Airstream Dreams

Safe and happy travels to everyone this summer!  :)

Row 1:
Who: Rachel Austin
What: "Lakeridge" Airstream Map Painting
Where: Portland, OR
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/129856499/lakeridge-original-map-painting-8-x-8

Who: Mandy Lynne Design
What: Vintage Airstream Print
Where: Springfield, MO
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/70201048/vintage-airstream

Who: Lisa Lee of Juella Designs
What: "Oh the places you'll go" Hand Stamped Aluminum Adjustable Band Ring
Where: Redding, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/98346013/oh-the-places-youll-go-hand-stamped

Who: Chantal deFelice
What: "Gladys" 4x5 Print Mounted on Wood
Where: San Clemente, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/69358041/gladys-4x5-print-mounted-on-wood


Row 2:
Who: robYn of Lick.a.bee
What: Hand Drawn Camper Necklace
Where: Rockford, IL
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/128957388/hand-drawn-caravan-camper-charm-necklace

Who: Gracie B of Betwixxt
What: "Home is Wherever I'm With You" Airstream Mug
Where: Alvarado, TX
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/97559108/home-is-wherever-im-with-you-sweet-air

Who:  Jessica Rose of vol25
What: "Remember Happiness" Print
Where: Prosser, WA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/16506595/remember-happiness-choose-your-color

Who: Emily of Hartland Brooklyn Card Co
What: "Roll With Me" Airstream Blank Card
Where: Brooklyn, NY
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/117462279/roll-with-me-airstream-blank-card


Row 3:
Who: Alan Peters of Jupiter Visual
What: "To Live Is To Ride" Digital Print
Where: Boulder, CO
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/121790357/to-live-is-to-ride

Who: Amanda of The Wandering Threads
What: Hand Embroidery Hoop Art- Airstream & Palm Tree
Where: Everywhere
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/124208139/hand-embroidery-hoop-art-airstream-palm

Who: Chantal deFelice
What: "Dot's" Print
Where: San Clemente, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/72893486/dots-8x10-print

Who: Robot Luv
What: Airstream Onesie
Where: Lincoln, NE
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/45538130/airstream-onesie


Row 4:
Who: Robot Luv
What: Robots Camping Card
Where: Lincoln, NE
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/63904296/robots-camping-card

Who: Marie Crouchet and Alexis Berry of MA Graphics
What: "My Happy Place" Camper Ladies V-neck
Where: Seattle, WA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/81678659/my-happy-place-camper-ladies-vneck

Who: Kim Hayes of Two Girls and a Trailer
What: "Think Love" Elephant and Airstream Linocut Print
Where: St Louis, MO
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/117420614/think-love-elephant-and-airstream

Who: Rachel Austin
What: "Lake City" Notecard
Where: Portland, OR
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/113912026/lake-city-single-notecard

Carefree and Colorful

Who: Elina Lorenz
What: Original Art and Prints, Wearable Art and Jewelry
Where: Princeton, NJ
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/sublimecolors
http://www.sublime-colors.com/sublime-colors/Gallery.html
Why: No fear of color here!  :)

Metal Magically Springing to Life!

Who: Deborah Kracht of ArtHead Studio
What: Mixed Media Art
Where: Palmer, MA
Web: http://www.artheadstudio.com/index.html
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtHeadStudio
Why: Junkyard Dogs, Babybots, Metalheads...Deborah gives a crazycool and colorful new life to found and recycled materials...love her magical imagination!

Birds and Swirls

Who: Vickie Hallmark
What: Handcrafted Jewelry
Where: Austin, TX
Web: http://www.vickiehallmark.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/vickiehallmark
Why: Supertalented artist! Lovely jewels and beads, inspired illustrations and award-winning quilts colorfully animated by birds, swirls, leaves and trees. All painstakingly crafted and beautiful!  :)

Peace on the Pacific Coast

Who: Kathleen Faulkner
What: Pastels, Prints, Shadowboxes and Jewelry
Where: Anacortes WA
Web: http://kathleenfaulkner.blogspot.com/
Why: Quietly beautiful work.  :)

Fine Art Felines

In honor of International Cheetah Day...

Who: Paola Bari
What: Porcelain Painting
Where: Poughkeepsie, NY
Web: http://www.paolabari.com/index.html
Why: Gorgeous hand-painted porcelain pieces and 50% of the sales on this particular page will be donated to support Cheetah Conservation Fund programs...yay!

Wear It With Pride!

Celebrate World AIDS Day through the Handcrafted Arts!

Who: Heather Blacklock of Hacklock
What: Handcrafted Polymer Clay Jewelry
Where: Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/hacklock
Why: Heather transforms her LGBTQ compassion with brilliantly cheery rainbow-hued brooches...love 'em!

Who: Fredie Hernandez of FH Creations
What: Pride Jewelry and Commitment Rings
Where: New York, NY
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/FHCreations
http://www.fhcreations.com/home/
Why: An engraved sterling star pendant can help you treasure your commitment forever!

Who: Chrys of Pridemaille Designs
What: Customized Chainmaille Jewelry and Accessories
Where: Chino, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PridemailleDesigns
Why: Chrys' chainmaille is fabulous, and her sales help support Susan G. Komen Foundation, the Trevor Project, and AIDS Health Research...yay!

Who: Paula and Chris Jeanniton of Plantables & Paper
What: Eco-friendly Favors and Gifts
Where:  Newark Valley, NY
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PlantablesAndPaper
Why: Spread your unconditional love with "GROW PRIDE" rainbow seed bombs...includes Coneflowers, Poppies and Sweet Alyssum!

Who: Muriel of mu joyas
What: Urban and contemporary jewelry design in Silver
Where: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/mujoyas
Why: Muriel's "Girls in Love" Slider Pendant is just swooningly sweet!

Who:  Nicole Krecicki of Rainbow Alternative
What: Gay Lesbian LGBT T-shirts, Funny 80s T-shirts & Pop Art
Where: Philadelphia, PA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/rainbowalternative
Why: Nicole's Limited Edition "Take Care of Each Other" sweatshirts and tees are a supercool reminder of what really matters.  :)

A Tip of Your Hat to These Noble Birds

Who: Alice Tams of Birds in Hats
What: Cheeky Illustrations, Cards, Buttons, Magnets and Sundry Things
Where: London, England, UK
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/birdsinhats
http://birdsinhats.blogspot.com/
Why: Oh come on, if these sweet tweeters don't get you all twitterpated, then you're a shoe-in for this year's Grinch!  ;)

The Courage of Peace

Today is International Day for Tolerance, established in 1995 by the United Nations, to "encourage tolerance, respect, dialogue and cooperation among different cultures, civilizations and peoples". 

I'd say we could use a little of this everyday.  :)

Column 1:
Who: BirdznBeez
What: "One World" Locket Necklace
Where: Beautiful Midwest
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/86151107/silver-locket-necklace-silver-globe-one

Who: Michelle Caron of Caron Art Glass
What: "One World" Fused Glass Cabochon Key Ring
Where: Kaneohe Station, HI
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/97614449/key-ring-one-world-fused-glass-cabochon

Who: Kathie McCurdy
What: "One World Under The Stars" Print
Where: Akron, OH
Web: http://kathie-mccurdy.artistwebsites.com/featured/2-one-world-under-the-stars-kathie-mccurdy.html

Who: Liz Soll of Beading Nutritionist Jewelry
What: "One World" Cluster Station Bracelet
Where: San Francisco, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/44984284/one-world-cluster-station-bracelet-b156

Column 2:
Who: emmevielle
What: "One World" Denim Cuff Bracelet
Where: Downers Grove, IL
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/102199040/denim-cuff-bracelet-upcycled-blue-jean

Who: Tony Motto
What: "One Heart, One World" Wood Slat Flag
Where: The Woodlands
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/111208303/one-heart-one-world-wood-slat-flag

Who: Valerie of SunDrop Clips
What: "One World" Turquoise Ribbon Hair Clip Set
Where: San Diego, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/102733530/one-world-turquoise-set-ribbon-hair

Who: Nancy Tobin
What: "One World" Folk Art Quilt Print
Where: Maplewood, NJ
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/36860633/large-quilt-print-folk-art-tribal-floral

Column 3:
Who: Lisa of Under Her Charm
What: "One World" Sterling Silver and Amethyst Hand-stamped Necklace
Where: Berkeley, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/74435420/one-worldsterling-silver-hand-stamped

Who: Rachel Badeau of Moosup Valley Designs
What: "One World" Chief Seattle Giclee Print
Where: Warwick, RI
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/80530664/one-world-giglee-reproduction-print

Who: Coffee Shop
What: "One Mic One World" Vintage Microphone Print
Where: Near NYC
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/61936257/one-mic-one-world-vintage-microphone

Two on Tuesdays...Red or Blue?

Red ~ Row 1
Who: Garrett Keisling of Keisling Glasswürks
What: "Cherry Perfume Bottles" in Glass
Where: Nevada City, CA
Web: http://www.keislingglasswurks.com/Keisling_Glasswurks/Flameworked_Glass_Designs.html

Who: Gary Schott
What: "Strawberry Cheesecake - 310 Calories" Brooch
Where: San Antonio, TX
Web: http://www.garyschott.com/

Red ~ Row 2
Who: Joel Hunnicutt
What: "Open Segment Hollowform" Woodturned Vessel
Where: Siler City, NC
Web: http://www.joelhunnicutt.com/

Who: Donna Veverka
What: "Esther's Window" Garnet and Sterling Silver Pendant
Where: Boston, MA
Web: http://www.donnavjewelry.com/

Red ~ Row 3
Who: Tristyn Albright
What: "Some Like It Red Hot" Beaded Vessel
Where: York, PA
Web: http://www.tristynalbright.com/

Who: Amy Faust
What: "Lorelei Ring" in Sterling and Glass
Where: Oakland, CA
Web: http://www.amyfaust.com/

Blue ~ Row 1
Who: Tim Harding
What: "Sapphire Reflections" Fiber Wall Art
Where: Stillwater, MN
Web: http://www.timharding.com/th/index.html

Who: Daniel Slack of Cache La Pottery
What: Carved Spiral Bowl
Where: Livermore, CO
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CacheLaPottery

Blue ~ Row 2
Who: Andrea Anderson
What: Handwoven Wrap
Where: Farmington Hills, MI
Web: http://www.aahandwovens.com/

Who: Jess Wainer
What: "Lapis Teardrop Vase" in Glass
Where: Oakland, CA
Web: http://www.jesswainer.com/

Blue ~ Row 3
Who: Catherine Iskiw
What: "Oblique Ring" in Platinum with Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
Where: Brooklyn, NY
Web: http://www.catherineiskiw.com/index.html

Who: Nina Mann
What: "Loved and Treasured" Lapis Necklace
Where: Traverse City, MI
Web: http://www.ninamann.com/

Red or Blue...what would you choose?  :)

Creature Cuteitude

In honor of all things vegan and cruelty-free, and the glorious fun that is Vegan MoFo (Vegan Month of Food), I'll be featuring some fun and fabulous vegan artists throughout October! 

Who: Bianca Strom of ReLove Plan.et and Enstasy Designs and Alter-Eco Clothing
What: Printed Art, Accessories and Handcrafted Jewelry
Where: Nelson, BC, Canada
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ReLovePlanet
http://www.etsy.com/shop/EnstasyDesigns
http://www.etsy.com/shop/alterecoclothing
http://www.reloveplanet.com/
Why: A+++ for creative vegan cuteitude!

That wraps up a month of dazzling and darling vegan artistry...it's been fun getting to know so many new friends! Also a nice reminder to remember to buy with thoughtfulness, and to support kindness and compassion whenever you can. Many thanks to all you visitors...you are always welcome!

Happy Halloween and A Blessed Samhain! 

Flights of Fancy

In honor of all things vegan and cruelty-free, and the glorious fun that is Vegan MoFo (Vegan Month of Food), I'll be featuring some fun and fabulous vegan artists throughout October! 

Who: Ruth Norbury
What: Textile Art, Hand Embroidery, Handmade Cards and Amigurumi
Where: Swansea, Wales, UK
Web: http://www.ruthnorbury.com/
Why: Vivid threads perfectly placed conjure up all sorts of birds and beasts from curious sparrows to perky finches to serenely swimming seahorses. Ruth uses a variety of fibers, colors and techniques to create these gorgeous velvety wonders. And her crocheted critters are awfully cute too!

Who: Aimee Baldwin of Vegan Taxidermy
What: Crepe Paper Sculpture
Where: Berkeley, CA
Web: http://www.vegantaxidermy.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/VeganTaxidermy
Why: It's paper, people! Paper! Aimee's work just tumbles me over with its meticulously remarkable craftsmanship. I love these feisty feathered friends!  :)

Happy Halloween and A Blessed Samhain!

Nerdy Bears and Space Cats

In honor of all things vegan and cruelty-free, and the glorious fun that is Vegan MoFo (Vegan Month of Food), I'll be featuring some fun and fabulous vegan artists throughout October!

Who: Michelle Cavigliano of My Zoetrope

What: Printed Art, Accessories and Handcrafted Plush
Where: Brooklyn, NY
Web: http://www.myzoetrope.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyZoetrope
Why: I want to hug each and every sweet little Zoetropian.  :)

The Imagination Collector

In honor of all things vegan and cruelty-free, and the glorious fun that is Vegan MoFo (Vegan Month of Food), I'll be featuring some fun and fabulous vegan artists throughout October!

Who: Lisa Congdon
What: Illustration and Fine Art
Where: San Francisco, CA
Web: http://www.lisacongdon.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lisacongdon
Why: Feisty and fabulously talented, Lisa's work runs the gamut from paintings to pattern creation to hand-drawn illustration and even a jewelry piece now and then. Her colorific images are whimsy-filled and swirling with imagination! Lisa is also a collector of many things quirky and crazycool, and has documented it all in A Collection a Day...a superfascinating glimpse into her fantastical world. I admire her ginormous spirit and creativity, as well as her non-stop artistic energy!  :)

A Happy Harvest

In honor of all things vegan and cruelty-free, and the glorious fun that is Vegan MoFo (Vegan Month of Food), I'll be featuring some fun and fabulous vegan artists throughout October!

Who: Jaime Shively of Crinoline Shop
What: Handcrafted Plush
Where: Whitehall, PA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CrinolineShop
http://crinolineshop.wordpress.com/
Why: Jaime is slowly transmogrifying into a full-fledged vegan...yay! That includes now using felt from 100% recycled plastic bottles (no wool!) and soy based paints for her happy harvest of fruits and veggies and boisterous blocks o' tofu. Hop over and visit and give her some vegan love!  :)

Two on Tuesdays...I Spy Pandas and Pirates!

In honor of all things vegan and cruelty-free, and the glorious fun that is Vegan MoFo (Vegan Month of Food), I'll be featuring some fun and fabulous vegan artists throughout October!

Who: Kala Hotakainen of Vegancraftastic
What: Handmade Bags, Accessories, Pins, Jewelry and Craft Patterns
Where: Saint Paul, MN
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Vegancraftastic
http://www.ravelry.com/designers/kala-hotakainen
Why: Because those little baby pandas charmed my pants off!  :)

Who: Lisa Coulson of Panda With Cookie
What: Handcrafted Plush, Prints, Ornaments and Wearables
Where: Portland, OR
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/pandawithcookie
http://pandawithcookie.blogspot.com/
Why: Because everyone needs a little pirate in their life.  ;)

Handles and Hinges

Who: Kimberly Nogueira
What: Contemporary Studio Jewelry
Where: St. John, VI
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/kimberlynogueira
http://www.kimberlynogueira.com/
Why: Loads of texture from hammered bi-metal bracelets to engraved bands and cast bunnies and velvety rich colors in gems like Jasper and Turquoise make for so very likable jewels. Above and beyond these trinkets and treasures are Kimberly's marvelous mechanical ornaments for the body...you must check out her website to view the zoom shots and discover so many supercool details. I'm absolutely enchanted by all the little handles and hinges and flourishes and fonts!

Artists in Harmony

Who: Tim Clark and Linda MacMichael of Elk Fork Studios
What: Handcrafted Fine Art Bags, Accessories and Wallpieces
Where: South Burnsville, NC
Web: http://www.elkforkstudios.com/index.html
Why: Linda's exquisite bags are meticulously crafted, featuring superbly woven straps by Tim, as well as custom-made elements by accomplished metalsmiths. Tim uses variations of a finely-detailed ancient Japanese braiding technique called Kumihimo. To watch both of them work is a study in patience, integrity, seamless creative collaboration and a shared sense of humor! Delightful designs!

Whirled Peace

International Day of Peace ~ September 21st

In today’s world, peace needs to be more than just a word.
Imagine…  millions of pinwheels spinning in the wind – pinwheels in the United States, Great Britain, South America, Australia, the Middle East, Canada,  Africa, Europe and Asia;  pinwheels all over the world! – big pinwheels, small pinwheels;  pinwheels of all  shapes and sizes – colorful pinwheels, decorated with drawings, paintings, collages, photographs  – pinwheels with words of peace and harmony written on them – fields of pinwheels, pinwheels along roadsides, in schoolyards, in parks, pinwheels EVERYWHERE! 
This is the Pinwheels for Peace project!

Celebrate the International Day of Peace! Make pinwheels and plant them in your yard, pass pinwheels on to friends, lovers and unsuspecting strangers, host a pinwheel party, bake some yumful pinwheels and of course, wear them...here are some wondrous whirlers to start you off!

Column 1
Who: Derek and Peizhu of MXM Jewelry
What: Tiny Pinwheel (Windmill) Necklace
Where: Oakland, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/59241105/tiny-pinwheel-windmill-necklace

Who: Laura of Crane's Quilts
What: "Let's Take a Whirl" Quilt
Where: Portland, OR
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/105531194/lets-take-a-whirl-quilt

Who: Bonny Royce Art Studio
What: "Play Date For Pinweel" Painted Floor Canvas
Where: Santa Cruz, CA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/107775084/play-date-for-pinwheel-36x57-floor

Who: Lisa Salsbury of Willow and Me
What: Pinwheel Spinner Ring in Fine Silver
Where: Ellsworth, Hancock County, ME
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/57159060/pinwheel-ring-spinner-ring-in-fine

Column 2
Who: Gillian of PingWynny
What: "Carnival" Patchwork Quilt
Where: Newport, Wales, UK
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/82087028/patchwork-quilt-carnival-by-pingwynny

Who: Grecha
What: Handmade Hooded Sweater Coat with Grey and Green Pinwheel Design
Where: Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/104939886/sweater-coat-multicolor-size-s-m-us-size

Who: Caitlin of Blue Dot Jewelry
What: Pure Silver Pinwheel Earrings
Where: Brooklyn, NY
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/96486329/pure-silver-pinwheel-earrings

Who:  Char Russell of Tabitha Quilts
What: Pinwheels, Fans and Delectable Mountains Quilt in Blue, Purple, Teal & Turquoise
Where: Clinton, MA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/99237074/large-quilt-in-bpt-blue-purple-teal

Column 3
Who: Grecha
What: Handmade Hooded Sweater Coat with Purple and Pink Pinwheel Design
Where: Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/104927665/sweater-coat-purple-size-m-l-us-size-8

Who: Caitlin of Blue Dot Jewelry
What: Pure Silver Daisy Pinwheel Necklace
Where: Brooklyn, NY
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/85078898/pure-silver-daisy-pinwheel-necklace

Who: Karyn Kraft and The Ladies Collective of Lazy Lion Quilts
What: "Pinwheels No.6" African Quilt
Where: Mill Valley, CA/Mfuwe, Zambia
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/63860968/african-quilt-pinwheels-no6

Who: californiafairytales
What: Vintage Handmade Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet by Chicago Artist Anna Halasi
Where: San Francisco, CA
Web: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-American-Modern-Modernist-Anna-Halasi-Cuff-Bracelet-Sterling-Silver-/170907383827

Column 4
Who: Francine Ruth
What: Pinwheel Earrings, Etched Sterling Silver and 22K Gold Bi-metal
Where: Cleveland, OH
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/109038540/pinwheel-earring-etched-sterling-silver

Who: Char Russell of Tabitha Quilts
What: Pinwheels Quilted Coat in Blue, Purple & Turquoise
Where: Clinton, MA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/98641175/blues-purples-turquoise-pinwheels

Who: Ginger Wankewycz of Ginger Folds & Fine Arts
What: Silver Origami Knot Pendant
Where: Cleveland, OH
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/88255885/silver-origami-knot-pendant

Who: Grecha
What: Handmade Hooded Sweater Coat with Cream and Blue Pinwheel Design
Where: Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium
Web: http://www.etsy.com/listing/104934997/sweater-coat-blue-cream-and-gray-size-l

Two on Tuesdays...Beadliscious Beauties!

Who: Dana Evans of Stone Addict Jewelry
What: Handcrafted Jewelry and Gem Cutting
Where: Lorton, VA
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/stoneaddict
Why: Fun and fancy color-driven, pattern-dappled designs derived from Opals, Turquoise, and multitudes of beads!

Who: Molly Murphy-Adams of Native Couture
What: Contemporary Sculptural Beadwork Designs
Where: Tulsa, OK
Web: http://www.etsy.com/shop/NativeCouture
http://www.lovettsgallery.com/artists/artist.asp?ArtistID=113
Why: Beaded detail taken to new dimensions by a dedicated, sensitive and delightful artist! Check out her interview videos on the gallery site. She's articulate about her art and kind of a hoot too...the girl's got a blooper reel!  :)