A Valentine Mix, Part I

Valentine's Day is only 18 days away. Have you done your shopping for your sweetie yet? Looking for something handmade to give them? Look no further...

First up from Prairie Primitives Folk Art:

Prairie Primitives Folk Art creates contemporary folk art using antique textiles. This rustic heart pillow is made from an antique coverlet which was beyond repair. I rescue the best parts of these worn textiles and give them a new life as pillows and other home decor!

Antique Coverlet Heart Pillow

Next, from ElenaMary:

Bracelet of Hearts...vintage elements...large variety of heart charms!

Bracelet of hearts

More pretties from Love Your Bling:

This necklace is called "big love little love". It's been popular with my customers to represent both romantic or familial love. It makes a great Valentine's Day gift for a mom or girlfriend.

Two hearts necklace

And more hearts from Bobbles By Carol: 

Giving hearts is a favorite for Valentine's Day and I have several to choose from in my shop... This pendant and earring set is especially nice being in shades of pink...

Pink Heart Necklace and Earring Set

Something to keep you warm from TissysTreasures:

The popular "Messy Bun Hat". This one is green with light pink hearts crocheted in the pattern. Keep your head warm, hair up and show some hearts!

Valentine Messy Bun Hat

Or perhaps something in red, from Suzanne Sullivan: 

I only have one of these left!

Baby Valentine Slouch Beanie

Finally, do you need a card? Of course you do. From Color Me Art Studio: 

I also have other Valentine's cards for you to color.

Valentine's Day Card for Daughter

Get your orders in today! (Didn't see anything you liked? Come back on Monday for more handmade goodness from the team.)

Happy New Year

It's that time again. A new year. And with a new year comes thoughts of bringing in the new.

What does the team think about when they hear "new"?

From anniekdesigns:

Each new year, is the time to rest, relax and recuperate after the busy holiday season. What better way than with the calming and relaxing scent of organic French lavender. Flax seed is mingled with the lavender for the perfect recipe for a spa-like get away without leaving your home. Warm in the microwave or freeze. 

Floral and Dragonfly U Shaped Flax Seed Hot/Cold Pack

From Love Your Bling:

This is a design that was recently updated to a new design to submit for TV show stylist gifting and was placed on the show. 

Wow, congrats!

Delicate initial necklace in 14K gold

 And a few other finds via anniekdesigns...

Strong Is The New Beautiful hand stamped spoon by Bella Jackson Studios

Crystal Halo Earrings in Crystal Paradise by Beaded Treasure by Sue

Happy New Home Card by Quirkyn Berkeley Cards

And I hope you all have a wonderful 2017.

Hellooo Out There

In an effort to find different shops to feature here, I thought I'd check the Team Check In thread to see who's still saying hello. And I found only eight of us have checked in for March.

via GIPHY

Hmmm...

Right, so that makes this really, really easy.

I do love the bling, and this necklace caught my eye...

Heliotrope Crystal Rivoli Necklace by Love Your Bling

As did this one. Pretty.

Brown Boulder Opal and Sterling Silver Necklace by cserpent designs

I don't wear too many bracelets, but this one just might need a second look...

Lapis Lazuli Freshwater Pearls Iolite Sterling Silver Bracelet by Falling Star Lane

If you're looking for a little art, look no further...

Lady B by Crystal Mist Cottages

Or how about a colorful sock monkey?

Handmade Sock Monkey Doll by Indy and Cleo

And since summer-type temperatures keep popping up, perhaps it's time for the summer-type attire...

Crochet Bikini Top by Chewsy By Design

That'll do it for me this week. Did you remember to check in? 

That February Day

To find the items in this blog post, I searched "cccoe team valentine". The top categories were "Jewelry", "Paper & Party Supplies", "Home & Living", "Accessories", and "Clothing". Which gives me a great jumping off point...

Jewelry for Valentine's Day? Hmmm... Sounds like a plan...

Conversation Heart Necklace by Love Your Bling

NERD LOVER text box by Vision Quest

Paper & Party Supplies? Oh, right, cards...

I do love you card by Quirky'n Berkeley

Heart Monster Valentines by EmoSeal Creations

In Home & Living we find...

Love Embroidered Heart Pincushion by suchandsortaltered

Then, in Accessories... 

Lego Knick Knack Decoration by Falling Star Lane

And finally, in Clothing... 

Queen of Hearts Costume Tutu by Tiara's Boutique

Lots of fun things if you celebrate February 14th. Make sure to check them out.

For Mom

It's almost May, so that means it's almost time for Mother's Day.

I've always been of a mind to pamper Mom, so here are a couple things that might do the trick...

Rosemary, Basil and Lemongrass Essential Oil Infused Soy Candle by Mosaico diMangino

Cherry Whipped Soap Creme by savor

Or something that's just pretty...

Peach Blossom Faerie by Tango Cat Gems

Now, if I'm shopping for my mom, I know exactly what she likes. Something like this...

Natural Amethyst Druzy Earrings by Designs by Shirl

Or this will be perfect...

Australian Opal Necklace by Copper Tree Art

But for some it's their first Mother's Day, and it should be celebrated...

Happy 1st Mother's Day Vintage Silverware Hand Stamped Spoon by Bella Jackson Studios 

And don't forget the mom who was "promoted"...

Grandma Heart Charm Necklace by Love Your Bling

And make sure to check out all the Mother's Day ideas at: 

Mother's Day curated by California Crafters Club Of Etsy - CCCOE on Etsy

Name That Theme

It's time for another of my random collections of items that caught my eye from the team. Let's see if I can find a theme out of these...

I love finding handmade soaps and such. It amazes me that people can make these things themselves, and I bet they smell so much better, too.

Chai + Green Tea Natural Vegan Handmade Organic Soap by Blooming Tree Designs 

I think I need a feather quill. I've never written with a feather quill.

EAGLE'S Wing Ink Dip Porcupine Quill by Saber Shores

Now that I got my hair cut, I keep running across all these great hair accessories.

WooDLanD Faery PRinCeSS Hair Clip by Wild Mountain Wreaths

There's something about this necklace. I don't know what it is. Perhaps it's part of the theme?

Hammered Arrow Necklace by Fait Main Designs

I like the simplicity of this.

Men's Marbled Eternity Ring and Black Leather Necklace by Love Your Bling

And I like the complexity of this.

Elephant Book Locket Pendant by Delicate Industry

Too much jewelry. It must have a place to live, right?

Dream Catcher Jewelry Box by Starr Joy 16

So, theme? I've got nothing. But it was kind of a fun trip.

What do you think? What sort of theme do you think goes with these items?

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 by Kottage Kreations

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

Acoustic Guitar Baby Onesie by Finch Pickles

And this just made me laugh.

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 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 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. 

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 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.