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Karin creativechaos Boy oh boy.....

Look at the Etsy Cottage Style site! I leave on vacation for a few days and the whole place changes on me! It looks great! Sorry I've been mia lately. I went up to San Jose for my niece's graduation. Had two days to recover before my sister and other niece came in to town for a week to visit. Spent the next week as a tourist in my town....

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Posted by Karin creativechaos on July 5, 2008 at 1:37pm — 1 Comment

Southern Lady's Vintage Painted Glassware

Several years ago I had a love of painting on glass and actually sold to several of the gift shops in my local and surrounding areas. I really enjoy painting on glass, though I have to admit that it took me a while to get used to painting on such a slick surface. But once I di… Continue

Posted by Southern Lady's Vintage on July 4, 2008 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Sherry Wishing Happiness to Our American Ladies

Wishing all our American ladies a very Happy 4th of July holiday. Enjoy your time with family and friends! Continue

Posted by Sherry on July 4, 2008 at 10:33am — No Comments

Lynn The Lilac Fairy

Love Fairies? I have just posted this sweet little miniature plate on the Sneak Peak Thread for July 2nd, come on over and see what's happening and what the starting bid is :) http://etsycottagestyle.ning.com/forum/topic/show?id=2001776%3ATopic%3A39951 Lynn Continue

Posted by Lynn on July 2, 2008 at 12:45pm — No Comments

Marcela Cavaglieri And the winner is.....

The names were in, the bowl was almost full and using the old but always reliable "Hand in the Bowl" method, we picked our first winner!!

We are happy to announce that JillzWhimzy from Lima, OH. will be receiving our Personalized Garden Collage!!!!… Continue

Posted by Marcela Cavaglieri on July 1, 2008 at 4:30pm — 1 Comment

Kat Fuller Lighthouse ATC'S

Here are the atc's I sent out with my swap!! And another pic of that cute little crab, He was so much fun to make!!

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Posted by Kat Fuller on July 1, 2008 at 9:19am — 4 Comments

Gabreial 20% off Advertisements for Vintage Indie & the Indie Wedding Guide Front Page.

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Posted by Gabreial on June 30, 2008 at 2:43pm — No Comments

Char HUMBLED TO SAY THE LEAST, THANKYOU SO MUCH

I had a topic picked out to blog about this week, one that I thought was pretty interesting, at least to me. All that has to wait until next week because of the kindness of people I have never met in person. My title says it all, humbled to say the least, and very honored to have friends nominate me for "featured member of the week." I don't know who you are, but you do. Thankyou does not seem enough, and you will never really know how much I appreciate this. What a wonderful way to wake up and… Continue

Posted by Char on June 30, 2008 at 1:56pm — 2 Comments

Gail Schmidt Monthly Contest Added to New Blog

Tuesday, July 1, will see the first Challenge Contest at our new blog Mind Wide Open! If you stop by the blog we now have a subscriber box up and that's an easy way to get an email reminder every time we post a new Contest. Which will be the first of each month! Not only do you get a challenge but the winner receives a $20.00 shopping spree at Shabby Cottage Studio and free shipping. Our prices are so reasonable you can find some good fun for $… Continue

Posted by Gail Schmidt on June 26, 2008 at 10:28pm — 1 Comment

Kat Fuller Well I've gone and Done it

I've just listed most of my Etsy shop on ebay as well, I cant stand the fact that my things are just sitting around I really want them to see the light of day!! Any Hoo go check it out, By the way ebay is waaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyy more complicated than etsy and I dont like it as much but you do get more traffic, plus I listed all my items for CHEAP!!! I already have bids! That way I can put the new Halloween and Fall items in Etsy soon, I kind of look at the 2 shops like this... Etsy is a Beautiful V… Continue

Posted by Kat Fuller on June 26, 2008 at 10:00am — 1 Comment

Carolyn Sale In My shop !

I have decided to have a sale in my shop To make way for new items after my summer break !! And it`s getting crowded in my craft room - i need more space !! Items have 20% off , excluding shipping costs , and combined shipping items have 10% off . On multiple items , shipping will be adjusted for you . The custom banners i do are at $12 ( usual price $16 ) My sale is from today 26th June , and runs through to 5th july , before i go a… Continue

Posted by Carolyn on June 26, 2008 at 4:00am — 1 Comment

RicRacSally I'm a Very Spoiled Girl!

So lookie what I got in the mail yesterday :)

All the way from the UK! Carolyn and I did a "trade" a week ago, and she had me send the trade item to her good friend here, Rhonda. But I "owed" Carolyn a prize for finally guessing my favorite band, and she was sending me the pink t… Continue

Posted by RicRacSally on June 24, 2008 at 4:28pm — 3 Comments

Lynn What I used to do :)

I havn't blogged here in a long time, probably because my regular blog shows on the left hand side here if you ever want to visit :) I am actually on a blog break right now and a bit of a computer break too, so Tiff and Sherry have been doing most of the work around here the last several days. (Love you guys) Well tonight I was looking at Deb's page and she had some nice pixel drawn graphics which is what she does, great work too. I used to be involved in pixel drawing and had a website which wa… Continue

Posted by Lynn on June 23, 2008 at 9:02pm — 9 Comments

RicRacSally Making A Dent

So I just listed the LAST of the pillowcases! Yes, I found two more sets that I had made months ago but never listed for whatever reason. I just snapped pics and got those puppies up on Etsy. I have perhaps 5 or 6 more things or bundles of stuff left. I'm holding some of it aside for… Continue

Posted by RicRacSally on June 23, 2008 at 4:00pm — 3 Comments

Southern Lady's Vintage Sunny Summer Bangle is Fun Wearable Art

I finally finished another of my hand painted bangles! This one is painted a pretty summery yellow and then I handpainted purple and alizarin crimson and sugar plum flowers. Pretty bright fun colors perfect for summer fun! See my Etsy shop for details on this and al… Continue

Posted by Southern Lady's Vintage on June 22, 2008 at 7:30pm — 2 Comments

Melissa MH Vintage Beach Cottage Swap

Here is a peek at my package for Sherry in Kat's Vintage Beach Cottage Swap - hope she likes it! Continue

Posted by Melissa MH on June 22, 2008 at 5:06pm — 4 Comments

Melissa MH New Summer Issue of my art zine

Hi everyone.. I just wanted to let you know the summer issue of my zine, Erraticus is now available for pre order. I'll probably only be printing 100 copies of this issue so if you'd like one you can go to my Etsy shop and reserve o… Continue

Posted by Melissa MH on June 22, 2008 at 12:23pm — 3 Comments

Kat Fuller I need to make way for some fresh new items...

I.m so tired of the same old same old :( I really have been inspired to get into the Halloween Spirit, I guess it's from doing craft shows for so long this time of year I get the itch to start doing Halloween and even a few Christmas items, can you believe the craft stores are even stocking their fall and autumn items already??? I thought I was NUTS but then I guess I'm not alone!! Any Hoo... I will be offering any $10.00 item in my shop at 50% off so, come time to get the new stuff done, I can… Continue

Posted by Kat Fuller on June 21, 2008 at 10:30pm — 1 Comment

Southern Lady's Vintage Shabby Rose Bangle Wearable Art!

This week, I have been doing a little painting. The bangle bra
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Posted by Southern Lady's Vintage on June 21, 2008 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Kris Etsy, Ebay, Craigslist Oh My! COUPON TOO!

** COUPON: Mention this blog post about my recent Etsy, Ebay & Craigslists listings and I'll give you 20% off anything you buy (excluding custom items.) Mention my listings on your blog and I'll make it a 25% discount! **
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Posted by Kris on June 21, 2008 at 3:35pm — No Comments

RicRacSally Buried Treasure

It seems that many of us have the same problem: TOO MUCH STUFF!! This topic came up in the "Anything" thread and prompted me to start a new thread focused on organization tips and tricks. One way I've been decluttering is by combing through the drawers and bins in my room to see wh… Continue

Posted by RicRacSally on June 21, 2008 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

CarriersCozyCottage Come an Post on the ETSY Promotion Forum Ladies !

Come on and post some of your lovely items from your shops on the promotion forum of ETSY Here is the discussion I started... http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5676022 Continue

Posted by CarriersCozyCottage on June 20, 2008 at 10:32pm — 1 Comment

Couture de Papier Beep! Beep! Who needs gas?!

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Posted by Couture de Papier on June 20, 2008 at 12:48pm — 2 Comments

Char To Weave Or Not To Weave

To weave or not to weave, is the question of the day for me. I have… Continue

Posted by Char on June 19, 2008 at 3:43pm — 4 Comments

Marcela Cavaglieri I'm having a June Giveaway!

As a Thank You for all the fun I get on this site and all the knowledge that I have received from all of you ladies, I'm having a "June Giveaway". Visit my website www.niceandeasyantiques.com, click on Guest Book (left of your screen) and… Continue

Posted by Marcela Cavaglieri on June 18, 2008 at 8:00pm — 4 Comments

Southern Lady's Vintage 19th & 20th Century Victorian And Neoclassical Homes

Today I thought that I would share with you some photos of some beautiful old homes that are in the historic district of my little town. As a child we would often come thru this little town to visit my father's brothers and sisters who lived about 20 miles north of this bea… Continue

Posted by Southern Lady's Vintage on June 18, 2008 at 6:30pm — 1 Comment

Couture de Papier Gifts From the Sea Mermaid Mixed Media Collage

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Posted by Couture de Papier on June 17, 2008 at 6:21pm — No Comments

Couture de Papier PETITE FRENCH FAIRY OF THE BLUE ROSES ALTERED VICTORIAN SHOE

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Posted by Couture de Papier on June 17, 2008 at 6:49am — No Comments

Cleo Headley Thank you!!!

Oh my gosh....what an honor...thank you so much!!! I am thrilled to be chosen and thrilled to be a member of this astonishing group of ladies!!!! There is so much talent here, and I have learned so much from you all....but most of all I cherish the new friendships being made here....bless you!!! Continue

Posted by Cleo Headley on June 16, 2008 at 10:53am — 1 Comment

Gail Schmidt Happy Father's Day ~~New Collage Sheets/Decorative Papers

Hope everyone had a fabulous Father's Day...especially dad! My sister cooked dinner and brought it to my folk's house. We kept it simple this year and we gathered around for pork barbeque, potato salad, chips and chocolate cake. De-Lish! Thanks Sissy! It was a gorgeous do nothing, lazy kind of day here in the mountains. Although we hit 80 degrees the humidity was non-existent and a nice soft breeze blew all day. I spent some time in the garden , talked on-line with friends, s…
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Posted by Gail Schmidt on June 15, 2008 at 8:30pm — No Comments

Marcela Cavaglieri Special Father's Day

It's often said that little girls grow up to marry someone like their Dads, I think I'm one of those girls. My husband Eduardo and my Dad not only share a passion for food, black coffee, wine, soccer, soccer and more soccer, they also share the pride of being a Dad. On my Dad's eyes th… Continue

Posted by Marcela Cavaglieri on June 14, 2008 at 4:20pm — No Comments

Char Cottage Style Raggedy Annie

It was just time. I had thought about making her for quite some time now. I make annies, but usually they are primitive annies. I say usually, but the truth is....I have always made primitive annies. She is my first cottage annie. I do believe I will make more, because the birth of… Continue

Posted by Char on June 14, 2008 at 9:51am — 4 Comments

CarriersCozyCottage Promote yourself with Squidoo ! Come visit my Lens !

Hey everyone, I found a new way to promote myself. It is like a Mini webpage. It is free and you actually earn money from using it. Not much, just some residual amounts. Please click on the link and visit my Lens. Leave a comment and if you can rate my squidoo too. LOL http://www.squidoo.com/CarriersCozyCottage Thanks TTFN Mona Continue

Posted by CarriersCozyCottage on June 13, 2008 at 7:39pm — No Comments

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Posted by Gabreial on June 13, 2008 at 10:22am — No Comments

Kat Fuller Look What I Got!

Hello!! When Sherry posted on the Etsy Cottage Style blog that she had Marie Antoinette Stamps for sale I jumped at the chance to get a set, I have been wanting those from artist Catherine Moore for quite a while, so I saw it as a sign that my new friend was selling them I figured what the heck am I waiting for?? I really want to start creating some really cool paper dolls!! Any hoo here are the pics of the stamps...

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Posted by Kat Fuller on June 11, 2008 at 8:30am — 3 Comments

Gail Schmidt AVP Giveaway & New Collage Sheets

I belong to the wonderful blog ring Aged Vintage Papier created and beautifully run by the fabulous Miss Amy Sutter. If you have not had the opportunity to stop by this blog you really need to visit. There is an amazing array of eye-popping talent gathered here in one spot. You can check out everyone's blogs and their boutiques for gift ideas and inspiration.
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Posted by Gail Schmidt on June 10, 2008 at 10:40pm — 3 Comments

Amy Mosher Grand Opening Sale at Winterberry Creek

To celebrate my Grand Opening, I am having a 10% off sale at www.winterberrycreek.com Stop by today, check out my new site, sign up for a free newsletter, and make a comment on my guestbook. I would love to see you! Amy

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Posted by Amy Mosher on June 10, 2008 at 3:30pm — 2 Comments

Marcela Cavaglieri Never Enough Red, White and Blue

If you have ever been in our store, you know that we change the displays all the time...furniture sells, new old furniture comes in...For our Memorial Day display we used our huge flag (the one that everyone wants to buy and that we can't sell because we love it too much) and white c… Continue

Posted by Marcela Cavaglieri on June 7, 2008 at 7:37pm — 1 Comment

Sherry 200th Blog Post Giveaway at Esprit * d'Art

Another giveaway from Esprit * d'Art -- this one for my 200th post. Please click here to see the blog post and enter the giveaway!!

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Posted by Sherry on June 6, 2008 at 1:05pm — 1 Comment

Linda Walsh I Reinstated My Plugboard On My Top Blogs By Crafters Toplist!

I decided to reinstate the plugboard on my "Top Blogs By Crafters" toplist. It's at the bottom of each page of the toplist and holds 88x31 mini banners.

If you are an artist or crafter or in a "craft" related industry please feel free to add your 88x31 mini-banner URL and your website or blog URL to the "Ever Changing" "Top Blogs By Crafters" toplist FREE plugboard.

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Posted by Linda Walsh on June 6, 2008 at 11:31am — 1 Comment

CarriersCozyCottage Handmade Items finally listed in my ETSY shop.

I am pleased to say, that I finally got some of my handmade items listed in my ETSY shop. I have been doing a great deal of research at the ETSY site. Exploring all my options for getting exposre to my shop , participating in the forums, chatting in the live chats and reading all the information I can. It sure is time consuming ! LOL Continue

Posted by CarriersCozyCottage on June 5, 2008 at 11:02am — 1 Comment

Gail Schmidt A Lot of New Inventory at the Cottage!

Here's a sneak peek, there's just to much to list it all but you can easily click on What's New to see it all at a glance. Thanks for looking! … Continue

Posted by Gail Schmidt on June 3, 2008 at 5:00pm — 5 Comments

Sherry Giveaway of Goodies from Esprit * d'Art on Aged Vintage Papier

For a wonderful giveaway, please check out the Aged Vintage Papier site. In conjunction with the 50th member of AVP, Amy is hostessing giveaways sponsored by various members of the team. The giveaway for 2 sets of tags from Esprit * d'Art is now listed. Please click here to read the easy rules for entry.… Continue

Posted by Sherry on June 3, 2008 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Gabreial Share your "Vintage Pad" or Favorite Room with Vintage Indie Mag

We are launching a new column in Vintage Indie Mag. "My Vintage Pad" We want to see your favorite room or your home if your decorating style features a lot of vintage components. Do you have a favorite room you want to share? We'd love to see it. Email submissions to us Subject: My Vintage Pad. We can't wait to see your vintage goodness!
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Posted by Gabreial on June 3, 2008 at 11:02am — No Comments

Sherry Feature Member at Aged Vintage Papier

As a member of the Aged Vintage Papier ring site, I am excited about being the featured member this month. To read the interview click here. Note that the… Continue

Posted by Sherry on June 3, 2008 at 9:15am — No Comments

lyn Happy to find...

Hi every one......... I have had the same cutlery set for 18 years.....(wow) its just plain white, and I kept it so long as I never found a pretty set that wasn't a hugh cost... Then the other day walking through Target, I found a pink and white poker dot set (24pce)....... for only $16.00.....(on sale) I was so delighted, and there was only one set.... It is really good quality, made and designed in France....... It's so pretty and a great 'little' find....... and I dare not put it in the cutle… Continue

Posted by lyn on June 2, 2008 at 9:30pm — 2 Comments

Sherry Just Listed in My Etsy

I just listed this adorable altered assemblage memory keepsake box in my etsy. Perfect for all kinds of treasures and keepsakes. Esprit * d'Art

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Posted by Sherry on June 2, 2008 at 4:34pm — 1 Comment

Char The AZ Desert In Bloom (in my backyard)

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Posted by Char on June 1, 2008 at 3:17pm — No Comments

Sherry De-Stash of Marie Antoinette Rubber Stamps

I purchased these clearly constructed rubber stamps of Marie Antoinette a few months ago from Character Constructions. At that time, I was interested in Marie Antoinette (it was a phase I realize now!), and seriously thought I would do something with them. Alas, I have not. I used them once to try them out and that's it. I've been looking at them and looking at them and realize I will never use them for anything. I have decided that I will sel… Continue

Posted by Sherry on June 1, 2008 at 2:30pm — 2 Comments

Kelly/The Vintage Butterfly Etsy Vintage Street Team Scavenger Hunt!

The EVST is hosting a scavenger hunt tomorrow, June 1st and everyone is invited to join in the fun! Go to the team blog for all the details. :) Continue

Posted by Kelly/The Vintage Butterfly on May 31, 2008 at 8:52pm — No Comments

Gail Schmidt FREE CUSTOM BLOG BANNER CIVE AWAY ~ HURRY! Ends Sunday

I'm headed for my 200th blog post andI'm having a GIVE AWAY! Stop by my external blog Shabby Cottage Studio and leave a comment in today's post(Friday 5/30) or the posts to come on Saturday(5/31) and Sunday (6/1) . I'll draw a name Monday and the winner will receive a free custom banner created by me for their blog! Continue

Posted by Gail Schmidt on May 30, 2008 at 9:26pm — No Comments

CarriersCozyCottage FREE SHIPPING ON JEWELRY @ MY EBAY THIS WEEK !!

I just had to give this blogging a whirl. LOL To begin with ***** Special ***** FREE SHIPPING ON ALL MY JEWELRY @ MY EBAY THIS WEEK.! The past few months have been a whirlwind of excitement and serious shopping for the young ladies getting ready to attend their proms. My daughter, who is 24 and expecting her 2nd baby was here visiting with me last month. Needless to say, when the two of us get together we hit all the malls and all the shops in them. Melissa has a great sense of humor and at o… Continue

Posted by CarriersCozyCottage on May 29, 2008 at 10:07pm — No Comments

Dana Eskes Grand Opening Event & Sale!!!

It's our GRAND OPENING Celebration!!! Now through June 6 at Midnight EST ... Register to win this fabulous Grand Prize (valued at $27.50) ... 1 Soy Wax Jar Candle in YOUR CHOICE of Scent 2 Bars of Goats Milk Soap in YOUR CHOICE of Scent 1 Whipped Body Butter 1 Lip Butter in YOUR CHOICE of Flavor

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Posted by Dana Eskes on May 29, 2008 at 9:13pm — No Comments

Abbie Here are some goodies for you!!

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Posted by Abbie on May 29, 2008 at 3:12pm — 3 Comments

Char New Bern, North Carolina and A Bit Of My Garden

This archway is in one of the gardens of the Palace in N.C. where I visited the first of the month. It is covered in star jasmine, so you can just imagine the sweet scent all around. It was beautiful!!

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Posted by Char on May 27, 2008 at 5:19pm — No Comments

Kat Fuller Rain Rain Go Away

This little gal was inspired by the cold,wet dreary month of May that we had, Thank God it has warmed up!! I just LOVE her Umbrella, I will be doing more umbrellas soon, but I'm not sure how or what they'll be!! The little raindrops are Swarovski Crystal, I'm going to highlight them with some white shadow and glitter so they stand out a little more...

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Posted by Kat Fuller on May 26, 2008 at 11:45pm — 3 Comments

Char Need A Reason To Blog??? Look Around You!!!

I just have to say that I have been a grand-mother for just over 2… Continue

Posted by Char on May 26, 2008 at 9:54pm — 4 Comments

Char Busy Busy Busy....Waaaaay too Busy to Blog

This has been my excuse for not keeping up, or I should say starting this blog. I do have a blog on blogspot, but this is my first one here. I will have to admit that I have waited too long for this. It really does seem that there is less and less time in a day, a week or now even a m… Continue

Posted by Char on May 22, 2008 at 6:00pm — 5 Comments