"Summer" is the title of the new handmade collection on Artfire. Curated by DesertWindDesigns, she states, "Thinking about summer fun! A summer inspired collection of items from members of the guild Shops with Less Sales". Many beautiful items are offered here, perfect ideas for handmade gifts!
Featured artisans include, L to R, First row: Watermelon Coupon Organizer by VA Beach Quilter, You Are My Sunshine Word Art Typography Sign from Signs of Elegance, Ladybug Brooch by Crafts by Keri. Second Row: Mulberry Pearl Necklace Set by Aussen Wolf Designs, Fresh Fruit PDF Pattern by Niche Stitch, Blue Turquoise and White Magnesite Necklace by Aussen Wolf Design. Third Row: Pink Emperor Stone and Smokey Quartz Necklace by Judy Cogo Designs, New McCalls Fashion Pattern by VA Beach Quilter, Nautical Oven Mitt and Potholder by Clearwater Creations. Forth Row: Monarch Butterfly Brooch by Crafts by Keri, Butterflies and Petal Tote by VA Beach Quilter, Red Heart Bead Bracelet Set by Spirit Girl Jewelry and Art.
This is the blog of SpiritGirl, a jewelry artist and oil painter. Here you can follow the latest happenings in my jewelry and art studios, plus the wonderful artisans that I feature!
Showing posts with label hand quilted. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hand quilted. Show all posts
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011
Handmade - Buy Handmade Gifts!
Curated by DesertWindDesign on Artfire, this great collection features handcrafted items from the Shops with Less Sales Guild members. Go ahead, treat yourself!
Saturday, April 30, 2011
These Are a Few of My Favorite Things by VABeachQuilter
VABeach Quilter has been a master quilter for the past 12 years. She's been honored to have made a number of quilts for local MLB (Major League Baseball) players BJ and Justin Upton, Michael Cuddyer, and their families. She's also had a custom ordered quilt mentioned in an article by Seth Livingstone, reporter for USA Today Sports. "To relax, at night, I like to work with wool and cross-stitch," she states. Below is just a sampling of the many artisan creations in her Artfire shop.
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Civil War Log Cabin Quilt |
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Noah's Ark Baby Toddler Quilt |
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Fiddle-de-Sticks Lap Quilt |
All of Kim's items ship for no charge in the continental U.S. She's also having a sale - 10% off all items when using the coupon SPRING at checkout.
Kim has also curated a wonderful Artfire Collection entitled "These Are a Few of My Favorite Things." This collection features handmade items from the Shops with Less Sales guild. "A collection of some of my fav items from the "Shops With Less Sales guild," she states. And I couldn't agree more!
Featured artisans are, from L to R, First row: KeriMae, SpiritGirlJewelryandArt, VABeachQuilter, DesertWindDesigns. Second row: TooFancy, SignsofElegance, JudyCogoDesigns, KeriMae. Third row: AussenWolfDesigns, SpiritGirlJewelryandArt, DesertWindDesigns, and AussenWolfDesigns.
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These Are a Few of My Favorite Things Artfire Collection |
Monday, April 25, 2011
In Need of a Little Brightness! by CraftsbyKeri
KeriMae of CraftsbyKeri is a multi-talented artisan. She handcrafts wonderful, colorful hair clips, amigurumi, crochet, playfood, needle felted ornaments/decorations, sock dolls and many other treasures. CraftsbyKeri is brimming with brightly colored spring and summer items. Her shop is a delight to see!
Right now CraftsbyKeri is offering 50% off her pretty, handmade flower hair clips, just in time for spring!
CraftsbyKeri has created another wonderful Artfire Collection entitled, "In Need of a Little Brightness." If you love oranges and russets, you will love every item she's selected! Featured artisans are, from L to R, First row: Signs of Elegance, Too Fancy, Ultramarine, KeriMae. Second row: Cornelias Creative Corner, Aussen Wolf Designs, PhotoStudio311, Zoomgraphik. Third row: Judy Cogo Designs, SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, VABeach Quilter, and Desert Wind Design.
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Hand Felted Daffodil Brooch |
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Crochet Tunsian Coin Purse w/Tulips |
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Hand Felted Butterfly Brooch Pin |
Right now CraftsbyKeri is offering 50% off her pretty, handmade flower hair clips, just in time for spring!
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Daisy Wool Hair Clip |
CraftsbyKeri has created another wonderful Artfire Collection entitled, "In Need of a Little Brightness." If you love oranges and russets, you will love every item she's selected! Featured artisans are, from L to R, First row: Signs of Elegance, Too Fancy, Ultramarine, KeriMae. Second row: Cornelias Creative Corner, Aussen Wolf Designs, PhotoStudio311, Zoomgraphik. Third row: Judy Cogo Designs, SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, VABeach Quilter, and Desert Wind Design.
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In Need of a Little Brightness! Artfire Collection |
Friday, April 22, 2011
Gifts for Mothers Day by Judy Cogo Designs
A wonderful Canadian jewelry artisan from Artfire.com is Judy from Judy Cogo Designs. Living in a small community north of Toronto, Judy is very talented in the art of wire wrapping, crocheting, and fine jewelery fabrication.
"I design and make custom jewelery for any occasion such as everyday wear, formal affairs and special occasions like weddings and graduations," she states. "My creations are made using either semi-precious gemstones, bead crochet, wire wrapping and other materials to obtain stunning pieces." And stunning they are!
Judy has also curated a wonderful Artfire Collection entitled "Gifts for Mother's Day." The items in this collection are handcrafted by members of the Guild, Shops with Less Sales. Take a look, you may find something special for your Mom, or for you!
Featured artisans are, from L to R, First row: VABeach Quilter, Too Fancy, KeriMae, Signs of Elegance. Second row: SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Judy Cogo Designs, Aussen Wolf Designs, Too Fancy. Third row: Signs of Elegance, SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Desert Wind Designs, and VABeach Quilter.
"I design and make custom jewelery for any occasion such as everyday wear, formal affairs and special occasions like weddings and graduations," she states. "My creations are made using either semi-precious gemstones, bead crochet, wire wrapping and other materials to obtain stunning pieces." And stunning they are!
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Blue Sapphire Faceted Gemstone Chandelier Earrings |
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Freshwater Pearl Earrings |
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Handmade Crochet Bead Rope Blue Necklace |
Judy has also curated a wonderful Artfire Collection entitled "Gifts for Mother's Day." The items in this collection are handcrafted by members of the Guild, Shops with Less Sales. Take a look, you may find something special for your Mom, or for you!
Featured artisans are, from L to R, First row: VABeach Quilter, Too Fancy, KeriMae, Signs of Elegance. Second row: SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Judy Cogo Designs, Aussen Wolf Designs, Too Fancy. Third row: Signs of Elegance, SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Desert Wind Designs, and VABeach Quilter.
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Gifts for Mother's Day |
Friday, April 8, 2011
Artfire Collection from Signs of Elegance
This new Artfire collection is curated by Signs of Elegance. Entitled "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," she states that the collection was "Inspired by the colors of the rainbow, and the talent of the artisans in the "Shops with Less Sales Guild!" Great job done by all!
The featured artisans are, from L to R, First row: Spirit Girl Jewelry and Art, VA Beach Quilter, Judy Cogo Designs, Aussen Wolf Designs. Second row: Keri Mae, Keri Mae, Aussen Wolf Designs, Too Fancy. Third row: Judy Cogo Designs, Too Fancy, Desert Wind Design, and Too Fancy.
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Somewhere Over the Rainbow - Artfire Collection |
Saturday, April 2, 2011
New Artfire Collection, Plus Free Jewelry Giveaway
An exciting, new Artfire Collection is curated by Signs of Elegance on Artfire.com. It's entitled "Over the River and Through the Woods." As the curator states, she's "Showcasing the critters and colors of rivers and woods....these lovely items from members of the "Shops With Less Sales Guild!." My shop is the featured shop this week Stop by for a chance to win a free jewelry gift, valued at $15. You don't have to register, just leave a comment. The more you comment, the better your chances to win!
Features artisans are, from L to R, First row: SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Desert Wind Designs, Keri Mae, VA Beach Quilter. Second row: Desert Wind Designs, Too Fancy, Aussen Wolf Designs, Judy Cogo Designs. Third row: Judy Cogo Designs, Keri Mae, Too Fancy, and SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art.
Features artisans are, from L to R, First row: SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Desert Wind Designs, Keri Mae, VA Beach Quilter. Second row: Desert Wind Designs, Too Fancy, Aussen Wolf Designs, Judy Cogo Designs. Third row: Judy Cogo Designs, Keri Mae, Too Fancy, and SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Earth Tones, New Artfire Collection
Earth Tones is the title of the new Artfire.com collection, curated by Aussen Wolf Designs. "Here are some warm and inviting gift ideas from some very talented ArtFire artisans," Judy states. This selection of artisan items truly showcases the beauty of earthtones as beautiful colors.
Featured artisans, L to R, First row: SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Founditatlast, Islands of Time, Daytonmarie. Second row: Rustic Carvings, Bobs Rock Werk Sand Gem Cutting, Shiny Cat Creations, Keri Mae. Third row: Aussen Wolf Designs, Dolly Rocker Candles, Signs of Elegance, and Desert Wind Designs.
Featured artisans, L to R, First row: SpiritGirl Jewelry and Art, Founditatlast, Islands of Time, Daytonmarie. Second row: Rustic Carvings, Bobs Rock Werk Sand Gem Cutting, Shiny Cat Creations, Keri Mae. Third row: Aussen Wolf Designs, Dolly Rocker Candles, Signs of Elegance, and Desert Wind Designs.
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