This is a fabulous shopping experience that you cannot miss! The fabulous Liz Nonnemacher of wickedlychic.com is opening her home for an experience like no other. Local artisans gather to showcase their work. Jewelry, handbags, photography and much, much more.
For a sneak peek of some of the fabulous artisans, check out these links:
http://SapphireLizard.etsy.com
http://SunnyKristi.etsy.com
http://artunderCJ.etsy.com
http://iamsusie.etsy.com
http://www.jackieplier.com
http://aliBart.etsy.com
http://nightswork.etsy.com
http://thepinkorange.etsy.com
http://papercrazy.etsy.com
This event will run from 11am-2pm and again from 5pm-9pm. So, whether you're a daytime shopper or an evening shopper, we've got you covered! Join us at 235 Prairie View Ave in Grayslake. Not sure where this is? Take a peek at this map.
Grab a friend or two and stop by for a fabulous fun time!!
Know someone who needs a bit of pampering, but you're just not sure what scent to choose? Then consider this Mini Lotion Gift Sampler from Right as Rain Creations. For only $10 you get to sample 6 scents. The only challenge will be choosing just 6 from more than 25 available scents!
Here is a great and inexpensive gift idea. Tile coaster sets from Little Tile Gnome. Sets of four tile coasters sell for only $10. She carries every style imaginable. Retro, floral, holiday, vintage and more!!
Here is just one example of these fabulous coasters:
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:
Calling all bead addicts!! These are some of the most stunning beads I've ever seen!!! Boy, I sure do love Bead Abundant!!
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.
The EtsyBEAD theme of the week this week is "Dressing up Denim". Some of my fellow street team members have been lucky (patient) enough to snag a few treasuries to show off some of the lovely items that are on sale this week.
See something you like?? Want to see more?? Search Etsy for "Dressing up Denim" or just click here!! And remember...each and every week you can search for the tag "EBTW" to find items for that week's theme. To learn more about the EtsyBEAD street team and our weekly sales, stop by our team blog at http://etsybeadstreet.blogspot.com/ !!
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!!
Two fabulous new necklaces added to my shop today!! The first is part of the etsyBEAD street team theme of the week sale. This week's theme is "Keeping Cool"! Here is my necklace, entitled "Cold as Ice":
The other new piece is a personal favorite of mine. I absolutely love these colors and how they all came together. This necklace, entitled "Ocean Pebbles" is the newest piece from my fall "Dreamy" line. It features Blue Apatite, Bronzite, Amazonite and Mother of Pearl.
Stop by today to see what else is new at Sapphire Lizard Designs!!!
The time has finally come for me to introduce the first pieces of my fall line. First, I want to tell you a bit about what to expect.
The "Dreamy" line has been designed with rich shades of blue and splashes of purple, accented with creamy, natural colors. The "Dreamy" pieces have been created using lovely gemstones and Swarovski crystals and accented with sterling silver findings. Sodalite, Lapis Lazulis, Amethyst and Fluorite. Riverstone, Mother of Pearl and Aragonite. These are only the beginning.
I plan on listing the first few pieces from the "Dreamy" line in my Etsy shop tonight.
I have spent most of my weekend completely engulfed in cleaning up in preparation for my son's birthday party. So...staying with the theme...
Last, but not least...you must never forget the gift tags!! Here are some from Hafa Adai.
On a personal note...
I simply cannot believe that my little guy is turning 4 already!! Where has the time gone??
This totally awesome lot of vintage goodies from luxe deluxe just caught my eye!
I've looked at some vintage beads lately, and thought about giving them a whirl. Quite possible that this is the set to get me started! What do you think?
