My BESTeam Feature

Well, as we all know, some better then most, life constantly changes. Sometimes its for the better, and sometimes its for the worst. Sometimes things just stay the same, which is my favorite time

My point? I have one, and here it is. Due to certain changes in my life, I have decided after thoughtful contemplating, I have decided to leave the BESTeam.

So, for my last feature, my theme is RED!

 My first farewell visit is to the shop of Knitful Dezigns.  Veronica is a good friend of mine, and a very talented woman too.  Right now she is working on a plush doll collection while planning her wedding.  And she takes custom orders.  This Big Bow Headband comes in any color you choose, but I particularly like the red.  You can find Knitful Dezigns on facebook, and twitter, plus she writes her own blog. 

The next stop on my farewell tour is the shop of Creativity Bugs.  This shop is run by 2 sisters, Sandy and Sue.  They have such a cute and funky sense of style, and it shows in all their items, like this Rock Photo Holder.  A perfect stocking stuffer for that teenager on Santa's list. Follow them on facebook for all their latest news, and bookmark their blog for some reading pleasure.

My next stop is at Mossy Creeks Soaps.  I thought to myself, oh no, will she have red soap?  There goes my theme, but then on page 3, here it is... this Red Box Soap Gift Set.  When you purchase this gift set, you have 10 different soaps to choose from, so you can find something for everyone.  Michelle can be found on her own web page, blog, facebook, and twitter.

At my last stop, Redemption Art, I found this really cool Amber Carnation Milk Bottle.  Connie finds these great items on the great island of Hawaii, and she has so many vintage items.  And if vintage is not for you, she has a 2nd shop, Volcano Girl Creations, where you'll find her great handmade items, like jewelry and cat toys.  Connie writes a really cool blog, Island Buzzy. Reading this you'll feel like you've been on the island yourself.  She also has facebook and twitter.
So there you have it, my last BESTeam weekly feature.  If you are looking for an Etsy team where you can get, and give, some extra promotion, you can find it here.

My BESTeam Feature

I have to apologize for being so late this week. I don't know where the time went. I do know that when I work, because it isn't very often, it really throws me off schedule. And it isn't just work this week either, for the past four weeks, I have been in terrible pain due to my knees. Besides walking, my knee pain has definitely affected other areas of my life, including difficulty in keeping focused.
Enough about me, that's certainly not the reason for this post.

My BESTeam Feature for this week is ardentreverie. 
Ardentreverie consists of two sisters who design unique handmade accessories in apparel, jewelry, and hair.
I have to say this shop is certainly CHIC!
Just as I was looking at this shop, my son, Marty, was looking over my shoulders, (I really dislike anyone doing that) and saying, "scroll up, see that? Thats POPULAR at my school, mom". This is the handmade product that he showed me.

Savannah Feather Earring

Then Marty said, "they wear these in their hair too, mom". I thought cool, thanks Marty for sharing. My son he is my worst critic, when HE likes something, its definitely something. Need a cool Christmas gift? Its right above! Perfect for your tween, teen, young adult.
If your looking for Hair Accessories, this shop has them too! This one below is my favorite, although ardentreverie has many more!

Cedar Roses Headband

I think this headband is just gorgeous! Perfect color combination, woodsy, earthy, and organic! Not much more you could ask for.
Most of you know that my employment is outdoors. Meaning that I am subjected to all outdoor elements, which I don't care for, but it pays well. I have learned to layer my clothing well. One of my favorite accessories are handmade beanies and scarfs. This shop has many scarfs to choose from. It was really hard for me to decide which one I liked best, but I went with this one!

Denim Blue Knit Cowl

Not only do I think the color is FAB, but I don't have to worry about it staying wrapped around. And if you walk all day, bend all day like I do, then you will appreciate this aspect as well!

So, if you are looking for cool, chic, and unique gift this year, or even something for yourself. I really think this would be an excellent place to make this shop your first stop!
You can find ardentreverie here!

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My BESTeam feature for this week is.......................

My BESTeam Feature for this week is, drum roll please, Knitful Dezigns by Veronica Grace! (everyone stands up and claps their hands). This feature didn’t take me to look at her profile, or search for information. I think I know her, pretty well, from our nearly everyday conversations on FaceBook. And when I miss a day, I feel a bit lost. Veronica’s freshness and spunky personality always adds some sunshine to my day, even on the darkest days. Her personality reflects in her writing, as well as in the products she makes, like this one here below.

Polka dottie be my hottie bow

I met Veronica, during her Give-a-Way, many months ago. I actually won a Give-a-Way! Yep, winning one of these are very special because they are few and far between winning.
Her Give-a-Way Prize was none other, pick ANYTHING from my shop!
I was so happy because, being an outdoor employee I wanted a Beanie to keep my head warm while at work. And I really wanted something flattering, yet functional. So I chose this:

Bashful Beanie in Muddy delights brown

And honestly, not knowing her quality, and her very well, I was a bit unsure until it arrived!
Then after I opened the most sweet full, yes, new word, parcel, I was needless to say more then ecstatic. Now, even though my hair is not long, I was still able to tuck it in, and I had a glamorous, sophisticated look. My dear husband thought so as well! (as of right now, I have two of these Beanies,  and one on the way!)
That’s something I think some women strive for, even if its just to the grocery store, the sophisticated, glamorous look.
So, I wore it that weekend to go shopping, of course for beads, and out to my favorite Mexican Restaurant, Acapulco in Alameda, Ca.
If you want that look, this Bashful Beanie will sure help you create it!

Today, Miss Grace, Veronica showed me pictures of this:

Robins nest

I just thought, while smiling, how sweet, adorable, and cute, yes in that order.
I talked her into listing it, She said she was almost done with the listing anyways.
I told her I would use it in her feature, advertising, always a good thing! But, I would have chose it anyways, well because this sweet little birdie, Miss Grace, is expanding her wings, and doing something out of her extra - ordinary.
It’s a refreshing product, totally something for Spring and Summer. I also thought that it may be a very nice gift for Mothers Day, although its past. An egg for each child she bore, or an egg for each child in the house, and well maybe different colors too, the child’s favorite color, or yours. OR you could stick to the traditional pick and blue. I actually thinking I would purchase a "Robins Nest" soon!
There’s a million and one reasons out there to have this Robins Nest, what’s yours?
Share your thoughts, I am very interested to know what they are!

To see more of Miss Grace, KnitfulDezigns, you can visit her Etsy Shop here!
Become a fan of KnitfulDezigns FaceBook Page here.

AND if you like reading thoughtful, funny, material then check out her Blog!
I ALWAYS end up smiling, or thinking, and even just knowing is good too.

KnitfulDezigns and I are members of the BESTeam on Etsy.
The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others' Etsy shops by writing WEEKLY features on our blogs. For those that have them, we encourage use of Twitter Accounts and Facebook Fanpages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!
The BESTeam is so much more then writing a feature every week! Its a team of caring and talented crafters on Etsy.
Please click the link above to find out more about this great team, and consider joing this team!