I am Taking a Break

I have started college and am taking a break from Etsy and blogging.  I will return ASAP !

Fade to Black

My colloection of black items from Etsy Sellers--remember to click the links to see more and please leave a comment here so the Etsians know what you think about their items.

JustBecauseCrafts says:


here is mine

Little Black Neckwarmer

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37199239

osakatokei says:

A black and white Cat with the Moon and stars!

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38022204

 

KhaliNouveau says:


This is a lovely item that I made, hope you like it:

Silver Star, Gift Box

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25195512


bonghivestiti says:


I listed this apron yesterday...

                                http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38511288



PennyPaperworks says:


Fun n Fab Mini Music Journals JUST $3.75 NOW!

From BEATLES to BOB BRUCE WILLIE to LADY GAGA n many many more! Something for everyone of all ages!
Take a quick peek!
http://www.pennypaperworks.etsy.com/
AND I can do one for your with YOUR LOVE SONG on back for Vday!

justforkeeps says:

I have this wristlet

                                             http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37439290

Purple Power!

Enjoy!

bycinbyhand says:

                                   http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35080314
                                                                   Purple leggings!?


BibbysRocket says:


You will love this dress, if you are still looking ;)

If not, enjoy this eye candy, anyway!

                                      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38514062



FoxesAndRobbers says:


here's a cute purple tag:

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36663607



Allysin says:


• Purple Leopard Print Heart Pin:

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36040627



sweetbriarfamily says:


Here's purple items from our family's shops:

                                      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37931995



HeirloomByNicole says:

Juicy Plum...Purple Earrings....

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37877085

Yea! I did it!

I will begin college on Tuesday!  I am going for a degree in small business management!  I am doing this because I want to someday soon open a crafts and gifts store.  I will need to know how to run a business to own a business.  I am so excited and my husband is so supportive.  I only have to go for 3 semesters because I went to this college before and they are using my credits from then towards this degree.  After I open my own business, I will have everything I have ever wanted.  I didn't think it would ever happen but, I guess when you have the support of a loving husband anything is possible.

More Purple Power

Remember to comment so the Etsians know what you think of their products!



DCStuff says:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/DCStuff
Cool blog!! Here's my purples:

                                       http://www.etsy.com/shop/DCStuff?section_id=5444488

 
 
JoyfullySewnDesigns says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyfullySewnDesigns
Purple Patchwork and Ruffles Skirt - Girls Size 6-8
 

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37840994




McKenneysKeepsakes says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/McKenneysKeepsakes

I have a couple of purple things. Let me know what you think.

                                                                        Purple Fairy:
                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36667335



KiraAnnDesigns says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/KiraAnnDesigns


I just listed these purple note cards.

                                      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38102198



dwhitecreations says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/dwhitecreations
here's mine

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16808828



serenasgifts says:

A shower of Amethyst necklace:

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36851310




cari4jc1 says:


Here's some purple from me.
Mug Cozy:

                              http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37120883

Have you joined Kaboodle?

You really should check it out!  Here is a link to my  Blogazine at kaboodle.

Purple Power

Check out these awesome items!  Remember to click the links and leave a comment!

lterrill9 says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/lterrill9



Here is some lovely purple..

          http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38003559

 
 
 


peanutbutterbandit says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/peanutbutterbandit

                      Julia wood doll pendant wearing lavender
      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38044387


DiamondSand says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/DiamondSand

I have purple.... :)

                          String of Dyed Purple Jasper Beads
       http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33198513


CityStyle says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CityStyle



Here's my Plum Cozy Scarf:

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32212069





sarilynne says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/sarilynne

I have a lot of purple! Take your pick! :)

      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36022693


Takuniquedesigns says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Takuniquedesigns


A fun purple mosaic magnesite and amethyst necklace.

       http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28382388

 
 
BedermannArt says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/BedermannArt


How about a Dahlia Fine Art Print?

       http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38008699


 CityStyle says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CityStyle

How about a Lavender Field:

      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30491555



pulpsushi says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/pulpsushi
How about this necklace?

                                          Night Bloom
        http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33585310


More to Come! 

Purple Power

More pretty purples.  Remember to click the links!

myhobbyshop says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/myhobbyshop


This has a little bit of purple in it (one of my favorites!): http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20433249

                                     Thanks for looking!


loverlea says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/loverlea


hi :)

       http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38109613



BrittaniAnessa says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/BrittaniAnessa


Here's my purple:

     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36217602


 chrisssmith22 says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/chrisssmith22


Here is some purple!!

         http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37976560



TresBelleKnits says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/TresBelleKnits


I've got purple!

Here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37994483


whatzits says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/whatzits

Purple! Purple! Burple!

       http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34705045



BlueRoomGems says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueRoomGems


Hello JustBecauseCrafts! You have a lovely blog. Here are a couple purple listings for you!

          http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37845064



FairyDC2008 says: http://www.etsy.com/shop/FairyDC2008


I got some purple too! 8)

         http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38054845


More to come Later!   Remember to comment!

Purple Power

I am now featuring purple items from fellow Etsians.  To see more from any of these Etsians or to see more details on the featured items, just click on the links.


KhaliNouveau says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/KhaliNouveau

     Song Birds Gift Box, I http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=36658087


NonpareilSoleil says:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/NonpareilSoleil


I have a very popular dark purple scarf that you could feature! :)

                        http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=34166065



EmeliaJane says:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/EmeliaJane

Great blog!  Here is my purple!

                                      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36774208
                                                                    Take a peek! :)


JustBecauseCrafts says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/JustBecauseCrafts



Here is mine.   Purple Pet Collar

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37158055

Pretty In Pink

Final post for Pretty in Pink.  New color coming soon!


FancyFairieGirl says:    http://www.etsy.com/shop/FancyFairieGirl


*PINK!*

                                    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34915381




Blaynexox says:    http://www.etsy.com/shop/Blaynexox


My pink baby girl frame!

                                      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8116939




KhaliNouveau says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/KhaliNouveau

                       Pastel birdies    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18240076



PACountryCrafts says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/PACountryCrafts

                                                           Pink Country Wood Hearts!

                               http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37601190&ref=em



ThePoint says:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/ThePoint


hello!

pink birdies

                                      http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30608073


sweetharvey says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetharvey

                                    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37942550


Thanks to all the Etsians for participating in this feature! 

How to Make an Impression: Extraordinary Thank-You Notes

Craftstylish.com
These days, sending any thank-you note will get you noticed, but sending this thank-you note may very well get you hired!


Photo: Jeff Rudell
 
Click link below picture to learn more!

http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9660/how-to-make-an-impression-extraordinary-thank-you-notes

Update and Question

I have added an online store to my website at www.justbecausecraftsandgifts.yolasite.com .  Please check it out!
Will be adding more items soon.

My question is for those that have newsletter sign-up widgets on your blogs or website.  Where do you get them.   I want people to be able to sign up for my newsletters.

I've been thinking........

As you know, I sell  my handmade items on Etsy.  I am contemplating using another online craft venue.  I am also thinking of doing my own website. 

The reason for all of this is because I am not selling on Etsy.  Everyone tells me to be patient but I am not a patient person.  Anyhow, I will post here (with links)  as soon as I decide what I am doing.

Meanwhile, I have applied to college For Small Business Management. If I am accepted, I will be starting in the spring. My goal is to learn how to run a business and then open a brick and mortar store.  I am thinking of having 3 or 4 other vendors with an area in the store to display and sell their items.  I will probablly need a business grant to get started because, I want to own the building I will be doing business from. 

Well, stay tuned..........................

Kelly Green Scarf

Click on link to see more details abut this scarf.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37969160

Pretty In Pink

More pinks!  Be sure to click on links to see more!  Leave comments so the artists know what you think!



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

Pink butterflies:

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32930494


Zosterops says:    http://www.etsy.com/shop/Zosterops


Thanks.

              Pink Rose Romance Ring: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36691578



sarafruitbat says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/sarafruitbat


Yay for pink!

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34368170




TresJoliePaperie says:    http://www.etsy.com/shop/TresJoliePaperie

           This is perfect for the pink lover: http://www.etsy.com/shop/TresJoliePaperie



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

Pink Jade Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32540809





 
 
DaphneCharmain says:   Thanks for this thread!!!


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

                                                   Lace Tanga Panty with Ribbon Trim
                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37177428



sapti says:   http://www.etsy.com/shop/sapti


My pink one

                                     http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35814594