Below are a few pictures of bracelets and earring that I have made and just never listed in my Etsy shop. I thought I would share them with you all. Fell free to let me know what you think. Thanks!
Stumble It!
Stumble It!
I discovered a post on MagdaleneJewels blog today. It was titled "My Favorites for the End of the Year". She displays an Etsy mini with 10 items she has chosen as end of the year favorites. My 34 inch Fall colors beaded necklace was one of the ten! What a nice surprise that was for me! Pamela Baker of MagdaleneJewels has some lovely jewelry in her Etsy shop. So, I am very honored that she chosen one of my items to be in her ten favorites. I wasn't aware of her post and just happened upon it when I was blog browsing. I absolutely love discovering new blogs. I find some of the most unexpected things. :)
So, I want to add that I'm still running the "After Christmas Sale" and everything in my shop is half off. That includes one of MagdaleneJewels's end of the year favorites, my 34 inch Fall beaded necklace.
Thanks so much MagdaleneJewels! You made my day!
Stumble It!
I finally have a few photos of my newest project which includes some "upcycled" beads. In my last post I talked about this necklace and how I had taken beads from two different stretch bracelets and added them to this piece. I was pleased with the outcome. :)
The necklace is composed of mainly new pieces, except for the large beads. Those beads have a nice smooth satin finish and a randomly marbled color. The owl pendant was the inspiration for the design. I've seen so many owl items lately. I just had to make one. :)
Sorry I didn't get a good full length picture of the necklace. I really need a display for necklaces. I have looked, but I never bought one. :( That needs to go on the top of my to do list.
I would love to know what you think. Feel free to leave me a comment! :)
I've been debating this for a while. I know some people who shop on Etsy appreciate recycling efforts. I think most of those people are artists themselves. But...there are others who don't care for spending their money on something they feel is used or even a part of it used. I guess they feel like they aren't getting their money's worth. It is sad that people don't see the purchase as support for other's efforts to help save the earth. That should be a big motivating factor when people are deciding on a purchase.
I have recently been working on some jewelry that includes "upcycled" items. It has been so much fun watching the transformation. I just recently finished a necklace that includes bead from two different bracelets. The necklace is mainly composed of new items though. This was really an experiment for me. But it was great to be able to take two simple beaded stretch bracelets and use those beads to make this lovely necklace. I am really bad about not taking photos of my work. I hate that part. Hopefully I will be able to give you guys a preview soon though.
Just so you have an idea, the necklace is made with the upcycled resin beads from the bracelets, new glass beads, silver metal spacers and an epoxy and silver metal owl pendant. I didn't really understand the fascination with owls lately. But now they're growing on me. :)
I'm going to leave you with links to a few Etsy shops who concentrate on recycling and upcycling in their own unique ways. Hope you check them out and let me know what you think. :D
BeachGlassMemories
Twisted
Greenbelts
EcoStar
If you have a lady to buy for this Holiday season then you have got to check out this Gift Guide on the Southeastern US Team Shops blog!
Amber Leilani who is a fabulous jewelry artists herself, has picked five outstanding pieces from fellow Etsy artists in the Southeastern United States. If you like shopping local, but don't like the mall, Etsy is the place to find simply amazing handmade items. You can even search for items from local artists. Etsy has everything you can imagine! You can even find items from the Southeastern US Team right from their blog.
Amber's jewelry picks are outstanding! I'll say it again, I couldn't pick just one!
This is such an honor. My blog received the Uber Amazing Blog award from Nina at http://NinasWindow.blogspot.com.
Thanks so much Nina! You are uber sweet! Here is the information Nina listed about the award.
Uber (synonym to Super) Amazing Blog Award is a blog award given to sites that:
* inspire you
* makes you smile and laugh
* or maybe gives amazing information
* is a great read
* has an amazing design
* and any other reason you can think of that makes it uber amazing!
The rules of this award are:
* Put the logo on your blog or post (check)
* Nominate at least 5 blogs (can be more) that, for you, are Uber Amazing!(check)
* Let them know that they have received this Uber Amazing award by commenting on their blog.(going to do that now)
* Share the love and link to this post and to the person you received your award from. (check)
My blog choices are:
1 - http://sochicandvintage.blogspot.com/
2 - http://livngoodjewelry.blogspot.com/
3 - http://katiesuecrafts.blogspot.com/
4 - http://funkytimeart.blogspot.com/
5 - http://claireeyedesign.blogspot.com/
The SEUS Etsy Street Team is promoting Breast Cancer awareness month in October. Until the end of the month, select shops will have a special section designated for this charitable cause. The shops will donate a percentage of each sale from this section to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, to help promote breast cancer education and research.
Visit our SEUS Team Shops blog for a list of participating Etsy shops. Please go out to the shops and have a look around and help us support this great cause!
Ok, I couldn't believe it when I saw the subtitle of this SEUS Team treasury! All these items are under 10 bucks!!! And they are so cute! Check out the treasury and the shops. If you don't, you might miss out on some great deals. Maybe even a Christmas gift or two.
Bad Cat Jewelry invited me and Miss Lizzy to join in the cutest idea for a treasury. She and another Etsian had the idea to feature shops with cat in the name. Sounds like there are lots out there in Etsyland. I had no idea!
So here it is. My Lizzy is representing TopCat Creations at http://thetopcat.etsy.com. We are on the bottom right side. Go out and give us and click, along with all the other kitties!
Etsy is so much fun!
The Cats of Etsy on Treasury West
This treasury was created by a nice EtsyFriends Team member, Reesa (ReesasFavorites). Sounds like she had some trouble when Etsy was freakin' out yesterday.
Thanks for including me Reesa!
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=8043
Actually, here it is! My latest Treasury West on Etsy, featuring the SEUS Street Team. 
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=24981
I have just opened a new Etsy shop as a supply outlet and to offer my vintage finds. I will be listing jewelry and beading supplies, yarn, patterns, and vintage items. Please check often for updates.
http://TCSupplyNVintage.etsy.com
ReesasFavorites compiled this lovely "Basic Black Beaded" treasury and included my black and hematite beaded necklace. The necklace is sold in a set, with a pair of matching earrings. You can see the beaded necklace and earring set in my Etsy shop, TopCat Creations. Also, you can view this entire lovely treasury at http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=3557 .
Thanks again Reesa!
Go by and Meet the New Team on the Block!!
Southeastern U.S. Etsy: Meet Our Team
Got this Treasury West this morning to promote some of Etsy's Southeastern U.S. Talent. Check it out and leave us a comment. There is some really great talent in the Southeastern U.S. Don't forget to visit these great shops and check out some of their current promotions!
