Monday, April 25, 2011

BESTeam Feature: CKSilver - Sterling Silver Jewelry

Our BESTeam feature this week is cksilver created in Chelan, WA, United States.

Pearl Jewelry of the Month Club - 3 Month Earring Sampler



This line of fabulous jewelry is created by Cindy and Marilyn, a mother daughter team.  Together they offer handcrafted sterling silver jewelry that is beautiful, timeless, and elegant. Each piece of jewelry is unique, and many are one of a kind. Most pieces incorporate sterling silver, freshwater pearls, semi-precious stones, and swarovski crystal.

Wedding Dance Sterling Silver Earrings

Cindy has always been interested in creating beautiful designs - both in jewelry and in marketing and graphic design. Her passion is creating classic silver pieces that are well-made, balanced, and elegant - pieces that you will enjoy wearing. She specializes in sterling silver, pearls, semi-precious stones, and Swarovski crystals focusing primarily on colors found in the ocean and on earth.
Found At Sea Sterling Silver Necklace

Marilyn has always loved wearing silver jewelry, so it is natural for her to wnat to create using silver. She loves creating from the beauty of what God has already created.

Midnight Remembrance Silver Cross, Onyx, and Brecciated Jasper Necklace

Visit CKSilver online at:


Sunday, April 24, 2011

Geekery By Austen

http://www.etsy.com/shop/AlexandersDesigns?section_id=8054107Our 12 year old has always loved taking things apart and collecting spare parts for other projects.  The circuit boards just pile up cause you don't want to just toss something so special out.

Anyway the other day he started cutting out select pieces, shaping them, filing them down and drilling a hole into the top so a jump ring can be attached and then it can be put on a chain or a leather cord.

Here is the results so far:









All can be found at our http://www.alexandersdesigns.etsy.com/ shop under the category Geekery By Austen.

Have a great week!

Jenny

Monday, April 18, 2011

BESTeam Feature: AncientOils - Goddess Blends Unique Bath Salts & Essential Oil Blends

This week we have the honor of featuring Ancient Oils @ http://www.etsy.com/shop/ancientoils of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.

Heart Chakra - Quan yin, Eastern Goddess of Compassion. 10 oz.


Ancient Oils is owned by Lilly DelValle. Lilly has a degree in Metaphysics and Certifications in Holistic Energy Healing. She has studied and practiced Holistic and Spiritual Healing.

Dead Sea Mud w/ Aloe Vera gel (6 oz)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66640218/dead-sea-mud-w-aloe-vera-gel-6-oz

Frankincense Essential Oil - Undiluted Therapeutic Grade 1/3 oz

The practice of using essential oils is commonly referred to as aromatherapy, and is used for physical and psychological well-being. In ancient times, sweet smelling oils were more respected for both medicinal and their healing properties than scent. Essential Oils are often referred to as "Mankind's First Medicine".
Aromatherapy is the inhalation of plant oils, called essential oils, for improved physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Essential oils are the pure essence of the plant often referred to as nature's living energy and can provide both psychological and physical benefits when used correctly.

Rose Gardenia Scented - Goat's Milk Soap 4 oz ea.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/65798113/rose-gardenia-scented-goats-milk-soap-4

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Monday, April 11, 2011

BESTeam Feature: Turquoiseangels - Tutus and Hair Accessories

Our BESTeam Weekly Feature is with Turquoise Angels @ http://www.etsy.com/shop/turquoiseangels.

Headband with Easter Candy Pink Fower

Turquoise Angels is a family owned company specializing in infusing art into clothing. This is a fabulous mother and daughter team specializing in hand made clothing for girls, babies and mommies. This duo makes everything from hand tied tutus and cotton dresses to screen printed garments and hair accessories. They truly love what they do and love working together!

Easter Hunt Strawberry and Chocolate Great for Photo Shoots, Birthdays, Dance Performances, Parties and Dress Up Fun.

Turquoise Angels is created in Purcellville, Virginia, United States.  Truly Handmade in the USA products.

Tutti Frutti Confetti Tutu Dress- Perfect for Birthdays, Dance Recital, Pageant, Photo Prop

They are celebrating their 1 Year Anniversary with a 20% off sale throughout the month of April. use this coupon code at checkout " 1YEARANNI" Shop now for Great deals on Easter and Spring Break must have items

Green Dog Tutu- Fits dogs 8 to 15 pounds















Find Turquoise Angels Online at:
Blog: http://turquoise-angels.blogspot.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/TurquoiseAngelsBoutique
Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/TurquoiseAngels
Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/turquoiseangels

 

Monday, April 4, 2011

BESTeam Feature: ElizabethMD - Handmade Designer Jewelry

This week we introduce you to ElizabethMD who creates designer jewlery in Canda.

How did you get started?
I got started designing jewelry in high school. I was always the type of person as soon as I saw someone else was wearing what I had.....couldn't wear it anymore. Had to find something new. Years (and I mean YEARS) later when I was let go from my job, I decided to take that time to get back into it again and make it into a business.
Pale Blue Bar Necklace

Where do you create?

I have a small little studio room in my place that has a beautiful big sliding glass door (nature is a HUGE inspiration for me).
Tell us how you decided on your shop name.

I wanted something that was timeless and could shift and evolve with me no matter what I did. So it was only fitting that my name be my business as well!

Ice Blue Crystal Drop Earrings

What inspires you to create your products?


Nature is a big inspiration to me!....Lately I've been playing with vintage ideas though and will have them up in my shop very soon hopefully.
Where do you see yourself and your products in 10 years?

I hope I am still doing what I am doing right now only with more interest and sales........maybe even a baby or 2 in tow.

Chainmaille Charm Bracelet

http://www.etsy.com/listing/28329192/chainmaille-charm-bracelet


How did you feel the first time someone actually paid money for something you had made?

I feel the same way every time a sale shows up in my inbox. Excited (special happy dance of course), I don't think it will ever change for me, and I hope it doesn't.
Any advice you would like to share with a newbie who may be reading this?

Keep working at it. It's hard working for yourself, you have noone telling you what you "should" do, what works. A lot of reading and learning is involved ( I've been open since 2009 and I'm still trying to learn more and more). Basically just keep your head up. If you show people how much you love your product(s) then they will be interested and want to check it out too.

Star/Flower Pendant Necklace

Help out a great cause and get some fabulous earrings too!!!

Right now the silver butterfly hearts collection is being sold to benefit an organization of 3 local NO KILL organizations in JAPAN called JEARS (Japans Earthquake Animal Rescue and Support). The profit from the sale of each piece will be donated.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/70636648/silver-butterfly-heart-earrings-for

Find ElizabethMD Online:


Etsy: http://www.elizabethmd.etsy.com/

Blog http://www.elizabethmdesigns.blogspot.com/

Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ElizabethMD

Tell ElizabethMD that you found her shop here!