Etsy's BEST Weekly: Chasing the Nuns / Cerlandia

 Sarah, from Chasing the Nuns and Cerlandia is a multi talented stay at home mom/artisan. She is skilled in knitting, crocheting and sewing and she has recently added silk screen to her repertoire, resulting in a shop full of unique and distinct items.

 

I know many booklovers who would freak over these totebags!

 With all of Sarah's craftiness, you never know what you will find in her shop. It is the kind of store you want to keep checking back on.

Silk Screened  Bag made of 100% cotton fabric and lined with a laminated cotton that is BPA and PVC free. The lining is also water, stain and mold resistant.

  If Sarah makes it, she can probably make it for you in your favorite color or yarn. Just ask her about your custom ideas

This is the sweetest ever! A crochet necklace.

Sarah also makes  really fun shoulder bags out of recycled t-shirts! They are lined with coordinating fabric to make them sturdy. Sarah will even make a custom bag with your own special t-shirt! If you have a favorite Tee-shirt, Sarah can preserve it for you by turning into a sturdy bag like this.

Sponge Bob Square Pants Tee Shirt Bag

 Keep up with Sarah on her blog

And follow her on Twitter and Facebook

Sarah and I are both members of the BEST of Etsy. The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others' Etsy shops by writing WEEKLY features on our blogs. For those that have them, we encourage use of Twitter Accounts and Facebook Fanpages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!

Thanks for reading,

Norah

Etsy's BEST Weekly: Our Home to Yours

Butterfly Quilt Coverlet

For these North Carolina shop keepers, being an artist runs in the family. Debbie, the owner of Our Home to Yours is "a professional mom". That is, she has bio children, an adopted child , and foster children. Debbie takes after her own mom who was an exceptional artist and she works along with her daughter, Amanda, another fine artist and a graphic designer with a background in fine arts.

(Special order) Bridal Shadow Box

Custom Painted Wedding Banner

In their shop on Etsy.com they sell diverse crafted items,  like this fantastic shadowbox and 'Just Married" custom banner for the new bride.

Handmade Indian Style Necklace

 Debbie has now started her own, one of a kind, unique handmade jewelry line.

Shades of Blue Crystal Dangle Earrings

Aside from wedding and jewelry items, at Our Home To Yours,  you will also find vintage pieces and fashion accessories. One stop fun shopping.

If you see something you like, move fast! Everything is one of a kind and will only be re-made by custom order.

You can find more of Debbie and Amanda all around the web:

Their Blog, Twitter, Facebook, and Creating the Hive

Our Home to yours is a member of the BEST of Etsy

The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others' Etsy shops by writing WEEKLY features on our blogs. For those that have them, we encourage use of Twitter Accounts and Facebook Fanpages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!

Etsy's BEST Weekly: Moonangelnay

Etsy's BEST Feature:

  

Today, I have the pleasure of showcasing the multi-dimensional expressions of Moonangelnay Photography on Etsy

Digital Art, photography, and something to think about.

Peaceful Mind

I get bored looking at art. I know  this makes me sound shallow and I probably  should not admit this but it is true. One thing I never get bored of is feeling art. Moonangelnay's altered art pieces creep into my soul and are felt on many levels.

Naomi is a brilliant UK artist taking digital photography to places I have not seen before.
 It is her objective in the branding of her work, to present to you more than just physical art or home decor, but something to think about.

Among other digital artistry, Naomi brilliantly works the Bokeh effect into her artwork: shallow depth of field, a fuzzy background, and starry or water drippy highlights.

My interpretation of her inspirations would be nature, light and dark, playing with color and abstract thought.

This is an Aceo entitled  "Watching Over", for me it has the ethereal beauty of a pre-natal ultrasound.

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I love how the light "pushes" through dark in "Paw Prints"

Sometimes when I look at art I feel so stupid because I just don't "get it".   No anxious thought at all when viewing  Moonangelnay's artwork, I just feel it. You will too.

You must visit her fine art photo gallery and shop on  on Etsy.com

I urge you to read her blog too. It is fascinating to get to know the compelling  artist behind these images.

Visit more of Naomi's homes all over the Web

http://www.facebook.com/MoonangelnayPhotographyOnEtsy

http://www.twitter.com/moonangelnay

http://www.flickr.com/moonangelnay

 More Info:

Moonangelnay prints on Archival quality papers.

Archival photo's are said to last for almost 100 years. The term is used when the right papers and pigmented inks are combined to produce photographs that are more resistant to humidity, and fade.

This multi-talented artisan also has an entirely different shop on Etsy. Take a looky look at Babamoon the cutest baby shop on Etsy, full of  original designs handmade crochet baby hats, newsboy caps, crochet animal hats, earflap beanies, baby shower gifts, infant flower headbands, baby nest cocoon pods and dress up accessories. Most Items are 'Made To Order'

Naomi is a member of the BEST of Etsy.

The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others' Etsy shops by writing WEEKLY features on our blogs. For those that have them, we encourage use of Twitter Accounts and Facebook Fanpages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!

Thank you for reading,

Norah

Etsy's BEST Weekly: CKSilver

Fancy Jasper Inspirational Necklace

Ck Silver is an Etsy Jewelry shop run by a mother and daughter team of artists from beautiful Washington State, both of whose  primary inspiration is the beauty of nature. Their collection of jewelry is made  with the colors primarily found in earth and ocean. I love these sea-green Aventurine pieces.

CK Silver's quality jewelry pieces are classically designed and will withstand a lifetime of wear.The team chooses to work in Sterling Silver, freshwater pearls, semi-precious gemstones, and Swarovski crystal, but it is the colors that stand out to me. Gloriously muted earth tones like in these Leopardskin Jasper pieces perfectly paired with pink Rhodondite:

  At CK Silver, the sterling silver jewelry  is timeless and elegant. Unique and one of a kind silver pieces that are well-made, balanced, and elegant; easy and, very importantly, comfortable to wear.

 Take the guess work out of ,"what to wear with what," by buying in sets like this "Champagne Sunset" set.

Eternity Blue Sodalite Necklace on Sterling Silver Chain

 Marilyn and Cindy have a common goal: this is for their customer to be completely satisfied. Each and every piece is created with experience, excellence and pride and CK Silver stands proudly behind their workmanship.

Don't know what to get a new bride? CK Silver has a fantastically priced jewelry of the month club.  Every month your giftee receives a new piece of pearl jewelry, (hint:there is no rule that  the giftee should not be you).

These "First Snowfall" earrings are  another great idea for a bride. Or, you can have Cindy and Marilyn design a custom jewelry collection for the whole bridal party.

The gals at CKSilver have a content-full blog that you will love to read. And it is no wonder they have been featured in nearly fifty blogs!

Thank you for reading,

Norah

CK Silver is a member of the BEST of Etsy

The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others' Etsy shops by writing WEEKLY features on our blogs. For those that have them, we encourage use of Twitter Accounts and Facebook Fanpages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!

Off The Wall Expressions

I lived in apartments for years. On moveout day I would frantically fill nail holes all over the walls with Colgate toothpaste and smooth them out with a butter knife in hopes my landlord would not notice.  I rarely got my security deposit back in whole. 

Well, I live in a house now and I still make at least six nail holes to hang one picture. In fact I have been “relieved” of my picture hanging duties by my husband. Yesterday, I showed him the Off The Wall Expression  shop on Etsy.com and he told me I could have as many as I want of these easy to use art pieces.

 Off The Wall Expressions is a high quality vinyl lettering and wall art design company selling on Etsy.com.  Tina and Mick are the husband and wife team who create all the designs, and if you are lucky enough to live in their area, (North East Indiana), they do local installation. Their vinyl is the highest quality and they pride themselves in great customer service. They have more than 1200 Etsy sales with perfect feedback to back this up.

The decals are a fantastic design option.

Express yourself

Decorate, make a statement, motivate, inspire, amuse, or organize.

Then change your mind,

And express yourself again!

 

Vinyl designs are quick and easy to apply, instantly transforming your home or commercial space. Use them in kid’s rooms, kitchen, baby’s room, playroom,  office; even in your car.

You must see the new, write on/wipe off chalkboard labels in many designs and colors!

Use your imagination, or let Tina and Mick do a custom design for you. What a fantastic idea for a special occasion like a wedding.

This is a Floor Decal

 The options and uses are endless!  This is the best thing to happen in DIY design in ages! The Decals are precision cut using the highest quality interior vinyl in a matte finish for a hand-painted look once applied to your wall. And exterior gloss vinyl for outdoor applications is now available in a limited color selection

Visit the  blog to enter contests for free giveaways and lots more! 

Please 'like' the OTWE Facebook page for sales and special coupons codes!

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“I can’t do this, I have 10 thumbs”.

Never fear, vinyl can be applied to any smooth surface such as walls, windows, wood, glass, refrigerators, plastic, bathtubs, picture frames, and many more.

Vinyl Decal application is fun and easy! Tina and Mick always include complete instructions with each order. When you are ready to remove your decals, just start at a corner and peel off. The decals will not damage the wall surface or leave any residue.

  

Off the Wall Around the Web:

http://offthewallexpression.etsy.com/

http://www.artfire.com/users/offthewallexpressions

http://www.zibbet.com/offthewallexpressions

http://www.bonanza.com/booths/offthewallexpression

Contact Tina and Mick: www.offthewallexp@gmail.com

 Off the Wall Expressions is am member of the  BESTeam

Tina is a very active team member of the BEST of Etsy

The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others' Etsy shops by writing WEEKLY features on our blogs. For those that have them, we encourage use of Twitter Accounts and Facebook Fanpages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!

 Thanks for reading,

Norah