Etsy Finds: Texas

If you can say anything about Texas, you can say we're proud of our state. And as I pulled out my burnt orange to wear Saturday, I thought, It's time for a Texas Etsy Finds!

We'll begin with the capitol (and my town) - in this adorable cuff by vsc83:

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(AJ the Purple's blog has moved to AJthePurple.com!)

Happy Wednesday!

Just stopping in to say hi If you didn’t see, I uploaded a couple more color prints to my shop! I’m looking forward to starting some other projects this weekend, too.

Don’t forget to enter the giveaway (at my new location AJthePurple.com) to win one of two great prize packages, each including a print of your choice! And have a great day

Announcement and GIVEAWAY!

My new website AJthePurple.com is now up!

That's where I'll be from now on - don't miss out on You Amaze Me Sundays, Etsy Finds, Thursday Threads, and all my other design, art, and craft posts! Go check it out :D

While you're there, you can enter my giveaway!

There will be TWO winners - each gets a print of their choice and other goodies. I handmade some special items just for this! Don't miss out!

I love to draw

New monsters in the shop :D

They are slowly being added. Can I say again how excited I am that there are now color prints in my shop? Because I'm rather giddy over it ^_^ In addition to several new monsters, this week I'll be adding in more color prints in two sizes (8x10" and 5x7"). And I'm starting to put together some other additions for fall! I'm going to go dance now....=)

Etsy Finds: Fall 2010

These are what I want for the fall. Warm, cozy, classy...I want them all.

I would buy headphones just for this head phones hat by escaodesign:

I would wear these yellow oak leaf earrings by hitree all fall long:

And I would carry this Colorblocked bag by CamilleStar with me everywhere:

I obviously need this purple mug cozy by natalya1905:

And this yo yo headband by cocorosecouture is simply fall-tastic:

I'd feel fancy in these lovely lacey wrist warmers by hypericumfragile:

Isn't this ruffle front fleece jacket by cotylee just to die for?!

I want to cozy up in these knit slipper boots by HollyDoll:

And this fall wouldn't be complete without this gorgeous cape with tie by margerydaw0:

Writing this while listening to the sound of the rain falling seems wildly appropriate. I'm so excited for fall to come! And maybe some extra moolah so I can buy these beauties on Etsy! ;)

New look, new products!

You may have noticed my new blog banner (if not, scroll up, silly ;)), but did you notice my new shop banner? AJ the Purple has undergone a little makeover :D I've got a new logo:

I think it's pretty fun :) And with a new logo comes new banners :D I'm really excited! Soon, in addition to the new blog banner, I'll have a total blog makeover! But more on that later.

I'm also adding NEW things to the shop! I'm now selling COLOR prints!!! I'm so excited to be able to offer these now :D There are two already in the shop, with more coming this weekend. PLUS, I've drawn some new monsters. So keep an eye on my prints section!

 

Happy Saturday!

3 Things Friday

Happy September! (Yes, I realize it's the 3rd, but I've been busy!)
This week:
The good: I'm working on redesigning my portfolio and it's going to be AWESOME!
The not-so-good: My sister was in town briefly, but I didn't get to see her :(
The best: I finished two logos for two lovely ladies, and I'm so happy with them!

Pommes Frites is on vacation mode, but you should check out her shop & blog!
Assorted Musings offers wonderful goodies and insights in her shop & blog too!

Have a great weekend!!! xo

Etsy Finds: Constellations

Long-time readers may know that I'm obsessed with the sky. My favorite thing about camping is getting away from city lights so I can see the stars! So why has it taken me this long to do an Etsy Finds post about stars? Beats me :) But here we go!

I'll start things off with this gorgeous silkscreen print by christinetillman:

And I love this "Urban Constellation" photograph by Zyada:

I'd wear these funky Ursa Major earrings by chingchinjewellery:

Maybe I'd pair them with this awesome constellation t-shirt by nonfictiontees:

And add in this constellation army tag necklace by Markhed:

I'm in love with this mini Aurora Borealis oil painting by HonourYourPet:

I want to decorate my house with these paper German stars by KeriLouNewYork:

And I can't forget these adorable Starry Owl prints from boygirlparty:

I'm thinking I may have to add a star-themed line to my shop. Hmm....=)

I'm back!

Howdy!

I'm finally back home, and I've got so much to do already! I'll be editing and uploading photos this week so you can see what I've been up to :D And I've got some drawing to catch up on!

My Etsy shop is back from vacation mode, and as promised there will be another update soon! Keep an eye out :)

So, what did I miss?! If you have any links I should check out, leave it in the comments! I'm excited to get back to the blog world and see what you've all been up to!

Vacation Mode

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I haven't seen my bestie since New Year's. I'm picking her up in San Antonio tomorrow, and on Thursday we will head to Galveston with my hubby for the weekend! Then I'll get a week of just Melissa-and-me time.

I AM SO EXCITED TO SEE THIS FACE!

Don't worry though - I'm scheduling blog updates while I'm gone :D I've got a lot of drawing to do before I leave! And when I get back...I'll be refreshed and recharged! I've also got some big plans for my Etsy shop. It'll be in vacation mode while I'm gone (so make your purchases before Thursday!), but it'll be back with a vengeance on the 23rd. I'm ready to do another update, and it's going to be great :-)

I'll miss you guys! Leave me comments and I'll comment back when I return :D

3 Things Friday

This week:
The good: I had a HUGE shop update!
The not-so-good: I've been given the run-around by my insurance.
The best: We got a new wireless scanner & printer!!! It's beautiful and it's going to make my prints even better! :D Did I mention it's wireless?!
 

(weheartit)

PS: I'm going to see Inception tonight!!

What were yours this week?

Etsy Update!

I just did a HUGE update to my Etsy shop AJ the Purple!

I added a completely new product - Embroidered Bracelets!

I seriously love these. I hope you do, too ^_^

I added the new Squid Monsters and Fairy to my prints section

(Squid Monsters was by special request - the first one already sold! :D)

There are now lots of ACEOs :D

And of course there are Huggles ;)

And, because I love you,

First 3 orders today get a special surprise

Go check it out! :D

Etsy Finds: Austin

This week I want to feature some members of Team Etsy Austin! These are a wonderful group of people, and I couldn't be happier that I joined the team last year. Austin's motto is "Keep Austin Weird," which means "Support local businesses!" So if you're local, you should definitely give these ladies a look! You can find them on Etsy, or at many markets and locations around town :) Without further ado, here are some colorful creations of my fellow Austinites!

First up is a set of Upcycled Crayons by lpfdesigns (from whom I won this headband!):

Second is a Water Pistol Safe by the ever-cheerful pommesfrites:

We have an adorable Magnet Pack by my Craft Academy partner-in-crime's shop Robo Roku:

Who could resist this Sweet Yellow Bird Ring by fiftyacorns?

Followed by this great Cycling Cap by Maggie913 (I want it the purple one!):

I love this Limited Edition Print by leah duncan!

I may have to buy these Texas Cuff Links by AmeliaBeth (..for my husband):

How CUTE is this Mod Car Shirt by BabyBolt?? I need an adult size.

I'll wrap this up with Elsa the Elephant by SnuggleHerd:

Check out more items in my treasury, or search for TeamEtsyAustin on Etsy!