Bunny Treasury!

Check out this amazing collection compiled by AbbasGirl: (<-- click to see her shop!)




Better hurry and take a peek though, treasuries don't last for long! This one will be gone tomorrow.

Etsy Texas Crafters are holding a First Monday sale!

Here's what's going on:

BBBRRRRRR! It’s cold outside! Pour yourself a cup of hot cocoa with mini marshmallows and come shopping with the Etsy Texas Crafters Team for our monthly 1st Monday Sale. We have great prices that are sure to warm you up!

With 72 ETC shops participating this month, there's something for everyone, including LOTS of great deals! But don’t dawdle . . . these sales and special offers are only available from 12:01 am Monday, February 2nd to 12:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 3rd, Central Time (that's 1:01am Monday to 1:00am Tuesday, Etsy Time).

Please wait for revised invoices on purchases from the following sales list, unless listing specifies that items are already marked down (or gives other instructions). Discounts do not apply to shipping unless “Free shipping” is indicated.

Here's this month's sales list.....

EtsyTexasCrafters.etsy.com - Team shop loaded with Texas goodies!
50% off all items in shop


%-Off Sales: Discount does NOT apply to shipping unless specified

2muchstuff2day.etsy.com - Hand knit cloths, hand knit baby items and natural stone jewelry
25% off all items
AngeliquesCreations.etsy.com - Strung and Memory Wire jewelry
15% off all items in shop
AngelsAndOutlaws.etsy.com - Heirloom sewing, quilts and romantic vintage jewelry.
25% off all items in shop
ApacheMoon.etsy.com - One-of-a-kind Silver jewelry. Every purchase is a donation to animal rescue.
15% off all items in shop - good with any other sale, coupon, or offer.
artbyjc.etsy.com - original paintings , painted on leaves , wood , metal , paper and canvas , ACEOs , tote bags , and vintage.
15% off and free gift with purchase .
beachcomberscove.etsy.com - Original Design Jewelry with a Tropical Twist
20% off regular listed prices (excluding beachy bargains section.) and Free shipping in the US; half price shipping internationally.
BesemNaturalScents.etsy.com - luxurious natural soap and candles!
20% off all purchases
ByBethStudio.etsy.com - OOAK Quilted Art- Mini-Quilts, Wall Hangings, ATC/ACEO, Journals, Fabric Postcards, Bookmarks
20% off all items
ComfortAndJoyCrochet.etsy.com - Handmade scarves, neckwarmers, cowls, and more
20% off everything in the shop
Crossties.etsy.com - Hand knit accessories
20 % off everything in my shop
deannedesigns.etsy.com - Totes, handbags, wristlets and more
10% off all items in shop
deathlycute.etsy.com - Unique and Trendy Quilts, Bracelets, and Achy Paks
15% off entire shop
DuctTapeAndDenim.etsy.com - Vintage papers, fabrics, trims, & other ephemera; kits & paper packs
20% off everything in the shop
Fabfrills.etsy.com - Unique handmade bags and art dolls with attitude
20% off all items in shop
Finderskeepersthings.etsy.com - Inspired glass, charms, jewelry, and original art.
25% off all items in shop
GrandmaMarilyns.etsy.com - Beautiful Handcrafted Beadwoven Jewelry
15% off all items in shop
GrandmaMarilynsToo.etsy.com - Crafting supplies and destash
15% off all items in shop
HandmadeWhimzy.etsy.com - Beaded Bookmarks, Unique jewelry and more!
25% off all items (excludes Clearance items)
itsmecheri.etsy.com - Just Plain Fun Stuff / / / Elegant Adornments of the Mature Woman
50% off one(1) item valued at $10.00 or more - one discount per customer
joyfulfind.etsy.com - vintage treasures and more to bring you joy!
15% off all items in shop
Kelseyskorner.etsy.com - Handmade Quilted Holiday Ornaments for every taste, style and personality. We specialize in custom orders.
15% off all items in shop
killerbeedesigns.etsy.com - Business card holders, Patterns, Wine bottle carriers, Textile art, ACEO's, Purses on Clearance!
20% off all items in shop except textile art larger than 6" x 8"
laurenandrews.etsy.com - Natural stone sterling silver, gold fill jewelry and original paintings.
15% everything in store, and buy one get one 50% off.
Lavenderladybug.etsy.com - Handmade and Commercial Supplies & Destash
20% off all items in shop
maddogleather.etsy.com - handmade, custom leather items.
10% off all items.
marilynmacoriginals.etsy.com - Unique purses, vests, scarves, lingerie travel bags.
20% off entire shop. Bonus gift with purchase.
NewLifeDesigns.etsy.com - Unique jewelry for unique people.
15% off all items; and free shipping to the domestic U.S.
outoftheblue.etsy.com - Vintage inspired and revamped jewelry
25% off all items in shop, plus Free Shipping on orders over $30(after discount)
pastrystitches.etsy.com - Hats, polymer clay earrings, key chains, phone charms, and pins
15% off all items in shop
princessbammboutique.etsy.com - hairbows, headbands, bottlecap necklaces
20% off of all purchases and free shipping
Refabulous.etsy.com - recycled + new materials = unique totes, dryer sachets, pincushions and more
20% off everything in shop
rwencreations.etsy.com - Designer scent (type) bath products, candles, angels, etc.
20% off
serendipityrose.etsy.com - All kinds of Quality Jewelry, Beaded Gifts and Custom Design!
20% off all items in shop.
sophiecls.etsy.com - SubEarthan Cottage offers Handmade soaps and more
20% off all items in my shop
snuccidesigns.etsy.com - Hand Made Jewelry, eyeglass holders, Findings, crochet, Machine Embroidery Designs and more
15% off all items in shop
SnuggleJunkie.etsy.com - blankets, burp cloths, laundry soap, comfort packs, and supplies.
20% off all items in shop
spt2.etsy.com - Pet items and tutorials
15% off all items in shop
sunnybrookfarmdesign.etsy.com - boutique girls' clothing, hair flowers, and sewing patterns
20% off all items in my shop
ThePaperElephant.etsy.com - greeting cards, paper favors, and supplies.
20% off all items in shop
Thistlecraft.etsy.com - Hand-painted glass, CD collage cards, crochet scarves, & other fun stuff
25% off all items in shop
UltraTrixie.etsy.com - Unique vintage finds and a random assortment of destash items.
25% off all items.
yarncoture.etsy.com - Yarncoture's shop offers hand knitted and crocheted items for the body and home.
40%-70% off final clearance on selected children's hand knitted and crocheted items.



BOGO Sales – Discounts apply to item of equal or lesser value & discount does not include shipping unless specified

cradleandall.etsy.com - Cuddly Stuff for Babies, Fun Stuff for Kids Specializing in Play Yard and Bassinette Sheets
Buy One in stock sheet, Get One 1/2 off! (1/2 off sheet must be of equal or lesser value)
ktmotif.etsy.com - KT Motif - Handmade Gift Tags, Premade Custom Scrapbook layouts and Custom Designed layouts
Buy One, Get One 50% off **Plus a Free Gift with Purchase (1 per customer, please)
LavenderLizard.etsy.com - Crocheted Crafting Tools, Scrubbies, Accessories & More
Buy One, Get One 50% Off OR Buy Two, Get One Free
MotsDots.etsy.com - Bright, whimsical, and colorful necklaces, earrings, button head pins, and other artisan items.
Buy One, Get One lesser item free.
NotSoDotty.etsy.com - More sophisticated but affordable necklaces, pins, jewelry and artisan items.
Buy One, Get One lesser item free.
peculiarparchment.etsy.com - Handmade and vintage cards
Buy One Get One Free
raevyn77.etsy.com - Beaded earrings, necklaces, watches, bracelets and more!
Buy One Get One Free
simplyraevyn.etsy.com - Seed bead jewelry. Brick stitch earrings, necklaces, bracelets, anklets and more!
Buy One Get One Free


Free Shipping

bdpdesigns009.etsy.com - Handcrafted Gemstone, Swarovski Crystal, Sterling Silver Jewelry
FREE Domestic (US) Shipping on ALL Items
BlueCakeAndButtercup.etsy.com - stationery and other handmade paper goodies using original and vintage designs and materials.
Free domestic shipping!
bungirl.etsy.com - primarily beaded jewelry (for now)
FREE SHIPPING on all items
Carapace.etsy.com- jewelry, original art, prints and more
Free shipping in the US; half price shipping internationally
Crabappledesign.etsy.com - Handmade fabric goodies in bright colors and fun retro themes.
Free domestic shipping!
EarwingsAndThings.etsy.com - jewelry
Free shipping
ElephantDreams.etsy.com – photography
Free shipping
enowotny1.etsy.com - childrens canvas paintings, gifts, stylish accessories for women and more.
Free shipping.
locobead.etsy.com - handcrafted shard jewelry, and unique jewelry pieces
Free Domestic Shipping
Mayzbeadz.etsy.com -Handmade lampwork/flame work glass beads,ooak custom orders,custom jewelry designs, earrings,bracelets,necklaces,
Free shipping in US and to Canada - Free beads with each order
PinkPearDesigns.etsy.com - Jewelry inspired by romance - with a vintage feel.
Free Shipping on all items to the U.S. and Canada
Randomocity.esty.com-Jewelry, wire work, kids toys, jewelry boxes, and other random and custom items.
Free Shipping and Free Gift with Purchase
RHRadcliffeDesigns.etsy.com - paintings, prints and Aceos
Free shipping
SayItOnASign.etsy.com - Primitive Wood Signs, custom signs too!
Free shipping on ALL signs purchased, within the US.
shansshinies.etsy.com - Handmade wallets, bags, coin purses, and other neat things
Free shipping on all items (Everything is already on clearance!)
steel.etsy.com - Surreal art prints, originals, jewelry and home accessories.
Free shipping to US and Canada on orders over $25
theyellowroses.etsy.com - Handmade bags & gifts
Free shipping


Other Sales/Special Offers

diamondaj.etsy.com - Bracelets, earrings, and necklaces
Free Gift with any purchase
kuteklipboardsbyamy.etsy.com - OOAK altered decorated clipboards and binder clips.
2 for $25 on All large clipboards (excl. custom orders)
magdalune.etsy.com - Ice cream sundae jewelry, soda rose necklaces, and misc. distractions
$2 off large strawberry and vanilla ice cream sundae necklaces
quotentials.etsy.com - fused glass jewelry and accessories
Free cord with any pendant purchase to complete your necklace!



For more info on Etsy Texas Crafters or to join our group, visit our website at http://etsytx.ning.com.
Also, subscribe to our monthly team newsletter via http://etsytx.ning.com and we'll let you know about all our sales and other projects, as well as give you a special newsletter-only coupon!


Looking for awesome ETC offerings? Search TEAMETSYTX!
http://www.etsy.com/search_results.php?search_type=tag_title_all&search_query=teametsytx

Matic Studio Etsy Sale

Right now MaticStudio is having a great sale on her wonderful winter gear. Stop by and check out her handmade scarves, hats etc and save a bundle on cold-weather treasures like these:

Lavender/ White Vine Scarf was $25 marked down to $20

CUSTOM Whoville Hat marked down to just $18 and you can pick your own favorite colors and fibers!

Chunky Eco Purse was $20 now down to $15


She's also got additional discounts for members of CAST and TeamCAC, check out her blog to learn more.

Helen's Harvest Etsy Shop

From the whimsical to the wonderful, Helen's Harvest sells fantastic hand-made lampwork beads and beaded items. You won't believe the selection she has -- and each and every piece is truly a work of art!

Etsy Chinese New Year Challenge

TeamEtsyTX does a crafters' challenge on the fourth Monday of each month. This month's theme is Chinese New Year. Here's the official announcement:

Since the 4th Monday of this month falls on the Chinese New Year, this month's Design Challenge theme was Celebrate the Chinese New Year!! This year is the year of the Ox, so entries must have something to do with Chinese New Year, Ox, Lantern Festival, Traditional Masks, ect.

We have some wonderful entries this month! Shops that participated are :

Brendaswhite.etsy.com
craftiness.etsy.com
crossties.etsy.com
elephantdreams.etsy.com
gemjunkie.etsy.com
lavenderlizard.etsy.com
miasophia.etsy.com
pinuppixie.etsy.com
redladyarts.etsy.com

There are Prizes for the Top Four Designs!!

First Place will be 1 month of Free Ad Space on my New Website. (This will be a continuing 1st Place Prize)

Other Surprizes for the 2nd,3rd,and 4th place are Generously being Donated by:

Refabulous.etsy.com (Donating 2)
Lavenderlizard.etsy.com

PLEASE Head on Over to Our Etsytx.ning site and Vote for your Favorite!
http://etsytx.ning.com/page/january-design-challenge

**Poll will close on Tuesday, Jan. 27th, with winners being announced the following day.**

WindTwirler's Etsy Shop

Ok, so the first Etsy shop I'm featuring is WindTwirler's.  WindTwirler is a member of TeamEtsyTX.  Her shop features some really unique origami jewelry.  I've never seen anything quite like it and I am totally blown away!  Really gorgeous pieces, and of course all hand made.  Quite affordable too -- the above earrings go for $8.  So go check it out!

More about Etsy!!!

So I've been trying to get a bit more active in the Etsy community, and I've found not one, not two, but three fabulous teams full of great people to network with! 

The first I joined was TeamCAC (Christian Artists and Crafters) which seems to be full of great people, although not terribly active.  I should probably take some initiative and talk a bit on the forums, but I'm far better at replying to threads than creating them, so I don't know how far I'll go with that one. 

Next up was CAST (Christian Artists Street Team) and my is this one ever active!  It's hard to keep up sometimes!  Another great group of folks there with some really amazing shops and superb talent on display.  So glad I found this group!

Finally, I joined ETC (Etsy Texas Crafters aka TeamEtsyTX).  My application was approved just this morning, but it seems like a neat group.  They have all kinds of events like monthly sales, themed creation contests, and "secrets" where people can get a free item with another purchase. 

So I've been thinking, there's gotta be a way I can support the folks in these three teams.  Oh!  I know!  I can feature their shops on my blog!  Look for the first feature tomorrow. 

BunGirl's Creations

I'm always looking for ways to make a quick buck or two on the internet, and I've long been a fan of Etsy.com, so I suppose it's only natural that I would eventually open a shop there. For Christmas I got a gift card to Michaels which I used to buy some jewelry supplies. Years back I did a lot of beading and had a ton of stuff for it, but that's long since been lost. So I'm starting fresh. Here's my first piece for sale:

You can click the photo to be taken to my store. Feedback is always appreciated!