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Welcome the new Mod!

Denisey — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:02:24 GMT

Congrats, Shawn : )

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New Moderator?

Denisey — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:15:02 GMT

Hello : )
I've been in this tribe for a few years, and it's been pretty dead. Now there are a few people posting, and I notice the moderator unsubscribed. Without a word to the tribe (pet peeve, here). Always bad to leave a tribe hanging like this...

Would anyone like to take over the mod position for the tribe?

Aloha!
:D

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Jumping into christmas early ~ Ornament ideas please! (x-post)

GypsyWolf — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 22:53:37 GMT

I'm thinking a head to christmas and am having a tuff time figuring out what I'm going to do. I live in a 30ft 5th wheel trailer now so I need to think light weight. I have a 5ft tree that we want to decorate in a rustic, cabin/lodge style. Nothing fancy or childish. Just simple, earthy ornaments. I have been searching ebay and other places online and am having very little luck getting inspired. So who better to ask than all the crafty crafters here? What are your ideas for christmas ornaments that I can make? Come on..... inspire me!
Thanks! ~Z

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Christmas decorations for the home...........

CoPPeRsGypsyAnGeL — Mon, 14 Nov 2005 23:36:47 GMT

when i was a kid growing up, i had a neighbor who made these and they were gorgeous.

she took chicken wire and made a cone with it. about 3 or 4 feet tall, and then using pine cones wired them to the chicken wire. decorated with only red bows. she strung lights thru the wire before she attached the pine cones.
scenting would also be great: cinnamon sticks, orange and apple slices, etc.
it seems like at some point we had discussed this (on another tribe), but it must have been last year, so im reposting it. i'm hoping that i will have the time to make some this year, maybe three of different sizes to put in my front yard.

(crossposting to other tribes) :)

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Crafts during the 70's.

fayme — Fri, 09 Sep 2005 19:52:33 GMT

These are the crafts I remember being most popular during the 70's.
Macrame' was huge.
Pottery/ceramic beads
Tie Dye
Embroidery on Denim
Clothing hybrids (turning pants into skirts, etc.)
American Flag clothing
Pop-Art
Flowers and butterflies.
Crochet, particularly granny squares
Ponchos
Fringed leather jackets
Leather crafts of all kinds
The gypsy look (now called Bohemian)
Angel wing and peasant tops
Tube tops

Add to the list please.

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Rexlace...plastic lacing...boondoggle...lanyard...gimp...

jeau — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:10:20 GMT

One of the great 70s crafts that didn't get mentioned in the recent 70s crafts topic is gimp. At least, that's what we called it in my town in the 70s! So, after 30 years of wishing someone had taught it to me, I'm finally embarking. I found a seller on eBay who will sell you any colors in any length, so bought a 200-yard lot of 75 colors.

Now I need a book. I'm looking for one that shows how to make keychains, necklaces, bracelets, lanyards, etc...but all the books on eBay are either unrated, have crappy ratings, or are mere 20-30 page pamphlets. Anybody know of a good book? Klutz is usually good with this kind of stuff, but their book "Boondoggle" appears to be their worst ever. And I don't want one for "Scoubidou," which is also plastic lacing, but is round, not flat. Any suggestions? I need busywork for four days of sitting in the sun, drinking in the tunes (and beer) at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival in a couple weeks.

-Late Bloomer ;)

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Wire-Wrapping Experiment

esteban23 — Sat, 17 May 2008 13:19:40 GMT

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Hey y'all,

Earlier this month, I purchased a wire-wrapped pendant and a basic wire-wrapping video from Matthew Nix (www.createapendant.com) off of EBAY. The following link will lead you to my first attempts to master the technique.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ursula23/sets/72157605099245091/

It has been really fun experimenting this week. Now, I just have to let my weary, sore, and very tired finger tips rest for a few days before the blisters begin to form.

STeven

In (Judy)Garland, TX where I am going to hike around a local lake with my weight-loss surgery support group this morning. Something not possible for me eight months ago. Yahoooooo!

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IMPORTANT- craft profile!

Mon, 09 May 2005 23:20:41 GMT

Dear *Hippie Handcrafter* tribe member,

Hey there! Here is a little profile for you to fill out so I can get to know you guys better and help build a grand community! I can always help if you need advice on certain crafts, on making websites, or on how to sell/ advertise your goods! Just answer a few things below to help me get to know you, and maybe we'll start up a thing where one member is featured each week/month for some recognition of their work! Thanks for bein so kynd and cooperative :)

your name----
location----
what crafts do you do?----
how long have you been crafting?----
did you learn from a class/person or are you self taught?----
do you sell your handmade items?----
do you have a business? (if so, what's its name?)----
do you sell your crafts online? (website, ebay, community, co-op)----
do you vend your crafts at shows and festivals? (which ones?)----
do you advertise your handmade items?----
is selling your crafts your full time job?----
do you want to be more recognized?----

thanks for tellin me a bit about yourself and your craftiness! I hope our tribe can help you in the future if you ever need anything!

Jah Bless,

~Jamie~

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But, is it art or just colored plastic?

esteban23 — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 16:57:57 GMT

Hi y'all,

For many,many years I have been a polymer clay bead fanatic. It seems lately that it is taking up all my free time. I have been getting some nice compliments lately of some of the new stuff I have been producing. So...I entered a contest on Polymer Clay Central's website. They have a monthly challenge for people who do different kinds of polymer clay art to show off what they are doing and possibly win a gift certificate for their efforts. It is not much of a prize but it does have the benefits of some bragging rights in our little craft community.

If you feel the urge to try and decide which of the entries is mine, oops I mean if you would like to vote for your favorite, see the entries here....

www.polymerclaycentral.com/chal....html

Esteban

In NOTX where yesterday the NOTX faeries got together for an Estara brunch/lunch/party

www.flickr.com/photos/cas...4206286797/

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my new company called gaia

7synergy — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 19:33:50 GMT

www.gaiaclothing.com

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My Deer ‘s, If your Creative too , I have a Tribe for you .

Starrleeann — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 17:16:09 GMT

Art and Hand made in USA.
This is a tribe for visual arts, and Hand made items made in USA…

if you wish to show off your work and put a add or web page this tribe is for you …

all Accessories hand made from Gourd Art, painting. Any wood work . ten work ,
bead items to sewing , it go’s on and on .

so if your in the USA and you make it and wish to show it off and sell your items ,
love to have you …

you never know some one may fine you here and buy your items …

come on in and have fun …
tribes.tribe.net/handmadeinusa

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Macrame'

fayme — Fri, 09 Sep 2005 19:48:39 GMT

I'm working on macrame' straps for gourd water bottles. Is anyone else out there still doing macrame'? Or trying it for the first time?

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I finally posted pictures!!

Taz — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 16:01:54 GMT

I really suck at taking pictures, so be gentle with me. I posted pictures in my profile of some of the things I have been working on... a lot of them are created with at least some recycled items... paper pendants, bangle bracelets from the cardboard inside packing tape, plant hangers crocheted from grocery bags, handbags from VCR tapes... I forgot to take pics of the bracelets and necklaces with bottle caps and paper beads, but hopefully I'll get to that soon. Peace.

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intro and needed feedback

Kate the Great — Mon, 20 Feb 2006 17:57:25 GMT

Hi there folks! I wanted to introduce myself and a couple of my things. My name is Kate and I live with my hubby in Port Aransas, TX (N. Padre island). I do many things incl. sewing, ceramics, jewelry, mosaic, and whatever else is tickling my fancy at the time. I have a couple of things up at www.msbrown.etsy.com and would love to hear feedback from ya'll. Thanks and be well!

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hand made beads and other fun stuff (Made by me) at my new ebay store

William — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 02:35:58 GMT

Here is a Link to the site i have set up at ebay to show my hand made beads and stuff...
http://stores.ebay.com/Hand-Made-Beads-and-Other-Fun-Stuff
Hope No one will be upset by this... I am Just trying to show what I make to the world.
if you mention that you saw my post here on tribe I will include a Free gift with your first purchase.

blessings!
Will I AM

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Pictures of my beadwork

hobbit — Fri, 28 Jul 2006 03:53:57 GMT

Greetings to all,
I've been a little silent on this list, well, ok, a lot silent but not anymore. I've posted pictures of my bead work here for all to see. I mainly do peyote stitchwork and as I like to say i can bead anything. I mainly do commission work on ritual tools. So if you know anyone that wants bead work done on ritual tools or just the piece of driftwood they found and have been hanging onto for some unknown reason then feel free to connect them up with me.

Thank you & enjoy

Peace
Hobbit

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Name Help-Belly Casting

Amanda — Mon, 27 Feb 2006 04:02:36 GMT

Hi I make belly cast and I need a cool name for my casting business. I later want to offer hand/feet/bottom casting, cloth diapers, slings, cloth pads, blankets, etc.

Any name suggestions???

Thanks,
Amanda

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New Tribe for wire wrappers!

terrapintrading — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 15:18:56 GMT

Hey boys and girls, check this out if you wrap!

http://tribes.tribe.net/wirewrappers?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5Bbf67189c-85c2-45a2-8271-24e99c565ed3%5D

See ya'll soon!

Peace,

Mathew

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So hot, they will singe the skin off your chest!

terrapintrading — Sun, 21 May 2006 23:42:01 GMT

Yo kids, check out my site for some hottness! www.terrapintrading.net I just put up my four latest wraps and they are definatly not to be over-looked. Tired of the same old jewelry? These pieces will light up your jewelry box something fierce! Check it out, drop a line, whatever you want, just check this out!

Peace,

Mathew

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New England Crafters, and anyone else who is near...

terrapintrading — Tue, 18 Apr 2006 06:02:16 GMT

Ok, so check this out. I worked this festival last summer, the White Mountain Unity Festival. It was raging, small, early season, cold, but a good time. Just good kids, not the average cutsy jerk-offs. It was a small Family Festival. I worked this festival with a kid of mine, he is an amazing wrapper who is falling away from his trade, which really sucks. Wow, too many tangents, back the topic at hand. We payed like $250 for a vending spot, a good friend of mine was involved with the whole shabam and hooked us up. We did not do very well, like I said, it was very small, we were selling really bad ass crystals and wraps. I think it would be wise of some of us to creat sort of a coallition, did I spell that right? Anyway, a coallition of hand crafters, bringing our products to these festivals, spliting the cost of the vending site and raging it up. We can all agree that there is power in numbers. I feel that we need to help eachother out. Handcraft webrings are cool, but for those who do not have a website, yet have some awesome products to get out into the world, it could be very beneficial. If anyone has any input, let me know. I know that it may be a little too late in the season to apply for festival vending sites, but maybe for next year. Let me tell you, it was a blast. Nothing is more fun than setting up shop, kickin it with cool cats and ultimatly getting paid for it. Some of these festivals are pretty decently priced, and most seem to give four wrist bands with every site, so if there was like teams of 4, we can go up to any of these festivals and steal the show. We would all share a site, and that is fun as well. Sharing space in that sort of situation, for me anyway, was a rockin time. So yeah, bounce some ideas around and let me know whats up!

Peace, Love and Light,

Mathew

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my stuff for sale

OrionStars — Mon, 03 Apr 2006 00:16:34 GMT

Hi! I'm new to this tribe and wanted to post my first skirt for sale at www.OrionStars.etsy.com There are many more to come as well as some salves/ointments and the like all made by me! Please take a look and give me some feedback (honesty is always welcome!) much love! :)

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HEMP help

Moss — Mon, 27 Mar 2006 17:08:42 GMT

Heya fellow creative peeps,
I'm new here - cool to see a tribe dedicated to some great work!
I do a bunch of different types of handcrafted things: Crystal wrapping, beading, candle making, sewing, stained glass, painting, I could go on...basically I like to add my *touch* to whatever I have (who likes things just -normal-?) So, I have recently got into hemp wrapping and knotting. I love it, and see it incorporating nicely into my crystal work. So....Do any of you know an online resource to get some hemp twine/thread at really good prices? Let me know if. Thanks!!

Brightest Blessings,
Moss )O(

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Hey everyone, I am new!

terrapintrading — Sat, 11 Feb 2006 07:03:38 GMT

Greetings to all Tribesmen and Tribeswomen!
My name is Mathew. I live in Boston and I am a wire wrapper. My website is www.terrapintrading.net. Check it out! I woul dlike to thank Earth Mama for granting me membership in this tribe. So hey to all, and thank you for allowing me to be a part of this tribe. Peace to all.

Peace and Love,
Mathew

P.S. Any New Englanders in here?

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Free Wire Wrapped Pendant GIve Away!!!

terrapintrading — Fri, 24 Feb 2006 14:19:03 GMT

Hello there, I am giving away a free pendant, go to my site to check it out. The drawing will take place on May 1, 2006. I take care of everything, just sign up!

www.terrapintrading.net

-Mathew

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Hey I make RAKU Beads for Jewelry

William — Sun, 05 Feb 2006 10:25:52 GMT

Please feel free to follow my pic to my profile, to where you will find examples of the RAKU Beads I Makeand other stuff too. (I have alot more designs than are shown).
I am Happy to Whole sale batches of 25 or more. at $1.50 each plus a Small S&H charge. take a look and let me know what you think.
William

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UNIQUE MATERIAL FOR SALE

Magnolia Grace — Thu, 05 Jan 2006 08:00:52 GMT

WOW! I have a plethera of a great versitile craft material for that lends itself to all sorts of fun projects. I have come accross a bunch of imported coffee sacks. They are so cool all of them have interesting emblems from places such as brasil, ecuador, africa etc.. with exotic logos. They range in thickness, weight and texture, I have used them for curtins, purses, grocery bags patches and just decoration! I know that you crafty peeps could really run with this idea. I am selling them (for cheap) in lots of 3 or more....Let me know if you are interested you can tribe me or e-mail me at Nattymystic@hotmail.com
crafty fun!!!! Grace

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sell your stuff on my site

Wed, 07 Dec 2005 01:05:00 GMT

hey guys....if any of you would like to be a guest artist on ym site for a little bit and put your merch up, i'd love to do it for a comission from the sales.

i'm especially looking for stone jewelry, soaps, candles, knitted/crocheted stuff, pottery, ect

sunshineonmyshoulders.net

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Happy New Year

Naveen108 — Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:23:40 GMT

NAMASTE

May the new year bring each of you many blessings and peace.

In Love and Light

Pritam

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business cards

LotusFeet — Mon, 25 Apr 2005 14:25:28 GMT

I just want to share with everyone a way to get decent business cards for a decent price. I use www.VistaPrint.com. There are a limited number of designs to choose from (maybe 20 -30 different ones), but you can input your information etc. You can get 200 for "free," which really means for the price of shipping--about $5.

So it is a good deal for those of us who only hand out cards every now and then and don't need super high quality glossy or double sided business cards--although you can get those from this site too, but you have to pay more for them.

~joy,
Jannette

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no time

camptwilight — Thu, 27 Oct 2005 16:38:36 GMT

Hello -
I have just picked up a second job, so between 2 jobs, full-time student, taking care of my cats, and keeping the house somewhat decent, i do not have much down-time except for eat and sleep. Time management is not a problem and I do find a little time here and there to work a bit on my projects.

I was just wondering....How do you guys cope w/ busy schedules/make time for your projects? It is always neat to hear others' perspectives. :)

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new online selling venue!

LotusFeet — Thu, 23 Jun 2005 16:45:22 GMT

It's new! If you post on the site this month there is no fees.
www.etsy.com

~jannette

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Where is everyone?

fayme — Fri, 02 Dec 2005 06:17:54 GMT

It's been a little slow here it seems. Maybe I can stir up some trouble.
Great orange scarf in the photo section.
I've been working on gourd art, learning to use the new wood burning tool as well as getting better with a drill and hand saws and leather dyes.
Tonight I had the idea to crochet some granny square hats. Does anyone remember the hats that were cut from tin soda cans and put together with crochet? I'd love to find some directions for those as well.

If I ever get a jigsaw, I definitely want to make some whirlygigs for the garden.
Is everyone busy shopping or finishing last minute gifts or what?

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doll for a baby

camptwilight — Tue, 08 Nov 2005 14:41:29 GMT

Hello all! :)
One of my good friends is due in January and I want to make a baby-friendly doll for her. Does anybody have any good semi-simple/quick patterns or instructions? I like the idea of teddy bears, animals, anything ya got :)
Now time to go research the 'net (never been very good at searches...)
Thanks bunches! :)

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Sunshine On My Shoulders final site

Sun, 30 Oct 2005 19:43:05 GMT

new site finally up, got my own domain name and all! havent added any items yet, but they should be up within the next week!

sunshineonmyshoulders.net

tell me what you think!

<3 jamie

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Full Moon Dancer Web Site

hobbit — Sat, 29 Oct 2005 02:35:28 GMT

Greetings friends,
Wanted to announce that the beginnings of the Full Moon Dancer's website has been launched. No pictures yet, but we do have Caoimhe's bio info, a description of the types of soaps and lotions she makes and a price list. it's a start!

We will be adding products and pictures of the lotions/soaps, her beaded jewlery, clothing, and my bead work soon.

So please visit us at:
www.fullmoondancer.net

Peace & Love
Hobbit

Thank you fro your support.

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Hi Everyone! Im new here...

DemiLuv — Thu, 27 Oct 2005 11:10:41 GMT

Please come on by and check out my site!
http://demiluv.tripod.com/ Let me know what you think..
Thanks! :o)

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lookie what i finally made

mekare — Sat, 10 Sep 2005 01:20:53 GMT

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Texas State Fair Ribbon Winner

esteban23 — Wed, 07 Sep 2005 14:05:31 GMT

Hey Y'all,

I just received notice from the Texas State Fair that my necklace ("Woody" on my pics page) won the third place ribbon in the fair's very first polymer clay competition. Yea!

Other members of our polymer clay guild in North TX won 1st and 2nd place ribbons. So that means, our little guild swept the awards for the fair. Yea! again.

Now, if only I can turn the bragging rights into some spending money.

esteban

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Just saying hi!

Ailleagan — Fri, 19 Aug 2005 00:02:57 GMT

I was just approved, so I thought I should introduce myself.

I started making jewelry about 10 years ago, give or take, but I didn't sell any of it until about seven years ago.

About three years ago I started with bath teas, eye pillows, bath salts, etc., then I added salves, lip balms, and solid perfumes about six months ago.

I'm in the process of updating my websites (not an easy task with three kids under 10 running around!), but I should have the info up and running in a couple of days.

I'm really looking forward to being a part of all the creativity flying around here!

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Anyone going to Vibes?

Caoimhe — Wed, 03 Aug 2005 12:54:42 GMT

Are there any among you going to Gathering of the Vibes in a couple of weeks?
I would love to meet up and say hi! Earth Moma, are you still going?

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pricing, some good advice

LotusFeet — Sat, 16 Jul 2005 15:51:28 GMT

Thought I would share this sage advice given to me...when pricing a craft, it is a good idea to consider how long you have been doing your craft. If you have been making jewelry for 10 years, for example, that translates to $10 and hour. If it takes you 20 minutes to make a piece--that in turn is an hour. Use that as your base price and add in supplies etc.

The bottom line is that it is handmade; you made it: it is worth whatever you say it is worth ;-)

joy!
Jannette

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my website is up!!!

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 17:20:59 GMT

ahhh finally the site is up! but don't get too excited...it's only temporary haha. the layout sucks and i don't have my domain name yet, but when i come back from studying art in the NY mountains i'll be sure to set it up ASAP.

HERE'S the URL:
http://www.freewebs.com/mysticsunshinedesigns/

I don't have much stuff up on it yet, so bookmark it and check back often. wanna help spread the word? send the link to your buddies! ;D

i've got some patchwork clothes up and jewelry, and i'm putting up knitted/crocheted tams and headbands, dreadbeads, bags, and much more! email me frim the link on my site and tell me what you think, as far as a temporary freewebs site goes ;)

Bright Blessings,
Jamie

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My latest contest entry

esteban23 — Thu, 23 Jun 2005 14:45:18 GMT

Each month, polymerclaycentral.com hosts a monthly challenge to create a piece of art based on a variety of themes. This month I entered one of my necklaces. If you want, once you have gone to the website, click on the link to the challenge. My entry is #3. While your there please vote for your favorite. There are many entries this month and the competition is really stiff. I voted for #5 myself and almost #7. Really nice work. Thanks

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Amber/Leatherwork

LKCDesignOriginals — Tue, 31 May 2005 03:56:43 GMT

Hi Amber...

You had said in the profile post that you would like to know more about leatherwork/tanning.

Tell me what you want to know and I will try to answer as best I can. Some hides need to be soaked, and there is a not so pleasant odor that goes with the territory (I have been known to wretch at the edge of the woods, and I have a pretty good fortitude) I was basically in the middle of no where then and could do it easily, but if you have neighbors fairly close by and they are not as interested as you are, you may want to find someone with the space (farm area) to accomodate your needs. Different hides can be prepared differently, the hair comes off at different rates etc. So if I can throw some info your way I will be glad to...

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5-29 Featured crafter of the week!

Sun, 29 May 2005 19:25:12 GMT

Earthy lady Caoimhe lives in Maryland and does an array of different crafts! She makes: soap, lotions, body butter, salt and sugar scrubs, ritual soaps, dog shampoos, beaded jewelry, patchwork clothing and other types of clothing. She knows what she's doin; she'd been craftin for years! She is self taught and has had a mentor for her herbal knowledge ;) Her and her partner own the business "Full Moon Dancer" together. An online company will be selling her soaps soon, and she hopes to have a website up by fall. She has vended at Eastport Music Festival, and sells her soaps out of a shop called the Walnut Tree in Gaithersburg.

Check out this talented sister, and do your body good- get some of her herbal body products :D

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Photo Albumn

LKCDesignOriginals — Tue, 31 May 2005 04:20:29 GMT

I posted a couple of pictures in the photo albumn. Sorry about the glare on the Ocean pot. Thanks, Lauri

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FEATURED crafter of the week!

Wed, 18 May 2005 00:32:59 GMT

Amber/Pixie lives in Charlottesville, VA, and does quite a few different crafts! She makes candles, patchwork, quilting, embroidery, soapstone pipes, beadwork, and much more! And she's not the only crafty one....her husband does woodburning and soapstone carved bowls! Amber has been crafting for as long as she can remember, and she was taught by experience, friends, and her grandma. Her independent business is called Candles dePixi, and she vends at small Pagan festivals. Amber's website is www.freewebs.com/candlesdepixi .Check out some of her stuff, myabe you'd be interested in some of her handmade items!

www.freewebs.com/candlesdepixi

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your craft pictures!

Mon, 23 May 2005 22:39:34 GMT

hey folks, dont be shy...c'mon and post some pics of things you've made or are in the process of makin! ;)

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My Profiley Bits for Candles dePixi

Mon, 25 Apr 2005 16:54:03 GMT

your name---- Amber, or Pixie
location---- Charlottesville, VA (for now)
what crafts do you do?---- candles, patchwork, quilting, embroidery, soapstone pipes, beadwork, anything else I can get my grubby mitts on!
how long have you been crafting?---- lifelong, so 24 years
did you learn from a class/person or are you self taught?---- grandmotherly influence, and friends, and experience
do you sell your handmade items?---- I do!
do you have a business? (if so, what's its name?)---- Candles dePixi, not yet an official legal business, but it works for now.
do you sell your crafts online? (website, ebay, community, co-op)---- www.freewebs.com/candlesdepixi or www.tuathadekelti.com
do you vend your crafts at shows and festivals? (which ones?)---- yes, pagan gatherings, including GoTT in VA and a few small ones in TN
do you advertise your handmade items?---- I've been posted about in some forums and on "Chateau Bizarre" but that's about it.
is selling your crafts your full time job?---- not yet...
do you want to be more recognized?---- We'll get there eventually, but I am happy with where I am for now!

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Custom Fractal Skirts!

moontime — Tue, 03 May 2005 14:20:51 GMT

Hey Mamas, just wanted to let y'all know I'm offering up a custom auction of my fractal (aka snail trail) skirts on ebay. If its successful I may keep it as an ongoing thing. I also make dresses and sidepanel pants in this style.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5388625674

Thanks for reading!
hugs
Samantha

www.moontimemountain.com

PS~Oh also I have a question for y'all! Even if you are not interested at this time, I'd like to know what color combinations you think would look cool in the above style. You can view a collage of past combinations at the ebay auction or click here for my gallery.
http://moontimemountain.com/fractal.html

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Smilefest Vending Opportunity- next weekend in NC

moontime — Sat, 21 May 2005 22:51:39 GMT

Hey Mamas,
I have some friends who have reserved a 10x20 vending space at Smilefest, but don't have enough stuff for that large a space. They are looking to either fill out their booth or resell half the space. I think they are mainly interested in adding more clothes. They asked me but I don't feel I have enough stuff premade. This is next weekend in NC don't forget. If you are interested, get in touch with me and I'll give you the contact info.
hugs
sam

Moontime Mountain Patchwork Co.
~*~ Patchworks of Art ~*~
www.moontimemountain.com

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Making a living crafting.......

Caoimhe — Sun, 08 May 2005 13:07:58 GMT

I would love nothing better than to quit my job, and sell my soaps, clothing and jewelry for a living. But how do you get started? Simplicity tells me, just do it, my brain tells me, I'd never make enough to live.

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Crafters Coast to Coast show

CoPPeRsGypsyAnGeL — Fri, 13 May 2005 19:37:26 GMT

i love this show. ive only recently started watching it, but they have some crafters on there with some really rocking ideas. its HGTV channel, or just go the web site and look around.

peace love and grooviness

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Just to let you know...........

Caoimhe — Fri, 13 May 2005 11:36:05 GMT

Merry Meet!
Just wanted to let you know, I may not post much for the next couple of weeks.
I am getting ready to go to the Rites of Spring! I am so excited! Unfortunately I am not vending there, maybe next year, but I am busy making soaps and some new patchwork clothing for me!

I am going to fill out the profile tonight or tomorrow, then I shant be round much
till the 1st week of June. So, take care all!

See yis when I return! Slan! -Caoimhe

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consignment

LotusFeet — Sun, 24 Apr 2005 13:50:23 GMT

I'm just wondering if anyone else here puts stuff in others' stores on consignment and what percentage you use.

Right now, I work with two stores like this, one takes 35% the 50%...what is average? Any input on this?

Thanks!
Jannette

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handmade paper jewelry displays

LotusFeet — Fri, 06 May 2005 14:01:03 GMT

hiya all!

I have started making paper. I love doing it, and it turns out pretty nice (I will try to get some pictures up). I put botanicals in it, so it has a pretty & interesting texture. Anyway, I was thinking that this paper would make great cards for displaying earrings and maybe other jewelry b/c it is thick enough to poke holes in, and it makes a pretty background. I have put lavender buds in some of the paper and it has kept a nice, light floral scent too!

Anyway, I don't make jewelry, so if any of you jewelrymakers out there are interested in getting some of my paper for your displays, let me know.

joy!
~Jannette

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for crafters by crafters

Wed, 20 Apr 2005 01:28:21 GMT

hey there, i just accepted a buncha requests to join this tribe, but i wanna make it clear that its a community for people who are serious about their crafts and would like to show and/or sell their crafts- through ebay, websites, shows, festies, or tribe.net! Just wanna make sure everyone is on the same page and knows its for a crafting community. thanks!

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SALE- patchwork, hemp, dread beads and more

Wed, 27 Apr 2005 00:16:56 GMT

I've got some dread beads, jewelery, and patchwork clothes that are on clearance that i made a while ago. I do have some new items for sale too! If you want my catalog emailed to you, *send me your email address* or email me at gruvenmama@aol.com. i got some phatty stuff so check it out cause its cHeAp goin FaSt!!

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~Moon Garden Creations~

LotusFeet — Sat, 23 Apr 2005 02:18:54 GMT

Hiya! I'm Jannette and my herbal health and beauty product line is Moon Garden Creations.

I've posted some pictures of a few of my products:

Large Loofa Body Scrub with shea butter, olive oil and silk protien, bar is an inch+ thick and 4 inches wide with loofa slice embedded. Comes in Unscented or Lemongrass/$5.50

Honey Oat Scrub Bar is 4oz with real honey and oats suspended in a olive oil glycerin base/$4

Facial Bars with French Green Clay or Morrocan Red Clay 2oz/$4

Nature Spirit Bath Tea with muslin bag, lots of balancing herbs, sandalwood, lavender, and clary sage oils makes 8 baths/$7

Dream Pillows herbs and oils tied up in pretty organza bag to place inside your pillowcase or underneath your pillow: Restful Sleep/$6 ; DreamScape for vivid dreams/$8 ; Dream Catcher for avoiding negative dreams and encourageing the positive/$10

I also make Shea Butter and Silk Protien gycerin soaps in all kinds of scents. I work with mostly essential oils, but some frangrance. Most popular are Patchouli/Rose, Patchouli/Citrus, Lavender/Mint, Vanilla/Rose, Basil/Mint, Grapefruit/Jasmine, Pine/Mint...the list of combos goes on and on. I love to make custom soaps, just request your scents! Also popular fragrance oil scented soaps" Green Tea, Ginger Peach, Rice Flower, Frankincense. $3/each or 2/$5

Other popular products (not pictured):
Herbal Bath Salts, Body Lotion with Mango Butter, Healing Body Butter, All-Natural Body Powder, Body Scrubs, Facial Steams, Herbal Teas...and soap, soap, soap: Peppermint Pumice, Honey Citrus Pumice, Almond Honey Scrub, Mocha Scrub.

I do local festival & craft fairs in east TN, some eBay, and catalog orders.

Thanks for looking!
Joy,
Jannette

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Craft Sale

kaltes — Fri, 22 Apr 2005 07:58:43 GMT

I live in Santa Rosa and I've been selling my crafts via Garage/Yard sales at mi casa. I have a huge yard so I was thinking this year it would be great to get a few other Crafters together to sell on the weekends. That way we could split the cost of advertising via flyers/newspaper. And we could get the word out to more people. I have room for about 5 Small booth set-ups. If anyone is interested please send me a message. I usually start the sale in April/May.

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If you like them

beadbat — Wed, 20 Apr 2005 09:14:17 GMT

I posted a few pics of some of my work. Some are for sale some are examples of the custom work I do. I do not have a web site yet, but I can be contacted through tribe or e-mail me at beadbat@yahoo.com. I will gladly quote prices or take custom orders. Hope you enjoy the pics.

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Get Crafty!!!

Justivus — Wed, 20 Apr 2005 05:54:11 GMT

Check out my profile for some paintings Idone. Or for more, clickitilickit www.frinkism.com, seek out the profile of one ELLIOT. His work is the work you seek. Now be well and go forth, camarades
Hugs and snugs,
PeterPAN

note me for pricing or exchanges!!!!

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