November's Newest (in December)

My usual end-of-the-month round up of some of the more interesting finds in the "Show Your Handmade Creations" thread of the team discussion board got preempted last week by the Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales post. (Did you all do your shopping for unique and handmade items for this holiday?) So, we're going to make up for that today...

First thing that caught my eye. Knit and crochet. Naturally...

Crocheted Hat and Scarf Set by Nikifashion

Cabled Fingerless Gloves by Lulu's Creations

And it's time to festoon your home with all sorts of seasonal decorations. Like a wreath...

OOAK Hot ChriStMaS cuPCaKEs by Wild Mountain Wreaths

And a bow tie for the men wouldn't be remiss...

Men's Bow Tie by The Shop on Preston Court

How about a little seasonal jewelry...?

Dangle Earrings with Holly by Sparkles-a-lot 2

Tiny Star Earrings by Bobbles By Carol

And this? This I just couldn't resist...  

Little MONSTER - Glamour Girl Compact Mirror by Designs By Felisa

All captions link back to the items and shops on Etsy. Make sure to check them out.  

A Few More Things for Fall

The team was asked for fall items. They came up with many. Part one of the list is here. What follows are some more...

Long Crystal Earrings by Encanto Design

Decorative Leaves Pillow Cover by Pillows 4 Fun

Thanksgiving Tutu by Tiara's Boutique

Frosted Pumpkin Spice Whipped Soap by savor

Fringe and Feathers Acorns and FuN Giving Thanks Holiday Wreath by Wild Mountain Wreaths 

Fall Hair Bow by Too Too Kute

Hand Crocheted Hanging Kitchen Towels by Frans Homemade Wonders

A very nice selection, don't you think? I couldn't fit them all into the blog post, but make sure to check them all out here:

🍁 Autumn & Thanksgiving 🍂 curated by California Crafters Club Of Etsy - CCCOE on Etsy

Christmas in July

It's Christmas in July. Some Etsy shops (from today through July 20th) are offering specials and sales to celebrate. The CCCOE Team is also in on it. Check out some of our deals...

Wild Mountain Wreaths is offering 30% off everything in the store, such as...

Friends Welcome Front Door Wreath

annie k designs is offering 10% off everything in the store. Make sure to check out some of her Christmas items...

Red Poinsettia Christmas Tree Skirt

Nans Glam is also doing 10% everything in her shop, with beautiful items such as...

London Blue Topaz Dangle Earrings

BobblesByCarol is also offering 10% everything in her shop. Take a look at the lovely things she's got...

Turquoise, Magnesite, and Copper Gemstone Necklace

ohmay designs has some cute new Christmas items, just in time for "Christmas" shoppers...

Knit Christmas Tree Ornament with Wine Cork Base

Merry Christmas...in July.

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?