ChildishThoughts

I am having a huge end of the year sale.

From Dec 22 to Dec 31 I am have a sale.

20% off most purchases (gift certificates excluded, custom vintage dress also excluded).

Free shipping on orders over $50.

www.childishthoughts.etsy.com

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I now have gift certificates in my shop.

www.childishthoughts.etsy.com

I have

$20
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17766932
$40
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17768656
and

$60
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17768765
gift certificates. I could go higher but didnt think it necessary at the moment if you would like more please feel more than free to ask.

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Sorry I missed last weeks feature, lost track of time that day.

Here is this weeks featured artist and pleas enjoy.




http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5763536&order=§ion_id=&page=1

OMG is all I can say when I look at Anita's store. There are sooo many beautiful items, and so many yummy descriptions for each and every item in her store. I dont think I could ever buy from her because I would want to buy everything, I wouldnt know when or where to stop. I would hate to be her neighbors too, I mean imagine waking up early in the morning and smelling cotton candy wafting through the windows and all you can do is sit there salivating because you have no idea as to where that yummy smell is coming from. Again OMG.




http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16772649

Sweet Treats Jelly Bean and Cherry Lemonaide Ice Cream Cone Soap

What do you think of when you read this, I mean come on. I am drooling here at my computer. And it looks so cute and good to eat, good think computers arent in 3-D yet. Other wise my computer would be in trouble.




http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16218134

Goats Milks and Shea Butter Body Cream (Fragrance Free)

I love body cream but I hate the fragrance part, I hate smelling all froo foo, sometimes well ok most of the time I am just simple. So I like to moisten my skin and not smell like I just came through the department stores fragrance ladies, you know the ones that spray you and then ask if you would like to try their product. yikes. Any ways love this one because of that.




http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16184331

Sweet Treat Chamomile and Lavender Bath Bomb

And I picked this one because I love chamomile and lavender. So ok I am a little biased din my feature choices but hey it is my blog, so what. Any ways, Anita has some really good and nice items here and I think you all should come check her items out. Dont take my word for it just go look and if you find some you like buy, buy, buy, and buy some more. LOL

And more importantly have fun.

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Ohh it is so nice to do this again!

This weeks Artist

I love this woman. She is super talented and makes some really great items. She belongs to a couple of really awesome groups and is really cool.

She makes a wide range of items

pillow case dresses

eyelash scarves

hats

booties and mittens

blankies and burpies

aprons

M2M dresses and hairbows

table runners and placemats

Here are my favorites from her store

These dresses are so coool and cute, each one made out of an awesome fabric with satin ribbon for the shoulder straps.

Such an awesome fabric print. Each blanket so clearly made with tons of love for the child or baby it will go to.

And these aprons are totally cute. Even for the boys they are cute.

I know this one seems to be a little short and to the point, I didnt get a chance to do my interview, Hurricane Ike has made my doing my thing a little distracting but a little difficult also. Alright Hope you all enjoy and all those that are also affected I hope you are all doing well, I know home are destroyed and lives are distracted but I hope you are well as far health goes. All my best wishes go out to you all.

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I have listed two of my new items for my shop. I think they are cute but that is my opinion so I am looking for some honest feedback. I will list the other two tomorrow or the next day but here is what I have so far.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15060698

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15060482


I have a few more to make and hopefully will have them finished soon. Cant wait to hear what you all have to say, Thank you.

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Sorry I didnt get to this yesterday, I was soo busy with the little monster but here we go

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6085640

Again this artist is totally awesome and I personally love the work she does.

She is the admin to a group called Cafemom Etsy Moms and she does a great job at that and her art and she is a mother and has a real go out of the house job, this woman is amazing. So everyone go to her shop and look at what she has going on and buy something. LOL, Please. LOL.

Here are her items that I love, ohh and there is one that I can not put on here, so I will just post the link and you will just have to trust me on it. If you are faint of heart or blush easily DO NOT look. If you like quorky go ahead and look.

Here is the one link: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14338153

Blueberry pie in beer cap pendant

Too cute huh?

Ok this one didnt come out to good but it is a baking charm bracelet, with all sorts of goodies on it.

I think the photo speaks volumes. Broken Toe, is there a doctor around.

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This one is awesome, she is willing to make it in your choice of colors, and to fit your little princess fairy. And there is a lot of things included in this order for this dress/costume,

How about a funky stuffed owl, he is too cute to not want to take him home.

I will save her second shop for tomorrow, have fun with this one, take your time find something you like and buy, buy, buy.

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My friend is doing a giveaway and she would like some more entries into her giveway. Could some of you go take a look?

http://kaytiebugs.blogspot.com/2008/08/ruffly-girly-giveaway.html

I think it is a cute item and a good giveway, I just have a boy and well he cant wear a skirt without his daddy getting mad, so anyways, take a look and have fun.

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This weeks artist is a friend, well I consider her a friend, we participate in a few groups together online. Her work is very cute.




Petal Heads. is for ages newborn to about age 7. They make headbands and infant hats adorned with flowers, buttons and "bling". The headbands actually fit newborns to adults and the knot hats are for 0-18 months. The top knot is adjustable. They are a unique gift and such a fun accessory!

This is a 1.5" brown crochet headband topped with an approx. 3" pink flower. The center of the flower is a brown button. The flower and the button have been securely hand sewn to the headband.

This is a fun little 1/4" green plastic headband topped with an approximate 3" white flower. The center of the flower is a black button. The headband has small round holes to about ear level.

This is an adorable white 100% cotton newborn welcome home hat that she can wear for many months. The knot is adjustable so the hats fit 0-18 months. This Petal Head hat has an attached dark pink flower with "blingy" petal tips. The center of the flower is a white swirly button. The flower and the button have been securely hand sewn to the hat and the bling was put on with a very strong holding glue.

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Just saw that one of my items got into a really really cute treasury this morning, so I had to share that with you so totally awesome, Love it

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=21839

Thank you Manda5463
Ohh and all you other ladies on there with me, you did great on all your items too, this is just a great bunch of talent.

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I just saw the cutest dress ever, it was made by an etsy mom that I have the pleasure of getting to know. We are in a group on Cafemom. It is so cute I wish I had a daughter of my own to buy this for.

Beautiful job TuffAsSnails Love those octopus.

Here is her description of the dress:

Inspired by Japanese pop, squid snacks, and yummy mod I bring to you my octopus dress made with the new line of fabric Mendocino by Heather Ross! I hope to be making many more of these in different colors and styles, I am absolutely in love with this fabric!

The dress is made with a zipper in the side seam and a snap in the back neck line. The aqua ribbon sash pulls it all together. All seams professionally sewn with a serger Comes in sizes 12 months, 18 months, 2T, 3T, 4T, 5 and 6.

If you are interested in the dress here is her website address:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5202915

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Alright ladies as promised here is the new artist of the week, I love her items, all of them. Great works of art.

Sheaclay's shop features "fine art for your table" - beautiful and practical functional pottery. SheaClay's best sellers are mugs with nature themed "clay applique" images, or twistmugs with earthy, neutral glazes, perfect for your favorite brew. she also sells alot of bowls, mainly large serving sizes, and place settings. She is more than happy to do wedding registries. She is currently working on a line of "spoiled rotten" pet dishes, treat jars, and personalized urns. All of her pottery can be used in the dishwasher, microwave and oven.

SheaClay has been making pottery on the wheel for 20 years, and selling full time since 2004. She also teaches classes privately, or does pottery parties, and teaches at a local art center.

Here is a list of her shops:

http://www.sheaclay.etsy.com/
http://www.sheaclay.com/
http://lakeerieartists.com/TracyShay.htm
Shaker Tree, Garrettsville, OH
Planetart Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA

SheaClay's website is http://www.sheaclay.com/
blog is http://www.sheaclay.blogspot.com/
She also features student work at http://www.mrsmud.blogspot.com/

Art/craft show SheaClay plans to participate in this year.

Twinsburg Ohio, Olde Tyme Fair date pending- look for it in the fall! Sponsored by the Twinsburg Historical Society.

Christmas In The Woods Friday, 11/21/2008 from 5pm to 9pm Saturday, 11/22/2008 from 10am to 4pm Maplewood JVS 7075 OH-88, Ravenna, OH 44266 One of Portage county's largest craft shows

6th annual "Gifts from the Heart Holiday Boutique" Sunday, 11/23/2008 from 10am to 5pm Executive Caterers, Landerhaven 6111 Landerhaven Drive, Mayfield Hts., OH ($4 admission to benefit Cleveland Clinic's Children's Hospital)

SheaClay's favorite Etsian work

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13524655

SheaClay's Bio

I have been making pottery since 1982. I fell in love with clay immediately and at a young age, and this memory is part of what motivates my love of teaching children about such a "magic" medium. I have had a few years of ceramics education at area community colleges and Akron University, but most of my education has been through studio work, making pottery at Hale Farm and Village, contact with other working artists, and through motherhood and family life. I also have a background in textile silk screening and mail order catalog production.

My life is all about my family, and making and selling tableware has enabled me to stay home and raise my kids. It is such a privilege to be invited to serve at so many tables- I appreciate the opportunity to make beautiful things which make a great family meal- or a simple cup a joe- even better.

My Favorites from SheaClay

Sol Swirl Mixing Bowl

This bowl measures 4"h x 12 1/2" w and holds 10 cups.It weighs only 3 1/2 lbs. It is glazed on the bottom w/ a raised foot

SheaClay Pottery is an awesome artist and I hope you all enjoy her work. Thank You SheaClay.

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So I am so totally excited, a group I am with got featured on etsy, it is so totally awesome. Cafemom etsy moms, is the best group ever, I love all of the ladies on there, they are all supportive of eachother, encouraging and informative. We have tons of fun everyday and share stories of recent events. I am so proud of the group being able to do such a good job that we got noticed by etsy, this is such a plus for all of us. Well if you would like to see what etsy had to say about all of us here is the link to it.

http://www.etsy.com/storque/section/reviews/article/handmade-kids-an-insiders-review-of-cafemomcom/2277/

We are always looking for other members to join us so if you havent and you have an etsy shop, come join us on cafemom and enjoy yourself. Looking forward to meeting you all.

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I met Dawnberries through a store we are selling some of our items through in North Carolina. She has some really awesome items in her etsy.


http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5859621



I really love the door hanger she has in her store.

This wooden door hanger measures 3" wide and 9.5" tall. It has been engraved (burned) with a nap alert message on one side. It will be personalized with your child's name on the other side. If you want different pictures, this can be done too! Let everyone know when your child is sleeping and shouldn't be disturbed. And when he/she isn't napping, proudly display their name and favorite things.

Baby tooth box

This little wooden box has been engraved (burned) with a happy little tooth design. It's the perfect size for storing baby teeth! The box measures approximately 1.5" in diameter and 1" tall. The wood is natural and uncoated.

Personalized napkin holders - set of 4

Here is a little info on Dawn herself:

I was born and raised in southern California but went to college in Chico (northern California) and graduate school in San Francisco and Nashville, TN. I have B.A. in French and Psychology and a M.S. in Research Psychology. After graduate school, I lived in Edinburgh, Scotland and Cambridge, England for a few years before returning to southern California. Now I am a mostly stay-at-home mom to a nearly 2 year old boy. I do the bookkeeping for the family machine shop and sometimes borrow the laser machine to engrave designs on wood and other items. I also sew cloth diapers, covers, and children's clothing.

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Read this and thought it would be great to share it with all of you. Now I know not all of you have a sellers site on etsy but just replace that with ebay or mommyauctions or what ever site you are on.

Have you got the Etsy Blues? Lots of stock , but no sales?Top Ten List for Beating the Etsy Blues!!(Written by http://www.allieb.etsy.com/ )

10. Hold an empty brown paper bag over your mouth, bend your head back and yell into it as loud as you can. Now twist it fast to catch all your 'hot air' and BOOM...pop it with your fist! Now don't you feel better?

9. Force your family to collect all the tiny bits of lint off their clothes and from the dryer. Make a gigantic lint pumpkin and spray paint it bright orange. Now list it on Etsy. SOMEONE will buy it!

8. Take a walk around your block BACKWARDS while repeating the Etsy Creed, 'Your Place to Buy and Sell All Things Handmade' over and over and over again at the top f your voice. Sure you MIGHT get hauled off to the loony bin but maybe, just maybe, you will get a new customer for your shop!

7. Go to your Etsy shop at least once a day and visit the people who have 'hearted' you in their shops. Once their banner comes up repeat this phrase thrice...."Thank you for loving me and for not putting a value on our Etsy love by …NOT BUYING ANYTHING!!!!!!!!!"

6. Just for fun post a picture of yourself as a new item in your shop! Sell yourself off for a few dollars and see who buys you! And if no one does, than you’ve now got an EXCELLENT excuse to stay depressed!!

5. Hide under the covers with all your craft supplies and ponder on the meaning of life and most importantly on the meaning of.... marketing techniques to drive sales with search engine optimized wording!

4. While someone you love is sleeping, glue sparkles and sequins on their foreheads and dangle a few beads from their toes...when they wake up shout, "Yay, you TOTALLY look like an Etsy project!!!!!!!"

3. Find a new hobby in addition to Etsy...perhaps sword-fighting or wrangling alligators. What a better way to vent out zero sales instead of just sitting at your computer crying about it!

2. Send a note to “Admin’ at least once a week and ask them WHY OH WHY they never feature your shop on the front page but rather focus on mundane and boring seller items like hand-carved wood art or hand-crafted pottery. I mean, REALLY glittery jellybean pants are super HOT items these days!!!!!!!!!And the number one way to beat off the Etsy Blues is...drum roll please...tata...tata...tata....

1. When you wake up each morning, take a long hard look at yourself in the mirror and affirm this aloud to yourself, "I'm good enough, I'm smart enough, and dog-gone it...someone will BUY something from me today!

Visit me here: http://www.allieb.etsy.com/

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