etsyBEAD Theme of the Week

Check out this cool idea from Jenni, one of the etsyBEAD members: each week, the group will have a theme and members will list their beaded items on Etsy at a reduced price.

This week's theme is "Summer Lovin' Colours". Here are my selections:

For a snapshot of all the items featured, check the etsyBEAD photo pool on Flickr.

Or, head to Etsy and see all the listings tagged with "ebtw".

Sunday Etsy Showcase

Ok, I know I'm a day late, but I figured you'll excuse the tardiness since it was Easter yesterday and I was doing the family thing.

So today's artist is Green Envy Desings, an Australian jewelry maker with a special skill for weaving the most intriguing weaves. Check out this gorgeous blue flower ring entitled "Efflorescence". The ring was created from different size Japanese seed beads built around a beautiful cobalt-blue Swarovski crystal.

Update: I think the ring must've sold, as it is no longer appearing in the post.

Sunday Etsy Showcase

Today I'm featuring EML Designs, a self-confessed beadaholic, whose designs are delicate yet funky. EML Designs uses only .925 Sterling silver, gold filled, brass and colour-coated copper; Swarovski crystals; gemstone beads; and polymer clay. All designs are one of a kind and original.

Jasper & Sterling Silver Byzantine Chainmaille Bracelet:

Sunday Etsy Showcase

Today I'm featuring Cassowary Jewelry. Shown here is a lovely porcelain blue and white Chinese choker, measuring about 14 inches and made with sodalite beads and white and blue porcelain beads. The necklace is clasped with a sterling silver toggle.

Check out her other site for more beautiful handmade jewelry!

Sunday Etsy Showcase

I've decided to go alphabetically through my "Indulge" blogroll to feature Etsy artists. Beginning with the "A"s, this week I'd like to introduce Alejandra, a stay-at-home-mom with a talent for creating jewelry, such as this lovely bracelet:

For only $10, this would be a nice addition to any jewelry box!

Sunday Etsy Showcase

Today I'd like to feature iSew, who quit her job two years ago to sew full time. Her shop is chock full of really interesting items. Frank, here, is one of them:


Having just become the proud owner of an iPod, this cute Monkey Cozy might come in handy! (It can also be used for cameras and cell phones!)

Sunday Etsy Showcase

I'd like to show off some of the Etsy sellers from time to time. Today, I'd like to introduce The Red Leaf. Rather than use a bookmark, she's designed this "book thong" for holding your place:



Interesting idea, huh? The Red Leaf also has a great blog, which is blogrolled to your right.