Introduce Yourself *New and Not So New*

[Former_Member]

Here is a place for everyone to introduce themselves!

Please...

1. Tell us a little about yourself and your shop.

2. Post your favorite item from your shop so we can see it!!

3. Fave 3-5 items from the shop who introduced themselves before you! Or more if you like :)

We are all about helping each other out and giving out ❤'s is a great way to do that. Let's work together!

I will start...

I am a wife and a mother from Minnesota. It is currently freezing here and though I like snow, I do not like cold. I recently started a job outside of etsy and am studying to get licensed as an insurance agent...We will see how it goes I guess ;). I am not a sales person at heart, but I care about people and think that insurance is something you need so it could definitely work for me!

I started selling on etsy in August of 2011 and I really love it. I figure I am going to make things anyway so why not get a little return on them and keep my house from getting too cluttered in the process! Though my husband would say that all my "art crap" IS cluttering the house, but what does he know! LOL I currently have 2 shops, this one and SpiritoftheStone. I truly love meeting all kinds of wonderful crafters and artists on etsy and have made a lot of great friends!

My new favorite item from this shop is...
https://www.etsy.com/listing/122568632/yellow-warbler-needle-felted-animal?ref=af_shop_favitem

And from my other shop...
http://www.etsy.com/listing/103993061/thank-you-notes-party-favors-rune-stone?

There, now you try!! 8)

[AlluringArtbyGerry]

Hi Rog & I are both artists. Rog does beautiful oil paintings of the forests he's worked in & does some wildlife as well. His favorite artists are Albert Bierstadt & Mark Keathley. Mark's favorite artist is also Albert Bierstadt. Rog had a private 3 hr class from Mark last March & will be taking a 3 day course from Mark 2/28 03/2'/2012 here in TX. Rog simply loves Mark's works.

I'm Gerry & I started in oils yrs ago but stopped due to funds. I've always drawn everything I saw & tried my hand at every craft I could. I had a crafting buddy for 25 yrs until she passed & we did things with pinecones, teasel weed, ceramics, plasticcraft, crochet, tole painting, you name it, we tried it.

In Aug 2010 I met a wonderful friend on eBay who sold seashells. I'd lost my seashell collection long ago so I started buying from her. One day Betty told me how great it was to craft in shells, she made wreaths, covered pots for plants, & a few other things. But she didn't know how to make wind chimes asking me if I did.

Betty had me make her 2 large chimes & told me about Etsy. I then started making lights & chimes, & opened my shop after Christmas 2010. I started making everything I could that would look great done in shells. Then I added my homemade recipes. January 2013 I started making seashell jewelry & a few sets with the agate stone. Agates come in so many natural shapes, colors, & designs like the seashells that I've added the agate to my new line.

And that's our story, in short form. Hi to everyone out there on our TEAMWORK team. Below are both Rog & my favorite pieces we've done.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/80884085/grace-oil-painting-roger-thrush

https://www.etsy.com/listing/121011418/mop-n-abalone-necklace-bracelet-earrings
https://www.etsy.com/listing/113411520/seashell-stombus-tibia-wreath-7-great
https://www.etsy.com/listing/114471877/seashell-table-night-light-29-the-murex

[PatchHappyPauper]

Hi-- I've been selling on ETSY for about a year and a half. I looking to downsize my shop and would love to see some new faces.

ITS YOUR LUCKY DAY! I need to clean shop--- use coupon code sellitnow40 and get 40% off of everything in the shop- EVEN SILVER JEWELERY.

This sale is for today and tomorrow-February 24th and 25th only. Don't miss out.

[Former_Member]

Welcome to latacreations, handmade BEADS,JEWELRY AND MORE.........
mostly my designs are handcrafted with fine accents like facinating lampwork,threads,silk,fresh water pearls,crystals,semi-precios stones,etc,used in my item are highest quality and original .i am a glass beaded jewelry spealist,I use very unique and different glassbeads for my designs which makes my designs to stand out from others.
I can also custom design any piece to your exact specificatin
ons.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/117013964/suppliesbeads-beautiful-100-pcs-handmade

https://www.etsy.com/listing/104428169/necklace-bolywood-model-style-red-coral

[CandlelitDesserts]

Hi! My name is Jennifer and I make handmade dessert themed candles (mostly). Cupcake, parfaits, ice cream, pie and cake slices. I also make adult beverage, makeup and fashion themed candles.

10% off at my shop until Feb 28th - coupon code Feb10

https://www.etsy.com/listing/117955120/scented-build-your-own-cupcake-candle

From the shop above me - latacreations77

http://www.etsy.com/listing/110929387/necklaces-ethenic-indian-multy-strands?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/121897957/jewellery-necklace-booty-market-offer?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/121900437/jewellery-necklace-booty-market-offer?

[CandlelitDesserts]

and a few things from PatchHappyPauper

http://www.etsy.com/listing/90295401/steampunk-bracelet-unisex?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/110847040/vintage-demi-parure-blue-rhinestones?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/110854504/vintage-teal-rhinestone-dangling-brooch?

[Former_Member]

Hi everyone! I am katie, owner/creator of Crafty Kitty UK. I called myself craftykittyUK as, although my shop is currently stocked with knitted items only (and will be for some time) I love a range of crafts, it just turns out that I haven't had time (or maybe the patience!) to develop these other skills. So i didn't want to narrow my shop/user name down, incase I plan to sell other items in the future!

I have been selling on etsy since september of last year, but I haven't had the time to fully dedicate myself, and so I do not yet have a fully stocked shop. This year I plan to ensure I get my stock up to a decent level, and really try and get my shop to it's full potential. I have only made one sale so far, and although that is disheartening, I know I will get out of my shop what I put into it. SO I fully understand I must devote more of my time to creating my items.


My favourite item in my shop currently is:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/107163675/the-cabled-kindle-cover-in-icy-blue?

and here are my favourites from Candle lit Desserts:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/123909951/scented-pie-slice-candle-key-lime-or?
http://www.etsy.com/listing/123913747/scented-pie-candles-choose-your-scent?
http://www.etsy.com/listing/123912862/scented-strawberry-cheesecake-slice?
http://www.etsy.com/listing/118160903/scented-blueberry-parfait-candle?
http://www.etsy.com/listing/116490045/homemade-scented-soy-hot-chocolate?

[Former_Member]

Hello,
I'm Sin an artist from BC Canada and I am just starting out on Etsy ...I'm a greenhorn here and just learning the ropes so to speak...I paint sugar skulls on canvas as well as carve in yellow cedar..sculpt in fimo and make jewelry,art dolls, stuffed toys that I make new faces for like my profile skullbunny..I love to upscycle and recycle...glad to be here and Thank you for having me.

[Former_Member]

Hi everyone I'm Taryn. I am a stay at home mom who just opene my first Etsy shop The Owl Tree Boutique yesterday! I don't really have the budget left to buy adds to attact buyers to my shop. So I am seeking out any kind of help at this point. Lol I am so thrilled that I found this team and am eager to participate and learn from all of you! Thanks for having me<3

https://www.etsy.com/listing/155240198/cute-metal-stamped-bead-word-braided?ref=cat_gallery_3

[Former_Member]

Hi, everyone! I'm super excited to be a part of this team. I'm 18 years old, and I'm going to college in September, and I do wire jewelry with healing gemstones! I've been on Etsy for about a year now and I've made two sales! So, I'm really looking to get some more (this is my only source of income right now).

Some of my favorite items from my shop are:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/155671600/copper-wire-woven-bracelet-with-rhyolite?ref=shop_home_active

https://www.etsy.com/listing/155676575/copper-wire-double-heart-ring?ref=v1_other_2

https://www.etsy.com/listing/155392521/extra-long-heart-necklace-with-painted?ref=shop_home_active

Thanks for looking!

[Former_Member]

https://www.etsy.com/listing/157749698/set-of-50pcs-purple-violet-crystal-gold?ref=shop_home_active
https://www.etsy.com/listing/154716611/4-to-6-toggle-sets-choose-your-own?ref=shop_home_active
https://www.etsy.com/listing/157687219/set-of-100pcs-mixed-color-colour-acrylic?ref=shop_home_active
Happy Crafting !!! :)

- stop by and chat with us - open 3 spot -
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/MTQ5NDM4MjJ8MjcyNDc3NzEyNg/open-3-spots-only-3-min-everyday-bns

[Former_Member]

Hey all we are so glad to have you!!

[IMMERSEHOME]

Polymer Clay Mold

https://www.etsy.com/listing/178072072/rounded-flower-clusters-polymer-clay?ref=shop_home_active_4
https://www.etsy.com/listing/167620128/bird-polymer-clay-mold-fondant-mold?ref=shop_home_active_11
https://www.etsy.com/listing/162421744/3-cavity-flower-polymer-clay-mold?ref=related-0

[Former_Member]

Hi, xiaoxi mo. Glad you joined us :)

Your shop has so many cute moulds. I love this one...
https://www.etsy.com/listing/160082918/baby-in-buddha-hand-soap-mold-flexible?ref=shop_home_active_6

[Former_Member]

Hey, guys, I'm Bri :) I'm a 19 year-old college student looking or a way to make some extra cash to pay for books, classes, etc., and aside from that, I LOVE to create things! Most of the items in my shop are handmade jewelry and hair accessories. I absolutely adore romantic, antique and renaissance inspired pieces, so that's some of what you'll be getting from me. I also sell vintage women's clothing from the 1960s - 80s, taken straight from my mother's closet :)

So my fave item from my own shop has to be this vintage pink and white polka dot dress from the early 80s. It's just so hipster and girly - very cute! I'm selling it at a very decent price, and if you like it, I think you should check it out ;)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/191487855/vintage-1980s-polka-dot-dress?ref=listing-shop-header-1

[Former_Member]

Hi I am new and looking forward to being a part of your team! Thanks for having me! ;)

[Former_Member]

https://www.etsy.com/listing/192909938/necklace-hanger-wall-shelf-floating-hand?

https://www.etsy.com/listing/191401587/driftwood-necklace-hanger-wall-rack?

https://www.etsy.com/listing/191712235/wall-rack-pallet-ledge-reclaimed-wood?

https://www.etsy.com/listing/192678868/necklace-holder-wall-rack-ledge?

https://www.etsy.com/listing/192478673/driftwood-necklace-hanger-wall-rack?

[Former_Member]

Hey Marie! Glad you are here!!

[MillineryMary]

https://www.etsy.com/listing/219344435/filled-with-love-embroidered-towel?ref=shop_home_active_1

[Former_Member]

hi! just getting my shop ramped up and trying to make friends in the "estyprenuer" community! i do wooden monograms and im excited to be here!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/213314593/18-monogram-initials-vine-monogram-door?ref=related-7

[DapperCardinal]

My name is Jenna. My shop is DapperCardinal. I stay at home with my 2 year old and to keep from going crazy, I started sewing, lol. I have created so many pieces, that my husband politely suggested I try to sell them to make room. So I joined etsy a few days ago and other than some excited family members buying a few items, I honestly have no idea how to get noticed, or gather interest in my wares. I sew bags. Not really purses, but more like cosmetic and toiletry travel bags. I am going to start creating some flat iron travel bags and ipad/laptop cases. Let me know how I can help. I favorited plantation monograms as they were the last person to comment, and my favorite piece of my own is this:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/229887596/cosmetic-travel-bag?ref=shop_home_active_1

[Former_Member]

My name is Jon and my shop is JonsTreasures. I love to collect silver half dollars and have a number of extras, so I decided to try and sell some on here.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/253235017/1911-d-barber-half-dollar-coinsilver?ref=shop_home_feat_3

Faved items for Jenna from DapperCardinal

[BeadedBlissbyKim]

Hello my name is Kimberly, & my shop is Beaded Bliss by Kim. I started on Etsy in Oct. 2015. My craft expertise is in jewelry making. I've made gemstone jewelry for 12 yrs + but now my love & passion is wire wrapping crystals & stones. I love all types of Artistry, & have used many types of mediums in the past.

Come & check out my shop & favorite the ones that you like. I'll return the fav's in your shop, too. I like to help others & work as a team.

Here are a few items that i really LOVE in my shop: >
https://www.etsy.com/listing/276313066/upward-facing-rock-quartz-cluster-wwire?ref=listing-shop-head...

https://www.etsy.com/listing/271492658/rainbow-fluorite-octahedron-w-sterling?ref=shop_home_listings

https://www.etsy.com/listing/270419663/2-strand-yellow-aragonite-calcite-pink?ref=shop_home_listings

https://www.etsy.com/listing/261913056/pink-rose-aura-quartz-titanium-enfused?ref=shop_home_listings

Thank you kindly, Kimberly

[Former_Member]

Hi, my name is Cindy. My husband and I have just retired to Florida. We specialize in Microwave Cherry Pit, Rice and Flax Seed heating Pads made in different fabrics for all parts of the body. We also do Microwave Animal Bed Warmers, Ergonomic Computer wrist supports, Custom made draft dodgers & Weighted Blankets.

One of my favorite items in my shop is:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/482176950/microwavable-dried-cherry-pit-bed-warmer?ref=shop_home_active...

[Former_Member]

We are Cindy's Designs Co
We are fairly new to Etsy and are trying to get things going.
Please take a look at our store and let us know what you think. I will Post a few of our different products.
We do Microwave Heating / Cooling Pads with either Cherry Pits, Rice or Flax Seed. We can do them in any fabric. I have many fabrics in stock or you can request a custom pad. There are different sizes and styles.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/502188154/florida-gators-dried-cherry-pit-rice-or?ref=shop_home_active_...

We also do Animal Bed Warmers with Either Cherry Pits, Rice or Flax Seed inside. Many animals to choose from.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/495933974/16-inch-pink-unicorn-cherry-pit?ref=shop_home_active_21

We also have Microwave Flax Seed Computer Keyboard Wrist Supports. Again, we have many fabrics in stock or ask for a custom Product.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/511851929/ergonomic-microwavable-flax-seed-wrist?ref=shop_home_active_1...

We also do custom Fabric and Size Draft Dodgers. They come to you empty and then you can fill them with whatever you want. They have a Velcro closure.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/512891889/draft-dodger-custom-made-to-your-window?ref=shop_home_active_...

Our Final Item is Custom Weighted Blankets. The two styles I have listed are a Girl's Print (Minnie Mouse) and a Boy's Print (Mutant Ninja Turtles). I can do them in any fabric you wish. The prices vary with the size. I try to keep my prices competitive.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/505274821/7lb-minnie-mouse-weighted-blanket-great?ref=shop_home_active_...

https://www.etsy.com/listing/505342697/7lb-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtle-weighted?ref=shop_home_active...

Check us out!!
Let us know what you think of our store. Do you have any suggestions that you think would make our store run more efficient.