Know someone who is decorating a new home? Well, then you may want to consider this lovely piece from Amy Giacomelli. I admire Amy's work, most of which is well beyond my budget right now. This piece is a bit smaller than many of Amy's pieces and so is its price.
Give this serene painting this holiday season for only $53.
Lakeside at Sunset:
Everyday for the next 2 weeks, I'm going to be posting some neat Etsy finds. This is my own personal gift guide.
Today, I'll start things off with this Large Serving Bowl from Dishfuls of Doodles:
In case you hadn't already figured it out, I've been swooning over heavy metal jewelry lately. Today's feature is another fabulous metal jewelry artist.
Yes, definitely something to talk about here! Today's spotlight is:
Wanted to share a few awesome new favorites. I have been on a major metal jewelry kick lately.
Take a few minutes to check out this lovely Blue-Green and Ice Blue Chainmaille bracelet from Avionmaille.
For you copper fans like myself, you'll adore this Copper and Silver Necklace from Accent Yourself.
In addition to making such fabulous pieces, these 3 artists are all relatively new to Etsy. Stroll on over and check out their shops, and be sure to mention that you saw them here.
I am incredibly excited to introduce you to an awesome new Etsy seller. I have to admit, I discovered this shop through the Daily Ditties at Wickedly Chic.
Frozen in Time is a shop full of truly unique pendants. These pendants are photographic images from inside of kaleidescopes, mounted in acrylic pendants. Absolutely stunning!!
Many of you may have been wondering where I've been. Things have been busy at home, and I haven't had much time for blogging.
The biggest chunk of my time has gone to my son. Our 4 yr old son had his tonsils and adenoids removed last Thursday. So, we spent our Labor Day weekend nursing him back to health. I'd say that he pulled through it very well, but we definitely had our ups and downs. He has been fairly low key, and his appetite comes and goes. The biggest challenge we've had is getting him to drink enough fluids. Today is his first day back at daycare...a little sad for me. Hopefully it goes well, because tomorrow is another big day for him. Tomorrow is the first day of preschool. Last week they had an open house, and he had a blast. So much so that when it came time to leave, he didn't want to go home.
It is a bit weird not having the kids around today. It has been a while since I've taken them to daycare on one of my days off...and after a long weekend with them, it sure is quiet around here. I mustn't spend too much time enjoying the peace and quiet though...there is much to do today. I need to finish cleaning up around the house. More importantly, I must finish getting things together for an appointment I have this afternoon. I'm headed over to check out the lovely little shop opening today in Lake Villa, called Artisans Ball. I actually heard about the shop through Etsy, as the owner is an Etsy seller. The shop features a number of indie artists, a list which will hopefully include myself soon too.
Over the coming weeks, I will do what I can to bring the blog back up to normal speed. It may take a while though because my husband has a couple of business trips, and I'll be a single mom for a while. Thanks so much for your patience!!
Today's random Etsy find is a stunning ACEO from Sujati, entitled "Searching for Answers"
If you like this piece, then you're sure to love the rest of Sujati's artwork too. Stop by and browse her shop today!
Family committments have left my poor little blog a little lonely lately. I'm doing my best to keep a steady, but unfortunately slow, flow of new material here for my loyal readers.
So...stop by Leaping Lizards today and check out the rest of the shop! Be sure to mention that you saw them here!!As I mentioned last week...I am featuring another great glass artist this week. This week's featured artist is somewhat new to the Etsy scene. She offers a variety of great glass beads and pendants.
I am not normally a fan of bumpy glass beads, but I really like the way this one was done. The pink bumps blend well with the rest of the colors. They're almost like sprinkles on top of a cupcake.
It probably won't surprise you to hear that I love the bright green and aqua in this pendant bead.
I'm trying to save up to make some major purchases of artisan lampwork beads. As a result, I have been adding TONS of bead artists to my Etsy favorites. Over the next few weeks, I plan to showcase several of those artists.
Mango Waves:
Stop by and browse the rest of the shop and see what strikes your fancy. Be sure to mention that you saw him here!!
Popped on to Etsy this afternoon, and this item on the front page caught my eye.
Brand new item from a brand new seller. This necklace appeals to the chemist in me. It has just the right geek factor, but is still totally cool. It puts a scientific twist on those inspirational word charms (which I love too!).
This week's featured artist was picked from my long list of favorite Etsy shops.
Eye Pop Art
at
You'll also find this Flower Mandala Record Clock:In addition to the items shown here, you will also find garden art, cuff bracelets, and even the Mod Mandalas Coloring Book. Take a few minutes to stop by and browse Eye Pop Art. Be sure to tell her you saw here here.
If you're in the Portland, Oregon area, visit Eye Pop Art's profile for her upcoming show schedule.
Looking for Unique handmade gifts of the crocheted varitey?? Then you should definitely check out this week's featured artist!
Keychain Lipbalm Holder
Never go anywhere withouth your lipbalm again! Available in a wide range of colors and 3 different sizes...this handy little creation is a must have!
LuAnne describes her artwork as whimsical, uplifting and nostalgic. Her artwork is her outlet. Her paintings are primarily acrylic, like the flying pig shown above. She also does lovely collages using some great vintage papers that she has stashed away over the years. Take a look around her shop and you will see quite a few birds, which are my personal favorites in her shop.
Many of her collages are these neat little collage blocks:
Another newer item in her shop is this lovely altered collaged journal, which highlights her talents very well.
Take a minute to browse the rest of LuAnne's shop today and see what she has in store for you! Be sure to tell her that you saw her here!
The Zen Breeze Art Gallery features art by Laura Milnor Iverson. I can tell you first hand, that she does fabulous work. I have the privledge of owning one of Laura's handpainted trinket boxes, and it is stunning. Her work is even more remarkable in person than it is in photos.
If you have a little princess at home, I highly recommend you pay a visit to:
