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What's all this? Read below to find out!
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What is a Sneak Attack?
It's a way to support independant artisans who are trying to sell their wares online. Two days a week at an appointed time, an Etsy shop with few or no sales is announced on this site. As many people as possible then buy items from that shop, resulting in a frenzy of surprise business to the unsuspecting shop! To the upper right is the current Sneak Attack schedule. To participate, show up on this site at or soon after the time of the next attack and you'll see the chosen shop name in the box above. Then go to that shop and purchase an item, making sure to include the words "Sneak Attack" in the "message to seller". It's also fun to tune into the current thread on Etsy to talk about it with other "attackers".
The Handmade Movement Blog
September 25th: Something New for Baby or You from Smart sAss Baby on Etsy
Bridget Bauer is going to make some lucky winner’s day on October 7th. Bridget is the proud owner of Smart sAss Baby on Etsy, where she designs ‘Attitude Tee’s for Kids with Attitude’. If you are that lucky winner you get your choice of Tee from Bridget’s Etsy shop. Pick out one for you in an adult size or one for your little one in a kid’s size.
Have a little fun or advertise your Etsy Shop on your Tee when you do a craft show!
Don’t want a Tee? There are other unique and fun designs to entice you.
Bridget began playing around with creating Attitude T’s when she had her son. ‘Boy’s clothes are just not as much fun as girls and I wanted a way to make his wardrobe a little more reflective of his personality and so Smart sAss Baby was born.’ Says Bridget in her Etsy Profile. Now we all can benefit from Bridget’s designs.
I know you want to run right off and check out Smart sAss Baby but you will want to register for the Handmade Giveaway before you go. Then browse through all of Bridget’s wonderfully unique designs and pick out your favorite. That special Tee could be yours if you win the drawing on October 7th. The winner will be announced at 6:00pm in the Sneak Attack Forum Thread but you will receive an email if you have won. Now off to register and Good Luck!
September 7th: Rosella of Painted Memories by Ros on Etsy Donates to the Handmade Giveaway
Stop by Painted Memories by Ros and you will find Rosella’s shop to to be filled with her original artwork. Beautiful watercolors, charcoal and pen and ink drawings abound with an occasional digital painting thrown in for good measure.
Rosella tells us a little about herself in her Etsy shop bio: I have been an artist since I was a young girl. After trying different media, I discovered a love of watercolor painting and charcoal drawing when I attended Kansas City Junior College. I went on to get my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Pratt Institute.
Finding the perfect card is not hard to do when you shop in the right place. Painted Memories by Ros has a variety of cards to browse and you are sure to find the perfect one.
Would you like to win a set of five photo cards from Painted Memories by Ros? Rosella has generously donated a set of winter themed notecards to the Handmade Giveaway. Before you leave to browse through her shop, be sure to sign up for the drawing. You could be the lucky winner!
August 13th: Erika Bond Owner of ErikaBond on Etsy Donates to the Handmade Giveaway
Meet Erika, the proud owner of ErikaBond on Etsy. Erika is a self-taught artist who loves to paint and create beautiful wire wrapped jewelry. In August of 2009 Erika opened her shop on Etsy and began sharing her talent for creating paintings that lean toward nature themes and jewelry with a fantasy feel. As I was browsing in Erika’s shop I found this brilliantly
colored, eye catching ACEO. Erika describes her painting style as ‘a twist of surreal and a feel of folk art.’ I would say that pretty well sums it up!
Erika shares with us a little about her jewelry designs. ‘There is a lot of whimsy and free form in my designs. Right now I enjoy working with sterling silver and copper wire. All the stones are genuine gemstones unless otherwise stated. Art of various forms has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.’
Like her mother, Erika’s daughter is also an artist. She has been accepted into the Arts and Humanities Focus school program for high school students. Clearly there is an abundance of talent here!
Take some time to visit Erika’s shop and see all of her wonderful creations. There you will also find a link to her daughter’s Etsy shop. You won’t want to miss out on either one of these shops!
I know you won’t want to miss your chance to own a piece of ErikaBond jewelry, so don’t forget to sign up for the Handmade Giveaway before you go shopping! The Giveaway winner will be announce August 26th in the Etsy forum thread at 6pm. Be one of the first to know who won by hanging out and having fun with the ‘Sneakers’ while they get psyched up for another Sneak Attack! If you are not present and you are the winner you will receive an email letting you know. Good luck and have fun shopping!
May 28th: Etsy Shop Owner Donates to Our Giveaway
Etsy shop owners are a group of wonderfully creative and generous people. Their donations make The Handmade Giveaway possible. We thank them.
Spotlight on: Cynthia Strickland owner of Studio80 on Etsy.
If you are shopping for bags and totes, original fabric designs, garden and home decor or cute little Purse n Notables to make your life easier you can find it all at Studio80 on Etsy. Cynthia invites you to ‘Indulge in your thoughts, wishes do come true, for the best laid plans are the dreams you once knew.’
Cynthia says in her Etsy profile; ‘I am constantly inspired through nature and through my environment. I have been sewing and quilting for many years and am making a natural transition into my own fabric designs. I have always had a creative spirit, a desire to design and a passion for fabric, color and texture. I derive great joy in all that I make and hope that my designs bring you joy as well.’
Take a look through Studio80 and you will no doubt find something you have to have. To win Cynthia’s Purse n Notables all you have to do is sign up for the Handmade Giveaway. Why not do that now and then click on over to Studio80 to see what other things Cynthia has to offer in her shop? The drawing for the Giveaway will be June 17th at 6:00pm. If your entry is drawn you will receive and email letting you know! Good luck!
May 13th: Etsy Shop Owner Donates to Our Giveaway
Etsy shop owners are a group of wonderfully creative and generous people. Their donations make The Handmade Giveaway possible. We thank them.
Spotlight on: Lisa Hamilton owner of the Etsy Shop Beadsoul.
Lisa’s Etsy shop is a place where quality materials, inspiration, and soul combine. “A piece of jewelry should be fun, artful and reflect your personality; this is what I strive to capture!” says Lisa in her shop policies.
“It is a focus of mine to use high-quality materials, such as authentic gemstones, genuine Swarovski crystals, and gold filled or sterling wire. This ensures a piece that can last a lifetime!”
Lisa also offers custom designs. “If you see any item that captures your eye that is not the right size or color, convo me; I would be happy to work with you to create a special piece that will bring you smiles!”
You can find out more about Lisa when you visit her Etsy shop Beadsoul, just read her Bio and Shop Policies. Wait, you don’t want to miss out on a chance at winning Lisa’s beautiful earrings so be sure to register before you go. The winner will be announce in the Sneak Attack forum on May 27th. You will receive an email if you are the lucky winner!
April 15th: Etsy Shop Owner Donates to Our Giveaway
Etsy shop owners are a group of wonderfully creative and generous people. Their donations make The Handmade Giveaway possible. We thank them.
Spotlight on: Lucy, owner of LucyCl on Etsy.
LucyCl is the owner of LuDesigns™ Jewelry and designs Artisan and Custom Jewelry. She lives in Chicago and enjoys being artistic and running her own business. Lucy writes in her shop welcome; “Desiging jewelry has become my greatest source of entertainment. I enjoy sharing it with my customers.” To find out more about Lucy and see her handcrafted jewelry visit LucyCl. But don’t go before you sign up to win the necklace she donated. The winner will be announced at 6:00pm EST on April 29th!
