Tone new collection on Etsy

Tone is a collection of foggy things by Amelia Lynn who keeps a shop named StudioTinselVintage filled with vintage/second hand items that she finds.

I like this Sentinels in Fog - Fine Art Landscape Photo Print made by Katherine Gendreau  a landscape and fine art photographer from Bristol RI. It captures the calm cool surface of Narraganset  Bay with ever present cormorants. See more of her colorful evocative work at klgphoto.

Another animal themed print is this Otter in the Fog a fine art print made by Lumyierre part of the fascinating collection of underwater photography you can find in the shop OctopodProductions.

The featured item in this collection is this fog grey turks head knot rope bracelet which is a traditional three-part braid made is a child size with hand dyed cotton cord. This style bracelet is available in quantity for birthday parties, weddings or other special gatherings. Please convo your request (well in advance!) for pricing and delivery details.

Ive got the denim blues today collection

For Bob Dylan it was the Stuck inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again for Pat Longmuir I've got the denim blues today... collection and she found lots of company. Her shop PatsParaphernalia is filled with Handmade polymer clay and needlefelted items & ACEOs - ok: Art Cards, Editions and Originals Yeah I had to look it up

I like this Denim basket recycled blue jeans fabric rustic made by Birgitte Hendricks and offered in her shop SewDanish that you might guess has Danish, Handmade Fiber Textile Art, Design and Supplies and where she has, yes, AECO's too!

Then there is this Denim Faded Blue-Clear Crystal Rose-Swarovski Crystal-Bracelet-Anklet made by Carol and offered in her huge shop treasure4ever. This is a design that is based on traditional macrame square knotting techniques.

The featured item in this blue collection is white & denim blue turks head knot sailor rope bracelet medium 1882 which is part of the blended colors collection in WhatKnotShop on Etsy. There are many more color combinations in the shop and you can specify a custom size just by sending a convo and referencing the listing. 

Tied in Knots collection on Etsy

Michelle Brumley presented a challenge for me trying to pick out a few worthy items from her Etsy collection Tied in Knots. Her shop lunarising has practical and whimsical decorations for your home, body, and spirit.

Barefoot, sandals, or heels these In Bloom Ankle Corsets - Tatted Lace Accessories look great anytime. See more elegant tatting from Pamela Quevedo in her shop TotusMel.

More knots to wear this Interlocking Discs Knotted Cords & Brass Rings Belt 70's 80's by Nickie Noel is a retro statement. See more current fashion trends interpreted through vintage clothing in her shop nickiefrye.

This elegant Blue and white chinese knotted cord necklace by 22degreesnorth is a bit of the east made in a cool color. See more happy items from Hong Kong in their shop of the same name 22degreesnorth.

The featured item in this knotted collection is this 3 button beaded primitive statement cuff 1633 made with a variety of cords beads, and buttons. This is a unique piece which reflects the modern interpretation of traditional design using all new materials. Find more of these modern primitive designs in the design section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy. An even larger collection can be found in the design section of WhatKnotShop on Zibbet. You can request a custom design as well by messaging me from either site.

Time to wake up collection on Etsy

Daylight saving time just kicked in so it's Time to wake up and this cool collection of spring themed items by Marta Acero is a pleasant alarm clock. Visit Marta's shop tukaltd for inspired aromatic animals (NICE aromas here!) and intriguing cord pouches and baskets.

Dry off after your morning shower with this High Quality Hand Woven Turkish Cotton Towel... one of the many fine woven products from Turkishtowel. Made on a traditional hand weaving loom this is a treat for any morning. See more Sarong-PESHTEMAL in their shop Turkishtowel.

WoodArtJewelry makes many intriguing forms including these Wooden hair forks, 2 prong, Hair sticks... Petya and Emil collaborate (he makes the objects, she minds the Etsy shop). If you have lots of hair you will want one of these stylish accessories.

The featured item in this collection is this double button fiber & bead cuff bracelet medium made from up-cycled pieces of hand dyed cotton cord, glass beads, and cotton thread. This is one of many unique pieces of fiber art available in the design section of WhatKnotshop on Etsy. More of these one of a kind pieces are available in the design section of WhatKnotShop on Zibbet shop as well.

I felt so symbolic yesterday collection on Etsy

Adam Duritz probably isn't a craft follower but his band Counting Crows' work gets top billing in this treasury collection titled I felt so symbolic yesterday pulled together by greenyogini a color fanatic from Cleveland. She and her friend Mr. Jones (who wishes he was just a little more funky) make colorful friendship bracelets and other Vintage, Handmade, and Upcycled Goodies available in her shop greenyogini.

These Legwarmers in Grey with buttons are a very attractive part of a collection from homelab a fanatic knitter living Athens. Visit her shop and have her send you something warm all the way from Greece. (They need the foreign exchange, you need these leg warmers...)

Click on over to XtraVirgin and take a look at this Grey Brass Stud Bracelet made by namthip. Her handmade work is a real bargain and comes in a wide variety of designs.

The featured item in this symbolic collection is this extra wide white & grey medium turks head knot rope sailor bracelet made with hand dyed cotton cord. This is a nice soft and wide slip on cuff that can go everywhere comfortably and won't clatter on your keyboard or desk. See more of these blended color bracelets on Etsy. Even more options and sizes are available at WhatKnotShop on Zibbet.

Uncomplicated Grey collection on Etsy

There are many worthy items in this collection titled Uncomplicated Grey put together by laura a.k.a. feltjar. See sweet and whimsical felted items with a modern twist in her shop aptly named feltjar. You should also visit her photography blog where you will find very crisp geometrical compositions.

So it all comes down to the contrast between hard and soft. First the hard: No.13 Cube Concrete Tea Light Candle Holder cast by Pawel part of the Rough Fusion of big and heavy with soft and organic.

Next the soft: Felted slippers made of softest merino wool 2in1 GREY AND GREY made by Inga Samusiene in Lithuania. More of her fine slippers can be seen in her shop ing00te or check out her blog bure bure and on Flickr too.

You can have one of these uncomplicated fog grey turks head knot rope bracelets made from hand dyed cotton cord just by clicking on the link. If you need different sizes or multiple for a party (they make great give-aways) just convo and ask.

Gifts for Friends #4 collection on Etsy

What great Gifts for Friends collected by Natalka this is #4 in the series and you can visit her Etsy shop Skrynka - little box of treasuries for hand embroidered jewelry and home decor. You might also read her blog about handmade and not or visit her other shop ReComputing.

I really like the color and design of these Ceramic serving bowls in blue topaz made by Eshkar and offered through her shop claylicious "mud full art" which says it all.

These handmade Felted Bracelets Winter Blue made by Yuliya Lyovochkina are colorful and soft. Find out more about this talented artist on her blog jezek's felting which is written in russian but has photos or her live journal also with good photos of her work.

The featured item in this collection is this navy blue turks head knot sailor rope bracelet large made with a friendly hand dyed cotton braided cord. Find this and other work like it in the solid colors section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy. To see an even more extensive collection visit the solid colors section on Zibbet where the listings never expire (and skies are not cloudy all day...)

Already for Spring collection on Etsy

Not much of a winter so far but we are already for spring just like this collection made by Arli Trowbridge who deals in hand shredded fibers and glass jewels in her shop UrbanRevisions.

Even in winter you can have green stuff with this Pea Pod of Air Plants // Airplants and River Stone Display made by kara b. part of her botanical decor offerings available in her shop toHOLD. Check out the pink sea urchins and air plants too.

Add a nice touch to your next utility bill payment with this Double Pinecone Rubber Stamp and send a green message. Mollie Flatley makes these and many other designs including flowers, birds, and animals. Check out her shop norajane to see the whole collection and follow her on Facebook to get discount codes.

The featured design in this spring collection is this white & green turks head knot rope bracelet which is but one of the multiple color combinations that you might have made using hand dyed cord and this nice soft natural cotton cord. See a few more in the blended colors section of the Etsy shop. A much bigger collection is online at the blended colors section of the Zibbet shop.

Cold Day collection on Etsy

Another Cold Day here in Minnesota but this collection has warm things put together by imali from Latvia. She loves pattern and color, all of her things are made with love and meant to be used in your everyday life. Read her blog (or just view the images) for more.

Small but handsome this Pine Tree 6x6 art block painting is my all time treasury champ at 408 treasury lists. Lots more Art Blocks and modern home must haves created by Amber and Darleen in their redtilestudio. Read more in the Apartment Therapy Blog.

A cold day requires these okapi knitted hand warmers  made by okapiknits from Paris. Perfect for texting these fingerless gloves are a part of an elegant collection of limited edition hand knitted accessories.

The feature listing in this collection is this navy blue turks head knot sailor rope bracelet size "large"made with a soft braided cotton cord that has been hand dyed a deep navy blue. Smaller and larger sizes are available by special order. This knot bracelet is part of the solid colors collection on Etsy. To see an even larger collection of handmade rope bracelets visit WhatKnotShop on Zibbet.

I sCREAM for iceCREAM collection on Etsy

Tatum Reid likes cream/white/beige and made this collection I sCREAM for iceCREAM with some of her favorites. Visit her shop tatumreid bicycle built for two to see her initial collection of coasters and cat toys.

This Diamond Pattern Hanging Crocheted Glass Globe Tea Light Candle Lantern got sold but there are more available in Jenn's shop PoorLittleLamb along with masquerade masks and mermaids.

Northern climates call for warm bedding and this Custom made linen duvet cover ...My wooden dream... will make your nights well, a dream. LovelyHomeIdea is the shop, Lovely Home is the handle for this textile design studio which is filled with natural fibers and logical design.

The featured item in this cream/white/beige collection is this ecru herringbone weave turks head sailor knot rope bracelet medium one of the many variations on the over-two, under-two herringbone weave pattern. This one is made from a soft, off-white cotton cord and can be found in the classic whites section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy. An even bigger collection is available on Zibbet or you can make a custom request.

it all started with the bear collection on Etsy

It All Started With The Bear - First Love collection Ok there is some fun stuff in here thanks to Mmim the mystery mom from Albion with a mnemonically named shop Mmim brimming with boxes and frames all handmade of course.

So let's get started with this Knitted Teddy Bear made by danuta from Riga. You know a child who would love one of these so visit dadisdo and pick one out. You can find more bears and other stuff on her blog.

This set of baby blue buttons got sold but click through to karoArt to find what you will need for that project. Karo has a quirky and creative ceramics collection and she will send stuff to you from Dublin.

The featured item in this collection is this dusty blue turks head knot rope bracelet made from a special low density unbleached cotton cord. This traditional three part weave will stretch a bit more than the other types of cord I use in other products. The unbleached grey cotton softens the color of the dye creating a more subtle shade. Find more of these in the solid colors section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy. If you want more variety and choices check out the solid colors section of WhatKnotShop on Zibbet. Choice is good, custom is available for the asking. 

My Mood collection on Etsy

Daria's collection My Mood captures many elements in one place but not everything is the same color (a welcome variation). Her shop Dariami is filled with handmade jewelry mostly made from polymer clay, seed beads, glass or metal. See more on her Flickr photostream or follow her blog (it's in Russian so you may have to depend on the pictures!)

Art imitates nature and finds expression with this Handmade Faux Leather Butterfly Brooch Blue and Black made by Laura Jacquemond. Find more inspirational work from ancient art as an expression of the sacred, natural history in her shop Blue 
Terracotta.

I'm not sure why but this Pink Seashell : Reclaimed Wood Display Box & Vintage Peg Card seems like a perfect foil to a bare white wall you might have in your winter home. Tara and Percy's  Jerseyicecreamco shop has a number of other old and beautiful things in it which may remind you of grandma's house.

The featured listing in this moody collection is one of the unique design )strata( series of fiber art bracelets this  2 button grey red brown fiber cuff bracelet made with up-cycled bits of cord from my ever expanding scrap box. Each of these is carefully handmade using high strength four ply nylon thread to bind the cords tightly together. A button and loop closure ensures security and comfortable wear. See more of this style of wearable fiber art in the design section of my Zibbet shop or the design section of my Etsy shop. 

Well hey there sailor...collection on Etsy

Amanda from LongWinterSoapCo put this playful collection well hey there, sailor...wanna trim my jib? together and I have absolutely no idea what this question refers to...You will want to read her featured seller interview (she's a yurt dweller which scores big points with me!)

I was taken with this print Ocean Photography "Before the Storm" by Elle Moss part of the collection of fine art prints available in her shop ellemoss. She has been published in a number of magazines listed in her profile.

Holding a whale in the palm of your hand seems impossible unless it's this Grey linen whale made by two women Elena and Leva who create together but live separately. More fun stuff in their shop adatine including aardvarks, piggies, and bandit foxes.

The featured listing is this popular classic white turks head knot sailor rope bracelet available in the classic whites section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy.

Winter Sun collection on Etsy

Janet Mealha put together this seasonal collection Winter Sun filled with sunshine on a cold winter's day. Her shop BlueMagpieDesign is filled with high fired handmade porcelain and stoneware ceramic beads combined with semi precious stones.

Gwyn E. Padden-Lechten has this Winter Wonderland Sunshine and Snow photograph of a real winter sun seen through the trees of Wisconsin's woods. You too can go to InTheWoodsStudio and find more unique creatures of fantasy and fiber art.

Esen Osman a mother-daughter duo brings this Set of 5 Wool Wrapped Stacking Bangles (5014-1910) from among the many choices in their shop mysticfibers. Order these and get free shipping all the way from Turkey.

The featured item in this sunny collection is this sunshine yellow turks head knot rope bracelet made from traditional twisted cotton cable cord and hand dyed a nice bright yellow. This one is a "medium" size but you can request a large or small size from WhatKnotShop on Etsy. See more of these handmade rope bracelets in the solid colors section. For an expanded menu of color choices click over to WhatKnotShop on Zibbet.

Sailor Love collection on Etsy

Here's a red white and blue collection of Sailor Love made by Keri Calhoun who has an Etsy shop Keriadonna filled with crochet and sewing projects focused on color and style. You can follow her on twitter or read her blog.

If you are a sailor you might love this HELLO SAILOR red striped Shirt & Anchor Pin XS-L made from jersey knit by Deborah Brehm. On the other hand you might just want a date with the model... See more of Deborah's work in akashacouture and be sure to join the Miss Lovett mailing list.

Add some blue to the red and white shirt with this SAILOR'S HOOK Bracelet made by Erin Smith of MOONDROPSjewelry.

The featured item in this collection is the teal blue turks head knot rope bracelet small made from hand dyed cotton braid. This is a "small" size but is available in medium and large by request. Visit the solid colors section of WhatKnotShop on Etsy to see more of these classic rope bracelets in a range of colors.

winter blues collection on Etsy

It's winter and so we get these Winter Blues but we are not unhappy about how bright and cheerful this selection of blues can be. Thanks to Cristi Martin for putting this together so get over to her shop FelixandJayne and see what you will need to "carry on" - not the airplane but all that stuff you can't live without, she has answers.

It's all about the leather beginning with these 80s Cobalt Tall Suede Pirate Boots which need no further explanation (where do you get those shoes?) Find out from honeymoonmuse and check out the shop honey moon muse or friend them on Facebook.

And continuing with this Leather clutch/ pouch in pearl gray/ light blue a classic design with a functional purpose made by Ruthy in Haifa. See more of her strong design work in her shop rutinet.

The featured item in this collection is not made of leather rather a hand dyed braided cotton cord: teal blue turks head knot rope bracelet small the classic three part braid just right for a teen or smaller boned adult. Larger sizes are available by request or see the rest of the solid colors collection on Etsy. For an even more bewildering array of choices click over to my Zibbet shop where the listings don't expire and the fun continues.

catch this sailor's catch collection on Etsy

What a great Sailor's Catch this collection is made by Habby an Etsy promoter. See other collections here.

I like KarensRopeWorks and these Cotton Nautical Doorstops which are monkey fist knots (from huge monkeys!) More mats, boat accessories, and rope work in her shop.

More knotty art Big Sailor's Knot Necklace made by Cristina Olariu an Architect and knot artist. Check out her shop elfinadesign for more great work.

The featured item in this catchy collection is this navy blue turks head knot sailor rope bracelet made from hand dyed cotton cord. There are more designs and colors available in WhatKnotShop on Etsy and if you don't find something you like there visit WhatKnotShop on Zibbet for an even bigger collection.

Can you feel it? new collection on Etsy

Essence Aflame's collection can you feel it? asks the question and the answer is "soft". Visit her shop essenceaflame to find a collection of candles which are poured individually and with extreme care and finesse.

To go with a scented candle you will want this Soft Musk - Cold Process Soap with Coconut Milk and Olive Oil made by Janine the addicted soap maker from Belfast, Maine. More "Wicked Good" Bath & Body Stuff! in her Etsy shop  WickedScentuals including bath bombs (don't these make a huge splash when they land??)

I like the color and design of this Friendship Bracelet MADE TO ORDER by Michelle L from LA. See more of her colorful line of friendship bracelets in her shop MichellesGoodies.

The featured item in this soft collection is this white cotton soft bangle part of the GEOmetry series of minimalist cotton cord jewelry available exclusively through WhatKnotShop. More designs here including the double bangle clothesline cord cuff or this wedge bangle clothesline cord bracelet. If you like the design but want a custom size made please contact me to make your request.

Sky Blue collection now showing on Etsy

Here's an uplifting color combination for a grey winter day: Sky Blue made by Ina Spiro an artist from Russia now living in Israel. Visit her shop Leris to find Flowers and Felted things all handmade of course.

Here's an unexpected but beautiful container: Oak leaf fabric bowl made by Jeannie part of her collection of leaf themed containers you can find in her shop evLienDesigns along with stationary and Jack'o Lantern leaves too.

Another handsome blue container is this Large Lidded Casserole in Sky Blue Glaze made by Carol Broadley part of her functional and stylish line of high fired stoneware. More sturdy, beautiful and value priced work in her shop CarolBroadleyPottery.

The features item in this blue collection is this white & sky blue turks head knot sailor rope bracelet made with soft hand dyed braided cotton cord. This one is a "medium" size and can stretch slightly to slip on over your hand. All of the colors offered in my shop are limited editions. You can see more blended color rope bracelets in my Etsy shop and a much larger collection in my Zibbet shop. Shipping is immediate on all listed items.

Class will be held outside today collection on Etsy

Class will be held outside today is a collection by Amanda & Joe filled with fun stuff, if only we could do this in January but Minnesota and Maine are too cold. Check out Amanda's featured seller interview and be sure to visit the LongWinterSoapCo shop.

Brianne serves up a fun Girl Dress with Military Style Details from the spring/summer collection available at VintageChildModern. Visit and pre-order now.

Heather Shaw offers this fun sewn card of Japanese paper from her Etsy shop pi'lo sale. Yes there are pillows, art, and party things with an abundance of cute kids.

The featured item in this fun collection is this white turks head knot sailor rope bracelet one of the classic white designs. You can wear these both inside and outside weather permitting of course!