Contributor post by Mairi from mairidesign
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International Seasons Conclusion – #CIJSeasons
Contributor post by Mairi from mairidesign
We spent September 2018 hearing from a few of our team members, here on our blog, during our Etsy Christmas In July International Seasons.
Our #EtsyCIJ team is international and it has been wonderful seeing your photographs and learning a bit more about you and where you are in the world.
Please join me as we conclude the #CIJSeasons
Here are the participating featured members we shared with you this month:
Mairi / mairidesign / #CIJSeasons
Carola / Carola Bartz / #CIJSeasons
Przemila K / CanisArtStudio / #CIJSeasons
Margie / ZenCatPottery / #CIJSeasons
Cristal / DesignsbyCristal / #CIJSeasons
Thank you so much for joining us on our #CIJSeasons and thank you to everyone who participated in this month’s International Seasons blog theme.
International Seasons: DesignsbyCristal – #CIJSeasons
Contributor post by Alicia from AliciasFindings
Fall Is The Favorite Season Of Cristal From DesignsbyCristal
DesignsbyCristal
1. What is your favorite season and why?
Fall is my favorite season. I love fall because after the hot and humid summers in GA this cool and crisp weather is a welcome feeling. I also love the fall because I can visit Stone Mountain Park or any of the mountains to see the beautiful colors in different hues of red, yellow and orange from all the trees changing.
There is one mountain my kids and I walk up called Kennesaw Mountain National Park and you can stand on top of the look out station and view all the beautiful colors for miles and miles with the city of Atlanta in the backdrop!
2. What season is it now where you live? Have you seen a visible sign of the season changing?
Right now in GA we are still in the summer season. Although in 12 days Fall is supposed to start but with 91 degree temps expected over the next 10 days it would be hard to tell. The only thing that tells me Fall is upon us is the morning sun is coming up earlier than before and a few mornings have been kind of cool which I love.
3. What item in your shop represents your favorite season and the story behind it?
This dog bandana is one of my items that represents the fall for me. In GA everybody seems to love this season as you can see many places already putting out their decor. I have friends who are even decorating the inside of their homes with fall decor! I can’t wait to start driving around neighborhoods to see their beautiful fall displays of pumpkins, hay,scarecrows and all the pretty foliage that represents our fall season.
4. What seasonal traditions are celebrated in your part of the world?
In GA we celebrate with fall/harvest festivals every single weekend!! You will find them at churches, parks, and even quite a few farms. I attend about 3 or 4 as a vendor and get my booth dressed up in fall decor to go along with the warm atmosphere. The others we just go as a family to enjoy all the festivities each one has to offer.
5. What are your social media sites?
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/creativedesignsbycristal
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/creativedesignsbycristal
TWITTER: www.twitter.com/dsignsbycristal
PINTEREST: www.pinterest.com/dsignsbycristal
Items Of The Week: Sports Fan
Contributor post by Mairi from mairidesign
4. Golf Player Dog Leash by Cristal Hughes from DesignsbyCristal
5. Ice Skate Glitz Favors by Elisabeth Perez from LizPOriginals
5. Ice Skate Glitz Favors by Elisabeth Perez from LizPOriginals
Russet Orange – Pantone Fashion Color For Fall/Winter 2018
Contributor post by Alicia from AliciasFindings
Color trends are a wonderful way to celebrate the seasons!
According to Pantone one of the top colors for Fall 2018 is Russet Orange.
PANTONE #16-1255
Russet Orange
This forest floor orange speaks to earthen warmth.
Members of the Etsy Christmas In July Team have been inspired by the color Russet Orange! They have created items in their shops reflecting this inspiration! Here are a few!
zizzybob from zizzybob says there are very few sellers on Etsy selling handmade quilt blocks. Most of those who are, are selling vintage blocks. I make blocks that I would use if I were making a quilt. Most of mine are appliqued, something that a lot of quilters don’t like to do. Here is a set of blocks just in time for fall.
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mistycat from carolinagirlz2 said this russet orange kitty cat would be a fun item to stitch this fall. I love striped tabbies like this beauty!
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Gari from BeadLoversKorner states I have very fine, flyaway hair and many times need bobby pins or hair accessories to keep the stray hairs in place. I also have tons of beads – so decided to put some beads on bobby pins! I loved them so much that I started making them to sell. These russet orange bobby pins, made with Carnelian, and perfect for fall colors and Halloween!
BeadLoversKorner
Nancy from EponasCrystals says perfect colors for fall in this lightweight stretchy beaded bracelet. Orange and yellow tones with bright turquoise tassels as accents.
EponasCrystals
Karen from timetalentjewels said these sweet pumpkin beads are a wonderful reminder that fall/autumn is upon us. Russet Oranges, Golds and Browns greet us this fall. Pumpkins, Gourds and Corn-husks along with the fall breezes. Bonfires and Wiener Roasts, oh what fun,we will have!
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Cristal from DesignsbyCristal states fall is all about seeing the old go into hibernation and waiting for the new to come out in the spring. I love driving up to the mountains in GA and seeing the tree-lined back drop of the amazing colors that fall brings such as the many hues of orange, red, and yellow.
The russet color mixed in with the brown really makes this dog collar pop and is a great add-on for your dogs fall fashion.
DesignsbyCristal
Elisabeth from LizPOriginals says after thinking Fall and wishing for the leaves to change and pumpkin time I designed this cute set today!
LizPOriginals
Patricia from TheOldBarnDoor said there is such a feeling of warmth to this color (and makes me think of apple pie because I use maple syrup) Our maple trees willingly put on a show for us in the early autumn.
TheOldBarnDoor
Roses Workshop from RosesWorkshop states this gorgeous toiletries bag combines a lovely Russet Orange with a paler tangerine in a traditional herringbone pattern. The result is a zingy, eye-catching Harris Tweed fabric that I have used for the outside of this useful washbag.
RosesWorkshop
Margie from Zen Cat Pottery says Wow! The name “Russet Orange” is deceiving. When I go to the Pantone page, it’s really more of what I would call “pumpkin orange.”
This wheel-thrown ceramic spoon rest has a beautiful “Russet Orange” underside that will add a hint of color to your kitchen! This piece is hand painted and hand carved. All materials are non-toxic, food-safe and lead-free. This is also dishwasher safe.
ZenCatPottery
Marie from LoveNStuff14 said my daughter Terese collected vintage hats for years and only recently has decided to thin out her collection. This is one of my favorites
LoveNStuff14
Tami from HannaHerbals states this gorgeous bar of soap is scented with Patchouli, Lavender and Black Pepper, the color is from Paprika. It comes packaged in an adorable kraft jar.
HannaHerbals
Carola Bartz from CarolaBartz says I wouldn’t have called that shade of orange “russet” orange.
Orange always reminds me of the warm and earthen colors of autumn. And of pumpkins. Time spent at the pumpkin patch is one of the most beautiful things I remember doing with my family. Let the kids wear hand knitted pumpkin hats, sit on a big pumpkin surrounded by other pumpkins and you have the perfect photo shoot!
CarolaBartz
If you’re on Pinterest here is the Russet Orange board!
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Items Of The Week: Tea or Coffee
Contributor post by Mairi from mairidesign
Ceylon Yellow – Pantone Fashion Color For Fall/Winter 2018
Contributor post by Alicia of AliciasFindings
Color trends are a wonderful way to celebrate the seasons!
According to Pantone one of the top colors for Fall 2018 is Ceylon Yellow.
PANTONE #15-0850
Ceylon Yellow
Savory and spicy yellow adds an exotic touch.
Members of the Etsy Christmas In July Team have been inspired by the color Ceylon Yellow! They have created items in their shops reflecting this inspiration! Here are a few!
zizzybob from zizzybob says the yellow ribbon, which is a symbol for Support of our Deployed Military Troops as well as; Bladder Cancer, Amber Alert, Endometriosis, Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus and General Symbol for Hope.
zizzybob
Judy from JAMsCraftCloset said these hand painted mugs are such happy mugs. They would be so pretty sitting on the kitchen counter waiting to be filled with your favorite beverage. They are unique and one of a kind.
JAMsCraftCloset
Mary from ByFreddismom states I have always enjoyed using non traditional colors in my holiday creations and Yellow is one of my favorites! This snowman in this color has been very popular over the last couple of years, I’ve shipped him as far away as Italy!
ByFreddismom
Mairi from mairidesign says this pendant, with a lovely butterfly which has wings of yellow and brown, would be just perfect to match your autumn tone fashions this fall. A hint of green, a touch of lavender, and a bronze setting, makes this jewelry set a must have.
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Karen from timetalentjewels said in today’s fashions it is fun to capture the autumn tones in this beaded bracelet known as Ceylon Yellow, Chunky, One of A Kind, Fashion Bracelet. Fun,Fun,Fun!!
timetalentjewels
Nancy from EponasCrystals states this is a Goddess Necklace – Six strands of sari silk and other ribbons in tones of ceylon yellow, and moss green are adorned with beaded gemstone dangles and a handmade goddess pendant. The gemstone dangles include green rhyolite, butterscotch amber, cultured pearls, rutilated quartz, and green prehnite.
EponasCrystals
Cristal from DesignsbyCristal says I love the bumble bee print on this bandana and I even love the honey they produce but not the stings they give out. I’d say this is the perfect place you can enjoy them on a bandana and not moving!
DesignsbyCristal
spoiledfelines1 from SpoiledFelinesArt said Ceylon yellow is a bright, happy color … this Painted Bunting song bird wood art sculpture features many beautiful colors, but it’s the yellow on its wing that really catches your eye!
SpoiledFelinesArt
Woolly Momo from WoollyMomo states Here’s your Autumn/Winter woolly fashion needs met! I hand knit this hat using pure Norwegian wool to keep out the chill and chose this color to remind me of of those long, lazy, hazy days of summer and to brighten up even the dullest of autumn and winter days!
WoollyMomo
If you’re on Pinterest here is the Ceylon Yellow board!
While you’re on Pinterest please follow the Etsy Christmas In July team!
Nebulas Blue – Pantone Fashion Color For Fall/Winter 2018
Contributor post by Alicia of AliciasFindings
Color trends are a wonderful way to celebrate the seasons!
According to Pantone one of the top colors for Fall 2018 is Nebulas Blue!
PANTONE 18-4048
Nebulas Blue
Reminiscent of twilight, a thoughtful, starry-eyed blue.
Members of the Etsy Christmas In July Team have been inspired by the color Nebulas Blue! They have created items in their shops reflecting this inspiration! Here are a few!
Judy from JAMsCraftCloset says I love painting on glassware. Flowers seem to be my thing. This is such a sweet Nebulas blue floral vintage candy dish. I believe it would be lovely on anyone’s table filled with candy, pickles, cheese, crackers, etc. Someone has to love it as much as I do.
JAMsCraftCloset
zizzybob from zizzybob said I made these airplane quilt blocks with the idea that they would be used to make a baby or small boy’s quilt. But I did have one lady who purchased a set to make a Quilt of Valor for an Air Force Veteran. You just never know where these things will end up.
zizzybob
mistycat1234 from carolinagirlz2 states this blue haired retro troll wears Nebulas Blue.
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spoiledfelines1 from SpoiledFelinesArt says I think the color blue is beautiful and serene, no matter what hue, and I love this blue jay bird wood sculpture because I think it shows that thought! … it was painted using a several washes of differing blue hues, which makes this blue bird really special!
SpoiledFelinesArt
Nancy from EponasCrystals said this is an ombre Tassel Necklace – Beautiful frosted glass beads in blue and grey tones with a triple ombre blue cotton tassel.
EponasCrystals
Mary from ByFreddismom states every year I try to incorporate as many colors as I can in my selection of ornaments. This pretty blue is one of my favorites this year.
ByFreddismom
Cristal from DesignsbyCristal says these under water sea creature are so cute and the different hues of blue are so vibrant. I absolutely love the color blue in any form!
If you love going to the aquarium and seeing all the sea creatures and the pretty ocean colors you’ll want this dog collar as part of your pets accessories.
DesignsbyCristal
Karen from timetalentjewels said what everyone wants or needs is something warm on their head in the wintertime is a hat! This Rolled Brimmed Hat is a beautiful color of blue with white highlights. A fun and attractive hat is the latest shade of Nebulas Blue!
timetalentjewels
Mairi from mairidesign states that these iridescent, flame patterned, fire polished, glass beads are so beautiful. They catch so many colors in different lighting and, as you can see, there is definitely some ‘Nebulas Blue’ in there. I made these earrings using, by far, my favorite Czech art glass beads made by a local company.
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If you’re on Pinterest here is the Nebulas Blue board!
While you’re on Pinterest please follow the Etsy Christmas In July team!
Items Of The Week: Outside Fun
Contributor post by Mairi from mairidesign
International Friendship Day: August 5th, 2018
Contributor post by Mairi from mairidesign
International Friendship Day is on 5th August. What a wonderful way to celebrate the good times you’ve shared with your friends and to show them how much you appreciate them. Spend time with those who make you laugh and support you when you’re feeling low, or maybe it’s a time to re-connect with long lost friends from school. However you celebrate, wouldn’t it be nice to get some special gifts for those you appreciate?
The CIJ team have selected some gifts that they know your friends would love.
Przemila K from CanisArtStudio says
The best friend is someone really important. This person deserves a large and valuable gift. But if you want to make a small surprise, I suggest a small oil painting. Perhaps your best friend is an animal lover or dreams about a pet or maybe not. But always a dog is a perfect symbol of friendship. A miniature oil painting will be perfect for this occasion. If you need another pet portrait, please visit my shop. You can also order a portrait from your own photos.
Gordon Setter Dog Portait
What better way to say Merry Christmas than a very unique, quilted fabric postcard for your Best Friend Forever.
BFF Quilted Fabric Postcard
Margie Sarrao fromFunNFiber says
At <$15.00, any BFF can remember that you love her “to the moon and back” every time she dons this sparkling crystal heart necklace! It is adjustable from 17.5″ to 20″ long, making it versatile as well.
I Love You to the Moon and Back Necklace
Cristal Hughes fromDesignsbyCristal says
Greatest Of All Time – G.O.A.T
The g.o.a.t of all times. Do you have a shero who you’d love to give a lanyard or key chain to? Well, this simple yet meaningful Greatest Of All Time accessory is just waiting to uplift her.
G.O.A.T – Greatest Of All Time
Judy Merashoff fromJAMsCraftCloset says
This framed positive saying/affirmation wall art is the perfect gift for your BFF. Friends are Flowers in the Garden of Life says it all!
Upcycled Cottage Chic Picture Frame
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