Showing posts with label etsy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label etsy. Show all posts

February 24, 2012

Friday's Faves: Oscar Sunday

The Oscar's will be televised on February 24, Sunday. So in honor of all the glam, glitz, high fashion, celebrities and parties, today's Friday's Faves goes to everyones favorite little gold man. I'd like to note that I am doing this post well ahead of time, so some of these items may have already sold. Also, Blogger was giving me some problems so there won't be as many listings as usual.
Personalized Tie Clip by RiverValleyJewelry

Printable Academy Awards Oscars Party Invites by PartyPrintz 

Cascade Detail by crimsonhouseofstyle


Vintage Skinny Thin Chocolate Brown Tie by QuirkyQuriosities
Vintage Champagne Glasses by vintagebiffann 

1950's Tuxedo by LivingThreadsVintage 



Luxuriant Baroque Artificial Diamond by LandyWang         





February 20, 2012

New Monday: New Shop Banner

I've been updating my shop here lately and if you've been in to visit recently you may have noticed the new banner at the top of the page. I feel that this simpler design suits my shop better than the old banner and brings more focus to the logo. The old banner looked very much like the banner at the top of my blog page, which I will also be changing.

Here is the new banner...

Enjoy and tell me what you think!

January 16, 2012

Open Monday: My new best friend and a coupon code

First thing's first, we have a new coupon code today, #96. Eleanor from Oh Louise! is giving you a chance to receive free shipping on your next order. Just use code OLFRIFAVESJAN2012 before the month is up.

To learn more about Oh Louise! be sure to visit Eleanor's blog. And to say thank you to Eleanor for sharing this code with us I think we should all "like" her etsy shop and follow her blog.


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I have a new best friend. I just can't see how I could ever live without him now that he is in my life. He is the best thing that has happened to me (other than my beautiful baby girl of course) and my shop (other than all my wonderful customers of course). He keeps me focused and helps me manage my time, I just love him. What's his name? Hours Tracker! And he's an app for my iPhone! I bet you thought I had a new boyfriend huh? So whats so great about this app you ask? Well I'll tell you...

Being a full time student, full time mom and full time shop owner, staying focused, organized and finding balance can be a challenge but with Hour Tracker I can do all those things a little better and less stressful. I can create "jobs" and clock in whenever I want and use other apps on my phone at the same time without interfering with the tracker. And best of all, if I forget to clock out I can go back and manually enter the time I had stopped working. Which is great for when I have to stop everything and attend to my daughter or help my mom with something around the house. 

Before the tracker, I was trying to do everything. I was trying to finish an entire shop task in one day, along with doing homework, chores and taking care of my daughter. But now, I set a certain amount of hours to work in my shop in a day so that I have time to do other things that need to get done and being able to keep track of it has helped immensely!

There are a lot of similar apps out there, some of them are free but don't have has many features as the ones that you can purchase. My app cost me 4.99 and was worth every penny.

January 11, 2012

New Wednesday: What's new pussycat?

Whoooa whoooa whoooa whoa whoa... Sorry.




Enough with the song and dance. I'm here to introduce my newest monogram creation that would be perfect for a newly wed couple, a friend, an anniversary gift or if you just want indulge yourself a little while you look all fancy schmancy with your silver, monogrammed and herringbone patterned stationery.

The herringbone pattern is from a stamp that I carved myself and I think it came out beautiful. The bow was (which is teeny tiny and just as cute as can be) was tied by hand and the square that the monogram is on was also cut by hand (I did not use any punches). I rounded the corners which I think makes it look more "finished." I plan on creating a thank you card that will match this one, just trying to decide how to execute it.

So what do you think? I think it's my best work so far. If your interested in purchasing this particular set be sure to visit my shop, Little Miss Cards and if you have any questions feel free to convo me!

January 09, 2012

Open Monday: No sign of Sophie

Thank you everyone who left warm wishes for my Sophie and I. I'm writing this Saturday morning and still no sign of her yet, but who knows, perhaps she'll be home by the time you have read this. I've done everything I could for her, I put her bed outside in hopes the smell would bring her home, I put up posters, I went to the different animal shelters, called around to all the vets and even put an ad in the paper. I've done everything short of assembling a search party. At best, I hope someone found her and has given her a good home.

On a happier note, I have coupon code #94 and it's from Muddy Puppys of last weeks Friday's Faves. Use coupon code PUPPYLOVE to receive 10% off some tastey treats for your pooch!

December 14, 2011

New Wednesday: Upcoming Products



Well, the weather here has been a bit gloomy but should be brightening up. And it's due to that gloomyness that I was unable to take photos of my latest ready-to-ship stationery set. Which makes me sad because they are incredibly cute.

Here's a brief description since I can't show them to you yet:
It consists of 5 A2 cards, they are blue and white. There's some paper lace and pretty ribbons involved. They are possibly my favorite ready-to-ship set yet. By the way, hot glue may be awesome, but it sure is stringy. I think I spent a good chunk of my time getting rid of glue strings while making these cute little beauties.

Also, be sure to tune in Monday morning for a bit of re-purposing.

See you guys later!

P.S.
I will be accepting orders until the end of this week, December 17th. Remember, I offer free gift wrap!

November 02, 2011

New Wednesday: Gift Wrap

Free gift wrap is now available for monogrammed, personalized and ready to ship sets. The gift wrap will be made from a silk-like fabric in green, red, or gold. Ribbon also available. Here are some photos of sample packaging.









And don't forget, December 14th is the last day for orders until further notice

October 17, 2011

Open Monday: Where is This Month Going?

Hi everyone. It's been two weeks since you've last heard from me. I really don't have any excuses except that my brain just forgot. I do all my blogging on the weekends so if it doesn't get done before Monday morning then there isn't anything for the whole week. But, I actually remembered this time!

Have you guys seen this article or video on Etsy yet? You should take a look. It has some crazy costumes on there just in time for the upcoming Hallows Eve

September 09, 2011

Friday's Faves: Cultural Anthropology

One of my favorite classes that I am taking this semester is my Cultural Anthropology. It's once a week and is three hours long. I know it sounds boring but my professor just makes it so much fun and I can never wait to go back to class. So, in lieu of my favorite class, today's Friday's Faves is all about culture around the world. Enjoy!

Japanese Igusa Sandal by okacraft
Rocking Italian Scooter by TheatronitalianArt
Set of 3 African Tribal Bangles by QuellyRueDesigns
Two Dozen of French Macarons by CrazyaboutMacarons
Henna Love Wedding Invitations by Beacon Lane
Mexican Embroidered Dress by ParisMom
Irish Linen and Lace Pillow by jillmartindesigns

August 16, 2011

No new items to show but...

I haven't listed any new designs since right now I feel that I should be concentrating on getting my shop noticed. I just need to figure out how to do that right now.

Thank you notes
I am working on bringing some new products other than stationery. I've found a way to make some small jotters but the design still needs some tweaking. I'm also thinking about bookmarks and tote bags that will be based on my stationery.

August 09, 2011

Baby shower thank you cards

Last week, I added two new thank you cards, specifically for baby showers.

I used a white card stock, that was cut and folded by hand. In the center, I stamped an image of a Victorian baby carriage with two designs surrounding it, which I think helps to create the focus on the center of the card. In each corner, I stamped a simpler design and then embossed circles around the edge, creating a border to complete the card. 

On the inside at the bottom right hand corner, I stamped "Thank you."

I made the cards available in a light pink and blue. If you aren't sure about the cards, you can always purchase a sample card here.

I'd like to make note of the little bunny in the photos. I had bought that bunny from cindimh of Etsy for my daughter's first Easter. It's so cute, and just the right size for her tiny hands and perfect as a prop for these small cards. Thanks cindimh for giving me permission to use your bunny in my photos!

August 08, 2011

Ten things this month

I was surfing the Etsy teams when I came across this discussion and found it was such a great idea that I should share it with you. I said,


1. Make three sales this month (I am currently getting none at the moment)
2. Get to 100 followers on my blog
3. Add one new item every day (no renewing!)
4. Finish my business plan
5. Try and get into that local store I've been thinking about
6. Post in teams more
7. Stay more focused
8. Look into artfire as another revenue source
9. Keep my workspace more tidy
10. Make a list like this for next month 

So what are your ten goals for this month? It can be personal, or for your business. I'm really interested in what you have to share with us!

July 25, 2011

Coupon Code's Continue: #75


I realize I haven't been posting coupon codes for the Coupon Code Extravaganza, but that doesn't mean I've forgotten about it. I've had a hard time getting volunteers to "donate" codes. But today, I have one for you!

Do you remember Annemaries Brieblog of My Crochet Shop from our last Friday's Faves? Today, she is sharing a coupon code with us.

Use coupon code FREESHIPPING on your order by July 31st to get free shipping. You can visit Annemaries on her blog.


Some Things I Wish Some Etsy Shop Owners Would Do

I did some surfing on Etsy last week (Making a wish list of some things I would love to have when I go back to school) and I hit some bumps. I'd find an item I liked it but it was lacking some information...

Tee's (Or clothing in General)
I found a shop with some cute graphic tee's. They had the different sizes listed but there was one problem, there were no measurement's listed for each shirt. In some shops, I'm a medium, in others I'm a large or extra large and sometimes even a XXL (Those shops that put me at XXL can just eat it). I had no way of telling what size I was.

So please, list the measurements, you'll get more buyers that way.

Bags
I saw some really cute bags. But I would never even consider buying them. Why? Because there were no photos of the inside! For a school bag, I would like something with lots of pockets for pencils, my cell phone and note books. You can also tell a lot about the quality of the bag from the lining, but I guess we'll never, will we?

Please, take a picture of the inside.

In General
This goes for any item, jewelry, clothing, bags, even my stationery! Take pictures of your items next to something so we can get a visual of the size of your item with out having to dig through the drawer for a ruler and then having to imagine what it would look like at that size. If someone wants it bad enough they'll do these steps, or, they'll just keep looking. Who wants to chance a sale?

July 22, 2011

Friday's Faves: Hearts

In honor of one of my newest stationery sets Heart of Gold, this weeks theme is all about hearts!

Point and Click
I love this print and would love to have a smaller version of this for myself. You can find this print and similar adorable ones at ParadaCreations for $19
















Heart to You Keychain
This is a very sweet and simple gift to anyone; boyfriend, girlfriend, family member... rawrcakes $5.99











You are Loved
I really enjoy the simplicity in the design and the photo itself; again, another great gift. aplacefortwiggs $28

















Cherry Almond Scented Lotion Heart
Mmmm.. True, a strange combination but it sounds divine! BallyhooBath $8

















Vintage Look Personalized Wedding Leather Guestbook
Such a pretty album, would go greath with your rustic wedding. crearting $140












Boutique Red Monogrammed Valentines Day Lace Heart
How cute! I want one for myself! bubbipop $3.49
















Bunnies Vneck Tshirt
Love this teeshirt. Adding to favorites.... NOW! TeeShirtGnome $25

















Broken Heart
I like it. And that's all I have to say. GeekeryJewelry $12













Beads and Hearts Garland
This is so sweet, when I first saw this I actually thought it was a bracelet. annemariesbreiblog $7.98

















Hand Embroidered Blue Felt Notebook Cover
I've been really wanting to teach myself how to embroider and this is one reason why. Isn't it pretty? sweetheartsandroses $15