Monday, January 11, 2010

the handmade olympics {event 7 }


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update! feb. 1, 2010
thanks so much to everyone who has entered!
what an amazing & talented bunch you are!
nominations are now CLOSED.
your nominations have been sent to the judges, and we look forward to the revealing of their short lists (on feb. 8th!) , after which everyone (that's YOU!) will have a chance to vote on who will WIN! yay!
thanks again,
k.

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yay!
please see the MAIN handmade olympics post for all of the fun-filled details & rules on the events!

now.. welcome to event 7: please leave a comment here nominating:
your favourite handmade or vintage item that's FUN!
for this event
think fun.
think interesting + happy + delightful!
think vintage or handmade that is just plain fun!

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thanks so much to our fabulous judge for this event, the superfun jena coray, editor of the fabulous modish + owner of the fun fun miss modish vintage shop!

tune in tomorrow to find out more about this fun nicey!

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remember, you can nominate yourself + another in EACH event! PLUS get bonus ballots for twittering, blogging + facebooking about the handmadeolympics! yay!

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the amazing PRIZES
valued at OVER $2000.00 USD, the handmade olympics prize packs are just gosh-darn fantastical!

this EVENT will award the following prizes!

:: a GOLD prize pack
including $150.00 worth of fun-filled goodness:
a $50 gift certificate to june shin
a $50 gift certificate to rj charms
a $50 gift certificate to mousetrap vintage

+ an *i WON* the handmade olympics banner/button image to use on your site/blog/shop
+ an artist/crafter feature on the rikrak studio blog!

:: a SILVER prize pack with $100.00 worth of handmade goodness:
a $50 gift certificate to too aquarius
a $50 gift certificate to green violet vintage

:: a BRONZE prize pack
of one FREE month of March 2010 advertisting on the rikrak studio blog! yay!

and of course, there will be ONE overall random nomination selected from all handmade olympics to WIN the FAN PRIZE PACK (a $50.00 shopping spree in the rikrak shop!)

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now check out the other events + nominate more fun folks!


 { event 1 } :: our favourite handmade goodie with an innovative design
{ event 2 } :: our favourite handmade goodie for kids
{ event 3 } :: our favourite handmade eco friendly goodie
{ event 4 } :: our favourite handmade item that inspires lovelieness + wellness (in our homes, for ourselves, etc.)
{ event 5 } :: our favourite handmade personality/group forwarding kindness thru handmaking
{ event 6 } :: our favourite thrifty-forward, sustainable-minded blog, shop or site.
{ event 7 } :: our favourite FUN-FILLED handmade OR vintage goodie
{ event 8 } :: our favourite handmaking-focus blog

just click on the above links to enter each!


happy handmaking, nicies!




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78 comments:

  1. sabahnur11 January, 2010 20:02

    for fun my reindeer bird
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37194251

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  2. Jennifer Woodall11 January, 2010 21:30

    My oh so fun and cute "Dog Kisses" necklace! It is the one that everyone comments on no matter what! :-)
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33730793

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  3. Denny160012 January, 2010 09:48

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38364090&ref=sr_list_12&&ga_search_query=fun&ga_search_type=all&ga_page=3&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

    These owl patterns are way too cute. You just have to smile.
    They are by ginia 18.

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  4. Denny160012 January, 2010 09:52

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32474042

    I nominate this little tote bag that I made. I love the fabric. These are remnants from a decorator shop. I LOVE thinking of how to use these fabrics. I centered the fabric designs on the front and back of the bag.

    These little bags are just too cute. And there's an inside pocket, too!

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  5. Megan12 January, 2010 16:15

    Hi there! For myself, I would like to nominate my Guitar Piggy pendant because he is rock-awesome and always makes me smile:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32196601

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  6. Megan12 January, 2010 16:19

    And for someone else, I nominate this awesome Dinosaur Playing Card Notebook: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31989928

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  7. thelittlereddoor13 January, 2010 09:44

    I'd like to nominate my fun little ninja http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38191165 :)

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  8. thelittlereddoor13 January, 2010 09:50

    I nominate 'The Direction of Happiness' http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37391035 by the fantastic PearsonMaron. Absolutely everything in this shop is fun + interesting + happy + delightful, but this in particular makes me smile so much
    :)

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  9. barrentree13 January, 2010 14:25

    My nomination:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37647681

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  10. Casey13 January, 2010 15:02

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36067952

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  11. Unknown13 January, 2010 16:37

    I'd like to nominate my Friends Forever Card & Bracelets set!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=29216130

    I think this item is perfect for this event because:
    bright colors + friends= Fun!

    Thanks,
    Rachel
    from Camp Smartypants

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  12. Chakra Pennywhistle14 January, 2010 01:18

    nominating Trampoline

    Kim's instant collections are genius :)

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37962376

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  13. bananaicecream14 January, 2010 09:26

    I nominate my handmade snowflake embelishments because I had so much fun making them. The paper was hand painted, hand glittered, hand punched and then the rinestone was glued. Creating something so beautiful out of plain white paper was so fulfilling.

    http://bananaicecreamkids.blogspot.com/2009/12/rhinestone-snowflakes.html

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  14. Shabang14 January, 2010 11:51

    ::cuteness alert::

    I'd like to nominate my fun little Alice in Wonderland inspired necklace:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38299194

    And sleepyrobot13's Robot Key to your Heart necklace:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37895144

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  15. Shabang14 January, 2010 12:03

    I tweeted about the handmade olympics!

    http://twitter.com/SHAbangdesigns

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  16. The Village Idiot14 January, 2010 16:28

    Hi!! This is a really great idea and an amzing way to get to know fellow etsy shops!

    I want to enter my "Bejeweled Bauble" necklace :

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35166387

    it's a great mix of fave vintage finds and a few new...

    Happy games to all!

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  17. Beau Rabbit14 January, 2010 18:12

    For Fun! I am nominating my Frou Frou Feather Trees.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15336007

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  18. is me14 January, 2010 19:07

    I love the rabbits in this shop!!! They are funnest thing on Etsy - if not ever! However, this is the funnest thing she makes for you iPod Nano (though, I miss the Pocket Bacon):

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37129761

    Though, these rings are pretty cooly fun too:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37811727

    And these all masks are all so amazingly elegant AND totally fun [http://www.etsy.com/shop/Pilgrimage] but my favorite has to be:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35737934

    um, I'm not sure I have anything fun in my shop... but I did just open an Artfire shop with this on it (the funnest one I haven't finished yet):
    http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&op=listing&product_id=984560

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  19. Anonymous14 January, 2010 23:12

    my entry for the vintage olympics:
    1970s retro print pop geo grey deco blue mod tan stripes handmade tote:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28732269

    Thanks
    mary
    hoganfe handmade
    handbag originals

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  20. wzgirl15 January, 2010 10:56

    Ooo! Fun!

    I just love all of Berkeley Illustration prints because they are so much darn fun! Here is my current fave:

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vt_related_1&listing_id=38463548 I just bought a collection of 6 for my office. I work with kids & think that they will be a big ol' hit!

    If I may, here is a "Tiny Wee" bit of fun from my own shop: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38539008

    Fun!

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  21. Derya15 January, 2010 19:01

    I think my butterfly earrings are all very colorful, lively and fun. I've created them by printing real butterfly images on organza fabric.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37463836

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  22. Luttrell Studio16 January, 2010 16:24

    I would like tonominate my new Sterling Silver Bubble Wand Necklace!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38655393

    It's fun, mischevious and beautiful!

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  23. Jean16 January, 2010 19:45

    i'd like to nominate my wild mushrooms necklace. that crazy beehive just makes me giggle. thanks!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21404993

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  24. Jen from SewnNatural17 January, 2010 06:56

    hi!

    I'm going to nominate my little love gnomes, needle felted wee packages of sweetness and delight.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38242440

    Thanks!

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  25. Jessica17 January, 2010 10:56

    This Doll Hunt handmade boardgame blows my mind! It is so creative and beautiful. The point is to assemble a complete doll to win the game. You have to see this:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30089631

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  26. Wendymoon18 January, 2010 12:15

    I'd like to nominate my wide-mouthed frog gocco cards. Fun to make, fun to give.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38109869

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  27. Wendymoon18 January, 2010 12:23

    Tweeted about it too!

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  28. skeptis18 January, 2010 17:07

    Amazing Crochet sculpture 'The Beatles Octopus' Garden' by Meekssandygirl:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=29947662

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  29. skeptis18 January, 2010 22:40

    I also blogged about the handmade olympics:

    http://skeptis-thisisgreen.blogspot.com/2010/01/jewelera.html

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  30. Yummy & Company18 January, 2010 23:00

    Sweet Love Vintage...one of the best for sure!
    http://www.etsy.com/shop/SweetLoveVintage

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  31. Charlotte Hupfield Ceramics19 January, 2010 04:22

    I'm nominating my Colourful Landscape Bowl for this event. The design is inspired by the patterns and textures found within the landscape, but I've made it fun by using bright colours and abstract decoration. It also has a pool of melted glass in the base which adds to the quirkiness of the piece, and contrasting materials used.

    http://www.charlottehupfieldceramicsshop.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9&products_id=6

    I've tweeted about the handmade olympics! http://twitter.com/CHCeramics

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  32. Charlotte Hupfield Ceramics19 January, 2010 04:24

    I also nominate this Strawberry Picnic Bangle by Pennydog. It is both fun and retro with the strawberry patterned fabric embedded into the resin. I've asked for a bangle to be made just for me!

    http://www.penny-dog.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_12&products_id=317

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  33. Amy19 January, 2010 21:05

    this painting is SO fun to me.
    "joie de vivre" is my favorite saying. it's french for the "joy of life".

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31480976


    i also tweeted at twitter.com/amylapi
    :)

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  34. Charlotte Hupfield Ceramics20 January, 2010 04:04

    I also blogged about the handmade olympics :)

    http://charlottehupfieldceramics.blogspot.com/2010/01/handmade-olympics.html

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  35. Suzanne@threepeats20 January, 2010 08:36

    Fun, funky and funkalicious. My T shirt yarn necklace

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30486401

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  36. Cale Lopp20 January, 2010 10:12

    I think this little vintage dot-to-dot is soooo cute!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36559625

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  37. Cale Lopp20 January, 2010 10:17

    I have to enter this...I just love the item and it makes me laugh every time I see it!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36717112

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  38. Unknown20 January, 2010 13:21

    I'd like to nominate our (I work on This Charming Candy with a friend) delicious, cheery red Pomegranate lollipops.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36307969

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  39. Anonymous20 January, 2010 15:27

    my funky tangerine dream earrings
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38934761

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  40. lillyella20 January, 2010 17:53

    ok - back to enter this category! For fun filled item, I would like to enter this Pocket full of posies ensemble by fringe:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38595670

    it is just amazing, and what i consider really fun in a fashion sense (which Im all about)

    thank you!
    nicole@lillyella

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  41. lillyella20 January, 2010 17:54

    for a fun filled item from *my* shop, I'm nominating my new Pushing Daisies Necklace!
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38739099

    again, Im all about the fashion fun.

    thanks so much, loving this!
    Nicole @ lillyella

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  42. Anonymous20 January, 2010 20:02

    I nominate these fun and adorable YoYo Magnets! They bring a cheery and sunny side to anyone's fridge or filing cabinet :)

    http://pinsandpaper.bigcartel.com/product/yoyo-magnets-set-of-4-neptune-algae

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  43. Laura21 January, 2010 13:02

    My fun flip doll - mild mannered librarian to super hero!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31456246

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  44. Eclectic Design Choices21 January, 2010 14:57

    My first nomination:
    Romantic Italian Porcelain Figurine
    EDCCollective
    This statue makes me smile.
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22289402

    My second nomination:
    Hippie Peace and Love Penguin Ornament
    DivaDea
    I giggle everytime I see DivaDea's penguins. It was difficult to pick just one.
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37095599

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  45. Beth21 January, 2010 16:24

    I nominate this "All Tied Up" creation. Fabulous fun & funky originality.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37940072

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  46. Megan Goldkamp21 January, 2010 16:39

    These earrings are so fringy and fun to play with.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24807898

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  47. Art2ArtColorado21 January, 2010 17:40

    I recently discovered this shop, ikimono, and we had such a lovely conversation this week.
    I would like to nominate this beautiful vintage silk kimomo jacket that she has:

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27324202

    I'd like to nominate this fun little assemblage from my shop:
    "The Shrine of the Fairy Queen".

    Thanks so much for this opportunity & for looking!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14277747

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  48. MagicMarkingsArt21 January, 2010 18:48

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  49. PersimonDreams21 January, 2010 18:58

    For this event I'm going to have to nominate an item form my jewelry shop, www.theapple.etsy.com.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38767906

    my vintage typewriter rings - stylish, quirky, and fun!

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  50. PersimonDreams21 January, 2010 18:59

    My nomination from another shop has to go to MiniMade's Bookworm, Bookmark:

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38767906

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  51. MagicMarkingsArt21 January, 2010 19:13

    Sorry - let me do this the correct way...
    For myself ~ I playfully nominate my set of 3 "True friends touch your heart" hand painted, sculptural art blocks. Inspired by the creative child in all of us.
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38158801

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  52. MagicMarkingsArt21 January, 2010 19:17

    My nomination for another artist whose work is a delightful bit of vintage fun ~ Starforeman's Go Go gadget Goggles - Fine Art Print
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26114365

    Just Play!

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  53. MagicMarkingsArt21 January, 2010 22:25

    And another comment from my peanut gallery - just finished a post on my blog about this awesome event and want to wish the best to all the creative souls listed here and to give thanks for the inspiration we give to one another on a daily basis!
    http://magicmarkingsart.blogspot.com/2010/01/2010-handmade-olympics.html

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  54. Debra21 January, 2010 23:06

    I nominate the Olympics moose
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25958906

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  55. Felicia22 January, 2010 00:44

    For extra fun at your next wine or dinner party, use these Stylish Stemware Slinkies!

    They fit any stemware, and keep drinks identified with a fun flair.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36085415

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  56. Nora22 January, 2010 01:37

    Here are my nominations:

    Someone Else: flapperfly
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14494106&ref=sr_list_4&&ga_search_query=handmade+vintage+goodie&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&order=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

    My Work: TreasuresRenewed
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38777992

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  57. Meghan22 January, 2010 09:49

    Hi! I'm nominating my uber-fun stormy muff scarf. It screams fun!
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38255669

    I'm also nominated Brimbly the Tundra Beast from www.applebeast.etsy.com--so cute and so much fun!
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38454241

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  58. Lennymud22 January, 2010 12:12

    I'd like to shamelessly nominate my own monster ice cream/cereal bowls
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38397527

    Because it's easy to get grouchy on an empty stomach,
    and because once you add ice cream it REALLY is fun-filled!!

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  59. Steph Calvert22 January, 2010 12:27

    ok for most fun, i'd love to nominate my brand new mousepad design:

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38523815

    and i'd also love to nominate this card by the frantic meerkat!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39020314

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  60. SuzyQs22 January, 2010 15:07

    I think this quilt is so much fun! I just love the fabrics and colors.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38249745

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  61. Nauli24 January, 2010 14:35

    I would like to nominate the wonderful girl who knits from ana from fricdementol.etsy.com
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37698411 . Perhaps because I feel like she is holding a mirror in front of every crafting woman! It's me, it's you...

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  62. Erika Price24 January, 2010 17:43

    For myself, in this Category I'd like to nominate great fun Licorice Allsorts earrings: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35965923

    And for someone else, I'd like to nominate this really fun Cinnamon Streusel Bagel necklace by 3Squares: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35106753 (I love all her stuff, but this one particularly makes me smile!)

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  63. brooke25 January, 2010 07:46

    I already nominated my frou frou feather trees above, but now I wanted to nominate someone else. Sorry it took so long-I had to find out where I had bookmarked it!

    It is by franticmeerkat on etsy and it makes me laugh out loud when I see it.

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31870344

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  64. Anna @ IHOD25 January, 2010 14:24

    Hi! I have a few things to nominate:)
    THis Hot Pink Carry On Luggage from JessJamesJake!
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35872993

    Also, these Vintage Beauty Formal Pins from my shop,
    In Honor Of Design
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35872993

    Thanks for the opportunity! So many wonderful items!

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  65. Anna @ IHOD25 January, 2010 14:31

    Spreading the word! Posted on my facebook fan page!
    http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beloit-KS/In-Honor-Of-Design/140376878698

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  66. Anna @ IHOD25 January, 2010 14:35

    posted about it on twitter!
    twitter.com/inhonorofdesign

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  67. LoveCharlesVintage26 January, 2010 10:38

    This romper I would consider one of my most fun pieces.
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38996575
    Reminds me of something that would make an excellent Mad Hatter inspired outfit!

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  68. LoveCharlesVintage26 January, 2010 10:40

    This shorts are the epitome of fun! From an amazing young local designer that I know.
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39243757

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  69. Donna VW26 January, 2010 13:25

    My sister makes these great fun quilts:

    http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=16091002


    Her blog is http://runandsewuilts.wordpress.com/

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  70. MichMade26 January, 2010 14:25

    For fun, I'd like to nominate my half circle wood necklace. The circles come in different colors and can be dressed up or down :)

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18580092

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  71. Maryanne26 January, 2010 14:30

    I would love to nominate these stickers from The Art of Joy...

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28654730

    These are so fun to include when packing orders! I love them!

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  72. OliveStreetStudio30 January, 2010 11:48

    I'm nominating our reversible beach tote...because the colors on these fabrics say 'calm...tranquility...salt air...' to us!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38938979

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  73. June (planetjune)30 January, 2010 15:09

    I'd like to nominate my fun crocheted Lemmings:
    http://www.flickr.com/photos/planetjune/3303830397/

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  74. the_oreo_8830 January, 2010 23:46

    This was really awesome, these earrings were inspired by my favorite band (breaking benjamin), and what's more fun than good music?

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37336304

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  75. Mary Grace Thomas @ Test of Time31 January, 2010 08:17

    I'd love to nominate these vintage playing cards - the illustrations are fabulous!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39164431

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  76. cara and d31 January, 2010 18:04

    I would like to nominate my crossword puzzle necklace...
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37867090

    and I would also like to nominate chasedream's moustache crayons...
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37125169

    Good luck everyone!

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  77. Anonymous31 January, 2010 18:56

    I'd like to nominate Yael Frankel's Rub Ons because you turn boring things into fun things with them!

    For my own nomination I choose A Little Nonsense - my illustration print based on a Willy Wonka quote :D

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  78. Elle31 January, 2010 22:15

    I've got to nominate this fun steampunk necklace I favorited and featured in a treasury on Etsy a while back: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35239491

    I'm also going to nominate one of my upcycled fabric barrettes: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38437406. Eco-friendly and loads of fun!

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thanks so much for your comments, nicies!
it's a joy to read what everyone writes here.
thank you!

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