Today's featured artisan is ShesThatGirl. I introduce Kelly from California who does some amazing pieces of work. What the artist says:
I really enjoy creating my altered art charm bracelets. I put careful detail into the choice of colors and types of beads and charms. I know my work is of exceptional quality and anyone who has purchased one would agree. I feel it’s important to deliver a quality product that will last for many years.


She offers a variety of pendants in many different fashions. Also offers necklaces, tin boxes, fiber arts, and much more.

Found a great place to get all your bath needs. Forget store bought bath products. At Normas Bath and Body store there is a great selection of bath products.

She is located in Kentucky and has been soap making for five years. Her products are great for anyone. There is products for women, men, and children. I love the variety types she offers from a single purchase for yourself to bath sets and gift sets.

There is even soap products for the seasons. Like these Halloween Ghosts soaps. Kids would love to have these around halloween. Don't forget the upcoming Christmas Season. You can get great stocking stuffers.

So go by and check out her store and the many different products she has to offer.

Halloween is Coming Soon!

Halloween will be here soon! October is here and fall is in the air. Leaves are changing there colors and the air is cool. The pumpkins are lining the porches with the ghost and goblins in the woods. In getting ready for halloween don't forget to those halloween cards for those little goblins in your life.

At A Specal Touch the halloween cards are 10% off from now till the 23rd. So to ensure you get your cards in time for halloween order now. With each purchase you will recieve a coupon that you can use on your next shopping trip.  Here are just a few of the great halloween cards you can purchase.

YCSI Hit Parade Float #4

DELIGHTFUL STITCHES

Delightful Machine Embroidery With A Touch of Magic For You and Your Home

She has been sewing for over 30 years and still enjoys creating something new. Her store offers a variety of products. From coasters and keyrings to towels and tote bags. All are made beautifully and come in different styles and themes.
And if you don't see exactly what you want just contact her to place your custom order.
Gingerbread Men Towels


Halloween Treat Bag

With the holidays approaching this is a great place to get some one-of-a-kind presents for those special people thats on your list. And right now she is offering $10.00 off your purchasing price after purchasing one of her bears. Coupon code is "Love my Bear".

YCSI HIT PARADE FLOAT #2 PART ONE

GRANDPRAIRIEWOODWORKS

Tim works out of his studio woodshop located in Illinois. He designs and builds Mission style furniture and accessories from a history of Stickley, Limbert, Roycrofters, and others.

He carries cutting boards, kitchen utensils, clocks, lighting, and other home decor. All work is BEAUTIFULLY made and found no where else.

Like this beautiful Clock!




Like this Unique Photo Frame!

Today I am featuring Brooke who owns the THE SOAP EXPERIENCE on artfire.

She makes GREAT soap products using the Cold Process. She has spent a while in mastering this process.

All are made of NATURAL ingredients to ensure no striping of the body's natural oils.

The soaps are beautifully made with vibrant colors and great scents.

You Can Sell It! Guild Member

Every Sunday I am going to feature a member from the You Can Sell It! Guild from Artfire. This has been a great guild be a part of and our members are so talented.

Member Melekdesigns has GORGEOUS jewelry. She has been doing this for three years now. Using beads the jewelry is made beautifully. You can even request a custom order and prices are great.

So make sure you stop by and check this great jewelry maker out. Know someone who loves jewelry? Start that Christmas shopping here.


Pretty in Purple Necklace!



LOVE this Butterfly Charm Necklace!

BEAUTIFUL Green Turquoise Watch Bracelet

Today I am featuring a very talented lady from Artfire.
She is trained in metalwork and is very good at it. Her jewelry is ELEGANT and EYE-CATCHING. The craftsmanship and quality is EXCELLENT!

You can visit her at ErinNicole
Wearing this jewelry you will definitly stand out in the crowd.


Silver Sprial Glass Pendant


Rich Purple-Blue Dichroic Glass Earrings

Incredible Purses

Want something original? Come visit
boosrecords

She has the AWESOME purses that she makes out of the record and album covers. Records maybe out of date for playing but now their is a new use for them.

You can display your favorite album from back in the day by carrying it around in neat fashion.

Have an old record and album cover she will convert it into a purse.

This would be a great Christmas idea especially for those hard to shop for people.


COOL PRINCE PURSE!


LOVELY LOVE STORY PURSE!

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.

Awesome Giveaway

During the week of August 14th to August 21st VaBeachQuilter is having a great giveaway. Browse her shop @ http://www.vabeachquilter.artfire.com and choose your favorite item.
Go to http://www.hmgiveaways.blogspot.com to see how to enter to win a small coin purse. The winner will choose which one they want. So Don't miss out on your chance of checking out some great handmade items and the chance to win one of her beautiful coin purses.

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

Support Handmade

Today I took the handmade pledge. Its very easy just go to
http://www.buyhandmade.org
and take the pledge. I create handmade but I also support my fellow creators. There is such great products out there that are unique and have quality craftsmanship.


Also if your looking to become a fan of something special I have the place for you to go. Kim of Va Beach Quilters has a fan page on facebook. Her work is wonderful. Check out her work in my blog below and then go and become a fan:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Virginia-Beach-VA/VaBeachQuilter/253075845077

Jodi is the owner of the shop MaidenMauiJewerly on artfire. She has just recently joined the artfire community. Her jewerly is absolutely BEAUTIFUL. There is nothing like around. Her jewelry has a hawaiian stlye and the craftmanship is excellent.

http://www.maidenmauijewelry.artfire.com

This would make perfect christmas gifts and a plus is she offers free shipping.

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