Louise Knits

Honeycomb stitch - scarf or cowl

2012-02-25T14:20:00.000-08:00

This stitch is easy but very effective. I used it to make a cowl.

For this i used knit picks Andean silk and #10US needles. (6mm)

I used a provisional cast on so that i could join the two ends together.

The finished result was 12" high and i knitted it to be 26" wide

Cast on 50 sts

Knit 4 rows in 1st color (in my case this was the taupe)

(start pattern changing to color 2, in my case the red)

slip 1st 3 sts

*Knit in 2nd color until last 3 sts (leave these on left needle)

turn and purl to last 3 sts, turn*

repeat * to * (you have knitted 4 rows)

Change to 1st color

knit the 1st 3 slipped stitches

*knit 4

drop the 5th stitch until you reach the stitch in 1st color

put the right hand needle into the stitch in 1st color

pass needle under the dropped stitches and knit it*

Keep on for * to * in this way until last 3 stitches and knit these

Turn and knit

Knit two more rows.

Change to 2nd colour

and continue as in (1)

This is the pattern!

Knit as long as you like!

the 1st and last 3 sts will always be in the 1st color to create the edge. Unlike most pattern, KNIT the 1st stitch dont slip it.

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Ruffled Scarf Pattern

2012-02-06T18:43:00.000-08:00

I found out that this type of scarf is called a BAKTUS SCARF
Its really easy - all the rows are knit
You have some short rows and that's about it!

You will need - 100gms or about 420 yards of 4 ply or sock weight yarn
# 5 US needles (3.74 mm)
Fine yarn works the best but you can use up to double knitting or worsted weight. If you use the thicker yarn I would also use larger needles - go up by one size at least

Abbreviations.
YO: yarn over,
ssk: slip one stitch, knit one stitch, pass slipped stitch over
K: knit

Instructions:
Cast on 10 sts
Row 1. Knit
Row 2. (short row) Knit 7, put yarn in front of needle, slip one, turn, knit 8, turn
Row 3 knit
Row 4 Knit
Row 5 - like row 2
Row 6: k 8, YO, knit till end.

Repeat these6 rows until you have about 70 sts (or used half your yarn!)
Now the decreases start:

Row 1: knit
Row 2:(short row) Knit 7, put yarn in front of needle, slip one, turn, knit 8, turn
Row 3: Knit
Row 4: Knit
Row 5: like row 2
Row 6: K7, ssk, YO, ssk, knit to end
Repeat these 6 rows till you have 10 sts left

cast off

READY!!!

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2012-01-28T17:46:00.000-08:00

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2012-01-25T07:16:00.000-08:00

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Easy but difficult looking scarf pattern!

2012-01-12T12:20:00.000-08:00

This is a really effective stitch that really has only one row of pattern!
I made it using a soft merino yarn in a lovely orange color.

I haven't finished it yet but i thought I'd share the stitch with you.

I uses 4mm needles but gauge here is not really important.
You need to have a multiple of 18 stitches plus 8 - 4 extra on each side
I cast on 44 stitches.
Abbreviations:
K - knit
P - purl
YO - yarn over
K2tog - Knit two together
Lets GO!
knit 4 rows in garter stitch. thats the edge - also the last 4 rows, when you have knitted the scarf as long as you like, will also be in garter stitch

Lace Pattern:
Row 1: K
Row 2: K 4, P to last 4 sts, K4.
REMEMBER 1st and last 4 sts are ALWAYS in K
Row 3: K4 (as always!!) *K2 tog (3 times) YO, K1( 6 times), K2 tog (3 times)* repeat from * to * till last 4 sts - K4
Row 4: K.

That is the pattern!!

Easy huh!!!

knit as along as you like and end with 4 rows in garter stitch!!

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2012-01-11T10:55:00.000-08:00

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Easy scarf pattern

2011-12-30T08:23:00.000-08:00

This is an easy but effective scarf pattern

you can use any type of yarn
cast on a multiple of 6 stitches (I used 48 sts, and #10 US needles)

1st row - K2 p2
Next row and every even row - knit as presented (p2 k2)

row 3 -* k2, YO, P2tog* till end

row 5* K2 P2tog,YO* till end

Thats all the pattern!
Knit as long as you like

You can see that both sides are effective so the scarf can be reversable!

SUPER EASY!!

Abbreviations
K - knit
P - purl
YO - yarn over needle
P2tog - purl 2 together

Using Yarn that creates effects

2011-12-29T05:17:00.000-08:00

This scarf is a simple 2 by 2 rib - but the effect is all in the yarn!
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You can knit a beautiful scarf very easily - all you need to know is how to rib!

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2011-12-23T07:08:00.000-08:00

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Gathered Scarf- easy knit pattern

2011-12-18T16:50:00.001-08:00

This is a very easy stitch that you can use for anything.
I decided to make a scarf.
You will need about 300gms of yarn - I used Ice sequins which is 45% kid mohair.
Best is using a sock weight yarn, and larger needles

cast on 49 stitches, using #5 US needles
Knit stocking stitch all along for this, the pattern is as follows:
Knit 10 rows ending with a Knit row.
turn,
(pattern)now on the purl row knit 9, with the Right hand needle pich up a stitch about 5 rows below the 10th row and put it on the left hand needle.
Knit the 10th stitch and the picked up stitch together
repeat K9, pick up stitch etc till end of row.
knit 5 rows, ending again with a K row
Now do the pick up stitch again but this time, k4, pick up stitch,* K9, pick up stitch* and continue to end
Knit 5 rows,(end pattern)

Repeat till the scarf is as long as you like
EASY!!

What i also like is that the stocking stitch curves around so that it looks like you have a tube - very soft and effective

This is the wrong side..see how the stitches have been picked up?

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Straight Needle Sock Pattern

2011-12-15T12:27:00.000-08:00

I dont like using circulars - and this is an easy pattern with just one seam up the back and the foot.

Straight needle sock pattern

MATERIALS:size 5 needles,(3.75mm)

100gms worsted weight yarn

Abbreviations

K – knit

P – purl

Tog – together

PSSO – pass slipped stitch over

Top of sock

Cast on 42 sts,

Work in K1 P1 rib for about 4 inches or for a high as you would like the socks to be

Start shaping the heel:

Knit 11 sts,

Turn :

knit on these 11 sts only for 16 rows, ending with a purl row

Make heel

Row 1:-K2, k2tog, k1, turn,

Row 2: - slip1, P3, turn.

Row 3:-K3, K2tog, K1, turn,

Row 4: slip1, P4, turn.

Row 5:-K4, K2tog, K1, turn,

Row 6: slip1, P5, turn.

Row 7:-K5, k2tog, K1.

You have 7 sts left

Pick up 10 sts on the side of the heel (the part you have just knitted), and knit them. Knit across the sts left on the needle

Turn and knit on the 1^st 11 sts only for 17 rows ending with a knit row

Make the next heel as follows:

Row 1: P2, P2tog, P1, turn,

Row 2: slip1, K3, turn.

Row3:- P3, P2tog, P1, turn,

Row 4: slip1, K4, turn.

Row5:- P4, P2tog, P1, turn,

Row 6: slip1, K5, turn.

Row7:- P5, P2tog, P1, (7 sts on needle).

Pick up 10 sts on side of heel like before, and purl them.

Continue purling across the whole sock.(54 sts on needle).

Knit one row

Purl one row

SHAPING:

Row1:- K15, K2tog, K20, slip1, K1, PSSO, K15.

Row2:- and all even rows, purl.

Row3:- K14, K2tog, K20, slip1, K1, PSSO, K14.

Row5:- K13, K2tog, K20, slip1, K1, PSSO, K13.

Row7:- K12, K2tog, K20, slip1, K1, PSSO, K12.

Row9:- K11, K2tog, K20, slip1, K1, PSSO, K11.

Row11:-K10, K2tog, K20, slip1, K1, PSSO, K10.

42 stitches remain

Knit straight in stockinette for 30 rows for a size 7 foot. (For custom size, knit until this section measures the same as from the back of your heel to the beginning of your toes) and end with a purl row.

Shape Toe:

Row1:-K8, K2tog,K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K14, K2tog, K2, slip1, k1, PSSO, K8.

Row 2 and all even rows:- purl.

Row 3:- K7, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K12, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K7.

Row5:- K6, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K10, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K6.

Row7:- K5, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K8, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K5.

Row9:- K4, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K6, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K4.

Row11:- K3, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K4, K2tog, K2, slip1, K1, PSSO, K3.

Cut the yarn leaving a long thread, and thread this through the remaining stitches and pull tight. Secure with a couple of stitches.

Now stitch down the sock using a flat seam so that the sock will feel comfortable.

EASY!!!

For more experienced knitter, the 20 center stitches can be worked in a pattern like cables.

Warm Cabled cowl

2011-12-11T05:29:00.000-08:00

I have had a few requests for this pattern so i will give it a shot.
Requirements: you will need to know how to cable!

The idea is simple. Using irregular cables, you can create a unique look.
Use the following cables as an example
1. simple cable : 2p 6K 2p, cable the 6K.
2. Double cable - as above and repeat after 4 rows to get the double twist
3. Double elongated cable - like 1 but repeated after 8 rows.

Ok, so if you have understood the above lets give it a go.
You will need US size 10 needles and any yarn that goes with them. If in doubt, use thinner rather than thicker yarn. If the knitting is too tights it wont look good.
I used knitpicks worsted 100% wool.
About 100 gms should do. (no idea what that is in yards im afraid)

cast on 56 stitches on a spare piece of yarn - you will need to unpick this at the end to graft the ends of the cowl together. There is a tutorial on 'kitchener stitch' on my blog you can check out.
Using your cowl yarn , follow the following:
Row 1:Slip one (every 1st row from now on), k10, p1 till end (ending with a P1)
Row 2: slip 1, P10, K1 till end K1

thats the base of the pattern.

Now the fun starts.
Notice that you have 6 "cable" sections, or six knit sections with a purl stitch in between them.

_______x_________x_______x_______x________x_________
1 2 3 4 5 6

Very randomly, add cables.

What is did was:
after 10 rows of the basic pattern, I cabled section 3 and 6. Section 3 with a single cable and section 6 with a double.
I knitted another 10 rows then cabled sections 1 and 5 with and elongated and a double cable
Another 5 rows
a cable on section 2.

As you can see it is very random and disorganized...but thats what makes the cowl unique. No two are ever the same.
I also changed color half way - just because i could! (actually I didn't have enough yarn but i got a great effect!)

When you reach the desired length, keep stitches on a needle. Unpick the waste yarn on the cast off and put the stitches on another needle. I used a 3 needle cast off but you can use the kitchener method found here
I like the 3 needle cast off. There is a good tutorial about that HERE.

If anyone actually makes this I'd love to post a picture of your work - and any improvements you can make to this pattern. if you find any mistakes please let me know

Easy pattern for a shawl - easily adaptable!

2011-12-08T09:06:00.001-08:00

I wrote this as i knitted it so if you find any mistakes let me know!

The cast on sts are the top of the shawl, the cast off will be the bottom. This is a very basic pattern that you can then embellish - i used an eyelet pattern on random rows.(k2tog YO) The first stitches should not be slipped (as i usually do when knitting) but knitted.
You can use any yarn you like with its corresponding needles. there really is no gauge
You can also knit it to any size. Just remember that the final amount of stitches you have will be its width and the number of rows you knit will be the length. You can check that on a swatch and calculate accordingly

Cast on 7 stitches.
Row 1 (RS): k2, yo, k1, yo,place marker k1 place marker, yo, k1, yo, k2.
Row 2 (WS): K2 YO , P to last 2 sts YO knit last 2 sts
Row 3 (RS): k2, yo, k to marker, YO, k1,move marker YO, k to last 2 stitches, YO, k2.
and so on

So to give a quick recap.
The 1st 2 sts of every row are always K followed by YO
Before the 1st marker, there is always a YO - the stitch between the markers is knitted as it presents its self (k one side P the other) and after you slip the 2nd marker there is always a YO.

On the Purl side, its always K2 , purl to last 2 sts - K2 (no increase between the markers)

Using your swatch you can calculate the size you would like to make. Amount of sts = width, amount of rows = length

Hope this makes sense!

2 needle fingerless gloves

2011-11-19T05:05:00.000-08:00

This is an easy pattern that can be adapted according to your skill.
I used worsted weight yarn and US 5 needles.
You need just over 50gms of yarn.
I also found that knitting them both at the same times ensures that they bout turn out the same !

Cast on 42 sts
Knit 20 rows in k2 p2 rib
on the 20th row place markers this way:
k20 place marker, k2, place marker, k20
the 2 sts between the markers will form the increase for the thumb.

Switch to stocking stitch (1 row K - right side- 1 row P - wrong side)
Knit to marker, (20 sts)
knit twice in the next stitch and in the one after that (the sts between the markers)
K20
next row and all wrong side rows, Purl
Knit 20 sts (you have reached the marker)
knit twice in next stitch, K2 (till next marker) and K twice in the stitch before the marker
K20

Continue this way, always increasing a stitch at each marker till you have 16sts between the markers.
k 2 rows then with right side facing, k20, CO 16, k20 (shaping the thumb)
next row, (W side) knit 19sts, K 2 tog, K till end
next row - K 18 sts, k 2 tog, k till end
you should now have 38 sts total.
K 6 more rows
K 6 rows in K2P2 rib
Cast off
Sew up the side and there you go!!

You can spruce up this basic pattern by cabling the rib, adding bobbles, stripes etc etc
Enjoy!

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2011-11-14T14:01:00.000-08:00

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2011-10-29T16:18:00.000-07:00

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2011-10-27T16:13:00.000-07:00

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2011-10-20T16:32:00.000-07:00

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Getting ready for the Holidays - more fabs shops!

2011-10-20T08:04:00.000-07:00

My name is Helen and I am a mummy of 1, soon to be 2. I gave up work as a product developer of clothing to have my children and have a full schedule of entertainment for Baby K. We have a great time.

I love being a full time mum but I miss the buzz of the office, working under pressure and being responsible for mass production in the Far East. It was a creative job working with designers and factories and the Etsy shop is a way of keeping this part of my life going. I love making things, always have and a previous job was developing bags and accessories so this was a natural development of an interest for me. My training was in footwear design and technology so in terms of fashion I have done the rounds.

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2011-10-20T07:13:00.000-07:00

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Lilesadi

2011-10-17T17:06:00.000-07:00

Who we are:
We are twin sisters, Sarah and Dinah share the same passion for design. Dinah designs and Sarah organizes. Because we are twins, it is not a big deal if we have a discussion. After 5 minutes we are already having a coffee together and chit chatting about this and that;)
The name Lilesadi arose during a dinner in Berlin and stands for our names, Dinah Lisa and Sarah Lena.

Dinah studied Textile Design in Florence in Italy and worked in several studios, among these Studio Nina Levett in Vienna.

Sarah worked for four years in an international internet business and she has learned a lot there. But she had more and more the feeling that she wanted to indulge herself more in art and design. Not work for others, but do something unique on her own.

Dinah and Sarah as a designer with her organizational skills and marketing background and a strong affinity for design create a truly great team. As Dinah has a artist crisis Sarah pulls her up and when Sarah once again has too many ideas at once, Dinah has brings her "down to earth".

"Working for Lilesadi makes a lot of fun! Every morning you wake up full of energy and the first thought is Lilesadi. Who has that with his job. "

What we do:
We make interior items such as pillows or prints as well as beauty bags, Berlin bags, all with a Swedish touch. We also collaborate with wallpaper producer Photowall from Sweden. Have a look: http://www.photowall.eu/photo-wallpaper/designers/lile-sadi

When we started to "make":
Since a long time Dinah made friends and family happy with her designer gifts. Only in February 2011, the sisters really got to work with their design and got lots of positive feedback.

What inspires us:
We inspire each other because Sarah has a different view on things and vice versa.
Rotterdam and Berlin, because there are so many contrasts between beautiful and ugly, hard and soft. Dinah find much inspiration as well from exhibitions and exhibitions in architecture books of her roommate.

The patterns of our designs are often inspired by floral motives, but abstracted and un- romanticised through graphical elements. Others often call our designs etheral, others say they have a swedish touch, but there is a certain japonese influence as well. We would describe our style as a fushion between floral and graphic, minimal and poetic.

What do we if we do not "create":
Both find peace and inspiration to play guitar together often, like Paolo Nutini;)
Relax with a magazine and Lavazza coffee in the morning. Spend time with our friends and boyfriends, short trips to France, dance on electronic music, dinners with friends, bbq's in the park, vintage markets and free festivals, reading.
Sarah loves to build her own furniture, her interior is largely build by herself, slightly unstable, but very industrial. Last winter she followed a course in analogue Photography, some pictures have also inspired Dinah for illustrations.

Where do we want to be in 10 years:
Have our own studio in a white loft, kids running around ...
A lot of interesting cooperations with other companies and designers and a successful Etsy shop!

Our Etsy Shop:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Lilesadi?ref=pr_shop_more

Our website:
http://www.lilesadi.com/

Our cushions:
http://www.lilesadi.com/index.php/textiles

Our wallpaper collection in cooperation with Photowall:
http://www.lilesadi.com/index.php/wall-decoration

Our blog:
http://www.lilesadi.com/index.php/blog

Featured Artisans for October-Part 2

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My name is Missy Perez I have two crazy kiddos under the age of four who are just the light of my life. I am married to the most wonderfully supportive man, to my perfect missing puzzle piece. Sometimes I feel like he's the only one in the world who can deal with my version of crazy.
I studied a myriad of different subjects (english, art, illustration, chemistry, biology, business, culinary arts...) over 5 years of college culminating in a degree of nothingness and a mountain of debt. So a few months ago I saw my college career happily ending with my husbands graduation Yay! and realized I needed a new outlet. (I'm the type of person who ALWAYS takes on more than I can handle. I think it's the only way I can thrive. Crazy right?!) So I started doing jewelery because my good friend and neighbor was doing jewelery. She inspired me so much and gave me so much encouragement that I just kept at it and now here I am!
I am continually inspired my children, my own childhood growing up in New England, and my amazing mother and grandmother. I'll get an idea for a necklace while reading a beloved storybook to my kids or while watching an old classic movie. The memories of my grandmothers house and her shabby chic country style, before that was ever even a term, are what has inspired the entire look of my etsy shop, Victorian Swag. My designs are truly from the heart and I hope people purchasing them love them as much as I do.
I'm still relatively new to etsy but I love it! I'm not making a huge profit but I'm doing ok. I love what I do. I have a lot of enthusiasm and a lot of energy at this point in my life and I hope I can spread that.
Here's a link to my blog
http://victorian-swag.blogspot.com/
Here's a link to my facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/VictorianSwag/213882912001241
Here's a link to my Etsy shop:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/VictorianSwag?ref=si_shop

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My name is Patti Cobb & I live in Oceanport, NJ. I have an Etsy shop called That's Adorable. I make accessories & room decor for babies & little girls. I have loved anything & everything to do with art, design, crafts, etc. & I was a graphic designer for several years. I love combining these skills & interests in to create unique items for children. It is also so FUN! Thank you for taking a peek at my designs.

A beautiful & practical way to organizer all your daughter's hair bows & clips while decorating her room at the same time. Little girls will love it... but as one recent Mom says "I'll enjoy it the most because it will get a mountain of hair accessories off the bathroom counter" Several colors & patterns available or contact me to create a custom design just for you!

Again, my etsy shop is That's Adorable,

www.etsy.com/shop/thatsadorablellc

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My family is from the glorious North Carolina mountains--or as we call them, "them thar hills." My grandparents were farmers, and one of my grandfathers would create the most amazing things from wood. My grandmothers could sew, quilt, and crochet anything out of everything. They upcycled before it was fashionable!

Because I longed for a more glamorous life (watched Elsa Klensch report from the runway on CNN every Saturday!) and wanted to use those creative genes I had been blessed with, I majored in fashion design early in my college career. Loved learning about textiles--never grasped the whole perfect pant fit thing.

Though fashion design was not my calling, my love for fabric and folk art never waned. I love creating dolls and jewelry--just not pants!
www.discobeach.etsy.com

More Featured Artists

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McCloud Designs

Gathering ideas from nature, from music, from my surroundings and from my memories is what my designs are all about. I love warm and cozy, but will sneak in a few cutesy, bright and sometimes geeky designs here and there. One thing that distinguishes McCloud Designs is that I encourage my customers to use my designs as a natural reminder for their goals and aspirations. For each item in my shop, I offer a few ideas for goals based on the color of the design or the property of the gemstones used. I love creating custom reminders as well.

I am from Omaha, Nebraska and currently live just across the Missouri River in Council Bluffs. My best friend, Javier, is also the man I happened to marry (lucky me!). We met in College while both studying music. I studied voice and Javier is a classical guitarist. Music is a root that has grown deep in the seed of our lives and I think it often comes through in my work. I sing to my designs to bring them to life.

Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/mcclouddesigns

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mcclouddesigns

Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/mcclouddesigns

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LIKE MY HAT

I am a teacher, mother of four and knitter. I have discoverd a passion for all natural fibers. I knit accessories to sell in my Etsy shop because, motto, "Everyone deserves a little luxury!" I started my blog to learn about and share info on all natural fibers. That's me in a nutshell!

www.likemyhat.etsy.com

kittysfiberjourney.com

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A professional artist for the past 40 years.

I'm excited to become a member of Etsy, because it reaches out to the global art community.
I earned a BA in Studio Art from Elmira College and have exhibited my artwork nationally.
Having owned and operated a commercial studio & gallery for 14 years, I've learned which pieces of my art are popular and have offered them here on Etsy for all of the people who are fond of angels.
I believe that angels dwell in the space between our heartbeat and they are always with us.
www.etsy.com/shop/AngelsofPeace
www.huddleangels.com
www.kathleenhuddle.com

Peace Out,

Kathleen

Female
Born on June 12
Joined August 16, 2011

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Hi Im Anastasia from Sydney, Australia. Im a busy mum of two boys and I love to create fun paper goods that have a feel of nolstalgia. I also love drinking tea, reading magazines, baking and blogging.

My etsy shop: Percival Road Designs http://www.etsy.com/shop/percivalroad

October Feature

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Got Milk Glass and More

http://www.etsy.com/shop/GotMilkGlassAndMore
http://gotmilkglassandmore.blogspot.com/
http://twitter.com/#!/GotMilkGlassAnd

We’ve always loved searching for that perfect piece of pottery or milk glass and our house is filled with the treasures we’ve found over the years. Any time we're traveling, the car seems to find an antique shop.

We’re hoping that the fruits of our years of searching can brighten your house as it has ours. We have a variety of interests and that’s what shows up in our shop. We’re still addicted to the search, so items will be added as we find them.

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Lipmeister

I have always loved vintage from when I was really young and have continued it though the years. I started hitting thrift stores when I wasn't working and figured if I had to shop, I would feel less guilty going the thrift route. I am in the entertainment business in Hollywood and I love what i do. I had some time at the beginning of the year and that is when I decided to open an etsy vintage store. I have been obsessed ever since. I love to shop and think about what others will like, I love to do the research (i have learned so much), I love to take the photos and I love to sell and have a nice rapport with my customers. I want them to be happy and that is what I find exciting. I believe in diversifying and I have everything from clothes to jewelry to shoes to bags to housewares to art to games to toys to home decor to lighting to all kinds of collectables. That is why I call my shop Lipmeister, something for everyone. Please check out my shop!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/lipmeister?ref=si_shop

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Pearls Plus

Hi! I am Chaya (pronounced hi-ya) Udinsky creator of Pearls Plus LLC handmade jewelry. I have always loved jewelry. In college, I took a part time job with a fine jewelry chain and was hooked. I worked in that field until my son was born in late 2010. During that time, I acquired bead and pearl stringing knowledge and was able to perform repairs for the shop I worked at.

When my son was born, I became a stay at home mom. I continued to do repairs for the store that I had worked at and also grew my repair business to include a few other local jewelry shops and individuals. I also began to offer custom services. Before I knew it, I had acquired beads and began making gifts for family and friends. They encouraged me to continue to make jewelry, and my handmade jewelry line was born.

I love working with pearls and gemstones. I especially love finding pearls in unusual shapes and colors. Hand knotting on silk is my specialty, although I also work with wire and elastic. I pick the materials based on the type of job I am presented with and budget concerns, if there are any. Right now, my jewelry consists of special occasion jewelry, mainly made with Swarovski crystal "pearls" and everyday jewelry made of akoya and freshwater pearls and gemstones. I also love custom and repair jobs. Estimates are free!

Please check out my links:

My Etsy store:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/PearlsPlusLLC

My facebook page:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pearls-Plus-LLC/13405851335909

I am doing a raffle for an item in my shop. The giveaway will be Nov. 1st. To register, just like my facebook page!

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My shop is Tangerine Designs at http://www.etsy.com/shop/zephead8

I make knitting project bags, stitch markers, and accessories! I've fallen in love with knitting, but never have enough bags for my projects. So I started making them myself. I also couldn't ever find any pretty stitch markers in stores around where I live. So, what did I do? I made them myself! I hope you come by and enjoy my shop!
I also have a fan page at http://www.facebook.com/TangerineDesigns

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RAINBEAUXCRAFT

I am a professionally trained artist who enjoys quirky and colorful design. I make a variety of things from fine art paintings, to tiny miniature paintings made into jewelry, to fun jewelry using unusual materials. I teach art to kids in a museum, go out on a paddleboard just about every day, and live in a house with 5 rescue birds who are the wackiest, most affectionate companions you could imagine. I love to sketch or paint outdoors and so many of my designs represent joyful interpretations of animals and memories from being outdoors. I love working with clients and do custom work as well.

Please visit both my Etsy shops and feel free to use a coupon code when you do!

For art jewelry and fine craft: http://www.etsy.com/shop/rainbeauxcraft

Use coupon code "FINEHAPPYCRAFTS" at checkout for 15% off any purchase

Some items in this shop are already on sale or already have free shipping, so it's a sale on a sale for blog readers!

For fine art: http://www.etsy.com/shop/rainbeauxart

Use coupon code "VIPCUSTOMER" at checkout for 15% off any purchase

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My name is Janice Murray. I live in Boston, MA. If I am not working cleaning teeth, you will find me with camera in hand. Love taking photos in the Boston Public Gardens and my most favorite places to visit, Newport Rhode Island and Monhegan Island in Maine.

Here is my etsy info. www.jlmphotographs.etsy.com

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Hello everyone! My name is Allison and I am the one woman show behind hoop~da~loop (www.hoopdaloop.etsy.com) and my blog A Girl and Her Scout (www.agirlandherscout.blogspot.com). I live in Knoxville with my wonderful husband and miniature schnauzer. We love to spend time in the great outdoors and I love a good book with a cup of tea. hoop~da~loop came about out of a desire to nurture my creative side and passion for challenges. Before it ever went online, I was working on a product line for the shop. It started with some embroidery work, which I soon found was not going to work out for me. (It wasn't something I wanted to do all of the time though I do love embroidery!) And then it developed into fabric bunting and then more to party decorations, which is where I am today! All of this happened over a decent period of time and took a lot of work, but I am pleased with the result. I now specialize in whimsical party decorations and supplies for all types of parties, including but not limited to weddings, baby showers, birthday parties, bachelorette parties and so on, and also unique gifts. I LOVE custom work and I do a lot of it. My customers are the best! They always come up with the best color combinations and ideas! My best sellers are my paper garlands. They are great party decor, home decor, gift wrap, and more. Plus they are reusable! I've even seen a customer use them to decorate the curtains in her kids room, which I thought was a great idea! One day, I hope to become a one shop stop for party planning men and women where they can find paper garlands, invitations, thank-yous, cupcake toppers, cupcake liners, and on and on it goes!

You can find me at these places around the web:

Shop: www.hoopdaloop.etsy.com
Blog: www.agirlandherscout.blogspot.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hoopdaloopbyallison
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/hoopdaloop/

Featured Artisans for October

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My name is Marie Young and I am a jewelry artist from Dover, TN. Most of my work includes handsculpted and hand hammered pieces from recycled metals; copper, aluminum, brass, and sterling silver. I have been working on my craft for 4 years now as a self taught metalsmith and strive to make all of my pieces feel organic and fluid. I also have begun to include some recycled plastics and found objects in my pieces which I think add a fun element to the hammered metals. I have been featured in some shops around Nashville and currently am the featured local artist at the Customs House Museum's gift shop, Seasons, in Clarksville,TN.

Please check out my shop.

www.marieyoungdesigns.etsy.com

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Kouture Crochet

My name is Karia and I am the co-owner of Kouture Crochet. I have Dandy Walker Hydrocephalus, a congenital brain malformation. Even though this prevents me from driving or having a regular 9-5 job, I started this shop in hopes of both following my passion as an artist and lover of old fashioned luxury. Part my goal is show that crochet is more than just a source of workaday products far removed from luxury. I seek to create exceptional crocheted items that are luxurious yet subtle, simple and something that would be at home in the couture houses of Paris high fashion.

Here are my links

www.KoutureCrochet.com

Timeless. Elegant. Luxury.

facebook.com/KoutureCrochet

Twitter @KoutureCrochet

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CaricaturesByCobb
My name is Gary Cobb & I'm from NJ. I have over 25 years of experience creating custom caricatures & photography prints. In my shop I offer custom caricatures & celebrity caricature prints & note cards. You'll also find some note cards featuring my photography. I recently added mugs with caricatures.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/CaricaturesByCobb