Gift Guide #2: Twitter Finds

Gift Guide #2: Twitter Finds

Featured shops (from left to right).

1. Autumn Lights Original Painting by AshtonAtelier

2. Essence of Time Earrings by littlewaltz

3. Guinevere Bracelet by dspdavey

4. Penelope Silver Heart Locket by LisbonSky

5. Tree of Life Resin Pendant by Nixcreations

6. Lewis Carroll Print by senioritis

7. Chet Baker Original Painting by JesseMosher

8. Vintage Dress by bytheway

9. Movement Rivet Steampunk Necklace by TimothyAdamDesigns

Today's gift guide selections come from Twitter.com, where I have asked my followers to Tweet me an item from their shop that is well-photographed! Those who replied and re-tweeted I chose from.

I am starting to use Twitter more and started a Twitter list with MANY Etsians listed in the Etsy forums! Add your Twitter to the forums HERE.

Like what you see on the blog? Follow me on Twitter! That way you can find out when I am selecting my next picks!

THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING RE-TWEETERS!

C Cooper Designs

"Etsy Item of the Day"

WOW! When I was exploring and reading Twitter two nights ago, I looked up people who Re-Tweeted posts of mine and I found the coolest website for those who love Etsy!

The site is called Etsy Item of the Day and it was created by Jackie, who is not affiliated with Etsy or any of the shops of Etsy. She just loves to "Buy, Sell, and Live Handmade," according to her site!

What caught my attention first was the very appealing background (teal is my favorite color) and the simple, short, but sweet posts. One item a day is featured with a short blurb about the item and why she likes it. The items chosen are photographed well, so one could understand why these items have been featured!

I have personally added this blog to my lists of blogs to read each day because Jackie has made it very easy to read and get information to readers. Please take the time to check out this AWESOME site!

Follow Jackie and Etsy Item of the Day on Twitter

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING RE-TWEETERS!

Julibee Kitsch

John Brewer Photo

SashaSews

Scrap Shoppe by ddeforest

Etsy Item of the Day

Cool Headband I Found While On Twitter

Honeysuckle Headband-Mod Retro Indie Clothing & Vintage Clothes - mod - headband - lace Stylehive BM 602678 #:602678


I saw this in a tweet on Twitter and love it, but it is sold out.... still wanted to share....

TWEET TWEET Twitter Tips!!!!

I just read a really great Etsy forum by CatherinetteRings about Twitter. You can go visit this forum here, or read below because I will shorten with links for you.

I just tried many of these (I did not know they exist) and these applications are GREAT!

1. TWITSEEKER.com

This site is AWESOME because you can look up keywords, then mass follow people who have either tweeted about that keyword or have it in their profile (it lets you choose either option). It also lets you know how many followers they have and you can see information and stats about them. It is really easy and quick without any additional signing up for things. All you need to enter is your Twitter username and password.

2. TWITTERCOUNTER.com

This site is for you to see different stats about your Twitter account. Also, no additional sign ups... just your username and password. I just signed up and it already has stats for me. So easy to use! 

3. TWITALYZER.com

This site scores and analyzes you based on your tweets, retweets, following, etc. I am still figuring out what everything means, but is very easy to use. All you have to enter is your Twitter name and it will automatically score you. Pretty interesting stuff....

4.TWEEPULAR.com

This site is fun to look at and has MANY different things you can do! This site is also the best to mass follow or unfollow (if others are not following you back). I suggest you take some time to visit and poke around here! No  other sign ups required. Soon, you will also be able to see recent unfollowers.

5. Other Twitter Applications

I hope you find these links useful and easy to use! Do you have other links or experiences to share? Please comment below. I will possibly edit and also link your shop to the post! Happy Tweeting!

In Memory of Mrs. LAUGH as well as Updates and My First Shop Live Experience!

Hi everyone!

I have not gotten a chance to blog for the last few days because I have been very busy with my teaching and wedding planning, which is good and bad. I also have been bummed lately with the unexpected passing of a fellow staff member of my school who I interacted with pretty much every day I was there. I will call her Mrs. Laugh to respect her privacy and the privacy of her family. 

It has been very sad for my staff, her family, and those who knew here. Many students were greatly affected by this news as well. I have fortunately not had to deal with death too many times in my life besides one set of grandparents (my grandfather died last week). It is hard at any age to deal with death and I am not a big fan of the feelings and visuals that come along with funerals. I am not sure anyone is comfortable with those things. Tomorrow is going to be very hard for me to attend the viewing, but I really want some closure and to express my condolences  to her family. In her honor, I will be creating an inspirational artwork piece this summer. I have an idea of what I will do, but it will be my little way of remembering her and passing on her memory.

Well.... I got a little of topic there, but I wanted to mention something about her and what has been going though my head. Blogging at times for me is a way to vent, so there you have it...

Tonight I participated in my 1st SHOP LIVE event thought ETSY! This event featured 30 products, 30 Etsians, and in 30 minutes (items were all at a discount and some with free shipping). I would highly suggest attending the next one, which I will try to post when I find out. The host, Marichelle, did a wonderful job!

 I have fellow Etsian, Savor, to thank  for my finding this event because they twittered about the event right before it started. I did make a purchase (seen up top) from Savor, who was a HUGE supporter of me when I was going though my rough patch. Check out Savor's shop and the  limited sale price of their Coconut Mochi Cream Fraiche in their Etsy shop! 12 left when I last looked (I was the 1st!).

I am also offering 20% off ANY item in my shop (except memory blankets) thought Midnight TONIGHT (THURSDAY). Just type in "SHOP LIVE" in the message to seller section when checking out!

Thank you so much for reading and your support during this time of saddness. Keep the family of "Mrs. Laugh" in your prayers please.