Look What Punky Found :: Letterpress with a Geeky Touch!

Have you ever started searching for something and ended up finding something totally different? Of course you have!

Whether it's Pinterest, Google, or Etsy, it's easy to end up somewhere slightly (or completely!) off the track where you started.

This morning on Etsy, I started out looking for pencils. I wanted to find some fun, personalized pencils. The first sidetrack was Valentine's Day cards. Then geeky cards. Then cards in general. When I came across the shop PAPERWHEEL on Etsy, I knew I'd found my treasure.

Elizabeth Weil in Portola Valley, California creates her art on a 1923 Chandler & Price Letterpress and 100% cotton paper.

My favorite card is her letterpress "You Auto-Complete Me" Valentine's Day Card.

She's also got a fun little Food Pun section, filled with gems like "Lettuce Celebrate," "Kind of a Big Dill," and "Sorry, I'm the Wurst!" each with an adorable food icon above the text.

Be sure to check out her shop...I know you'll find something you love!

Look What Punky Found: List Making Help!

The Make-A-List to Plan Stamp by The Small Object

As a stationery and office supply geek, I love this Make-A-List to Plan stamp by The Small Object. It makes any notebook or sheet of paper just a bit more official...like to-do list official. There's nothing like crossing tasks off your to do list. Sometimes I even list things I've already done just so I can cross them off!

[Come on. Admit it. You do it, too.]

The Make-A-List To Do Stamp by The Small Object

Sarah Neuburger, the cool lady behind The Small Object also makes a Make-A-List To Do stamp. Both would be fun stamped on fun papers in different colors!


Check out her Etsy shop for lots of fun stamps (even personalized ones!) here.

Plus de papier, s'il vous plaît!

[TRANSLATION: More paper, please!]

The posts I do about my teammates are really fun, and I learn something new with each post. Whether it's the discovery of a new medium, a fun idea, or just getting to know someone a little more, I always find something. 

This week, I learned that my EtsyTwitter Team buddy, Susan Brown of SalonDArte, is a graphic designer by trade as well. I knew there was something I liked about her!

Susan's attention to detail is obvious when you look at her wonderful paper creations, and her paper Christmas ornaments are amazing!

Red and Green Poinsetta Swirl Paper Origami Ornament

 

Red and Green Candy Cane Christmas Card

From her profile:

My SalonDArte Etsy Shop features: Fine Art - Paper Arts - Cards & Such created by Mixed Media Artist Susan M. Brown [sbartist]. Whatever tickles my creative fancy.

My inspiration: art history and Paris...

The Salon (French: Salon), or rarely Paris Salon (French: Salon de Paris), beginning in 1725 was the official art exhibition of the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Paris, France. Between 1748–1890 it was the greatest annual or biannual art event in the western world. Since 1881 it was organized by the Société des Artistes Français.

Appréciez le spectacle!

SPECIAL OFFER THIS WEEK ONLY: Celebrate Christmas in July! Now through July 11th, all items in her shop will have FREE US domestic First Class shipping. No coupon code necessary. The shipping cost will already be adjusted. For international shipping, please convo her for invoice with shipping cost.

Read the original post http://etsytwitter.blogspot.com/2010/07/shop-of-week-salondarte.html

• On Etsy: http://SalonDArte.etsy.com
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Look What Punky Found :: Clever Moving Announcements by Shredlines

I just love Etsy. Where else could you find something like these super cool Cardboard Moving Announcements by Shredlines?

$5.99 for a pack of 10

$11.50 for pack of 20

$22.00 for a pack of 40

If you are on the move, these are a great way to let your friends know what you'll be doing for the next few (to several) months!

Purple Lemon Designs gets my stamp of approval!

The EtsyTwitter Team Shop of the Week gets my seal...scratch that..STAMP of approval! Kelly of Purple Lemon Designs creates wonderful personalized rubber stamps and stationery that will give all of your notes and letters that extra little touch of special you've been looking for. Here are a few of my favorites:

 

Merry Mermaid Customized Printable Stationery

 

 

Your books out on loan will come home if they are stamped with this

Small Customized Flowery Bookplate Rubber Stamp

 

 

Just love the design of this! 

Large Rectangle Heartstrings Rubber Stamp

From her profile:

I have always loved to design...florals, events, note cards, jewelry, etc. It seems at some point in my life I have designed just about everything!

Right now, I am focusing on paper goods and rubber stamps. I have worked for others as a designer for the last 8 years, living the dream of working for myself at night and on the weekends.

In my spare time (if I have any!), I enjoy running, gardening, cooking, and spending time with my sweet husband.

SPECIAL OFFER THIS WEEK ONLY: To celebrate her spotlight as Etsy Twitter team shop of the week, Kelly is offering 10% off your entire order {excluding shipping} if you enter ETSYTWITTER in the "Notes to the Seller" section during checkout. The discount will be refunded through Paypal. This offer is good April 5 - 11th.

Read the original post http://etsytwitter.blogspot.com/2010/04/shop-of-week-purplelemondesigns.html

• On Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/purplelemondesigns
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A Vintage Feel

If you're browsing this week's Etsy Twitter Team Shop of the Week, Miss Kwitty's Cottage, you see right away the cottage theme to her adorable handmade goods. Karen creates with fabric and paper, and you can see how she's influenced by the 1930s and 40s.

This Messenger Bag/Sling Purse is one of my favorites in her shop...cute and functional...the perfect combo!

And this vintage-inspired Pink Floral Tea Towel makes me think of some of the treasures from my Grandmother's kitchen.

From her profile:

Next to my family, I love to craft and sew the best. I love vintage. I love handmade. I love to go to estate sales and antique shops and find funky and beautiful old things to use in my crafts and sewing. I have loved to sew since I was a little girl and my favorite gifts were those shoelace cards to "sew" and then I got my little girl's sewing machine and I was in heaven! I had the best dressed dolls in town. I have been designing my own crafts and sewing patterns for many years now and have even sold a few of my design to magazines. I recently discovered Etsy, it is so great...I love it too! See, I am full of LOVE *lol*

SPECIAL OFFER THIS WEEK ONLY:  Karen is offering a special deal to celebrate her Etsy Twitter Team Shop of the Week status: With every order this week, she will include a free Gift Tag Sample Pack with each order!

Read the original post http://etsytwitter.blogspot.com/2010/03/shop-of-week-mrs-kwittys-cottage-etsy.html

• On Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/misseskwittys
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A little flakey

It's the middle of Winter.

We've been stuck inside because of the weather. For me, it's been rain. Rain, rain, rain, rain, rain.

I've been thinking about Winter. And snow. And how snow seems to make it more 'Wintery.' Although, I imagine that if I was shoveling myself out this morning, I might just have a different opinion!

I remembered a fun little activity thanks to the creatives at Barkley, that can help pass the time when you are stuck inside.

Their Make-a-Flake Snowflake Maker is a super cool Flash activity that lets you snip here and snip there, just like you're making the traditional paper snowflake. You can preview your flake, cut some more, and when your masterpiece is ready, you can save your flake to the gallery. You can even download your flake and print it out. Fun.

Here's how it works:

1. Go to http://snowflakes.barkleyus.com/index.html and click on 'Make your own Snowflake.'

 

2. Your paper will be folded for you...perfect every time!

3. Using your virtual scissors, snip and clip to your heart's desire.

4. Preview your Flake. Here you'll have a chance to start over or cut some more.

5. If you're happy with your work, save it to the Gallery. You can download your own copy, or email to a friend.

So that's it...my favorite way to make snowflakes...a bit geeky, yes, but I love the undo button!

Enjoy!




http://snowflakes.barkleyus.com/index.html
http://www.barkleyus.com/

EtsyTwitter Team Shop of the Week :: Journey of Love Designs

What a wonderful shop we have as the EtsyTwitter Team Shop of the Week! Journey of Love Designs works with one of my absolute favorite materials...paper! Here are a couple of my favorites...

This sweet ornament reminds me of ornaments my grandparents had when I was little.

Chinese New Year Paper Orb Ornament

These adorable magnets are only $3.50 each and are sure to brighten up any room:

Chiyogami Plum Blossoms Glass Tiles Magnets

From her profile:

Like many fellow crafters, my interest started as a child when we had handicraft and art classes in school. I've realized that I wanted to focus on paper crafts with this shop so I set up another one for items that come from my other crafty interests.

I love many crafts and find it hard to limit it to one or two. I love paper crafts, jewelry making, floral arrangements, soap making, and baking. My mother shares my interest in crafts and you will find some of her products in the other shop.

SPECIAL OFFER:

Free set of 6 gift tags with any order from Journey of Love Designs.
Free set of 2 scrubbies/coasters with any order from Seashell Baby.
Use code: "Etsytwitterteam"

Read the original post at http://etsytwitter.blogspot.com/2009/11/shop-of-week-journey-of-love-designs.html

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Featured from the EtsyBloggers Team ::Designs by Vanessa

When you first take a peek at Designs By Vanessa, you immediately see a theme: birds. In fact, the greeting in her shop tells it all: "Welcome Every Birdie!"

Once you get in a little deeper, you see a beautiful simplicity to Vanessa's handmade jewelry and cards. I wanted to share a couple of my favorites:

Pretty Birdie Cards (set of 3)

Blue Jay Earrings:

And notice that many of her listings include a little tidbit of information about the birdie honored in the piece. Very cool.

Check out her shop :: http://designsbyvanessa.etsy.com
Check out her blog :: http://designsbyvanessa.blogspot.com/

EtsyTwitter Team Shop of the Week In My Head Studios

It's a world of laughter,
A world of tears.
It's a world of hopes,
And a world of fears.
There's so much that we share,
That it's time we're aware,
It's a small world after all.


It's in your head now, isn't it? You're singing it. Stuck. What causes this? Why do certain songs stick in our heads like glue? If you are truly interested in the answer, I found this great article on why it happens.

When it happens to me, I like to replace it with something else...preferably something cool.

Today I offer a solution: check out this week's EtsyTwitter Team Shop of the Week, In My Head Studios.

Instead of the rattling lyrics to a song, fill your head with the art of Vickie Porter.

Sharing a couple of my favorites:

Kiss Me Upcycled Altered Domino Pendant

Domino Pendant - Leafy Flower - Upcycled

Be sure to take advantage of her shop special this week::

15% off all orders (not including shipping).

Discount refunded via Paypal.

Read the original post at http://etsytwitter.blogspot.com/2009/08/etsy-twitter-team-shop-of-week-in-my.html

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Featured from the EtsyBloggers Team :: Memories for Life Scrapbooks

I'm addicted to all things paper. I'm addicted to my digital camera. Therefore, I'm addicted to scrapbooking.

While I now do most of my scrapbooking digitally, when I came across these adorable handmade scrapbooks by this month's Featured EtsyBlogger, Memories For Life Scrapbooks, I had to chat about them.

These custom name albums are hand cut, covered with matching papers and embellishments, and pockets can even be added. You just add your photos and mementos.

Wouldn't one of these make a wonderful gift for a wedding, baby shower, bon voyage, graduation...you name it. How about a guest book or autograph book? So fun!

Check out her shop :: http://memoriesforlifesb.etsy.com
Check out her blog :: http://memoriesforlifescrapbooks.blogspot.com/

I'm excited to be a new member to the EtsyBloggers Team!