This wonderful treasury was created by Vicki from Vicki Diane Designs and I’d like to feature one of [...]]]>

Got a message this morning that my long crocheted scarf was featured in a treasury including the faces of a number of wonderful Etsybloggers members. My scarf is the third down on the right, and yep that’s me!

This wonderful treasury was created by Vicki from Vicki Diane Designs and I’d like to feature one of her items as a way of saying thank you!

I had a really hard time deciding what to feature, from all the dazzling items that Vicki has in her shop. But my love for cats combined with earrings led me to this:

Says Vicki: Fabulously colorful painted earrings on gold plated dangly wires measuring over 2″ in length… looking cool on my hip cat model and even cooler with a matching brooch pin.

Thanks Vicki!!

Sandi

From Knitting Guru Luxurious, one-of-a-kind, flattering, custom knitwear.  A Radical Retro Ruffle Scarf

From Burry Babies One-of-a-Kind & Custom-Made Baby Boutique, A Christmas Red and White Newborn Hat (how can you resist??)

From The Art Of Joy Original Illustrated Cards and Stickers. [...]]]>

Like before, I’ve put together some ideas for gift giving that you might be interested in.

From Knitting Guru Luxurious, one-of-a-kind, flattering, custom knitwear.  A Radical Retro Ruffle Scarf

From Burry Babies One-of-a-Kind & Custom-Made Baby Boutique, A Christmas Red and White Newborn Hat (how can you resist??)

From The Art Of Joy Original Illustrated Cards and Stickers. A set of Christmas Greeting Cards

A number of the members of my team Etsytwitter, recently had items shown in our trunk show – while some of the ones I show here may be different from what you saw at that event – you can be assured that the artists have items just as delightful, such as:

Angela from Amie Voltaire and her Paddington Apron & Chef Hat

Here’s Debby from Star Baby Online and her Dragon Vein Agate bracelet

Amy from Ojami featuring Japanese juggling & jacks game – below is a game made with fabric beanbags. These are great for adults and kids alike! Actually, I’m going to buy a set for my granddaughters to play with!

Jen from Jenco13 features Crocheted Scarves, cup cozies, and baby items, like this Sunshine Shells Baby Blanket

And Suzanne from Three Peats has the neatest new type of necklace made with recycled t-shirts!

Please join me again next week, when I will bring more shopping ideas for you!

Sandi

One of those is Jen from Jenco13.

Says Jen: I love each item I make and sometimes find them very hard to part with!

Her cup cozies are an inspiration for mine. Made [...]]]>

One of the things I like about being a member of a team, is you get to meet really great people, who are also extremely talented.

One of those is Jen from Jenco13.

Says Jen: I love each item I make and sometimes find them very hard to part with!

Her cup cozies are an inspiration for mine. Made in crochet – Jen adds a cute little crocheted flower to each one!

In addition Jen’s scarves make me want to try some different ones too!

Check out Jen’s Shop for holiday gifts and specials!

This hat was made with a double strand of yarn and a really cool flower.

OK – now her younger daughter tried it on – was too big, and Tink [...]]]>

My friend Cheryl (Tink) recently bought a hat that I made and had listed on Etsy. She had bought it for her older daughter – who collects hat.

This hat was made with a double strand of yarn and a really cool flower.

OK – now her younger daughter tried it on – was too big, and Tink asked if I could make a slightly smaller hat in purple. This is what I came up with, also with double strands of yarn.

I was getting ready to make a flower for the hat, and figured for a smaller hat, it needed a smaller flower.

OK that works. The flower is just pinned on, for ease of washing.

But… I wanted to do something else, and I searched thru all of my crochet patterns until I found what I was looking for. Voila

This bow uses the lighter of the 2 strands of yarn that I used to make the hat.

Part of the brim is turned up and the bow is pinned through the brim and hat for security.

I hope she likes it. I might even add bows and flowers to my Etsy shop.

Sandi

What are your concerns about Christmas? What kind of gift can I give that won’t break the bank? How will I wrap it? How can I wrap the [...]]]>

Christmas always has a way of sneaking up on me! I looked at a counter graphic and found that Christmas is 52 days away. Much closer than I thought.

What are your concerns about Christmas? What kind of gift can I give that won’t break the bank? How will I wrap it? How can I wrap the gift, without having all the wrapping thrown out.

Today, I’d like to make some recommendations!

Let’s start with what kind of gift you can give that won’t be really expensive. With the trend turning back to handmade and handcrafted items, rather than store bought,  I’d like to recommend Etsy for your Christmas shopping. And you can shop from home – save gas!

Not familiar with Etsy? Your place to buy all things handmade. Etsy offers just about anything you are looking for in the way of a gift for that special someone.

My Etsy Shop is Handmade By Sandi where I offer a variety of crocheted items, sewn items and jewelry. And custom orders are welcomed!

Do you know someone who loves Starbucks? Use one of these crocheted coffee cozies – replace the cardboard sleeve. Helps to keep the coffee hot and keep your hands cool! A variety of colors are available – just the coffee cozy or some are embellished like this one with flowers.

Have a teenager to buy for? How about a unique choker that can be worn with casual as well dressy outfits? These chokers come in a variety of colors – very soft feeling and ties in the back!

Do you have someone that has everything? Want something truely unique? This bowl is great for potpourri, is crocheted and soft and won’t scratch furniture.

Have a friend who loves to take her own bags to the store? How about one of these?

Now how do you wrap these gifts and any others that you purchase? Save money and the earth. Don’t buy wrapping paper and tape. Try one of my fabric gift bags from Sandi’s T’s. Offered in a variety of sizes and different Christmas fabrics – these gift bags will keep on giving!

Now is the time to order your gifts and gift bags before the holiday rush! You will be greatly appreciated by whomever receives your gifts.

Enjoy your shopping from the comfort of your home!

Sandi

According to Melissa, I am a 28 year old engineer by day – I started crafting as a way to express my creativity.

Melissa likes to crochet and you can tell – by [...]]]>

As a member of the Etsyblogger Street Team, it’s my pleasure to introduce you to Melissa and tell you about her shop Made By Melissa

According to Melissa, I am a 28 year old engineer by day – I started crafting as a way to express my creativity.

Melissa likes to crochet and you can tell – by these 2 adorable elephants. One in pink and one in blue.

How about a baby afghan – just right for Halloween

But Melissa makes jewelry too – I fell in love with these when I was browsing her shop getting ready to write about Melissa and her shop!

Give this shop a look – you will love what you see!!

So I took a screen shot, for posterity. So here it is!!! My item is my crocheted Coffee Cozy with the skull and crossbones – top right corner – called Yo Ho Ho Coffee Cozy. [...]]]>

Wow, this is cool, I’ve never been on Etsy’s front page before – or at least I’ve never seen me on there!

So I took a screen shot, for posterity. So here it is!!! My item is my crocheted Coffee Cozy with the skull and crossbones – top right corner – called Yo Ho Ho Coffee Cozy. Even showed my DH and he was impressed!! Enjoy

Just got the link that’s in Craft Cult – for my front page honor

Sandi

And the person who won the bowl is StockAnnette

My bowl is now featured on her blog – check her [...]]]>

Last week, I gave away one of my blue crocheted felted bowls to a good home! Actually, I donated one of my felted bowls to The Homemade Movement as part of their weekly giveaways.

And the person who won the bowl is StockAnnette

My bowl is now featured on her blog – check her out.

Sandi

A friend of mine who features cute items that are on Etsy – requests shop owners to submit their items for consideration.

Well, today I’ve been featured on her blog LoveClay.

Here’s what she has featured – it’s my Crocheted Choker in Denim Colors.

This will work great [...]]]>

I’ve just started adding my new Crocheted Chokers to my Etsy shop.

A friend of mine who features cute items that are on Etsy – requests shop owners to submit their items for consideration.

Well, today I’ve been featured on her blog LoveClay.

Here’s what she has featured – it’s my Crocheted Choker in Denim Colors.

This will work great with Jeans!

Thank you Loveclay!

Sandi

I know that Halloween is only a little over 3 weeks away, so I’ve decided to let you see [...]]]>

I’m always a little late getting things made that pertain to holidays. And this year is no exception. Oh I know that I should be making Christmas ornaments, etc in July – but hey, I’m not that organized.

I know that Halloween is only a little over 3 weeks away, so I’ve decided to let you see what I’ve created this year to help you celebrate.

First of all, I made some adorable earrings that you can wear to your parties (and I’m sure you are going to more than 1!)

I found the cutest pumpkin charms and made them into earrings you can wear for the fall as well as Halloween!

If you would rather appear ghostly – check these out:

My Yo Ho Ho coffee cozy – this is just the thing!

Now for my latest felted bowl – a cauldron complete with handles – can’t  you just see the flames around the bottom… hm maybe I should have felted some orange or red on the bottom – maybe next year.

Starting tomorrow – I’m listing my new line of crocheted chokers – so this one has not been listed yet – but I couldn’t resist making one for Halloween – this uses the same button that’s on the coffee cozy above.

Shhhh – don’t tell anybody you saw my new choker – I haven’t introduced it yet! Tomorrow…

Sandi