EtsyBloggers Treasury by TheArtOfJoy

EtsyBloggers Treasury by TheArtOfJoy!
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"Back to School Fun!"





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Birthday Wishes to an Etsy Blogger

We have a hard working gal, whose birthday is Sunday - she is the owner/co-owner of 3 shops! Visit and send her wishes and kisses!

Aija of Aiaiai Sunday August 22






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EtsyBloggers 3rd Anniversary WEEKEND SALE!!! Aug 13, 14, 15!!!

Have you heard?? Approximately 50 Etsy shops are participating in this wonderful event...we're all celebrating the 3rd Anniversary of the rockin' EtsyBloggers team...and we're all having a SALE!!! Look at all the beautiful items just waiting for you to take a closer look:


























































































































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Accessories

http://www.etsy.com/shop/sexyhandmade
10% off all items (excluding shipping) for three days only! (Aug 13 - 15). To be refunded through pay pal.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/tamdoll
40% off non-ribbon items with "Celebrate" in notes to seller. (40% to be refunded via PayPal)
tamdoll

http://craftingbirds.etsy.com
Through the fifteenth, free shipping in my main shop:
Convo me and I'll reserve the item and remove shipping fees if you mention Etsy Bloggers!

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Art

http://peacoxcreations.etsy.com
10% off all items to be refunded through pay pal. There's already free shipping!

http://nwwonders.etsy.com
BUY 1 ITEM, GET 1 FREE! Simply put "EtsyBloggers Rock" in notes to seller to receive a new invoice through paypal. (free item of equal or lesser value. cannot be combined with other promotions)

http://www.etsy.com/shop/AyalaArt
Free shipping of ACEO to every country, and free shipping for dolls in Canada and the US
Plus a mini-art gift, just mention "EtsyBloggers" when paying!

http://blackbird72.etsy.com
BUY 1 GET 1 HALF OFF On All Photo Prints. Please put EtsyBloggers in the notes to sellers during checkout and you will receive your refund via Paypal.This cannot be combined with other promotions. Excludes shipping.


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Bath and Beauty

http://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetSallysSoaps
FREE SHIPPING for USA and Canada on anything in my shop.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/spottedcowsoaps
FREE shipping within USA on most items in our shop. Check out our BOGO and HALF PRICE items

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Books and Zines

http://storybeader.etsy.com
10%off all items in store, discount refunded via PayPal


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Children

http://joeyandaleethea.etsy.com
10% OFF all MONSTER ITEMS!! MONSTER SHIRTS, MONSTER ONESIES, MONSTER BLANKETS, MONSTER DRESSES, AND MONSTER JEANS!! (Discount will be refunded via Paypal)

http://NicoDesigns.etsy.com
15% off children's skirts, shorts, dresses, pants, onsies and monogrammed burp cloths (excluding shipping) Discount be will refunded via PayPal



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Crochet

http://www.etsy.com/shop/MagdaleneKnits
Knit/Crochet: Scarfs, Neck Warmers, and Lots of Baby Items
15% discount on all items - please convo me and I will make the adjustment and reserve the item; or will adjust through paypal - (shop has both knitted & crocheted items!)


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Everything Else

http://TheAshGrove.etsy.com
10% off all items (discount refunded through paypal) + free shipping on any purchase of $50 or more.

http://welldressedcupcakes.etsy.com
10% off all items when you mention the word ANNIVERSARY in a convo to me


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Housewares

http://pruitthandcrafts.etsy.com
15% OFF Everything Except clearance items (already low-low priced!)
Discount refunded thru Paypal

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Jewelry

http://beadedtail.etsy.com
15% off everything (excluding shipping)!
Discount refunded through PayPal

http://www.etsy.com/shop/Gilliauna
20% OFF all Jewelry and Accessories for three days only! (Aug 13 - 15)
To redeem include the discount code "EtsyBloggers" in your buyers notes at time of checkout. Discount amount will be refunded via Paypal.

http://etsy.com/shop/MysticWynd
10% off everything (shipping is already free worldwide!) Free Jewelry polishing cloth with any purchase of $10 or more.
Discount refunded through PayPal

http://patchfirstshop.etsy.com
20% off all items with FREE Shipping cost - Discount will be refunded via Paypal.

http://randomcreative.etsy.com
Free Shipping. Discount refunded through PayPal.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/MagdaleneJewels
Jewelry: Necklace, Bracelets, Earrings & Collection of Wedding Jewelry
15% discount off all items - please convo me and I will make the adjustment and reserve the item; or will adjust through paypal.

http://storybeader.etsy.com
10%off all items in store, discount refunded via PayPal

http://www.etsy.com/shop/bwsilver
15% OFF EVERVTHING in my shop (excludes sale items) Plus a package of 15 Tarnish Tabs FREE with all orders to keep your jewelry shiny! Please convo me FIRST and I will make the adjustment and reserve the item for you on etsy.

http://lindab142.etsy.com
15% off total purchases of $15 (excludes sale items and shipping). To purchase, FIRST please convo me with EtsyBloggers in the subject and Notes to Seller and I will make the adjustment and reserve the item for you.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/SunshineDaydreamz
Buy one item, get the second (equal or lesser priced) item 50% off! Discount will be refunded via PayPal. Please use the code "ANNIVERSARY" in a message at check-out!

http://devinedesignsjewelry.etsy.com
ETSY BLOGGERS SALE: 15% off plus free shipping. Just pay as usual and I will refund the difference. Please put "Etsy Bloggers" in notes to seller for this discount.

http://eternalstardust.etsy.com
10% off every (shipping already free to US). Discount refunded through PayPal.

http://lydiasarah.etsy.com
15% off everything in store. Refund issued through PayPal after payment is made.

http://tesorojewelry.etsy.com
10% off everything in the store (Free shipping everywhere, anytime!). Please put "EtsyBloggers" in the message to seller for discount. Refund through Paypal after payment. Happy shopping!!!

http://www.kathryn7.etsy.com
20% off EVERYTHING (excluding shipping $5 for the first item and $1 for each additional item). Discount and shipping overages will be refunded via Paypal. August 13-15 only.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/VictoriaRoseWare
HOWDEE!! Slap yourself into your chair and browse a bit. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY SALE! Etsy Bloggers Team is 3 years old! I'm offering 15% OFF Select items (SEE SALE TAB-->) OR 10% OFF any regular priced items in my shop!
::PLEASE CONVO ME PRIOR TO PURCHASING SO I CAN REDUCE PRICE AND RESERVE YOR LISTING!::

http://www.visart.etsy.com
20% for $50 purchase form any of my shops (could be combined) refund through PayPal

http://www.vikuka.etsy.com
20% for $50 purchase form any of my shops (could be combined) refund through PayPal

http://blackbird72.etsy.com
15% OFF ALL PHOTO JEWELRY. Please put EtsyBloggers in the notes to sellers during checkout and you will receive your refund via Paypal.This cannot be combined with other promotions. Excludes shipping.

http://alililly.etsy.com
10% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE SHOP AND FREE SHIPPING!!!


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Knitting

http://mamasmagicstudio.etsy.com
FREE SHIPPING on handcrafted knitting needles during the anniversary sale! Mention "Etsybloggers Rock!" in the notes to seller. Discount refunded to Paypal.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/MagdaleneKnits
Knit/Crochet: Scarfs, Neck Warmers, and Lots of Baby Items
15% discount on all items - please convo me and I will make the adjustment and reserve the item; or will adjust through paypal - (shop has both knitted & crocheted items!)


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Paper Goods

http://memoriesforlifesb.etsy.com
20% off all premade albums (this excludes custom albums)
Discount amount will be refunded via Paypal

http://storybeader.etsy.com
10%off all items in store, discount refunded via PayPal

http://www.kapara.etsy.com
20% for $50 purchase form any of my shops (could be combined) refund through PayPal

http://www.scrapguild.etsy.com
My promotion: 10% off all items


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Patterns

http://avisiontoremember.etsy.com
All patterns buy 1 get 1 1/2 off. Discount will be refunded via paypal unless you contact me and then I can set up your own listing


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Supplies

http://www.etsy.com/shop/bitsnbeads
20% OFF all beads and supplies for three days only! (Aug 13 - 15)
To redeem include the discount code "EtsyBloggers" in your buyers notes at time of checkout. Discount amount will be refunded via Paypal.

http://PatchSupplyShop.etsy.com
20% off all items Excluding Shipping cost - Discount will be refunded via Paypal.

http://www.visart.etsy.com
hand made supplies beads and buttons
20% for $50 purchase form any of my shops (could be combined) refund through PayPal

http://www.kapara.etsy.com
favor gift tags
20% for $50 purchase form any of my shops (could be combined) refund through PayPal



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Vintage

http://indulgeyourshelf.etsy.com
15% off everything (except items already marked Summer Sale) for three days only! August 13-15, 2010. To redeem include the discount code "EtsyBloggers" in your buyers notes at time of checkout. Discount amount will be refunded via Paypal.



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EtsyBloggers Treasury by mysticwynd

EtsyBloggers Treasury by mysticwynd!
Check it out here:
"Something for Everyone"





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EtsyBloggers Treasury by PatchFirstShop!

EtsyBloggers Treasury by PatchFirstShop!
Check it out here:
"Etsy Bloggers Favorite: Blue"






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Etsyblogger Members celebrate a birthday!

Time is really flying this summer! Before you know it, it will be time for school. But before that happens, we should give three cheers for our birthday gals! Hurry on over and wish special birthday wishes - 2 of our members have a birthday today :D

Lily of Fusion Art Jewelry Wednesday August 4


Sonja of Very Verdant Wednesday August 4


Tammy of Tam Doll Sunday August 8


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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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August 2nd Blog Carnival is now up!

Happy August to you Team Bloggers & Followers!

I have posted & hosted the link for the Aug. 2nd Blog Carnival!

The topics were either...

Where, when or who did you learn your handmade craft from?

It's summer time! Do tell about your summer inspired designs.

Check to see what they blogged about:


http://bwsilverjewelry.blogspot.com/2010/07/etsy-bloggers-blog-carnival.html

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EtsyBloggers Treasury by storybeader

EtsyBloggers Treasury by storybeader!
Check it out here:
"Summertime Inspirations"





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EtsyBloggers Treasury by TheArtOfJoy

EtsyBloggers Rocks Treasury by TheArtOfJoy!
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"EtsyBloggers Rocks"





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Etsyblogger Members have a birthday this week!

As we draw a close to July, I wonder what August has in store for us. I also look forward to fall this year, because of the extreme heat that many of us have experienced. Even though it is hot, you can send 'Cool' wishes to our birthday members - they will love you for it!


Chyrl of Chyrls Thursday July 29


Evelyn of Sumiko shop Saturday July 31


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EtsyBloggers Treasury by randomcreative

Such fun Dots by randomcreative!
Check it out here:
"The EtsyBloggers Team Dots"





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A Faerie Birthday Wish

What better way to send a birthday greeting to our Etsyblogger birthday gal this week, than to send faerie kisses and wishes. May the blessings of the faeries be with you!

Diana of Faerie Garden Fancies Thursday July 22



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EtsyBloggers Blog Carnival - Vacations!

Welcome to this edition of the EtsyBloggers blog carnival!
(from July 19th...and a slacker!)

Jen presents Independence Day posted at Mama's Magic.

Deirdre presents Etsy Blogger's Shop Of The Month: Sykin's One Stop Twilight Shop posted at Blackbird's Learning To Fly.

Sarah Buckingham "Finding Charm" presents EtsyBloggers: July 9th Blog Carnival - Contentment posted at Finding Charm.

JacBerKitsch presents Brrrrrrrr & A Dream Vacation posted at Jac-Ber Creations.

Liz Howell presents Vacations posted at Liz's Wares.

Athena Workman presents July 16th Etsybloggers Blog Carnival: Away We Go (Someday...) posted at the weblog of artist athena workman.

storybeader presents Dream Vacation - Etsybloggers Carnival, July 16, 2010 posted at Stroll Through Storyland.

Beth presents Dream Vacation - it's about the only vacation we are going on this year! posted at Sunshine Daydreamz.

Patch First Shop presents Dream vacation.. posted at PatchFirstShop.

HomeMadeOriginals presents Dream, Dream, Dream posted at Home Made Originals.

Heather presents My Dream Vacation posted at Heather's Custom Sewing.

Alicia Mae presents Dream Vacation posted at Crafts and Cooking.

Kathleen presents Where did the creative spark begin? posted at tapestry316, saying, "For BWSilver's "where, when or who did you learn your craft from" Fun question!"

Erika presents Eating Dogs posted at NICO* Designs.

Tammy presents An Ideal Vacation posted at tamdoll's workspace, saying, "Just writing & thinking about a vacation was nice!"

Rainy presents Dream Vacation Blog Carnival posted at RainyDayArt.

Karen aka MysticWynd presents Drivin' Down the Highway posted at Mystic Wynd.

Patti presents Italy comes to Kohler posted at peacoxcreations.

blackbird72 presents Happy 4th Of July posted at Blackbird's Learning To Fly.

Posted for the EtsyBloggers team by: Joey & Aleethea, Admin & Team Leader

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Friday Feature -- Sykin! Etsyblogger of the Month for July

This week's featured Etsy artist is Sykin, the Etsyblogger of the Month for July! Congrats!!!

This creative seller has not one but two shops -- Sykin's One Stop Twilight Shop and Sykin's NW Wonders. Enjoy the interview!



1. Please tell me about the items in your Etsy shop. What do you make? How did you learn your craft? What is involved in your creative process?

In Sykin's One Stop Twilight Shop, I make all things Twilight inspired. You'll find mostly jewelry that reminds me of something in the series - be it a person or a paragraph in the book. I try to stay away from movie likenesses to avoid copyright issues, but I have done them as a custom order request before.

Sykin's NW Wonders is all about everything else I make. Everything that is not Twilight inspired. Right now, there's mostly photography listed, which is something I am growing to love more and more each time I take my camera out of my bag. I'm about 90% self taught on everything I create. I'll look up tutorials but once I learned the basics of making jewelry, making paper crafts, etc, I have been teaching myself new techniques and then fine-tuning it when I realize there's an easier way to do what I've been doing. haha! I did take a photography class in college as a required class, but that was over 10 years ago (*gasp* already??) and I'm not using a dark room to develop my film, so I've had to learn to mess with my camera settings to get the looks that I want. *phew* That was a long answer!

2. To which Etsy Teams do you belong?

EtsyBloggers, EtsyMom, EtsyRAIN, and Fabulous Artistic Moms

3. Tell me two (or more) other interesting things about you.

I'm a dedicated fangirl. I collect everything Twilight, Harry Potter, and Hanson. I still buy CDs and DVDs relating to those fandoms. I also have an irrational fear of holes. Drains, manhole covers, grates, holes in the bottom of toilets. I haven't the foggiest idea where the fear came from but it started when I was in high school. Weird, I know :)

4. What inspires your creations?

First and foremost, Twilight, for obvious reasons :) I am also inspired by just about everything I see around me. I'm big on shapes and I love to look at what others are wearing as far as jewelry. It gives me good ideas of what people like to wear and want to purchase.



5. How did you get involved with Etsy?

A friend of mine (Platipuses) first told me about Etsy when she moved over from Ebay. I checked out her shop and a couple months later, set up my own. I had never created anything before other than drawing and painting so it gave me a new creative outlet.


6. What is your biggest challenge related to your Etsy shop?

That's a tough question! I don't think I really have any challenges. I have a great customer base, I work in advertising so that helps with getting the word out, and I've met some really great people so if I ever need advice or help, I know I can count on them.


7. What is your favorite item in your shop (currently for sale or previously sold)? Why is it your favorite?



Ooooh, that's a tough one. I would have to go with the Oceanside Blues and Greens print in NW
Wonders. I love the colors on this print! When I took the photo, all I saw was wet rocks and some moss - I just loved the green moss on the rocks. When I got home and looked at my photos, the reflection from the ocean turned the wet rock into this fantastic blue color. It's so vibrant! But to be honest, my favorite changes just about every time I list something new. haha


8. What advice do you have for other folks selling or buying on Etsy?

Advertise and list often. Ask questions. Take good photos of your items. Find a group of people you trust and stick by their side.


9. If you had a gift certificate to Etsy for any one item you wanted, what would you buy?

Not that I need it, but this wedding dress:


It's been one of my favorites since I started at etsy! I would definitely be willing to have a second wedding if I could wear that dress!


10. What crafting skill(s) do you wish you had or hope to learn someday?

Painting and drawing. I have such an active imagination but I have a hard time portraying it on paper.

11. What has been your biggest success and/or proudest moment since opening your Etsy shop?

I consign in a Twilight store in Saint Helens, Oregon where they filmed the first Twilight movie. I never thought about selling my crafts in a store before so it took me completely off guard when they asked if I'd be willing to!

12. Where else can we find out more about you and/or your creations?

Everything is listed on one website: http://www.sykin.net. There you can find the facebook links for both shops, items listed from both shops, my twitter, my blog, and my email address. I will also post special discounts and sales there when I have one going on.

13. Is there anything else you’d like to tell me about your shop or your work?

For those wondering, my shop name is pronounced "See-kin". It's a nickname I was given as a child and I found out after spelling it the way I do that on urbandictionary.com, it's listed as meaning psych but spelled different (because who wants to use the real spelling for things??). I promise you, that's not where the name came from! :)





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Birthdays Galore for our Etsybloggers!

We have 3 birthdays to celebrate this week and one of them is today!! Please pop on over and wish these wonderful members a glorious birthday!

And don't ask their ages, as we will never tell :D

Helen of Watches by Helen Wednesday July 14


Elise of Betani’s Bureau Thursday July 15


Roxanna of Girly Girly Crafts Friday July 16


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New EtsyBloggers Treasury by PunkyJane

New Purple Treasury Goodness by PunkyJane!
Check it out here:
"The EtsyBloggers Team and their Purple Crayon"






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A July Birthday for a special Etsy Blogger

This Etsyblogger has a birthday on July 9, and according to her horoscope - July 9 people are ambitious, positive, and eager to succeed. You go Lisa!!

Lisa of Dancing Grain Designs Friday July 9


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MiniMondays: TamDoll

This month’s MiniMonday feature is TamDoll. Tammy, the creator behind TamDoll: http://TamDoll@etsy.com, likes to create things that are just a little different. Her eclectic shop which she describes as, Silver Mountion wearable art and unique accessories. Her art dolls and OOAK handbags, are just a few of the items featured in her shop. She also designs fabric jewelry and various collages. According to Tammy, her creative process “depends on what creative mood strikes.”
As one who also likes to recycle, Tammy will take different items and recreate them, as she calls it - “upcycled” art. So it seems we just never know what Tammy will create next! If you visit her blog: http://tamdoll.blogspot.com, you might just get a little hint of what she is up to next. She also features sales and weekly updates on her blog. So definitely check out both her shop, where I found some really cute wearable pins and jewelry, and her blog for some sales!
Not to forget, there is another talented artist in the family. Her teenage daughter also has a shop her on Etsy: http://www.bubblywater.etsy.com. Her shop consists of beaded bracelets and stationery. As she says. “If you're looking for something for a young person, or young-at-heart, I hope you find it in my shop.”



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Weekly EtsyBloggers Treasury by Sykin

Check out this treasury by our fellow etsyblogger - sykin!
Theme: "For us broke folk"







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