tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84008622237924950512024-02-20T09:05:38.523-08:00Coffee cup of crafts and fashionI am addicted designer. After many years of working as a freelance illustrator I suddenly discovered a new pssion - SEWING. From this moment an on, this is a huge part of my life. Here I will be sharing my designs, styling and new creations together with some tutorials and my Etsy shop listings.MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-85531360761861735502010-01-21T01:46:00.000-08:002010-01-21T01:47:11.876-08:00Teddy bears, cats and other strange things...<p>Did you know that if you sewing teddy bears before going to sleep you keep sewing them ALL NIGHT LONG?........well...I feel like I didnt slept at all at the moment. Lesson learned...LOL<br /><br />If you missed my post or you still didnt had a chance to enter a competition for winning a great jewelry you still can do it by click on this banner....<br /><br /><a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/jewelry-jad.asp?p=Win-Jewelry&xref=mashenkafashion.blogspot.com"><img alt="" src="http://www.elfies-world.com/gallery/albums/photo-creations/jewelrycompetitionbanner.sized.jpg" /></a><br /><br />And yes, there are new cats on the block ;)..... first one is my definate favorite hehe....(evil laugh insert here).....<br />They both listed so just click on the picture to "fly" to the auction...<br /><br /><strong>THE MAD CAT-ALIST</strong><br /><br /><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=400098552962&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT"><img alt="" src="http://www.elfies-world.com/gallery/albums/Cats/Mad_Cat_alist.sized.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><strong>TIME FLIES...</strong></p><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=400098554680&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT"><img alt="" src="http://www.elfies-world.com/gallery/albums/Cats/Time_Flies.sized.jpg" /></a><br />MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-84469671225523717262010-01-20T04:17:00.000-08:002010-01-20T04:19:06.574-08:00Win a gorgeous jewelry!<br />Yep, probably after having two shops carrying jewerly with semi-precious stones and crystals I still love jewelry.<br /><br />One the people I know offering on the website competition for winning prices of 200$ and 5000$ to win to use on jewelry. There are some truly gorgeous jewelry pieces... I am sharing only the silver simply because I am not a real fan of the gold....(I guess with too much energy I have I feel much more comfortable with silver).<br /><br /><img alt="" src="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/3008/images/products/745583-1-240.jpg" /><img alt="" src="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/3008/images/products/746786-1-240.jpg" /><img alt="" src="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/3008/images/products/746824-1-240.jpg" /><br /><br /><img alt="" src="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/3008/images/products/746847-1-240.jpg" /><img alt="" src="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/3008/images/products/745721-1-240.jpg" /><img alt="" src="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/3008/images/products/745837-1-240.jpg" /><br /><br />What you have to do to win is just to share a badge on your blog or website. You will be entering the competition as long as badge is displayed.<br /><br />Wanna try?<br /><br />Here is the link:<br /><br /><strong><a href="http://www.jewelryartdesigns.com/jewelry-jad.asp?p=Win-Jewelry&xref=mashenkafashion.blogspot.com">JEWELRY COMPETITION</a></strong><br />MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-82549130097064784782009-05-07T10:37:00.000-07:002009-05-07T10:38:35.337-07:00Can you believe? and of course knitting.....Can you believe we still painting? Well we are of course only two people... it is over 100 square meters + we painting on dark color which need sometimes around 3 layers on it....<br />Had a slight poisoning from the paint we using for the shelves...well, no wonder....8 hours daily almost 7 days per week, no wonder my body gave up hahaha....had a wonderful nausea + burning cheeks and sore troat. FUN!<br />Now we are slowly moving forward... PLEASE keep your fingers crossed so it will be done end of this week?<br /><br />But look what we going to bring next week.... dont you feel your hands starts itching? LOL<br />And YES we will have it in our online shop as well and we DO ship internationally!<br /><br /><br /><img alt="" src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/fantasiegarens.jpg" /><br /><br /><img alt="" src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/klassiekegarens.jpg" /><br /><br />And this one is my definate favorite!<br /><br /><img alt="" src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/tictac.jpg" /><br />MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-85497924978698996042009-04-19T06:54:00.000-07:002009-04-19T06:59:04.928-07:00Snow in a spring....We have a snow! No, not a real one of course but a flowering trees snow :) Its how our garden looks at the moment. Everything is in the bloom...cherry trees, pear trees, apple trees....my tulips are almost open as well :) will be sure to post some photos when they are ...<br /><br />So gorgeous...and can you spot somebody secretly climbing a tree? LOL<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/gardenspring1.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/gardenspring2.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/gardenspring3.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/gardenspring4.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/gardenspring5.jpg"><br /><br />And this photo was taken by our friends...sorry it is so blurry. It is our Big Foot with my son Daniel...now you can really see how huge he is :)<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/danibigfoot.jpg">MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-86443954399772221122009-04-19T04:56:00.000-07:002009-04-19T04:58:50.818-07:00YESI finally have a second to post something. So busy with shop preparations I have to move my weekly Etsy feature for tomorrow! Please forgvie me for one day of delay.<br /><br />For now just a short info on the new items I have....<br /><br /><script type='text/javascript' src='http://www.etsy.com/etsy_mini.js'></script><script type='text/javascript'>new EtsyNameSpace.Mini(6886193, 'shop','gallery',4,2).renderIframe();</script>MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-37212654979295857922009-04-12T05:16:00.000-07:002009-04-12T05:36:07.789-07:00Feature for Etsy creative peopleAnd our next week of featured creative Etsy folks is here :)<br /><br />I hope you will enjoy the visit to their shops!<br /><br /><strong>TIPPYSTOCKTON</strong><br /><br />http://tippystockton.etsy.com<br /><br />I love the gentle pastel colors of the jewelry, they feels so feminine and so inviting. They feels fresh like a real spring.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.64271903.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.63934354.jpg"><br /><br />"Tippy Stockton jewelry is designed and handmade from sterling silver, vintage, and glass beads. My inspiration is great color, texture and a bit of nature thrown in for good measure. You might call me a "jane of all design trades". I love jewelry, textiles, paper - see, I told you! I began creating jewelry when I couldn't find the perfect necklace for a special event. So my imagination took over and as they say, the rest is history. <br /><br />All of my jewelry is entirely sterling silver, unless I specify otherwise in my description. I have been experimenting with my photography - if I don't convey exactly what you're wanting, please feel free to convo me for additional details. <br /><br />I hope that you enjoy my ETSY site and thank you for your support of everything handmade!!!"><br /><br /><strong>BIRD TROUBLE</strong><br /><br />http://birdtrouble.etsy.com<br /><br />I am definately in love with a bags and coffee cozys! I love the retro style of the fabric and colorful desings, truly an eye candy.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.64736373.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.60615467.jpg"><br /><br />"Hi there! You probably clicked on my profile to learn some juicy personal crap about me. Well, here it goes, my whole life!<br /><br />Just kidding. I'm going to some it up for you. I'm in my wee-early 20's and I joined etsy as a way to 'express my inner creative self' *yawn*... It really is a way for me to vent out though. If I'm mad, I sew. If I'm bored, I sew. If my dog is making me mad, I sew. If I saw this lady at the salon with this real cute bag, I go home and sew it.<br /><br />Currently, I live in east bay California (it's not OAKKKLAND or anything, so really, it's not that's exciting) and have for about a year. Me, my boyfriend, and our 90lb pitbull Mr David Bowie don't really like it. We're going to be moving to Philly very soon. Nate's parents are there and since I grew up in Chicago, I'll feel closer to home. Basically, we're traveling nuts in love who live the 'get up and leave' life.<br /><br />As for some credentials... after highschool, I went to design college and I left with a measly certificate in Fashion Design. See ma, I left school with a paper! I'm much, much, much more happier sewing bags than clothes.<br /><br />Follow me at<br />http://www.birdtrouble.blogspot.com/<br />http://www.flickr.com/photos/bird_trouble/<br />http://www.twitter.com/birdtrouble"<br /><br /><strong>DECORETTE</strong><br /><br />http://decorette.etsy.com<br /><br />I am already picking couple of favorites from the gorgeous wall decorations there! I will be sure to have some of them before we will finally redecorate upstairs.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.59897937.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.58985167.jpg"><br /><br />"Originally from Melbourne, Australia, we have recently relocated to Sunny Singapore!<br /><br />Decorette is a line of self-adhesive vinyl graphics (aka wall decals) created for people who want to easily transform the look of their room space in minutes! A fantastic alternative to wallpaper and paint, these vinyl art decals are so thin, designs look like they are painted on.<br /><br />Quick and easy to apply, these can be affixed to any smooth, flat surface like a wall, fridge, mirror, window, laptops, the ceiling and even the floor. The possibilities are just endless! Simply choose your space, then peel and stick to create instant art designs without the hassle of paint, tools or mess. <br /><br />Decorettes are completely removable (but NOT reusable) so when you’re ready for a change, simply peel off and start again!<br /><br />We love custom orders so please feel free to send us your requests!<br /><br />Find out more about wall decals in our FAQ section found in our "Shop Policies"<br />As featured on:<br />BUST Magazine: http://www.Bust.com<br />Neato Stuff: http://www.neatostuff.com"><br /><br /><strong>CHRISTIECREATIONS</strong><br /><br />http://christiecreations.etsy.com<br /><br />If you in search for a baby showers gifts you will love those!! Can you imagine all the bouquets are actually made of baby basics! Baby sleepers, onesies, blankets, socks and so on, isnt it adorable?<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.65524360.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.36678659.jpg"><br /><br />"For the last 8 years I have been making custom gifts for my friends and family to celebrate special occasions: Weddings, Engagements, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, Baptisms, Graduations, Housewarmings, and Birthdays. <br /><br />After being told to start a business and share my talents, I found my way here to etsy. I received a similiar "blooming bouquet" of kitchen items for my own bridal shower last year and was inspired to make my own. I remember how special I felt receiving such a unique gift. <br /><br />Besides being a Martha Stewart wanna-be, I am an avid bargain shopper. My knack for finding bargains is why I can make my blooming bouquets with high quality baby clothes, items, and kitchen towels at below retail value. <br /><br />I love combining my two favorite hobbies: shopping and crafting! It is an honor to make a special gift for your loved one."<br /><strong><br />DOMOSHAR</strong><br /><br />http://domoshar.etsy.com<br /><br />GORGEOUS pinchusions! I truly had a hard time to pick a favorites :) and of course wonderful bold and happy colored quilts and gift items!<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.62473583.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.60969592.jpg"><br /><br />"Cheers from sunny and beautiful Bulgaria! It is an inspiring place in South-Eastern Europe by the Black Sea coast, which I see from my window.<br /><br />I started crafting when I was 6. My grand mother taught me lots of things and I really loved them.<br />After some time, an arts high school and not so arty university diploma, I decided to make a career twist and devote all of my time to crafting and family. So I made up a small quilt studio and gift shop and started making other people happy by doing my favorite thing - crafting!<br /><br />I talk more about my crafting on my blog: http://domoshar.com/cat/en<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by!"MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-92051475460442031242009-04-05T01:15:00.000-07:002009-04-05T01:34:19.325-07:00Featuring Etsy creative peopleAnd our 3d week of features :)<br />Sadly many members forgot to write me a short bios about themselves, so sorry guys, part of this feature will be missing this infromation.<br /><br /><strong>BABY NEST</strong><br /><br />http://babynest.etsy.com<br /><br />Do you like knitted things and yarn? I am sure you will be in love with a colorful and funky creations there :) I already putting several of the knitted "friends" in my favorites :) and a baby clothes are just adorable.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.37953402.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.36285784.jpg"><br /><br />"Here you will find a lot of pretty baby dresses. Sorry, I am partial to girls, having raised my own daughter, she's now about to turn 17. Where did the time go?<br /><br />I also have some crocheted friends I have made for both boys and girls. Don't forget about the baby blankets. They come in all colors of the rainbow."<br /><br /><strong>CHEEZOMBIE</strong><br /><br />http://cheezombie.etsy.com<br /><br />And here I think half of the shop will be sitting in my favorites. Why wouldnt like a cute green fluffy cat or the most adorable monster existed? ;)<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.51767891.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.62858160.jpg"><br /><br />"Cheezombie often finds herself bleary eyed and finger sore, but still knitting and watching slasher movies, at 2 a.m. The byproducts of these late night sessions fuel others, whereby creating a cycle of sleeplessness and creativity."<br /><br /><strong>GULF COAST COTTAGE PDF</strong><br /><br />http://gulfcoastcottagepdf.etsy.com<br /><br />Do you like making things yourself? Do you sometimes wish you would had a right pattern? There is a place, huge ammount of WONDERFUL PDF patters for so many different and pretty creations.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.56884633.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.60255442.jpg"><br /><br />Jen writes about herself:<br /><br />"My name is Jen, I started making felt toys for my children when toys were being recalled in great numbers. I loved making them so much- I figured others would as well- and opened my shop. All of my patterns are original, hand drafted patterns by myself. They include a supply list, color photos full size patterns, and detailed instructions."<br /><br /><strong>ALEXIMO</strong><br /><br />http://aleximo.etsy.com<br /><br />Did you knew that a t-shirt can transform itself into a cute red rabbit? Or that acrylic pendants can be so ellegant? You will definately need to visit Alex shop to see it yourself...<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.34639851.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.39935151.jpg"><br /><br />Alex writes:<br /><br />"My name is Alex Broadbent, I'm 23 years old, and I got a BA(hons) in Visual Communications in June 2008. My primary artistic background is in graphic design, but I'm now beginning to branch out into illustration, photography and knitting. I've been attempting to learn a new skill every month or so since leaving university, and so far have learnt how to bind books, use a sewing machine, knit in the round, bake cupcakes, and some basic garment repairs.<br /><br />My blog is: http://aleximo.tumblr.com/<br />And I recently did a project with zink on: http://www.zink.com/alex-broadbent<br /><br />My Etsy shop is: www.aleximo.etsy.com/<br />The products I create in my Etsy shop are all original designs created by myself. Inspiration for my products comes from far and wide, and all my designs start of as sketches in my notebook. <br /><br />Since learning how to machine stitch I’m in the process of making some new items for my Etsy shop, including shopping totes, cosmetics bags, and mini satchel bags."<br /> <br /><strong>GWENMADE</strong><br /><br />http://gwenmade.etsy.com<br /><br />Jewelry from Gwen has a wonderful feel of optimism, forms are special and colors are bold and happy. There is a such a big collection I am sure everybody can find something they like.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.62058492.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.63567855.jpg"><br /><br />Gwen writes about herself:<br /><br />"Hi! I create unique handmade jewelry, clutch purses and wristlets, felt wearables, and love to travel and share my vintage finds. My shop features Free Shipping on all items. <br /><br />My Etsy Shop: http://gwenmade.etsy.com<br />My Blog: http://gwenmade.blogspot.com"MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-77066407632925636922009-04-01T06:22:00.000-07:002009-04-01T06:24:41.907-07:00OH MY....You know, God is really a joker, because it is only why he picked up such a date for it...LOL...MY LOAN FOR OPENING MY ATELIER GOT ACCEPTED TODAY!!!!!!! I am so excited and I am in complete shock!!!! LOL No, it is truly not a joke! We already called to make an appointement with a shop owner we going to rent for the next Monday.<br /><br />Please hold all your fingers crossed for me!<br /><br />"floating on the coulds"MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-38708563547500503982009-04-01T03:19:00.000-07:002009-04-01T03:22:56.622-07:00Spring, 1st of april and photos...I know I know, I actually supposed to make a joke or to talk about 1st of April...well, my cup of coffee decided to play a joke on me and fell and splashed all over my table...how can it be MORE cup of coffee with crafts and fashion? haha...at least my table is super clean at the moment ;)<br /><br />But yes, it is a beautiful spring day...<br /><br />Daffodils are growing almost in every corner of our garden...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/spring09-1.jpg"><br /><br />Our bunny Cappuchino is enjoying the sun as well...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/spring09-2.jpg"><br /><br />Dogs are running and playing like crazy :)<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/spring09-3.jpg"><br /><br />And only Chicka is being lazy once again and sitting with my son Daniel LOL<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/spring09-4.jpg">MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-35713002720031585152009-04-01T02:02:00.000-07:002009-04-01T02:04:53.422-07:00Last sketchesLast sketches for the summer collectino 2009 are finally done :) Thank you so much for your ideas and input and emails! I took some of your advice and tried to incorporate several new colors. I still try to keep it gentle because Belgium mode colors are sadly very plain...<br /><br />So here they are, I hope you like them :)<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifecollection5sm.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifecollection6sm.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifecollection7sm.jpg"><br /><br />And of course some 1st of April fun will be posted later ;)MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-48672616211952030292009-03-31T01:10:00.000-07:002009-03-31T01:12:15.147-07:00Want to help me to pick up the colors? :)I have 3 new designs for my collection in the work... still in a sketch black and white variation. Want to help me to pick up the colors? :) Which one is your favorite?<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifesketch5.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifesketch6.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifesketch7.jpg">MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-43792364801394519572009-03-31T00:25:00.000-07:002009-03-31T00:32:26.225-07:00New items in the shopIf you didnt had a chance yet to visit my Etsy shop this week, thank you may be should ;) I have just added several new clothing designs there including fashion design sketches....<br /><br />http://MashenkaFashion.etsy.com<br /><br />What is there new you may ask?<br /><br />First of all...CUSTOMISE YOUR COAT...the wonderful warm vest that you can customise yourself by your request...buttons, lenght, application :) just go wild! LOL<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.63548917.jpg"><br /><br />Retro big collar pullover....such a great trico fabric!<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.63550043.jpg"><br /><br />And open shoulders dress....it sits completely different on a human body LOL but on this "doll" it really doesnt show...<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.63714657.jpg">MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-68974890519344368522009-03-30T04:58:00.000-07:002009-03-30T05:24:18.528-07:00Happy Housewife collection SUMMER 2009When I was searching for inspiration for my new summer collection 2009 I knew what direction it was going to take. I feel such a nostalgical feeling when I think about 1940's, it is almost like I was living than once before. I was scrolling through 40's fashion and house commercials and I could finally see a "red thread" of designs coming through...<br /><br />So I hope you like the result :), this is only two sketches of the many coming...<br /><br /><strong>Inspiration:</strong><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifeinspiration.jpg"><br /><br /><strong>And two designs:</strong><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifecollection1sm.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/happyhousewifecollection2sm.jpg"><br /><br />If you would like to have one of the collection designs made exactly by your size - please contact me to info@elfies-world.com.<br /><br />Both of the sketches are availiable here in my Etsy shop:<br /><br />http://MashenkaFashion.etsy.comMaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-25469469881786957312009-03-29T12:00:00.000-07:002009-03-29T12:08:15.227-07:00Featuring Etsy creative people - part 2And of course here is a second part about wonderful creative Etsy folks....<br /><br />Lets talk a walk...<br /><br /><strong>YONPLI</strong><br /><br />http://yonpli.etsy.com<br /><br />I love mosaics, they always seems to be as a big cloud of colorful butterflies creating something amazing. And if you would like to see some wonderful examples of this colorful perfection of mosaic you definately should visit Beth's shop.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.45053288.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.30363224.jpg"><br /><br />Beth writes about herself:<br /><br />"Yonpli Mosaics is a one woman mosaic shop. I started mosaics several years ago because of a wine bottle problem. I have always loved glass and just couldn't bring myself to toss a bunch of wine bottles in different colors. Hoping to make something with them, I started researching what I could do and discovered mosaics. I then quickly discovered much better glass for mosaics, high quality Italian vitreous glass, so those wine bottles never got used - but I did manage to recycle them finally. Now I enjoy exploring the many aspects of glass in my work, from the different sheens and finishes to shapes I can break it into and lay it out in to, of course, the many beautiful colors it comes in."<br /><br /><strong>LONDICREATIONS</strong><br /><br />http://londicreations.etsy.com<br /><br />When I first time visited Londi's shop I was amazed how unique was her creations. I could never imagine that something so beautiful can be created of simple zipper and wool. Take a look and I promise you will not be dissapointed!<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.63244283.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.63239801.jpg"><br /><br />Londi writes about herself:<br /><br />"Hi my name is Londi. I'm orginally from the U.S and I'm presently living in France.<br />I'm a third generation jeweler (by trade) experenced working with precious metal, stones, as well as designing, carving and finishing. For the last few years I've enjoyed felting, sewing, making jewelry, and my hand-made X-mas bulbs. I'm inspired by nature, lighting, flowers, children, anything from a rock, to a grain of sand...a piece of gold, to a piece of glitter!<br />I love working with color, texture, all art mediums in every way, shape and form!<br />I love to mix the old with the new. Precious metal, semi-precious stones, vintage, buttons, lace, wool, zippers, well you'll see, the list goes on!<br />So whatever your stlye, Romantic, Visionary, Adventures, Contemporary, or just fun Art Jewelry, you will find it here!"MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-53139309235507213432009-03-28T02:49:00.000-07:002009-03-28T03:11:39.281-07:00Featured spot for Etsy creative people - part 1And this is our second weekend of features. I enjoy it so much! Looking around at wojnderful creations, reading intersting bios and of course meeting a new people! So happy to see you here on my blog as well, welcome! <br /><br />If you would like to speread the word to help the fols out - please do so! I will be so happy to see this feature mentioned on the other blogs as well.<br /><br /><strong>HOT DIGITAL DOG</strong><br /><br />http://HotDigitalDog.etsy.com<br /><br />Cindy has such a funky creations I end up spending a long time in her shop. Her pet portrets are adorable! I hardly could pick up a favorite because I loved them all!<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.58832887.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.55826730.jpg"><br /><br />Cindy writes about herself:<br /><br />"I'm a photographer/graphic artist who is delighted to have figured out how to combine two of my passions - collecting old photos and (seemingly) collecting pets. I have been a photographer/graphic designer for 20 years, and Photoshop user oh, er - I mean costume maker, for about 14 years. I've also been an animal lover all my life and I go to the animal shelters once a week to take photos of adoptable animals for the newspaper. Some of those animals are seen here, but only the ones that were eventually adopted.<br /><br />I live in the Deep South, USA not far from where Flannery O'Connor fed her peacocks. I have eight cats, three dogs, two fish and one husband."<br /><br /><strong>PRIMITIVE PAINTER</strong><br /><br />http://primitivepainter.etsy.com<br /><br /><br />If you love cozy, warm colored and country feel home decor than you should definately visit a Terry's shop. All the things are lovingly hand painted and look wonderful.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.61446632.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.47330960.jpg"><br /><br />Terry writes:<br /><br />"I was born in Boston Mass. I now live in New Hampshire but have lived all over, including Colorado(my true home at heart) and Maine. I have raised three successful contributing children all of whom I am extremely proud of.<br />I love to design and paint functional home decor. If it does not have a function I am not interested. I believe very strongly in purchasing Made in the USA whenever possible."<br /><br /><strong>HOLLYROCKS</strong><br /><br />http://Hollyrocks.etsy.com<br /><br />Holly's shop gives me such a funky and fresh feel. I like bold colors and very happy jewelry creations she has there. Are you all about fresh, young and strong? Than you definately need to visit because Holly is definately rocks ;).<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.53546582.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.37295591.jpg"><br /><br />She writes about herself:<br /><br />"I am going to school to be a teacher, I am planning to teach middle school because I have a passion for working with adolescents. My etsy shop is something I do on the side to keep me busy when I get a free minute away from my school work. I've been crafting since I was a little girl, and it became a hobby that just stuck with me into adulthood. "MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-27032766848168038752009-03-27T04:29:00.000-07:002009-03-27T04:38:52.183-07:00Busy creating new collectionWhile waiting for the reply from the buisness organisation about the loan I requested for opening a shop/atelier (please keep your fingers crossed for me!) I am busy with creating a line for a new collection. I guess I would like to concentrate on Spring/Summer 2009 and Autumn/Winter 2009-2010.<br /><br />Loads of ideas, loads of sketches. Trying to fit and to follow the brands, colors and lines and to remember the most important - "what you like mostly dont sells" LOL...crazy but very true.<br /><br />So fitting the line in the Belgium/Europe standarts will be the most important task....<br /><br />And for now just sharing some sketches from in between....very rough sketches...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/redskirtandjaketsm.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/flowerdotwhiteblackdresssm.jpg"><br /><br />And just to remind you that I have a great feature for the most creative Etsy members this weekend as usual, so dont forget to come by!MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-14496152017480112172009-03-26T05:27:00.001-07:002009-03-26T05:31:14.066-07:00Valentin JudashkinJust a small portion of fashion for you from the wonderful russian designer Valentin Judashkin....new spring-autumn collection...<br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3473/3373996698_df68d75920_o.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3555/3373180991_54a33d9dbf_o.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3373997790_8a650e33e2_o.jpg"><br /><br />Photos from: http://www.osinka.ruMaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-50700782360372481892009-03-26T01:07:00.000-07:002009-03-26T01:18:53.191-07:00Sewing day....It is finally stay at home time when I can go ahead with my sewing projects. Busy with several things at the same time as usual - small leather type keychain bags which will be availiable this weekend on the Etsy, several summer dresses, yep, summer is coming closer and closer :) and of course new patterns.<br /><br />Weather is still grey and rainy and our car decided to break down in the middle of the road yesterday...fun fun fun....especially when it is the end of the month....and especially when money comes in only after 1 of the next one...LOL and even more especially when you also need to buy a food HAHAHA....talking about things in the right timing ;) is Mercury retrograde again? LOL<br /><br />Was looking yesterday at my cats and kids and had to make this photo...our cats are always trying to participate in EVERYTHING, even when kids are playing Nintendo :)<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/catsnintendo.jpg">MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-21907453548184186452009-03-23T10:26:00.000-07:002009-03-23T10:33:09.021-07:00Pillows, jumpers, sun and rainWeekend was wonderful. Its like summer showed for a second with almot 18 degrees and non stop sun and than it was gone and we have a rainy and gloomy day today. <br /><br />But while being most of the time outside in the weekend (replanting loads of plants and flowers to the new place) I still managed to make something and even to put it in my Etsy.<br /><br />You know, when I was a little kid I always thought it could be so cool to have a room with loads of pillows...well, I guess its what playing a big part of the inspiration at the moment haha...So yeah, here we go with a pillows again.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.62594589.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.62594619.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.62595330.jpg"><br /><br />There are much more and they are all added to my Etsy...<br /><br />And here is two jumpers that I liked so much to make :) Melody is playing a little model for me...<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.62593795.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.62593862.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.62603990.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.62603942.jpg">MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-66520776597670902652009-03-22T04:03:00.000-07:002009-03-22T04:13:52.574-07:00Featured spot for Etsy creative people - 2 partI hope you had a chance yesterday to come over and to visit 3 wonderful Etsy members and their creations. If you did - please let them know what you liked the most because isnt it the best to share something nice and to cheer somebody up?<br /><br />Today we have two more wonderful folks....<br /><br /><strong>SHASTADOLPHIN</strong><br /><br />http://shastadolphin.etsy.com<br /><br />The most adorable and so cozy looking hats! Each of them is special and I am sure they are incredibly comfortable to wear. Please notice that Jennifer is offering a FREE shipping!<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.61657300.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.60599381.jpg"><br /><br />Jennifer writes about herself:<br /><br />"I am a mother to a wonderful little girl, Amelia who just turned two. I work outside the home but just for another month then I will be home again with her as I am missing her dearly. I am trying to get this etsy thing going to bring in a little money. My husband was layed off and is going back to school in September, so every little bit will help. I enjoy crocheting, sewing and making hairbows"<br /><br />BRIGABAUBLE<br /><br />http://brigabauble.etsy.com<br /><br />I am completely in love with Brig's jewelry creations. Combination of colors and wonderful vintage feel to each peace make me want to buy them all LOL<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.62293806.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.62284826.jpg"><br /><br />Brig writing about herself:<br /><br />"MY SHOP, BrigaBauble http://www.BrigaBauble.etsy.com<br />I sell my handmade jewelry and rosaries (Catholic and Anglican) in my Etsy shop BrigaBauble (http://www.BrigaBauble.etsy.com). My jewelry style ranges from the funky to the sublime. My customers range in age from their mid-20s to their early 60s (at least the ones I meet face-to-face do). I love bright colors and neutral colors and I hunt down sales on materials so I can turn the savings over to my customers.<br /><br />ME<br />My parents met at a ball in Vienna when my mom was getting in touch with her Austrian roots and my Austrian dad was getting in touch with his future American roots. ha ha. I lived and worked in Prague for two years (my dad's family is Czech and Austrian) and my dream is to be a full-time jewelry designer and crafter, living just about anywhere in Austria. I'm an introvert with extrovert tendencies who works full-time as an editor/writer for a national philanthropic collaborative. "MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-8651204160040875742009-03-21T08:48:00.000-07:002009-03-21T09:14:53.769-07:00Featured spot for Etsy creative people - 1 partWhen I decided to open a blog I knew I would like to help out to other creative folks. After being in art buisness so long I knew how tough it can be to get through and how important it is for us...So I will be featuring fellow Etsy members every weekend..<br /><br />You know what I enjoyed the most? Reading the short bios that members are sent me. It is so wonderful to know the real person behind the beautiful creation.<br /><br />Please dont forget to post about this feature in your blogs. Lets help each other and share the invitation to special shops of very creative people.<br /><br />.....cutting the red ribbon....<br /><br /><strong>SIMPLE WHIMSEY</strong><br /><br />http://simplewhimsey.etsy.com<br /><br />Wonderful custom fabric banners that gave me such a cozy feeling!<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.61019139.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.55363440.jpg"><br /><br />Kristen writes about herself:<br /><br />"I grew up in San Francisco, CA and now live in the Sierra Foothills with my husband and two boys (ages 9 and 11) who keep me incredibly busy. <br /><br />I've always liked crafting and grew up in a home with sewers. Oddly I never learned to sew until after my son was born. My sister who has taught pattern making and worked for Nike and Addidas said, "I'm teaching you how to sew, we'll make a pillow." Then it went to quilting and now I'm making fun little fabric banners with sayings. I have got several requests for personalized banners and even fun events. <br /><br />I bet my sister never guessed 10 years later I would have a collections of fabric that is billowing out of the closet were it is all color coded in piles. I love looking at my fabric it makes me smile and inspires me. Fabric stores are a dangerous place for me ~ to many choices I want it all ♥ <br /><br />Now I just need to find more time in the day for everything."<br /><br /><strong>DANALAYMON</strong><br /><br />http://DanaLaymon.etsy.com<br /><br />Dana has a gorgeous photography. I was wondering through her shop and feeling such a range of emotions...each of them was speacing a special story...<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.55827187.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.55101932.jpg"><br /><br />Dana writes about herself:<br /><br />"Well I live in Wilmington, NC with my husband. I have a full time job at a pharmaceutical company but do weddings and portraits on the side. I really want to do photography full time- that is my dream! I'm hoping Etsy will give me some exposure and extra money but we'll see :) I have taken some photo classes mostly for darkroom development and everthing else i learned on my own. I'm working on my own website at the moment and can't wait to get the word out that it's done! It will hopefully drive a lot of people to etsy too. I have a lot of different photographic styles. I like to use digital and film and love abstracts and landscapes and people! I hope people feel like my shop is cohessive because I just post the things i love :) <br /><br />I'm on twitter: <a href="www.twitter.com/danalaymon"></a> and my website is <a href="www.danalaymon.com"></a>thanks!"<br /><br /><strong>BLUE BOX STUDIO</strong><br /><br />http://BlueBoxStudio.etsy.com<br /><br />I never imagined that sea glass can be so incredibly beautiful. Jewelry made by Sue is almost glowing from inside and it is so incredibly special.<br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.60541524.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.32590169.jpg"><br /><br />Sue writes about herself:<br /><br />"I’m Sue Harris and I work from my garden studio, selling my work as ‘Blue Box Studio’. I live in the beautiful Victorian seaside town of Clevedon in North Somerset, England, famous for having oldest purpose-built, continually operating cinema in the world. The Curzon’s original building opened in 1912 and films have been presented on this site ever since. We also have a wonderful Victorian pier that was, I believe, made from some spare bits of metal from one of Brunel's projects, but don't quote me on that.<br /><br />I work in several disciples, working with textiles and making jewellery. <br /><br />My jewellery is made predominantly from sea, or beach, glass – most of which my husband and I collect from beaches found on our travels – and sterling silver. Using the beauty of the found material, smooth and frosted by the movement of the waves and sand and unaltered except for drilling and mounting, I make necklaces and earrings, cuff links, mirrors, and bottle stoppers. I also collect far more sea glass than I can use or store, so offer this for sale to other collectors in order to fund purchase of more unusual colours that I can’t find in my part of the UK. <br /><br />When I’m not working with sea glass I’m busy with textiles. I have always loved beautiful fabrics and a chance purchase of a book on Shibori dyeing at a particularly quiet craft fair led to me developing my interest further. I now use this ancient Japanese technique to make silk and velvet scarves as well as linings for the range of framed bags I am currently developing. I also make scarves and tote bags from velvet and designer fabrics, colouring and texturing these with devoré, batik, hand and screen printed techniques. I am always experimenting for ways to make something a little different.<br /><br />I had so many requests from customers wanting to make their own scarves that I now sell a kit to make a Shibori dyed scarf and run workshops in Shibori dyeing from my garden studio. A kit to make a devoré scarf will be released later this year, in time for North Somerset Arts Week open studio event from 1 – 10 May.<br /><br />My work is available from a few galleries around the UK and direct from me at craft fairs, my Etsy, Folksy and Misi shops. I also hope to have my own shop on my website www.blueboxstudio.co.uk in the next few months. Watch my blog, http://blue-box-studio.blogspot.com for developments.<br /><br />When I’m not in my workshop, I enjoy spending time in my newly formed garden, wandering along beautiful beaches looking for sea glass (it is addictive) and exploring both in the UK and abroad."MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-84043736201299514832009-03-20T02:54:00.000-07:002009-03-20T03:06:28.754-07:00Pillows, spring ans summer hatsIt is almost weekend! Weather is gorgeous outside and our garden is full with spring flowers. It gives me such a happy feeling. I missed warm weather and sun so very much.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/flowersspring.jpg"><br /><br />I had a chance finally to list two pretty pillows I made. I like how gentle and nostalgic they turned out :)<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/pillows2.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/rosespillow2.jpg"><br /><br />You can see them on sale here: http://MashenkaFashion.etsy.com<br /><br />And after making this funky kids summer hat I thought may be you will like a tutorial and a pattern? It is so fun to make!<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/summerhat.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/summerhat2.jpg"><br /><br />And dont forget - we have a wonderful features for a most creative folks this weekend!MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-36818568378404884782009-03-18T10:11:00.000-07:002009-03-18T10:24:55.924-07:00Cats cats catsWhile preparing things for the weekend sporlight I noticed one funny thing. My cats probably love sewing. Because every time I leave my sewing table for a second they try to lay on everything....new fabric, patterns, even pins and needles....LOL they steal my buttons and play with them around and they love my new soft velvet. Can you imagine how "happy" I am? Especially when trying to get all the pieces back together?<br /><br />But yes, I noticed that Maine coons are always there to participate. They will watch a TV with you, read a book, cook in a kitchen and even sit with a kids to play a Nintendo :)<br /><br />And yes, they are truly a "gentle giants" and the biggest sweethearts in the world...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/smudge.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/bigletienne.jpg">MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-38948982743013457862009-03-16T12:13:00.000-07:002009-03-16T12:29:29.480-07:00Small treasuresJust recieved a package full with a small treasures - cuts of fabric from 2.5" till 5" size....my hands are already itching to start - which will have to wait till the end of the week. Yep, I am still busy with a sewing course which is running from 8 am till 5 pm....so when I am home I practically dont have any time left.<br /><br />Here is tiny scrables of my heart/love related pieces.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.elfies-world.com/different/hearts.jpg"><br /><br />What do you like to make from a small fabric leftovers?<br /><br />I love small pillows, pouches and bags :)MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8400862223792495051.post-66433431785419780042009-03-16T02:34:00.000-07:002009-03-16T02:37:11.297-07:00Welcome to new friends!Welcome to all the new faces who is following our blog :) I hope you will enjoy your every visit and if you feel like saying hello and introducing yourself - please feel free to do so!<br /><br />I am starting with Featuring creative people from the next weekend - 21-22 of March. There are 5 great memebers that I will be talking about and you will be able to see their creations and their shops as well :) <br /><br />If you would like to be featured here - please send me a note via Etsy or email me with "Feature" in a topic to info@elfies-world.com and I will be happy to put you in avaliable spotlight.MaШenkahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04067456710901230851noreply@blogger.com3