FOLKSY SEPTEMBER EMBERS

We’re taking part in the daily listings challenge over at Folksy this September. Going by the name of the September Embers (embers), participants in the challenge can list an item a day. It’s a lovely opportunity to showcase the handmade creations being made in the UK.

Hopefully, you’ll also get the chance to see what Lizzyanthus has been working on over the last few months too!

During the first 4 days of the challenge, the embers have been brightening up the day with these lovely items:

Amazing art

A beautiful ‘Original Watercolour Flower’ Created by Kelly, and an eye-catching ‘Red Sky at Night’ by Passionate About Photography.

Here’s a lovely ‘Wooden Bird’ aceo from Glitzy Glass and Stained glass ‘Sunshine Panel’ from Diomo Glass.

Fun Accessories

As well as stunning art being introduced through the listings club, you’ll also find an amazingly fun selection of clothing and accessories including: Philosophical Garlic’s fiery ‘Glass Chilli Charm Bracelet’ and this funky ‘Black Floral A-line Skirt’, which can be made to order from Posy Sews.

The embers have also produced this stunning handmade ‘Purple, Pink & Gold Foil Pendant’ from JKJ and O’blue Thrashion’s ‘Recycled Skateboard Multistripe Ring’

Over at Lizzyanthus, we’ve added some colourful charm jewellery of our own, and introduced our new range of sterling silver pendant & earrings sets:

We hope you like the selection from the September Embers. Please click on any of the images to find out more about the listings.  You can also follow the adventures of the September Embers on Twitter with #embers.

Following the recent launch of our Astral Jewellery range featuring silver Sun and Moon Pendants, we have discovered a gorgeous selection of celestial items on Folksy, including original artwork, carvings and stationary. Here is just a small selection:

• Fairy Moon Necklace by LondonFogg
• Painting with Wire Wrapped Glass by Spiritual Gemstone Art

• Moon Phases Screen Print by Consumer Revolt
• Handcrafted Solstice Soap by Oracle Lake

• Stonehenge Solstice Sunwheel by Spirit of Old
• Star Time Necklace by Steampunk Storm

• Button Bracelet ‘Night’ by Maxine Veronica
• Khaki Star Handbag with Vintage Buttons by Not Just Handbags

• ‘Wish Upon a Star’ Ring by StarsNscars
• Eco-friendly Thank you Star Card by ZygoteGifts

If you want to find out more about any of the items featured, please click on the photos.

About Folksy
Folksy is a UK based site, that specialises in handmade items. The organisation gives individual makers the chance to showcase their work.

Officially recognised as the shortest day of the year, December 21st 2010, saw a stunning stellar display that turned the moon red-orange. Caused by an eclipse, the phenomenon was the first full lunar eclipse to coincide with the Winter Solstice in over 300 years.

To celebrate the event, which is believed to be an auspicious time for new beginnings, Lizzyanthus has launched a range of Astral Jewellery, inspired by the Sun and Moon.

Warming Silver and Amber Sun Pendant - to Warm up dark, dreary days and bring sunshine into your life.

Silver Sun and Moon Eclipse Pendant- Combining the power of the Sun and Moon, this beautiful pendant appears as the moon, a stunning moonstone, eclipsing the silver sun.

Silver Crescent Moon Pendant - A delicate 3D moon with filigree detailing that sparkles as it reflects the light.

To find out more, please visit our online catalogue, Silver Astral jewellery by Lizzyanthus.

Showcasing Simply Gorgeous Handmade Accessories

It’s so close to Christmas and the December Elves are still working hard to bring the very best of handmade to Folksy. So whether you are looking for something for yourself or a loved one, there’s diverse range of goodies to pick from.

Here is a selection of simply gorgeous handmade items crafted by the #decemberelves:

For Her - Hair Accessories

This beautiful Lily Hair-band from Mia Scintilla is stunning and adds a nice touch to occasion wear. Alternatively add a little wintery glamour with these Iridescent Snowflake Hair-grips from Rags to Roses.

For Him

A quirky bottle opener with a choice of designs from Gifts Shack, or these novel cufflinks from Just K Jewellery and Gifts are ideal for the man in your life!

Just For Fun

This Super Long hat with Scarf Element from NOfkantsCurios is quirky, practical and keeps your neck warm too! There’s also some mistletoe from Josie-Mary to carry around with you.

For the Cute Factor

Designed for babies, this little Tutu from Eccentric Ella is bound to elicit squeals of delight. Without forgetting Mans’ Best Friend, here’s a cute Doggy Tutu from Strawberry Annie’s – such gorgeous photo.

Finally, here are a few of our unique His or Hers Unisex silver pendants for your enjoyment. Each pendant is made from sterling silver that has been heat treated to create these strikingly textured pendants.

To find out more about any of the items featured, please click on the photos. Don’t forget to follow the adventures of the #decemberelves on Twitter.

About Folksy
Folksy is a UK based site, that specialises in handmade items. The organisation gives individual makers the chance to showcase their work.

It’s Christmas Time and Santa’s Helpers are working overtime this December

We’ve joined up for another fun daily listing challenge over at Folksy, and for December 2010, the club is aptly named the December Elves.

The elves are at their creative best, bringing something new and exciting to the challenge every day. So, with the festive season almost too close for comfort, it’s always nice to know you can get that extra special something, that no-one else has.

Here is a selection of gorgeous items perfect for a unique, handmade Christmas, courtesy of Folksy and the December Elves.

Something for the tree…

Beautifully handmade decorations from Blue Glass Daisy and stunning Glass Fairy Lights from Red Brick Glass.

Something for the table…

For added luxury, a gorgeous Table Runner from Pipdesigns and Wine Glass Charms from Sprinkles:

Don’t forget Santa…

With this delightful Mince Pie Plate from the Dottery Pottery:

Here are a few little Angels for Christmas, perfect stocking fillers or gifts:

To find out more about any of the items featured, please click on the pictures.  Don’t forget to follow the adventures of the #decemberelves on Twitter.

About Folksy
Folksy is a UK based site, that specialises in handmade items. The organisation gives individual makers the chance to showcase their work.

Winter Warmers

Being warm doesn’t mean losing your sense of style!

With leaves falling and the nights shortening, we’re getting to that time of year when winter woollies feature a significant part of the day. However, being left with a choice between practicality and fashion, crafty folk have turned their attention to the coming winter and have started creating their own fashion statements.

Here’s a selection of delightful winter warmers which combine practicality with chic, from the September Stars club over at Folksy.

To find out more about any of the items shown, click on the images.

This beautiful, textured blanket from Natalie at NOfkantsCurios with its wonderful mix of colours is perfect for keeping your little angel warm during long, cold winter nights.

Jojasca’s cardigan with its lovely colour combination makes this stylish little jacket ideal for that special little girl.

These gorgeous, fingerless gloves from Bliss Knits are ideal for those long hours spent typing at the computer.

This chunky, snug, colourful scarf from Uniquely Yours is the perfect way to warm up a cold winter’s day.

If you are looking for something fun and unusual, why not take a look at this mug warmer from Craftybits – it’s great for keeping your drink warm on a freezing cold day and it’s funky too!

We hope you like our selection of winter warmers. There is a wide range of hand crafted knitted and crocheted items on Folksy, a UK based site specialising in handmade items, which gives individual makers the chance to showcase their work. If you happen to love Winter, the beauty of pure white snow and the promise of new beginnings that Spring brings, then take a look at our bespoke jewellery:

About the September Stars

September Stars is part of a monthly listing challenge being undertaken by crafters on Folksy. The challenge is to list an item a day, throughout September and help promote the work of others within the September Stars Listing Club.