Etsy Artists Lounge (EAL)

2010-05-31T17:11:00.000-07:00

Hi and welcome! If you are an Etsy Artist and wish to join our team, please peruse the updated rules below.
Etsy Artist Lounge Application and Rules
1. Please include your shop name and email
2.Tell a little bit about your shop
3. How do you plan to be a active team member?
4. What skills and abilities will you bring to our team environment (outside of your shop)
5.Please allow 1 week for application to be considered.
6..Read and agree to team rules
7.. Email your application to:creatureofthenight1313@yahoo.com

Team Rules
1. NO arguing amongst members- this is grounds for removal from the team. Please take your disagreements to the team leader.
2..Please show support for other team members
3. Participation is strongly encouraged
4. Must have valid shop and email
The Etsy Artist Lounge, appreciates your interest.
Abyssal Gems
Team Leader and Secretary

Also, many thanks to Denise for our wonderful banner!

New member and a Virtual Lab!

2010-03-02T21:44:00.000-08:00

We will be in the virtual labs and in the moon room (how cool does that sound?) at 9pm est:

http://www.etsy.com/virtual_lab.php?room_id=moon

That's right folks, the Etsy virtual labs will be open tomorrow, the 3rd March 2010 from 9 pm EST. See you there!

We have a new member! Please join with us to welcome Corinne of A Rainy Day Design. Corinne makes beautiful jewelry with a difference - check it out.

Do you want to join our awesome team? Here are the guidelines:

We are now only accepting new member applicants on the 1-5 of every month. Know of someone who would like to join? Feel free to give them the application:
Etsy Artist Lounge Application and Rules
1. Please include your shop name and email
2.Tell a little bit about your shop
3.Consideration can take 1 week to 1 ½ weeks before you are notified
4.Read and agree to team rules
5. Email your application http://au.mc342.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=to:creatureofthenight1313@yahoo.com
http://au.mc342.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=to:creatureofthenight1313@yahoo.com
Team Rules
1. NO arguing amongst members- this is grounds for removal from the team. Please take your disagreements to the team leader.
2..Everyone help each other when possible
3. MUST participate within the team! NO participation at all, is grounds for dismissal. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
4. Must have valid shop and email
The Etsy Artist Lounge, appreciates your interest.
Abyssal Gems
Team Leader and Secretary

Please read our newsletter here.

Black Friday - Cyber Monday sale!

2009-11-25T01:42:00.000-08:00

Join the loungers for a black Friday - Cyber Monday sale! Visit these shops this weekend (Friday November 27th - Monday 30th November) for some awesome deals:
1. Slothart-20%off entire store http://www.slothart.etsy.com/
2. Tasherajean-10% off items plus free gift with purchase http://www.tasherajean.etsy.com/
3. CelesteCraft- Free shipping on all purchases black friday-cyber monday http://www.celestecraft.etsy.com/
4. Jazziesjunque-20% off(before shipping) anything in her shop. put "black friday" in notes to seller http://www.jazziesjunque.etsy.com/
5. Abyssal Gems- Buy one get one(BOGO) Purchase any item in my shop and get any item(of your choosing) from my sale section ONLY for free! includes free shipping black friday-cyber monday http://www.abyssalgems.etsy.com/
6. Artbymarilyn- buy one greeting card, get two free! http://artbymarilyn.etsy.com/
Follow the facebook link here:
Don't pass up these amazing deals folks - get all your holiday shopping done. How cool would that be??

EAL's September Newsletter

2009-09-19T23:17:00.000-07:00

Thank you so much Patti (Peacox Creations) for our newsletter - here's the inaugural edition. Also, we have quite a number of new members - you can click on their shops in the sidebar. Don't forget to vote in our contest too!

New Contest, New Season!

2009-09-12T00:16:00.000-07:00

Hi all! Well, back to school is happening and here is a new contest where you can choose the best back to school item - vote now!

Here they are in no particular order:

1) The Mermaid and Coriander tote by Gugu:

2) Toddler Lunch Bag by mclean2612:

Don't forget to vote in the sidebar!

Strike up the Band - It's the Glorious Fourth!

2009-07-11T04:14:00.000-07:00

OK, well, the 4th has come and gone, but it's still July! And here is the latest round of entries in the blog contest we run each month - please vote in the poll on the left for your fave:

1) Peacox creations flag afghan:

2) Jazzie's Junque - red, white and blue poker chips:

3) Also from Jazzie's Junque, here are some flag picks:

Remember to vote and have a great July everyone!

June Brides please apply here!

2009-06-12T02:51:00.000-07:00

Here is this month's blog contest - and there is one contestant! Abyssal Gems showcases her beautiful jewelry for June brides (or any other occasion for that matter!) Here they are - please vote on the left.

1) Gorgeous Wedding set

2) Cross Necklace:

3) Crystal and pearl opalite choker:

We'll announce the winning item next month - BTW, Abyssal won last month with the most beautiful Blue Lilies necklace - great job!

May is Mother's Day month!

2009-05-09T05:13:00.000-07:00

Here we are in May with a new contest - a lovely Mother's Day / Spring montage for your perusal. Please vote on your favorite item in the poll to the left.

Congrats to Sam McLean for her winning entry in last month's contest.

Thanks for supporting us - we are a great Etsy team!

Spring Contest now on!

2009-04-11T19:27:00.000-07:00

Please vote for your fave spring offering from the Lounge! Survey is at left.

And congrats to Valerie of Wheredyagetthatpurse for her winning entry in the March contest. She blew everyone away with her gorgeous Shamrock Earrings. Well done!!

Here they are for April and Spring:

March Contest - Vote now!!

2009-03-10T15:25:00.000-07:00

Straight from the Emerald Isle are these rare gems! Please vote in the sidebar to the left for your favorite item from the team this month. Stay tuned for the winner!

Contest Winners!!

2009-03-08T18:44:00.000-07:00

Congratulations - it's a tie!! Blandysnorhal and Wheredyagetthatpurse both scored the same in our February contest so they can both choose an Artists Lounge store to purchase in and get a discount! Great work and thanks to everyone who voted! Stay tuned for our March entries. The theme is green for St Paddy's Day of course!

NEW! Vote now in our Valentines Day Contest!

2009-02-06T23:42:00.000-08:00

Take a look at these wonderful Valentines Day offerings from our talented loungers! Please vote using the poll in the sidebar and stay tuned for the winner. The numbers on the photos correspond to the numbers in the poll. Have a beautiful and romantic Valentines Day, everyone! (Hint - if you want to see the images larger, please click on the picture.)

New members!

2008-11-21T13:03:00.000-08:00

Here is some fresh talent for our group!

Let's welcome:

dickandfranny, Francesca does some wonderful artwork and makes jewelry too! This is one of my faves, a watercolor:

New member!

2008-10-19T20:18:00.000-07:00

Please welcome Lilypoh, from Singapore, to the lounge! Lilypoh has a variety of items for sale including cute cell phone charms, paper products and jewelry. I'm loving the felt sushi cell phone charms! We sure are an international team now!

New Shops for the team!

2008-10-15T20:23:00.000-07:00

We are such a strong and diverse group! Here are the newest members - please join in welcoming them:
Emerald Arts - at last another Aussie!!
Jashme - See Jen's shop for wonderful art
Sofia Randall - Sofia does beautiful drawings, especially of flowers!
Plumstars: for everything fun and papery...
The Demon Seed: Cool and unique artwork
Here's to lots of lounge sales this week, guys!

Finally back into blogging!

2008-09-22T15:49:00.000-07:00

After a few weeks break, this blog is back! Etsy Artists Lounge has some brand new and extremely talented members, namely:
BabyWalls
SpaGoddess
tsmv4ever
storybeader
wheredyagetthatpurse
and, officially at last - Miss VickiDiane herself!
VickiDianeDesigns
I know that these artists as well as the original crew will continue to amaze and inspire you with their diverse talents.
Check out their shops for a real treat!

Finally - another Post! New members and a treasury...

2008-08-11T03:21:00.000-07:00

Please welcome some new members to the Etsy Artists Lounge! They are:

Welcome to you all!

And here's some eye-candy from Glass Gypsy - we had such a wonderful evening in the forums Sunday night learning all about him and his beautiful work. Thanks Jim!

Two great treasuries and another great new member!

2008-07-28T18:32:00.000-07:00

Some beautiful blues and greens in these front page worthy treasuries!

And please welcome Lauren from SunBasilGarden to our team - check out her lovely shop!

New Treasury and new member!

2008-07-26T18:43:00.001-07:00

We have a new treasury from the indefatigable Jim (aka Glass Gypsy):

And a new member: Silent Languages. Welcome, Lauren! Do check out her fantastic artwork!

A True Triumvirate of Treasuries...

2008-07-20T05:34:00.000-07:00

Say that three times fast!

Here they are:

Plus, this Sunday night we'll be chatting to artist and soon-to-be mama One With Wings. Come on in and share a drink and a chat - all welcome! We're in the Etsy Forums...

Another Great Treasury!

2008-07-18T22:23:00.000-07:00

Here's one from the amazing Glass Gypsy (aka Jim)!

Plus check out the new members on the list to the left of the page. Welcome to the Lounge!

Two new Treasuries and three new members to welcome!

2008-07-17T19:29:00.000-07:00

We have some new members of the Etsy Artists Lounge! Please welcome:

BLSoaps:

Jewels By Helen:

and Arra:

And a couple of new treasuries too!

Bumper crop of four treasuries!

2008-07-14T17:49:00.000-07:00

Check 'em out!!

New Treasuries and a new member!

2008-07-13T20:06:00.000-07:00

And we have a new member - drum roll please! Please welcome CharmMyPantsOff to the EAL!

Another excellent treasury! Primaries!

2008-07-10T04:51:00.000-07:00

Check this one out from Peacox Creations. This lady sure knows how to put together a beautiful treasury, don't you think?

More great Treasuries and an evening with Sam McLean Designs in the Lounge!

2008-07-06T18:23:00.000-07:00

Some more great treasuries from our dedicated members - these really rock!

Also in the Sunday Evening Lounge, we'll be chatting to Sam McLean of Sam McLean Designs. Come find out what makes her tick (if you dare!) and what inspires her. All are welcome to join in at 10 pm EST

6th July.

SoCal Bench Project!

2008-07-03T23:55:00.000-07:00

I'll give you ONE guess where Abyssal Gems will be, August 9.

You guessed right!

Abyssal Gems will be at the So cal bench project from 9:30 am to 3 pm in Culver City CA. For more information, on the socal bench project, please click on the link below: http://www.socalbenchproject.com/

Location:

Veterans' Memorial Complex

Garden Room

4117 Overland Avenue

Culver City, CA 90230

To view Abyssal Gems' shop, please click on the link below: http://www.abyssalgems.etsy.com/

Hope to see you there!

Keep those treasuries coming!

2008-07-03T05:00:00.000-07:00

Four more absolutely wonderful treasuries put together by our talented bunch! Check these babies out!! Are they front page worthy or what?

Another treasury - here comes the sun!

2008-07-01T03:13:00.000-07:00

Yet another beautiful treasury!

2008-06-30T03:22:00.000-07:00

They just keep coming:

Another wonderful couple of treasuries!

2008-06-29T21:02:00.000-07:00

Hands down, these gal sure know how to rustle up the best treasuries!

Three outstanding new treasuries and an awesome video!!

2008-06-29T04:59:00.001-07:00

Check out these gorgeous collections from Canadian Creations, Ana C Designs and Merchant Gypsy:

And, (drum roll please!!!) check out this absolutely awesome video that Ana of Ana C designs has put together - it's just SO amazing! Thanks Ana!

Gypsy Wishes Treasury...

2008-06-26T20:47:00.001-07:00

Another beautiful offering from Glass Gypsy!

Brilliant Treasury!

2008-06-25T05:37:00.001-07:00

Thanks to Peacox Creations, who never fails to wow us with her choices! Take a look at this!

Plus, check out our individual blogs as well, scrolling on the left!

Three Beautiful treasuries!

2008-06-21T23:14:00.000-07:00

Well, there is just so much talent at Etsy, especially here in the Lounge! Just look at these fabulous treasuries from three lovely folks!

Another great Treasury!

2008-06-20T21:14:00.000-07:00

This is a great collection from Peacox Creations - you'll love it!

And another from Glass Gypsy!

2008-06-16T04:34:00.000-07:00

Another beautiful collection from Glass Gypsy:

New Treasury from Artistic Image!

2008-06-16T04:26:00.000-07:00

Here's a new Treasury - entitled Krispy Kreme, Mmmmm.... Yum!

New Yart Treasury West!

2008-06-13T18:24:00.000-07:00

We're having a YART sale!

2008-06-12T23:52:00.000-07:00

"What is that?" you ask... Well, some of the talented folks at Etsy thought it would be great if Etsy artists had a sale, but instead of a yard sale, they put a clever slant on it and called it a Yart sale. Neat, huh?

Most of the artists in the Lounge (click on the list of shops at the left) are participating and that means savings for shoppers! Some stores offer free shipping, some reduced prices. So go ahead and check us out!

Here are some EAL yart sale items to whet your appetite...

More EAL treasuries - sink your teeth into these beauties!

2008-06-09T00:18:00.000-07:00

I'll let these speak for themselves:

New batch of treasuries!

2008-06-07T04:16:00.000-07:00

Some great selections here, folks! Thanks to Glass Gypsy, Peacox Creations (x 2!) and Ana C Designs:

New Item from Abyssal Gems!

2008-06-06T18:29:00.000-07:00

Check this one out - a beautiful Faceted Rose Quartz necklace from Abyssal Gems. It's stunning!

Come Spend An Evening With Abyssal Gems!

2008-06-06T03:03:00.000-07:00

YES! guys and gals! you read it right! An evening with ABYSSAL GEMS! its happening this SUNDAY NIGHT in the PROMO FORUMS, right here on etsy and at the following times: 7pm pst 10pm est 3am uk time.
This is a free for all and anybody and everybody can come in and ask me any question that they want about me, my jewelry, my materials, you get the idea.
June 15, the Etsy Artist Lounge (my team) will be featuring a new shop owner and her name is AnacDesigns. We will be featuring a new shop EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT! Come on into the promo forums on sunday nights and relax and unwind from the week and ask questions of our shop owners. This is put on by The Etsy Artist Lounge! See you soon! Abyssal Gems

Vicki, be our Fairy Godmother!

2008-06-04T20:55:00.000-07:00

Gotta love this awesome collection compiled by Ana C Designs:

SoCal Bench Project! Abyssal Gems will be there...

2008-06-04T20:32:00.000-07:00

MARK your calendars! ONE and ALL!
August 9, 9:30 am -3pm @ the veterans memorial complex, in the GARDEN ROOM in BEAUTIFUL Culver City!
Abyssal Gems will be selling her GORGEOUS handcrafted jewelry, along with 68 INCREDIBLE vendors! Be sure and stop by my booth and take a look at what I have to sell:
Necklaces
Chokers
Bracelets
Earrings
Rings
Sets
Jewelry for kids
Jewelry for Weddings
This event is the SoCal Bench Project! It's NOT to be missed!
Here's the address:
Veterans Memorial Complex
Garden Room
4117 Overland Avenue
Culver City, CA. 90230

New Treasury and a new Member!

2008-06-03T19:57:00.000-07:00

First, let me welcome Rayven Renn, a new member of the Etsy Artists Lounge! Rayven does beautiful jewelry, please do check it out.

And, here is a treasury from Sam McLean Designs:

New items from Abyssal Gems

2008-06-02T22:38:00.000-07:00

Hot off the press!

Gorgeous bracelet:

and this - the Etsy Artists lounge bracelet: I love this idea!

We also have a new member! Welcome to She's Batty Online Shop! Please check out this nifty shop!

Let the Good Times Roll!!

2008-06-01T23:15:00.000-07:00

Another beautiful treasury courtesy of Glass Gypsy:

New EAL Treasury - Three's Company

2008-05-31T03:12:00.000-07:00

This is another beautiful treasury from Peacox Creations:

Treasury from Jazzie's Junque

2008-05-28T04:11:00.000-07:00

Check this beauty out:

Check out Jazzie's Junque.

New Items from the Lounge...

2008-05-26T19:38:00.000-07:00

Have a look at these items - new from Abyssal Gems and Sam McLean Designs:

Night Gone Black:

Grape Leaves:

Silvertone Cross Necklace:

Small Cross Necklace:

Pack of 4 embroidered cards - hearts:

New Items from Abyssal Gems:

2008-05-24T17:21:00.000-07:00

Have a look at these beauties from Debbie at Abyssal Gems:

Black rose bracelet:

Coffin and Roses bracelet:

Hearts of fire ring:

Gorgeous Hussy Ring:

Remember, there's 20% off in EAL shops until Monday, so hurry!

Check this one out!

2008-05-22T23:44:00.000-07:00

Another super treasury from Dona Novinha:

Can't you just feel the sun on your shoulders?

Another gorgeous Treasury!

2008-05-22T05:26:00.000-07:00

This one is curated by Canadian Creationz:

REMEMBER: take 20% off your purchase from these great shops until the 26th! Please contact the store owner prior to purchase to confirm their participation. Excludes custom orders. Happy shopping!!

EAL is having a SALE!

2008-05-22T00:23:00.000-07:00

We are having a sale! All participating EAL shops are 20% off from 19th to 26th May 2008! Please note that this excludes items already reduced and please do contact the shop owner prior to purchase to confirm their participation.

Crystal Vibe offers FREE shipping to the US and Canada when you spend over $20 - that's a great deal!

Please check out these amazing treasuries, compiled by DorsetHill Beads and Ana C Designs:

Check out these Treasuries!

2008-05-20T18:10:00.000-07:00

Some awesome treasuries put together by Etsy Artists Lounge to advertise our 20% off sale:

One from Artistic I mage:

Another by Canadian Creationz:

This beauty is from DorsetHill Beads:

Another from Sam McLean Designs:

And finally, a lovely one from Peacox Designs:

So, enjoy your Etsy shopping and get 20% off in Etsy Artists Lounge members' stores!

Welcome to the Lounge!

2008-05-20T02:44:00.000-07:00

We are a group of independent artists who have one thing in common: we all sell on Etsy! Check us out here:

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