Lightning Bonus Pounce Challenge Winner: LOOP LOFT

Lisa of LOOP LOFT on Etsy pounced on undiscovered Etsy talent and found great new artists in her curation pictured below.  Random.org selected Lisa's treasury which was lucky number 6 of 7 entries in the Lightning Bonus Pounce Challenge.  Congratulations Lisa!  




I would like to take this time to applaud each EtsyKids Treasury Team member who curated for this challenge because of the additional hurdle of Etsy's improperly functioning Pounce feature.  EKTT Fans, please browse POUNCE treasuries curated to introduce you to new talent on Etsy as well as undiscovered EtsyKids Team member shops.  


Lisa of LOOP LOFT on Etsy repurposes fiber art into whimsical hair accessories, "softie" stuffed critters, and home decor for you and your kids. LOOP LOFT is having a SALE!  Enjoy free shipping on all Back To School items throughout August!  

Linen Pillow (Alphabet and Numbers) by LOOP LOFT on Etsy  

"Gardening" Treasury Challenge Winner: LOOP LOFT

Congratulations to Lisa of LOOP LOFT on Etsy on her win of the Gardening  treasury challenge!  Lisa's treasury, "EtsyKids Team does flowers!" was selected by number of submission through Random.org.

Thank you, EtsyKids Treasury Team, for the beautiful and fun treasuries curated for both Gardening and Food and The Butcher!  EKTT, be sure to maintain your treasuries (fill in the blank spots and replace sold items) since these are themes that Etsy Admin will be focusing on for Etsy's home page throughout April.  For all of you EKTT fans, please click HERE to see the rest of our challenge treasuries curated for your shopping and viewing pleasure.  

Lisa of LOOP LOFT on Etsy repurposes fiber art into whimsical creations for you and your kids.  LOOP LOFT decorates your hair or your home with wonderfully creative upcycled, eco-friendly items you never knew you needed but always wanted!  Lisa also creates the softest of plushies to snuggle with for a lifetime.  


Every tooth fairy needs a special keepsake pillow with a chart for keeping track of lost baby teeth!  Be sure to click on the picture below for more information and to purchase for the tooth fairy in your family!  What's even better than handmade LOOP LOFT items?  LOOP LOFT on SALE!  Lisa is having a 10% off Spring Cleaning Sale on Etsy, enter coupon code:  MAKEROOMFORNEW at checkout.
    

tooth fairy pillow with chart by looploft on Etsy

EKTT Curators, our next Weekly Treasury Challenge theme chosen by LOOP LOFT on Etsy will be posted here tomorrow.  Congratulations again, Lisa, on your Weekly Treasury Challenge win!

"Down on the Farm" Treasury Challenge Winner: SquishyBee

Congratulations to Cortney of SquishyBee on Etsy on her win of the Down on the Farm treasury challenge!  Cortney's treasury, "Farmhouse Beauty" received the most clicks of any of our treasury submissions on Etsy!  

I really enjoyed the rustic, homey treasuries curated matching this challenge theme.  Thank you, EKTT curators, for all of your creative interpretations of this theme--you kept me smiling and laughing!  Don't forget to keep your treasuries up-to-date as these themes will be timely through February and into March.  For all of you EKTT fans, please click HERE to see the rest of our Whoopie Pie and Farm treasuries curated for your shopping and viewing pleasure. 


Cortney of SquishyBee on Etsy has something for everyone!  My daughter has always been a collector of stuffed buddies, and I know she'd just love one of Cortney's sweet teddy bears.  Click on the picture below to see more pictures and purchase a lovey for yourself or someone you love!

Cocoa by SquishyBee on Etsy

EKTT Curators, be back tomorrow as we announce our next Weekly Treasury Challenge theme chosen by SquishyBee on Etsy.  The options will double your curating pleasure!  Congratulations again, Cortney, on your Weekly Treasury Challenge win! 

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Have you seen the EtsyKids Photo Makeover Series written especially for busy people like YOU by our very own Stephanie of Two Little Bluebirds?  She's thoughtfully bringing you information to improve your Etsy shop in quick, easy to implement installments.  Please check out her post, "Choosing Backgrounds" and enter some of your own before and after makeovers to win great prizes!

SquishyBee on Etsy: February's Featured EKTT Member

Click HERE to see Scottish Terrier Flannel Blanket by SquishyBee on Etsy 

Congratulations Cortney, SquishyBee on Etsy, the winner of our January Monthly Treasury Challenge!  Cortney's treasury, "Those were the days" won the most votes for the treasury best representing our challenge theme, Reflections on Childhood Memories.  (Thanks for the awesome theme go to our January Featured EKTT Member, Heather of greensies on Etsy.) Cortney of SquishyBee's prize includes shop features by each February EKTT curator!  


Cortney of SquishyBee on Etsy has mom, baby, and kids covered in her boutique offerings which range from baby blankets, bibs, appliqued children's clothing and plush stuffed buddies to makeup bags, hair accessories and brooches.  Cortney is a mother of four--no wonder diversity is her forte!  EKTT was granted a glimpse into the mind of the woman behind the gorgeous SquishyBee Etsy shop in the following interview.

SquishyBee on Etsy - Cow Bodysuit and Burp Cloth Gift Set

EKTT: What is your favorite part of the creative process? Least favorite?

SquishyBee:  My favorite part is when I have an idea, seeing it come to fruition and it looks better than expected! I especially like when I have a custom order and have to come up with something totally new. My least favorite would be monotony...I get bored doing the same things over and over so I try to keep it fresh and come up with different things for my shop.

Cappuccino the Fleece Teddy Bear by SquishyBee on Etsy

EKTT:  What was the journey that brought you to opening SquishyBee on Etsy?

SquishyBee:  I graduated from PA college of Art and Design and didn't really have much space to do painting and drawing so I got a little more crafty. Then one of my friends asked if I have ever heard of Etsy...how I hadnt, I have no clue, but I had NEVER heard of it so I checked it out and opened my shop SquishyBee (my daughters nickname)! I LOVE ETSY!!

SquishyBee on Etsy - Damask and Polka Dot Quilted Reversible Bib

EKTT:  What is your best advice for seller's of children's items on Etsy?

SquishyBee:  Keep it fresh and trendy! Keep up with styles and even colors that are on the hot list and always be creating new things for your shop. You want your customers to come back but if you have nothing new to offer they might go elsewhere.  Be open to custom orders to maximize your sales potential.   ;)

Red Felt Flower and Tulle Girl's Headband by SquishyBee on Etsy

EKTT:  Any current favorite curating suggestions to offer EKTT members?

SquishyBee:  Stick with the same color scheme throughout the treasury so it is visually appealing and make sure the photos look as fantastic as possible.

Sugar n' Spice Pleated Clutch by SquishyBee on Etsy

EKTT:  Please share one really weird compulsion, habit, or fixation of yours--we know you've got one!

SquishyBee:  This is hard! Okay, so I ALWAYS wear socks (except when I go outside in the summer when I wear flip flops). I hate the feeling of air on my feet so they need to stay covered night and day! I also don't care to be breathed or slobbered on (babies are okay). Hmmm.....looking at this maybe I shouldnt be living with other humans-LOL

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Thank you so much, Cortney, for sharing part of your wonderful story with us.  Maybe we'll hear you invented something to vacuum pack your feet in to keep them away from air and slobber?  When you become famous for this invention we'll all be able to say, "I knew her way back when..."

Stalk Cortney of SquishyBee in these fine places (but don't breathe on her for heaven's sake!):

Etsy Shop:  SquishyBee

Facebook:  SquishyBee

  

Brotherly Love Treasury Challenge Winner: SquishyBee

Congratulations to Cortney of SquishyBee on Etsy on her win of the Brotherly Love treasury challenge!  Cortney's treasury, "Brotherly Love" received the most comments of any of our treasury submissions on Etsy!  SquishyBee is on a winning streak; Cortney will also be our February EKTT Featured Member! 

SquishyBee wins the Brotherly Love Treasury Challenge!

We had touching and inspirational treasuries matching the heartwarming theme chosen by Lynn of sugarbumps creations on Etsy.  Thank you, EKTT curators, for making very thoughtful treasury collections.  Don't forget to keep your treasuries up-to-date as this theme will be timely into February.  For all of you EKTT fans, please click here to see the rest of our Brotherly Love treasuries curated for your shopping and viewing pleasure.  


Cortney of SquishyBee on Etsy will have an illuminating interview and Etsy shop feature posted here on February 1st!  Until then, please enjoy this special sneak preview of one of SquishyBee's Etsy shop listings pictured below, Lovey the Fleece Bunny!  Cortney makes Lovey by hand from a pattern by our very own Pauline of Funky Friends Factory.  What a combination of talents by our EtsyKids Team members!

Click HERE to see "Lovey" by SquishyBee on Etsy!

EKTT Curators, hurry back tomorrow, Monday, January 31st, to get your first look at SquishyBee's Weekly Treasury Challenge Theme!  There will be two great options for your curating pleasure.


Congratulations again, SquishyBee, on your weekly treasury challenge win! Looking forward to a treasured February for your shop!  EKTT Fans and Curators, you won't want to miss all the behind-the-scenes 411 on Cortney--be here early on February 1st to get the nitty gritty on SquishyBee!

Princess DESIGNS on Etsy - Hopping Down the Bunny Trail

'Here comes Petter Cottontail' by PRINCESSDESIGNS

Security Blanket Lo... BBsForBabies $27.00	Hearts, Hearts & mo... KoalaKlubhouse $24.99	Pink Boo Boo Bunny ... thelittleLOVEb... $1.99	Stella Cuddle Bunny... Knottytots $23.00
Girls Custom Boutiq... ladesigns2 $20.00	Cuddly Minky BUNNY ... LifeInTheSassL... $22.00	Little girl pink so... BareSockcrafts $25.00	Hedgie Sits, Contem... greensies $11.00
Little Bunny Slippe... ThePinkZebra $22.00	Kimono Bunnies - Ch... colbylanedesig... $9.00	Love Rabbit Heart L... TwoLittleWitch... $15.00	Rabbit Puppet and B... MFcrafts $5.00
Fuzzy Bunny Hat - I... TizzyDee $18.00	Upcycled Plush Wool... woodponddesign... $12.00	Pinky bun bun with ... LemonCadet $15.00	Honey of a Fuzzy Bu... AllThingsGirly $3.00

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Leyton Smiles on Etsy - Valentine's Day Shopping Guide

January Treasury Challenge ends November 16, midnight CST.  Be sure to check out our EKTT Ning page for my latest tip on curating a treasury for the front page, scroll down to the comment wall!

'Hello, Valentine' by LeytonSmiles

Valentine Acorns feltjar $12.00	Clouds JackieAyres $100.00	Hot Pink Cup Cozy, ... natalya1905 $19.95	red rose ponytail h... breadandbutton... $4.00
Fabric Leaves - Spr... janejoss $21.50	zinfandel pom clutc... eclu $48.00	felted flora jane b... thecleverkitty $26.00	Vintage Milk Caps V... sldirks $3.50
12x18" Photogr... blueorder $28.00	Stuffed Elephant- A... guzanito $20.00	Primitive reclaimed... zelma $7.00	Vintage Red Enamel ... kibster $20.00
Eye Chart 11x14 Pri... pumpkinandbutt... $16.00	Bright red berry fe... CityCrochet $12.95	Love In Bloom - Val... ChewChewsClose... $35.00	Wall Decals Quotes ... decalsmurals $29.99

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