my folk lover

House by the Sea

Tutus Chic

Orange Sherbet Flower Girl tutu in six layers, three different soft orange sherbet colors. Sewn and ties with a satin sash.
"Tutus have been a part of my life for a very long time. As a former professional ballet dancer, I lived to wear a tutu and lived in a tutu. Now I love to see my ideas come to life in the form of an original design. It is the same creative process as creating a role or a ballet on stage.
Creating tutus with the traditional look of a classical romantic ballet in any color or colors. ...known to have been inspired by the paintings of Degas and his Paris Opera dancers whose waists are wrapped in silk and satin over clouds of tulle.
However progressive fashion grabs my attention --nothing is better than Parisian chic with a romantic edge! Creating original headpieces and accessories is part of my history as well.
Tradition is important for classical ballet for without inspiration, life is dull. That is why making tutus of my own design sans pattern- with color- with movement- is a way of life now.
I love it. ♥
I love hearing about how you love them. ♥♥
I love seeing women of all ages enjoy them! ♥♥♥
BACKGROUND:
--Formerly a professional ballet dancer and currently a ballet teacher.
What is different about our tutus?
---they take at least 2-10 hours to make. Attention to detail and quality endures.
--gathered and sewn in traditional classical ballet construction, no knotting on elastic or ribbon.
--they tie on so there is room to grow and you can tie them in back, to the side or in front with a beautiful finished bow
-- double-faced unique and beautiful ribbons for your comfort and longevity."
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loella medina

Carnelian Garnet Pink Sapphire and Gold fill Earrings- Jacquelyn Limited Edition Earrings
"I am New York City based self taught jewelry designer. I started making jewelry at the very early age of ten years old. My love for jewelry was born as a way to pass the time while trying to adjust to life in the big apple. My father, a Civil Engineer, accidentally started making jewelry years before me when he discovered an abandoned tool box decked out with beads and pliers at a construction site. When he decided to devote all his time to his newly formed business, I took over the pliers and beads and my passion for jewelry began.
Every piece of jewelry in my collections have been created to bring an aura of sensuality and romance to each woman wearing it and each piece is one of a kind even when it is part of a limited edition collection. My jewelry line has been inspired mainly by my cultural background, my travels and of course my life experience living in the multi-cultural city of New York."
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Originally uploaded by Sarah Burnie

flower cupcakes 253

flower cupcakes 253
Originally uploaded by hello naomi

by sweet mom

Pink Crochet Flower Lace Cuff Wrist Band
"Our shop's name is inspired from our Sweet creative MOM!
We are a cosy family shop! You can find handmade knitting,crochet clothings,ooak bags & clutchs, fashionable wearable accessories and home accessories in our shop! We create our designs with love and passion, all items are handmade by my sweet mom and us."
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joy st.claire

Pathway into Fog (8x10 Fine Art Photograph)
"My photography is an expression of my love of beautiful light, the surprises found in a garden or nature, quiet but powerful still life’s and the feeling of Lake Michigan and Up North nature. I create photographs that cultivate memories of my days spent wandering through the woods at my grandfather’s farm and playing in the garden with my Aunt Anna. It is my hope that my work evokes good thoughts and feelings in the viewer.
I enjoy experimenting with old cameras and the imagery they produce, and find inspiration in old faded photographs and art from past times, especially the art of the 1920s and 1930s."
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water rose

Retro Christmas Hand Embroidery Ornament
"My creativity was influenced and inspired by my mother and grandmother. My mother was an embroidery artisan and with patience and love she taught me many of the stitches that you see in my creations. My paternal grandmother was an extraordinary quilter and she spent time with me cutting pieces, sewing and then making a quilt. I was embraced in traditional arts growing up. I collect textiles, vintage and new, to make many of my creations. With the loving knowledge given to me by these special women I create items that will bring joy to your life. These creations are heirloom pieces that will be enjoyed by future generations."
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made mary

Holly Jolly Garland
"I began knitting and embroidering as a teenager and have just recently begun machine and sashiko sewing.
I am currently a stay-at-home/homeschooling mom of a very energetic boy, and two energetic cats. My husband is a mathematician, and doesn't require as much chasing around as the boy and the cats. In an earlier life I taught environmental studies and I continue to be interested in environmental issues and "greening" my household."
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The Haunted Hollow Tree

walking the earth - original mixed media pyrography painting
"My name is Lauren and I am 30 years old and live in Southeastern Pennsylvania. My main focus hovers between pyrography work and mixed media paintings. I have an absolute unshakable love for figurative work and find myself always drawn back to the study of the human form. I have been self studying art for 8 year now, and while I have considered attending art courses in the past (and a few years ago would have jumped at the opportunity) I am now at a point where I really embrace the process of working without influence.
I love to collect things as well, especially art! I have two small children so I am also very into crafting and home decor. When I am not working here in my art shop you can also find me over at http://saysthetree.etsy.com which is the home to the craftier side of my work."
bio written by Lauren via her etsy profile.

cool tricks

Little Wool House - Hand Embroidered - Gnome Home - Room Decor - Felt Art - Pincushion
"My name is Toni and I live in the small town of Plains in Northwestern Montana. My husband and I have been married for 29 years and we have five children, all grown. I am also the granny of five lovely grandchildren in ages 7 years through 8 months. They are the testers for all my toy designs.
I started out making quilts and branched out into toys. I was one of those kids who really believed my toys were alive, maybe this has something to do with why I enjoy making them so much. I have also found Kitchen items satisfying to my soul, the kitchen is the heart of the home and I get to quilt when I make Pot Holders since they have batting in them.
All items are originals designed by me, Toni, and are lovingly made in my home, one at a time, no assembly line involved."
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yoola

small pomegranate in delicious orange
"My name is Yael, I'm a professional industrial designer and a partner in a design firm called Baribua(.com).
My work demands a lot of creativity, but since all the work is done on the computer, it leaves my hands "starving". For many years I was looking for an era in which I could create my final designs in my own hands.
Naturally, I never really had the time to look for it. But then, luckily, life summoned me with a relocation period to Switzerland, not designing for a while, left me with a growing hunger which led me into taking a jewelry course. The course was a big success, I went back home by the end of the first day in ecstasy, I haven’t felt that way for a long time. I started carrying my sketch book with me everywhere, designing new pieces.
The reactions of my friends at the international school my kids went to, were very encouraging, the mom's just loved my designs, first orders came in and I was so happy. I established a little atelier at home, and started exploring new techniques and fine tuning my skills.
Meantime, that great pause has ended and I'm back home, back in my design firm, meaning again I didn’t have much time for my jewelry work.
But again, life summoned me with a jeweler that saw my work, loved it and asked to put it on display at his shop. I was reminded again how much I love creating jewelry and decided I will not neglect it.
So here I am, in my new etsy shop, hoping you will love my stuff and encourage me to create more and more.
I invite you to visit me from time to time and see what's new."
bio written by Yael via her etsy profile
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erin johnson photography

Two Horses Fine Art Photography Print 5x7
"My name is Erin and I am a full-time graphic designer but photography is where my heart truly lies. I hope to one day travel the world."
mini-bio written by Erin via her etsy profile
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nancy van den boom

Art Necklace original oil painting poppies on copper pendant with chain
"My name is Nancy van den Boom (Nancy "of the Tree") and I live in the Netherlands, close to the exciting city of Amsterdam.
I discovered oil painting in 2004, and ever since then it has been my passion. The colours of the oilpaint and the magic of creating texture and form with brushes make painting such a joy for me. My studio is my home.
I love to paint trees, birds, flowers and landscapes and sometimes people too.
Summer 2010 I decided to make wearable art with my paintings.
I like the idea to make paintings for another purpose than "just" hanging them on a wall or to put them on a desk. I the attention my wearable art gets. I love making them and they seem to be liked a lot.
I have sold paintings and wearable art to customers in the US, England, France, Switzerland, Canada, Australia, Turkey and the Netherlands.
I had no painting-education, I am self taught.
Must be my name (van den Boom, "of the Tree") that I am so very much inspired by trees. I love all their ways of appearance and it's such a challenge to capture their endless beauty in all their forms."
bio written by Nancy via her etsy profile
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jupiter designs

mermaid believe altered art sign collage
"I am a 28 year old full time graphic design student, single mother of one independent 6 year old little girl with lots of spunk, altered artist and homemaker. I find inspiration in the sea and love anything to do with it, mermaids are my favorite art pieces to create. I love the unique and unusual, I love dark art and skeletons, but equally enjoy fairy's and hearts.
I appreciate everything hand made and take a great deal of time and care when making my own pieces.
I have been creating and selling collages and altered art for 10+ years now (drawing/painting since I can remember) and have been selling my work online for almost 7. I have had local shows and sold in boutiques in Sedona, AZ.
I am working on a book, and will soon be focusing on getting some pieces published but have not found enough time to do so!"
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Maddie M

Originally uploaded by Maddie M.

Like stars burning holes
Right through the dark.

是我的海

是我的海
Originally uploaded by VelvetMomoKo

Bucktoothed Bunny

LOVE Languages - Tote Bag - Red on Natural - Cotton Canvas
"My name is Toni and I am the person behind the Bucktoothed Bunny. I live with my husband and two teen-aged boys in Massachusetts. I've had many different professions over the years, including being a photographer, a computer graphic artist, and retail store owner.
After my family's store went out of business, I turned to the internet to sell off left-over inventory. What I discovered was that I loved selling online. I decided to start making t-shirts, which I had made for promotional purposes at my store, and that is where Etsy came in. I love the flexibility of Etsy! I can try new ideas and designs, put them out there, and see what works! I love the Etsy community! It's been so wonderful getting to know so many people from all over the world!
Adding to my love of Etsy is the fact that my family has been getting involved! Both of my sisters, Tammy(TameraHerrod) and Traci(Chaseylacey), love Etsy and making treasuries! My husband, Doug, shows up with comments on treasuries here and there as Meshugehblu. My son, Zachary, helps me with packaging for my online sales. My son, Josh, is getting involved as well! He, with his recent purchase of steampunk goggles, has discovered the beauty of Etsy!!"
bio written by Toni via her etsy profile

wild sun art

Little Red Robin - original watercolour
"I'm a Brisbane based artist, with a background in printmaking, drawing and painting. I specialise in Australian wildlife art, using a range of different mediums, and I've been exhibiting and selling my art for over fifteen years."
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one garnet girl

Signature Garnet Ring with a Slim band
"Working with metals and delicious gemstones is pure heaven to me and brings me a great amount of happiness. In my world a perfect day would consist of a few hours in my studio, a long walk with the family and a fresh burrito. Or two.
I love what I do, and I hope you will too. Because of the effects of mining on our planet I make every attempt to use recycled metals. All of the gold I use is recycled, as well as the majority of my silver. I use only fair trade and conflict free diamonds. I select gemstones from a local wholesaler whose owner and gemstone buyer holds a Graduate Gemology degree from the Gemological Institute of America. Each stone they receive is checked to be natural and they only detail in natural stones.
My number one inspiration for a design concept is color. I love bright, rich hues coupled with smooth lines- bringing out the beauty in both. I offer you elegant jewelry that you won't worry about wearing."
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baby jives

A little bird told me - sculpture on yarn wrapped branch in blues
"I believe that the things we surround our children with should be as wonderful and imaginative as they are. With that in mind, I am trying to make some magic.
Baby Jives creates modern heirlooms that you will want to keep long after the nursery is gone. Every object is made by hand in my smoke-free studio using contemporary designer fabrics, reclaimed natural materials, and a trusty old Bernina Record.
Baby Jives is the handiwork of Jahje Bath Ives, an artist and mother living and working in Philadelphia, PA. Before it was a company, Baby Jives was the nickname for our little one, then he was born and he got a real name. When I’m not sewing, I can be found chasing after my toddler, cooking delicious vegetarian dinners, and daydreaming about my next mobile."
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chasing the crayon

Original Art, Mermaid and Fish painting
"I am a freelance Illustrator, living on the border of England and Wales, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
My visual interests are character led, narrative images. I work mainly in pencil and watercolour with a dash of collage. I find this approach suits the way I work and the mood I want to create. I am inspired by words, stories, poems and very tall tall tales. Other inspiration is gleaned from choice finds in second hand bookshops or on colourful flea market stalls. My work is an assortment of eccentric individuals in a variety of guises; playful, humorous and a touch surreal.
I want to develop my own narrative, create frivolous and quirky drawings. Most of all I aim to keep the work fresh and interesting, for myself and anyone who cares to cast an eye over it."
bio written by ChasingTheCrayon via her etsy profile
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jenny n design

Traveler in Red Toile
"I'm a 24-year-old Biomedical Engineer turned Fashion Designer. I graduated in May 2009 with a Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin (Go Longhorns!), but decided to go full-time designing hand bags instead. Best decision ever.
I sketch the final silhouettes of each bag in a notebook, then reverse engineer the design to create a template. I meticulously assess each dimension to minimize waste and scraps while still maintaining high aesthetic. Then I cut the fabric and start sewing on my industrial sewing machine!
I photograph and model all my products. My unpaid male model intern (my boyfriend) models my men's bags. He's my favorite.
I make all of my products in a smoke-free studio with a Pug named Hubert sleeping at my feet during the process. All items are made with lots of love and care."
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steve mitchell

Ceres, original mixed media painting
"I have worked for various publishers, as well as just painting for myself, and so the range of subjects and styles you will find is quite varied."
mini-bio written by Steve via his etsy profile
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the eye

Show me Your Colour - Fine Art Photography
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Symphonie

Symphonie
Originally uploaded by Flibustier et Cie

written by the photographer about this photo, in french:
"Aujourd'hui, je fais une entorse à une de mes règles, oui parce que d'habitude je ne poste jamais plusieurs photos d'une même personne, par peur de lasser les personnes regardant mes photos mais là c'est différent, parce que j'en ai réellement envie.
Nous avons fait durant ces 2 jours, assez peu de photos, je ne dois pas avoir au total plus de 70 photos, mais nombreuses sont celles qui me plaisent réellement... une question de chance.
Comme nous étions tous les deux trop fatigués pour faire des photos en intérieur le premier jour, nous les avons fait au matin du deuxième jour, et par chance (je vous le dis, il en faut toujours ^^) la lumière était belle, et Audrey toujours aussi radieuse, sublime (il ne faut pas avoir peur des mots).
Je ne sais pas laquelle des deux versions je préfère, elles me plaisent toutes les deux. La première étant le scan fidèle de néga et la deuxième un poil modifiée..."

translated via yahoo babel fish:
"Aujourd' today, I make a distorsion with one of my rules, yes because d' practice I never post several photographs d' the same person, by fear of wearying the people looking at my photographs but there c' is different, because j' in want really. We made during these 2 days, relatively little photographs, I should not have on the whole more than 70 photographs, but many are those which I really like… a question of chance. As we were both too tired to make photographs in interior the first day, we did them in the morning of the second day, and by chance (I say it to you, one always needs ^^ of it) the light was beautiful, and Audrey always so radiant, sublimates (one should not be afraid of the words). I do not know which of the two versions I, I prefer like them both. The first being the faithful scan of néga and the modified second a hair… "

Golden carpet of leaves

Golden carpet of leaves
Originally uploaded by Habub3

Walk on the autumn Neckar Island in Tübingen / Germany

autumn art

Winter White and Ivory Fiber Chains and Felt Blooms Fabric Statement Necklace
"I like creating art, and I like coffee. I especially like creating art while drinking coffee. I like new takes on old ideas. And wise women. Owls are nice, too. And slip-on moccasins. And herb gardens. And vintage aprons. And baby gibberish."
bio written by Autumn Art via her etsy profile

wendy jung ceramics

Medium Porcelain Nightlight
"I have always been into making things. Not just in ceramics, but anything; wood, paper, metal, card, beads, fabric...... I'm happiest pottering at home or in the garden. I hate waste and love salvaging and collecting beautiful old things, too many things apparently. 
For ten years I have been working with clay creating handmade functional objects. I also sell some of the curiosities I collect.
Almost all of my work is made using a technique called slip casting. I have an idea and then make the necessary plaster models and moulds. I love working in white porcelain and have perfected the technique of piercing to produce unusual pierced light forms and tea light holders. I also make vases, hanging ornaments / decorations, things for my house, whatever else I feel like doing. 
Everything is made at my studio in the beautiful Sussex countryside in Battle, just outside Hastings."
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valerie galloway

Polka Dot Parisienne
"A little about me:I'm a photographer and painter living in Tucson, Arizona with my partner and son.We lived in NYC for eleven years which was absolutely fabulous, but Tucson has it's charms as well. One of the great things about living here is the wonderful community of artists and the plethora of swimming pools! Don't love the 110 heat in the summer, though, I really prefer cloudy, windy days. I was born in France and have lived in many places including Hawaii, Maryland, Phoenix, Germany, California, New York and now back to Tucson. I travel to Paris whenever possible and hope to one day spend my summers there.
A little about my work: I am a passionate artist,very much influenced by cinema and old family photos. I love to take a memory or impression and reshape it into a lovely vision. I love going to wonderful museums and interesting gallery exhibtions."
bio written by Valerie via her etsy profile

lilliput loft

enchanted tree - porchlight pixies
"Here you will discover items that are totally unnecessary but absolutely essential. Every piece carefully created with much love and whimsy, to make your everyday enchanted. Everything you see is very well handmade in a smoke free home, and originates from a desire to enhance childhood memories, whether they are nostalgic or currently being lived. A moment lasts all of a second but the memory lives on forever.
Please drop by and say hello. We have an obsession with detail, and a lot of our customers have said that when their item arrived it was better than they even imagined it would be...so, we have uploaded a lot of extra photos of our unique pieces for you to get a better idea of the quality of our work."
bio written by lilliputloft via their etsy shop announcement
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brooklit

ellie
"Hello, my name is Brooke Hagel. I am an artist and designer living in Manhattan. I am a graduate of New York's Fashion Institute of Technology, where I majored in Fashion Design and took advantage of everything the campus of NYC had to offer; I've dabbled in the fashion industry, wardrobe for television and theater, photo styling, and product design and development.
I'm starting this Etsy shop because fashion and drawing are my passions and I haven't been doing it enough in recent years. I love to sit down and create and hope you'll like my creations!"
bio written by Brooke via her etsy profile
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tuckoo and moocow

hand painted necklace, original watercolor pendant, Chickadee
"My name is Sarah-Lambert Cook and I like tiny stuff. This is ironic since I am surrounded by a lot of not-so-tiny things: oldest of 6 children, am married to a man who is related to all of western Kansas, enjoy enormous novels, and have a very long first name.
To remedy this, I married a man who is the smallest (at 5‘11“) in his hardy German family, own a Cairn terrier, watch short films, journal in little notebooks and paint tiny things. After creating these little pictures, I began to wonder, “Hmm, what should I do with all of this?” The answer was obvious: stuff them into pendants and sell them to you, the whimsy loving public.
Since I love to laugh, adventure, sit in treehouses, liberate garden gnomes, read, and watch movies so much these themes run rampant through my quirky pieces."
bio written by Sarah via her etsy profile
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Judith Beads

Lampwork Glass Floral Focal Bead
"I live in Hove on the south coast of England and make lampwork glass beads and jewelery in my garden studio.
I have been working with beads for some years but started making lampwork glass beads in February 2002. I was immediately enchanted by this mesmerising process and have not looked back.....most days I can be found in my studio melting glass with silver and cubic ziconia and whispering 'oooh shiney'"
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Only Pretty Things

Feather Study - Original Watercolor Painting
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woolly fabulous

Felt and zipper Blue jay brooch
"My name is Odile Gova (Desgroseilliers).
I am mostly self taught, although I have made attempts at Art college and various workshops over the past 25 years. I am deeply passionate and committed to my art forms. I'm a stay at home mother, how lucky am I ??!! . My felt is made from reclaimed wool sweaters that I find at thrift stores and the like."
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Nueva Espana

Scarlet - Deep Red Vintage Style Special Occasion Necklace
"I’m an avid reader, lover of music and obsessed with the cinema. My first love is watercolor and sewing, and my fascination for everything that shimmers and sparkles, rhinestones and beautiful fabric has brought me to creating jewelry. I studied clothing design in my native state of Sonora, Mexico and I've been an Arizona transplant for almost two decades. I love mixing different mediums, new items and vintage pieces, you know the saying…Something old, something new…And definitively fashionable and beautiful."
bio written by Lyda via her etsy profile
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sumiko

Wheel Thrown, Hand Carved Candle Holder, Vinca
"My name is Sumiko Braithwaite. I have had a love affair with all art forms since I was a teenager. I was born in Kumamoto, Japan, amd began studying fine arts while still in High School.
I traveled to Italy in 1958 and studied under local artists there. I was married while in Naples and put my artistic endeavors on hold while I raised my family.
Besides my four years in Italy, I lived in Washington, D.C., Honolulu, HI and finally settled in San Diego, CA.
I became serious with art as a student at Miramar College where I received an AA degree in Fine Art. I attended a class in clay at Mesa College and found my calling. At Mesa I studied ceramics, sculpting and glaze technology under Dr. John Conrad. Dr. Conrad is a world famous author and a Master Potter.
I create unique "Double Wall" pottery in a style that is definitely all my own. You can see examples at www.ceramicsbysumiko.com and www.doublewallpottery.com
Examples of my work can be found in many private collections worldwide."
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cool ranch studio

affection no.9/ original painting on canvas
"i am a painter and stay-at-home mommy who lives in the boston area and sometimes in vermont, with my husband, little boy, and a big black cat. i feel lucky to finally be at a place in my life where i can truly say i love my work. there are so many talented & lovely artists/craftspeople on etsy and every day i am inspired in some way by someone. if only there were more time in the day!
a little way-background: i can't remember a time when i didn't think of myself as an artist (i have very clear memories of secretly making little books under my desk in elementary school). as an adult, i went to school for graphic arts, philosophy, and photography. i really enjoy the messiness of painting, and love to mix and play with color."
bio written by coolranchstudio via her etsy profile
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bellaboowhoo

alice doll and wonder extras

Lisa Falzon

The Wrecker - mermaid and harp
"I am 27 years old. 'Meluseena' has been my online alias ever since I've been online (1998!). It's a corruption of the name 'Melusine', who happens to be the heroine in a French fairytale I love.
I live in rural Ireland at the moment, but I lived in France for a while and before that, Malta. I think of myself as a citizen of the world.
I'm a writer and illustrator, working primarily in the digital medium. I've done children's book illustrations, book covers, CD covers, banners for buses, billboards.
I published my first book November 08, called 'Xi Mkien Iehor', it's a children's book in my native language, Maltese. It was published by Merlin, book publishers in Malta.
I used to take part in solo and group exhibitions, but I've discovered that selling art directly to buyers all over the world is much more satisfactory"
bio written by Lisa via her etsy profile
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The Brooch Boutique

large magenta satin silk corsage
"...The Brooch Boutique... specializes in unique handcrafted pins, especially satin silk and organza corsages as well as chic beaded crochet flowers. I find brooches small pieces of art that embellish clothing, purses, pillows - and you name it - and add a touch of elegance, beauty and fun to every woman’s wardrobe. This is why I’m so in love with them!
About me:
I’m 32 years old living in Denmark, northern Europe, with my husband and my beautiful little son. When I'm not creating I'm an accountant and furthermore I have graduated in Italian language/literature and ancient Greece studies from the university of my home town. My interest in culture, history and people fuels my passion of travelling and my husbond, son and I go as often as possible. I really want to see the whole world and it feels so good to know that my creations travel the world too"
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second look jewelry

Butter Cream Hand Sculpted Resin Flower Statement Necklace
"Second Look Jewelry combines vintage costume jewelry with new materials to update, recycle and create a second look; a new statement piece.
Each piece is carefully put together and One of a Kind. A signature of mine are the hand sculpted, hand painted resin flowers tucked into many of the designs."
bio written by SecondLookJewelry via etsy

call me mimi

Hand Crocheted Orange Collar Necklace
"My name is Lucia, I am a wife, a mother, and I love to knit, to crochet, and to create lovely things with my hands.
I learned how to handle yarns when I was five years old, and since then, I made tons of handmade presents for my friends and relatives."
bio written by Lucia via her etsy profile

MaaPstudio

Copacabana Sterling Silver Chain Necklace With Sky Blue Porcelain Beads
"I have started my artistic journey in Zakopane called “”magical place” which is surrounded by polish Tatra mountains. It could be compare with Paris Montparnass . The cafés and bars of Zakopane were a meeting place where artistic ideas were hatched and mulled over .There I have created my first designs which has been inspired by nature.
From there I have moved to Gdansk where I have gained Master Degree in Fine Arts and ceramics .Living on the coast of Baltic sea completely changed my way of seeing the objects . During this period I have been obsessed with research of structure and tensions in the material.
Later in UK where I am currently living I continued my development and started to work with parian porcelain. I set the studio and started to
design stylish jewellery. My commitment is to create quality piece of art with effortless modernity and lasting value.
Maap Studio is a small workshop specializing in design and production of contemporary jewellery. In all my creations you can see an appreciation of material. What makes it so unique is parian porcelain clay. I am turning that into great quality wearable work of art. Every piece is enriched with a subtle palette of colour , inspired by nature."
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AJJPhotography

First Frost

vintage me

Romantic Statement Rosette Necklace-Zipper In My Heart

bark decor

fallen timber wall ornament
"I'm a total nature lover. I've spent countless hours studying and drawing nature. My finest and first animal drawing of a cat, drawn at age 5, is still stuck on the fridge at my parents house. It remains a reminder of the genuine greatness of drawing."
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obsolete world

If You Listen Very Carefully You Can Hear the Quiet Sound of a Better World
"There is a world tucked away behind this one.
An old world made up of endless fields,
distant hills and timeworn cliffs.
A place where the sun is always setting.
A land in which extinct
slow-moving monsters and
elegant gentle-faced creatures
of all shapes and sizes reside.
Delicately balancing their hope with despair.
Reminiscent of long departed dreams
and uncollected thoughts.
Time stands still here
so as to let the residents gaze
in solitude
upon the vast
richly textured skies.
Forever in search of a place
to better sit and watch
their world pass them by."
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sparkflight

Finch Wire Sculpture Bird
"I'm Ruth Jensen, and my wonderful husband and I live on a Minnesota marsh from which I get way too much inspiration. I've been "making stuff" since I was a little kid. I studied art briefly in college, but took a degree in accounting, so I'm mainly a self-taught artist -- definitely a never-ending education! I quit my day job a few years ago, and now spend most of my time making wire sculpture, with occasional forays into carving, painting, jewelry-making, etc., etc. The name Sparkflight came from the business started by our 24-year-old son shortly before his sudden death in 2002 ... Some things you never get used to. Three more adult sons thrive in their highly individual ways.
About the wire sculpture: I'm enthralled with the transparency of wire. It's perfect for revealing the extraordinary beauty, transience, sometimes humor of what appears to be ordinary. I make each sculpture one twist at a time, without patterns or molds, using bazillions of pieces of straight wire. I "see" the shape I want, and make the wires come together in that shape, like putting a puzzle together. (I love puzzles.)
My pieces are meant to intrigue and delight the viewer, to combat the overabundance of dull ugliness in the world."
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