Wednesday Window Shopping on Etsy!

 I was taking a look at "From Etsy's Merchandising Desk: October Delights" and one of the trend forecasts focused on a woodland emphasis.  So I decided to take a peek at what our Indie Junction team had created in this theme area.  This is what I came up with!!
Raccoon Hat - Naturally Inspired Beanie in Black and Grey by BenjaminKrudwig

Ah the mischievous soul inside you can't resist this hat. Fun and appropriate for any time of the year!!! 
Sized to fit the average adult-sized head (21" circumference)
100% cotton

*****Ben not included*****

Lampwork Beads - Woodland Sprite - 9 Fun Size SMARTEE Beads by LazyCatBeads

"Smartees" are fun to play with! This carefully coordinated grouping of beads can be simply strung together on a delicate chain; maybe add a few spacers of silver or copper? OR *** MIX AND MATCH *** with other Smartees!! Lots of fun for creating jewelry with. A mix of beads; solids,decorated with silver ivory stringer or fine silver wire details. Mandrel size is 3/32. (Smartees measure approx. 9mm x 14mm)
*** Lazy Cat Beads = Awesome! ***

Woodland Print 5x5 by emelephotography

Take a walk through the woods with this print. Taken in the UK one Summer day you can't help but relax and think peaceful thoughts...
Title – “Woodland Walk”
Image Size: 5x5 inches or approx 12.5cm square 
A white border surrounds the image.
Paper Type – Matte 
Printed on Premium Quality Fuji Crystal Archive paper.

*****I feel more peaceful already!*****

Stoneware Pitcher Amber Moss Green by happylake

A lovely handthrown stoneware pitcher glazed with a glossy amber and moss green. The lower portion of the pitcher has been stamped at the leather hard stage with one of my original stamps.
 This is food/dishwasher/and micro safe.10" tall X 5" wide

*****Happy Lake = Amazing!*****

Peridot Swarovski Leaf Earrings by Jewelry by NaLa

Lovely faceted 4 and 6mm peridot Swarovski crystal bicones are paired with faceted 4mm honey amber AB Czech glass rounds. The beads dangle freely before a backdrop of icy green transparent Lucite leaves. Ear hooks are 15mm x 10mm antiqued brass no nickel or lead lever backs.

*****Proud Member of the "I Wish I Was As Talented As NaLa" Club!*****

Woodland Apple Cozy - Hand knit by CreatiKnit

Want a great way to dress up your apple and keep it from bruising too? Just wrap your apple in this cozy, pop it in your purse, and a fresh unbruised apple will be waiting for you!  Carefully hand knit in cotton, earthy woodland colors with a natural wood button attached.   Would make a great gift for that special teacher or a wonderful stocking stuffer! 
Fits most average sized apples, and is very portable. Each cozy comes wrapped in colored tissue paper and twine! 
Machine wash in cold and lay flat to dry.

*****I'd eat apples all the time just to use this!*****

Bracelet, Forest Cuff, Hand Knit Jewelry by LapisBeach

This cuff is one of kind! These chunky bracelets (about 1"+ wide) are hand knit using 200+ czech glass beads, metal elements and semi precious stones. They are soft and comfortable, yet they are very sturdy. Truly unique as none of them ever "knit up" the same. This one is knit in my Forest Mix.  Forest Mix: Forest: Think of trees of varying greens and soft moss with a touch of earth. Contains aventurine for GOOD LUCK, jasper for HARMONY and goldstone for UPLIFTING mood.  This cuff will fit a 6 1/2" to a 7" wrist. The toggle clasp utilized is silver tone. This toggle is easy to use on your own - but will not easily come undone.

*****Glamorous lady=Glamorous jewelry!*****

Well, there you have it...another edition of Wednesday Window Shopping on Etsy!  Hope you've enjoyed it! Here's wishing you all a wonderful week...and stay tuned!!

Indie Junction Featured Artisans for the Week of August 8th!!

Well, let's put our hands together for this week's Indie Junction Featured Artisans: all extraordinary talents:  Woody Loo, Headchange, and CreatiKnit!!
Let's start with Woody Loo where you will find Joyful Usable Art using paper mache, felt, and pillowcases!  In the artist's own words: "I strive to create USABLE ART that will make people SMILE.  That's why I draw on pillowcases and not on paper, I recycle paper, plastic bottles and containers and transform them from waste into beautiful figurines and   castles. I love needle crafting felt too, so I make cute bunnies and adorable flower ponytails.   A year ago, a friend's Birthday wish for me was that I would DO WHAT I LOVE AND LOVE WHAT I DO.  Ever since then I've been trying to do just that:  I sit and draw, stitch and explore, creating for kids and kids at heart while using various materials.
I'm unveiling the results on etsy now, for you to enjoy."  You can follow Woody Lou on Facebook and Twitter!
Now let's take a peek at some of the wonderful things you will find at Woody Lou!!

Our second Indie Junction Featured Artisan is Headchange featuring handmade creations of all kinds: vintage prints, antique maps, collage kits, and supplies! In the artist's own words: "Husband and wife.  We live in a secluded little corner of the world. Bristol is nestled in the Appalachian mountains A place were hand crafting is a part of most every family in one form or another.  We spend the better part of our time together making things (sometimes just a big mess)."
Places to find Headchange:

• Blog
• Facebook
• Twitter

Now let's look at some of the wonderful things you will find at Head Change!!

Our third Indie Junction Featured Artisan is CreatiKnit, featuring a variety of fun, handknit items from apple cozies to beautiful berets!  In the artist's own words: "I LOVE knitting and was absolutely hooked the moment I held knitting needles! It has always been very relaxing for me to work yarn through needles. I am a mom to 2 precious daughters and 1 adorable son. Both of my teen daughters are fascinated by Etsy and are discovering all the ins and outs of managing an online business. With all they are learning, I hope it helps them to one day be independent business women themselves."

• Blog
• Twitter
• We Love Etsy

Now let's take a look at some of the beautiful things at CreatiKnit!!

We hope you have enjoyed this week's featured Indie Junction Artisans!  Indie Junction is a wonderful community that brings together artisans from across all mediums in the spirit of collaboration, support and growth.  Indie Junction's new home is coming up on two months old!  Due to changes within Ning and incredible growth of our community, we have moved to a brand new home!  Many thanks to the design team of Nicky (co-owner) and her husband Steph for creating a wonderful site for all of our members!  With this new site we can not only continue to add value for our members but also keep the site free!  For more information about Indie Junction, please go here!  We'll be waiting for you!!