FEATURED ETSY SHOP - ROSE GLEN - Clothing for Curvy Women

Strappy Fun Fair Dress

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Let's welcome, Rose and her delightful clothes, which she sells through her Etsy shop, ROSE GLEN - Clothes for Curvy Women.  You can find out a bit more about Rose and how she got started in designing clothes by reading her interview below. Then, be sure to pay a visit to her Etsy shop and other links listed below.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

My aunties were the local dressmakers, and as a child I became intrigued and wanted to do what they were doing. So I copied in a crudish child like way, I used leftover scrapes and started making clothes for my dolls. The birth of my daughter gave me the incentive to continue sewing spurred on by little money and a desire to dress my daughter in pretty clothes. Coincidently she introduced me to Etsy, as she also has a shop on Etsy called “csevenm”

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

I used to create plus size clothing for a friend's shop, sadly this has now closed. When I was introduced to Etsy, by my daughter, this gave me an opportunity to continue creating. I also love fabrics, what creative person does not and Etsy enables me to indulge in this passion.

Ethnic Print Wrap Skirt

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What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

The start and the finishes. Buying the fabric, the joy of walking into a full fabric shop, touching feeling and selection a piece of fabric, and seeing the end result of what I have chosen to create from the fabric.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

Interesting question, hmm, I would say peppers, because they come in all colours, shapes and sizes. They can be sweet or spicy and they are a perfect way to spice up a meal. I feel as an analogy this can be applied to my craft, the fabrics, thread, and sewing equipment comes in all shapes colours and sizes, and dependent of what is used and how it is used, I can spice up and create something colourful and different each time. 



If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

I would like to display my work in a small boutique, as it would be available to a wider market. I have managed to find one who was willing to take my daughter’s designs and hopefully I will find one for my designs.

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

I make clothes for women who celebrate their femininity regardless of size, clothes that can be worn across all seasons fashion trends.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

Etsy and the online market is like the ocean, you can easily get swallowed up and drown, but as long as you are doing what you are doing through love and appreciation you will not drown. You will bob around and this way you will get to see what everyone is doing and eventually you will find an ocean to bob up and down in.

Summer Shift Dress

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Thank you, Rose, for taking the time to share your thoughts and your creations with all of us!

Be sure to visit Rose's links below to learn more about her and to see more of her designs.

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - REBECCA ANN CREATIONS

Black Twisted Cable Hat With Bow

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REBECCA ANN CREATIONS

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WELCOME, Rebecca and her Etsy shop, REBECCA ANN CREATIONS, as a featured artist here on my DZFANTASY blog.  Pay a visit to REBECCA ANN CREATIONS, and you will find a wide range of items to choose from....bath, hair accessories, jewelry, head attire, scarves, cowels and a whole lot more!!

Let's learn a bit more about this multi-talented artist by reading her interview below.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

I learned to crochet with a friend of mine in 2007. I loved it and was making things for friends and family. Someone asked me if I had an Etsy account, so I looked into it! Now I've learned to make many things in addition to my crochet! I just love creating!


How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?


This one is hard. I still don't really know what medium I'm in. I like wearing all kinds of accessories so I started making them! I'm always making different kinds of accessories . Whenever I see someone wearing something I like, I go home and make it!


What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?


I enjoy the feeling once I'm done with something. I guess my favorite aspect is finishing a project!

 If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?


I would say a peach. Sometimes it's sweet, sometimes a little tangy, but most of the time it's calming.... that is how I feel about my creations!


If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?


Wow...only one? lol. I love creating things, I would like to learn to sew and make children's clothes. I always look at other people's shops who make little girls dresses and I wish I could make them!

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?


My message is that we are all beautiful in our own way! I create many different styles because I know we all have different tastes, and even though we are different we are all beautiful!


What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?


GO FOR IT! If you enjoy making things than do it! Otherwise you'll regret it later.


Rebecca, thanks for a lovely interview and for sharing your creative ideas with everyone!  To see more of Rebecca's designs and to learn more about her, visit the links below.

Lacy Fingerless Gloves

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Adjustable Cowl/Neckwarmer

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - BRASS CAT STUDIOS

Nesting in Rainbows

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BRASS CAT STUDIOS

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WELCOME, Xeque and her Etsy shop BRASS CAT STUDIOS.  I love the unique colors and textures of the above necklace!  When you pay a visit to BRASS CAT STUDIOS you will find other delightful creations created by Xeque....both vintage and modern jewelry, along with some supplies, etc.

Let's find out how Xeque (pronounced just like X), got started in her creative endeavors by reading her interview below.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

One day I started playing with my sister's beads. I was having so much fun just making patterns and color schemes with plastic beads and stretchy string, I decided I had to start getting some real supplies.

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

I've tried so many different crafts. Oftentimes I would enjoy it for a very short while then it would just fizzle out. Jewelry was something I had tried on numerous occasions in my childhood, but it wasn't till later on when I experimented with my sister's beads I realized just how much I loved it and that it was the one thing I never tired of. So I wanted to try my hand at selling to help fund the craft.

Twinkling Lights Tree Wreath Ornament

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What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

It's a really good feeling to share with others what you've created with your own hands. My family and friends always enjoyed receiving my jewelry as gifts, but when I started being encouraged by total strangers who saw my jewelry, it gave me the confidence to give Etsy a try. The unity in people who create handmade goods makes the experience so much more enjoyable.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?
 Passion fruit, because I'm passionate about what I do.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

Hmm...does writing count? If so, because I've always loved writing, and do have the hope to publish someday. If not, art, because in the past I really enjoyed drawing before I started making jewelry.

Web of the Widow

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What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

I don't feel I have a message really. I just have fun, and hope people have fun wearing what I make.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

I think anyone is capable as long as they love what they do. Your craft shouldn't be a chore, it should be something you enjoy doing. People will care about your work as much as you care about it.


Xeque, is has been a real pleasure to have you and your unique creations here on DZFANTASY as a featured Etsy artist.  Thanks for taking the time to share not only or creations, but also for a great interview.

To see more of Xeque's creations, be sure to BRASS CAT STUDIOS by clicking on either the thumbnail photos or shop name below.

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - CAT IN A CUP

Snowman clipart

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WELCOME, Olga and her new Etsy shop, CAT IN A CUP!  If you are looking for fun, colorful clip art to enhance your own projects, be sure to pay a visit to CAT IN A CUP.  Olga says she will be continually adding new items, so you might just want to "favorite" her shop.

Take a moment to read Olga's interview below where she tells us in her own words how CAT IN A CUP came into being.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

I´ve always liked creating things. As a child I would draw pictures, small comics, make clothes for my dolls, etc. So, it was a natural thing for me to study Fine Arts and continue creating things. I think I especially like art and crafts because it´s a way to express myself, to create not only a craft but also the whole character and a story.

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

There are so many mediums I want to work with! I haven´t decided yet. But for now my favorite is the computer, but I also like to make toys, and I need materials and sewing for that. And I enjoy painting with acrylics on small canvas. As you can see it´s impossible to choose only one medium.

Christmas Cards Holiday Kokeshi

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What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

A good thing and a bad thing about creating art is the total freedom of it. I don´t have timetables, and I love it, any moment of inspiration is good for creating. But, it can be a bad thing as well, as I find it hard to finnish the project I´m working on, there´s always somthing to add or to improve. I really need some schedule.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

A tomato, it´s very versatile, for some people it´s a fruit and for others it´s a vegetable, it´s usually red but can be yellow and green as well. Just as my art, I love so many styles and ways of creating.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

If I had to choose only one, it would be the traditional medium. There´s something about it that digital art cannot offer me. It would be painting because for me it´s much easier to paint than to sew, and so I can create more.

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

I want to create something that people can use in their everyday life, something that would add fun, creativity and inspiration to the usual routine.

Zodiac 1x1 inch squares

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What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

The advice that I was given by many artists and crafters is to create what you really like. I couldn´t agree more. When you are working on something you really like, you get the best results and enjoy the process more.  Of course it´s not always possible, but one tries.

THANKS, Olga, for a delightful interview and for sharing your creative, fun digital art with everyone.

To see more of what CAT IN A CUP has to offer be sure to visit the links below.

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - HOGAN'S HANDIWORK

Multicolor Honeycomb Scarf

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I'm happy to welcome Denise and Erica, and their Etsy shop, HOGAN'S HANDIWORK, as a featured shop here on my DZFANTASY blog.  Denise and Erica are sisters who work together on this venture.  Pay a visit to HOGAN'S HANDIWORK and you will find beautiful scarves and other accessories!  They also have a "weekly special"!  Now is the time to start thinking about buying original, handmade Christmas gifts.

Take a moment to learn a little bit more how HOGAN'S HANDIWORK came into being by reading the interview below.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

My sister and I started making our scarves after a friend encouraged us to put our talents to use on Etsy. We can't thank her enough!

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

We both love soft materials, and I (Denise) particularly love texture. The softness of the yarn we chose, and the texture of the stitches both fit the bill.

Multicolor Solomon Neck Warmer- Ready to Ship

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What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

Watching them grow (and being able to promote our shop by wearing the models).

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

I suppose I would choose a strawberry, because it is bright and fresh and photogenic.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

Autumn Cowl

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I would choose to sew, because it is really the only other talent in the world of arts and crafts that I have!

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

We want our customers to look at our products and know that they were carefully and lovingly crafted for their 100% satisfaction.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

Keep at it. Love what you do.

Thanks, Denise and Erica, for sharing your work with all of us!  To see more of what HOGAN'S HANDIWORK is all about be sure to visit the links below.

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FEATURED ETSY ARTIST - DOVE DESIGNS

Christmas Korker Red and Green

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WELCOME, Jodi and her Etsy shop, DOVE DESIGNS.  When you pay a visit to DOVE DESIGNS, you will find a delightful array of handmade hairbows, clippies, korker bows (such as the one above) headbands and more.

First take a moment to read Jodi's interview below where she gives us a bit of an insight into how she got started creating her designs.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

After having my daughter, I quickly saw how a cute hairbow pulled an entire outfit together. Hair accessories can really make or break an outfit for a little girl. I started designing bows for her and soon I was getting requests from strangers.

Twisted Boutique Bow in Black and Pink

 

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

In my area, bows are more popular than other hair accessories, such as flowers or headbands. My daughter has extremely curly hair and I wanted something that would stay in her hair.

 What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

I find seeing the finished product to be the most enjoyable part, especially seeing it in someone's hair! I love to see how my bows match different outfits for different girls.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable to describe your art/craft, what would you choose and why?

I think I'd choose an apple to represent my bows. Apples come in several colors and flavors, just like the different bows I make. I think of my creations as fresh and tart, just like an apple!

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your "creativity", what would that be and why?

Another medium I'd choose would be sewing. I love to see custom outfits for children, especially smocking. The creative possibilities with colors and textures are endless. Unfortunately, I'm a terrible seamstress!

Gingerbread Man Christmas Bow

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What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

The message I'd like to convey is that every little girl can look cute. I try to make bows to represent a wide variety of tastes. Not every girl is a girly-girl in pink. Not every girl likes bling. I want to provide hair accessories that appeal to different personalities and tastes.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

I'm still new to Etsy, so I'm still learning what works there! But anyone interested in designing bows should do lots of research and try out different materials to see what appeals to them. And practice, practice, practice!

THANKS, Jodi, for sharing your thoughts and creations with all of us.  May your DOVE DESIGNS prove successful for you!

To see more of Jodi's creations, be sure to visit the links below.

FEATURED ETSY SHOP - CARIAD CLAY

Love Birds Hanging Heart

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Let's welcome Chloe, and her Etsy shop, CARIAD CLAY as a featured Etsy artist here on DZFANTASY.  It has been a while since I've had time to bring you featured Etsy shops, and I am happy to have CARIAD CLAY as one of the first ones.

Be sure to pay a visit to Chloe's shop after reading her interview below, where she tells us in her own words how she got started in her art.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

After having my little girl, I started pottery classes to try to banish the baby brain.

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

I've always loved getting messy and really enjoyed pottery at school

What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

I love how relaixng it is, just sitting with some fresh clay and working on new ideas. Sometimes they turn out well and other times they are a complete mess, but as long as I get my 'clay time' I'm happy!


If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you
choose, and why?

A banana! It's soft to start with, but hard when dried and it's bright and sunny!

Custom Butterfly Door Number Plaque Any Number Any Colour

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If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

It would always be clay!

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

That I'm a potter from Wales! I love my Welsh roots and living in Wales.

Cariad is Welsh for beloved and if more people know that then I'm happy.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?


Make what you enjoy making, then you'll enjoy selling it and talking about it too

Chloe, thanks for taking the time to share your delightful creations with all of us and for sharing your thoughts and ideas.

Be sure to visit CARIAD CLAY by clicking on the links below.

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - lilruby by Joan Williams

Antique style Desert Treasure bracelet

by Joan Williams

WELCOME, Joan and her Etsy shop, "lilruby".  Joan's states that she loves to create designs that make you think of "times long ago and far away"!  When you pay a visit to "lilruby" that is definitely the feeling you get when you look at all her lovely pieces.  I could picture the bracelet above being worn by an Eygptian princess! 

Before you visit Joan's shop, take a moment to learn a bit more about this talented jewelry artist by reading her interview below.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

I have had the urge to create pretty much all my life. I've always loved horses and starting drawing them as a small child, which has continued to this day. When I was a teenager, I planned to become a fashion illustrator, and along with the horses, drew an awful lot of girls with long hair and bellbottoms! Although I dreamed of going to art school, I never got the chance and learned about new techniques by reading about them and just diving in.

Gypsy Hoops copper and czech glass earrings

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

When my kids were little I didn't have much time for anything beyond an occasional drawing but eventually dabbled in silk floral design, tole painting and also did some commissioned equine oil portraits (more horses!). I gradually started making earrings and bracelets for myself, and that's when I fell in love with jewelry design.

What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

The most enjoyable aspect of creating for me is the design process - I really love to wander through my favorite bead stores. Something about being surrounded by all those beads lets ideas flow and I can usually design several things in my head.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your "creativity", what would that be and why?

Lately I've been thinking alot about taking up oil painting again. Now that our kids are grown and I actually have a room just for beads and art I think I could enjoy that.

Victorian style rose and brass charm necklace

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

I don't know that my art conveys a particular message other than the need within me to take inspiration and create something that has beauty, at least to me.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

My advice for others is that if you have that need to create, don't ignore it! Find a way to fulfill it even if you can only steal a few minutes late at night after the kids are asleep!

THANKS, for a great interview, Joan, and for sharing your delight jewelry designs with all of us.  I had fun looking at the different pieces of jewelry and contemplating what "time and place" they reminded me of!

To see more of Joan's creations be sure to visit the links below.

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - KIRAMEKU

Berry Ring - Limited Edition

by Kirameku

It is my pleasure to have Maxime and her Etsy shop here on DZFANTASY as a featured artist.  I thought her shop name was very unique, so it was interesting to read in her Profile, how she chose the name....KIRAMEKU......"As for my shop’s name, it’s actually a Japanese word to describe the shine of the ocean and the diamonds. I thought it fit the shop so perfectly, because, I go crazy for everything that shines!"

Take a moment to read Maxime's interview below to learn a little bit about her, and then be sure to visit KIRAMEKU to see her lovely creations.

Sparkling glass crystal bracelet

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

For jewlery; I would say simply curiosity at first, when I was younger. I left that hobby aside and picked it up a few years later beacause I couldn`t find jewlery that suited my tastes. As for arts, it is my biggest passion, so I just kept studiying it and experimenting, they are just too many possibilities ! It is so fun !


How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?
The medium for art took a while. After trying out oils, watercolors, gouache and acrylics, I saw that I like the waterbased one better, so there you go. As for the jewlery, I would simply say anything that shines I love !

What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

I think it is the experimenting part that I love the most, I`m so curious ! I just love to discover new techniques.

Turquoise Flower Paper Earrings - Limited edition

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

I would say berries. You simply have to take a peek at my Etsy mini and you will know exactly why.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your "creativity", what would that be and why?

 Hum, I already touch a lot of medias so I would probably say painting on wood.

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

If my art could talk, it would say: look around, see the beauty within everything.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

Hum, advice... I would probably say document as much as you can, you can never learn enough on your media. Knowing it inside and out is a must.

Thanks, Maxime, for sharing your thoughts and lovely creativity with all of us. 

To see more of Maxime's work, be sure to visit her links below.

FEATUARED ETSY SHOP - HATT STREET

SALE Teal button toque

by Kendra

This toque will beat the competition black and blue. Think girlie toques are just for sissies? Think again! Bright blue teal and black keep this toque edgy and tough. Blue spirals down to the black brim, and two off white buttons finish the punch.

Let's welcome Kendra and her Etsy shop, HATT STREET. Pay a visit to HATT STREET, and you will find an array of lovely, colorful crocheted items...jewelry, spring toques, WINTER SALE ITEMS and more.  First, take a moment to learn a bit more about Kendra and her creations by reading her interview below.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

My dad taught me how to crochet when I was young, and my mum also taught me how to knit. I kept forgetting how to knit, though, so after the first ten times she showed me, I gave it up as a bad job! The crocheting stuck, and when I saw how much toques sold for in stores, I decided to start making my own. Plus, that way I got to pick whatever colours I wanted! People started commenting on my toques, and I started making them as gifts, and things grew from there.

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

Ah, can we blame genetics?! I never made a conscious choice to create with wool, but it works for me!

The Daffodil Bracelet

Nothing says spring like daffodils. April is also Daffodil Month with the Canadian Cancer Society, and this bracelet combines a crocheted daffodil with their royal blue colours to help spread the word. The band of the bracelet is stretchy, and measures 7" around when relaxed, and can stretch up to 11" at the maximum.  $2 from the proceeds of this sale will go to cancer research.

What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

I love a challenge. I love creating custom orders for people and seeing their reactions to my work. I love trying new things and writing my own patterns.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

I want to say a potato but I don't know why...

The Slouchy Toque

Lightweight and bright, this toque is the perfect accessory for those cool spring evenings when you just want that little extra warmth without getting a jacket. Slouch fit with a snug band, in a cotton blend yarn.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

Food! I love to cook, and I make some pretty excellent cakes.

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

I don't think I have a message, exactly... Just want people to have fun with winter!

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

Let yourself be creative. Go with what works for you, and have fun with it!


THANKS, Kendra, for sharing your thoughts and creativity with all of us.  Kendra has some great sales going on now for her winter items, so don't pass up the chance to get beautiful, handmade creations at great prices.

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - AUTUMN RAIN CREATIONS BY APRIL

Photography Print 5x7 Summer Day

Late in the summer when all the plants and flowers are big and beautiful.

by April

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WELCOME, April and her Etsy shop, AUTUMN RAIN CREATIONS.  When you pay a visit to April's shop, you will find a lovely selection of -  Photographic Art, Handcrafted and Upcycled Vintage Earrings. Craft Supplies. Flax Pillow Packs. Vintage Treasures.

Before you visit, AUTUMN RAIN CREATIONS, take a moment to read April's interview  below to get a bit of an "insight" into what started April on her creative adventures.

What led you to start creating your art/craft

I don't think there was anything that led me to start doing this it's just there in me always has been. My grandmother, dad and my daughter are very artistic, so it has always been around me one way or the another. It may sound cliche, but as a child I was always creating something. I have always been intrigued and interested in all art. I love being around it.

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

I have always just worked with what I enjoyed and felt drawn to at that moment.

Purple Glass Copper Dangle Earrings

What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

The solidarity aspect is most enjoyable to me. That's when I just put my whole self into my project and nothing else is on my mind but the creation itself.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

When I am taking pictures, I really see so much of the beauty of nature (God's labor) so I guess I would have to say fruit.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

Probably painting. I use to draw and paint when I was young and have always wanted to start back up again. My daughter is 17 and paints/draws so artisticly. It motivates me.

Purple Leaves Eye Pillow

Eye Pillow Pack filled with Flaxseed. Use cold or hot. Heat in microwave in intervals to achieve gentle moist warmth or store in refrigerator/freezer too cool or help unpuff eyes. Wonderful for a number of aches and pains. Measures 9x3 inches. Made of cotton fabric and flaxseed.

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

I think it's more of a personal inner strength than a message for me. I do it because it makes me feel good, it's calming, it's a creative outlet and sharing it helps me show how I feel about life at that time.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

I don't believe in what's best selling or following the trend. My advise would be draw your creativity from your heart and roll with it.

Thanks, April, for taking the time to share your thoughts and creativity here on DZFANTASY.
 
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MOTHER'S DAY GIFT IDEAS ON ETSY

BLUE HAIRED FIBER SCULPTED "SPRING FAIRY"

Give Mom a bit of magic...at DZFANTASY, you will find fantasy sculptures, fairies, mermaids, and also fantasy fiber jewelry...necklaces, face pins, earrings and more!

MOTHER'S DAY isn't that far away!  Are you thinking...what can I get for "MOM", to show her how special she is?  Well, don't worry....perhaps you will find just what you are looking for by taking a peek at the Etsy shops listed below.

There are so many wonderful creations that can be found in Etsy shops, so I thought I'd put together a special feature showing just a very few of the many choices that one can find while shopping on Etsy.  What could be a more meaningful gift, then one that is "handmade", with love and attention to detail.  Don't you think your mom deserves the very best?

Each shop will be represented with a large photo showing the item in their shop.  To visit that item, just click on the title below the photo.  You can also click on any of the 4 thumbnail photos displayed, to go to directly to that item in the shop, or click on the shop's name below the thumbnails, to go to the shop itself.

Sit back and enjoy visiting the shops below.

Beaded Amulet Necklace

by SERENITY COLLECTIONS

Serenity Collections offers beautiful beaded amulet bags such as the gorgeous one shown above, beaded necklaces, bracelets and more.

Handmade wool slippers using felting technique.

by GRAZIM

When you pay a visit to GRAZIM, you will not only find beautiful selections of felted slippers in wonderful colors and design, but also other gorgeous felted items!

A Sassy Red Felt Purse

by AT THE BRINK

AT THE BRINK offers a delightful selection of eco-friendly, felted purses out of recycled sweaters, and also "wine bottle cozy/bags".

Spring Forward Wildflower Purple Earrings

by EM'S GEMS

EM'S GEMS offers a great selection of delightful beaded earrings, bracelets and necklaces.

BIRD BATH, Glass and Copper, ORANGE and YELLOW

by GLORIOUS GLASS GARDEN

GLORIOUS GLASS GAREN offers a gorgeous selection of colorful glass bird baths, humming bird feeders, butterfly feeders and more!

Happy Mother's Day Card - Personalized - Shower of Love

by DEZIGN DAZE

DEZIGN DAZE specializes in custom and personalized greeting cards, calendars, receipe cards, note cards and more.

Devore Paisley Scarf in Lavender, Cream, and Green

by WILD GINGER SILK

At WILD GINGER SILK, you will find a wide selection of hand painted shawls, wraps, scarves, and accessories.  What mom wouldn't be thrilled to receive a hand-painted silk scarf such as the beauty above!

Yellow Rose MOM Teacup Candleholder Great Gift for Mom

by RECYCLED BY RENEE..The All American Girl

Shop RECYCLED BY RENEE, and you will find Sandblasted Lighted Bottles, Teacup candleholders and Shabby, Victorian and Cottage Chic handmade items, along with American/Patriotic items.

Lime Green Pearl Cluster Earrings (Cascading Pea Sprouts)

from the CARMELLA COLLECTION

by GIFTBEARER

GIFTBEARER offers a stunning collection of tribal style jewelry, fine silver, sterling gem earrings, bracelets, and much more.  The CARMELLA COLLECTION is named in honor of the artist's dog, Carmella, who is the first dog in the United States to be cured of distemper.

 

 PHILOSOPHER - Original Silk Painting

by SILK STORY

SILK STORY has the most exquisite silk paintings that tell a story, along with gorgeous silk scarves, cards....all original designs from this very talented artist!

Pastel handmade evening wristlet

by HI GIRLS

HI GIRLS offers wonderful handmade bags, jewelry and polymer clay items for the home!  I'm sure some deserving mom would love the lovely handbag shown above...many others to choose from at HI GIRLS.

Tea Sampler in a beautiful Tea Chest

15 Great Flavors 5 Bags of each 75 Bags in all

by TEAMAN

If your mom loves tea...be sure to visit TEAMAN, where you will find over 30+ different blends of tea!!  I bet she'd love a "tea sampler" like the one above!  It is always fun to sample the different flavors of tea.

Mother's Day Gift Idea Skin Care Package

by FORGET ME NOT SOAP SHOP

You will find a lot of delightful handmade soaps when you pay a visit to FORGET ME NOT SOAP SHOP!

Ranunculus Flower Blank Card Assortment -- Set of 4 Cards and Envelopes

by KHO KREATIVE

KHO KREATIVE offers beautiful, colorful cards like the set above.  Pay a visit to KHO KREATIVE to find handmade cards, photos and custom designs.

Lithuanian Scratched Mother's Day Present Unique Egg

 Chicken REAL Egg European RED Flowers Daisy Pysanky

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 European Girls Crafts and Eggs

EUROPEAN GIRLS CRAFTS AND EGGS offers beautiful, colorful Lithuanian scractched eggs

SNEAKING OUT THE WINDOW - FaNtAbUlUs FELTED WOOL HANDBAG

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 BARBARA PAIGE KNITS - Mother and Daughter Fiber Arts Creations

You will find wonderful fiber creations at BARBARA PAIGE KNITS...felted bags, shalws and Shrugs, hand spun yarn, handmade button and more!

Lovely Lavender Potpourri Adornment

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QUEEN OF ALL TRADES

QUEEN OF ALL TRADES lives up to its name because when you a pay visit to this shop you will find a wonderful assortment of potpourri wreaths, potpourri adornments, jewelry, paper crafts and more.

Yummy Yummy Chocolate Doughnuts with Strawberry Icing Soap

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ESPECIALLY 4 U BY E and T

What mom doesn't like soaps and bath items!  These look good enough to eat! ESPECIALLY 4 U BY E and T has delightful  handmade soaps, bath items, lotions, shower gels and more.

Keishi Pearl Bracelet

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AMANDA'S OBSESSION

When visiting AMANDA'S OBESSION, you will find beautiful necklaces, bracelets, letter pendant necklaces, stamped necklaces handcrafted from semi-precious gemstones and metals.

Charming hand painted Ceramic Maiolica Tile

by MAIOLICA

MAIOLICA offers beautiful handpainted ceramic items.....tiles,such as the one above, dishes, bowls and more.  The artist  specializes in painting ceramics in the Italian Renaissance Style.

Golden Dynasty three strand bracelet

by FOREVER ANDREA

When you visit to FOREVER ANDREA you will find unique handmade jewelry, lovely keepsake baby bracelets, fun children's jewelry, handmade crocheted scarfs, hand-milled soaps. All sorts of fun gifts to choose from!

Glam White or Black Swirls Fabric Coin Purse with Felt Lining

by RITZEE REBEL

RITZEE REBEL offers a wide selection of cute purses, felt pins, hair accents and more! 

Vintage Mother's Plate

offered by

 A COLLECTIBLE CACHET

 If you love vintage items, be sure to pay a visit to A COLLECTIBLE CACHET where you will find kitchen, jewelry, milk glass, linens and things, home decor and more!

Horse Shoe Necklace

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FIRED AND WIRED

FIRED AND WIRED offers poly shrink and resin jewelry in the following themes, sports, horse & horse racing and various holidays.

Jamie Hobo Shoulder Bag - Handmade Handbag - Boutique by Chez Mois

by SID'S IN STITCHES

Looking for beautiful, colorful, handmade purses in many styles...you will find them at SID'S IN STITCHES!

Juicy Peach - Handmade Soy Candle

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THE PINK SINK

THE PINK SINK offers you Handmade Soap ~ Bath & Body ~ Lip Balm ~ Skin Care

Mother Iridescent Shell Brooch Gold Fill Script Antique

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THREE CHICKS VINTAGE

At THREE CHICKS VINTAGE you will find vintage treasures of  jewelry and beauty items, apparel and accessories and a lot more!

SPRING FLOWER

by PRAIRIE STAR JEWELS

PRAIRIE STAR JEWELS offers handmade necklaces, earrings, purse charms and more created from semi-precious stones and mixed metals.

Thank You for Being You - Mothers Day Gift Idea

by ART OF AMY

Pay a visit to ART OF AMY and find whimsical, fanciful note cards, Alice In Wonderland prints, original art, gift sets, and more!

Asymmetrical Pearl Necklace - Autumn Abundance

by LYNN'S BEADS 'N' THINGS

LYNN'S BEADS 'N' THINGS offers jewelry fashioned from semi precious stones, Freshwater Pearls and other beads. Handmade Cards using real pressed flowers and leaves, laminated for lasting beauty.

Wrought Iron Candle Set - perfect for outdoor living

by A BREATH OF FRENCH AIR

A BREATH OF FRENCH AIR offers a wide variety of handmade soaps, soy candles and bath products.

Beaded Necklace with Polymer Clay Pendant - Licorice Fluff

by MEL'S ART BUFFET

MEL's ART BUFFET offers unique designs for your unique taste - featuring bracelets, earrings, necklaces and more!

Beaded Handmade Eyeglass Holder - Mom

BITS N' BEADS by GILLIAUNA

BITS N' BEADS has such a unique variety of offerings ....necklaces/chokers, earrings and hoops, bracelets and cuffs, I.D. Lanyards, charms and more, you will find it hard to choose!

Baby Fairy Charm Bracelet

by UPCYCLE UTOPIA

UPCYCLE UTOPIA offers "upcycled art" created from bits and pieces of everyday life...earrings, pins/brooches, art dolls, magents and more!

I hope you all enjoyed the small sampling of Mother's Day Gift ideas that can be found on Etsy. I'd like to thank the shops above who chose to participate in this MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL feature.

If anyone would like to leave a comment with a link to an Etsy shop that you feel has Mother's Day Gift ideas, please feel free to do so.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL THE MOMS OUT HERE!!