The kanokwalee Etsy shop - crochet works of art inspired by nature.

I want to share with you a fabulous etsy shop that I've seen before and have always admired. I finally had a chance to offer the creator of these pieces of art a feature on my blog, and I'm so glad she accepted!

Please take a look at these wonderful, almost fantasy-like creations that are inspired by nature. Most of them are cool enough for summer wear, and anyone who wears them is bound to be noticed! I'm showcasing some cool, soothing colors that are just right for summer.

Enjoy, and have a safe holiday weekend, everyone!

kanokwalee's Etsy shop:
http://www.kanokwalee.etsy.com/
 

Two treasuries!

My Gladraggz shop was in two treasuries the last few days! First I'd like to thank blythehopesvintage for including my silk ribbon embroidery bag in her gorgeous Etsy treasury, which now appears to have become "Tuesday Trends" You can see it here:

Ribbon Embroidery Treasury:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4bfbd138364a8eef046bf53f/tuesday-trends-ribbon-embroidery

This silk bag seems to be a favorite, and has a lot of hearts. For those of you who are among its admirers, please note that it comes with a free quilted storage bag.

Although my bag isn't true ribbon embroidery, it has the appearance of this fine neede art. Ribbon embroidery tradtionally is done with fine silk ribbon, because no other material dyes so well or achieves the fine drape that silk does. Stitching with silk creates the feminine and elegant look, and as far as I know, it's impossible to achieve the look of ribbon embroidery by machine. Whenever you see it, you know that someone has worked long and hard for that little bit of Heaven!

Please stop by the blythehopesvintage Etsy shop. Although it's primarily stocked with vintage clothing, there are few pretty pieces of lace and ribbon (embroidery). Here's an example:

http://www.blythehopesvintage.etsy.com/

I also want to thank the graceraecreations Etsy shop for featuring my newest "Watermelon" purse, (featured in my previous blog post). You can see the treasury here:

Hot Pink and Lime Green:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=132939

Please stop by her shop to see an adorable collection of head and hair accessories:

graceraecreations Etsy shop:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/graceraecreations

Here's a sneak peak of what you'll find:

Also, stop by my shops if you have a chance - I have some new items, and they are very affordable! I'll be sharing more about them soon.

For now, have a good day, everyone!

http://www.gladraggz.etsy.com/
http://www.carpetbaggercreations.1000markets.com/

New Purse and treasury

I've been working hard to get a package ready for consignment, and am behind in posting - apologies. 

In addition to making things for B&M shops, I've also made a recent addition to my one line shops. This is the latest purse - another summer "watermelon" cooler. Within 24 hours of listing, it made this lovely treaury!

A Slice of summer treasury:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=99137
 
Thank you, Etsy shop, MSjewelry design!
http://www.msjewelrydesign.etsy.com/
 

 
Here's a bit of info about this purse - which has a LOT of features:
 
*Closes securely at the top with a recessed zipper panel.
*Extra long zipper for easy access.
*Zipper finished with pull cord and tab for easy opening and closure.
*Large outer envelope pocket that closes with a magnetic snap.
*Large zipped pocket on purse back.
*3 inside pockets embellished with ribbon.
*Corded inside clip for keys.
*Padded, adjustable shoulder strap.
*Can also be worn as a waist purse with use of swivel clip.
*Extra sturdy hardware.
*Bottom is reinforced with plastic mesh to resist sagging.
Dimensions:
*10.5" (27cm) tall.
*10.5" (27cm) wide.
*11" wide and 3" deep (28 X 7.5cm)
*Handles adjust from to 22" to 33" (45 to 84cm) to (including hardware), and stand 9.25" to 16" (23.5 - 40.5cm) above the top of the purse.

See more at:
http://www.gladraggz.etsy.com/
http://www.carpetbaggercreations.1000markets.com/

Have a good weekend, everyone!

When it rains, it pours...

Heartfelt thanks to Em of ElsaAndEm's Etsy shop for including one of my winter hats in her adorable treasury!  My hat is the center most "treasure" among an adorable collection of cute and colorful creations.

You can see the treasury, entitled "Friendly friends from Facebook" here:
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=98390

As you know, I'm a dog lover. So, it's no surprise that ElsaAndEm's shop struck a joyous note with me. I think she's done a find job of stocking her shop with cute and fashionable dog clothes, harnesses and more. Elsa is the model, by the way. :-)

Please stop by the ElsaandEm's Etsh shop to see more!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ElsaAndEm

My on-line shops:
http://www.gladraggz.etsy.com/
http://www.gladraggz.shophandmade.com/
http://www.carpetbaggercreations.artfire.com/
http://www.carpetbaggercreations.1000markets.com/

Thanks to Tiger Paws Studio for the treasury!

Thanks to the Tiger Paw Studio Etsy shop for incluing my tribal batik purse in her treasury.  She found the earthy creations by using the word "tribal" on the Etsy search.

Heres's the screen shot of a portion of the treasury - my purse is in the bottom left corner of the screen shot.

Please stop by to see the great job she's done, and to view the rest of the handmade treasures.

"Tribal" Treasury:

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=130896

Her Etsy shop also  has some awesome jewelry!
Tiger Paws Studio Etsy shop:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/tigerpawstudios
 
To see my Tribal Batik purse and more, please visit my on-line shops:
http://www.gladraggz.etsy.com/
http://www.gladraggz.shophandmade.com/
http://www.carpetbaggercreations.artfire.com/
ww.carpetbaggercreations.1000markets.com

Seaside Sunset all-around hobo style purse

Here's another "Sunset" purse, this time, a simple all-around hoby style purse that's good for anything summer.

*Embellished by a band of classy jumbo lime green rick rack.

*Inside is lined in hot pink polyester shantung, and has 2 pockets, (one divided), and a pen/pencil slot.

*The bag top closes with a zipper.

*Size - 11" tall, (28 cm), 12" wide at top, (30.5cm), 3 3/4" deep. (9.5 cm).

The adjustable handle has a swivel hook. Handle is 1 1/4" (3cm) wide, and the length extends from 23" short to 46" long, (including tabs & hardware). (58.5-*117cm).

*Can be worn as a shoulder purse, across-the-body, as a shorter shoulder strap, an arm strap, and as a waist purse.

Seaside Sunset - summer inspired handmade fabric hobo style purse. Green, blue, pink. Zipper:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/45293271/seaside-sunset-summer-inspired-handmade

To read more about this purse and to see more, please visit my shops:
http://www.gladraggz.etsy.com/
http://www.carpetbaggercreations.1000markets.com/

Thank you Cheryl at Sweetie Scraps Blog!

I want to thank Cheryl for including my white summer peacock purse on her sweet blog! I love the look of her blog and the colors she's chosen for her feature. I'm honored to have my purse among the other lovely artwork!

You can see the feature and visit/follow the Sweetie Scraps blog here:
http://sweetie-scraps.blogspot.com/p/etsy-finds-check-these-out.html

Thanks again, Cheryl!!

White Summer Peacock Purse:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39969402