incredible items from some very talented folks. As promised, I have my final Halloween picks to share.
So, let's get to it!

I'd like to start off this showcase with some very cute and creative cards.

Halloween Note Card Invitation Stationery
by noteworthycrafts
Witch's Treat Hat with Card in Orange and Black
by SalonDArte

I just love the texture and design of PunkyJane's Scaredy Cat etched copper necklace .

For an alternative neckwear selection is this stylish Pumpkin Orange Gauze Summer Scarf Cotton Fabric by beautifulbridget

If you have a little artist in the house they should surely enjoy this Lil Devil Crayon Roll Small with 8 Crayons by Amievoltaire.

For someone feeling more creative this Googles the Skull - Handmade Lampwork Bead by DorsetHillBeads is perfect for making a custom necklace.

I thought these Pumpkin Head - Custom Knit Hat for Baby or Child

by MostFavoriteAunt are so cute and tiny!

Having some guests over for some light food and beverages? Why not use these

Beware if You Dare Black Skull and Crossbone Absorbent Tile Coasters, Set of 4 by AngelEllie.

I was over at lindab142 and found these Save Now Sale - Halloween Spider Costume Earrings

If you are feeling sexy with a little sass how about this Totaly Unique Punk Skull Garter with chain fringe by VictoriaJoanne.

Finally, this amazing artwork by acageybee Day of the Dead print

I hope you enjoyed all the wonderful Halloween inspired creations by my incredibly talented Etsy Twitter Teammates!

Please join me next week for more incredible finds!

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Winter Wonderland Mini Collection Preview

Been struggling with my health again...thus the lack of posts...sorry.

I just wanted to share some more of my Mini Winter collection!

Fluttering Bliss

Check back to see more soon!

Friday, October 22, 2010

Playing with backgrounds...

Once again I am playing with different backgrounds for my photos. It is like a never ending dilemma for me. I had originally settled for a beautiful neutral gray then switched to a clean black when I started trying out a light box. I am faced with the "weather" thing again and having dark gray skies is not very conducive to taking "natural lighting" photographs. (which was why I originally started using a light box years ago) It was only because my major knock off shop started using the black background as well that I decided to switch over to the unique wood for my photos. It made me crazy to see their shop pics look exactly like mine so I HAD to switch! (ugh) I still love the wood background but I have always liked to "clean professional" look of the reflective black background...especially for jewelry. I really am at a standstill...I definitely like the jewelry photographed on the new background but I think I still prefer the wood for all the other pieces. Now I'm stuck with having a shop that doesn't look coherent to me with the mix of wood and black!
WHAT TO DO?!
Any feedback would greatly e appreciated!
Here are a few pics with the new background and a few with both to compare.

Oh yeah, I'm using natural light to take pics on the black background! LOL!

Thursday, October 21, 2010

More Etsy Twitter Team Halloween Inspiration!

As promised, here are more fabulous items to inspire you for Halloween!
There are just SO MANY incredible things to share I had to make it an ongoing October theme! Here is a beautiful and unique mixed media necklace by MindyG. Perfect colors for Fall!
Halloween Bubble Necklace

For a true conversation piece try this incredible
Paper Mache Medusa Rattle by Whimsyfish.
The detail is amazing!

Of course, it's all about the kiddies and how cute is this
Custom Jack Skeleton Halloween Earflap Hat
by JaybirdDesigns. I LOVE "The Nightmare Before Christmas."

Nothing says sassy like a pair of skull earrings by MommaGoddess.
Dia De Los Muertos Earrings with Bows

Then again, if you're not the skull type, what about this cute Mummified Mummy Necklace by inmyheadstudios

Curling up with a good book? Why not use one of these Trick or Treat . Halloween witch art bookmarks by aquariann?

How cute are these special Halloween Pumpkin Tags...Set of 6 by TheCheckeredRabbit?

I don't know about you but WHO DOESN'T LIKE CUPCAKES?! These Halloween Cupcake Toppers Spiders by caelum are perfect for festive delicious treats!!

Join me next time to see MORE fabulous October finds when Etsy Twitter Team Gets Ready for Halloween!

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

SHOP OF THE WEEK: FromNancysHeart

Welcome to the Shop of the Week FromNancysHeart

Nancy's shop is filled with the cutest and most creative hand made personalized ornaments! I love that you can literally find a little bit of everything!

Here's an excerpt from the Etsy Twitter Team Article:
"She has an Etsy shopful of original 3-dimensional ornaments, signs, wreaths, dolls and cake toppers--are all made of wood--and covering just about any holiday or occasion you can think of! And she ships internationally, too!
Nancy has been making little characters for years and never tires of the joy it brings. "Making their little faces just makes me smile and I love telling a story about each one." This imagination and love shows in each item description! Nancy gets most of her ideas from watch all the children in her family. She says "I never have enough time in the day to be able to capture all of their experiences and joys. I love their stories and try to incorporate their imaginative fun"."

Here are a few of my favorites!

Heartfelt - Kelly

Teacher's Pet

Pixie's Birthday

Boo To You

There are SO MANY items to choose from. I highly recommend you taking a moment to check out all the other wonderful items in her shop!

Nancy will be offering
Free Shipping 10/18 through 10/24
Just mention code SOTW1018
in the comments section
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Follow Nancy at
Etsy Shop: http://www.fromnancysheart.etsy.com
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/fromnancysheart
Blog:
http://www.fromnancysheart.blogspot.com

Glittering and Glamorous Halloween Pieces!

Labels: fascinators, halloween

It's that time of the year again when we can all have an excuse to really dress up and have fun I wanted to make sure to share a few of my Sexy Halloween inspired Glamorous pieces!

Black is so challenging to photograph for the novice like me however, the piece is so elegant and billowy in person. I sprinkled olive Swarovski crystals in a playful spray that flows up the feathers. It's difficult to see in the photos but I wanted to share that little detail!