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For those of you that are into Etsy ((a fabulous handmade marketplace for those who haven't yet discovered it)) log in and cast your vote for your favorite Oktoberfest item. My recycled bottle cap bracelet that I made out of beer caps and a road map that I got in Germany was nominated!  Yippee!   Here's the link - although if you don't have an account you will need to create one, but that's cool - you may need it when gift-giving season rolls around and you want to buy handmade! http://www.etsy.com/storque/article/5282/
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After spending a lot of time collecting bottles in the woods, saving bottles from my favorite beers and wines, and gathering bottles from friends and family, I have quite a good collection.  The best part is - now I get to smoosh them in my kiln and repurpose them into fun and functional housewares!  I have a line of cheeseplates, spoonrests, bowls, coasters and ornaments that will be fabulous gifts this holiday season!
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recycled glass bottle coasters - set of 4
 
 
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EtsyVeg's fall celebration sale begins tomorrow, Monday, September 7th, and tuns through Sunday, September 13th. Join us for Kickoff to Fall!
Get ready for great deals on awesome items from veg artisans. Celebrate autumn with us, and treat yourself to a shopping spree for handmade crafts and original art, many of which are eco-friendly, cruelty-free, and/or vegan! Our list of members offering specials this week keeps growing. Check out our most recent list of member shops to tempt you with unique crafty goodness... and stop by the blog every day this week to see our current specials (they change daily)!

aktie9- archival photographs, polymer pins & pendants

amefaust- nature digital photography

auclairdelalune- clothing & accessories of recycled fabric

bayatinge- lampwork jewelry, glass pendants

bellytobaby- natural products & sewn creations for pregnancy, labour, postpartum, and baby needs

CaramelDiezel- hand-knit kids hats, booties, sweaters, & blankets

chickscratch- soy massage candles

CollarMeGorgeous- inexpensive style for dogs

FoxieMoxieJewels- vintage & vintage-inspired jewelry for modern women

jackandjillsmom- photography and wine charms

jenoconnell- original paintings & drawings

judysmosaicsupplies- mosaic supplies, precision-cut stained glass, gems, grout colorant, & more

loveluca- bath & body, soy candles, crocheted items

Karramandi- soap & skincare

KneeDeepOriginals- original oil paintings, ooak hand beaded gemstone & glass jewelry

krugsecologic- all-natural soaps, lotions, bath & body

magglepie- hand-knit scarves, hats, etc.

midnightrabbits- handmade goods for animal charities

MissMunchie - scrumptious munchies, pretzel bread, cookies

movetheneedle- journals and other handcrafted items

MrsHerk- organic bath products, bombs, lotions, bubble bath

pandawithcookie- paper and fiber creations

ravissant - sustainable clothing, yoga mat bags, jewelry, home accessories

SecretHarbour- glass, gemstone and silver jewelry

silentlotus- handcrafted jewelry and original art

starfirewire- wire-wrapped & beaded jewelry

TheAwesomestPossum- bead & wire jewelry

ThisisBexx- hand-bound books, boxes, & more

TokenEmotion - handcrafted fun jewelry & things, often of reused and found materials

veganessa- delightful bags, accessories & wear, all vegan

vibrantmosaics- brightly colored mosaics for home and garden

 
Etsy Showcase! 09/05/2009
 
I have 5 necklaces featured on Etsy's Jewelry - Necklace Showcase today!  I'm offering free shipping all weekend in celebration of Labor Day.
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