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Flashback Monday(12/17)

Originally posted on March 18th, 2009 and entitled 'WooHoo, My First Sale!!'

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I think the title says it all :D :D :D

Yesterday, I made my first Etsy sale, and may I say, I flipped my lid! I was crawling all over the place getting things ready to mail today and writing a little thank you note to put in the package. It felt SO good to actually have made my first sale. I thought for awhile there that my stuff just wasn't going to sell, but I think that's every newbie's fear.

Now that I made my first sale, I'm more confident. I think the sale gave me the confidence I need to continue on.

So my advice for people who still haven't gotten a sale, or haven't had a sale in awhile is be patient(yeah, I know. Patience is a virtue) and just have fun with it. Eventually, you will make a sale and then your attitude will be renewed!

I know this is a short post, but I just had to share my good fortune and my advice with all of you.

Flashback Monday(12/10)

Originally posted on March 14th, 2009

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This morning when I woke up, I was feeling a bit down. Everything that has happened this past week has taken everything I had stored out of me and to tell you the truth, it's a bit sad that it's all over.

But I didn't spend more then five minutes feeling like that because my mum snuck in and gave me a white plastic bag with something in it (Yeah, I know bad for the environment. We will work on it)! Well, to my renewed surprise, I had forgotten I asked her to peruse a garage sale for jewelry for me and I got my wish :D

Of course, this gave me my next blog idea! Upcycling =]

Different people have their different ideas and ways of creating things whether it be to buy the stuff new or make everything out of expensive materials, but NO MA'AM, not me. First of all, I don't have the cash to do that(I'm a college student for goddess sakes) and second, I could buy all new, but where would the character be?! I like to look at something I want to use and see its past. See all the nicks and scratches that make up the piece because those are what gives it it's life! Each piece has a story and who are we to deny it and throw away what we see as 'junk'?

This is exactly why I fancy myself and old soul. I enjoy shopping second hand and seeing what treasures I can find. Even before going green because a statement, I was the one shopping in a Goodwill or Salvation army and wandering up the isles of a lonely antique building.

My message is a seemingly simple one today. Go to a garage sale or Salvation army and see what you can find that interests you. Pick it up and hold it. Imagine what it was like in another life and what it could be for you. You will be proud of yourself for not only helping the environment(and your pocketbook), but that you gave something a new lease on life. When that's done, go ahead and tell me about it because I would love to hear!

Now I am off to sit outside in the beautiful spring weather!!

Krafty Max Originals Special Deal!

Get a jump on your holiday shopping with this incredible opportunity courtesy of Max of Krafty Max Originals handcrafted jewelry!

Until the end of the year, she's offering more bang for your buck-Just take a look at this deal....

If the promise of extra money doesn't entice you, just feast your eyes on some of the absolutely gorgeous items in her shop. She's truly one incredibly talented jewelry designer, that's for sure!

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Items in Post: 

Top Left: Zaira Teal Free Form Beadwoven Necklace with Silver Plated Beads

Top Right: Green Pine Cone and Acorn Swarovski iPhone or Smart Phone Charm

Bottom Left: Ballerina Girl Beadwoven OOAK Bracelet

Bottom Right: Carnelian Leaf and Swarovski Crystal Necklace Set

Disclaimer: I was compensated for the above post. All opinions expressed above are 100% mine and mine alone unless otherwise stated.  My opinions are strictly informative; please make sure to do your own research into a company and/or particular product before committing to purchasing.

RazzleDazzleME-Oh-My!

Do you remember the feature I did for Roslyn of RazzleDazzleMe on Etsy? 

(If not, check it out HERE)

I SO enjoyed putting it together and drooling looking through her beautiful creations that when everything was said and done, she was so sweet enough to send me something from her shop!

I was stunned and quite excited if I do say so myself ^.^

Behold, the awesomeness that is the ear cuff I received....

I  love it! I love it! I love it! I love it!

:)

Treasury Galor

Here are some more treasures to feast your eyes on! 

Oh My! Libre! by anestamboy

Sweet dreams #2 by LeeMarina

the (owl) dreaming by AveryBethDesigns

Cool Autumn by ReddApple

Shades of Autumn by SimplyCuteBoutique

7th BSBP Dates Announced!

As if that title doesn't strike absolute giddiness into any jewelry designer and bead lover's heart already, let this post just amplify the pure excitement of the announcement!

Lori Anderson's 7th Bead Soup Blog Party is in the works and all us jewelry lovers knew after the 6th BSBP was over, her next one was going to be set sometime early next year; no more anticipation because the dates have just been formerly announced by Lori herself....

After participating in the 6th BSBP (my first of Lori's infamous parties), I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of the next one! I had SO much fun the last time and just can't wait to have that much fun again.

I wonder if this one will bridge more than 400 people?

I've Been Interviewed & Featured!

I've done a lot of artist and crafter features in the past and I've brought that over with me to my "new" business blog because I really, truly enjoy writing about and showcasing other people and their passions!

What I'm NOT used to is being featured and interviewed myself o.O

Now I understand the overjoyed and complete and utter excited feeling because I've been featured over on a fellow artist's website, Sarah C. Pilon: Writing, Doodling and Everything Inbetween! Not only that, but I'm the first of her newest Etsy Superstar Series. 

Talk about feeling special!

If you can head over and take a gander at my interview and possibly leave a little comment, I'd love you forever and ever! ^.^

You can view it HERE. 

Make sure to come back tomorrow because I will be interviewing and featuring Sarah on MY website!

Eternally Grateful--RazzleDazzleMe

Welcome to TEE Jewelry Roslyn of RazzleDazzleMe on Etsy!

"My grandmother was a beautiful seamstress. I hated sewing. My mother could crotchet and knit, but they made me tense. My husband and brother were master woodworkers, but the lathe and saws scared me. My other brother could paint. I draw like a five year old."

A retired teacher who still works part time with testing students, Roslyn lives with her husband in Chattanooga, Tennessee and the above quote was taken directly from her About Me page, which starts her artist journey better than I could have ever written it!

Even though she tried several times and didn't quite find her crafting 'forte', eventually her husband would drag her to a jewelry class to which she told him, "I would go, but I would not get hooked on it."

Guess what? 

"From the first lesson 2 1/2 years ago, I was addicted and have made jewelry almost every day since."

If you take a look through her shop, she has quite a lovely collection of jewelry, mostly pierced and non-pierced ear cuffs, ear pins, and cartilage earrings made of everything from chains and feathers to gold filled wire and charms. Her favorite things to work with, though, are sterling silver and swarovski crystals.

Like many of us artists, Roslyn sells her wares because she would have way too much of it if she decided to keep it all! That and it's exciting when someone likes something you've made enough to actually buy it--"I am grateful for every customer I have ever had," which is quite a lot! 3,287 sales since March of 2010, and that's just through Etsy.

Advice from Roslyn: "The best advice I could give crafters who want to sell is to work hard and keep changing and growing. I remember that I did not want to sell online because I did not know how to ship my items. Now when I tackle something new and feel nervous, I realize that in a month or so, I will be very comfortable with it. It takes a lot of work to sell online and you have to have the time and dedication to be successful at all."

Things to keep in mind about Roslyn and her jewelry:

*She loves working with customers to create a very special piece of jewelry, so custom orders are definitely available!

*Make sure to like RazzleDazzleMe on Facebook and follow on Twitter @roslynla.

*Also, don't forgot Roslyn's Pinterest and Google+ account!

*For payment, shipping, and other important need-to-know information, make sure to check out her Shop Policies Page.

Thank you to Roslyn of RazzleDazzleMe for taking the time out of her schedule to grant me this lovely interview and feature! I'm thrilled to have had her on the website!

If you're interested in seeing a review of Roslyn's jewelry, head on over to the Fall Fashionista Event on Insignificant at Best! There's even talks of a giveaway that's going to happen *winkwink*






Items in Post:

Purple Rooster Feather Ear Cuff Wrap Earrings

Sterling Swarovski Crystal and Cream Pearl Cartilage Ear Cuff Wrap

Antiqued Silver Non-Pierced Owl Ear Cuff

Truly Humbled & Smilin' Ear to Ear

One of my good bloggy friends I've known for awhile, Cathy of Cathy Kennedy's Blog, humbled me and made me grin like a fool with a beautiful review of the custom bracelet she hired me to create for her, which, I must say was an absolute pleasure to do and such a fun experience! 

She's such a kind and wonderful friend to me and I'm so happy I got a chance to meet her ^.^

If you would be so kind, please head over to her website, check out the review, and possibly have a look around!

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Check it out HERE!

P.s. There's a 20% off coupon code good for use in both of my shops as an incentive ;)

Some Treasuries

Since I don't have a lot of handcrafted items listed, most of the treasuries I'm included in are involve my vintage pieces. 

Regardless, I'm thankful for being included in each and every one of them :)

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Bits and Peaches by Doojies on Etsy

Black, blue and diamond-shaped by Lindsey

September Flower-The Aster :) by KimberlyTurnbullArt on Etsy

Can you pick out my item in each treasury?

Bead Soup Sneak Peek--Shhhhh....

Can you see it!?

Make sure to come back to see the necklace in all it's beautiful glory ;)

(veeeeeery soon)

If you need a reminder on what downright delicious looking soup I got, head HERE.

Tealwater Designs Triple Giveaway!

I'm all up for a good giveaway, especially when it involves beads or beading material of any kind. 

Hey, I have to get my "nicer" supplies somewhere, right!?

Thanks to Cory of Tealwater Designs, I have an option to win one of several lots she's giving away!

Just take a gander and what you and I could win....

 Can't forget these absolutely gorgeous silks!

And of course for those who don't bead or can't use the supplies, she thought of you guys, too with this beautiful pair of earrings!

So, my question to you all know is what the heck are you waiting for? 

Enter Here!

Ends Saturday, September 8th.

6th Bead Soup Blog Party

I was just informed by a close friend and SEO wizardress (yes, a wizardress equates to a female wizard) that having duplicate posts on both of my blogs was a HUGE No-No in Google's eyes and I potentially could have had some bad ramifications because of it.

So in order to avoid said ramifications, I went ahead and deleted my bead soup posts on this blog for two main reasons:

1. Google's wrath.

2. I committed to the party with my other blog, so I'm going to see it through with that one!

That doesn't mean I can't collect the links to all my other posts about the party and sum everything up for you here though. So, without further adieu, I give you my 6th Bead Soup Party blog post collection:



Bead Soup Blog Party & an Intro

Meet Lori of Lori's Glassworks! 

Care for Some Soup Anyone?

6th Bead Soup Blog Party: The Reveal 



Make sure to keep checking back for additions to the link list as the party continues and my reveal date draws near!