b d designs

sterling silver with natural amethyst and peridot . (( Secret Garden Ring )) .
"My work is an accumulation of years of study, experimentation, inspiration and the JOY of working with metal! All of my work is created using traditional metalsmithing techniques, commonly called fabrication. These are the same techniques that metalsmiths have been passing down from generation to generation for hundreds of years. It is a legacy of metalwork and I am very proud to be part of that history. I hope you enjoy viewing what I enjoyed creating! I add new pieces each week, so stop back often! On the personal side, I am a wife (of 19 years) and a mother of two wonderful children, ages 14 and 7. They are the inspiration behind my Mother's line of jewelry and a source of joy and inspiration every day of my life. Everything I do, I do for my family and each piece of jewelry I make, I make as if it were for my own family...so you get the very best from me each time you order from me! I live in the woods in Ohio, and I grew up in the woods of Pennsylvania, so a lot of what you see in my shop is nature-inspired as well! I learned about perennial gardening from my mother at an early age and my love of all things green and growing finds its' way into my work constantly! I feel that a lot of my designs grow organically out of that love of nature."
bio written by Christen via her etsy profile

2 of 2

Small geometric birch house framework, 3D architectural line drawing
"As siblings, growing up we did everything together - from roadtrips to swim team to skipping school. And as adults, nothing has changed! 2of2 was was opened in honor of our late mother, Patty, who taught us that the wonder of childhood can stay with you in life if you let your imagination pave the way. Originally named Patty Dear, we changed our shop name to 2of2 because we have found again and again that it is the second draft of a design that we fall in love with (only fitting that it was the second name of our shop that stuck!) "
bio written by 2of2 via the etsy profile.
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rain boe wave

Adult fairy tale tie-dyed skirt
"I was born and raised in Korea but I am living in Los Angeles now. I am a musician and have published and released my own CDs. As a designer I have been working on my fashions for 20 years and just recently decided to put my designs online for others to enjoy."
mini-bio written by RainBowWave via the etsy profile

enhabiten

sunrise salvaged wood wall piece
"Thanks so very much for visiting my online shop. I run enhabiten full-time and it is an absolute pleasure and a job I feel so lucky to have. Making things is what I am meant to do and I love that the possibilities are endless and endlessly interesting. I use exclusively vintage and environmentally sustainable materials. I don't find this at all a burden or challenge and it is an intrinsic part of my business and philosophy. I do some wholesale work and welcome inquiries. I also entertain special orders. Feel free to send me an Etsy conversation regarding this."
bio written by Liane via her etsy profile

annapavlovna

Bear Red Hat - Stuffed With Love Buddy Bears - Friendship and Sweets
"Hello, Our names’re Anna and Kate. We’re from Russia. Annapavlovna's shop full lovely gifts. We enjoy our job very much. Thanks for stopping by to look. We hope you see something you like."
mini-bio written by annapavlovna via the etsy profile

Gabriella Barouch

Lady of clare
"I love Vinyl toys, Vintage toys, Pez, Paris,Children's Books, Patterns, amusement parks and life :) I finished my studies in Bezalel academy of arts and design, working on worldwide commissions, books and projects. Showcases work at the international 3×3 new talent gallery, NY. Won top 10 illustrators 2012 in the 9th COW International Design Festival-Ukraine, awarded 4 & awarded Honorable Mention in Hand Drawn Competition 2012 of PRINT magazine, , made the 3rd place in Richard Solomon's breakthrough contest, 2011 NY, entered CMYK's 51 Most creative, and many more."
bio written by Gabriella via the etsy profile
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Homespun Ireland

Miniature Irish Cottage Ring Hand Painted Paper Clay -- Handmade in Ireland
"I am a mixed media and textile artist, working from a studio in Ballinacurra, Co. Cork, Ireland. My work is inspired by Irish heritage, and Irish country life. My favourite materials are wool, lace, and paper. I am fascinated with vintage sewing paraphenalia, catholic iconography, and old photographs."
mini-bio written by Jessamyn via the etsy profile

River Luna

Bear Illustration - Animal Art Painting - Archival Print - 8x10 Rafi the Honey Bear
"I'm Marisa, the artist behind River Luna. My paintings are inspired by nature, space, culture, and my awesome 4 year old, River. He's pretty much one half of my work. Animal paintings are usually requested by him, and together we gather feathers, leaves, stones, and pretty twigs covered in moss which grace my painting table. If you'd like a peek in my studio, please take a look at my new 'about' page. If you’d like to see more of my process and other daily happenings you can check out my new blog. Thanks for visiting River Luna!"
bio written by Marisa via the etsy profile

Les Petites Choses

Teal Tree Branch Stud Earrings
"All jewelry is handmade with care & love by Vera and Vanessa, mother and daughter. We love vintage, shabby chic but also romantic, modern and simple things. That's the inspiration for our work."
mini-bio written by LesPetitesChoses via the etsy profile
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Poofy Dove

Obadiah the owl, original soft sculpture
"I just recently graduated from Miami University in Ohio, with a BFA in painting and printmaking. I love making art, sewing, and being outside. My shop PoofyDove was created as a place to share my whimsical creations. I really love to expand my creative energy over a wide range of materials, so you will see a large range of products offered in my store! I gain my inspiration from a lot of different sources. If I had to choose one thing that has the greatest impact on my art it would have to be God's creation, the natural world around us. I believe that the purest and most profound beauty can be found there. If there is something that you don't see in my store, I would love to do any custom orders and commissions you may have. Also, if you have any questions for me at all I would love to hear from you!"
bio written by Olivia Moore via her etsy profile
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south india bazaar

Dont Worry Be Hippy....Indian Printed Wrap Skirt
"Hi, my name is Kelly and I live in the beautiful jungle of Kerala, South India. We are in a small village just north of Trivandrum city. I have a great love for all things handmade from india, with their intricate embroidery, mirrorwork detailing and sparkling sequins. So when i started making them, i thought I should share all these wonderful things with the etsy community. This is a collective shop and consists of everything that is handmade by me and my husbnds family. Members of this collective store: Myself: I make all items of clothing in this shop. Nandini ( my mother in law): Makes all items that include embroidery or beadwork. Velikutti (husbands grandfather): Makes all items made from weaving straw. My husband is the postman From Tunics to Harem pants, from sparkling bags and purses to blankets or throws, hand carved stone items and not forgetting indian slippers!"
bio written by Kelly via the etsy profile

Dancing Grains

Dining Table - Modern with Walnut Slab
"Dancing Grains is a Boulder, Colorado maker of fine custom furniture, cabinets, general woodwork, and larger scale design and architectural products. Working with salvaged, reclaimed and otherwise sustainable materials and practices, we seek to create elements of the lived-in environment that bring a sense of ease and grace to it's users. This goal is achieved with old-world craftsmanship (quality), a quiet sensibility for enduring beauty, resourceful and creative collaboration with other artists, and a real-world practicality neccessary for bringing extraordinary designs to fruition."
bio written by Austin Aaron via the etsy profile

Vintage Chase

Handmade Large Brown Leather Bag with Vintage Embroidery Accents
"I'm a born and bred California girl, colleged on the East Coast, spent some time in Central America, lived on an Island in Washington and then circled back to California. I've been creating, sewing, designing for as long as I can remember, as my mother did before me, and her mother before her. Lucky for me my mother could look at anything and figure out how to make a pattern from that vision, luckier for me I seem to be able to do the same thing. I seem to be happiest designing, creating, and sharing that vision. I have been in the textile business for the past 15 years, creating, writing, copywriting and publishing contemporary quilt patterns. This exciting pursuit has taken me to trade and retail shows across the country and to England to teach and sell my patterns (Chase Adams Designs). During this time I started to notice that once a fabric was down to several yards on the bolt it was usually thrown out, ending in landfills. With this in mind I went back to my studio and began designing handbags from discarded decorator fabric and recycled leather, plus vintage kimono's and scarfs for the linings. Using the skills that I learned from a Master Level Leather class while in college, couture and quilt making techniques I was taught as a child, plus antique brass pieces and embroidery sourced from Europe, Vintage Chase was born! We are excited to be part of the eco-designer community that is striving to have our product represent as close to 100% recyled/upcycled as possible. Please take the time to visit my second store ChaseVintage.etsy.com, where I am offering an eclectic mix of vintage items for your home, and our upcoming online store at www.ChasingVintage.com. Also please visit my oldest daughters RiordanStudio.etsy.com She has a beautiful selection of vintage estate jewelry. Ahh, love it when things come full circle!"
bio written by VintageChase via the etsy profile

Gifts and Stars

Sea Urchin Ornament with Vintage Crystal
"Hi! Thank you for checking our profile! This is the place where we sell little gift goodies for you or someone else. Our main shop is here: http://staroftheeast.etsy.com where we sell our one of a kind and limited edition jewelry. We like to share our life in Turkey and Etsy's findings here: http://star-of-the-east.blogspot.com"
bio written by Esther & Estella via their etsy profile

tione

Kid Silk Shawl.
"My name is Magdalena. I live in Poland - on the bank of Baltic Sea. I love knitting in all colors and executable invoices. All items are hand knitted by me. I want to show in my shop."
mini-bio written by tione via the etsy profile

Lilla Jizo

Beach Glass, Kanzeon Bodhisattva (Kuan Yin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion)
"Lilla Jizo is Swedish for Little Jizo. Jizo is a helper and protector in Japanese Buddhism, pictured as a wandering monk and often with childlike appearance. Traditionally, he is the helper and protector of women, children and travellers. Since we are all travellers between Birth and Death, that means everyone is included... His vow is to not stop his efforts as long as there is still a single being suffering in the world. I chose my name Lilla Jizo because I have a strong personal connection to this being, and he often appears in my art, as you will notice if you visit my shop."
bio written by LillaJizo via the etsy profile
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cindymars7

Rose Plaid Capelet in Wool// Toggle closure
"Because of the women in my vast Dominican family, I grew up loving fabric and the idea that you could create virtually anything you wanted with it. After having worked in NY City's fashion district for over 15 years, I took a leap of faith, got married, moved out of state and fell in love all over again with my sewing machine. I get inspired by all that is around me : friends, family, rice pudding , vintage ( I serously wish I could time travel to just nab the amazing clothes from every era!!) and the countless magazines that keep accumulating in my husband's garage (sorry hun!). The items here are all a labor of love. As with any labor, there are the pains of having to change countless broken needles, ripping appart unacceptable stitching, pressing and smoothing until I am absolutely satisfied with the final product. My goal is to make sure you have a durable and unique item, so that you can enjoy it for as long as you own it."
bio written bu Mayka via the etsy profile

the Yarn Kitchen

Purple felted bowl / Three little bowls in pink, purple and violet
"Welcome to the Yarn Kitchen, I absolutely love natural fibers, yarns and fabrics. 40 years mum, I come back to DIY projects after a number of years totally absorbed by my day work and family. A felt class open the door .... and I'm here to share with you my passion. You will find here "only with my hand" made stuff. I like crocheting, knitting and felting. I like to sew bags, natural and eco fabrics, bright colours with a hint of ethnicity and sure I like cooking, maybe one day or another I'll start to sell sweet treats ;-). My home studio is becoming more and more like a magpie's nest. I just can't resist buying beautiful yarn coming from autoctonal breeds, or fabrics from everywhere (I'm on the way to 0 km but sometimes....I just can't resist!) in the world. I make felted placemats, bowls and vases and a number of bags that I can't keep all for myself so I want to try on Etsy. Peek inside my shop just to say hallo and chat a little together, I'm here!! Oh and if you want to see what I do in my "real" work have a look here: www.head-hands.com, I'm a web designer."
bio written by Stella via her etsy profile
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Vanessa Bullick

Spotted Ceramic Pot - Sawdust Fired
"I have been working as a potter in Scotland for over 15 years. I am Professional member of the Craft Potters Association, London, and have a degree in Sculpture from Edinburgh College of Art. To see my latest work follow my blog on vanessabullick.tumblr.com Featured in "Artmag" November 2011 Profile in "The Ceramics Book" 3rd edition published by Craft Potters Association, London February 2012. If there is a style of pot you are looking for which is not in my shop at the moment then please message me as I may have work in the studio not yet listed."
bio written by Vanessa via the etsy profile

Mariam Sitchinava

Feminine