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One of the blogs we love is bellepate's "Adventures in Polymer Clay ... and Musings Therein" . It's the place that taught us about sculptable PVC & mokume gane, about bits of life & optimism, but mostly about the hidden art of polymer clay.
She's the inspiration of the article today, a post dedicated to polymer artists on Silkfair.
And we'll obviously start with bellepate & A Beautiful Find: http://bellepate.silkfair.com/, the shop that breaths polymer clay and beautiful jewelry.
Polymer clay filled a gap and gave birth to A bit of color: http://abitofcolor.silkfair.com/ , the store where unique & original fit handmade art perfectly.
Clayful Creations's owner has been creating with clay for more than 15 years. Her goal is to create designs that will brighten your day and a visit to her shop/: http://clayfulcreations.silkfair.com/ will surely bring a smile to your face.
Women artists who work in a variety of sculpting mediums who put passion, whimsy, and love of the craft in every piece they create are the hands behind Funky Folky: http://funkyfolky.silkfair.com/ . This is the shop that sells the doll in the image featured here.
The beads in this bracelet: http://hrtsmom.silkfair.com/212131 are swirly-color polymer clay and glass, and in the middle is a pair of brass clapper bells from India
Bright and funky are the right words for Merkaba's earrings: http://merkabajewelry.silkfair.com/181452 that feature vivid green Kazuri clay beads that are large and round, gorgeous Lapis rectangles, and sterling silver accents.
Polymer clay is an important part of the yummy mellow caramel rose row counter bracelet: http://jedsjoy.silkfair.com/176567 from Jed's Joy.
This Polymer Clay Butterfly Pendant: http://krisybird.silkfair.com/203666 is a dynamic piece created by Krisybird through sanding the piece with several different grits of sandpaper, and giving it a light glaze to bring out the colors and add shine.
This phone charm: http://pastrystitches.silkfair.com/180099 is made out of kato polyclay, the strongest polymer clay on the market. After being baked in an oven, it was painted with a glossy paint and it's now waiting the right customer on the shelves of Pastry Stitches.
And last but not least, let's not forget about people with pets. This key chain: http://hobbytimedesign.silkfair.com/172684 is a must for anyone with four legged friends.
What are your thoughts on polymer clay?
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Ever wanted your own online Custom Shop but…
- was overwhelmed by figuring out where to start?
- not familiar with the programming & design that goes into creating your own site?
- was distressed about setting up and customizing it?
- worried about the security of your store?
- didn’t think you had enough time to set-up and maintain it?
Custom shop is a new upgrade from Silkfair Market Shop that allows you to completely customize the look and layout of their stores, putting you entirely in charge of your brand.
With Custom Shop from Silkfair, you’re given step-by-step customization with the click of your mouse. Choose from 10 different ready-made templates, which can be customized with your store logos, images, and colors allowing you to brand yourself the way you see fit. If you’re HTML savvy, you can put those skills to work and create an entirely unique template too. You also can forward your own domain, a URL chosen by you.
In just a manner of minutes, you can go from a Market Shop like this: http://bjohnsonjewelry.silkfair.com/
to a Custom Shop like this: http://bjohnsonjewelry.com/
You will of course then have two shop presence but with the efficient management of one, because both shops share the same listings!
Those who have already signed up are raving about the upgrade saying:
"I made mine match my blog...I'm not planning on directing people to any longer." - Yoboseiyo of Jewelry Ninja
"Very positive experience working with the customizable store...This is truly awesome!" - Rich of The Steam Shoppe
Craft Marketer blog said :
"In simple terms, Silkfair is taking the best characteristics of Google’s Blogger and bringing them to the boutique web store (i.e. total customization, zero coding required, etc. – they outfit you with your own blog, forum, marketing tools, etc.)."
AuctionBytes blog said :
"Silkfair Custom Shop, a new ecommerce tool designed to offer online sellers unmatched set-up speed, customization and ease-of-use. With Custom Shop, Silkfair sellers can create their own web brand, personalize every aspect of their store, use their own domain name and take advantage of the numerous built-in interactive marketing tools for blogging, customer forums, product videos, search engine optimization (SEO) and more."
Custom Shops are reasonably priced; a low, monthly fee of $24.99 and a 3% final sales fee. Currently Silkfair is running two promotions; an introductory plan where the Custom Shop is $14.99 for the first six months or sellers can receive the first two months free by using the coupon code "launch09pub". The offering is risk-free, and can be cancelled at any time with no long term obligations.
If you currently have a Silkfair shop, you can begin customizing your shop by going to My Store → Manage My Store → Custom Design or https://secure.silkfair.com/mysilk/template/welcome
If you don't currently have a Silkfair shop, you can begin by setting up a Silkfair shop. Visit My Store → Manage My Store or https://secure.silkfair.com/mysilk/store to get started.
Your shop. Your way.
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It's the middle of the summer, we know it. We mostly showcase sellers & items related to the season. We are, however, thinking that sellers that specialize in winter related products deserve a thumbs up, too. For this reason, today is Knitters Day.
Let's salute the celebration of knits of all kind and the amazing artists that create them.
Made for me by Oakley enters the scene with a colorful sweater: http://madeformebyoaklie.silkfair.com/155944 This one is in browns, grey and burgundy but the creator can work it out in different colors, too. We used the photo as representative for the article, too.
Sometimes it's fun to take a break from complicated things and do a nice, straightforward, simple project. It's what Naughty Monkeys did through this hand knitted scarf: http://naughtymonkeys.silkfair.com/185585
Ayala Novelties is a great example of exceptional craftsmanship for babies & kids. The character hand-made Crocheted All-Star sneaker Booties: http://ayalanovelties.silkfair.com/212177 are simply beautiful.
BetternBefore reminds us how important recycling is through this ACEO CARD CASE knit from recycled plastic bags: http://betternbefore.silkfair.com/182963
Homespun yarn is incredibly soft and has a great textured, cozy look. Merkaba's Soft Green Scarflette with Buttons: http://merkabajewelry.silkfair.com/181407 is a perfect proof of softness.
Meema Magic & knitting are old friends. The cute little Toddler Hat made of the softest Angel Hair yarn with a little contrasting flower on the side: http://meemamagic.silkfair.com/149627 underlines the purity & beauty of any toddler.
Knittings can be the final touch in a more elegant outfit, too. Wearing this unique triangular shawl http://selecta6.silkfair.com/181471 will earn you everybody's admiration.
If you don't want to come out of your jeans, there's no problem. Compliment them with a lovely scarf: http://acozylife.silkfair.com/149604 from A Cozy Life.
Kaye from Kaye's Kreations has been crocheting for 16 years. She makes a range of items from baby items to flip flops and a lot of in between. If you want something in particular, she's probably the one who can make it for you.
Hook Yarn Inker is a fanatic about crochet. She creates amazing crochet hats and accessories and her market bags are environmentally friendly and fashionable at the same time.
How about you? Have you ever knitted anything or you prefer wearing the lovelies?
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Following the thread ambs opened about the night chat, and the question A Cozy Life raised, drop a vote if you'd like us to double the weekly event and hold one during the day, too.
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Following the thread ambs opened about the night chat, and the question A Cozy Life raised, drop a vote if you'd like us to double the weekly event and hold one during the day, too.
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