Shop News

It has been a crazy busy week at Additionsstyle.etsy.com.

It was my one year Etsy Anniversary on Tuesday and I want to thank everyone who checked out my shop and wished me a Happy Etsy Anniversary!

Because of my anniversary this past week I had a one day sale that required changing all my prices and changing them back, making for a busy couple of days. When that sale was done I put several item were on sale, so right now there is a large selection of pieces at 15% off.

I Also completed a large wholesale order this week, packed up, and shipped out. I am glad to have that off my plate, and very excited about having a new account.

Over at 1000 Market, I changed my header, and put my items in to categories for easy searching. They have done wonderful new things at the 1000 Market site, its worth a look.

In the coming weeks I am going to be building my inventory for shows I have coming up, and for the holidays. You can check out new items I will be adding to my Etsy shop all week.

I wish everyone a good selling week!

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Have you been to 1000 Markets lately?

I have been on 1000 Markets for almost a year. I started on the site because it was beautiful and offered a variety of markets for the buyer to search. I am thrilled to be part of such a wonderful site.

Well they have recently redone the site and it looks great!

It has inspired me to update my shop as well. Now when you go to my page you can check out my collections to find things quickly. I also have all my new piece on the first page.

Take a look at my new format by clicking on the box below.

1000 Markets

Additions

Visit the Shop

One of the best features of this site are the markets. I currently belong to six markets and each has their own focus and are filled with wonderful artists.

Handmade Haven - The Amazing Place to Buy Handmade

Jewelry Artisans' Marketplace - Unique Styles From Classic to Exotic

Metalcraft - The Finest Handcrafted Metal

Windy City - Chicago's Finest Artisans

Try Handmade Market - Art to enrich your life

I am very excited about this market, it has take a long time to get going but it is a great place to find handcrafted items just for men.

1000 Markets

X/Y - The Market for Men

Visit the Market

So, check out all the amazing shops on 1000 Markets, and if you are an artists, consider opeing a shop and becoming part of a great community.

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Surprise! Surprise!

Don't you love it when you get surprises. Well I got two today, and I am very excited.

First while looking at my Google Analytics report this morning, I noticed a lot of views from Jewelry Making Craft Gossip. So I went to check it out and found out one of my bracelets is featured. What a nice surprise, they found me from one of the groups on Flickr.

Also while checking Heartomatic, and I found out I was featured in the Weekend Deals: Discount Sale Etsy Gift Guide.

If you have never been to 1000 Markets stop by today and take a look today. It is a beautiful site, with wonderful artists.

Don't forget I am having a sale in my Etsy shop 15% off selected items, and free shipping on everything all month.

I hope you get a few surprises today!

Only a couple of days left on my poll, please take a moment and answer. Thanks!

Want more information for adding Google Analytics to you shop and blog check out these Etsy Forum topics for more info.

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1000 Markets

1000 Markets is a unique community of marketplaces, connecting artisan merchants with people who love their product.

A large selection of jewelry from bead work to metal crafting

The markets are large and small, some have themes, others are placed around a region. Each market fosters its own one-of-kind community, and is always unique and interesting.

A variety of art from Chicagoland artists

Stop by and check out all the wonderful 1000 Market shops, there is something for everyone.

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Father's Day Specials

Father's Day is just around the corner (June 21). Buy your Dad something unique this year, shop handmade.

Check out all the cool items on Etsy and 1000 Markets.

Additions Style Special Deal

Purchase a gift for your Dad from my collection of jewelry, cuff links, key chains, and money clips in my Etsy shop and receive a FREE pair of earring with your purchase! (Available from 6/1/09 - 6/12/09)

Its like getting two gifts in one.

Don't forget about flat fee shipping. Read all about it here.

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New Shipping Policy

New in my Etsy or 1000 Markets shops, purchase as many pieces as you want for a flat rate shipping cost.

All packages are sent through the United States Postal Service (USPS) first class mail with delivery confirmation (domestically only).

New Rates

$3.00 within the U.S.

$4.00 internationally

Now you can purchase as many piece as you like with no extra cost.

Included with this new shipping rate is new packaging and business cards!

Ribbon colors vary

I Would love to know what you think of my new packaging.

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Accessory Style - Stacked Braclets

The hot new trend for spring & summer 2009 is stacked bracelets.

Update your wardrobe with bangles and cuffs putting a new spin on wearing jewelry.

♦Do all one color in different sizes and shapes

♦Create texture by mixing your prints (zebra, tiger, and wood)

♦Wear a tight cuff with a loose bangle

♦Wear gold, silver, copper and brass together

♦Stack up skinny bangles with beaded bracelet, charm bracelets, and a bangle

The combinations are limitless. Create your own look, mix the bracelets you have with some fun new styles from Etsy or 1000 Markets.

Don't forget you can stack your necklaces too. Wear two or three at a time and instantly create a new look.

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1000 Market - Things I love

I thought this year I would plan ahead and start looking for Mothers Day gifts early. I found some wonderful items on 1000 Markets today, and I thought I would share three items I love.

All the cards in this shop are eclectic and a little different from your usual Mothers Day cards.

Thanks: A greeting card by Traceyj

This candle holder is like getting an original painting with a candle.

Wish Candle Holder by stypecreative

The Paintings in this shop draw you in that you are going to want one in every room of your house.

Fruitful Times by Genie

There are wonderful items on 1000 Markets, stop by and find a unique Mothers Day gift for your mom.

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New Art on 1000 Markets

My 1000 Markets shop has been updated with collections, and several new items. Check out my new site and see all the cool items available.

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Fashion & Jewelry 2009 Trends

As the season changes spring trends are on every one's mind.

This week I did a blog post with hot trends for the season from Esty artists - check out Accessory Style.

I also found some great information on how trends get started and a list of sites to check out for more fashion information - check out Who Started that Trend?.

Well I found another great blog post with all the jewelry trends for the season - check out Spring/Summer 2009 Jewelry Trends from the Jewelry Artisan Market Place on 1000 Markets.

With all this trend information we should all be prepared to look our best this spring and summer.

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Shop News - Blog News - Personal News

Wow, I can't believe how fast the holiday's got here, less then one week away. I had some good sales in my shop this season, and if you purchased from my shop THANK YOU!

I don't expect many sales in these last couple of weeks this year, but I will still be adding new items and start to build up my inventory.

This week

(12/20 - 24)

all US packages will be

shipped priority mail

for my regular $3 shipping fee.

Need a last minute gift

visit my Etsy and 1000 Markets shop

for fun and unique Jewelry and Accessories.

BLOG NEWS

I finished up all the posts for creating your 2010 goals. Check out Creative Goal Writing for the latest information. Next week I will have a post on strategies to help you stay on track and meet your goals for 2010.

I will still have a post everyday this week, so I hope you take a moment and stop by to check it out.

PERSONAL NEWS

My sister is coming for a week and a half during the holidays. As always I am very excited to see her and have her here with me and my family.

We will be working a little while she is here, her idea not mine. I am not the most organized person, OK, I am not organized at all, and my sister is looking forward to making big changes in my studio area. She has a plan to paint, redesign, and organize, I just have to work hard cleaning.

I will have a post with the before and after pictures the first week of January, you won't want to miss it.

Have a great week!

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Shop News

Not much

to report from my shop

this week, so today I have my

10 second commercial with a special bonus.

Shop Additions for unique and original

jewelry and accessories created from recycled

and repurposed hardware for women and men.

As my gift to you, place an order between 12/13 and 12/19

and I will send you a pair of earrings with your purchase,

to get your gift put the word BLOG in the comments section.

Happy Holidays!

BLOG NEWS

Last week I did a post to inspire you to start preparing your goals for 2010, Creative Brainstorming, as well as a post with strategies for writing your goals in Creative Planning.

Next weeks post about goals, will be about preparing and writing you goals. There will be one more post before the end of them month about using your goal list and then we will all be ready to have a creative and successful new year.

Stop by everyday and have a great week!

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Shop News

I was very excited I got 2 orders from my 1000 markets shop this past week! I have only had two other orders this whole year. I hope I can get a few more before the year is over.

I had sales in my Etsy shop as well, not as many as I would have liked, but I am happy with the sales I had. I worked hard all week promoting, so people could find my shop, maybe they will find me next week.

I am going to get back on track taking pictures of my new items, so I can get all the new stuff I created online. The plan is to do that this week, so stop in my Etsy shop to see all the new items I will be adding.

ITEM OF THE WEEK

A special just for my blog readers.

When you place a order in my Etsy Shop

put BLOG in the comments section

I will send you a FREE GIFT with your purchase

This special is for this week only (12/6 - 12)

BLOG NEWS

This past week, on Wednesday I had a post about your plan for 2010. It is a post to get you started on your planning and goal setting for the new year. I will be doing a couple of more posts over the next couple of weeks about this process. Take a few minutes to read last weeks post to get you started on the process. These posts are to inspire you to not only create your goals, but to create a plan for success.

I also started my Holiday Spirit post's this past Friday, it is a great drink and easy appetizers. New recipe's will be added this Friday, so stop by and check it out.

I hope everyone has a great week of sales, and is full of holiday spirit!

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Working on Right Now - Part 4 Color Samples

Well March 1 will be here soon and the first pieces of the new collection will be posted first in my Esty shop and then in my 1000 Markets shop.

It has been a journey to get here, a lot of mistakes, and challenges. I am glad I have found ideas that have worked and can bring you new color options on my jewelry and accessories just in time for spring.

Here are samples of some test pieces.

Be the first to see my new pieces, shop my Etsy shop on Sunday March 1 and receive free shipping on all my new color pieces. Place your vote to name my new collection (vote on the right) and when you buy any item in my shop, and put vote in the comments section you will receive a free pair of earrings with your purchase. (offer ends 3/8/09)

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Shop News - Blog News - Personal News

My shop was featured on Scoutie Girl this past week, stop by and leave a comment. It's a great blog and I am honored to be featured. Thanks Tara!

I can't say it's been a booming week, because it's been slow. I am still waiting for that holiday rush and I hope it happens this weekend.

I am working on taking pictures of my new pieces and I will be posting new items all week. I am going to start working on one of a kind pieces that I will be listing in Etsy and 1000 Markets shops in December.

Black Friday & Cyber Monday Special
Everything in my Etsy shop will have
FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE
November 27 - 30

BLOG NEWS

If you missed last weeks post Journal Prompt take a second and check it out, it will inspire you to start thinking about your plans for 2010.

Also on Wednesday's post Amazing Museums, DJ from eye shutter to think added a link to another amazing building you have to check out. The link is in the comments section.

I know it is a holiday week, but I will still post everyday. Tuesday I will have an accessory trend you can't miss, Wednesday's Photo's to Inspire will feature holiday centerpieces and table settings, and Friday my favorites from Etsy and 1000 Markets.

PERSONAL NOTE

I am looking forward to Thanksgiving this week, for the first time in a long time it is going to be just me, my husband, my daughter, and our dogs of course, and we have decided to have a non-traditional Thanksgiving, so no Turkey. I am looking forward to cooking some of our family favorites, and my daughter is going to a bake pie and cookies.

My husband gets home Tuesday after being on a 3 week long business trip and we have missed him a lot! I know he can't wait to be home and relax and we are all looking froward to a nice weekend hanging out as a family.

Have a great week!

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Creative Business - Black Friday Tips

Today I have a few quick reminder for readying you Etsy shops for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

• Change your banner and your avatar to a more festive holiday look

• Don't forget your shipping announcements - what will be your cut off date for guaranteed holiday arrival, will you offer priority mail?

• Don't forget your Featured Item section - use your most festive items there, it's the first thing people will see when they stop on your page.

• Do you create one of a kind items? - start promoting them, people are looking for those kind of items during the holidays.

• If you are having a sale start your promotions a day or two early to create excitement around shopping for your items.

• Create a buy now environment - check out this post Buy Now for tips.

I personally can't believe how fast the holiday are approaching. I will be working on my Etsy shop and my 1000 Markets shop all week.

Do you have any other ideas to share about getting ready for the holiday?

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Fashionable Spring

This has been a long cold winter for us here in the Midwest, and for the first time in a long time I can’t wait for spring. So I have been reading fashion magazines, articles, and web sites about spring fashions in anticipation for the warm spring air.

This spring accessories in bright colors are on the top of everyone’s list as the way to update your wardrobe.

Spring styles are trending toward seasonless pieces that can be worn all year long and classic in styling. In these economic times the emphasis is on value and versatility.

That’s why accessories are in the forefront of fashion and why bright colors are on everyone’s short list. People want a more individualized look and the easiest most affordable way to do that is with accessories.

Create an individualized look by choosing accessories in fun bright colors, try things like scarves, colorful handbags, and of course a variety of jewelry that makes a statement. Go to your closet pull out all your old favorites and start shopping Etsy and 1000 Markets for accessories to update and expand your spring wardrobe.

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Shop News

I am so happy I placed my last supply order, and when everything arrives I will have everything I need to keep up my inventory for the holidays.

Business is still pretty slow in my Etsy and 1000 Markets shop, and I am looking forward to things starting to pick up now that it's November. I have been looking for new avenues to market my jewelry, that won't take a lot of time. Anyone have any idea they want to share?

I created new items last week, rings, hair pins, and cuff links that I am really excited about. They will be a nice additions to my shop for the holidays. I will start posting them throughout the week, so check them out.

ITEM OF THE WEEK

All the Necklaces in my Etsy Shop will have
FREE SHIPPING all week (11/1 - 7)

Blog News

Last week I did a post about Exploring Trends, several people shared their thoughts for an interesting conversation. And if you missed Monday's post I shared ideas to make your house warm and cozy for the fall season. Take 5 minutes and check them out.

I joined Blogs by Women and I am looking forward to finding new blogs and sharing ideas. You can check them out by clicking the button.


Stop by this week for inspiration, creative ideas, and a business tip.

Have a great week!

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Coming Soon

Here are a few items that will be added to my 2 shops over the next week. I will be posting new items everyday to my Etsy shop and for two days in my 1000 Market shop.
Follow me on my twitter to find out when.

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Hardware Adventures

Two hours is the time I spent in the hardware store on my last visit, and in those 2 hours I discovered some great new finds.

I found washers in different colors

Inspiration for the texture I added to these black washers

Who knew rubber could be so cool


Every time I go to the hardware store I find something new and this year I plan to create jewelry and accessories with more unexpected items, find new ways to add texture, and watch out this spring color is coming!

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