Saturday, October 3, 2009
Tricks, Treats, and Parties on Etsy!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
I Made the Etsy Gift Guide!
http://www.etsy.com/gift-guides/entertaining-and-decor/78?&page=2
-Suzanne
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: Have It Confections

4. When did you start selling on Etsy? On September 2nd 20087. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why? My favorite right now is the Belgian Dark Chocolate caramel. It tastes like little chewy brownies. They are amazing.

Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Bliss Features - I'm So Excited!
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Yummy Meets Fabulous!
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Tuesday Night Special - Sept 30
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: Keeping It Simply Sweet
2. What is your shop URL? http://keepingitsimplysweet.etsy.com/
3. What is your blog URL? umm I don't have a blog at the moment.
4. When did you start selling on Etsy? I started hanging out around the first of the year but started selling around the middle of April.

5. What is your favorite thing about Etsy? My customers and all of the friends I have made.
6. What is your favorite thing about what you sell? The fact that I can put a smile on someone's face when they try my items for the first time.
7. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why? Oh lord..I can't choose one thing, everything is great...If I wouldn't eat it...I don't sell it.
8. What teams do you belong to? Cafemom Team

9. What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop? Giving out samples when I first opened...that was fun but crazy..lol
10. What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy? Again I can't pick any one thing...I love bath and body items, jewelry..all of the tutu's. It would be impossible to pick one or two.
11. What do you do in your spare time? I'm still going thru my mom's recipes looking for new recipes to try.
12. What blogs do you follow? I hate to say it but I have not really had time to do that.

13. Do you have anything else you would like to share? I wanted to say thank you for wanting to feature me on your blog. Its people like you that help get our name out and there is no way to really thank someone for doing that.;D
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: Sleepy Hollow Prims

My shop name is Sleepy Hollow Prims (sleepyhollowprims) and I sell mostly Halloween items such as signs, paintings, trinket boxes, and chests. Sometimes an occasional handmade doll if I have the time.
2. What is your shop URL?
http://www.sleepyhollowprims.etsy.com/
3. What is your blog URL?
I don't have a blog. Too busy!!
4. When did you start selling on Etsy?
March 14, 2008

5. What is your favorite thing about Etsy?
Quite frankly, I am a huge fan of their low fees and simple way. I have sold on Ebay for a long time and hopefully will make a complete move to Etsy.
6. What is your favorite thing about what you sell?
I love Halloween and plan for the Autumn and Winter holidays all year. At Easter you can always find me painting my witches!
7. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why?
I love my Sleepy Hollow Inn sign that is painted on a real tree log. It is soooo primitive and rustic. Completely unique and creepy.

8. What teams do you belong to?
HEAT and SSODS
9. What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop?
I belong to my Etsy teams and gosipping with the girls is actually a great way to spread info on new items.
10. What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy?
I love Wiggle Pit Primitives....cutest little Gingerbread Dolls!
11. What do you do in your spare time?
Umm, what's that? I am a stay at home Mom who homeschools my little ones and my luxury is planning what vacation comes next to take me away from the computer!

12. What blogs do you follow?
None at the moment, but definitely will start following yours!
13. Do you have anything else you would like to share?
Monday, September 22, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: bethsingleton

2. What is your shop URL? http://www.bethsingleton.etsy.com/ or http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5136421
3. When did you start selling on Etsy? I joined in April 2007 but didn't list anything until October 2007 when I listed a few items. I made the complete switch from eBay in December 2007 and haven't looked back.
4. What is your favorite thing about Etsy? I love the idea of having a shop instead of having auctions I have to watch. It is the perfect place for me. Etsy attracts the right customers for my product. It's also nice to be able to work from home. I'm still able to manage my household and family responsibilities and bring in an extra income. Life is Good!5. What is your favorite thing about what you sell? I love making glass lampwork beads. My beads tend to be bright, fun and funky. I just love wearing my beads on my Pandora bracelet. It's fun to mix and match them.
6. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why? My most popular items are my large hole bracelet beads. I think people like to collect them, mix them up, change them out to go with different outfits. For me collecting Artisan Pandora and Troll style bracelet beads in like wearing little pieces of art around you wrist. I also have on customer that uses my large hole beads for braided kangaroo leather leads that she makes.7. What teams do you belong to? None. I don't have time for all of that.
8. What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop? I don't know if there is any one thing that works better for me. I do have a custom bumper sticker with my URL and a picture of my beads that I have on my car. I promote on Craigslist, Myspace, Indiepublic, Flickr, Nifty, and even Classmates.com.
9. What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy? My favorites have been dog related items. I bought a stamped "King of Farts" dog tag from this seller: http://www.sudlow.etsy.com/. My yellow lab is actually featured in her picture for this item (he's the one at the bottom left corner) I also bought 3 beautiful dog prints that look just like my 3 dogs from this seller: http://www.dogartstudio.etsy.com/. The 3 prints brighten my studio!
10. What do you do in your spare time? Spare Time? What is that? I don't seem to have much of that these days. I do squeeze in some volunteer work every now and then. We love attending my son's JV Football games. We have about 65 acres of land and when I have time (not lately) I enjoy morning walks with my dogs on the trails. There's plenty of wildlife to be enjoyed on the walks...deer, geese, ducks, and an occasional snake and even a coyote once. I also help out with my mother-in-law that has cancer and dementia which can be very frustrating at times. On bad days I can retreat to my studio, light up my torch and get away from it all.Sunday, September 21, 2008
Super Sunday Special
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15349796
If you would like more than two of these, please let me know and I will update the listing or make a special one just for you. Have fun shopping! -Suzanne
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: kimsmissprissy

Miss Prissy - I sell hairbows, bowboards, bulletin boards, covered button ponytail holders, purses, pillowcase dresses, monogrammed beverage cups and dog bowls.
2. What is your shop URL? http://www.kimsmissprissy.etsy.com/
3. When did you start selling on Etsy? August 25, 2008
4. What is your favorite thing about Etsy? the help and feedback from other Etsy members
5. What is your favorite thing about what you sell? I love the custom things I do because they are more personal and I love that feeling. 6. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why? Other than my hair bows, I would say the bowboards. They are so versatile and can be converted to bulletin boards as the little girls grow. They can be totally customized for a bedroom or bathroom!

7. What teams do you belong to? none at the moment
8. What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop? I love the forums. I also started a blog and have a free Halloween Hairbow drawing. All people have to do is comment and they are entered.
9. What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy? I really love so many shops. They are all so unique and there are so many gifted people on Etsy. I love the soap shops and the knitted items!
10. What do you do in your spare time? I love to read, but mostly in the summer. I am a teacher and I get too caught up in my books to put them down. If I read in the school year, I wouldn't get much else done! Crafting and trying new things. I am always interested in trying some new craft. I love to learn how things are made.
11. Do you have anything else you would like to share? I have a wonderful shop and am adding things often! I am new to Etsy and need to get my name out there. I sell quality items that I would only buy myself or my daughter. I want people to know they can buy with confidence if they choose to purchase an item from me.
Friday, September 19, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: courtneydell

2. What is your shop URL? My shop URL is http://www.courtneydell.etsy.com/
3. When did you start selling on Etsy? I started selling my crafts on Etsy in January 2007.
4. What is your favorite thing about Etsy? I love Etsy! It’s a fun and easy way to sell my crafts. I also enjoy checking out what everyone else is selling.
5. What is your favorite thing about what you sell? I love creating fun, whimsical items people can use to decorate their homes.

6. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why? My favorite item in my shop right now is the vintage bird collage picture frame. I love the old-fashioned look of it.
7. What teams do you belong to? I belong to the Portland Street Team/PDXEtsy. It’s a friendly group of Etsy sellers in the greater Portland, Oregon area.
8. What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop? Being featured in Blisscandles wonderful blog is definitely the most fun thing I have done to promote my shop. Thanks Suzanne!!

9. What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy?
Here are just a few of my favorite items from some very talented Etsy
sellers:
Earrings by Puffluna:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13744885
Bag by Appetite:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13239572
Thank you cards by CecilyInk:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=13272715
Address rubber stamp by Sweetpaperie:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15321528
10. What do you do in your spare time? Read, read, read. I read a lot in my spare time. I work at a library and I am addicted to books.
Three Sales Now Through September 30th
These sales are available on our regular website only at http://www.blisscandles.com
Use the following codes at checkout to get your discount.
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: plumtreestudio

1. What is your shop name and what do you sell? my shop is called plum.tree.studio and i sell appliqued clothing for babies and children. i also have recently started adding some small accessories (for children) to my shop.
2. What is your shop URL? my shop's address is: http://www.plumtreestudio.etsy.com/ ...i also have a blog: http://www.plumtreestudio.blogspot.com/
3. When did you start selling on Etsy? i opened my shop in june of 07
4. What is your favorite thing about Etsy? the thing i love about etsy is seeing all of the creative people out there....i also love to be able to shop for one of a kind objects.
5. What is your favorite thing about what you sell? being able to create whatever i want...
6. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why? i don't know if i really have a favorite right now...i love to make all of them...of course i like to break it up a bit..make a couple Robotic tees...then some Sally tees...throw in a pencil pouch. it makes it more interesting.
7. What teams do you belong to? i do not belong to any teams currently.
8. What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop? i get involved with a variety of craft shows, meeting people from different areas and telling them about my online shop.
9. What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy? my favorites keep getting bigger and bigger every day. there are so many wonderful items on Etsy. i have already started making a Christmas list! here are just a few of my favorites right now:ellainaboutique.etsy.com (i would love to have these clothes!!)
moop.etsy.com (any of these bags...i would love!)
cREaTebyRET.etsy.com (would like the smocked dress plaque for myself..please.)
toocute.etsy.com (the name sums it up...way too cute!)
jenniferramos.etsy.com (love her LOVE prints!)
10. What do you do in your spare time? my husband and i go antiquing... we also go for long walks with our two dogs... enjoy watching documentaries...oh and love to get a good cup of coffee and drink it while reading my favorite blogs.
11. Do you have anything else you would like to share? this is one of the things that i love about etsy...i get to meet wonderful people like you who feature other artists. thank you for showcasing me on your blog!!
September 18th Thirsty Thursday Special!
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: monicaj

Featured Etsy Shop: monicaj
1. My shop name is monicaj and I sell artwork mostly.
2. You can find me at: http://www.monicaj.etsy.com/ I also have a jewelry shop at: http://www.monicajtwo.com/
3. I've had my shop for a little over and year now.
4. There are a lot of things I love about Etsy, hmm, let's see I think my favorite thing about Etsy has to be all the friends that I have made. I am rather addicted to making treasuries, it's so much fun and a great place to socialize. And the people I've met are so nice and friendly.
5. My favorite thing about what I sell is that I am living my dream. I have so many things that I want to create and to sell what I love to do...well, that's my dream job!
6. My favorite item in my shop right now is the World of Flowers in light periwinkle. The colors in the background are very light, its hard to capture the true beauty in a photo.
7. I actually do not belong to any teams, I am not sure why. There are so many that I think I am not sure where to go. This is on my list of things to do.
8. As far as a fun way to promote my shop I have recently purchased buttons from http://www.pipinghotpapers.etsy.com/ with my painting and website on them and it has been fun to give them out. I also have a blog: http://etsylove.ning.com/profile/TheDrawingRoomwithMonicaj?viewAsOther=1
9. Oh, I have a lot of favorites. Where do I begin?
I love DrikaB bags. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15167888
And MichelleMoode's artwork. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15153896
Fray's scarves. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15017490
LeiLiLaLoo's work. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14658015
Elleabelle jewelry. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12666687
Hondamom's bags. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14582804
If I had a little on to buy for it would be humblebea̢۪s dress.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13931657
This dress by kitkitdodge is lovely. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11961662
I could go on and on if you would like to see my complete list of favorites it is in my shop.10. In my spare time I, well. hmm I was going to say I make jewelry. I guess that would considered work but it is another passion of mine. I love spending time with my family. And enjoy doing pilates and yoga. I am a member of a handmade card club. And recently have had rubber stamps made with some of my artwork.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Just Arrived! New Fragrances
We have been doing some very fun fragrance shopping over the last few weeks! Look what just arrived today!!:
- Autumn Spiced Tea - A creamy, seasonal spiced tea type, with a spicy clove/cinnamon and nutmeg top-note, a delicate green tea and ginger middle-note, with a creamy, sugary, milky-vanilla base-note.
- Brown Sugar Cinnamon - Sweet brown sugar kissed with a touch of Cinnamon Spice.
- Coconut Bay (Yankee Type) - Intoxicating scent of wind-swept palms and coconut milk. Wonderful!
- Pink Sugar (Type) - A sweet sugary lemon drop type with citrus top notes, spicy fruity floral middle notes and a sweet vanilla musky base note.
- Southern Praline - Nutty, sweet combination - great for Fall, Kitchen, and Christmas!
Stop in and check them out! http://www.blisscandles.com
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Etsy Shop Feature: Sidheforest

What is your shop name and what do you sell?
My shop name is Sidheforest. And I sell Surreal and Fantasy Paintings in Acrylic, Watercolor and Ink.
What is your shop URL?
http://www.sidheforest.etsy.com
When did you start selling on Etsy?
I joined Etsy in March of this year as a buyer, and began selling this summer.
What is your favorite thing about Etsy?
Oh man! The Talent! Gobs and Gobs of Talent. I was astonished by the sheer spectrum of items I could get expertly made, by the individual who made them!

What is your favorite thing about what you sell?
I get to create my own Universe. I am an Artist. I live with paint in my hair and on my nails. And, I own one dress with no paint on it. ( For now...LOL) So the fact that I can paint all day, then sell what I love keeps me grinning from ear to ear.
What is your favorite item in your own shop and why?
My Favorite item is actually not in my store at the moment. "In the Beginning" . This one will be in the Etsy CO-OP Craft Ad in Nov. and will go on sale Oct 20 th. It can be seen on my EBSQ art page and the Sidheforest Fan site on Facebook. I love this painting because it was the first painting I did the way I wanted, in the colors I wanted, in the style I wanted, and turned out the way I wanted. As an artist I believe that "self" being a part of the art is what sets different artists apart. And "In the Beginning" was when I began to discover my own path.

What teams do you belong to?
I am not on any Etsy teams yet, I've been a bit shy. But, I think I should change that and find myself a team of two to join. Any suggestions? hehe
What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop?
Bragging about how cool Etsy is. Too many people have not heard of Etsy and I love spreading the word. I am also absolutely head over heels for my Moo cards. But, my biggest fun promoting myself is learning to have confidence in me and my work, so that I can talk about it with others.
What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy?
Ok, I can so tell you about my favorites. I will try to make it a short list.
idea2lifestyle.etsy.com , bravegrrl.etsy.com are two of my favorite clothing stops!
oh, and elfland.etsy.com
then of course there's..... figurka.etys.com, buildersstudio.etsy.com, jodieflowers.etsy.com,
And obsoleteworld.etsy.com is one of my most favorite artist on Etsy!
What do you do in your spare time?
This is so easy! Reading, Reading, Reading....LOL I am an avid reader and go through books like potato chips. Early onset Rheumatoid Arthritis has taken away most of my gardening, but not yard sales, building a library, painting, and reading! Oh...and I will bashfully admit to being a bit of a facebook addict. hehe
Do you have anything else you would like to share?
Thank you so much for helping create a wonderful day.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Great Etsy Finds for Fall!
Great Etsy Finds for Fall!
When I think Etsy, I think "fabulous!" I constantly asked people, "Have you checked on Etsy?" Few sites earn the bragging rights that Etsy does. Etsy means community, quality, handcrafted, customer service, gifts, home decor, jewelry, furniture, scrapbooking, beading, soaps, candles, photography, artwork, paintings, watercolor, drawings, primitives, and more, more, more!!!
If you haven't checked Etsy, you simply must! http://www.etsy.com/
Here are some of my favorites for the Fall season.
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Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Featured Etsy Shop: reneesFUNKYcountry

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2. What is your shop URL? http://reneesfunkycountry.etsy.com/
3. When did you start selling on Etsy? I signed up on Etsy in December of 2007 but i didn't start selling until the first part of February 2008...
4. What is your favorite thing about Etsy? Jeepers, that's a HARD question to answer...probably the amazing talent!!!
5. What is your favorite thing about what you sell? Coloring/painting outside the lines!
6. What is your favorite item in your own shop and why? Probably the Personalized Family Name Piece...it's the piece that i know touches the hearts of my customers...it's all about those you LOVE and letting them know!

7. What teams do you belong to? etsy cast and metsy teams
8. What is the most fun thing you do to promote your shop? ART shows because i get to meet my customers and GAB, GAB, GAB!!!
9. What are some of your favorite finds by other sellers on Etsy? I LOOOVE other artists paintings, purses/bags, jewelry, fabric...I could just eat up all my profits on etsy...no problem at all!
10. What do you do in your spare time? I can't get enough of watching my boys at any sport and laughing with my family ....i enjoy cooking, reading, walking, camping, SHOPPING!!!
11. Do you have anything else you would like to share? THANKS TO ALL MY CUSTOMERS WHO ALLOW ME TO LIVE MY DREAM and TO GOD WHO CONTINUES TO BLESS MY WITH IDEAS!
