Etsy Shop for Aranel

Mitten earrings

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:07:13 -0500

$7.50
Silver toned. 2" in length with a fishhook post, mitten and snowflake charms.

Dragonfly earrings 2

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:03:27 -0500

$7.50
Silver toned. 2" in length with a fishhook post.

Dragonfly charms dangle below teardrop shaped pieces salvaged from a bracelet.

Dragonfly earrings

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:01:57 -0500

$7.50
Silver toned. 2" in length with a fishhook post.

Dragonfly charms dangle below teardrop shaped pieces salvaged from a bracelet.

Bee earrings 2

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:00:26 -0500

$7.50
Silver toned. 2" in length with a fishhook post.

Bee charms dangle below teardrop shaped pieces salvaged from a bracelet.

Bee earrings

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:59:02 -0500

$7.50
Silver toned. 2" in length with a fishhook post.

Bee charms dangle below teardrop shaped pieces salvaged from a bracelet.

Lock and Key earrings

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:55:52 -0500

$7.50
Silver toned. 2" in length with a fishhook post.

Silver Fairy necklace

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:47:10 -0500

$17.00
16" necklace with loop and toggle fastening. The fairy measures 2" in length, as do the dripping chains. Each chain has a teardrop bead on the end, black with an iridescent sheen.

Length can be changed on request.

Egyptian Necklace

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:44:22 -0500

$15.00
Adjustable 17-19" braided hemp necklace with an Egyptian themed pendant.

Key to Time

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:28:10 -0500

$18.00
This necklace has become one of my favorites. The silver toned clock face pendant has a metal filigree piece on the back with keys dangling from it, making the piece reversible. The pendant measures 2.5" in length. The black chain with silver highlights is 18" in length and has a loop and toggle fastening.

Length can be adjusted on request.

Owl Necklace.

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:20:15 -0500

$17.00
18" Necklace of an antiqued gold with a sizable 3" owl pendant. Closes with a lobster clasp.

The length can be changed on request.

ConCraft Magazine - October 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:49:31 -0500

$3.00
ConCraft Magazine is the zine for costumers. Chock full of articles, eye candy, interviews and more. As a digital download, we're striving to keep our costs low enough for anyone to afford.

October 2009 Contents:
Embroidery Tips
Ten Costuming Don'ts
Sewing Tips
Basics of Sewing
Care and Feeding of Costumes
Choosing the Right Fabric
Costuming on a Budget.
Embossing Velvet
Fear and Loathing:
Adventures in Costuming for the Average Body
Interview: Dany aka Laragoth
Make it Work: Narissa
Marketing 101
I Can't Believe It's Not Velcro!
How to Paint a Shoulder Dragon.
On Becoming a Professional
Costumer
Rules of Sewing
Fabric Glossary

Your issue will arrive within 24 hours of purchase via email. Instructions for download will be included.

Gift certificates are coming soon!

ConCraft Magazine - November 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:44:19 -0500

$3.00
ConCraft Magazine is the zine for costumers. Chock full of articles, eye candy, interviews and more. As a digital download, we're striving to keep our costs low enough for anyone to afford.

November 2009 Contents:
Baba Yaga
Organizing Your Workspace
If the Shoe Fits
Steampunk: Fad or Fashion
Cold Weather Costuming
I Made a Corset
Art by Elfgrove Studio
Sewing with Specialty Fabrics
Dragon*Con.
The Whys of Sewing
Interview: Lauren Reeser
Gift Ideas for the Costumer
Mobley Games Steamline:
Featured Advertiser
Decorating a Tophat
A Sticky Situation:
A Comparison of Common Adhesives

Your issue will arrive within 24 hours of purchase via email. Instructions for download will be included.

Gift certificates are coming soon!

Tiny Tophat clip

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:53:27 -0500

$5.00
Use them in your hair, on your holiday tree, on your bag, wherever you like! Each hat is 3 inches in diameter and has an alligator clip attached beneath it.

State your preference of which hat you'd like:
Golden red trim
White trim
Red trim
Gold trim

I can also do a custom hat in this size.

Sea Green Emerald necklace set

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$30.00
The colors and textures just spoke to me for this handmade necklace. Goldtone twisted wire holds sea green emerald chips, crystal chips, and tiny green shells into this lovely necklace set. The wire was all hand twisted, quite painfully, towards the end, I might add, with little to no use of tools for an organic feel. The ornate wire portion nestles around the base of the neck like a wreath or choker, but very comfortably. It measures 16 inches in length and is not adjustable. Extenders must be used if you desire a longer chain.

The earrings are formed in the same fashion and with the same materials.

Red Paisley box

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$20.00
This trinket box is covered in a variety of papers, inside and out and aged on the egdes with paint. The box measures 7 inches in width and is square.

International buyers welcome. Contact me for a shipping quote.

Harry Potter box

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$20.00
I had a water damaged copy of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince. Rather than throw it away, I decided to recycle it into a treasure box. Torn pages coat both the inside and outside, with chapter illustrations on the outside. The lid bears a section ripped from the dust jacket. The edges are aged with paint. The box is square, 7 inches in width.

International buyers welcome. Contact me for a shipping quote.

Shabby Chic trinket box

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$15.00
Perfect for a small jewelry box, this box is decorated with a variety of papers and painted inside with a bright turquoise. Each edge is aged for that shabby chic look. The top is adorned with a collection of shell buttons. The box is 6 inches wide.

International buyers welcome. Contact me for a shipping quote.

Butterfly Box

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$20.00
A beautiful little box for your most precious treasures. It measures 8 inches in diameter and is decopaged with various papers and hand painted. The top has a raw wooden knob with butterfly motifs on top. The box has been aged to a shabby chic patina. The inside is painted with metallic rose paint.

International buyers welcome. Contact me for a shipping quote.

Feathered hair clip

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$20.00
Handmade flower with 12 inch ostrich plume on an alligator clip to fasten securely to the hair.

Knee length Velvet cloak

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$50.00
Suitable for adult or child, the 42" long cloak is made of panne velvet in a gorgeous dark turquoise. The 24 inch deep hood is lined in a shot taffeta of turquoise and fucshia embroidered in deeper rose thread. The cloak closes with a heavy duty hook and clasp and comes with a removable flower brooch.

Forest in an Egg

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$20.00
This ornament was carefully made using a real, cleaned hen's egg. A polymer clay mushroom sits upon a bed of dried moss, with a silver leaf nestled before it. The shell has been sealed with several coats to prevent cracks, but it is still delicate in nature. The inside has been painted robin's egg blue.

Woodland Animal Silhouette ornament - set of 6

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$15.00
Varying lengths.

Each ornament is formed of a gold/green ribbon, laminated paper silhouette, and acorn jingle bell. The bell measures 1.5 inches in length, for size reference.

Set contains:
owl
2 cardinals
2 squirrels
wren

Fairy Ring ornament

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:57 -0500

$15.00
3.5 inch wooden disk with real dried moss, handformed polymer clay mushrooms, and a faux ladybug.

Mushroom on Moss ornament - set of 2

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:56 -0500

$10.00
Use them as ornaments for your tree, hang them from your car mirror, or wear them as a pendant necklace.

Each ornament is a wooden disk with real moss and a polymer clay mushroom. 2 inches in length.

Lone Star Yoyo ornament - set of 2

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:24 -0500

$5.00
Each handmade yoyo is 2 inches in diameter, with a silver concho in the center on a leather thong.

Lone Star Mitten ornaments - set of 6

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$8.00
Each leather mitten is 1.5 inches long and has one of three different conchos attached. You will receive two of each style.

Lone Star Yoyo ornaments - set of 2

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$10.00
Roughly 8 inches in length, each ornament has three handmade yoyos and a rusted star.

Jeweled Fruit - set of 5

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$5.00
Sequined and glittered faux fruit measuring from 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter. You will receive a set of five fruits. Each has a loop for hanging.

You may not receive the exact set pictured, but it will be similar.

Fairy's Yarnball ornament - set of 3

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$3.00
What happens to yarn that gets tangled? Fairies collect it, of course!

Each yarn ball is hand formed of a decorative yarn, with two jingle bells dangling from the bottom.

From 3 to 4 inches in diameter.

Wooden Pendant Ornament Set

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$15.00
Wear it around your neck or hang it on your tree, this wooden pendant works for anything! This set of five is roughly three inches in diameter each. Each side is decorated with a butterfly or other garden insect. The photos show corresponding front and back of each piece.

Ivory and sand shrug and hat

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$60.00
Perfect for a summer wedding, this ivory silk shrug has a deconstructed touch with tattered trim. This is completely hand made with couture finishes and is completely lined with silk. The sleeves are flutter style and the collar is rolled.

The matching hat is a sinamay base, swathed in cream organza, with accents of rosettes and a creamy butterfly. It is not a full sized hat and is meant to be worn as a fasinator.

Altered top and skirt- Blue and Bronze

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$100.00
The wrap shirt of this outfit is 100% dupioni silk that is periwinkle blue shot with antique gold. It is small to medium in size, but is very adjustable. The collar is decorated in an ornate trim with six rosettes attached and a blue tulle ruffle on collar and armholes.

The skirt is a remade skirt of polyester habotai (known as silk essence in some stores), with a blue tulle ruffle and gathered waist, also highly adjustable.

Altered Top and Skirt - Silver and Plum

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:23 -0500

$100.00
This altered top and vintage skirt are in a size small, but has elastic waist on both top and skirt, so the size isn't set in stone. The top is made of 100% dupioni silk in a pewter shade. The skirt is of a plum crushed rayon velvet.

Truly one of a kind.

Peacock and Butterly headband fascinator

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:22 -0500

$20.00
This sweet styled headband has a spray of tinted rooster feathers on one side, accented with a single peacock eye feather and filigree brass butterfly. The base headband is covered in brown satin.

International buyers welcome! Contact me for a shipping quote.

White Blossom and Bird headband

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:22 -0500

$25.00
Fascinator style headband with white blossoms and a bird on a feather nest.

Red Scarab necklace

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:22 -0500

$25.00
18 inch double chain necklace with acrylic beads and metal scarab with red enamel coating.

Closes with lobster clasp.

Bee and Button necklace

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:22 -0500

$20.00
18 inch necklace with bee charms and shell buttons.
Closes with loop and toggle.

Bird on the Nest barrette

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:22 -0500

$5.00
Tiny bird nestled on a fabric scrap nest with alligator clip underneath to fasten it to your hair or whatever you like.

Roughly two inches in length.

This sale is for the white bird in the photos.

Victorian style leopard capelet

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:22 -0500

$30.00
One size fits most. This elbow length capelet is made of faux fur on the outside and faux suede on the inside. The bottom is trimmed in a three inch cream lace. It closes just below the lined collar with a metal cloak style clasp. Two bronze rosettes decorate the neckline.

Fairy Ball Ornament

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:21 -0500

$7.50
3 inch glass ball ornament with a fairy fluttering inside. It's filled with moss, bark pieces and other paraphernalia collected by the fae.

Pastel rosette ornament set

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:52:21 -0500

$15.00
Organza rosettes with faceted centers and faux crystal dangles. Perfect for your tree, window, car mirror or whatever you can imagine.

Set of three in pink, mint green and white.

You may not receive the exact rosette pictured, but all are similar.

Teal and Brown Tophat

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:28:35 -0500

$30.00
5 inch diameter felt tophat adorned with pleated teal taffeta trim, brown jacquard ribbon, brown rosettes, a beaded brown bird, and a copper filigree piece.

Held in place with a comb securely attached.

Velvet scarf - Multiple colors

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:22:52 -0500

$7.50
Wear one or many, these skinny velvet scarves are just narrow enough to layer, but luxurious enough for just one.

Current colors in stock: orange (shown), teal (shown), black (shown), navy, silver

I can probably get any common color you'd like, but for a custom order, you need to add on a few days to the shipping time.

6 inches wide by 60 inches long, give or take a few, depending on the stretchability of the fabric.

Pin or Boutonniere set

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:16:11 -0500

$15.00
Bold pink ranunculus flowers rest on segmented green leaves.
Fastens with tie tacks.

Roughly 2 inches in length.

This sale is for one pair (2).

Pin or Boutonniere set

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:14:04 -0500

$15.00
Bright poppy flowers rest on segmented green leaves.
Fastens with tie tacks.

Roughly 2 inches in length.

This sale is for one pair (2).

Pin or Boutonniere set

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:11:54 -0500

$15.00
Cheerful yellow flowers rest on warm orange leaves with a spray of berries.

Fastens with tie tacks.

Roughly 2 inches in length.

This sale is for one pair (2).

Bubble Hair Comb

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:57:29 -0500

$15.00
Two rows of iridescent bubbles form this comb. Each bubble is securely glued in place and surrounded by a layer of glitter.

3 inches in width.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:55:25 -0500

$15.00
A spray of golden wisteria blooms form this comb. Perfect for a wedding day or a summer's eve.

5 inches in width.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:53:06 -0500

$15.00
This one reminds me of lily pads on a pond. A cluster of creamy white flowers float upon three leaves with three bubbles.

3 inches in width.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:51:14 -0500

$15.00
Clusters of delicate white flowers, pearl stamens, green leaves, and iridescent bubbles form this unusual comb.

3 inches in width.

Moss Mini Tophat

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:45:51 -0500

$35.00
This hat was born in one of those 'aha' moments after staring at a 5" diameter felt hat for a while and wondering what to do with it. It was a bit of a challenge to get it done, but success was finally achieved! The entire hat is covered in dried sheet moss, a 'band' of sorts is formed out of real bark from a tree in my yard, and two tiny mushrooms made of sculpy clay accent the front and back. The lower brim is charmingly decorated with a wide frill of creamy lace and a smaller one of green.

A comb is glued to one side of the hat so that it can sit fetchingly to the side, but the hat has no official front and back, so it can tilt to any side you wish.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:42:24 -0500

$15.00
Another strange one. A bit of fur, a few hydrangea flowers, a trio of pussy willow, and a copper leaf create this unusual comb. 3 inches in width.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:40:14 -0500

$15.00
This one is a bit more unusual with rabbit fur trim, a bit of lace, a cluster of delicate white flowers and a single metal button. 3 inches in width.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:37:37 -0500

$15.00
This bold beauty features a single burgundy daisy, accented with a cluster of faux pussy willows. This one is closer to 5 inches in width.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:33:31 -0500

$15.00
Another striking comb with a total width of around 4 inches. A quintet of poppies cluster appealingly over their nest of leaves.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:31:56 -0500

$15.00
Another comb with a total width of around 4 inches. A pair of poppies are accented with a cluster of berries and a vine spiral.

Floral Hair Comb

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:28:59 -0500

$15.00
4 inches in width, with two large daisies, one burgundy, the other a nice aged greeny yellow.

Woodsy Neck Warmer

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:41 -0500

$20.00
Crocheted completely by hand, this neckwarmer measures 3 inches wide by 16 and a half inches long.

It will fit necks with a circumference of 13-15 inches comfortably.

The 'button' fastener is a crocheted florette in matching thread.

Ask me about a custom order.

Acrylic yarn

Moody Blue Wrist Cuff

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:41 -0500

$15.00
This crocheted wrist cuff is made from a blue variegeted yarn that is thick and soft against the skin. It measures 3in x 7.5in and fits wrists comfortably that measure 6-7 in in circumference.

It closes by means of three large pirate buttons.

Acrylic blend yarn.

Frosty Neck Warmer

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:40 -0500

Moody Blue neck warmer

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:40 -0500

Harlequin Neck Warmer

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:40 -0500

Grapevine Neck Warmer

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:40 -0500

Yule Log Tea Light holder

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:25:40 -0500

$20.00
The glow of a yule log in the fireplace sets the feel of the holidays. No need to burn your log away, though! Adorned with gilded and glass berries, wire leaf, and two tea lights, this holder will add the touch of the holidays to any surface.

11 inches by 5 inches, made of a real log.

Elegant Choker

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:24:58 -0500

$20.00
One size fits all! 12 inches in length with grommets in each end to tie a ribbon through. Each hand sewn choker is one of a kind with a variety of ornate ribbons, lace, vintage and new pieces.

International buyers welcome. Contact me for a shipping quote.

*final two photos are examples of the back closure and not necessarily the actual choker you're purchasing

Elegant Choker

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:24:57 -0500

Woodland Fairy Coronet

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:24:47 -0500

$20.00
This whimsical creation is a blend of specialty yarn, wire, beading, and metallic threads, fit for any fairy queen. It measures four inches in width and is held in place with bobby pins. It is somewhat flexible and comfortable to wear.

Elegant Choker

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:24:47 -0500

Elegant Choker

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:24:46 -0500

Elegant Choker

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Crystal and Silver earrings

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:39:00 -0400

$6.00
2.5in in total length. Two lengths of silver toned chain hang from a loop below a chip of crystal.

Crystal Cluster Earrings

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:39:00 -0400

$6.00
Chunky, but sophisticated, three strands of crystal chips on wire form the cluster portion of these earrings.

1.5in in length

Red shell earrings

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:39:00 -0400

$6.00
Red shell disks drip down from silver toned earwires for these earrings.

2.5in in total length.

Briar Rose Art Necklace

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:38:37 -0400

$60.00
The thorns wind around the gates, red red roses reaching for the sky, heavy with their own scent. Slumber covers the land like a soft woven blanket, pausing even the dragonfly in his flight. The prince approaches, but does he have the key to waking the princess? Will she lie forever sleeping?

~*~*~*~

A lovely addition to any collection, this necklace is 35in in length, but is adjustable. A myriad of charms, vintage and new, dangle enticingly. Birds and butterflies flutter. Leaves with text decopaged over them tell the story. Velvet ribbon winds through silver chain, which holds a pair of handmade organza roses in rich brown and ruby red.

International buyers welcome. Contact me for a shipping quote.

Need to pay in a few installments? We can work out a plan.

Crocheted Cravat

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:38:37 -0400

$45.00
This cravat has been crocheted out of specialty yarn that has a woodsy feel to it, seeming to have grown rather than been made. It comes with a pin formed out of a resin fairy cameo and pink velvet.

It currently fits a neck of 14in in circumference best, but can be adjusted to whatever size you wish. Please let me know.

Silver Heart crocheted wire necklace