Meet Etsy Seller JosCreationsGR

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Etsy shop JosCreationsGR

JosCreationsGR has been selling on Etsy since June 2013, they sell handmade polymer clay jewelry - baptism and wedding accessories! Today they are going to give us a little peak behind the scenes of their Etsy shop.

Spongebob Earrings, Spongebob and Patrick, Stud Earrings, Clip On Earrings, Cartoon Earrings, Polymer Clay Jewellery, Post Earrings JosCreationsGR €8.50

Baptism Witness Pins, Baptism Favors, Baptism Crosses, Clay Tags, Baptism Pins, Martirika, Religious Gifts, Baby Boy Shower Gift JosCreationsGR €14.00

Girl Baptism Decorations, Girl Favours, Witness Pins, Cross Tags, Guest Gifts, Martirika, Christening Favors, Μαρτυρικά JosCreationsGR €14.00

Baptism Favors, Guardian Angel Favors, Christening Decoration, Communion Favours, Baby Boy Baptism, Baby Girl Baptism, Angel Clay Tags JosCreationsGR €5.40

What motivated you to start your shop?
I've always loved art and designing my own jewelry.
Approximately 3 years ago I came across polymer clay. I was amazed by this material and excited of its endless possibilities.
After many years of working in an office I decided that it was time for me to change. It was time for me to do something that I actually love and enjoy.
So, it did not take me long to decide that I would open my own shop and share my polymer clay creations.

What is the story behind your shop name?
My actual name is Ioanna but since I grew up in Australia my non-Greek friends would call me Joanne or Jo.
When the time came for me to choose a name for my shop, I knew that I wanted something nice and simple. Jo's Creations came automatically to mind.
Further to some research I realized that Jo's Creations was not so unique after all so I decided to add GR at the end as in 'Greece' where I currently live.

What surprised you most about having your own craft / online shop?
The fact that your items are sold internationally. It is fascinating to know that your creations are worn or used by people at so many different countries.

What is your favourite creations from your shop?
I love all of my creations equally as they are all made with love, care and attention to detail. However if I was to choose just one then that would be the baby boy and baby girl baptism favors:

What's your personal philosophy behind your shop / products?
Customer satisfaction and exceptional quality comes first at Jo's Creations. If I am not 100% satisfied with an item then I will not sell it.

What do you do when you aren't working?
When I am not working I am either hanging out with my gorgeous two little boys; reading a book; catching up with friends; or just relaxing!

Please tell us a little about the children's items market / handmade movement in your Country? 
For the past (at least) two years the handmade items/creations have become very popular in Greece. People tend to spend time to do their research when they are after a particular product and they have become much more appreciative of creativeness.

JosCreationsGR is offering a 15% discount in her shop. To use the coupon visit her etsy store and enter code "ETSYKIDS" at checkout. Valid until December 31st 2014.

Snowmen Earrings, Polymer Clay Jewelry, Snowman Earrings, Christmas Earrings, Kawaii Jewelry JosCreationsGR €8.00

Letter Decorations, Decorative Letters, Baptism Decorations, Clay Letters, Name Banner, Pink Letters, Christening Favors JosCreationsGR €1.70

Polka Dot Letters, Boys Baptism, Name Banner, Personalized Favors, Baptism Decoration, Polymer Clay Letters, Letter Ornament JosCreationsGR €1.70

Best Wishes Tag, Gift Tags, Wish Tree Wedding Tags, Baptism Favors, Wedding Favors, Wedding Wish Tags, Pack of 10 or 25 JosCreationsGR €7.00

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Treasury Challenge #44 - Lived happily ever after..

The theme for the EtsyKids Team treasury challenge #44 was "Lived happily ever after..".
Our team members created lots of beautiful treasuries featuring some amazing items, but the winner with a whooping 112 views is...

Lived happily ever after... by TwistedSisterShop

A wonderful collection of princess and prince themed children's decor, clothing and birthday party decorations. Let your children escape into this fairytale!

Girls Dress Peasant Unicorn Rainbow Princess Boutique Clothing By Lucky Lizzy's LuckyLizzys $35.00	Pink Princess Castle Hair Clip Magnificence $5.00	PRINCESS CASTLE - Kids Bean Bag Set of 4 - Party Favor - Stocking Stuffer HappyBabeeandBeeyond $10.00	Custom Flower Felt Crown - Fairy Princess Photo Prop, Ivory, Pink, Turquoise stitchinnetka $37.00
GIRLS | Nursery Art | Wall Art | 5x7 | 8x10 | 11x14 | Princess | Set of 4 Prints gemberlelie $34.00	Rapunzel Princess Custom Thank You Notes - Let Down Your Hair Collection from Tea Party Designs TeaPartyDesigns $10.00	Natural Waldorf Inspired Knight Doll- miniature bendy doll WildflowerInnocence $25.99	Little princesses bathroom rules, Kids Decor, Kids Wall Art, Baby Decor, Nursery prints, princesses bathroom decor, bathroom rules art RainbowsLollipopsArt $18.00
Lil' Princess Hand Painted Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle ThePuzzledOne $45.00	NEW - Custom Handpainted Boutique Childrens Hair Bow Holder Personalized Princess Castle - EXTRA LARGE TTotBoutique $79.95	Crown Headband -- Gold & Silver Glitter -- Photo Prop deargraceandparker $10.00	Fairytale Frog and Princess-------2 ponytail holders CuckooBoo $4.75
Knight Birthday Shirt - Boys Birthday - Knight And Shining Armor - Prince - Monogrammed Birthday Shirt CreationsSewFabulous $22.00	Castle Cupcake Wrappers In Your Choice of Color Qty 12 By Your Little Cupcake YourlittleCupcake $10.00	Baby soft shoes, reversible shoes, fairytale castle CraftaholicShop €12.00	Pillowcase Dress Fairytale Princess Land Pink Lime Green with Castles Carriages Ponies Owls Rainbows baby toddler girl lilsweetieboutique $20.00

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Thank you TwistedSisterShop for creating such a lovely treasury!

TwistedSisterShop sells baby birth stats prints, birth announcements, nursery quotes and party invites . We love this nursery art print. Visit her shop to see more of her wonderful creations.

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Meet Etsy Seller KSMonkeysBoutique

KSMonkeysBoutique has been selling on Etsy since March 2014, they sell beautiful handmade custom clothing and embroidery items! Today they are going to give us a little peak behind the scenes of their Etsy shop.


What motivated you to start your shop?
I started sewing as a young girl, helping an elderly neighbor sew for babies in the hospital. From that time forward I was always sewing. After I had my first child in April of 2005 I wanted the cute boutique clothing for her but as a young couple we couldn't afford the high prices. I started making her cute outfits and then my family and friends started asking for me to make their girls dresses. I didn't officially open KSMonkeys until my 2nd daughter was born in 2007.

What is the story behind your shop name?
I originally names my shop Beautiful Baby Bugz, After I had my third daughter in 2009 I knew I wanted to rename the shop something after my girls. I have always called all of my girls my little monkeys and my older 3 first initials are K, S and M. So after playing with lots of names my husband said on day how about KSMonkeys. And so KSMonkeys was born!

What surprised you most about having your own craft / online shop?
What surprised me the most is the amount of orders I get! My family has always said that is a nice hobby to have, but won't pay the bills! I love that I am now doing something I love and paying those bills!

What is your favourite creations from your shop?
Oh jeez picking just one!! I think if I had to pick one it would be my set with the shirt "Happy Girls are the Prettiest Girls" I tell my girls this all the time!

What do you find most challenging about being an Etsy seller?
The most challenging thing about selling on Etsy is the amount of creativity that is out there. There are some days that I will just browse Etsy! There are a lot of creative and talented crafters out there!

What's your personal philosophy behind your shop / products?
I have always said If I won't put it on my girls then I won't put it on yours! I am somewhat of a perfectionist and I have been know to redo an outfit for the slightest imperfection.

What do you do when you aren't working?
When I am not working I love playing with my girls, hanging out with my husband or jsut relaxing after a hard days work.

KSMonkeysBoutique is offering a 15% discount in her shop. To use the coupon visit her etsy store and enter code "ETSYKIDS" at checkout. Valid until December 31st 2014.


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September Design Challenge Winner!

Septembers's Design Challenge had the theme "Team Colours".
We had lots of lovely entries from our team member but the winning entry with the most votes was...

Crochet Auburn Football Inspired Beanie with Paw Print Toddler to Adult by WhimsicalMimsys

Let's get ready for some football!!! Get toddlers through adults ready for football season with this Auburn inspired beanie. Navy blue with orange trim and paw print lets you show your team pride while keeping your head warm.

Here are some more lovely items from WhimsicalMimsys.
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Bubble Wrap Fall Tree Project

Have your little ones create Fall trees using left over bubble wrap.  This is a fun and super easy eco-friendly craft for little ones of all ages.

What you'll need:

                   paper: heavier stock paper works best

                              squares of bubble wrap. mine were about 4x4
         paints-yellow,red,orange,brown
 brown markers or crayons

Directions:

1. If you child is older they can draw their own tree trunk, if they are younger draw it for them.
2. Put a thin layer of each color of paint on a left over lid or reusable bowl or plate.
3. Show your child how to take the square of bubble wrap into their hand and dip it into the paint, then dab up and down on the paper in different spots above the tree trunk.
4. Use different colors to create a fun Fall picture. Enjoy!

Dorinda's shop, Raising Green Kids, offers natural and eco-friendly products for your household. Follow her on Facebook and twitter and at her blog.

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