Here are just a few new items from the Etsy West Michigan Team
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Sunday, March 30, 2014
Friday, March 28, 2014
Getting to Know UpCycledSimplicity
SaraJ of is a wife and mother of two balancing family life, a full time job, and her newest venture, UpcycledSimplicity where she creates stylish, eco friendly cuff bracelets. It all got started when she couldn't find this accessory in a style she liked for a reasonable cost and researched how to make her own. Now that she has perfected the process, from searching for the right belt to upcycle through creation, she's offering them to you!
On finding the right piece - When I am out hunting the second hand stores looking for materials I've gone through a lot of trial and error. I look for a belt that is good enough shape to provide 3 cuffs with a unique look - that could be texture, cut outs, embellishments, or a color. I try to step out side of my own comfort zone and think of customers and what they might like for a look or feel or even what type of an outfit it could be work with. It can't be new, I'm interested in rescuing somebody else's cast off and turning it into something of beauty again.
Her eclectic style - I have a lot of different styles, shapes, sizes of cuffs as an offering in my shop. My personal style is just a varied as the variety you see. I have love a classic 1950's look, but can just as easily slid into a Ramones or Social Distortion old school punk rock look. On the flip side of that I understand and want to be able to blend just as easily in a polished corporate environment.
A hint at things to come - With the onslaught of winter we had, I have jumped into the mitten making market - strictly personal so far. I am using UpCycled Wool Sweaters to make mittens and fingerless mittens. I plan to put them into my shop in Fall 2014 when I have built up my skill set. I am also looking into two or three other projects right now - key fobs with the upcycled belts, shoulder bags, and coffee cozies from the upcycled sweaters.
Home Sweet Home - The Best thing about West Michigan is Lake Michigan. But to me West Michigan is the most beautiful place in the world. Where else can you find all 4 seasons, clean blue waters, diversity, the room to grow your family and your passions (one craft at a time). Even if it is cold for a few weeks every year.
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Etsy Craft Party 2013
So, here's part of the list of crafty goodness I toted out to the party (in no particular order):
Scissors, regular
Scissors, craft with various patters (zig zag, scalloped, etc)
Scrapbook paper
Hair dryer (great for drying paint quickly)
Acrylic paints
Yarn
Buttons
Ribbon
Foam brushes
Popsicle sticks
Stickers
Punches
Cuttlebug
Embossing folders
Origami paper
Paper punch
Hole punch
Mode podge
Lunch bags
Crayons
Markers
Colored pencils
Tape
Double sided tape
Photo booth printables
Inspiration pages
Google eyes
Paper cutter
Alcohol inks
Mason jars
Glass bottles
Glass jars
Hot glue guns
Beads
Etsy Craft Party 2013
So, the Etsy Craft Party 2013 is over. All the goodies have been boxed up, taken home and put back into our own stashes. We hope you enjoyed it. We did.
Well, actually there weren't many mason jars, glass bottles or canvases left!
Monday, June 17, 2013
Etsy Craft Party Inspiration
So what kind of crafts will we be working on at the Craft Party this Thursday? Here is a sneak peek at some of the projects we have in mind from our Pinterest Board. Don't forget - you can bring your own crafts to work on and share, too!
Friday, June 7, 2013
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Etsy Craft Party 2013
It's official! The 2013 Etsy Craft Party sponsored by the Etsy West Michigan Team will be happening in two weeks at Hammer & Thread in Allendale.
Join us anytime between 3 and 8 during this open house style event. You can bring your own project or try your hand at one of the provided crafts. Everyone is welcome with several different activities for kids and adults alike. Admission for adults is $3 to help in providing you with treats, supplies, games, prizes, and inspiration! Kids 12 and under are free.
Check out our Facebook event for more details and to RSVP.
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Etsy Craft Party
Etsy
Craft Party
Thursday
June 20
2013
Who wants to join us for a Craft Party this year? We are checking out a few possible venues - including the Hammer & Thread location in Allendale.
We are thinking of making this a "Go ahead and make that thing you pinned on Pinterest" party. Are you in?
The theme this year is Craft For Community. Feel free to suggest ways to incorporate the theme into our gathering.
Please leave your comments to help us plan this event.
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Craft Party
Thursday
June 20
2013
Who wants to join us for a Craft Party this year? We are checking out a few possible venues - including the Hammer & Thread location in Allendale.
We are thinking of making this a "Go ahead and make that thing you pinned on Pinterest" party. Are you in?
The theme this year is Craft For Community. Feel free to suggest ways to incorporate the theme into our gathering.
Please leave your comments to help us plan this event.
save-the-date-for-etsy-craft-party-2013
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Are you an avid Olympics fan? Did you watch the Opening Ceremonies on Friday? If so, then this Treasury needs no explanation...
How did you like the Opening Ceremonies?
Treasury brought to you by Julie of julieandco2
How did you like the Opening Ceremonies?
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Getting to Know WhatCirca
For 5 years WhatCirca has been on Etsy selling an eclectic mix of vintage clothing and accessories as well as wedding accessories like personalized hangers for wedding gowns, hair accessories, and belts and sashes. She started her shop on Etsy because of her passion for vintage items and it remains as the bulk of her shop.
About her style - Eclectic. I like anything that I have not seen before and I am sucker for anything with lace.
Her other gig - I am the main contributor for another local blog for September's Bride, a Bridal Boutique in Downtown Holland. I write the blog for our vintage couture collection. We restyle heirloom gowns for brides and also have an inventory of our own that are available in the boutique for purchase.
Favorite thing about West Michigan - The change of the four seasons. Just when I am getting a little tiresome of one, it changes!
Monday, November 14, 2011
For the Little Ones
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Monday, September 5, 2011
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Monday, August 29, 2011
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