Fall Inspired Etsy Artisan Contest

CONTEST IS NOW OVER!!!

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Thank you everyone for your votes! This has been a very fun experience and I am thrilled that so many people participated. Thank you for playing.

The winners of the Fall Inspired Etsy Artisan Contest are:

3rd place winner: KangarooKnits
2nd place winner: 3Stitchcreations
1st place winner: Sunnyswoodngifts

I hope all of you other finalist got some views and hopefully some sales! Good luck and happy holidays!

Interesed in Purchasing One of the featured items?

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You can just click on there etsy link! If the item has already been sold you can contact the seller and see if they would be willing to make you a custom order! Thank you for all of your votes and good luck to all you finalists.

Voting Will Begin Oct. 5th

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Vote on your Favorite Etsy Items

I now have all 15 finalistist's entries listed please make sure to look at all of them. everyone has such great stuff. You can vote on the ones that you like by placing a small comment on their post. Please no more than 1 vote per item. Support Etsy and our members. Good luck to all you finalists. For those of you who entered but did not make it as a finalist I will be posting your items on my facebook page so everyone can see all of the great stuff you have to offer. Don't forget to tell your friends you do not have to be an etsy member to vote everyone is welcome. Thank you for being a part of this fun and promotional contest!

Shop Finalist- Giftbearer

2009-10-02T14:12:00.004-04:00

Giftbearer's Info:

www.giftbearer.etsy.com

Giftbearer, owned and operated by sole proprietor and jewelry artist Pippit Carlington, specializes in high-end indigenous jewelry drawing inspiration from nature and a variety of cultures close to the earth. Anything but primitive, its Contemporary Tribal style weaves a common thread through diverse, and exciting lines which challenge the boundaries between one medium and another. The artist is strongly influenced by nature, political and social issues, and uses her art to educate the public.

Description

Eve Urbana (Necklace)
Eve Urbana is close to the earth even in the heart of the city. She never forgets where she came from, drawing strength from all those who came before; great warriars and healers. She carries the stories of her ancesters, and will pass them on to her children and her children's children.This piece is intricately wire-wrapped with thin copper wireon a frame of heavy-guage copper wire and includes leaves, flowers and berries made of Aventurine, Jade, Serpentine,Carnelian, Unakite, Coral, Variscite, Chrysoprase, and Rubellite.Vines wrap around a central neckwire that also include tiny copper faceted beads.The focal is an artisan-made ceramic face in slate gray which is approximately 1 inch by 1 inch. I have built curly hair around it and constructed a hand-woven bail.

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Shop Finalist- Howlingcaterpillar

2009-10-02T14:00:00.005-04:00

Howlingcaterpillar's Info:

www.howlingcaterpillar.etsy.com

She makes Dream webs, T-shirts and many other pieces all of her work is handmade by her. She uses many materials to create her lovely pieces. She offers great products! I love her dream webs they are so cool and are great for just about any occasion. Her shirts are inspired by different cultures, From native american to celtic and egyptian.

Description

Fall Foliage
This DreamWeb is made from a 10 Inch Brass Ring, Cotton Quilting Fabric, Cotton Crafting Thread, Scrapbooking Buttons, Pony Beads and Dyed Turkey Feathers.It hangs approximately 24 Inches from it's hanging loop to the tip of it's longest feathers.The fabric for this DreamWeb is an abstract leaf pattern. The colours are Rust, Tan, and Hunter green, while the Scrapbooking buttons are Rust, Camel, Olive, Chocolate, and Burgundy Maple style leaves.

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Shop Finalist- SunnysWoodnGifts

2009-10-02T02:19:00.005-04:00

SunnysWoodnGifts's Info:

www.sunnyswoodngifts.etsy.com

She makes the most beautiful magnets that I have ever seen! you will find a variety of unique handmade gift items. From gorgeous one of a kind hand painted magnets to beautiful hand painted key chains and bookmarks. All items are handcrafted by her. She offers great service at great prices

Description
Hand Painted Glass Magnets Splash Of Color Fall Flair

Each one is different but all carry the same colors just different swirling pattern. A really beautiful and such a colorful set. Brown, orange, black and white all swirled together to make such an interesting pattern and bringing out a combination of new colors when mixed together. A Fun set of magnets.The way the glass magnifies the painting behind the glass is simply gorgeous in the way that it makes the painting pop, showing every fine line and every detail, a lot of clarity in this beautiful little piece of art under glass and since it is fully hand painted, there will never be two exactly alike.

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shop Finalist- Kenneh

2009-10-02T02:11:00.004-04:00

kenneh's Info:

www.kenneh.etsy.com

She is an artist;illustrator;painter. It takes her at least 16 hours to design. She is currently getting her associated degree in arts and likes to consider her work digital paintings. Her work is very pretty and I think she has a great talent.

Description

The ghost who convinced the cow, who kicked the bucket... (11 x 8.5 Print)

The cow, who kicked the bucket, who burnt down the city. That's pretty much my inspiration for this piece. Its humorous, and fun. This is a limited run high quality print 11 x 8 1/2".

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Shop Finalist- 3stitchcreations

2009-10-02T02:05:00.004-04:00

3Stitchcreations's Info:

www.3stitchcreations.etsy.com

3 Stitch Creations is a family effort. Nancy (mom) creates beautiful, luscious afghans that are completely machine washable. Marci (big sister) brings a variety of talents for contributions like bags, quilts, ornaments, wall hangings and an abundance of embroidery items like bibs, onesies and art work. Megan (little sister) rounds out the trio with additional quilts, bags and wall hangings. Together we are 3 Stitch Creations. Located in Ohio, we have settled here from various parts of the US and combined we have many decades of experience and love for our crafts.

Description

Fall Leaf Outline Applique Wall Hanging

30.5 x 38 inThis striking wall hanging has 9 window panes filled with contrasting leaf outlines displaying the wonderful fall colors of browns, greens, red, orange, and yellow. With forest green sashing and a burgundy boarder, this creation adds tons of seasonal colors to your space.Hang with a rod (not included) from the pocket on the back.

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Shop Finalist- Madly2005

2009-10-02T01:56:00.003-04:00

Madly2005's Info:

www.madly2005.etsy.com

She started out looking for cute, homemade, different outfits for boys.She searched but it was always the same. Either she couldn't find anything or the price was too steep for her budget. She had some great ideas so she started making things for him. Her niece was then born, so she started making cute little dresses.

Description

Custom Handmade Scarecrow Pumpkins Pillowcase Dress

Cute Pillowcase Dress your little girl. Great for Pumpkin Patch pictures Great for those hot days. Can wear in winter time with a warm shirt underneath . Starts out as a dress and then your little one can wear it as a shirt as she gets older. Fabric is cotton, pre-washed in fragrance free detergent to minimize shrinkage.Ribbons are sewn in so they won't pull out. Wash cold water gentle cycle and tumble dry lowSizes: 6 month to size 7 Size 6 mth shown

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Shop Finalist- Melker

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Melker's Info:

www.melker.etsy.com

She has always had a passion for art. From jewelry and painting to playing the piano and making wired trees. Her passion for art has made her pieces shine. Her works are inspired by fairytales with there whimsical charm and vibrant life-like quality you are sure to love them all.

Description 18 Origami Lanterns - cherry-pink/orange, orange/brown/multicolored, yellow
Light up your table with these colorful lanterns!The set consists of 18 large lanterns that are handmade out of beautiful patterned designer sheets.Colors: cherry-pink/orange, brown/multicolored, yellow They will definitely add a magical atmosphere to your birthday, wedding, holiday or any other special occasion.Place the lanterns over a tea light that is inside a glass holder, or use the lanterns without a candle as a table decoration.Size: hight 4.3-5.1 in, diameter 3.5 in (11-13cm x 9 cm)

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Shop Finalist- Georgiamarbles

2009-10-02T01:34:00.005-04:00

Georgiamarbles's Info:

www.georgimarbles.etsy.com

She is a grandmother to 4 and lives to make them happy. She love to make aprons and gets together with her church and uses some of the materials from their destash such as vintage materials to incorporate into her pieces. All of her work is very lovely, affordable and unique.

Description

Hoot Owl Halloween Full Length Flouncy Ruffled Apron
Quality Cotton FabricsCute HooT Owl PrintBright Yellow with Black StripesBlack with White Polka DotsFull Length - 33"PocketNeck and Side TiesFlouncy RuffleMeasures 12' across "Bodice'Fits Adult Size Small Through Extra LargeHoot Hoot !! Happy Halloween!!

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Shop Finalist- Magickalmama

2009-10-02T01:26:00.006-04:00

Magickalmama's Info:

www.magickalmama.etsy.com

She is a busy mother of three, jewelry artisan, doula, and writer. She is continually inspired by nature and the divine feminine. her work has been inspired by both, beauty and intention and her hope is that whomever wears them will feel a connection to the both nature and the divine in their own personal way.

Description

Mabon Jewel Spell Kit
Our new Jewel Spells are here!Jewel Spells™ are created to charge or empower a piece of jewelry with a specific magickal intent. This one is for Mabon, the Autumnal Equinox - second of the Harvest Sabbats, and is to remind us to be thankful and remember how blessed we are...Come and celebrate the balance of light and dark, the change from summer to fall, and the bountiful fruits of the harvest with this special spell kit. Jewel Spells can be used as part of your larger Mabon ritual, or as a very personal, private celebration. You can even do your spell in the privacy of your bath.The Mabon Jewel Spell kit comes with the following:Mabon Blessed BraceletMabon Herbal BlendMabon Oil BlendBeeswax Tealight& an Instructional Scroll.

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Shop Finalist- Vidajewelrydesigns

2009-10-02T01:15:00.006-04:00

Vidajewelrydesigns's Info:

www.vidajewelrydesigns.etsy.com

As a person who loves jewelry and collects special pieces,Vida often found herself searching for that one piece she couldn't find. That led her to designing and creating jewelry! She doesn't have a particular style of jewelry that she perfers- many times it depends on the occasion, or the mood she is in that day. This is why her pieces are so diverse.All items are made with Sterling Silver & Gold Filled metals, and Semi-Precious & Natural Gemstones. Swarovski Crystals are also used to accentuate the beauty of the stones.

Description

Bronzite, Freshwater Pearls, and Swarovski Bracelet set in Sterling Silver

Bronzite is a gem that is slowly growing in popularity. The stone has captivating variations in color and pattern- each one refracts golden metallic sparkles and streaks from within.The main focal point of the bracelet is the bronzite stone. To enhance the metallic in the stones, I added Swarovski crystals and freshwater pearls with a slight golden hue. I also added sterling silver heishe beads as accent. It comes with a toggle closure.The bracelet measures 8 inches

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Shop Finalist- Yossiewoof

2009-10-02T01:03:00.009-04:00

Yossiewoof's Info:

www.yossiewoof.etsy.com

Yossiewoof is a new member of etsy she has a real talent for making beaded flower hair bands. Each one is unique and she never makes the same thing twice. Custom orders are welcome. They will make great gifts and are sold at reasonable prices.

Description

Wood Nymph

Wood Nymph starts with the brown ribbon, wrapped with a layer of gauzy amber sparkly ribbon over it. There's three small beaded flowers in gold, purple, and amber, with corresponding centers to match. The flowers have little leaves in dark green.

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Shop Finalist- designerfavors

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Desingerfavors Info:

www.designerfavors.etsy.com

Not only is her work unique and beautiful, a great keepsake! Her work was inspired by her own wedding. When she couldn't find wedding favors that matched her own color theme.She has favors for all sorts of occasions. From Holiday inspired pieces to weddings and baby showers. She offers a great selection. All of her pieces are Hand painted and can be custom ordered to fit your needs!

Description

Set of 4 Halloween Gift Boxes

These beautiful paper mache square gift boxes are sophisticated and unique. Perfect for your Halloween goodies.Each favor is hand painted and features a different jack-o-lantern face.Gift boxes are done in bright Halloween colors - goblin green and monster purple. Each is painted white on the inside.You will receive 2 round and 2 square boxes as shown.Square favors measure 3” x 3” and 1-1/2" high and hold approximately 1/2 cup of goodies. Round favors measure 6" in diameter and 1-1/2" high and hold approximately 1/2 cup of goodies.

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Shop Finalist- KangarooKnits

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KangarooKnits's Info:

www.KangarooKnits.etsy.com

Kangarooknits work is not just beautiful but also very helpful. She uses her business profits for sponsoring her 'sister' through WomenForWomen.org. Women for Women International provides women survivors of war, civil strife and other conflicts with the tools and resources to move from crisis and poverty to stability and self-sufficiency, thereby promoting viable civil societies. I think this is wonderful. Her work is so beautiful and unique I just fell in love with her pumpkins. Which also made the front page on etsy!

Description:

Knitted Pumpkins

The large pumpkin is carrot colored and has a brown stem. It measures 6” diameter and the base is 4” high. The overall height including the stem is approximately 6”.The small pumpkin is rust colored with a brown stem. It measures 4.5” diameter and the base is 3” high. The overall height including the stem is approximately 5”.

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Shop Finalist- bprdesigns's

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bprdesigns's Info:

www.bprdesigns.etsy.com

bprdesigns has always had a love for glass. She has found great joy in working with fused glass. Bringing the beautiful colors of nature into her work is what makes it so spectacular. All of her pieces are one of a kind and are food safe. You will love her intricate and unique pieces of art they are just stunning.

Description:

Orange Starburst Glass Votive Candle Holder

Unique handmade glass votive candle holder made with coral transparent glass surrounded by various orange colored glass rods! This piece was draped over a vase mold in the kiln and folded upon itself to give it a unique shape. The base of the piece is approximately 2.75" across and the height of the coral glass is about 2.5". It will hold a tealight or votive candle and the play of light through the glass is spectacular!

The glass is food safe, so you could use it as a unique serving piece as well.

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Shop Finalist- jennuinecandles

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Jennuinecandles' Info:

www.jennuinecandles.etsy.com

Jenn specializes in making 100% Palm wax candles! She is an occupational therapist. Through her rewarding, yet stressful work she has found comfort through her craft at making candles. She offers a HUGE variety of scents, which you can find on her profile page. You can also check out her website at http://www.jennuinecandles.com/. She offers the choice for custom orders and excellent service.

Description:

Autumn Bouquet - Palm Wax Tarts

These beautiful fall leaf tarts (melts) are scented with two wonderful fragrances.Both are from my Comforts of Home Collection - The red side is Enough Said - a festive blend of crisp apples, peaches, oranges, spiced cranberries and cinnamon; black currant and vanilla spice add a sense of warmth.The orange side is Ta Da! - a warm blend of molasses, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, ground cloves and pumpkin.

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Finalists Coming Soon!

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I am starting on adding the finalist's work to my blog. There is no specific order as I add them so please don't assume that the first shop I list I think is the best. Everyone's work is wonderful!

Please remember to vote.

Contest Entries are now over! Voting will begin OCT. 5

2009-10-01T16:20:00.002-04:00

Thank you everyone for your entries you all have amazing stuff, but unfortunantly I could only pick 15 shops for voting. I will be posting the finalists' product photos over the next few days and voting will begin on Oct. 5th please support our etsy members and cast your vote on which items you like the best. You can vote on mulitple items but you can only vote once per item.
The Finalists will be notified through there etsy convo and for those who did not make it I will be posting your items on my facebook page.

you can check out my fan page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Budding-Creations/121401318365

Good luck everyone!

Yay!

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Thank you so much for your entries. I was wandering how well it was going to turn out but I think it will turn out well. I look forward to seeing everyones work. Good luck!

Fall INSPIRED ETSY ARTISIAN CONTEST

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How to Enter:
1. In the comments section below. Tell me your etsy shop name and send a link to the item you would like to enter. (no more than 2 per shop will be allowed)
2. Even though this contest is open to all etsy members. Only 15 will be chosen for the contest. I will go through and decide which pieces most represent the fall season.
3. The last day to enter the contest is September 30th.
4. By October 5th I will have chosen the 15 people ( contact them to let them know they have become a finalist) and enter their pieces individually on the blog with a short bio and product info.
4. From there members can vote on which piece that they like the best. October 31st will be the last day i will except votes.
On November 5th I will announce the winners of the contest.

What you will win:
3rd Place winner will win a week on my Daily featurette with detailed info about random items and sales if available!
2nd Place winner will win a Beaded Hair Barrette OR a single rose (Their choice in color).
!st place winner will win a 40.00$ Gift certificate to buy from my shop! and a month in the spotlight

I will be looking for:
good photo quality: make sure that they are bright and colorful.
something that is related to fall- Doesnt matter! can be colors, themes or something used during the fall months

That is pretty much it. So good luck. I can't wait to see what everyone has.