Sunday, May 13, 2012

Treasuries

Creating Etsy treasuries can become an addictive past time. In the past week I have created three!
It is relaxing as well as a creative outlet. It is a challenge to find great items to match the theme. Here are my most recent ones:
  

'Challenge #49 My Best Friend's Wedding'

Romantic / Bridal / Weddings / Off White Bridal Pillbox / Feather Flower / Full Side Blusher Birdcage Veil (Haute Couture) - EllaGajewskaBRIDAL
Romantic / Bridal / Wed...
$149.00
Wedding jewelry. Bridal Cuff bracelet in Ivory and gold. Hand embroidered. - EgyptianInspirations
Wedding jewelry. Bridal...
$62.00
Butter Yellow Chrysanthemums Lilac Cabbage Garden Roses Lush Bridal Bouquet - ExpressionsFloral
Butter Yellow Chrysanth...
$89.95
Bridal Dress Sash  White And Ivory Delicate Belt Design - carellya
Bridal Dress Sash Whit...
$39.00
Large Tuxcedo Bib - Laura4ca
Large Tuxcedo Bib
$12.00
Heart Earrings - Gold Heart Stud - 24k Gold plated - TheUrbanLady
Heart Earrings - Gold H...
$14.99
Beaded Brooch . Beadwoven Mother of Pearl . Genuine Pearls . White and Light Lavender  - White Mandala by enchantedbeads on Etsy - enchantedbeads
Beaded Brooch . Beadwov...
$49.00
Honeymoon Romance Handcrafted Artisan Soap - DallasSoapCompany
Honeymoon Romance Handc...
$6.00
Two strand necklace made of Mother of Pearl, Apatite, and sterling silver - HollyMackDesigns
Two strand necklace mad...
$250.00
Unique Creamy white bridal hair flower burned Gardenia - seragun
Unique Creamy white bri...
$43.00
White Floral Lace Scarf With Fringed Leaves, Spring Trends, Mothers Day Gift, Wedding - mediterraneanlights
White Floral Lace Scarf...
$16.90
Gold Hug Ring Wire Wrapped - MysticalMoonDesigns
Gold Hug Ring Wire Wrap...
$37.00
Custom Initials Wedding Art Illustration - 8x10 -Heart Tree -  Love Birds - Polka Dots - Wedding Gift - MaybeSparrowDesigns
Custom Initials Wedding...
$20.00
Scottish Sea Glass Jewelry, Bridesmaid Necklaces - MommysDream
Scottish Sea Glass Jewe...
$140.00
Purple crochet earrings with hollow form silver flowers and copper crochet  jewelry - riorita
Purple crochet earrings...
$52.00
Purple Rose Victorian Beaded Necklace w Pearl and Glass Beads - Reverie in Indigo - MysticWynd
Purple Rose Victorian B...
$21.31


'Polka dotty' by bluewhitejewelrywear

Couture Kentucky Derby Fascinator Hat Polka Dot - ffortissimo
Couture Kentucky Derby ...
$179.00
Set Of 3 cupcake BLACK AND WHITE great for Theme party decoration bakery decoration white icing and  polka dot black and white liner - shimrita
Set Of 3 cupcake BLACK ...
$32.99
Ruby Red Rose Pillow on Black with White Polka Dot Pillow - bedbuggs
Ruby Red Rose Pillow on...
$26.00
Wristlet Clutch in Red White Polka Dots with Black Bow - PoshPursesBoutique
Wristlet Clutch in Red ...
$20.00
Cupcake Pedestal Plate Bright Red White Polka Dots Pottery - CenteredClayWorks
Cupcake Pedestal Plate ...
$35.00
Set of 8 Hot Pink, Black and White  - Polka Dots - Hand Painted Knobs - dreamscapedesigns
Set of 8 Hot Pink, Blac...
$28.00
Stiletto Shoe Tape Dispenser / Black Polka Dots on Red Platform Stiletto Heel - ME2Designs
Stiletto Shoe Tape Disp...
$20.00
retro apron I LOVE LUCY .... retro red black polka dot full apron fifties sexy hostess gift vintage inspired flirty womens apron - loverdoversclothing
retro apron I LOVE LUCY...
$28.50
Vintage Polka Dot Mad Men Wiggle Sun Dress Mad Men - ClementinesBoutique
Vintage Polka Dot Mad M...
$40.00
Kiln Fired Good Morning Mustache Mug and Bowl Breakfast Set Red Polka Dots- Handpainted - kaoriglass
Kiln Fired Good Morning...
$25.00
Set of 25 Large Black Polka Dot- Pink Polka Dot - or Zebra Print  Gable Top Boxes - justalittlefavor
Set of 25 Large Black P...
$35.00
Red With Black Polka Dot Scarf - QsVintage
Red With Black Polka Do...
$5.25
Vintage Polka Dot Peep Toe Vero Cuio Pump - etseebetsee
Vintage Polka Dot Peep ...
$32.00
Galvanized Metal Bucket Retro Red and White Polka Dot Newborn Baby Photo Prop - BroddersTubs
Galvanized Metal Bucket...
$28.00
Girls Dress Vintage Spotty  Polka Dot Red White Size 2 OOAK Retro Mod - apieceofpie
Girls Dress Vintage Spo...
$57.00
High waisted  polka dot swimsuit xs-xL - meshalo
High waisted polka dot...
$69.99


'The Ladies of Downton Abbey' by bluewhitejewelrywear


Titanic 1900s Downton Abbey Edwardian Mary Day Tea Gown Dress RESERVED for Kiserai 2nd Payment - MattiOnline
Titanic 1900s Downton A...
$155.00
Downton Abbey Cross Stitch Pattern - cottagenestinteriors
Downton Abbey Cross Sti...
$8.95
Downton Abbey Inspired One Inch Bottle Cap Images-2 - LittleMonkeyDigital
Downton Abbey Inspired ...
$2.00
Edwardian Hunting Outfit Riding Habit Size 8 Medium/Large- Downton Abbey, Titanic, Victorian - finnmoxa
Edwardian Hunting Outfi...
$90.00
sale Sew 1920s Downton Abbey Frocks - Easy - Make your own 1920 Dress Patterns and MORE PDF e-Booklet - eVINTAGEpatterns
sale Sew 1920s Downton ...
$4.24
Downton Abbey inspired Framed Cameo Magnet Fashener Brooch (one-of-a-kind) - Fasheners
Downton Abbey inspired ...
$22.50
Countess Edwardian Pearl Earrings - Inspired by Downton Abbey - StudioRegency
Countess Edwardian Pear...
$35.00
vintage English porridge bowl and creamer - fadedsimplicity
vintage English porridg...
$21.00
Wide Brim Hat for Women Downton Abbey 1920's Fashion Hat Light Blue Fur Felt w Black Lace - TheMillineryShop
Wide Brim Hat for Women...
$255.00
Downton Abbey's The Right Honourable Violet Crawley, Countess of Grantham Watercolor Painting - ScottChristianSava
Downton Abbey's The...
$150.00
Silk Satin, Evening 1920's Downton Abbey wedding Dress - SarinaPoppy
Silk Satin, Evening 192...
$210.00
Victorian Cameo Portrait Plaque Victorian Decor Gold Rose Frame - rustandreliques
Victorian Cameo Portrai...
$23.00
Original Downton Abbey Sketch Card of Lady Edith Crawley ACEO - chrismeeks1
Original Downton Abbey ...
$12.00
A Rosina Wild Flowers Fine Bone China Rosina Tea Cup and Saucer - JimmyVintage
A Rosina Wild Flowers F...
$18.00
Downton Abbey Style Vintage French Shoes - VariedTreasures
Downton Abbey Style Vin...
$45.00
Original Downton Abbey Sketch Card of Anna Bates ACEO - chrismeeks1
Original Downton Abbey ...
$12.00

BESTeam Feature: Beader Bubbe

Beader Bubbe is a busy grandmother who creates handmade jewelry for her Etsy shop! She is looking forward to the day she can retire and devote more time to making jewelry ( I can totally relate to that).  Agnes enjoys experimenting with a variety of mediums such as polymer clay, natural stones, paper beads, silver, and stamping.

I love these sterling silver earrings with little turquoise beads.

Black and white are always in style and this necklace is a classic piece which will never go out of style. It has a tribal look to it as well, which is one of the latest fashion trends. It is made of various sized clay beads.

Black and White Necklace
 
Here are the matching earrings to wear with the necklace - barrel shaped black & white clay beads with wire wraps to make  long dangling earrings.
Black and White Earrings


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Sunday, May 6, 2012

BESTeam Feature:Dee Dee Dzyn

DeeDeeDzyn 's shop showcases unique handmade jewelry.  Although Delia currently lives in Baltimore, Maryland, she was born and raised in South Africa.  The South African culture has been influential in her designs for her jewelry. The Arabian Night Necklace is a colorful reflection of her early years. It's a piece that will add a bit of drama to your wardrobe!
Although the wooden beads in this necklace are from the Philippines, the necklace has an African look! The colors range from beige, cream, tan, and brown.  It's a great neutral piece that will can be worn often.
Wooden Glory Beaded Necklace
Delia's beautiful pieces are made from polished and unpolished stones, crystals, glass beads and metal components.  Her necklaces add a statement to a range of outfits from casual to formal.  Need a gift for Mom? Stop by DeeDeeDzyn and you will surely find the perfect necklace and/or bracelet - and you will probably find a little something for yourself!

Monday, April 30, 2012

BESTeam Feature: Redemption Art

Aloha! Let's visit Redemption Art's etsy shop this week.  I love visiting this eclectic vintage shop which is located in the beautiful state of Hawaii. Connie has a knack for finding treasures from all over the world on this paradise island! I always gravitate to her Asian finds. Connie mentions that Chinese immigrants arrived in Hawaii around the late 1700's. By the mid 1800's, they had found a settlement in downtown Honolulu.
Here's a gorgeous sea foam green vintage Chinese cloisonne dish. The color combinations of sea foam green and the pink of the peonies create a striking look.


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 Here is a vintage Chinese green Porcelain glazed pottery jar that was unearthed in downtown Honolulu.  It is about about 80 years old, possibly older, and in very good condition.

This is a vintage magical Dragon Bracelet made of mixed metals. In Asian cultures dragons are considered auspicious and will bring good luck,wealth and prosperity.  This is a unique piece that just might bring some good luck your way!

So stop by and have a look around - check back often as new items are added regularly.

Sunday, April 22, 2012

BESTeam Feature: Absolutely Kismet

Absolutely Kismet has been a long time member of the Besteam!  She began creating her own wine charms, stitch markers, and jewelry when she could not find the right gifts for family and friends. Everything she found was too basic or too expensive. So she created her own and personalized them for each recipient, who loved her creations! If you need  a unique and customized gift, look no more.
I love the Alphabet Wine Charms! These can be customized so all the letters are the same color to match your decorating style.

You'll also find a selection of glass beaded necklaces and bracelets. The Bright Orange Necklace is a hot color this spring, according to the fashionistas at Pantone - Tangerine Tango - will be popping up everywhere. 

Necklace - Bright Orange Shell 17.5"/44.5cm

The Clear Glass Bracelet is the perfect accessory as it goes with everything! Wear it alone or add it to your other bangles and bracelets for an arm party!

Clear Glass Beaded Bracelet 8in/20cm

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Saturday, April 21, 2012

BESTeam Feature: Boretto Art

Boretto Art's shop has a fabulous collection of original acrylic paintings and fine art prints.  The artists' love of color and passion for art is evident in this Etsy gallery.  Inspiration is derived from their rich surroundings. The paintings are acrylics on canvas or wood using a unique palette knife technique. This artistic Australian based couple have paintings of the classic sites of Australia - Manly Beach, Sydney Opera House, The Rocks, Sydney Harbour. 
There are also paintings of scenes from Rome, Paris, Greece, and New York.    
I love New York-Original Painting - acrylic on canvas - new york - cityscape- colourful - art -texture-unique-american art -colorful art
Rome - Original Painting - Acrylic on canvas- abstract art- cityscape- rome scene- yellow & black-amazing art-colorful art -home decor
 They also feature some still-lifes and modern works. I love these flowers and geishas!
 You can visit Boretto Art at Etsy as well as at their website, and Facebook.

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Friday, April 6, 2012

Besteam Feature - Necklaces!

Joy Flower, Patty's Dream Designs, and Yankee Burrow Creations are featured this week! All three shops have a great variety of handcrafted  items ! All three have beautiful collections of jewelry - take a look at these delicious necklaces!


Here's Joy's Gold Wire- Wrapped Crystal Pendant with a Gold Chain - it is an original silk painting that has been transferred to a faceted crystal pendant and set with abalone and faceted smokey quartz beads.  So original and so unique! Joy also creates beautiful hand painted silks - but you are going to have to click on over to her shop to see for yourself!

Patty has been busy creating her jewelry collection! Here is a beautiful Jade Necklace with Glass Beads..  It's so soft and feminine- perfect for spring!  Patty's shop is full of lovely handcrafted necklaces, earrings, bracelets, lanyards, and matching sets.

Debbi and Amanda are the talented mother/daughter team at Yankee Burrow Creations who create handcrafted fashion, jewelry, and home decor accessories.  

  African beaded necklace, brown and green
Here is a gorgeous African Beaded Necklace in greens and browns! It is a combination of beads, wood and silver - rich in color and texture!

The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others' Etsy shops by writing WEEKLY features on our blogs. For those that have them, we encourage use of Twitter Accounts and Facebook Fanpages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members! If you are interested in joining, please CLICK and apply!

Sunday, March 18, 2012

Zen

Time for a little bit of ZEN in the blogosphere, and these three BESTeam shops from Etsy can help you achieve a little nirvana.  First, Ancient Oils has an amazing collection of aromatherapy for physical and psychological wellness. This Meditation Oil will start you on a journey within to connect with your Higher Self.

Meditation oil - Higher Self blend               10 ml

There is nothing like a beautiful sunrise or sun set to help you relax and find an inner peace. Wearing this lovely Three Strand Golden Sunrise necklace by DeeDee Dzyns might help you achieve a bit of inner peace.


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Mountains are also known for instilling a little Zen.  Empty on the Inside features beautiful hand painted cards - that are empty on the inside so you can create and personalize your messages.
Share your thoughts of inner peace with a special person with this mountain cards.

Trees Blank Greeting Card, Mountains and Trees Blank Greeting Card, Hand-painted Greeting Card,Timberline


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Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Hawaiian Get-Away

Time for a little vacation and I am thinking a virtual trip to Hawaii is in order for our BESTeam members and fans.   
 Redemption Art has unique vintage Hawaiian pieces to set the mood ... 
This vintage coconut shell has a variety of practical and decorative uses!  Use it as a ring holder, a soap dish, and it looks great with a flower or a little candle.
Hawaiian Coconut Shell Cup Primitive Vintage Hand Made

Hawaii and hulas are almost synonomous ! This is a vintage Vargas Pin up Girl from WWII. Alberto Vargas was a Peruvian artist known for his pin-up girls.

Vargas Hula Girl Circa WWII

 Here's a wonderful picturesque guide to Hawaii's indigenous, native and imported and endangered species of birds. A great find for the bird watcher!

Flowers are the perfect fashion accessory in Hawaii. Flores del Sur has a colorful collection of flowers to wear in your hair or attach to your clothes.
 These bright and colorful flowers can be attached to your favorite projects - hairbands, clips, dresses, t-shirts, or bags.  Not feeling crafty?  

Poppy Pin Brooch Fabric - Orange
 This orange poppy brooch is ready to go - just pin on your favorite item - like a straw hat!
Fabric Poppy Headband - Red with black net, with glass beads
 Brush your hair and add this red headband - you are ready to go!
2 Hair Pins Rolled Ribbon in Fuchsia, Violet and Gray

 These fuchsia hair clips will add a little Hawaiian pizazz to your beach or evening attire!
   I hope you are now in a Hawaiian frame of mind. Stop by and visit these awesome Etsy shops! 
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Sunday, March 4, 2012

Dance into Spring


Pantone has been the global color authority of fashion for over 18 years. This spring look for Tangerine Tango, Solar Power, Bellflower, Cabaret, Cockatoo, Margarita, Sweet Lilac, and Starfish. Wear these colors separately or mix and match them.  Stop by ShopStyle and browse all the latest clothing in these spring colors.  Hate shopping for clothes, don't want to spend the money to update your wardrobe, or maybe you just want a little something to feel fashion forward, take a peek at these versatile necklaces and bracelets:
Many of these have been added to my etsy shop, and the rest will be uploaded this week.