Want some real unique and handcrafted items? Well look no futher stop by Nature Manipulated at artfire. Michelle from New York runs this great store. She creates visual, wearable and practical art that reflects upon nature and all of its elements.

Michelle creates a variety of items earrings, greeting cards, bookmarks, necklaces, and many more. She has study art and photography and has enjoyed creating since she was a kid.

Fall Contest!

With the season of Fall starting on the 22nd I am holding a contest to celebrate the new season. Fall is definitely in the air with the crisp cool air and the changing of the leaves what better way to get into the fall season then to vote for your favorite Fall or Halloween card.

Just go to my store and look at my Fall or Halloween Card sections. Then come back here and leave a comment on what is your favorite. Contest will run from Tuesday the 22nd to Sunday the 27th. Winner will be randomly drawn via random.org. Winner will be notified on September 29th.

The winner wins a set of four blank cards plus a Fall or Halloween card of their choose. And it doesn't have to be the one you voted on. When leaving your vote make sure you have left an email address.

To get more entries:
1- Follow my blog. Already following? You have the entry. Gets you an extra entry.

2- Become a Fan! Already a Fan? You have the entry. Gets you an extra entry.

3- Promote this contest on your blog. Gets you two more entries.

4- Promote this contest on twitter, facebook, or other venue. Gets you two more entries.

Just list what you did extra in the comment. Good Luck and Happy Fall!!

LABOR DAY SALE!!

Today and tomorrow you can get 25% off your order of $10.00 or more @ A Special Touch. Just use coupon code LABOR DAY AT CHECKOUT.

WEEKEND SALE!!

There's nothing like a GREAT SALE! Just this WEEKEND ONLY I am giving a Free Gift on every item. Just use the coupon code FREE CARD at checkout.

So get two cards for the price of one. You can't beat that. Remember Halloween and Christmas are fast approaching so make sure you don't miss out on this great offer.

Everyone have a safe and restful Labor Day Weekend!!

Visit me at A Special Touch

CONTEST STARTS TODAY!!!

Would you like to win $25 Gift Certificate? Who wouldn't right? Starting today and running till Saturday you could be entered to win this.

All you have to do is purchase from the participating stores from the You Can Sell IT! Guild. And the COOL thing is each item purchased is an entry in the drawing. So the more items purchased the higher your percentage of winner goes up.

We have 16 participating stores with a wide variety of products to choose from. So make sure your not left out of this GREAT contest. Below the list of the participating stores is listed with links directly to their stores.

So come on into A Special Touch store and get those great cards for the upcoming season now. Each card you purchase will be an entry in the drawing.

Happy Shopping and GOOD LUCK!!!

Featured Artisan

Today's featured artisan is Val @ ValMade on artfire.



She makes BEAUTIFUL cards for any occasion. The cards are made with quality and from the heart.



Cross Stitch is also available that she has done.



And if thats not enough she also creates great items from knitting. This one talented individual that you don't want to miss out on her on BEAUTIFUL work.

So come check this store out keeping in mind of the upcoming holiday season.

Featured Artisan

Sihui "SiSi" owns the artfire studio "Peacefully Folding.
She operates out of Hong Kong and makes GORGEOUS origami pieces. Her collections include Cards, Jewelry, and Magnets.
If you want something specific she also offers custom orders.
Check out her shop at: http://www.origamibysisi.artfire.com

Childrens Birthday Cards

At A Special Touch a new line of cards will be posted. Children birthday cards and party invitations is in the works. We either have children of our own or at least have friends and family members that do. Theres nothing like giving a child the perfect birthday card to make them feel special. My children love their birthday cards that they get from friends and family members and of course as a mom I end up scrapbooking them into their birthday page for that year.

Birthday parties are big for children. I know year after year my children bring home party invitations from their friends throughout the school year. There will also be invitations listed that will be great for any boy or girl having a party.

There will be a line of birthday cards for both boy and girls specifically for ages one to five. Its seems like the first five years are the fastest and so much happens during these years that we tend to celebrate these more than any other.

I hope to have these all made and posted in the coming month. Like always come check out my store for any of your card needs and if you don't find what you want please feel free to contact me about what your looking for.

Everyone have a good Thursday. And don't forget to shop handmade and support the hard working artist that bring us such great products.

New Fall Cards

My Special Touch has added 8 new fall cards perfect for the upcoming holiday season. They are all made from 80 lb acid and lignin free cardstock and decorative embellishments. The cards are left blank for your personal message to be added. The cards would be perfect for saying Happy Thanksgiving to your long distance relatives or some are perfect to drop a note during the fall season. Whatever the reason these cards are unique and great for any reason. Check them out before they disappear.
http://www.angelmaz.artfire.com

A Special Touch News

Well we have started the month of August and I know there are plenty of things that we all have to do this month. Getting our children ready for back to school and doing our last family getaways. At A Special Touch there are several events going on. First is the promotion of buying a set of Christmas Cards you will recieve two additional cards free. Second is the promotion of buy any 3 cards and you will recieve 2 cards free. And last sign my guest book at the bottom of my blog page and you will be entered into a drawing at the end of the month. The winner will recieve a 10 pack of "SNOW" Christmas Cards. The winner will be notified on September 1, 2009. Also during this month Halloween cards will be posted in my studio. Here is one that I have completed and posted.

Materials

There are so many places to get the materials needing in doing my cards. I use different outlets to obtain my materials. I shop from one cataloge mainly but sometimes you like going into a craft store and browsing the aisle. There are so many different types of materials and its nice to be able to shop for them locally. Whats bad is when the store doesn't hold up when it comes to keeping the shelves stocked. Recently I have been thru this. I was looking for a specific cardstock color they selled and checked that store on several different occassions to see if was back on the shelf. Needless to say it wasn't. I went to another store but of course they don't sell the same brand. So where does that lead you? Well you either hold out and keep checking or like myself is having to order it thru the main branch website. Easy solution right? It is but you don't get to come across the sales or new materials that came out shopping online as much. I won't give up the stores but when you need materials and can't wait the main stores website is your next step. Next blog on family and the business.

A Special Touch on Facebook

Become a fan on my facebook page and while you there you can become fans of some of my other fans on artfire.

Handmade Greeting Cards

Don't you just LOVE handmade greeting cards? The cards just have that unique touch to them that a store bought card just can't touch. Hello! My name is Angela and I LOVE making handmade greeting cards for all occassions. This has become a passion in life and I would like to share it with you. If you have never seen a handmade card you sure are missing out. The cards can be made in so many unique ways. I know some of you may say you just don't have the time. Well theres plenty of us out there that do and love doing it. So drop by and check out the cards and even put your feedback in my blog.

http://www.angelmaz.artfire.com