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Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Halloween Sale Audrey Bracelet - $10.80

Tiny Satin flowers with pearl centers, inlay beads, glass, and mother of pearl beads with brass hardware. Cute and feminine bracelet.



All of my jewelry items shipped ready to give as a gift. Let me know if you want a special note included too!



Other bracelets you might like:

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Halloween Sale Black and White Flower Earings Primula Fabric Flower Earrings Black and White Zebra Colored Post Earrings Gift Under 20 - $4.50

These cute and funky Black and white fabric flowers are perfect way to perk up an outfit ! Light weight and fun!. mounted on Hypoallergenic posts ( nickle-free).

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Halloween Sale Black Heart Cameo Small Victorian Cameo on a Black heart with silver oxidized chain Gift Under 20 dollars - $10.80

This little black cameo is darling and delicate. Hung on a silver plated rhodium chain that has been oxidized.

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I adore tim holtz! :)

Halloween Sale White Silk Wrap Journey Bracelet - $18.00

White Silk Wrap bracelet- with etched charm "journey" the other side of the 1"x 1/2" charm is etched with a lovely floral design. Bali silver bells, and a bali silver bead cap and "s" hook for closure. The bracelet is 34" long. It can be worn as an anklet as well. Versatile, bohemian and makes a great gift!

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Halloween Sale White Silk Wrap Journey Bracelet - $18.00

White Silk Wrap bracelet- with etched charm "journey" the other side of the 1"x 1/2" charm is etched with a lovely floral design. Bali silver bells, and a bali silver bead cap and "s" hook for closure. The bracelet is 34" long. It can be worn as an anklet as well. Versatile, bohemian and makes a great gift!

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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Halloween Sale Victorian Bird Locket Gift Under 20 Dollars Pink Vintage Bird on Copper Victorian Locket with Copper Chain - $13.50

Victorian Bird Locket with pink enameled bird. Hung on a copper 12 inch long chain with a toggle clasp. Lovely addition for your wardrobe, great for layering!

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Halloween Sale Zombie Uncle Sam Gothic Cameo Necklace - $16.20

Perfect for Halloween or everyday wear! This uncle Sam Zobmie Cameo in a vintage style black metal decorated bezel hung by a black ball metal chain is a great addition to your wardrobe!



Necklace Length: 13 -1/2" inches long including charm



Charm: The cameo is 2"x 1 - 3/4"



Great for that Halloween party or just because :)

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Monday, October 29, 2012

Halloween Sale Isabella in Blue - $22.50

I wire wrapped light blue Chalcedony faceted heart briolette gemstone Beads( 8x8mm to 9x9mm), wire wrapped copper on bronze. Then I oxidized them to achieve more contrast, and sealed them with a micro-crystalline glaze to protect the finish. ( I use Renaissance museum wax) These are very light and elegant earrings.



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Ugh! Basement is flooding in Hurricane Sandy! :(

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Craft Show Survival Kit :: Part Two - The Box | Handmadeology

Craft Show Survival Kit :: Part Two - The Box | Handmadeology:

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Halloween Sale Chinook - $27.00

This crab fire agate pendant is reminiscent of salmon skin. One of the salmons we are most familiar with is the Chinook salmon which is in decline. Named after the Chinook tribe in the area of Washington State on the Columbia River. The salmon represents: - value of returning home to regenerate, swimming upstream through emotional waters to gain insight, understanding divination messages, rebirth of spiritual kn...

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Getting Ready for Hurricane Sandy!

Baton Down the Hatches!

In reality.. I have just been making handmade Christmas cards.....

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Halloween Sale China Doll Bracelet domed glass over white and blue paisley pattern Graphic Charm Bracelet Gift Under 20 Dollars - $7.20

This bracelet feathers a blue paisley pattern domed with glass and set into bezels. Antiqued silver finish 7" bracelet. It is adjustable up to 8".

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Halloween Sale Cadence MoonStone - $21.60

I made this pendant using moon stone, and sterling silver plated chain. Then I oxidized it to give it some contrast. In medicinal stone lore Moon stone is said to relieve mental tensions, nervous disorders, eases sensitive stomachs. Hangs 13" inclusive of chain. This pendant is adjustable.



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Halloween Sale Carmen Tuscan Ribbon Necklace - $27.00

The necklace is cream and gold. Necklace measures 21" long including chain. It is adjustable. When worn it hangs just below the collar bone and can be adjusted to hang at the collar bone. The bead is by Rebecca Nunn and part of her adorned life collection which includes beads depicting paintings of the Renaissance masters.

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Halloween Sale Catastrophe - $13.50

Oxidized chains, and glass beads.

Hangs between the collar bone, for just the right statement.





All of my jewelry items shipped ready to give as a gift. Let me know if you want a special note included too!



Other necklaces you might like:

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Friday, October 26, 2012

Halloween Sale Buttercup Bracelet - $10.80

I made this bracelet with the Victorian Lady in mind. Yellow Grossgrain ribbon with brass findings, topped with a silk rose and feathers. Brass chain allows for an adjustable width. Very light weight and elegant!





All of my jewelry items shipped ready to give as a gift. Let me know if you want a special note included too!



Other bracelets you might like:

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Halloween Sale Carved wooden pendant on a ribbon necklace - $18.00

This carved wooden ornament is 3"x3" and the necklace is 9" long. It will sit collar bone level on most individuals.



Please send me a message if you need the necklace longer, on a different chain, or would like a beaded necklace. I love custom orders and we can discuss the pricing and customization via email.

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Halloween Sale Braided Bracelet Denim and Rope with Pink Chain Rope Bracelet Chain Bracelet - $7.20

Braided materials ended with antique silver caps and an adjustable chain. Denim, rope, pink chain, and brown suede make this playful bracelet a great accessory. 7" adjustable.

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Thursday, October 25, 2012

Halloween Sale Bohemian Blue agate Vintage Look Long Layered Necklace and Earring Set - $22.50

Bohemian Blue Crab Agate necaklce and matching earrings created with vintaj brass findings. This is a matching set of a necklace and one pair of earrings.





Necklace Faceted Blue Crab Agate, hangs 12 " long with a lobster clasp in vintaj brass. The necklace is adjustable.

Earrings: Drop Dangle Earrings are 2 " long including the stone. Lightweight.







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Halloween Sale Blue Betty - $10.80

Blue faceted stone with antiqued brass accents hang from a brass chain. these dangles are 2" long.



All of my jewelry items shipped ready to give as a gift. Let me know if you want a special note included too!



More earrings : http://www.etsy.com/shop/chrysallis?section_id=6891427



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 I am researching Cameras.  This could take a while :)

TED talk about Creativity from the Author of EAT PRAY LOVE amazing speech!!



"OLAY TO YOU NONETHELESS!"

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Halloween Sale Black Heart Cameo Small Victorian Cameo on a Black heart with silver oxidized chain Gift Under 20 dollars - $10.80

This little black cameo is darling and delicate. Hung on a silver plated rhodium chain that has been oxidized.

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Halloween Sale Audrey Bracelet - $10.80

Tiny Satin flowers with pearl centers, inlay beads, glass, and mother of pearl beads with brass hardware. Cute and feminine bracelet.



All of my jewelry items shipped ready to give as a gift. Let me know if you want a special note included too!



Other bracelets you might like:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/chrysallis?section_id=7639667

Back to main page:

http://www.ets...

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Halloween Sale Azure Blue Italian Glass Aquamarine Pendant and Earring Set - $17.10

This pendant and earring set is made from Azure Blue Italian Glass set with brass filigree prong bezel settings. The earring wires are antiqued vintaj brass, the necklace wire is coated brass in an antique finish.



Soft and light weight the necklace measures 18" round



The glass pendant : 3/4" high and 1/2" wide

Earings: 3/4" high and 1/2" wide.



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Cruelty Free Shadow box

 Thanks to the Graphic's Fairy I can make a cruelty free shadow box !
 Her tutorial is here :
http://www.graphicsfairy-crafts.com/2012/10/craft-tutorial-how-to-make-moth-shadow.html

Halloween Sale Amber Grace - $18.00

A large 1 1/2 inch swavorski crystal accented with brass filigree, an Austrian crystal in "opal", and two cultured pearls ( one white and one in 'orange sherbert). This necklace hangs on a brass wire with a notched clasp. Comfortable and light to wear.

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Halloween Sale Black Beaded Antiqued Silver Earrings - $4.50

Hand wire wrapped and beaded earrings. Lightweight on a pewter like antique silver finish earring wires.



2" in length and light weight.

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Cowboy Zombie Black Cameo Necklace - $17.00

Cowboy Zombie Black Cameo Necklace. Perfect for Halloween or anytime! :) The cameo is set in a vintage style black metal decorated bezel hung by a black ball metal chain is a great addition to your wardrobe!



Necklace Length: 13 -1/2" inches long including charm



Charm: The cameo is 2"x 1 - 3/4"



Great for that Halloween party or just because :)

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Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Etsy Changes

Etsy  has updated the way that  shoppers browse products.  A lot of people have been leaving etsy due to this and several other changes causing their sales to drop sharply.  After the change my sales have also dropped.  I am concerned - but also doing a lot of things to actively improve my SEO.  ( search engine optimization).
http://www.seroundtable.com/archives/023294.html


 I am also using BETSI to update my items and listings. I will be revamping my products after the holidays-  I am consigning a lot of them downstate, and having craft shows to move inventory.  Throwing money at marketing doesn't always work as I have learned :)  I also don't have a very cohesive style or product-  I make what I feel like learning about and exploring. My paintings aren't cohesive, my jewlery,  I feel like I wouldn't want to do it if I were making similar items. Oh well = I will tackle that later :)

My goal for next year 2013:
- My second silver smithing class
-set up  metal smithing studio/ torch
- hand stamped jewlery  with rivets and soldering
-gem stones
My crafting goal for the next two years 2014 :
become a wholesale supplier



 Here is another article that I found helpful:
http://www.handmadeology.com/advertising-breaking-the-piggy-bank-try-smart-marketing-instead/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+handmadeology%2Ffeed+%28Handmadeology+Today%29

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Halloween Sale Carved wooden pendant on a ribbon necklace - $18.00

This carved wooden ornament is 3"x3" and the necklace is 9" long. It will sit collar bone level on most individuals.



Please send me a message if you need the necklace longer, on a different chain, or would like a beaded necklace. I love custom orders and we can discuss the pricing and customization via email.

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Friday, October 19, 2012

Halloween Sale Dragonfly Dream Hand made Brass and Ribbon Pendant - $18.00

A hand made and hand finished dragonfly brass Charm hangs from Japanese Silk Shimmer ribbon. The necklace ends in brass endcaps in the form of stylized tulips. The necklace is adjustable.



Length: 12" at full length with clasp closed

Dragon fly charm: 1 1/8"*1 1/8" created and hand finished by me, I also filed the corners down so they would be rounded to give a softer effect. <...

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Thursday, October 18, 2012

Halloween Sale Bohemian Blue agate Vintage Look Long Layered Necklace and Earring Set - $22.50

Bohemian Blue Crab Agate necaklce and matching earrings created with vintaj brass findings. This is a matching set of a necklace and one pair of earrings.





Necklace Faceted Blue Crab Agate, hangs 12 " long with a lobster clasp in vintaj brass. The necklace is adjustable.

Earrings: Drop Dangle Earrings are 2 " long including the stone. Lightweight.







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It got creepy :(

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 I shouldn't paint when I am in a dark mood.. everything turns into skulls

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Sales Tax on Etsy and in Paypal...do I need to add it to both? - Discussions - Site Help - Etsy Teams

Sales Tax on Etsy and in Paypal...do I need to add it to both? - Discussions - Site Help - Etsy Teams: "artisanwoodcrafting from artisanwoodcrafting says Edited on Jul 12, 2012
yes, its still correct. etsy checkout overrides paypals tax and shipping calculators. for paypal payments, etsy uses paypal express checkout. paypal designed express checkout to bypass those calculators"

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 This is super helpful! I am gearing up for my first craft show in November.

New hairdo

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 attempting a pinup look that lasted all of 2 hrs.  No matter what my hair does not hold a curl :(

Halloween Sale Black and white triple layer stretch bracelet - $7.20

This bracelet is comy to wear and light weight. Has a lot of give to it so it will fit many wrist sizes. Designed for a 6-8 " wrist. Cute little accessory. :)

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Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Cowboy Zombie Black Cameo Necklace - $17.00

Cowboy Zombie Black Cameo Necklace. Perfect for Halloween or anytime! :) The cameo is set in a vintage style black metal decorated bezel hung by a black ball metal chain is a great addition to your wardrobe!



Necklace Length: 13 -1/2" inches long including charm



Charm: The cameo is 2"x 1 - 3/4"



Great for that Halloween party or just because :)

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Halloween Sale Azure Blue Italian Glass Aquamarine Pendant and Earring Set - $17.10

This pendant and earring set is made from Azure Blue Italian Glass set with brass filigree prong bezel settings. The earring wires are antiqued vintaj brass, the necklace wire is coated brass in an antique finish.



Soft and light weight the necklace measures 18" round



The glass pendant : 3/4" high and 1/2" wide

Earings: 3/4" high and 1/2" wide.



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The Ultimate Guide to SEO for Your Etsy Shop | The Bottom Line

The Ultimate Guide to SEO for Your Etsy Shop | The Bottom Line:

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Halloween Sale Amber and Gold Damask Charm MultiStrand Neckalce - $9.00

This acrylic damask charm, hangs from a multistrand necklace of amber colored czech beads. The length is adjustable and the bead is2"x2".

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Monday, October 15, 2012

Halloween Sale Amber Grace - $18.00

A large 1 1/2 inch swavorski crystal accented with brass filigree, an Austrian crystal in "opal", and two cultured pearls ( one white and one in 'orange sherbert). This necklace hangs on a brass wire with a notched clasp. Comfortable and light to wear.

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Halloween Sale Black Heart Cameo - $10.80

This little black cameo is darling and delicate. Hung on a silver plated rhodium chain that has been oxidized.

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Halloween Sale Black Silk Wrap Journey Bali Silver Charm Yoga Jewlery Bracelet - $18.00

Black Silk Warp Bracelet with Silver Journey Charm, ornamented with Bali silver bells, and bali silver endcaps.



34" long, to wrap around your wrist about 4 times, can also be worn as an anklet

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New Halloween Necklaces!



 I decided to make some fun vintage cameos  with zombies! For this halloween!  Let me know what you think!

Haloween Sale!!

Go to my etsy shope everything is automatically 10% off ! No need for a code! :)


new site

http://qiip.me/design#

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Etsy Shop Banner and Avatar - $8.00

Etsy Shop banner and avatar.

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New Business cards from Moo.com! came today!!




  I received all of my business cards today.  100 facebook cards and an assortment of  minimoo cards that are so cute. I ordered them from moo.com and I am really happy with the products  and quality I get there.  This is my second order- and I am a loyal customer. Great customer service and phenomenal quality of their products! :)    If you order now you get  100 free facebook cards! So awesome! :)


Geometrica - $20.00

Pink glass silver lined bugle beads, with hematite bead accents. The central hematite bead is reminiscent of a double helix. Jewelry meets science. Under an electron microscope hematite resembles small roses. Its quite beautiful microscopically and macroscopically. Hematite has weak magnetic properties, and was thought to have healing powers by Native Americans. It was also used frequently in Victorian-era jewelr...

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Friday, October 12, 2012

Cobalt Collar - $25.00

Blue Czech bugle beads woven on a loom, with added bead fringe. Perfect for prom, or special occasions when you want that different piece no one else has.



All of my jewelry items shipped ready to give as a gift. Let me know if you want a special note included too!



Other necklaces you might like:

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Thursday, October 11, 2012

Kimono Buddha Yoga Bracelet with vintage rhinestones and garnets - $30.00

Purple Kimono cording with vintage pink rhinstone and granet semi precious stone chips with crystal. Silver Buddha Charm with silver Ohm sign, and garnet chip with a chinese crystal bead. An eclectic mix that makes a statement.

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Fly Away Sparrow Necklace with Candy Colored Glass Beads - $25.00

This necklace is a balance between chunky handmade glass beads and delicate vintaj brass wire. I hand etched the metal bird charm and buffed it for a slight muted aged look.



Necklace Length: 14" including charm and tassel,

without bird charm and tassel the necklace lenth is: 10.5"



Bird Charm :1"x1"



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Green Buddha Earrings - $15.00

Vintage malachite green lucite Buddha beads 1" tall depicting Buddha on both sides of the bead, with a vintaj brass 1" chain dangle. Total length of earrings 2"

Very light weight!



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Great videos from the crater of Scouty Girl on Etsy Labs!

 How to make money with your hobby and passions and be ok with that! :)  How to price your products and profit!

Watch live streaming video from etsy at livestream.com

Amazon.com: The Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally, and On-Line (9781603424776): Kari Chapin: Books

Amazon.com: The Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally, and On-Line (9781603424776): Kari Chapin: Books:

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  This book is just awesome! Got it last year and read it while in school!.  Kept my inspirations up and  has helped my sales!

Great article about branding



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One of my designs was featured in a treasury! :)







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Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Crystal and Sterling Necklace and Earring Set - $25.00

Chinese Crystals and Sterling silver fluted tube beads make this necklace an eye catcher. There are many colors in this necklace: orange, amber, yellow, green , silver, red and purple!



The necklace is 10" long at full length. it is adjustable. Closure is a sterling silver lobster clasp.

The matching earrings are light weight and really sparkle. Great gift set!

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Tuesday, October 9, 2012

White Silk Wrap Journey Bracelet - $20.00

White Silk Wrap bracelet- with etched charm "journey" the other side of the 1"x 1/2" charm is etched with a lovely floral design. Bali silver bells, and a bali silver bead cap and "s" hook for closure. The bracelet is 34" long. It can be worn as an anklet as well. Versatile, bohemian and makes a great gift!

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