Top 50 Etsy moms

50 Best Etsy Moms

As reported on Babble.com

Etsy.com is a booming hub for artists all around the world to sell their handmade products, consequently creating a community bursting with creativity and ingenuity. It’s a place to find unique treasures that directly supports some of the most talented individuals and their crafts. Not surprisingly, many of these artists, dreamers, designers and builders are moms like us. They’re balancing the day-to-day parenting responsibilities — sometimes with another day job, sometimes as a single mom — while still squeezing in time for their growing business. (This is where naps and bed times come in handy.) And they’re not just doing it for the money; they’re utilizing this creative outlet while teaching
their children the value of artistry, resourcefulness and determination.
We sifted through thousands of these talented moms to find our favorite 50 of the bunch. (Not an easy feat, you can imagine.) What we love about Etsy moms is the fact that, besides being exceptionally talented and busy, they all create products inspired by a mother’s own needs and wants. That’s why so many of these shops feature affordable, safe and stylish alternatives inspired by motherhood.
Although our picks span dozens of different categories, cultures and time zones, there were overwhelming similarities between the moms. The vast majority described their skills and insatiable need to create as being passed down through the family tree — one generation patiently teaching the next. Even more similarly, each and every one — whether they’ve been crafting for 3 or 30 years — pinpointed their children as inspiration. Often it was the desire to work from home while raising the kids; sometimes a need for better, safer products for their children; and many times it was a dream resurrected from the innocent imagination unfolding before them. Regardless, these moms are all motivated by their children, who in turn will be inspired by their mothers.

Of course it’s nearly impossible to find every talented Etsy mom, so we encourage you to share your favorites and, of course, support these striking talents.

Dotty blue ring

A new addition to the Dotty range of jewellery, with the Dotty ring

This cute little ring is 2 mm wide, with a flat sterling silver band, that has a satin textured finish.
It features 3 little dots of turquoise cabochons, that are the perfect complement to the Dotty blue earrings.
Ideal to wear everyday, this hand crafted band is available at http://en.dawanda.com/product/9343346-Dotty-Blue-turquoise-silver-ring

AlphabettiSpaghetti, a soup? no, jewels !

Let me introduce you to Wendy Humphreys.

Tell us about yourself Wendy
I make precious metal jewellery in my little attic workshop in Italy. I like to make as many of my components as possible without relying too much on pre-made findings or casting. This can be time-consuming but also makes an item truly unique and handmade

I started making jewellery at home as a hobby about 9 years ago. I used to sell to friends or make things to give away for birthdays, etc. In 2005 I moved to Italy and no longer had a job. I picked up where I'd left off in the UK, but this time with my very own workshop space under the roof at home. I started to sell on Etsy at the beginning of 2006.

A lot of my inspiration comes from things I see around me, be it a lamp in a restaurant or a fallen leaf. I love creating pieces inspired by nature, with bees, leaves and acorns being my particular favourite models.

How does your culture, upbringing, and/or environment influence your designs/crafts? Although I'm no artist in that I'm hopeless at drawing, I've always been quite good at creating things with my hands. I rarely draw a piece before I make it, having a clear view in my head how it should turn out. I'll only jot things down on paper to remind me of certain features of a piece such as dimensions, finish or stones to be used. My father is a bit like this, but apart from him, I'm the only one in the family who is creative in this way.

What are some of the ways you market and promote your business/Craft?
I do a little outside advertising of my jewellery and send out newsletters to existing customers, friends and family with the latest offers I have available. Every time I list a new item I mention it on Twitter and Facebook. Any new pieces get shown off on Flickr. This is a good way of showcasing your best work and reaching a wide audience for free. When anyone comes round for dinner, I sneakily turn the subject around to my latest creations and ask them if they'd like to have a look at my latest work. Mostly people are too polite to say no!

Based on your experience, what advice would you give to other crafters selling or looking to start selling their crafts?I think anyone who is starting out and hoping to sell their craft has to stay one step ahead of the competition. Copying can be rife on some sites so it always helps to have a unique thing that you do, and something that either isn't easy to copy or that would take a lot of effort to do so. Photographs are one of the most important tools when selling online and should be crisp and clear and show the item from as many angles as possible. Descriptions also need to be clear. Also with so much competition you can never take your eye off the ball. Always have some kind of promotional idea lined up and keep plugging away. Join groups of like-minded people for tips, motivation and inspiration.

When I'm not making jewellery or catnip toys, I can sometimes be found sitting on the back of our motorcycle, zipping around the gorgeous Italian countryside.

Where to find her creations:
Shops: in Euros, on etsy in US$ and

To spoil your kitty cats
http://en.dawanda.com/shop/catscanjump
Her blog, and also Mukkatours

Celebrity gifting

My stacking Ludiques ring has been selected by Dawanda for celebrity gifts.
Check it out, next to miss Hepburn

Cuteable, diamonds and husbands

a little mention in Cuteable, A daily blog with posts on cute apparel, jewelry, toys, home decor and more!

Feature on the Carrotbox

What a surprise today as a jeweller friend congratulates me on being selected and showcased on the Carrotbox blog

Joya exibicion

I just love this image ...

In the press - Holts Academy of Jewellery

I signed up for a newsletter with Holts Academy of Jewellery, of which I have been a student.What a good surprise this morning as I opened my mail and saw this loveley feature.

I am just very pleased and delighted and would like to thank Holts Academy of Jewellery for featuring my 3 gold rings with diamonds.

an interview with PennyDog

Thank you to Pennydog Jewellery for a nice interview about my work

February gemstone - Amethyst

Here is a little selection of February's gemstone: Amethyst

They come form light lavender to deep dark purple.

Lovely Amethyst - February gemstone

Amethyst Gemstone meanings
Crystalline quartz in shades of purple, lilac or mauve is called amethyst, a stone traditionally worn to guard against drunkeness and to instill a sober mind. The word amethyst comes from the Greek meaning "without drunkenness" and amethyst is believed to protect one from poison.

It is used as a dream stone and to help insomnia. Put an amethyst under your pillow to bring about pleasant dreams, or rub it across your forehead to offer relief from a headache.

Ancient Egyptians used the amethyst guard against guilty and fearful feelings. It has been worn as protection from self-deception, as well as a protection against witchcraft. The amethyst has long been used to open the spiritual and psychic centers, making it one of the power stones. It is also used as a meditation aid when worn as a necklace.

The amethyst is known as the Bishop's Stone and is still worn by Catholic Bishops. The amethyst symbolizes piety, humility, sincerity and spiritual wisdom. It is thought the amethyst is the perfect stone to symbolize The Age of Aquarius.

Healing properties of Amethyst
Amethyst is a gemstone often worn by healers, as it has the power to focus energy. A healer will usually wear several pieces of jewelry with amethysts set in silver, especially an amethyst necklace. The person to be healed will have an Amethyst to hold while the healing is being done. The healer will place another piece of Amethyst on the area of the body in need of healing, the heart or lungs usually.
Amethyst is used for problems in the blood and in breathing problems. Amethyst crystal clusters are used to keep the air and life force in the home clean and positive.


Amethyst clusters, points or several tumbled Amethysts placed in a window that receives sun most of the day are very beneficial to use in healing and to heal negativity in the home. Place Amethyst clusters, points or several tumbled Amethysts in moonlight and everyone in the home will be feeling calmer. Using an Amethyst as a meditation focus will increase the positive spiritual feelings. Amethyst helps overcome fears and cravings. It also helps relieve headaches.

love lovely love

My DIVA ring has just been featured in TRY Handmade blog,

http://tryhandmade.com/love-lovely-love

by Erika,

Thank you Erika

Ring a ling

amazing rings in stock and made to order by kalicat  , and other talented jewellers selected by Cindy

treasury of treasures

THE ART OF JEWELRY ,

Thank you Adobesol

shopping in Euros

It is possible to shop in Euros, paying with paypal or by bank transfer.
Here is a selection of items available on Dawanda.

Channel settings

hard work...
One whole day for these 2 rings but well worth it and lots of fun

Etsy frontpage

What a nice day, Etsy 's website administrators have selected my Belle Blum Ring to be featured on their frontpage

Thank you to ElementsbyDawn, for her tasteful choices

:)

Thanks to alorinna for supplying the picture

Leche Vitrines

An array if Rings I have designed and fabrictaed lately

FSOJ - week 31 - Volcanic / Vulcan's Forge

And Vulcan created...


Volcanic / Vulcan's Forge

... Car c'est en forgeant qu'on devient Forgeron.

Metal - Fire - Water - Pickle - Fire - Solder - hand sawn - Fire - Annealed - Formed - Forged - Butterfly

FSOJ - Week 29 - Bronze Beauty / Mercury Rising

In Roman mythology Mercury is the god of commerce, travel and thievery, the Roman counterpart of the Greek god Hermes, the messenger of the Gods. The planet probably received this name because it moves so quickly across the sky.

Bronze Beauty / Mercury Rising
Bubble im Orbit
I did not have any bronze around, therefore, I settled for Mercury Rising Theme. I used Sterling Silver. The planet I created is an organic planet, conscious of its resources. I forged the metal into domes after embossing leaves in its texture.

A bit like Jupiter, there is a "ring" around my planet, which is fixed with soldier, That contains Mercury :), a bit like the line of the horizon.

I oxydised the globe, and then polished it, in order to show the skeleton at its maximum.