This shop Shars Art Pottery had only one item in it, but it was so great [...]]]>

Being a part of the ‘Sneak Attack’ team, I’m always looking for new Etsy shops with little or no sales, that we can consider as ‘victims’. The other day, I was using Etsy’s pounce tool and found a delightful new shop.

This shop Shars Art Pottery had only one item in it, but it was so great looking, I couldn’t resist.  I purchased it! Well, I received it today. And I am so excited!!

I have a special mug that I use just for coffee – and I wanted one for my tea. I have so many mugs that I have collected over the years, but this one is so beautiful – that I can’t wait to use it.

Since I purchased this mug, Sharlene who makes pottery, has added more items to her shop – you really need to check them out!!  In addition to mugs, she has bowls of all kinds, and these lotion holders:

Check out Sharlene’s shop – you won’t be disappointed!!

Sandi

BNR!! What’s a BNR? It’s a place where you get together with other Etsy shops and look for items that you just have to have! When you buy from someone on the list (a list is maintained all [...]]]>

In the past, I’ve mentioned a couple of my obsessions: Magnets and Earrings. Well I’ve found a new one!

BNR!! What’s a BNR? It’s a place where you get together with other Etsy shops and look for items that you just have to have! When you buy from someone on the list (a list is maintained all day and night), their name gets dropped, and your shop name is added to the list, for others to check out what you have. BNR – Buy and Replace

This BNR was started by one of our Sneaky friends Java Jess Publishing. Way to go girl!! The BNR can be found here

Come and have lots of fun, meet great people and buy some gifts along the way.

As if one BNR was not enough (omg), several of the gals in the Sneaky BNR are also taking part in a Second Chance BNS. Kind of along the same lines, but here you can buy something from another shop on the list, your shop gets put on the list at midnight and you can stay there for several days – instead of dropping off when someone buys from you. Lots of sales going on there – and wonderful ‘chatty’ friends!! Check out the BNS here

I’m trying to figure out when I will have time to work

Sandi

In the meantime, I found [...]]]>

I so love to find out that one of my items is in a treasury. This morning, whenever the dsl let me connect, I checked to see the treasuries. At this point, tho I love to create them, with the way the dsl and internet are working – I’m going to wait.

In the meantime, I found that I was in this treasury featuring one of my felted bowls:

This treasury was created by Shellie Artist – Original Fabric on Wood and Archival Prints

I didn’t have to look far to see something that I liked. Shellie creates pictures using fabric. Since I love cats, I have 4 of them, this was delightful!

And Shellie is a cat love too! I have 3 cats and they are all best friends so this piece was inspired by them I love cats and will keep making kitty pictures

Want to know more about her art? Check out her shop – it’s fascinating.

Sandi

As a way of saying thank you to That 70s Shoppe, I’d like to feature one of her items.

This is an antique trunk that someone has at some point in the past spent a lot of [...]]]>

Found out last nite that one of my coffee cozies was featured in a treasury!  My item is the top right.

As a way of saying thank you to That 70s Shoppe, I’d like to feature one of her items.

This is an antique trunk that someone has at some point in the past spent a lot of time decorating with Americana, folk art, pop culture pictures of the times. There are maps, pictures of animals, people, places, Disney, Mickey Mouse, Pepsi, Michael Jackson, a duck theme on the sides and inside bottom, etc.

a great place to store your trinkets, clothing, etc.

Enjoy

Sandi

From Sunshine Day Dreamz This Turquoise and Copper Brown Leather [...]]]>

I love featuring all of my friends from Etsy – and today is no exception. I have a wonderful collection of gift ideas for you to check out – we want to help you get the items you need to check off everything off your gift list.

From Sunshine Day Dreamz This Turquoise and Copper Brown Leather Necklace

From Wellspring Creations This Natural Teardrop Amethyst in Woven Sterling

From Dizzle POP This Squeeze Snappy Fabric Coffee Sleeve – Just the beans

From Safiya Beauty This Monogram Shea Butter Soap

From From Nancys Heart This Christmas Ornament – Joy is Sharing

From Kim White Creations This Janet Care Shawl

From Yarn Coture This Party Time Mini Spa Washcloth Set

From The Checkerd Rabbit This Christmas Stockings Card

From In My Head Studios This Domino Ornament Featuring a Green Christmas Tree

Whether you are looking for a gift for her, him, the kids or just a friend, you are bound to find something in these shops that is the perfect fit!

Sandi

The first thing that caught my eye was this little stitched garden pin cushion (too pretty to use as far [...]]]>

JJ as she is affectionately called by the members of the S.N.E.A.K. Team, owns the shop Just Janes Things A family oriented shop, JJ has things that her Mom has made, and perhaps her daughter as well.

The first thing that caught my eye was this little stitched garden pin cushion (too pretty to use as far as I’m concerned) created by JJ’s Mom Marjorie.

The next little item that was completely different is this Original Collage ACEO Roses Ornament (ACEO stands for Art Cards Editions and Originals)

And this item is definitely unique – a Peace Fairy teahouse

Check out Just Janes Things you will find something that’s just calling your name.

Sandi

As a way of saying thank you to Huayruro Peru, one of the members of the Etsytwitter team, I’d like to feature one of her items.

This is a crocheted one of a kind [...]]]>

Got an email today letting me know I’m in a treasury. My new crocheted bow is featured in the 2nd row -  middle column.

As a way of saying thank you to Huayruro Peru, one of the members of the Etsytwitter team, I’d like to feature one of her items.

This is a crocheted one of a kind Necklace with 3 Huayruro seed as charms and a Huayruro seed as a Button.
Huayruros are ancient peruvian symbols of “Good Luck” and used to avoid “Evil Eye”.
They are also known as ying yang seeds because of their two colors: Red and Black; no two huayruro seeds are then same.

Wouldn’t you love to wear something that no one else has??

Sandi

Even if you can’t make a purchase, you can still help by tweeting, posting on face book, [...]]]>

Have you joined our group S.N.E.A.K. Team yet? What do we do? We support independant artisans who are trying to sell their wares online. Read more about what goes on during a sneak. We would love you to join us!

Even if you can’t make a purchase, you can still help by tweeting, posting on face book, writing a blog post, and joining in the Etsy thread that promotes the upcoming Sneak Attack.

Last nite we had 2 delightful Etsy shops that we ‘attacked’.

The 1st shop was Studio 80 Purses, Bags, Totes, Handmade Fabrics. One of the items in this shop that intrigued me, was the Chinese Gift Boxes. Made of fabric, they can be used to package a gift, and then reused to hold little keepsakes.

The 2nd shop was Simply Perfection handmade, one-of-a-kind, jewelry. With my passion for earrings, I loved these, called Jumping Through Hoops

Whether you are shopping for holiday gifts, or just a little something for yourself, your purchase will also help an Etsy shop! Come join us for the next Sneak Attack, which will be Monday, November 30!

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