The California Crafters Club of Etsy (CCCOE) is a group of independent artists, crafters, & artisans from California who sell their wares on Etsy.com.

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

And Now for Something a Little Different

I never know quite what I'm going to end up with when I start writing these posts. But then I came across this guitar pick, and I had a theme. Stuff I would not expect.  

Hand Stamped Guitar Pick Copper Rustic Mens Gift Wedding Gift Music Lover
Hand Stamped Guitar Pick by Kottage Kreations

Or music. Perhaps I'm thinking of music. Because this is a cute onesie, and... Guitar. Pick. Guitar Pick.

Baby clothes Amazing "Acoustic Guitar" baby onesie
Acoustic Guitar Baby Onesie by Finch Pickles

And this just made me laugh.

WTF Acid Etched Copper and Leather Dog Tag Keychain Knife Multi Tool Lanyard
Acid Etched Copper and Leather Dog Tag by Texturz

Continuing what is turning out to be a rocker theme, this cuff would fit perfectly at any sort of concert.

Black Patent Leather Cuff Bracelet, Beaded Leather Jewelry
Black Patent Leather Cuff Bracelet by Misha Girl

Here's a different sort of crocheted hat. We usually see beanies, so this would be something you would not expect.

Apres Ski Hat Crocheted in Fine Gray Jojo Wool
Apres Ski Crocheted Hat by Betty Adkins

Here's a bit of wall art for the dinosaur enthusiast. Or the 5-year-old in all of us. 

Dinosaur T-Rex Photography / digital silhouette print / waimea canyon modern minimal brown rust  / 11x14 photograph print / "Must go faster"
Digital Silhouette T-rex by Bokeh Ever After

Of course, I couldn't do a post without a pair of earrings. And they're orange, too. Bonus!

Topaz Teardrop Briolette Earrings - Amber Crystal Earring - Bridesmaid Jewelry
Topaz Teardrop Briolette Earrings by Love Your Bling

This post contributed by Liz from Zizi Rho Designs. Make sure to visit all these wonderful shops (links in the captions). They're worth your time.

Next time, I'm doing another post for those of you having special events at your shops. Check out the CCCOE message boards for details.

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Pinterest, Anyone?

Are you on Pinterest?

I stumbled across this article which talked about how of all the social networking sites, Pinterest pins last the longest. For those of us with shops on Etsy, this is a great marketing opportunity.


Do you use Pinterest? Has it helped bring buyers to your shop?

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Around the Team

Today I'm trying out a new blog feature. The call went out to the team to let us all know about anything special going on in their shops.

I got...um...one taker.

Ah well. Next time, let me know what's going on in your shop (or feel free to post it in the comments).

September 22nd is International Car-Free Day, and what better way to celebrate than by riding a bike!

Block Print Greeting Card - Bike - Chevron - Ride On - Black on Natural Brown - Hand-stamped on Recycled Paper
Block Print Greeting Card by Mystical Mountain Card Company
And make sure to use coupon code "GETMYSTICAL" for $2 off a purchase of $10 or more.

What's going on in your shop?