Category: Etsy
Sam’s Stuff: Tacoma Artist, Blogger, and Etsy Seller
June 18, 2014
Connecting with other people and putting yourself out there is so important to growing your network, skills, and business. That’s why today’s blog post is featuring Sam’s Stuff – a local Etsy seller and blogger right here in Tacoma. Shelley and I met in an Etsy forum for Puget Sound sellers. We both love and […]
Two Strand Freshwater Pearl Necklace
March 18, 2014
I love pearls and recently our local bead store received a large shipment of assorted pearls. I may have went a little overboard, but that’s the beauty of pearls. They never go out of style because they make such classic, elegant jewelry. This particular piece is for sale in my Etsy shop in the Jewelry […]
Nautical Ring Bearer Outfits
March 12, 2014
There are so many cute outfits for ring bearers in a nautical themed wedding. Now is the perfect time to start looking for clothes because the spring and summer lines have a lot of anchor and marine styles. Here are some of my favorite pieces: Bow ties with anchors = so adorable. Love that his […]
First Jewelry in My Etsy Shop: Teal Bracelet & Earrings
January 26, 2014
For the past two years, I’ve had an Etsy shop that I didn’t spend much time on. I know in order to make it successful, I need to spend more consistent time developing it. I’ve learned a lot of other tips through my use (and non-use) of online selling. Another thing I have known, but […]
Will You Be My Bridesmaid? Earring Gift Set
March 12, 2013
Lately I have been thinking about how I want to ask my friends to be my bridesmaids. I love making pearl jewelry, so I knew immediately that earrings would be a perfect gift. Earrings are great because they always fit and look great on every one. For a long time I want a pearl engagement ring, […]
DIY Shabby Chic Antique Finish for Salvaged Window Frame
March 4, 2013
My boyfriend’s mom gave me seven vintage, wood frame windows. After a few months of thinking about what I should do and having them collect dust, I finally started working on them. I decided to paint them all with a white and black shabby chic finish. There were a few articles on how to this, but […]
Upcycled Cabinet Door with Vinyl Quote DIY
February 21, 2013
I rescued this vintage cabinet door from my neighborhood antique shop. It was set outside the back of their building for the trash. The cabinet has a tempered plastic middle framed by finished light-colored wood. The metal hinges and handle give this piece charming character. I’m selling it at my Etsy shop. The unique wall decor […]
You Never Know Who You’ll Meet at the Post Office
January 24, 2013
I was mailing a few Etsy packages at the post office and the woman in front of me realized she didn’t have a piece of mail with her. She started frantically looking for it on the floor and went outside to look. She came back in and informed me she remembered mailing it earlier. Of course, I let […]
New Dog Bows & Ties on Etsy
November 11, 2012
A local Tacoma dog groomer made some dog bows and neckties for my Etsy store! She has adorable ribbons, rhinestones, and flowers. I posted half of them today and will post more tomorrow. Check out my store to see her beautiful designs.
Estate Sale China
November 1, 2012
At the end of the July my boyfriend Tyler and I went to an estate sale with a lot of mismatched China. My grandma bought my brother and I each a set of our own China when we turned two years old, so I have a set on display at my mom’s house. You may […]
