I now present for your viewing pleasure. . . the scrumptious sweetness that is the Emariecreations Etsy shop . If you go nuts over all things miniature like I do, you will LOVE these tiny little treats handmade from polymer clay. They are the cutest little things! My 4 year-old girl loves them too, and always wants to play with them. The attention to details on all of these sweets is completely amazing! Wouldn't these chocolate donut pushpins be soooooo cute all over a bulletin board? I'm...Read Full Story
For every artist starting out in Ecommerce and planning to sell their creative work, Etsy is a great place to start. The site has built itself a great reputation with their focus on the small artists. Today the site has over 9 million monthly visits according to Compete. Etsy is a great resource to see the amazing variety of artistic works being sold including some great work from Fiber artists . It is a perfect inspiration for any artist to know that not only can they create great stuff but...Read Full Story
Ohhhhh my dear readers, have I got a treat for you today! Guess what I went and found? Only the most unique, adorable, chic handmade little felted purses and bags from the Totables Etsy shop !!! Just look at how beautiful. . . I received the cutest little coin purse to review like this one, made of felted wool! (Mine is red, and I don't see it for sale on her site anymore. But she can make them for you in different colors and customize them for you!) It's now my very favorite thing that I...Read Full Story
I haven't blogged lately due to making jewelry with a different look and starting up a new Etsy Shop to feature it. My new shop is called Polymer Panache.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/PolymerPanache?ref=top_trail
I'm planning to create more jewelry with polymer clay and I've already posted a few of the new designs. Of course, I will also be using some crystals and glass beads (love the glitter of crystals and glass) and have put a few of these up on the new shop too. Some of these are...Read Full Story
A handful of beautiful mosaic pieces from Etsy artisans, all with a bit of whimsy added. Lifesize Dia de los Muertos Skull, Jiveworks Tea Cup Cottage Birdhouse, studiogirl1 Bird Bath, mosaicwhimsey Crackhead Mary Toilet Seat, mixedsaladRead Full Story
Okay, when I find a blogger I love... well, I don't know... I just love it! Colette from My Computer is My Canvas is just about as creative as they come! She has a fun little giveaway for THREE of you today, but before we get to that, I wanted to show you some of her fun Valentine ideas AND free printables!! Recipe & Free Printable Bag Topper {Cutest Ever} Printable Valentine Banner She tells you where to find these Cute Lovey-Dovey Fonts! Kiss Advent . She's selling this printable in her...Read Full Story
I'm so excited! My package of Winter Gratitude arrived today. Hopefully you checked out Monday's episode of Cool2Craft Live TV and saw the demo by Candace Liccione. If not - no worries, here's a link for you to watch... Candace Liccione – Winter Gratitude Tea – Inspired at Home LIVE TV The theme of the entire show was Gratitude and I found every project uplifting and inspiring. It was such a nice break from the winter blast duldrums. You can visit the archives to view Cool2Craft Live...Read Full Story
With more than 7 million unique users, Pinterest has built up surprising momentum since its 2009 inception. That’s because Pinterest has evolved into a gargantuan catalog of photos and products that combines the best aspects of Facebook, Tumblr ...
As the purveyor of 11 million handmade and vintage items, Etsy has become the Web’s biggest marketplace for arts and crafts. Inside the warehouse, young workers toil in clusters, some offering technical support, some tending to the company’s ...
It may seem like a natural fit on a cold winter day – working with wool yarn to knit a hat, socks or a sweater. But it probably comes as no surprise that for avid knitters, it’s a year-round passion. Todd Moe stopped by Traditional Arts in Upstate New York in Canton last week to visit a weekly knitting group. There are dozens of similar clubs around the region that meet at craft shops, bookstores, churches and living rooms. Socially...
It all started with pickles and cheese. Those are some of Becky Tomac's favorite ... users in the Black Hills - to create online Etsy shops, where they can sell only homemade crafts or crafting supplies, or resell vintage items. The site has grown ...
The Blackstone Knitting and Crocheting Group meets in the Lucy Hammer Room. This informal gathering is for knitters, crocheters, and other fiber craftspeople of all ages, from the beginner to the expert. First-time knitters welcome - coaches available.
HARTSVILLE, S.C. _ Drawing on the popularity of virtual pinboard site, www.pinterest.com, the Black Creek Arts Council is hosting a monthly Pinterest Party craft class. Allison Pederson, executive director of Black Creek Arts Council ...
Another way to promote your arts or crafts is to publish a book about them - how to make them, the history of the craft etc. After publishing six books, I know that the road from idea to seeing your book in Barnes and Noble is a rocky one that involves much back work and support from the publisher.
If you are interested in being an arts/crafts author, the publisher behind the Harry Potter books is rolling-out a step-by-step online guide to...