Knotties&Nesties on Etsy: December 2009

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Meet EmbellishedBayou

Name: Christy

Craft: Embellished Photo Frames, Antique Tins and Candle Embellishments, plus more!

Etsy Store: http://www.embellishedbayou.etsy.com/

How long have you been in business? I joined Etsy about a year ago under another user name, but have been selling as Embellished Bayou since February.

How did you get started? I got started by making gifts for friends. I would see things in stores/boutiques and know that I could make it for less money and put my own unique stamp on it.

Do you have formal training? None whatsoever!

What's the best part of having an Etsy store? I love being able to reach people all over the world. So far I've sent my products all over the US and to Australia and Thailand as well! I also love to create custom pieces for people.

What surprised you about having your own business? The bookkeeping is a pain to keep up with!

How would you describe your style? I am a bit traditional, a bit shabby chic, and definitely girly!

What one item should everyone see in your store? This pink shabby chic jewelry box has gotten a lot of hearts, I just love it: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30759845

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Free Printable- Snowman Soup

Donna from Swish Designs has been kind enough to offer a free printable for Snowman Soup. This is a great idea for an inexpensive Christmas gift you can put together quickly. The recipe is on her blog, as well this accompanying poem that you can print for free. Just visit her blog and leave a comment. Then she'll email you the high resolution file. Thanks Donna!

Monday, December 7, 2009

Holiday Gift Guide: Under $25

1. Orange and Navy Picture Frame by Anycards

2. The Bamboo Forest print by Kristin's Eyes

3. Floral Box Bag by mary*mule designs

4. Candle Embellishment by Embellished Bayou

5. Photo Aluminum Ornament by Personally Speaking

6. Ear Flap Beanie by Bowrene

Friday, December 4, 2009

Holiday Gift Guide: Under $10

Need a gift for less than $10? Maybe you have a Secret Santa or just want to stick to a budget. Then check out these gifts from the knetteam.

1. Wristlet Key Fob by Mada's Place
2. Monkey hair clip by Bella Mia Bows n Things
3. Bue Halo Earrings by Karma's Creation
4. Pom Pom Rose Clippie by Mop Top Maven
5. Turtle & Frog Soap by Plumb Pretty
6. Red Pepper and Garlic Jelly by Monkey Pie Creations

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Meet MopTopMaven!

Name: Melanie

Craft: marvelous handcrafted hair accessories

Etsy Store: MopTopMaven

How long have you been in business? opened Etsy shop in July 2009

How did you get started? My daughter finally had enough hair to use clippies, but I wanted something more unique than what I saw in stores. I created woven ribbon snap clips for her and she got so many unsolicited compliments. Then a friend asked if I could amkes ome for her...

Do you have formal training? I come from a long line of talented, creative women on both sides of my family - between the genes and watching them I was bound to join their ranks!

What's the best part of having an Etsy store? My daughter can wear only so many clips, so this lets me share the rest of my creative designs!

What surprised you about having your own business? How much I enjoy the networking, and how I've learned to be more forthcoming in promoting my own work.

How would you describe your style? Adaptable - what I may like may not be your style, so I try to offer pieces that will appeal to a range of styles - from simply stated solid colors to bold, bright and whimsical to ultra-girlie, to more mature...

What one item should everyone see in your store? The Ivory and Black Floral Buttons Woven Ribbon Snap Clips are beautiful and unique, and my favorite part? The fabric covered buttons were created by a fellow Etsian!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31834720