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Inspired by… Birds and Bees!
by KirstenBailey on 3/04/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
“Just Be Bumblebee” Tile magnets set by My Little Chickadee Creations
Spring has sprung for you folks in the Northern Hemisphere, so I thought I’d share some of my favourite “Birds and Bees” items from around Handmade Spark!
I’m a big fan of Wyanne‘s work, and have featured her art here before. …
Aussie Autumn
by KirstenBailey on 2/27/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Autumn Leaves Bobby Pins by Two Cheeky Monkeys
As the Earth revolves around the sun at a leisurely 30km/second, the Northern Hemisphere will soon be coming alive with the sounds of spring… here in Australia, in the Southern Hemisphere, we are ambling towards the welcome cool of Autumn.
With that in mind, …
Emerging Butterflies…
by KirstenBailey on 2/25/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Delicate Rice Paper Butterfly Display by Insect Art
I love butterflies. Not only for their beauty and fragility, but also for the symbolism of the butterfly.
I think many Etsy sellers are like caterpillars in a way. Many of us still have day jobs, and are quietly pursuing our passion, hoping that …
Tropical Holiday
by KirstenBailey on 2/20/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Dolphin's Keep Photograph by Daogreer Earth Works
Tough week at work? Dreaming of a tropical holiday? Me too!
But if you’re like me, and don’t have the time (or the money) to be jetsetting to the other side of the world for a tropical holiday, why not have one at home with …
Why I love to shop local (and you should too)…
by KirstenBailey on 2/13/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
One of the things I love about Etsy and the online handmade community is that it connects buyers and sellers around the world. However, I think there are still some very good reasons to buy local.
First of all, you save money. Shipping is cheaper when you buy from someone nearby, …
Bright Sparks : Treasury
by KirstenBailey on 2/13/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
“Awake” – Original Mixed Media painting by Wyanne
While browsing around Handmade Spark I was inspired by all the bright and beautiful things our sellers have in their stores, so I made this Treasury – “Bright Sparks”:
Check it out while you can, it expires soon!
Affordable Art with ACEOs
by KirstenBailey on 2/08/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
“Goldbird, Misty Morning” – an original ink drawing by Tallystick Traders
If you’re like me, you probably find yourself gazing at the beautiful artwork available on Etsy and wishing you had the cash to buy all the pieces you love.
ACEOs are a great way to indulge that urge to buy …
