First PROMO of the year!

Here it is folks, my FIRST PROMO of 2010 and it's a great one!

The deal is this: From February 1, 2010 to February 14, 2010 (yep, just two weeks to take advantage!), purchase $5 or more worth of AJKArtistry's cards for all occasions, invites, handpainted ceramics... anything in the shop- and you'll receive a $5 gift certificate with your order to use on your next purchase! All you need to do is enter SAVE5 in the notes to seller at checkout!

Fine print: $5 gift certificate does not expire, use it anytime, forever! There is no limit to how many times you can order- once, order 5 times... you'll get a $5 gift certificate every time, from now through 2/14/10! Easy redemption instructions will be printed on your free gift certificate.

Don't forget, you have just two weeks to place your order, so shop now!

New Year, New Stuff!

We all know making cards is my niche, but with a background in art, I decided to pick up the paint brush again. I found these great paint markers at the craft shop and went to town hand-decorating a variety of cups, pitchers, trays and more!

Each item is one of a kind, and the best part is they're not only pretty, they're also fully functional! The designs are painted on, baked in the oven to set and once cooled, they're permanent, food safe and even dishwasher and microwave safe!

See my full selection on ETSY or 1000 MARKETS. Thanks for looking!

Happy Valentine's Day... NOT!

Are you anticipating an annoying Valentine's Day? Having a fight with your mate, but still want to wish them a happy on what's supposed to be the most romantic day of the year? If so, I've got the cards for you!

While AJKArtistry does offer cute and pretty Valentine's Day cards for those of you truly in love, this extra little bunch of sassy cards is great to have on hand, just in case :) Choose from YOU SUCK, YOU should be with ME and LOVE STINKS. Each of these feisty cards is just $3.95 and my entire Valentine's Day collection ships for FREE to any U.S. address!

Dear Blog,

I'm so sorry I've neglected you. I always start out with the best intentions and things never seem to work out the way I expect. The holidays have been filled with fantastic customers, fights with the post office and Christmas with family. I hope you can forgive me... I promise to post at least once a week in 2010.

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM AJKARTISTRY!

Holiday Countdown: Week 4...THE SALE!

Here it is... the EtsyNJ Team sale is upon us! Check out the list of more than 50 shops participating with everything from free gifts with purchase to discounts on their beautifully handcrafted wares. Make this a HANDMADE HOLIDAY!! I'd also like to extend a special THANKS to MadebyMelissa for getting this all together, and another to OriginalAbbie for our super-cool graphic!

Free Shipping
*AJK Artistry: http://ajkartistry.etsy.com/
*Anne Sailer Design: http://annesailer.etsy.com/
*Bella Mental: http://bellamental.etsy.com/
*Black Bird’s Closet: http://blackbirdscloset.etsy.com/
*Brief Moments Photography: http://www.briefmoments.etsy.com/
*Capital City Crafts: http://capitalcitycrafts.etsy.com/
*Creations By Robin: http://www.creationsbyrobin.etsy.com/
*DharmaKarmaArts: http://www.etsy.com/shop/DharmaKarmaArts
*Deirdre Ryan Photography: http://blackbird72.etsy.com/
*EmptyHeartCreations: http://emptyheartcreations.etsy.com/
*Happiknits: http://http://www.happiknits.etsy.com/
*Heather James Photography: http://www.heatherjamesphoto.etsy.com/
*herYammesty: http://www.heryammesty.etsy.com/
*Jewels of Saraswati: http://www.jewelsofsaraswati.etsy.com/
*Kame Knits: http://kameknits.etsy.com/
*katylua: http://www.katylua.etsy.com/
*LoreleyJewelry: http://www.christinec.etsy.com/
*Meribella: http://meribella.etsy.com/
*MS. Jewelry Design: http://www.msjewelrydesign.etsy.com/
*Original Abbie: http://abbieroad.etsy.com/
*Ponte Pretties: http://www.pontepretties.etsy.com/
*Seahorse Designs: http://www.seahorsedesigns.etsy.com/
*Stefanie Silverman: http://www.stefaniesilverman.etsy.com/
*Susan Itkin Batik: http://susanitkinbatik.etsy.com/
*Susan’s Treasures: http://www.susanstreasures.etsy.com/
*The Devils In Details: http://thedevilsindetails.etsy.com/
*The Tote Trove: http://http://www.thetotetrove.etsy.com/
*WoollyBoo: http://www.etsy.com/shop/woollyboo

Free Gift With Purchase
*Alathea Papergoods: http://alatheapapergoods.etsy.com/
*Alonia Creations: http://sue114.etsy.com/
*Be Noticed Jewelry: http://benoticed.etsy.com/
*Darlingdazzlesbowtiq: http://darlingdazzlesbowtiq.etsy.com/
*Dragon’s Den: http://dragon06.etsy.com/
*Frosted Treats: http://frostedtreats.etsy.com/
*Happy Hound Creative: http://happyhoundcreative.etsy.com/
*krisamels: http://krisamels.etsy.com/
*Little Bit Crafts: http://www.etsy.com/shop/littlebitcrafts
*Lori Citsay Jewelry: http://loricitsay.etsy.com/
*Made By Melissa: http://madebymelissa.etsy.com/
*Pipsqueak Soap Company: http://pipsqueaksoap.etsy.com/
*The Angry Robot: http://www.theangryrobot.etsy.com/
*The Soy Girl: http://thesoygirl.etsy.com/

10 - 20% off entire purchase (not including shipping)
*Alonia Creations: http://sue114.etsy.com/
*Baublettes: http://http://www.baublettes.etsy.com/
*Beach Chik Designs: http://beachchik.etsy.com/
*Beccijo: http://www.theenchantedcupboard.etsy.com/
*Bed Of Roses Boutique: http://bedofrosesboutique.etsy.com/
*CatsCrochetCorner: http://www.etsy.com/shop/CatsCrochetCorner
*Deepshade Creations: http://deepshade.etsy.com/
*Designs By Denise: http://demdesigns.etsy.com/
*Dribs n’ Drabs: http://dribsndrabs.etsy.com/
*JenSan Candles: http://www.etsy.com/shop/JenSanCandles
*New Hope Beading: http://www.newhopebeading.etsy.com/
*The Crochet Nanny: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6066426
*theMayflower Fashions: http://www.themayflower.etsy.com/

BOGO - Buy One Get One 50% Off
*Miss Emma’s Closet: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MissEmmasCloset
*Wreathmic Creations: http://wreathmiccreations.etsy.com/

HAVE A HAPPY, HANDMADE HOLIDAY!

Holiday Countdown Week 3: Bejeweled!

Wow, the EtsyNJ team certainly offers up a lot of gorgeous jewelry items!! I even found (and hearted) some shops I never new existed! Well get ready folks, I've crammed a whopping 18, yes, EIGHTEEEN fabulous EtsyNJ sellers in this post, and separated their jewels into three categories: Ears, Wrists and Necks. Enjoy, and happy shopping!!

For the Ears...

A. Lampwork & Swarovsky Earrings by KatLambrix
B. Winter Blossom Earrings by JuliaCatherine
C. Hoops & Berries Earrings by CapitalCityCrafts
D. Abstract Earrings by ThirdFloor
E. Beaded Dangle Earrings by BeebDesigns
F. Swarovski & Bali Silver Earrings by NewHopeBeading

For the Wrists... A. Static Bracelet by DeepShade
B. Secret Life of Leaves Bracelet by DLuxeDesigns
C. Multi-Color Bracelet by TheMayFlower
D. New Moon Bracelet by EmptyHeartCreations
E. Locked Swarovski Bracelet by ChristineC
F. Wonder Woman Goddess Bracelet by CatROCKS

For the Neck...

A. Sea Glass Necklace by CreationsbyRobin
B. Bettie Page Scrabble Tile Necklace by SeahorseDesigns
C. Seeing Circles Pendant by MeriBella
D. Organic Treasure Necklace by TreasureBoxJewelry
E. Heartstone Necklace by Baobablove
F. Sterling Monogram Necklace by LoriCitsay

Thanks for reading everyone! Stay tuned for more great holiday pics from the EtsyNJ Team! And don't miss out on the EtsyNJ Thanksgiving SALE! Begins November 25th... click the image up top for details!

Holiday Countdown: Week 2: Party!

More holiday picks from the fabulous EtsyNJ Street Team! I wanted to put together a selection of goodies that would be great for a holiday party, but quickly realized that not many of us make clothing, dresses (or if they do, they're not tagged EtsyNJ in their listings, 'cause I couldn't find ya!), so this ended up being some of my favorite holiday-inspired things.

A list of shops/links are included below the photo:

A. Vintage Noel Holiday Apron by MerrySunshine
So cute for holiday entertaining!
B. Chocolate Chip Mint Vegan Cupcakes by TheCupcakeMint
Yummy, how can you resist these?
C. Antlers Holiday Cards, Set of 6 by AJKArtistry
Nice! Great for sending out holiday greetings!
D. Plaid Bow Skinny Headband by PurpleLicious
Love this! A thicker headband is also available, too cute!
E. Angles Mini Hobo in Green by Loveamarie
Perfect to dress up that party outfit!
F. Lilium Lariat Necklace by AntiGenre
So pretty.... Add some sparkle for that special event!

HAPPY HOLIDAY SHOPPING!