Etsy Shop for Thistlecraft

Joy to the World Angel - Handpainted Stained Glass Style Suncatcher

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:10:05 -0500

$45.00
This beautiful angel is handpainted in a stained glass style. Her gown is snow white, her wings are metalic gold, her bow is a lovely Christmas red, and her banner is a vibrant blue with the phrase "Joy to the World" (a message for the whole year, not just at Christmas!) which has been buffed in metalic gold. To add to the elegance of this painting, the background has been etched and a very fine gold glitter applied.

The design on the glass measures 11" x 16.5" inside a brown wooden frame with a sawtooth hanger on the back to allow this painting to either be hung on a wall or displayed on an easel in front of candles.

My handpainted glass items are created to have the look of stained glass. I use a liquid leading paint to outline my designs, and then paint them with glass paints that are beautifully transparent when dry. Most of my paintings have chain hangers to encourage hanging them in windows (truly enhances their beauty!), but they can also be hung on walls. They can also be made without hangers to display on stands in front of small lights or candles.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail) is an additional $11.50 -- this includes both Insurance and Delivery Confirmation. If you would prefer that this item be shipped via UPS, please let me know at the time of purchase and I will send you a revised invoice.

I do combine shipping, so please ignore the "...if purchased with another item" information in my listings. It really does depend on the combination of items purchased as to what the shipping fee will be (I will charge exact shipping plus a nominal supplies fee, which is usually less than $1).

If you purchase multiple items from me or request different shipping services, please wait for your adusted invoice before completing payment.

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and other options.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Santa with Holly - Handpainted Stained Glass Style Suncatcher

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:10:05 -0500

$45.00
This wonderful Santa is handpainted in a stained glass style. He has beautiful blue eyes and rosy cheeks & nose. The jingle bell on his hat and the small star have been top-coated with gold glitter, and red and green glitter have been used to accent some of the holly leaves and berries. Iridescent glitter accents the fur on Santa's hat and cuffs, as well as creates the stars and dots on top of the background, which has been done in a frosted waterfall pattern. The design on the glass measures 11" x 14" inside a brown wooden frame with a sawtooth hanger on the back to allow this painting to either be hung on a wall or displayed on an easel in front of candles.

My handpainted glass items are created to have the look of stained glass. I use a liquid leading paint to outline my designs, and then paint them with glass paints that are beautifully transparent when dry. Most of my paintings have chain hangers to encourage hanging them in windows (truly enhances their beauty!), but they can also be hung on walls. They can also be made without hangers to display on stands in front of small lights or candles.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail) is an additional $11.50 -- this includes both Insurance and Delivery Confirmation. If you would prefer it to be shipped via UPS, please note this request in the Notes to Seller at time of purchase, and I will send you a revised invoice.

I do combine shipping, so please ignore the "...if purchased with another item" information in my listings. It really does depend on the combination of items purchased as to what the shipping fee will be (I will charge exact shipping plus a nominal supplies fee, which is usually less than $1).

If you purchase multiple items from me or request a different shipping service, please wait for your adusted invoice before completing payment.

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and other options.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Santa holding Christ Child - Handpainted Stained Glass Style Suncatcher

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:03:24 -0500

$40.00
"There comes a time when even fantasy must bow to reality."

I have always loved that saying, and while Santa is not bowing in this painting, he is holding the Greatest Gift of Christmas - the Christ Child himself! A very simple painting, with such an extraordinary message!

The handpainted design on glass measures 8" x 16" inside a brown wooden frame with a silver-colored chain (to match the fine silver glitter etched background) attached allowing this painting to be hung either in a window, on a door, or on a wall.

My handpainted glass items are created to have the look of stained glass. I use a liquid leading paint to outline my designs, and then paint them with glass paints that are beautifully transparent when dry. Most of my paintings have chain hangers to encourage hanging them in windows (truly enhances their beauty!), but they can also be hung on walls. They can also be made without hangers to display on stands in front of small lights or candles.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail) is an additional $11.50 -- this includes both Insurance and Delivery Confirmation. If you would prefer that this item be shipped via UPS, please let me know at the time of purchase and I will send you a revised invoice.

I do combine shipping, so please ignore the "...if purchased with another item" information in my listings. It really does depend on the combination of items purchased as to what the shipping fee will be (I will charge exact shipping plus a nominal supplies fee, which is usually less than $1).

If you purchase multiple items from me or request different shipping services, please wait for your adusted invoice before completing payment.

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and other options.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Butterfly Kisses - Long Skinny Scarf with Lots of Curls

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:03:24 -0500

$40.00
Keep your neck nice and warm with this bright and fun scarf! Or wrap it loosely around your neck for a one-of-a-kind accessory!

Scarf measures 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide by 92 inches (233.7 cm) long -- yep, more than 7.5 feet of fuzzy goodness!

But wait! These measurements don't include all those fun curls on the ends!!! Each curl is approximately 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) long, and they go up both sides of each end of the scarf for about 12 inches (30.5 cm) or so.

This scarf is crocheted using a plush fringed ribbon yarn, making it incredibly soft and fuzzy! The bright colors of the rainbow fade one to the next, but become mottled when crocheted together and softened by the short fringe.

Soft cuddly yarn, lots of fun curls, lovely bright colors - what could be better?!?!

Please note there will not be another scarf like this one! It is truly a one-of-a-kind.

NOTE: Accessories not included -- only the scarf is for sale!

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Specifics:

Yarn = 46% Polyamide, 27% Cotton, 27% Acrylic

Care = Hand wash in cold water, roll up in a towel to remove excess water, reshape and lay flat to air dry. Do not use chlorine bleach. Do not iron.

Created in a smoke-free home!

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $5.00

Insurance is an additional $1.70 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International-Package Rate):
Canada = $5.00
Mexico = $8.00
Everywhere Else = $10.00

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Garbage Pail Kids Topsy-Turvey Mini Journals - Just Give Me a Dozen

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:58:31 -0500

$15.00
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Purchase price is for TWELVE (12) Mini Journals
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I love garage sales and thrift shops -- they have so many treasures just waiting to be found!

Well, I found a bunch of Garbage Pail Kids trading cards not long ago at a thrift store. Wasn't sure what I was going to do with them at the time I bought them, but just knew I needed to buy them. Maybe it was because I remembered them when they originally came out, back in the 80's. They were designed to parody the very popular Cabbage Patch Kids, though these kids had some serious issues! Each sticker card featured a Garbage Pail Kid character, with some comical abnormality and/or suffering some terrible fate, and a humorous, word play-rich character name. Two (and sometimes three) versions of each card were produced, with variations featuring the same artwork but different character names.

OK, enough history. Here's what I finally decided to do with my stash of cards.....

I have created topsy-turvey journals. Again, a reference to something from my childhood. Topsy-turvey books were 2 books in one -- you read all the right-hand pages for one story, then flipped the book and again read all the right-hand pages for a second story. That's how these journals work. Start on either side and write only on the right-hand pages. When you're finished, flip the book and you've got a whole new journal waiting for you!

For this set, you will receive a random mix of 12 journals. They could be all Split Personalities, all Mismatched Cards, or a mix of both (have a preference? let me know!). The one in the picture is for ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY; you may or may not receive that journal. Journals have either pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, light blue, purple, brown, cream, or white pages. If you have a preference, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" section during checkout. However, other than page colors, journal type, and no duplicates in your set, there aren't any other preferences I can guarantee.

Journals are wire-bound, and measure 2.5 inches by 3.5 inches.

NOTE: These journals are NOT made with acid-free materials.

PS: I have LOTS more than what is indicated....need more than what's listed, just let me know!

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Created in a smoke-free home!
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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $3.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $4.00
Mexico = $6.50
Everywhere Else = $9.00

International Customers are responsible for all fees, taxes, and duties associated with shipping to their respective countries. Also, if you live in a country where USPS shipping regulations prevent me from sending this item to you, then I will cancel the sale and refund all monies paid.

Shipping can be combined on multiple purchases, so please ignore the secondary shipping information for this item! And, yes, I will combine shipping on items purchased from both this shop and my thistlestuff.etsy.com shop, if the purchases are made at the same time. Please see my Policies section for additional information.

Questions? Please feel free to contact me (see link at right).

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Garbage Pail Kids Topsy-Turvey Mini Journals - Mismatched Cards - Set of 4

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:10:22 -0400

$5.00
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Purchase price is for FOUR (4) Mini Journals
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I love garage sales and thrift shops -- they have so many treasures just waiting to be found!

Well, I found a bunch of Garbage Pail Kids trading cards not long ago at a thrift store. Wasn't sure what I was going to do with them at the time I bought them, but just knew I needed to buy them. Maybe it was because I remembered them when they originally came out, back in the 80's. They were designed to parody the very popular Cabbage Patch Kids, though these kids had some serious issues! Each sticker card featured a Garbage Pail Kid character, with some comical abnormality and/or suffering some terrible fate, and a humorous, word play-rich character name. Two (and sometimes three) versions of each card were produced, with variations featuring the same artwork but different character names.

OK, enough history. Here's what I finally decided to do with my stash of cards.....

I have created topsy-turvey journals. Again, a reference to something from my childhood. Topsy-turvey books were 2 books in one -- you read all the right-hand pages for one story, then flipped the book and again read all the right-hand pages for a second story. That's how these journals work. Start on either side and write only on the right-hand pages. When you're finished, flip the book and you've got a whole new journal waiting for you!

These journals are made with mismatched cards. I tried to put similar characters together, but if you are familiar with these cards, you know that's a pretty tough job!

You will receive a random mix of 4 Mismatched Cards journals. The one in the picture is for ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY; you may or may not receive that journal. Journals have either pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, light blue, purple, brown, cream, or white pages. If you have a preference, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" section during checkout. However, other than page colors and no duplicates in your set, there aren't any other preferences I can guarantee.

Journals are wire-bound, and measure 2.5 inches by 3.5 inches.

NOTE: These journals are NOT made with acid-free materials.

PS: I have LOTS more than what is indicated....need more than what's listed, just let me know!

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Created in a smoke-free home!
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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $2.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $2.00
Mexico = $3.00
Everywhere Else = $4.00

International Customers are responsible for all fees, taxes, and duties associated with shipping to their respective countries. Also, if you live in a country where USPS shipping regulations prevent me from sending this item to you, then I will cancel the sale and refund all monies paid.

Shipping can be combined on multiple purchases, so please ignore the secondary shipping information for this item! And, yes, I will combine shipping on items purchased from both this shop and my thistlestuff.etsy.com shop, if the purchases are made at the same time. Please see my Policies section for additional information.

Questions? Please feel free to contact me (see link at right).

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Garbage Pail Kids Topsy-Turvey Mini Journals - Split Personalities - Set of 4

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:29:33 -0400

$5.00
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Purchase price is for FOUR (4) Mini Journals
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I love garage sales and thrift shops -- they have so many treasures just waiting to be found!

Well, I found a bunch of Garbage Pail Kids trading cards not long ago at a thrift store. Wasn't sure what I was going to do with them at the time I bought them, but just knew I needed to buy them. Maybe it was because I remembered them when they originally came out, back in the 80's. They were designed to parody the very popular Cabbage Patch Kids, though these kids had some serious issues! Each sticker card featured a Garbage Pail Kid character, with some comical abnormality and/or suffering some terrible fate, and a humorous, word play-rich character name. Two (and sometimes three) versions of each card were produced, with variations featuring the same artwork but different character names.

OK, enough history. Here's what I finally decided to do with my stash of cards.....

I have created topsy-turvey journals. Again, a reference to something from my childhood. Topsy-turvey books were 2 books in one -- you read all the right-hand pages for one story, then flipped the book and again read all the right-hand pages for a second story. That's how these journals work. Start on either side and write only on the right-hand pages. When you're finished, flip the book and you've got a whole new journal waiting for you!

I sorted my stash of cards, and pulled out all cards for which I had 2 versions (as mentioned above, these cards have the same artwork but different names) and decided to call them my Split Personalities journals. :-)

You will receive a random mix of 4 Split Personalities. The one in the picture is for ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY; you may or may not receive that journal. Journals have either pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, light blue, purple, brown, cream, or white pages. If you have a preference, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" section during checkout. However, other than page colors and no duplicates in your set, there aren't any other preferences I can guarantee.

Journals are wire-bound, and measure 2.5 inches by 3.5 inches.

NOTE: These journals are NOT made with acid-free materials.

PS: I have LOTS more than what is indicated....need more than what's listed, just let me know!

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Created in a smoke-free home!
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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $2.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $2.00
Mexico = $3.00
Everywhere Else = $4.00

International Customers are responsible for all fees, taxes, and duties associated with shipping to their respective countries. Also, if you live in a country where USPS shipping regulations prevent me from sending this item to you, then I will cancel the sale and refund all monies paid.

Shipping can be combined on multiple purchases, so please ignore the secondary shipping information for this item! And, yes, I will combine shipping on items purchased from both this shop and my thistlestuff.etsy.com shop, if the purchases are made at the same time. Please see my Policies section for additional information.

Questions? Please feel free to contact me (see link at right).

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Castaway Gang Member - Custom Designed and Personalized

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:58:44 -0400

$10.00
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This is a CUSTOM listing -- the Castaway Gang member pictured is NOT for sale! Purchased Castaway Gang member will be designed and created specifically for you!!!
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I love to go to garage sales, and I kept noticing how many games and puzzles were in these sales, often with missing pieces. So, I started buying them, thinking one day, I'll know how to bring new life to these cast-off games and puzzles. And that lead to the creation of the Castaway Gang!

I will make some Gang members that can be personalized, but I would also like to design Gang members specifically for folks, incorporating things that are meaningful to them.

The Castaway Gang member pictured is Crafty Joanie. Her favorite color is green, and you just never know what she's going to be making next (thus the ? on her ruler). We found some of the marbles she's lost over the years (she raised 4 kids, after all!) and used them to make her legs. The domino used for her body is a double 6, representing both the 6 members of her family and that she was born on July 6th. Oh, and she loves to play Bingo -- no, she's not 56....but G is the initial of her maiden name. And about her lovely red hair -- well, her husband always wanted a red-haired, green-eyed girl....this was as close as we could get!

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NOTE: In the photos of Crafty Joanie, some of the glue is quite noticeable -- her photo shoot was done before she was completely dry, and I PROMISE all of her glue dried clear and is not nearly as noticeable as it is in these photos.
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You see, every Castaway Gang member has a story....and this listing is for me to build a custom designed and personalized Gang member for you telling your story (or the story of a loved one).

Here's how it works.....

Once you purchase this listing, I will send you a list of questions to be filled out with the recipient in mind (whether you are ordering one for yourself or for someone else). Questions will be things like male/female, favorite color, birthday & any other meaningful numbers, hobbies, favorite board games, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: I have a VERY limited amount of hair like that used on Crafty Joanie -- new members may have other types of hair, hats, etc.

As soon as I receive the completed questionnaire, I will get to work designing and building your Castaway Gang member. It takes me about 1 week to complete, and I will send a photo of the finished project for your approval. Once approved, your order will be nicely packaged and shipped.

Please be assured that all of my Castaway Gang members are truly one-of-a-kind creations and there will be never be another just like yours!!!

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ATTENTION: These are NOT intended to be toys, and are NOT intended for children under the age of 12!!!
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Created in a smoke-free home!
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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $5.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $5.00
Mexico = $8.00
Everywhere Else = $10.00

If these charges are more than $1 over the exact shipping charge, I will refund the overage.

International Customers are responsible for all fees, taxes, and duties associated with shipping to their respective countries. Also, if you live in a country where USPS shipping regulations prevent me from sending this item to you, then I will cancel the sale and refund all monies paid.

Shipping can be combined on multiple purchases! Please see my Profile section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping. And, yes, I will combine shipping on items purchased from both this shop and my thistlestuff.etsy.com shop, if the purchases are made at the same time. Questions? Please feel free to contact me (see link at right).

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Pocket Angels - Set of 6

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:57:04 -0400

$10.00
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Purchase price is for SIX Pocket Angels
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Carry a Pocket Angel with you to remind you of God's love for you and as an encouragement to pray for those you love. Since this is a set of 6, choose one each day that you need to focus on the most and carry that one with you, or share them with your loved ones.

With this set, each charm will have one of the following words of inspiration written on the back: Hope, Joy, Love, Courage, Strength, and Love -- see second photo. If you REALLY want a different set of words on your charms, let me know and I'll see what we can work out. :-)

Your Pocket Angels will be made AFTER purchase, and should take only a couple of days to complete.

These Pocket Angels are created using a photo featuring my "Golden Angel" faux stained glass painting and are double-coated with a protective sealer. Charms measure approximately 1.25 inches by 1 inch (2.5cm by 3cm)

**NOTE**
Main photo is blurry due to enlargement for listing. Charms will not have this problem. Also, last photo is the original photo of the "Golden Angel" painting on which these charms are based.

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Created in a smoke-free home!
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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $2.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $2.00
Mexico = $3.00
Everywhere Else = $4.00

International Customers are responsible for all fees, taxes, and duties associated with shipping to their respective countries. Also, if you live in a country where USPS shipping regulations prevent me from sending this item to you, then I will cancel the sale and refund all monies paid.

Shipping can be combined on multiple purchases! Please see my Profile section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping. And, yes, I will combine shipping on items purchased from both this shop and my thistlestuff.etsy.com shop, if the purchases are made at the same time. Questions? Please feel free to contact me (see link at right).

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Pocket Angels - Set of 2 with Free Personalization

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:57:53 -0400

$4.00
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Purchase price is for TWO Pocket Angels
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Carry a Pocket Angel with you to remind you of God's love for you and as an encouragement to pray for those you love.

With this set, you may have the backs of the charms personalized with your name and the name of a loved one. Or you may choose a word of inspiration, such as Hope, Joy, Love, Courage, Strength, Love, Mercy, Grace, etc. See second photo for examples.

Due to this personalization, your Pocket Angels will be made AFTER purchase, and should take only a couple of days to complete.

These Pocket Angels are created using a photo featuring my "Golden Angel" faux stained glass painting and are double-coated with a protective sealer. Charms measure approximately 1.25 inches by 1 inch (2.5cm by 3cm)

**NOTE**
Main photo is blurry due to enlargement for listing. Charms will not have this problem. Also, last photo is the original photo of the "Golden Angel" painting on which these charms are based.

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Created in a smoke-free home!
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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $2.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $2.00
Mexico = $3.00
Everywhere Else = $4.00

International Customers are responsible for all fees, taxes, and duties associated with shipping to their respective countries. Also, if you live in a country where USPS shipping regulations prevent me from sending this item to you, then I will cancel the sale and refund all monies paid.

Shipping can be combined on multiple purchases! Please see my Profile section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping. And, yes, I will combine shipping on items purchased from both this shop and my thistlestuff.etsy.com shop, if the purchases are made at the same time. Questions? Please feel free to contact me (see link at right).

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Custom Photo Charm Bracelet for Mom, Aunt, Grandma, etc

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:22:02 -0400

$40.00
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This is a CUSTOM listing -- the charm bracelets pictured are NOT for sale! Purchased bracelet will be made with YOUR photos.
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I LOVE to make custom family photo charm bracelets, perfect gifts for Moms, Aunts, Grandmothers, etc! Also great graduation gifts!

PS -- you can also create a charm bracelet of your favorite pets!!!

Here's how it works.....

You choose up to 4 photos you'd like to be made into charms. These photos can be scanned and e-mailed to me or, if they are were taken with a digital camera, then they can be e-mailed to me in that form (my e-mail address will be sent to you after purchase). All photos received must be in JPG form, and should be at least 3" by 5" in size. The higher the quality/clarity of your photos, the higher quality/clarity your charms will be. If you have questions about this, please feel free to contact me (link at right). In *rare* circumstances, original photos can be sent to me via standard mail and I will scan them and then return the originals to you.

Once the photos are received and approved, I will do my "magic" and create charms from the photos -- photos may be cropped in order to increase quality of charm. Charms can be personalized on the front (as the ones in the first photo) or back. Finally, charms will be double-coated with a protective sealer.

These charms can then be added to a bracelet as part of the chain (as shown in the first photo) or dangling from the chain as traditional charm bracelets (as shown in the second photo). Silver-tone chains and toggle clasps will be used unless specifically requested otherwise. Yes, I will build the bracelet to your desired length.

I realize these are a lot of choices, and you are more than welcome to convo me to discuss the various options. Just use the contact link at the right.

Need more than 4 charms? No problem! Additional charms can be made and added to your bracelet for $5 each -- just contact me, let me know how many photos you want on your bracelet, and I'll create a reserved listing for you with the adjusted price.

Once all the choices have been made and approved, it takes me about 1 week to make your bracelet. I will send a scan of the charms and a photo of the finished project for your approval. Once approved, your order will be nicely packaged and shipped.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (in a bubble envelope via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $3.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $3.00
Mexico = $5.00
Everywhere Else = $7.00

International Customers are responsible for all fees, taxes, and duties associated with shipping to their respective countries. Also, if you live in a country where USPS shipping regulations prevent me from sending this item to you, then I will cancel the sale and refund all monies paid.

Shipping can be combined on multiple purchases! Please see my Profile section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping. And, yes, I will combine shipping on items purchased from both this shop and my thistlestuff.etsy.com shop, if the purchases are made at the same time. Questions? Please feel free to contact me (see link at right).

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Custom Baby Afghan - Crocheted Blanket

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:54:37 -0400

$65.00
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This is a CUSTOM listing -- the afghan pictured is not for sale, though a similar one can be made if ordered. For clarification, the photo shows only one corner of the afghan. The entire afghan was approximately 36" square, plus the 3" picot edging. It was also made with a very soft boucle baby yarn -- very snuggly!
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I LOVE to make baby afghans, but much prefer to make them for specific babies rather than just make a random lot of afghans. So, I am listing this option for you to custom design your own baby afghan!

Here's how it works.....

The body of the afghan will be a granny square, and the edging can be anything from a simple single band to an elaborate picot edging as the one shown in the photo.

You get to choose the colors -- one for the body (granny square) and one for the edging. Yes, these can be the same if you'd like. You may choose solid colors or variegated colors, and you can choose to have the entire afghan made with the same yarn (ie: the example afghan in the photo was made entirely with a variegate yarn).

You get to choose the size -- most of my afghans tend to be around 36" square, but if you'd like something larger or smaller, please let me know.

Lastly, I will do my best to find yarns that fit your color requests that are both soft & snuggly AND machine wash/dry. I will NOT make a baby afghan with yarns that need to be hand washed/lay flat to dry unless specifically requested to do so (I do not find this a practical option for baby afghans).

When I receive your color choices, I will work to find yarns that best match your choices and will send you scans of the yarns for your approval. Once all the choices have been made and approved, it takes me about 1 week to make your afghan. I will again send a scan of the corner of the afghan (similar to the photo in this listing) for your approval. Once approved, afghan will be shipped.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $10.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping not available at this time -- however, if you are interested, please contact me (link at right), and I will determine the shipping rate based on your location. I apologize for this inconvenience.

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Glittery Christmas Star - Handpainted Stained Glass Style Suncatcher

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:01:52 -0400

$45.00
This sparkly Christmas Star design is handpainted in a stained glass style, using only glitter glass paints (gold, green, red, and iridescent). The resulting shimmering effects almost give life to this beautiful painting.

The design on the glass measures 10" x 13" inside a black wooden frame with a sawtooth hanger on the back to allow this painting to either be hung on a wall, a door, or displayed on an easel in front of a window or a candle or two.

My handpainted glass items are created to have the look of stained glass. I use a liquid leading paint to outline my designs, and then paint them with glass paints that are beautifully transparent when dry. Most of my paintings have chain hangers to encourage hanging them in windows (truly enhances their beauty!), but they can also be hung on walls. They can also be made without hangers to display on stands in front of small lights or candles.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail) is an additional $11.50 -- this includes both Insurance and Delivery Confirmation. If you would prefer that this item be shipped via UPS, please let me know at the time of purchase and I will send you a revised invoice.

I do combine shipping, so please ignore the "...if purchased with another item" information in my listings. It really does depend on the combination of items purchased as to what the shipping fee will be (I will charge exact shipping plus a nominal supplies fee, which is usually less than $1).

If you purchase multiple items from me or request different shipping services, please wait for your adusted invoice before completing payment.

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and other options.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Tickled Pink - Long Crochet Scarf Full of Curls

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 07:01:40 -0400

$45.00
This fun scarf will keep you nice and toasty and quite stylish at the same time!

Center base of scarf measures 1.5 inches (3.8cm) wide by approximately 66 inches (167.64cm) long -- yep, 5.5 feet of fuzzy goodness!

But wait! These measurements don't include all those fun curls!!! Each curl is approximately 2 inches (5.1cm) long, and they go all the way around the scarf, for a total of 137 curls! Also, these curls are crocheted onto the edge of the scarf -- not made separately and then tied on -- making them more secure.

Scarf is crocheted using a medium weight, small loop boucle yarn with an airy texture, making it incredibly soft and cuddly! The color name is Grenadine, but it is a dark fuschia.

Soft cuddly yarn, lots of fun curls, lovely dark pink color - what could be better?!?!

Please note there will not be another scarf like this one! It is truly a one-of-a-kind.

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Specifics:

Yarn = 80% Acrylic, 20% Nylon

Care = Machine wash and dry! But don't try to iron it!!!

Created in a smoke-free home!

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $5.00

Insurance is an additional $2.15 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International-Package Rate):
Canada = $5.00
Mexico = $8.00
Everywhere Else = $10.00

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Tutti Frutti - Mommy and Me Crochet Skinny Scarf Set

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:16:32 -0400

$20.00
Here's a pair of fun scarves for Moms with little girls who want to "be just like Mom"!

Don't have a little girl? That's okay -- since they're fairly skinny, you could wear them both around your neck, or even wear one as a scarf and one as a belt!

These scarves are crocheted with a variagated yarn full of lovely pastel colors -- yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, and green. The yarn is wool-blend base twisted with a coordinating variagated satiny ribbon and white cotton threads.

Both scarves have a base center of 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide with an open scallop edging all the way around, for a total width of 2.5 inches (6.35 cm). The longer scarf measures 84 inches (213.36 cm) in length, and the shorter one measures 68 inches (172.72 cm) in length.

Please note there will not be another pair of scarves like this one!

NOTE: Scarves are not intended for children under the age of 5 years.

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Specifics:

Yarn = 36% Polyamide, 35% Wool, 18% Acrylic, 11% Cotton

Care = Hand wash, lay flat to dry and please don't iron

Created in a smoke-free home!

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (Promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers.) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $2.75

Insurance is an additional $1.70 -- if you would like this item insured, please let me know in the "Notes to Seller" box during checkout and wait to receive an adjusted invoice before completing payment.

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International-Package Rate):
Canada = $4.00
Mexico = $6.50
Everywhere Else = $8.75

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Learn - CD Collage Card

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:16:32 -0400

$5.00
So, what do you do with all those CDs you get in the mail for one internet service provider or another? Why, you make something with them, of course!

This one-of-a-kind collage card is made on a "re-claimed" CD and features a school/teacher theme: a perfect card/gift for your favorite teacher or teacher's aide (past or present) or even your favorite student, whether for his/her birthday, Christmas, or just to show your appreciation!

The back (shiny side) of the CD has been left blank for you to add a personal note using a permanent marker! Each CD card will be packaged in an envelope, and a small easel will be included for displaying this little work of art.

Please note that while I have several school/teacher theme collages, there is only one CD available in each pattern/design, as each is a one-of-a-kind.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $1.75

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $1.75
Mexico = $2.00
Everywhere Else = $3.75

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

All-Star Sports - CD Collage Card - Any Occasion

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:21:31 -0400

$7.50
So, what do you do with all those CDs you get in the mail for one internet service provider or another? Why, you make something with them, of course!

This one-of-a-kind collage card is made on a "re-claimed" CD and features an all-sports theme. A perfect card/gift for your favorite coach or athelete (young or old), the back (the shiny side of the CD) has been left blank so that you can add a personal note using a permanent marker! Also, this CD will be packaged in an envelope, and a small black easel will be included for displaying this little work of art.

Please note there is only one CD available in each pattern/design, as each is a one-of-a-kind.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS First Class Mail with Delivery Confirmation) is an additional $1.75

International Shipping (via USPS First Class International):
Canada = $1.75
Mexico = $2.00
Everywhere Else = $3.75

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and combined shipping.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!

Teachers Have Class - Handpainted Stained Glass Style Suncatcher or Wall Hanging

Sat, 22 Aug 2009 17:49:11 -0400

$30.00
A perfect gift for your favorite teacher (whether current or past), this bright and fun design has a more opaque finish than most of my paintings. The bright red apples, yellow border, and white background provide a delightful surrounding for the message "Teachers Have Class!"

Handpainted on glass, this design measures 8" x 10" inside a black wooden frame with a sawtooth hanger on the back for hanging on a wall or door, or displaying on an easel in front a window.

My handpainted glass items are created to have the look of stained glass. I use a liquid leading paint to outline my designs, and then paint them with glass paints that are beautifully transparent when dry. Most of my paintings have chain hangers to encourage hanging them in windows (truly enhances their beauty!), but they can also be hung on walls. They can also be made without hangers to display on easels in front of small lights or candles.

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If you would like to receive a small promo pack of business cards, coupons, promos, and/or samples for other amazing Etsy sellers, please let me know in the Notes to Sellers section during checkout. (promo packs usually contain items from 6-8 different sellers) Thanks!

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Shipping & Payment Info:

Domestic Shipping (via USPS Priority Mail) is an additional $10.00 -- this includes both Insurance and Delivery Confirmation.

I do combine shipping, so please ignore the "...if purchased with another item" information in my listings. It really does depend on the combination of items purchased as to what the shipping fee will be (I will charge exact shipping plus a nominal supplies fee, which is usually less than $1). If you purchase multiple items from me, please wait for an adusted invoice before completing payment.

Please see my Bio section for a full listing of my Store Policies, including information regarding gift purchases, coupons, and other options.

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Thank you for stopping by my shop! Please take a look at my other listings -- if you like a particular item but want it personalized, or if you would like something designed just for you, please feel free to contact me.

Have a wonderful day!