EtsyNJ Members Costumecon Entries

I'm sure you all know about Etsy's Costumecon contest, if not, read about it here, and of course, EtsyNJ is representing!

Crimsonseadragon has this adorable Oregon Trail Costume modelled by her daughter:


Hoolyghans has a very good natured Bearded Dragon named Chompers who loves Etsy!!


Good luck to both Crimsonseadreagon and Hoolyghans! And Happy Halloween to everyone!

Don't forget to check out all EtsyNJ items by searching EtsyNJ or clicking on this link

Made by Melissa Featured on Mama's Magic Blog

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Go from A to Z with EtsyNJ!

EtsyNJ is a group of very talented artists that specialize in many different craft forms ranging from paper crafts to jewelry and much more! This post was inspired by our recent A-Z promo threads, I'll choose one item from each letter of the alphabet from an EtsyNJ seller.

A is for Apple Handpainted Mugs by Makin the Best Of It

B is for baby bib by Susan's Treasures

C is for cat plush doll by KasellKreations

D is for dog painting by I Heart Dogs Studio

E is for earrings by Marcinyc

F is for flower hair clip by katylua

G is for greeting card by Gin Gin's Goodies

H is for headband with purple dots by PurpleLicious

I is for ice cream charm necklace by Made by Melissa

J is for juicy cherry earrings by SweetyPrize

K is for knit cell phone cozy by ShutterKate

L is for lemon drop earrings by Jewelry for Fun

M is for mosaic baby frame by keeshagirl4

N is for necklace by catrocks

O is for Orange Lip Balm Holder by Sea Horse Designs

P is for poetry bracelet by Creations by Danielle

Q is for quiet night at home wearing this shawl by Hoolyghans

R is for red submarine notecards by Assemblyline

S is for silk scarf by The Spinning Hand

T is for tile necklace by Polka Dot Creations

U is for unscented soap by Dragon06

V is for very fuzzy scarf by My Art 4 Wear

W is for Wedding Bells Sale - Emily Bracelet by KatCrociante

X is for X-tra fragrant whipped body frosting by Lollibomb

Y is for yellow button bracelet by Wool Mountain

Z is for zany caterpillar toy by LaDZeiner

And if that doesn't prove that EtsyNJ covers every part of the crafting spectrum, then I don't know what will!! Click here
to see everything that EtsyNJ sellers have to offer!

EtsyNJ Featured Artist - AntiGenre Arts

Who are you?
Lauren Markley

What is your Etsy Shop Name/link?
http://www.AntiGenre.etsy.com

What tag categories do you specialize in?
Jewelry – earrings, necklaces

Do you create for children or adults, women or men?
Women, no men’s items yet

What do you like about Etsy?
Etsy is a great community for learning and exchanging ideas about both the art and the business of jewelry making. It’s also the best place to shop!

Where do you find inspiration for your products?
Everywhere! I like repeated patterns that are found in nature, I love architectural design, and – oddly enough – I’m inspired by the burned out buildings and scrap yards that I see along NJ Transit’s N-E Corridor line.

What do you love about your business?
I love when I have the time to just tinker with my supplies and come up with new designs. I also love it when my favorite designs sell – it makes me happy to be able to share something important to me.

What is your favorite product right now?
My Sunken Treasure necklace. I’m planning to do several similar pieces.


What makes you unique at Etsy?
My store name is AntiGenre Arts, so I think it is safe to say that I’m not afraid to experiment with techniques, styles, color combinations, etc. I try to stay away from trends while still creating beautiful things.

What other street teams are you a member of?
None yet. Once I learn more metalsmithing techniques, I’ll look into the Etsy Metal team.

What are some other sites to find out more about you and what you love to create?
IndiePublc
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/antigenre_arts

I took a virtual stroll through AntiGenre's shop, and selected this as my favorite item:




Blog written by: Melissa

See everything that EtsyNJ has to offer by clicking here

Happy Shopping! :-D

EtsyNJ Featured Artist of the Week - GinGin's Goodies

Who are you?
Ginny Smith

What is your Etsy Shop Name/link? http://ginginsgoodies.etsy.com

What tag categories do you specialize in?
Paper, glass, photography, Wood

Do you create for children or adults, women or men?
All

What do you like about Etsy?
I love the feeling of community.

Where do you find inspiration for your products?
Anywhere and Everywhere!

What do you love about your business?
The fact that I can do something I love. No pressure, well, unless I have a creativity block.

What is your favorite product right now?
I don’t really have a favorite.

What makes you unique at Etsy?
Actually, there’s nothing really unique about what I do. I just love to create and experiment.

What other street teams are you a member of?
Etsy Greetings, PoE

What are some other sites to find out more about you and what you love to create?
www.myspace.com/ginginsgoodies, www.ginginsgoodiesnthings.com and www.flickr.com/photos/ginginsgoodies

Ginny is very modest, she has some awesome stuff in her shop. I think this vase is stunning:


This flower pot is bright and cheery:


This flower plaque is sure to brighten up any room:


And she has a great assortment of greeting cards, photography and Christmas ornaments.

Visit Ginny's shop and see all the great things she has to offer!

Blog written by: Melissa

See everything EtsyNJ members have to offer by clicking here!!