February Challenge (No. 11, Part 3)

This morning I saw the first Crocus popping up in my yard. Which reminded me it was time to post part 3 of our February Team Challenge- April Showers Bring May Flowers!



First up is this gorgeous floral bracelet from Babble On Jewelry. I am not surprised it already sold, it's beautiful!











Creatiate made this sweet card using 100% recycled materials.












This is a really neat quilted bookmark from Fabric Greetings!















The last of our entries for this week is this pretty turquoise business card holder from Jeanie Bean Handknits!







Next week I'll be back with the last of the entries for our February Challenge. In the meantime don't forget to submit something for our March challenge!
http://heartsandhandsunited.blogspot.com/2011/03/march-team-challenge-cinco-de-mayo-open.html

March Team Challenge - Cinco De Mayo!! Open to Everyone!

Our Challenge team working hard to make sure that our challenges are fun and this one tops them all..So many Cinco De Mayo colors to choose from as you ..You can get an idea of the colors included in this celebration on this vibrant colorful site or from one of the many out there...

We also would like to give you the opportunity to include the colors of the flag of Mexico which are green, white and red..You can also see the design on the enclosed link..

You are only as limited as your imagination...A lot to work with here to make it a fabulous Cinco de Mayo Celebration..........xox Alyce, Laura, Lynn and Trudy

http://www.mapsofworld.com/flags/mexico-flag.html

http://www.party411.com/PlanYourParty/Holiday/CincodeMayo/tabid/562...

January Challenge (No. 10, Part 3)

This week we have 3 more pretties for our January Challenge. Which, in case you forgot, was to make something based on Spring/Spring Planting or the color/stone aquamarine.

Our first two entries of the week are both pairs of earrings, but each pair takes on a different aspect of the challenge.






In the aquamarine category are these beautiful filigree earrings from Blue Velvet Heart!













Our second pair, from Jewels by Trish, is a perfect representation of Spring with its pretty pink and green lampwork beads.














Lastly, we have something totally different. This adorable bag from Robin's Flight does double duty as a key chain and a card holder!






I'll be back next week with the last of our wonderful January entries! In the meantime, don't forget to submit your February challenge item!
http://heartsandhandsunited.blogspot.com/2011/02/reposting-february-challenge.html

January Challenge (No. 10, Part 2)

Week two of our popular January challenge and we have some more great entries. Remember the challenge was to create something based on Spring/Spring planting or the color or stone Aquamarine.



First up is this pretty in pink pair of earrings made from vintage buttons by Woman with Tools!
















Check out the beautiful tulips in this card from KPTography!














Last but not least, is this great Beach Glass coaster set from Zieak!









I'll be back next week with more wonderful items! In the meantime, don't forget about the February challenge!
http://heartsandhandsunited.blogspot.com/2011/02/reposting-february-challenge.html

December Team Challenge (No. 9, Part 4)

The grand finale is here! Time to post the last of our December HHU Team Challenge entries. Remember that our themes for the month were Love Makes the World Go Round and Presidents Day.





First up are these adorable earrings made with vintage buttons from Woman with Tools. These are definitely one of a kind!













Our final item is a very pretty and feminine necklace from Jewels by Trish!












I'll be back next week with the first of our entries from our January challenge http://heartsandhandsunited.blogspot.com/2011/01/january-2011-challenge-from-hhu-team.html. No pressure, but there are just 3 days left until the deadline!

Team Spotlight! Seven Oak Farm!

This week we would like to introduce you to Nancy from Seven Oak Farm! Take a look at these beautiful luminaries from her shop (oh yeah, she can also make you an awesome banner for your shop)!

1. Your name, nickname and a little about who you are

Hello! I am Nancy, just a farm girl now living in a small town but still love the farm life. I have several nicknames but Bossy Boots is used the most. Not sure why though! Just kidding, I am my Mother!

2. Surprise us with something about you that you think will shock us!

My life is not very shocking! I once played piano and sang with a Gospel group that traveled Ohio, WV, VA, KY and Indiana.

3. What is your main craft/art/collectible?

I have struggled to find my niche. The problem is that I love so many things. I have settled in my desire to design unique items that are woodsy, nature themed, rustic with a Farmhouse feel. Luminaries and branch coasters have settled into what I will be designing.

4. How did you start with Etsy?

I started with Etsy selling vintage, prim dolls and comics. I then added a graphics shop then a soap shop. I was looking for a place to have my own store without all the hoopla of my own website and found Etsy. I will be phasing out my vintage shop soon to work on my other two shops more.

5. Any secrets to share for success? or What tool do you use to track your success?

I haven’t reached a point that I feel I have been successful. Always learning and always improving.

6. Hobbies or pastime when you are not doing Etsy.

I love doing graphic designs, it really is mind soothing to me. Spending time with my parents, Mike, friends and family.

7. Where would your dream vacation be? and why?

Springtime in Vermont or Upstate NY because it is sooooooo beautiful there

8. What do you hope to contribute and gain from Hearts and HandsUnited?

Hopefully I will contribute ideas and offer friendship.

9.Your shop address

www.sevenoakfarm.etsy.com

www.thebannerloft.etsy.com

Facebook address

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=666411154

Twitter

@sevenoakfarm

10. Where do you draw your inspiration from? Your strength?

Nature is so inspiring to me and history of things past. When I see an acorn my thought is what can I do to keep this going. I believe something can be made from anything with imagination.

11. Free writing anything you want to say

One of the best decisions was joining HHU. I was here almost from the beginning. I have learned so much and come to know some pretty terrific people.

Team Spotlight! Puttin' on the Dog Design!

Today we want to introduce you to Nancy of Puttin' on the Dog Design! She makes all kinds of great items for your pampered pooches. Check out this silky crate mat, made specifically for long haired pups.


1. Your name, nickname and a little about who you are.

Hi, I'm Nancy and my friends call me "knancy" (kay-nancy) or "knancyknep" (kay-nancy kay-nep) - something about the alliterative quality I guess. :) I live almost literally in "Mickey's Backyard" in West Kissimmee, Florida. I've lived in Florida for about 27 years and grew up in Pennsylvania. I love Florida because I need the sunshine and warmth to keep my sunny disposition and I love the beach and the sounds of the ocean.

2. Surprise us with something about you that you think will shock us!

Something that surprises most folks about me is that I was almost born in an airplane that my mother was piloting. My parents lived across from a small municipal airport and they were into flying - they both earned their pilot's licenses and owned a Piper Cub with a few other members of my family. When my mother was about due to deliver me, she decided to go for an afternoon spin and while she was in the air, she started having labor pains! As soon as she landed, she went to the hospital!

3. What is your main craft/art/collectible?

My main craft is making dog clothes and accessories and also custom-embroidered items. I learned to sew in elementary school and made my own clothes in high school and college. It's always exciting to me to take a piece of fabric and trims and create something beautiful or funky! Sometimes I like to use classic lines, but most of the time I like to let my imagination run wild!

4. How did you start with Etsy?

After working for more than 35 years in the non-profit sector I got laid off from my job where I had just observed my 20th anniversary of working there. It was a hard time, but it gave me the opportunity to be at home (I traveled frequently) with my sweet kitty Babe and started enjoying being "semi-retired". Actually, I've realized this was a gift, because I'd been suffering symptoms of fibromyalgia for years and was finally diagnosed about a month ago, after having a terrible flare. I tried some at-home telephone work, but I didn't like it so I decided to start a business combining my love for sewing and my love for dogs. It has been a little slow getting started but in the past few weeks, I am seeing a glimmer of hope with lots more interest in my creations.

I got started with etsy due to a friend who knew about etsy and encouraged me to start with a shop instead of creating my own web site from the ground up. I especially liked the ease of being able to use Paypal and also listing my items without too much difficulty.

5. Any secrets to share for success? or What tool do you use to track your success?

I don't have a lot of secrets for success, because I haven't had much success yet. But I live in hope!

7. Where would your dream vacation be? and why


My dream vacation would be to a tropical island resort where I could look out on the ocean and hear the waves crashing on the shore. I'd enjoy sampling an abundance of native foods, and relax on the beach. I would like to see sites of interest of the area, but I'm not a real touristy person. And, I would want to enjoy it with a best friend or companion.

8. What do you hope to contribute and gain from Hearts and Hands United?

I hope that I contribute support and encouragement (and maybe some sales :) to HHU and hope to receive the same. I want to form some deep friendships here where I can share my celebrations of good things and my disappointments when things are rough. I appreciate so much the efforts of team members to be caring and concerned for each other.

9. Where can we find you?

Etsy - http://puttinonthedogdesign.etsy.com

10. Where do you draw your inspiration from? Your strength?

I draw my inspiration and strength from my deep faith in a loving and compassionate God. Knowing that I am a child of God enables me to be joyful in life's precious moments and be strong in the challenging times. My life has not been easy, especially in the last 6 years, but God has sustained me, guided me, and given me peace in even the worst of my struggles.

11. Free writing anything you want to say.

I am so pleased to be a part of Hearts and Hands United. You all brighten my days and make me laugh!

November Team Challenge (No.8, Part 1)

The holidays are right around the corner and, if you haven't finished your shopping, one of the entries for this month's challenge may be just what you are looking for. Our challenge for November was to make something using one of the following criteria:
1. New Year's celebration Party, Resolution, and Plans for the up coming year..the added colors for this challenge is the classic combination of black and white.
2. Winter White and Pale Blue and Silver.
3. The Birthstone for the month of Jan. is Garnet.


Our first entry is this beautiful set of coasters from
Terrills Tiles. No more Egg Nog rings on the coffee table!











Gorgeous is what I think when I look at this beautiful bracelet and earring set from GoldenCatDesigns. Sorry, someone else must have thought the same thing because they are already sold!










Next week, I'll be back with two more beautiful and unique items! In the meantime don't forget to get your items ready for our December challenge http://heartsandhandsunited.blogspot.com/2010/12/december-team-challenge.html.

Presenting - The HHU Team!

So, Normally on Monday's we present you with a collection of the friends of the Hearts and Hands United Team. However, this week we thought we would dazzle you with some of the best of our team! This treasury has been carefully selected by WomanWithTools (also NouveauxRetro). Enjoy!

'Color Your World' by HeartsandHandsUnited

A rainbow selection of some of my favorite items from members of Team Hearts And Hands United.

Set of Original Min... teeheeproducti... $50	Black Cat Emerald E... HeadchangeCrea... $5.39	Fabric earrings - L... earjeans $14	Pixie Necklace - Gr... AnikasArt $22
Tea Light Holder wi... ConfectionsInG... $15	Small Fleece Squeek... puttinonthedog... $2	Kindle 1/Kindle 2 C... OpossumHollowR... $27.5	Original Fox Painti... artbytrudy $50
Chunky Knit Cowl Ne... JeanieBeanHand... $48	Abstract, stained g... DesignsStained... $67	Orange Jade Hoop Ea... jewelrybyjakem... $12	Silver Foil Millefi... JewelsbyTrish $22.25
Autumn Colors, Fall... lterrill9 $17	Pumpkin and Leaves ... RitzeeRebel $11	Glass bead stitch m... marlan $6.5	Texas Longhorn Viso... MaisondeTerre $20

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Friends of Hearts and Hands United!

Go Check out this treasury! Some of our friends from the HHU Team Etsy thread!