2103 Vendor Introduction Thread

[IsThatPizza]

Hi everyone,

We'd love to hear from the Vendors at the 2013 One of a Kind Show in Chicago.

Introduce yourself here by sharing your shop and a little bit about what you make and if you are in the Etsy Pavilion or part of the rest of the floor.

Can't wait to meet you all in person but excited to start chatting here!

Best,
Claire

[izyandoly]

Hi my name is Keri from Izy and Oly. I am really excited to be coming to the show this year!

I make fabric housewares - modern lines, great use of color - primarily for the table top (napkins and table runners and placemats), but I just added more items to my shop; tote bags, pillow covers and quilts this summer - expanding my line beyond just the table.

This is the first time I will be doing a show this big (way bigger than anything i have done before!) I will be in the Etsy Pavilion and I will be traveling from south eastern PA.

Can't wait!!!

[ThatOldBlueHouse2]

My name is Lisa from That Old Blue House (thatoldbluehouse2). I make jewelry using vintage pieces and parts.

I will be in the Etsy pavillion EP17. Excited and nervous! Trying to build up my stock, since everyone I have spoken with about the show says, "bring lots of merchandise"!

[LuckySkye]

Hello!

I'm Chhaya from Lucky Skye Graphics. I put all of my favorite things down as images on paper - quotes from books, movies, and music as well as other bits of inspiration.

I'm very excited about showing at the Etsy Pavilion this year! I've only done one previous show with Lucky Skye and it was very small. I'll be diving in the deep end with OOAK Chicago!

Looking forward to meeting everyone :)

[IsThatPizza]

Nice to meet you. See you online today!

[OnceAgainSam]

Hi everyone! I'm Sarah Mandell, the brains and busy hands behind Once Again Sam. I have a line of handmade leather & wood jewelry, most of which is made from recycled materials (and truly one-of-a-kind!!). I'm also addicted to needle felting and will be bringing fiber art I like to refer to as "Felted Curiosities", and those pieces range from realistic-looking plants, to quirky sea creatures, and even anatomical hearts. I'll be driving up from Greenville, South Carolina and I have a feeling I'm going to need to get my hands on a warm winter coat for this occasion :-) Chicago in December...I'm already cold thinking about it!

My booth is EP27 in the Etsy Pavilion and I feel so lucky to have the chance to be a part of this show!

[Former_Member]

Hi everyone! I am Kim Bloomberg, owner and designer at Kim Bloomberg Designs jewelry studio. I am very excited to be showing my collection at the OOAK this year. I will be in the ETSY Pavilion at booth #EP22. I am honored to be among such a talented team - thank you for introducing yourselves!

My jewelry is hand-crafted wire, chain and gemstone jewelry. I use intricate techniques to achieve a balanced and feminine style and all of my pieces are inspired by nature.

Please come by and say "hi" at the show!

Cheers!
Kim

[Former_Member]

Hi everyone! I am Tiffany Coley, owner and metalsmith of Tiffany Coley Artisan Jewelry! I'm so excited to be showing at OOAK this year! I look forward to meeting everyone and I hope that everyone has an awesome show!

Best,
Tiffany

[Former_Member]

Oops..forgot to post that I am in booth EP29!

[owesley]

Hello!
I am Natalie from Owesley Blanket Boutique. I am really excited for this amazing opportunity!
I make baby, toddler and youth minky blankets and will be at booth EP14. I am coming from Valparaiso, IN, 45 min outside Chicago.
Can't wait to meet everyone!

[izyandoly]

I forgot to mention before that I am EP21

:)

[Former_Member]

Hey All!

I'm Janeane, a metalsmith, and my company is Redbud Jewelry. I do one-of-a-kind hand cast and fabricated pieces. Very organic aesthetic. :) I'll be in EP6. So excited to meet everyone!

[Former_Member]

Hi Everyone!

My name is Michele I am SUPER excited for this year's OOAK show. I am local, living in the Chicago suburbs. I make / sell hand crochet cozy chic accessories and gifts.

I am in booth EP23 and it will be me and my super support husby Paulie running the booth.

[Former_Member]

I'm Djuana and my partner Lon is a fine art painter. Together we run LonBrauerStudios and we'll in booth EP10 at the OOAK show. We live in Granite City, Illinois, which is a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri - about 5 hours from Chicago.

So excited for this opportunity to sell in such a fantastic venue and to meet other Etsy sellers!!!

[FrontierMillinery]

Hi!

I'm Allison, and I'll be in booth EP7 with my shop Alli Cat Crafts. My craft is millinery, and I create hats, headbands, and other such accessories in a range of styles. Many of my pieces incorporate unique vintage and reclaimed materials.

I'll be making the trek to OOAK from Boulder, Colorado. Looking forward very much to meeting you all!

[BRZN]

Greetings!

I'm Ben from BRZN, and I'll be in the Etsy Artist Pavilion at booth EP2. I make jewelry from recycled bullet casings (most of which I shot personally), wire and paracord.

Can't wait to meet all of you!

[GrayRavenDesigns]

Hi, I'm Wendy and I design gemstone mosaic jewelry. I had such a great experience at the Etsy Pavilion, I participated last year in the regular show and will be returning this year. Please stop and see me at booth 7083.

[Former_Member]

Hi all. I am a ceramic artist that sells mostly functional work here on etsy , but at the OOAK show I will have LARGE wall tiles.

Please come by and see me. I love to say hi to fellow etsy artists. I know your section is always hopping at the show.

Booth #2054

[Former_Member]

Hello!
Last December I was in the Etsy Pavilion at booth EP7. This year I am up to a full booth at #7031

I sell repurposed vintage button jewelry and accessories. I'm looking to have some prints and/or collages based off the old button designs.

Looking forward to a great show!

[RedAvaDesigns]

Hi, I'm Roslyn Broder from RedAvaDesigns. I make jewelry using hand-forged sterling silver, copper, and bronze, enameling, and vintage components, beads and gemstones.

I'm very excited to be part of the Etsy Pavilion at OOAK this year, and look forward to meeting everyone. My booth number is EP25.

[Former_Member]

Hi! My name is Talia Halliday and I'll be in EP-1 with ...who knows, whatever can fit! Actually, I'll be bringing leather goods and vintage book boxes;)

Ben Dahl, I think we're neighbors.

I can't wait. Nervous, but super excited!

[Former_Member]

Hi!

My name is Rachel Gedemer and my business name is Stitch. I will be in EP24.

For this show I am slimming down my collection a bit and just bringing my baby/kids stuff. I am really looking forward to the show and like many others on this thread - very nervous about having enough inventory.

My pup has grown quite irritated with me the last few weeks as all of my sewing has gotten in the way of her napping schedule. :)

Looking foward to seeing all of you in a couple weeks!

[CircaAD]

Hey everyone!

I'm Angela from Circa A.D. and will be in EP12 =)

Looking forward to meeting everyone and seeing all your wonderful creations. Super busy getting my tables organized. So much fun!

See you soon and all the best getting ready these last few days! and thank you Etsy for all that you do! <3!!!

[IsThatPizza]

We can't wait to meet you all tomorrow!

[izyandoly]

Such an incredible experience. It was so so so wonderful to meet and make wonderful new Etsy friends. Thank you so much Cheyne and Claire for all your help!!!!

Home before the snow storm started, so thankful for it all!!!