The Sampler - Contributors: November 2007
  Contributors
Super Mega 200+ Item Contributions - November 2007

adeeart.com
adeeart.com

adee is obsessed with cute, silly, happy, sad, creepy, sleepy and crawly things. she makes dolls, paintings, songs, stories, videos, fabric art, etc. recently she's been making dolls from customers drawings, but her fave part of it all are the "happy customers" pages on her website. she resides in brooklyn with the loves of her life, brother & sister cats named robert smith & birdie.

www.adeeart.com

 

Adorn Magazine
Adorn Magazine

www.adornmag.com

 

Alicia Bock
Alicia Bock

In search of light and shadows, pretty things in pink, the feeling of the ocean, and a blue moon. I strive to create photographs that evoke memories of our favorite days.

www.aliciabock.com

 

axelhoney
axelhoney

Axelhoney is the art studio of Melissa Contreras. Currently showing her paintings in different galleries around the nation, she is hoping to break into a career in illustration. Melissa loves anything crafty and handmade and urges everyone to support indy designers. Oh, and be happy.

www.axelhoney.com

 

babai alainn
babai alainn

babai alainn is an online children's boutique that specializes in handcrafted, unique children's accessories, including earflap hats, beanies, and mittens. babai alainn accessories are created using a special technique that gives its accessories a textured, chunky feel.

The name "babai alainn" (bah-bee ah-lin) means "beautiful baby", and that's who our customers are! Babies and toddlers need to keep warm ,so why not keep them warm and stylish at the same time? Our hats and mittens come in a variety of colors, sizes, and styles, so everyone can find a product they like. babai alainn accessories make wonderful gifts, as they are carefully packaged with hangtags and gift tissue before they are mailed.

babai alainn accessories are sold at babaialainn.etsy.com. We also welcome wholesale and dropship inquiries.

babaialainn.etsy.com

 

Beadoodles
Beadoodles

Little things to make us happy - Beadoodles offers you original handmade sterling silver jewelry, specializing in custom sterling wire wrapped rings. We pride ourselves on fun, refreshing and clean designs that work well for casual, business or fancy dress! Mention you saw this on the Sampler website, get free shipping!

www.beadoodles.com

 

Carta Etc

www.cartaetc.com

 

Compai
Compai

Justina and Faith Blakeney and Ellen Schultz are the designers behind Compai, a crafty design studio and eco-clothing label. With a focus on sustainable design and DIY, Compai has authored 3 books, collaborated with companies like Artemide and Elio Fiorucci, and has been seen on the pages of Vogue Italia, Adorn Magazine, Glamour Italia, Venus ZIne, The San Fransisco Chronicle and on NBC's The Today Show.

www.compai.com

 

Cupcake Kawaii
Cupcake Kawaii

Cupcake Kawaii (TM) is a line of kawaii ("cute" in Japanese) graphics and mascot characters featured on apparel, decor, accessories, and more. Look for the new handmade goods section of the shop, featuring limited items! The Cupcake Kawaii interactive site is in development and will include a world where you can interact with characters, adopt virtual pets, and download printables, all for free! Stay tuned!

www.cupcakekawaii.com

 

The Everyday Kumquat
The Everyday Kumquat

The Everyday Kumquat is fine art photography careening along the picket fence of daily life, showing its knickers and proving that nothing truly is 'ordinary' in the process. Featuring the photography of Michelle Wyse, this studio attempts not only to create art, but to deliver it in a way people aren't scared to touch. This is art for the living, the laughing, the loving!

The Everyday Kumquat - extraordinary photography of the ordinary.

everydaykumquat.etsy.com

 

Funky Artsy
Funky Artsy

Sculpting art for special women to wear is one way I make the Independent Women's inner beauty visible to the world. Each piece is inspired by the qualities I love in the influential women in my life. Every set reflects some magnificence within us. All women are the canvas for my art I invite you to find the Independent Beauty within yourself and to see it reflected in each piece of my wearable art.

www.funkyartsy.com

 

Got Beads
Got Beads

www.gotbeads.com

 

Hey Pretty Cupcake
Hey Pretty Cupcake

Hey Pretty Cupcake is a collaboration of unique, one of a kind indie artists for an easy, one stop shopping experience for any shopper. We feature artists on all levels and from different countries so that the shopper gets the best selection and shopping experience on the internet. We are here to support, promote and offer a service to those who don't have the time or skills. We are also in collaboration with some of the best artists to bring you unique and one of a kind buttons, stickers, note cards, magnets, address books, calendars and more! Being as it is November and we are thankful for all of our supporters, 24 awesome Sampler recipients have an extra little card in their pack. Each card offers an awesome prize or discount. Good Luck!! Please be sure to make a visit to the wonderful collaborators that made this month's HPC sampler possible: marmeecraft.etsy.com, rachelaustin.etsy.com, unconventionalida.etsy.com , valarie79.etsy.com and heavensearth.etsy.com.

www.heyprettycupcake.com

 

Joie Studio
Joie Studio

Joie Studio combines old world style with modern flair to create stylish and elegant letterpress stationery and paper goods, including cards, gift enclosures, coasters, and calendars. We use two antique platen presses dating back to 1909 to produce our paper goods. All of Joie Studio's products are made in limited runs and handfed one at a time into the press using hand-mixed ink, giving each piece a truly personal touch and distinct artisan feel.

www.joiestudio.com

 

Lizard Press
Lizard Press

Thanks for your interest in Lizard Press! I individually design and hand print on a letterpress with vintage wood type, lead type and contemporary polymer plates on recycled and cotton paper. I love playing with different tones and textures on the press and always print in small editions, so you know that you've always purchased a limited design.

www.lizardpress.com

 

Lollibomb Beauty

www.welovelollibomb.com

 

The Lote Tree
The Lote Tree

www.thelotetree.com

 

Luster
Luster

Luster makes jewelry and accessories with a focus on plastics, glitter, candy and color!

www.lusterstudio.com

 

Manic Trout
Manic Trout

Manic Trout is a New York treat owned by artist Sierra Bailey. A passion for her work is truly evident in her unique, dramatic pieces. Using vintage buttons, silver plate wire, brass chains, Venetian glass, metal, chandelier crystals, bottle caps and other such unsuspecting materials, Manic Trout is industrial and beautiful.

www.manictrout.com

 

Martinsville Emporium
Martinsville Emporium

Here in Martinsville, we like to create various goodies that make you and your surroundings just nicer to be around - so since 2002, we've been doing just that! We have handpoured soy wax candles in funky, fun fragrances like Cotton Candy, Buttered Popcorn, and Fresh Cut Grass. Our handmade soaps are created with love and care in a variety of scents ranging from Lilac to Nag Champa. We're also fast becoming known for our lip balms in nearly 30 different incredible flavors that will have you coming back for more! Nearly all of our products are vegan, and we never do animal testing (they get so nervous, you know).

www.martinsvillesoaps.com

 

Nut and Bee
Nut and Bee

Nut and Bee is a range of illustrated and hand-produced goods, including letter writing sets, sticker sacks, bookplates, buttons, magnets and more! We specialise in the sweet and whimsical, with lots of animals, snacks, nature and naps. Our website also features "Nut and Bee's Sketchbook Sweeties", a series of drawings updated three times a week. The Sketchbooks Sweeties can be voted on, and the most popular will be featured on future Nut and Bee goods!

www.nutandbee.com

 

One Up Designs
One Up Designs

Using our removable graphics, create unique wall decor in less than an hour - keep them up for a day or a year, or until you change your mind, then simply peel off to change the look of your room.

With many design motifs available in a wide range of colors, you can now turn your blank walls into a sophisticated art installation.

www.oneupdesigns.com

 

Seven Keys Designs

kissthefrog.etsy.com

 

Smitten Kitten Originals
Smitten Kitten Originals

Smitten Kitten Originals was borne out of my true and deep obsession with yarn and the fact that my propensity to create far exceeds my ability to keep or give away. At SKO posh and practical served a serious beat down on trite and useless. What results are items that will serve you and garner compliments all the way. Scarves for keeping warm, throws for cuddling up, accessories for your bar & those that take their tea on the edge, face cloths to begin your daily regimen & guest towels to make your guests feel special, it's all at Smitten Kitten Originals.

www.smittenkittenoriginals.com

 

Unique Expressions
Unique Expressions

Unique Expressions is an eclectic collection. Comprised of innovative combinations, each item serves as a vehicle of expression. My pieces are as eclectic as my personality: made from many facets, influenced by diverse experiences, expressed in infinite ways.

jessprkle.etsy.com

 
100+ Item Contributions - November 2007

arrstar

www.arrstar.com

 

Banana Showcase
Banana Showcase

bananashowcase.etsy.com

 

Bee's Knees Industries
Bee's Knees Industries

beeskneesindustries.etsy.com

 

DeJae' BlueSpa - by Blue Diamond

www.bluediamondcandle.com

 

Dismissie
Dismissie

dismissie.etsy.com

 

Frances Mai-Ling
Frances Mai-Ling

www.mai-ling.net

 

Franky & Bean LLC
Franky & Bean LLC

Frank & Bean specializes in humorous, quirky and colorful greeting cards, thank you notes and holiday cards. Our cards include everything from a partying caveman to a pooping bunny. The collection includes birthday, get well, baby, Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, wedding, anniversary, apology and thank you cards. Visit www.frankandbean.com to see what we have to offer!

www.frankandbean.com

 

Itty Bitties For You
Itty Bitties For You

In a world of big things comes an explosion of colorful clay in the form of something itty bitty. Itty Bitties For You is your place for all things miniature ranging from cute robots to customized superhero dogs. So stop on by and become immersed in the creative world brought to you by Itty Bitties For You. And remember...these itty bitty polymer clay pieces are larger than life.

ittybittiesforyou.etsy.com

 

Jeanne's Craft Boutique
Jeanne's Craft Boutique

makefuncrafts.etsy.com

 

leethal
leethal

leethal (aka lee) designs and creates original accessories, cases, and more, using yarn and recycled materials. you can shop on leethal.net, or learn leethal methods to craft yourself in leethal's zine - do stuff! - and blog. kill em with some leethal style!

www.leethal.net

 

Microwave Girl

www.microwavegirl.com

 

Rachel Baum
Rachel Baum

Pop surrealistic works of intelligent women, nature, and animals.

www.rachelbaum.com

 

The Sublime Dragonfly
The Sublime Dragonfly

The Sublime Dragonfly was created in 2001 when a hobby became a small business....all by accident! While doing research for handmade soap for a gift, I quickly realized that handmade bath items were not only great for people with sensitive skin, but also much more affordable. So - with a few items to purchase and a small kitchen to work in, I began to make my first handmade bar of soap. Completely excited with my new "creation", I began to look into other items to make as gifts. Little by little, ideas started expanding and new products were being made. Suddenly I was asked to make gifts for bridal showers, birthdays and holidays. Hence the beginning of The Sublime Dragonfly.

Our products are created with essential oils, natural ingredients such as butters, oils, dead sea salts, and more! We use a variety of herbs in many of our products that help aid in aromatherapy practices. Natural ingredients such as oatmeal are used for exfoliation. We do not test any products on animals....just our friends! Our pet products are even tested on us! Our products are sold all throughout the US to those who know handmade is the way to go! Now it's your turn to take some time for yourself, get pampered and relax!

www.sublime-dragonfly.com

 

Sugar Lily
Sugar Lily

www.sugarlily.net

 

traveling rhinos
traveling rhinos

www.travelingrhinos.com

 

Tumbleweed Bead Co.
Tumbleweed Bead Co.

At Tumbleweed Bead Co. we believe in keeping life and accessories simple, fun and beautifully designed. Our designs elegant, finely detailed and fashionably versatile. It doesn't matter what you do, where you live or even how old you are - you now have access to gorgeous accessories for every ensemble. We're here for you and your outfit!

tumbleweedbeadco.etsy.com

 

wabisabi brooklyn
wabisabi brooklyn

Naomi Strom and MaryAnne LoVerme of wabisabi brooklyn are new to the crafts world. Inspired by wabi-sabi, a Japanese term that means finding beauty in imperfection, they have developed a technique for making jewelry using everyday paper images decoupaged onto materials such as copper, wood, and brass.

www.wabisabibrooklyn.com

 
75+ Item Contributions - November 2007

Can't Afford Em Buttons
Can't Afford Em Buttons

Can't Afford Em Buttons make buttons. We also silk screen t-shirts, sweatshirts, patches, and sometimes cool things like underwear. Now we make stickers too! In general, we stay away from machines and chemical processes in our production, preferring to do the entire process by hand whenever possible. CAE Buttons always has side projects happening and these will often make their way onto our website in addition to our "usual" products- an indie record label, handmade jewelry, a small press, handmade paper, and journals are some of the things you may find.

www.caebuttons.com

 

!!!Ice Cream Joe!!!

icecreamjoe.etsy.com

 

Project Wonderland
Project Wonderland

Project Wonderland is all about fashionable and affordable handmade jewelry and accessories. I create unique, colorful, and fun pieces. You will something for everyone from the life of party to the wall flower!

projectwonderland.etsy.com

 

Starving Artist Bazaar
Starving Artist Bazaar

Amoeba aren't just found under a microscope. Now you can wear them! Starving Artist Bazaar is an online shop that features the glasswork of Jennifer Syfu. She creates bio-themed glass jewelry, semi-precious stone jewelry and paintings.

www.starvingartistbazaar.com

 

Velvet Klaw

www.velvetklaw.com

 
50+ Item Contributions - November 2007

Absolutely Small
Absolutely Small

Absolutely cute. Absolutely strange. Absolutely Small. Original plush creatures and paintings by Claire Chambers. Visit the Small at www.absolutelysmall.com .

www.absolutelysmall.com

 

Alicia G.
Alicia G.

ClinkIts Art Glass are made by Alicia G. Alicia is a stay at home mom in Marietta, GA. Clinkits are made from stained glass and recycled glass scraps are used as much as possible. All of her glass is hand-cut and then processed to a finger safe, frosty finish.

ClinkIts can be rubber stamped and embossed for use in jewelry, collage, and paper crafting. They can also be used in mosaics or as part of your home decor. ClinkIts come in a wide variety of colors and sizes. They are available in warm tones, cool tones and mixed tones. Alicia will also custom mix any colors you'd like. Please visit www.aliciag.com to view more photos and order online. You can also email Alicia at aliciag(at)aliciag(dot)com.

www.aliciag.com

 

Apple Banana Clothing & Stuff
Apple Banana Clothing & Stuff

Apple Banana Cantaloupe is a handmade craft and clothing company which officially opened its virtual doors in June 2007.

We offer clothing and creative "stuff" for the youth and youthful at heart. Our products range from creative T's to clever tote bags, from gummy bear earrings to one-off picture frames and decorations. All our designs are unique to Apple Banana Canteloupe and we can even make custom orders (Just ask us!). We also offer cool soaps and yummy bath balls to treat yourself right.

We have also started Animal Safety Pins for a Cause (ASPC) in September 2007. All the profits from the ASPC, goes towards the Ottawa (Ontario) Humane Society.

Check us out at one of our two online stores; ( http://applebananacantaloupe.bigcartel.com/ ) or (http://applebananacantaloup.etsy.com ) and watch for a new website coming soon!

applebananacantaloupe.bigcartel.com

 

Bungle Bear Designs
Bungle Bear Designs

I love the satisfaction I get from making uniqueone-of-a-kind creations and sending them to people all over the country andworld. Visit my shop to experience the magical world of Bungle Bear and find loads of lovely fabric creations, pouches, purses, hair ties, magnets, key fobs and more!

bunglebeardesigns.etsy.com

 

Corvus

corvuscorax.etsy.com

 

Deep South Bath Co.
Deep South Bath Co.

We are a family owned business that is focused on bringing you the most relaxing setting and products. We believe that inspiration comes naturally,like our products that are inspired by nature. Our products are design to relax your mind and inspire your soul.

www.deepsouthbathco.com

 

Futurowoman Fotographie
Futurowoman Fotographie

Futurowoman Fotographie is addicted to polaroids, lomography, toy cameras, and visions through vintage viewfinders.

futurowoman.etsy.com

 

Hooked on Baby
Hooked on Baby

We specialize in baby! Let Hooked on Baby help you accessorize your baby or her room! We have an amazing selection of hair accessories, wall letters, and baby chandeliers. We also offer gift baskets for moms, starter bow sets for baby, and great shower gifts! Our items are unique, mommy made, and baby tested. We love to customize too! Come visit us, and let us specialize in your little one.

www.hookedonbaby.com

 

House of Love Records

www.cave9.com/houseoflove

 

imogene
imogene

www.imogene.org

 

Just Jenn Designs
Just Jenn Designs

justJENN designs is a line of gift products that includes personalized stationery, custom notepads, greeting cards and more!

I started justJENN designs when I took time off from my day job of theme park design, and decided to have two kids...back to back! Two years later I am back to work but also crafting, baking, designing and doing a whole lot of mom stuff. justJENN designs provides unique gifts for your friends...and yourself!

www.justjenndesigns.com

 

Lauren Urban
Lauren Urban

laurenurban.etsy.com

 

little dear
little dear

www.dreamfollow.com

 

Millenium Tsuru
Millenium Tsuru

What can be made from origami cranes? Find out at www.3DCranes.etsy.com

3Dcranes.etsy.com

 

missy kulik
missy kulik

Hello! My name is Missy. I am best known for my comics and zines, but I make things, too. I create lovable toys, buttons, pins, necklaces, and so much more. Check out my website for more of my goodies.

www.missykulik.com

 

Mixtape

hollylynne.etsy.com

 

The Paper Princess
The Paper Princess

Leslie resides in a random suburb of L.A. with her husband and three kidlets. When she's not managing her three-ring circus, she's creating new goods for her shop, The Paper Princess.

Come and visit me and view the entire line at: www.ThePaperPrincess.com!

www.thepaperprincess.com

 

Petals
Petals

petals.etsy.com

 

Soap Cafe
Soap Café

www.soapcafe.com

 

Sweet Spice
Sweet Spice

sweetspice.etsy.com

 

ZLANARAMA
ZLANARAMA

Raised by an artist and a computer programmer amidst the cheery neons of the 1980s, Betsi Goutal (aka "zlana") is the crafty, geeky, color-addicted mastermind behind zlanarama! Zlanarama evolved out of a need to create and a love of sparkles and bright colors. Betsi's sense of fun shows through in a whimsical line of jewelry including pink skull necklaces, rhinestone bunny rings, rainbow bracelets, and plastic charm earrings.

www.zlanarama.com

 
25+ Item Contributions - November 2007

Andy eats only candy
Andy eats only candy

andyeatsonlycandy.etsy.com

 

Angry Chix
Angry Chix

www.angrychix.com

 

Bead-Noir

Website Coming Soon!

 

Beth Whitcomb designs
Beth Whitcomb designs

www.bethwhitcomb.com

 

Cherry Runway
Cherry Runway

www.cherryrunway.com

 

Chicken Pox Designs
Chicken Pox Designs

chickenpox.etsy.com

 

Collected Mess Designs

collectedmess.etsy.com

 

Eye C. Treasure (aka Eye Candy Treasure)
Eye C. Treasure (aka Eye Candy Treasure)

eyecandytreasure.etsy.com

 

Feto Soap
Feto Soap

www.fetosoap.com

 

Frandi Taynch
Frandi Taynch

franditaynch.etsy.com

 

Gems and Dolls
Gems and Dolls

gemsanddolls.etsy.com

 

Grey Eye Designs
Grey Eye Designs

lilbrigid.etsy.com

 

Historically Inspired Designs

www.historicallyinspired.com

 

Jewel Alchemy
Jewel Alchemy

jewelalchemy.etsy.com

 

Jewelry By Robin Lynne
Jewelry By Robin Lynne

www.robinlynne.org/shoppe

 

Jones Notions
Jones Notions

jonesnotions.etsy.com

 

kendallina
kendallina

kendallina.etsy.com

 

Lost & Found Jewelry

www.myspace.com/lostandfoundjewelry

 

Love One World Zero
Love One World Zero

loveoneworldzero.etsy.com

 

margotbianca.etsy.com
margotbianca.etsy.com

margotbianca.etsy.com

 

MAUstudio
MAUstudio

www.maustudio.com

 

Novelty Kitten
Novelty Kitten

www.noveltykitten.com

 

The Oleander Black Art
The Oleander Black Art

theoleanderblack.etsy.com

 

Presents & Law
Presents & Law

www.presentsandlaw.com

 

Sarandipity Sentiments

www.sarandipitysentiments.com

 

Stephu72
Stephu72

stephu72.etsy.com

 

Sweet Stella Designs
Sweet Stella Designs

www.sweetstelladesigns.com

 

trennea art
trennea art

triciarennea.blogspot.com

 

trollop.com
trollop.com

www.trollop.com/shop

 

Two Busy Bees
Two Busy Bees

www.twobusybees.com

 

Wolfie and the Sneak
Wolfie and the Sneak

sk8ordiehard.etsy.com

 

The World's Dresser
The World's Dresser

theworldsdresser.tripod.com

 

Wumpus
Wumpus

wumpus.etsy.com

 

Yankee Girl Designs
Yankee Girl Designs

www.lindseyandray.com/ygd

 

zeromarkers
zeromarkers

zero.etsy.com

 
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