Mini Monday: Scrapguild

With a background in fashion design and 30 years experience in sewing, Scrapguild has a lot of talent to offer!



There are many fabric and paper craft products to offer, including dust covers for Cricut Create Machines, which are washable and stylish!

She even shares videos online of some of her work!

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MiniMonday: Mickeys Creations

The great thing about the beautiful bags and purses for sale in Mickeys Creations is that most of her items are custom made to your request. Just pick out your fabric color, and this crafty gal and Steve (that would be her Singer sewing machine) will sew you a bag that is exactly what you are looking for!

Here's a great example of her work! She lets you design your own modern Megan Pleated Corduroy bag, simply tell her which corduroy fabric you'd like and you can also pick from a variety of fabric linings!






If you would prefer to purchase something already made, this modern yet retro design is adorable. Perhaps the Modern Megan Messenger in Retro Red Floral would be for you!


All items are made in a pet-free and smoke-free home. These would make great gifts for yourself, a friend, mom, sister, or daughter. A mom of young children, a student, or anyone that has a lot of stuff to lug around would appreciate these stylish, handmade bags!





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MiniMonday: PatchFirstShop

It is our pleasure to introduce PatchFirstShop for our February MiniMonday. What better month to feature a wedding themed shop than the month of love! Patch creates lovely beaded jewelry for brides and bridesmaids, as well as pieces to wear to that special occasion.



Her designs include classic styles, as well as modern, romantic and Bohemian. If you can't find something in her shop that fits your need, she loves to make custom orders! She has mostly crystal and pearl jewelry, but she sells gorgeous hairpins as well.

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MiniMonday: The Grand Design

It began as a hobby of making jewelry for herself. Now cjgrand of The Grand Design makes jewelry for others. It began with just stones and now her new focus is steampunk. Just browse through her shop, every item is OOAK.

In addition to Steampunk, she has her metaphysical healing stone line - beautiful pieces with a description of the metaphysical characteristics of the stones.


Her blog features not only her work, but pieces by other artists as well - a new one each week!




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Mini Monday: Jordan Necessities

Jordan, jpulliam30, of Jordan Necessities, is a mother of two boys working from home while spending time with her family. The business began after becoming a mother, but she has been sewing for years.

There are all kinds of handbags and accessories in her shop including trick-or-treat bags, wallets, lunch bags, and diaper bags.
One of my favorites are this Orange Boo Trick-or-Treat Bag.



This Creamed Apple Lunch Bag is leak proof and washable!


How cute is this Retro Floral Everything Wallet which holds cash, cards, and coins?




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MiniMonday: BrooksideCreations

Caron and Dean of Brookside Creations have many years experience in making high quality handmade furniture, quilts, and other arts. Caron has been quilting since 1975 and has written two books about quilting. Dean, a fifth generation woodworker, has been in business since 1974.

Most items are custom made and one of a kind! The variety ranges from plant stands to cutting boards or from mirrors to quilts. The team works from Flushing, Michigan.


My favorite item in their shop is this gorgeous Reflections in the Forrest Mirror.

Stop by their blog or fan them on Facebook!




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MiniMondays: PunkyJane

If you like personalized and hand stamped items, PunkyJane is the Etsy seller you've been waiting for! She is a work at home mom with over 20 years experience in graphic design. She has combined her graphic design with typography talents and has created some beautiful sterling silver pieces.



She finds inspiration in her two daughters, and support in her husband while all while juggling life and her business.

She offers many customizable ideas, and has many ready to ship items as well, such as golf ball markers, key chains, and jewelry!

Where else can you find Sandy?

W E B: http://www.PunkyJane.com
B L O G: http://PunkyJane.blogspot.com/
T W I T T E R : http://twitter.com/PunkyJane
F A C E B O O K : http://facebook.com/PunkyJaneJewelry

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MiniMonday: NicoDesigns

Erika, of Nico Designs, has been sewing since she was a little girl, nearly 20 years now. Like most of us crafters, she says it keeps her sane. Crafting allows her to be creative and try new things, two things that are very important in her life since her decision to stay at home with her kids.

Her favorite things to make are dolls and baby items. Her three-year-old daughter inspires her work, as well as nature. Often times after spending time outside or at a zoo she finds herself wanting to create.

Aside from sewing, she has recently taken interest in gardening. She enjoys how excited the kids get about the garden, and it helps live a healthier lifestyle.
You'll find in her shop announcement that she donates some of her sales to the Ronald McDonald House in Temple and to MD Anderson Cancer Hospital in Houston in memory of Chloe, age 7, pointing out that only 4% of the National Cancer Institute's research budget goes to children's cancer research? And that cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children age 15 and younger. She shared her touching story with me.

"A former childhood neighbor lost his oldest daughter, Chloe, to cancer. She was seven years old. I was struck by her smile and courage. Her mother seemed so brave. I do not think I could have kept it together the way she did. Anyway, because of that and what I learned about funding and just the simple fact that it is so young to deal with death I wanted to do something. We donate funds/supplies and I am currently making blankets for the Ronald McDonald House."

Handmade Chloe the Angel Cloth Doll

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MiniMonday: Cut Your Heart Out

The EtsyBloggers Team Mini-Monday line-up couldn't have timed out any better for Jessica, owner of CutYourHeartOut, with Valentine's Day quickly approaching!

Her self-proclaimed wickedly sweet designs are made with love, like this My Heart is Rubber and You Are Glue Necklace. The title says it all, and wouldn't you love to own this piece on Valentine's Day!


Jessica is a wife, mother, and therapist in New Jersey. A very interesting and creative woman, with an interest in the quirky, creepy, and slightly offbeat things in life, such as tattoos, loud music, creative arts, and psychology. She says that not just one particular thing that inspires her work, but her inspiration can come from several different things such as her mood that day, a person, a television show, a story, a piece of art she's seen...

I literally laughed out loud at her answer to my question of how she came up with her shop name. She said, "It was an old screen name that evolved from my non-committal dating days. My friends used to always say that I would cut boys hearts out and stomp on them."

Her designs are nothing she couldn't afford or wear herself! Each item she sells features a quote or poem in the description. You can tell she puts a lot of thought and love into her work.



Look for her second Etsy shop in the works called Mox.ie and Mis.chief (MoxieAndMischief) for children's clothing and accessories.

Fan her on Facebook and get entered into her monthly drawings.

Want to see more? Follow her Blog!

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Mini Monday for Storybeader

Newly returned from a trip to Ireland we are featuring the shop of Deb who is known to all the EtsyBloggers as Storybeader. My favorites of her creations are the treasure necklaces. Together with beads and charms each piece tells a story. Each stunning necklace also comes with a poem specifically inspired by the work.

The haiku for the necklace below is -

She walked through the door

With the bright star reflecting

In her deep blue eyes.

- storybeader

To travel with this jewelry artist on her recent journey to Ireland keep an eye on her blog. To find out what treasure is waiting for you in her shop take a look below and don't be afraid to click because clicking on any item will take you to her shop and we know you want to look!

etsyBloggers Team Mini Monday Designs by Vanessa

(click banner to shop)


Vanessa is a self-described "girly-girl" who live in Texas with her hubby. She said, "I have enjoyed anything and everything crafty since I was a little girl. My designs are fun and feminine.

What I Love: Friends, Family, Being Crafty, Photography, Scrapbooking, Journaling, Jewelry, Purple, Pink, Traveling, Working Out, Retail Therapy, Reading, Movies, Music, Fashion and anything that will hold my attention!"

Vanessa also has a beautifully designed blog

Designs by Vanessa

where you will discover delightful contests, features, and more!

Vanessa has been a member of the etsyBloggers Team for almost a year.

Congratulations Vanessa!

Pssst...this is my favorite

Mini Monday for Magdalene Jewels

Today the EtsyBloggers are sharing with you the shop and blogs of Pamela Baker. The shop, Magdalene Jewels, is filled with this artists lovely designs that include necklaces, earrings and bracelets. From her shop profile she introduces her work-

I started designing jewelry as a hobby and now besides selling on Etsy I have been doing many custom orders and craft fairs. I use Swarovski Crystals in all my designs, mainly because of the intricate colors which when reflected in the sunlight makes each piece unique.

Beyond the jewelry designs there is a section in the shop of scarves that are knit or crocheted. If you live in parts of the US or Canada where winter seems to be hanging on much too long you will want to take a look at those.

To explore more of this artist and her life you have two blogs to read. These blogs share with you EtsyBlogger events and friends, travel in her own area along the Hudson River in New York, and so much more!
You can read either one or both which I highly recommend by going here or here.

Mini Monday for Dorset Hill Beads

Hi! My name is Eileen, I live in a suburb of Maryland with my wonderful husband, 2 sons and our bulldog. I love creating one-of-kind lampwork beads and being able to share them with people like you. I have found my artistic passion.

I am mostly self taught but have been fortunate enough to have taken a few classes from artists that I consider to be highly regarded in the lampwork world. My beads are made with soft glass such as Morette/Effetre, ASK, Vetrefond, Lauscha and others. After each bead is created I tuck them into my kiln for a good night sleep so they will wake up sturdy and strong to last a lifetime...

The passion certainly shows in Eileen's work. In her blog she shares her passion by showing readers what others have done with her beads. The blog has even more than that. You will find posts about our featured EtsyBlogger each month, recipes and garden battles with groundhogs.

Right now Eileen is taking part in the One World One Heart Giveaway. To have a chance to win an item from this wonderful glass artist go to her blog for details that can be found in this post.

Mini Monday Featuring THE FAB MISS B

Website: Becky Kazana

"Whimsical gift cards from my original artwork"

Under the Sea

A pretty mermaid swims across this card with a few aquatic friends. Flip the card over...Shop: The Fab Miss B

The Fab Miss B is a one woman extravaganza dedicated to finding unique handmade and vintage things for you and your home. Come in and Find one of a kind.

"I found this beautiful ox bone perfume bottle at a market in Xi'an China. Xi'an was the ancient capital of China and also the end point of the silk road. It is now home to a large Muslim community who sell handicrafts to tourists. This small perfume bottle was carved by hand and decorated with branches, flowers, a bumble bee and a moth."

Blog: The Fab Miss B

"If the twenties are about improvisation, I feel like Thelonious Monk. In the last three years, hubby and I have bounced around the world; through Africa, Europe, China and now the American Southwest. This blog is a sketchbook I fill with the inspiration I find around me everyday."

Etsy Bloggers Team Mini Monday featuring La Baleine a Plumes

With as interesting a life as our very own La Baleine a Plumes, there was nothing I could say that was more interesting as her own bio!

When people ask me what I do in life, I tell them I am an artist, which is the only thing I know for sure about me...

Originally a singer/dancer/actress, I am also a bellydancer, I design websites, I am reader for a Children's books publisher, and a writer when I finally find the time and inspiration!

I live in the center of Paris and I can see the Louvres from my window and the Eiffel Tower from my room.

Self taught sewer and crafter, my Etsy shop was a project that my friends and family supported a lot... and it's now officially open!
Angel Doll - God is always here

As with my life, I explore lots of different styles and materials, and follow my inspiration...

Silhouette Moleskine - Edwardian woman

Blog - La Baleine a Plumes

Blog: Linda et Laure au Liban - La Résurrection!!!
Shop - La Baleine a Plumes
My Flickr: La Baleine a Plumes

For my work as a dancer: Escape Monotony

What an exciting and busy life La Baleine a Plumes! I am pleased to feature you this week!

etsyBlogger Mini Monday Featuring...

III Rexexs Jewelry

Latin for (Three Kings) - Symbolizing the Wisdom & the Beauty of "all" cultures.

From Los Angeles, Tara has been an active member of the etsyBloggers Team since August of this year, and a very active artisan with a unique Etsy shop and beautifilled Blog!

The Eros pendant was worn by the beautiful Tyra Banks on her talk show!
OFFERED FOR $108.00 - (You can customize this piece)

A few celebrities who have worn Tara's jewelry: Tyra Banks, Kristy Swanson, Miss America Carolyn Sapp, Ian Atsbury (The Cult & The Doors)