Featured Friday: SOAP SCENT-SATIONS Giveaway! {CLOSED}

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This week I’d like to welcome you to Kristi! She makes amazing bath and body products!
Hello, I am Kristi of Soap Scent-sations. I am a SAHM of two brilliant boys, ages 7 and 4 and wife to Mr. Wonderful. I have a degree in Secondary Speech and Theatre Education that I have yet to use professionally (although I have been known to be dramatic and I did teach college costume design for 1 ½ yrs). I am an artist at heart and fortunate to be able to explore all of my interests to some degree. I love to create and only wish I had the time and space to do more.

Soap Pops – 1 oz each

I began soaping in 2005 when my infant son developed sensitivities to commercial baby products. I opened my soap business late in 2007 as Soap Scent-sations, selling to friends and family from my home. I then opened my Etsy shop in February 2008 at the advise of a friend who thought Etsy looked very me. Boy was she right. Etsy couldn’t be a better fit for my love of handmade everything and a fabulous venue to share my love of soap making around the world. I currently sell on-line, by word of mouth, and at local art venues.

Fleur de Lis soap – 3.5 oz – Chocolate Covered Cherries

I truly enjoy concocting new bath and body products on a regular basis. We use them on a daily basis in my home. The kids of course love the fun shaped glycerin soaps. My youngest’s favorite scent is blueberry. He makes this request for every product I make. I have two personal favorite products that I always go back to in between testing other products. The first is the Shea Butter Soap. It is available in several scents and I don’t have a preference, it’s the formula that I am in love with. I just love how silky my skin feels after using it. My second favorite product is a Lipster Stick. I carry one with me at all times. I prefer the essential oil blend of Geranium and Lavender, but Pomegranate Martini is fun and sassy.


Sea Salt Soap – Mariner’s Delight 6.0 oz

Being part of the Etsy community is not only about selling my product, but also about a commitment to handmade. I find myself in constant amazement at the beauty and talent found on Etsy and I often find myself filling my shopping cart with things I just can’t say no to. Sellers I have had great success with in purchasing from include CreativeHook and MonkeyThreads. They have also become long distance friends along with others I would highly recommend; such as, TheBeadedHeart, KimNettieDesigns, SuziesArmoire, the entire SAFETeam, and so many more. Etsy has also linked me to a fabulous group of local artisans that I truly have a lot of respect and admiration for. SleeplessImagination is the fearless leader of our little group and her art is stunning. This is such a short list, I really could go on and on in my Etsy admiration list!


PATTY O SHEA – GREEN ALOE AND CUCUMBER SOAP – 4 OZ

I can be found on-line:

Shops:
www.soapscentsations.etsy.com
www.soapscent-sations.artfire.com
www.soapscentsations.1000Markets.com


Loofah Soap – Cut Grass – 4 oz

Blog: www.SoapScentsations.blogspot.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/SoapScentsation
Facebook Fan Page: http://companies.to/soapscent-sations/
Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/soapscentsations/

Fabulous Feet – Foot Spa Set – Vanilla Mint

Soap Scentsations is giving one of her amazing Vanilla Mint Fabulous Feet Foot Scrubs to one of my readers! Now you can sport those pretty feet!

CONTEST NOW CLOSED

-EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY-
You must have your email in your comment or in your profile in order to win.

(Make sure to check out all my other giveaways!
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That’s many chances to win this amazing Fabulous Feet – Foot Spa Scrub from Soap Scentsations!

Contest ends June 26th in the AM!

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Featured Friday: CAPTIAL CITY CRAFTS Giveaway! {CLOSED}

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Recently I have started paying attention to a specific team at Etsy!
It’s called the JET TEAM!
They all work so well together and they each take such pride as advertising themselves as a unite and group instead of for themselves.

Presenting: Capital City Crafts!

Blue Tears & Pearls Necklace

Who are you?
Barbara Moore, jewelry and jazz junkie! I’ve been making jewelry since high school, when my art teacher put a saw, hammer and metal in my hands. I’ve been listening to jazz since before I was born.

How long have you been selling on Etsy?
I opened my shop in 2008.

Visions of Montana Blue Earrings

What made you decide to open your shop?

I had been selling my jewelry wholesale for many years, and retail locally in a small gift shop that I run with handcrafted gifts. I found out about Etsy and thought it would be a wonderful place to sell.

How did you decide on your shop name?
Capital City Craft Studio is the name of my local shop, I just decided to use the shorter version.

Hoop & Berries Earrings

What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
I like all of my items, I wouldn’t list anything that I am not pleased about. Right now, I would choose the Turquoise Plateau ring, http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23780657.
Transformation is part of the allure of metal smithing. The casting started as something much different.

Amethyst & Pearl Hoop Earrings

What are some of your favorite stores form other sellers on Etsy?
The real allure of Etsy to me is the community. I belong to 2 really wonderful teams, EtsyNJ team , and the JET ( Jewelry on Etsy) team. We give each other a lot of help and support. There are so many great shops! One of my favorite finds right now are fused glass pendants because they have fabulous colors and an aura of mystery. Combustionglassworks and Emotional Oasis are just 2 of my wonderful teammates. You can search the tags “jetteam” and “etsynj team” to find all the great creations from these teams.

Purple Passion Necklace

Do you have any websites, blogs, or other markets we can find you on?
My gift website: www.capitalcitycraftstudio.com
Etsy: http://capitalcitycrafts.etsy.com
Artfire: http://capitalcitycraftstudio.artfire.com
BLOGS: http://njfunstuff.blogspot.com/ everyday things that are a bit unique
www.capitalcitycraftstudio.blogspot.com craft and gift highlights
facebook page: Capital City Craft Studio

Silver Pool Necklace

Capital City Crafts have offered this stunning necklace!
It’s called the Silver Pool Necklace!
She has matching earrings available for sale in her shop too!

CONTEST NOW CLOSED

-EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY-
You must have your email in your comment or in your profile in order to win.

(Make sure to check out all my other giveaways!
Check the side bar to the right for list!)

That’s many chances to win this stunning Silver Pool necklace from Capital City Crafts!

Contest ends June 19th in the AM!

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Featured Friday: GALIT BARAK Giveaway!

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We took a break from our Featured Friday’s but I’m happy to announce they are back!
I have a great shop to come back with too!
She does stunning wire work that anyone would just love to wear!
Perfect for wedding jewelry, prom, or casual day wear!

Welcome
Galit Barak Jewelry Designer


Random Beauty Necklace, 14 karat gold filled

Who are you?
My name is Galit Barak, I’m 22 years old from Israel. I live in a small town next to the Mediterranean Sea. I always loved to create, and studies fine arts in high school. I learned to knit and crochet at that time and wanted to explore the technique a bit more and started to use simple metal wires.

How long have you been selling on Etsy?
I’m selling from on Etsy about 9 months.

Cluster Necklace, gold filled

What made you decide to open up shop?
I had a user for a couple of months, but had no idea I can open a shop because I’m Israeli. I sold my jewelry in a craft fair and bought great pair of earrings from Alona aka rafya and got her business card, I saw that see has a shop on Etsy, so I asked her what I needed to know, she was so helpful and kind, and she is the reason I have a shop…
http://rafya.etsy.com

Berries Ring, sterling silver, OOAK

How did you decide on your shop name?
Well, Galit is simply my name.. “Gal” in Hebrew means wave, “Galit” is the feminine form for this word and only used as name. It’s also the shorting of my grandmother’s name “Margalit” which means “pearl”.

Black Diamond Necklace, OOAK, gold filled

What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
My favorite item is Onyx Drops Earrings
I really love the combination of black and gold filled, I think earrings are the easiest item to shop when searching for a gift.

Princess Bracelet II, 14 karat gold filled

What are some of your favorite stores from other sellers on Etsy?
My favorite stores are:
http://rafya.etsy.com – Dear Alona makes amazing jewelry, she use cold clay, stamped with beautiful textures and painted in vibrant colors!
http://lirola.etsy.com – Dear friend who design casual yet elegant cloths, she has overwhelming patience for making her pieces and she use high quality fabrics in gorgeous colors.
I also love Tushtush who sell her beautiful drawing and paintings.

Limited Edition – Green Flower Necklace, sterling silver

Do you have any websites, blogs, or other markets we can find you on?
I have a blog which I try to update every couple of days.
I also use Twitter to update about special deals and new items in my shop.

HEART Necklace (sterling silver)

Galit has been so sweet to offer her stunning Heart Necklace above as a giveaway for one of my fabulous readers!
CONTEST NOW CLOSED

-EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY-
You must have your email in your comment or in your profile in order to win.

(Make sure to check out all my other giveaways!
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That’s many chances to win this stunning necklace from Galit!

Contest ends June 12th in the AM!

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Featured Friday: Jupita – $25 Gift Certificate Giveaway {closed}

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This weeks Featured Friday is Jupita! She has two great shops on Etsy. I have known her for awhile from my trips into the Etsy chat rooms, again, I am amazed by the great people I meet over there!

Mother and an Angel Statue

Who are you?
My name is Jennifer. I am a wife, mother, sister, friend, wanderer, artist, activist, organ donor, transplant advocate, ex-designer, bereaved parent and so much more!

How long have you been selling on Etsy?
Ive been selling on Etsy for more than a year. But, I have been a part of Etsy for around 2 years.

What a Square upcycled gift card bracelet in green

What made you decide to open up shop?
I wanted to find a way to raise funds to help with the charity work that I do. So, at the prompting of some friends, I became a seller on Etsy. It has enabled me to continue to put money towards some causes close to my heart. I do a yearly toy/funds drive for the Wolfson Children’s Hospital in my hometown, in honor of my son, Othello. I also occasionally “adopt” a family though pediatric hospice and help give them a happier Christmas/Thanksgiving. In addition the Children’s Organ Transplant association and some individuals have received donations.

The Misty upcycled gift card bracelet inspired by heathenshearth

How did you decide on your shop name?

When I was expecting my first child, I wanted to name him Jupiter!!! His father was very much against that. So, he became Sebastian and my art started being signed with the name “Jupita“.

After selling for a bit on Etsy, I decided to separate my Upcycled gift card items and art into separate shops. An Etsy Chat buddy suggested I use “dropsofjupita“, because they are something that flows from me..

Strummin upcycled guitar pick gift card charm bracelet

What is your favorite item in your shop and why?

In Jupita – my favorite item right now are the two upcycled checker boards with the barista pieces! So – very -CUTE!

in Dropsofjupita- I have to say the sculpture of the mother with her angel baby in her arms.

Tropical Oasis upcycled gift card charm bracelet

What are some of your favorite stores from other sellers on Etsy?

There are SO MANY that I love.. I will give you a few here:
Heathenshearth – Soaps.. mmm what more can I say there?!!
Froggyfibers – Soft, lovely fibers.
Bluenostalgia – has the most amazing jewelry.
zJayneUpcycled Tshirts make the coolest bags.
and many many many more!!

Checkers Upcycled gift card board and wooden barista set

Do you have any websites, blogs, or other markets we can find you on?

http://buxcurtaincall.livejournal.com

www.jupita.artfire.com
www.othellosmithfoundation.tk

Mother’s Milk custom painting

Jupita has offered our readers a $25 gift certificate that can be used in both of her shops!
How cool is that?
CONTEST NOW CLOSED

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Check the side bar to the right for list!)

That’s many chances to win a this gift certificate to TWO great shops!
Contest ends May 15th AM!

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