tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40575501680382326102024-03-05T23:47:42.083-05:00UnStrungSistersTwo Sisters Making Fun, Contemporary, Hand-Crafted JewelryThe UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.comBlogger130125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-25326449185306900892010-08-08T07:13:00.008-04:002010-08-08T15:46:36.146-04:00Long Time, No See<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2r0_NDi5HVkb1FU67X2rQDAAOLoPE-GpUcXPwpK4bMG8st8fvUHEzax7oCAjTPIgvm3i3acC6nk7hOojW9jkPZudijmOsbDu9PZY9gKv2KrLRyxAIQ6iop65Ny9iokKSgBjc0M4Bmucs/s1600/6257+Two+tone+blue+enamel+stick+earrings+2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2r0_NDi5HVkb1FU67X2rQDAAOLoPE-GpUcXPwpK4bMG8st8fvUHEzax7oCAjTPIgvm3i3acC6nk7hOojW9jkPZudijmOsbDu9PZY9gKv2KrLRyxAIQ6iop65Ny9iokKSgBjc0M4Bmucs/s320/6257+Two+tone+blue+enamel+stick+earrings+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503125992450059922" border="0" /></a><br />We really are very bad bloggers. However, we haven't stopped making jewelry. You can follow us over on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/UnStrungSisters">Face Book</a> where we post updates several times a week.<br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/UnStrungSisters">http://www.facebook.com/UnStrungSisters </a><br /><br />Today's photos are of our new line of torch-fired enamel jewelry. You can check it out at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/search_results_shop.php?search_query=enamel&search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5150929">UnStrungSisters</a> and don't forget to join us on<a href="http://www.facebook.com/UnStrungSisters"> Face Book</a>!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixPpdoXI61VfuG3tPUz3rGcgeloCKwXfE8JKny7WKFGhrxAJKvSU0ar6MCim_Uopjb6dtPfmEuPC3axQhAGy9LP3Xa7DN1mkXEfrZ9MjqNgddH2sLN8k0q43RJ0SQKTFLqN-iKEuohxvk/s1600/Green+Enamel+O+Necklace+1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 319px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixPpdoXI61VfuG3tPUz3rGcgeloCKwXfE8JKny7WKFGhrxAJKvSU0ar6MCim_Uopjb6dtPfmEuPC3axQhAGy9LP3Xa7DN1mkXEfrZ9MjqNgddH2sLN8k0q43RJ0SQKTFLqN-iKEuohxvk/s320/Green+Enamel+O+Necklace+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503126421138451266" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzHx1JwgD2kT10ecW00-i464Jfvgp7vWjNsChtww78X25CWA4Qof0sg5I9eph-r4-x8Dx49gVGPXCar8Zj0oV7EIJe1WG7NgTd_2arxrAKUDc5jNKBkasg5KDZrdr7eLc_BKyq4Y20yAg/s1600/6229+Two+tone+purple+enamel+necklace+2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 319px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzHx1JwgD2kT10ecW00-i464Jfvgp7vWjNsChtww78X25CWA4Qof0sg5I9eph-r4-x8Dx49gVGPXCar8Zj0oV7EIJe1WG7NgTd_2arxrAKUDc5jNKBkasg5KDZrdr7eLc_BKyq4Y20yAg/s320/6229+Two+tone+purple+enamel+necklace+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503125984514305154" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG-Mq1-Np0zQlPRVuFfNyVcR5n4q1b15ZAk0Mtd1OWIRWtVMVHEhZ-BVr6Oo-vvibHQu6Vsk0lk5ZO57r-Np41Flse5rNI9aJ4gIvvsvG40CQpYISrN78ADirLOJ7EB9INVtVy7mm7XRk/s1600/6224+Robin+Egg+Blue+Enamel+Bracelet+1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG-Mq1-Np0zQlPRVuFfNyVcR5n4q1b15ZAk0Mtd1OWIRWtVMVHEhZ-BVr6Oo-vvibHQu6Vsk0lk5ZO57r-Np41Flse5rNI9aJ4gIvvsvG40CQpYISrN78ADirLOJ7EB9INVtVy7mm7XRk/s320/6224+Robin+Egg+Blue+Enamel+Bracelet+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503125975595089810" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQZ82bQuzhxJWdfOhGno4hrMT-3MvRmyCjpMtYVYyCTb-gjpL_ksaqFg_jJ7fe01gm7-NV3xvnQHKp0PaKx7lFx28j6U3NljlSvH_6pmpYrnlceuWH_FU5qz9Hyigz5gie5aaH7JrfSuA/s1600/6218+Two+Tone+Blue+Copper+Washer+trio+Earrings+1.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 319px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQZ82bQuzhxJWdfOhGno4hrMT-3MvRmyCjpMtYVYyCTb-gjpL_ksaqFg_jJ7fe01gm7-NV3xvnQHKp0PaKx7lFx28j6U3NljlSvH_6pmpYrnlceuWH_FU5qz9Hyigz5gie5aaH7JrfSuA/s320/6218+Two+Tone+Blue+Copper+Washer+trio+Earrings+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503125962947136898" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHui17aq9EQH28oXoaRBQ_d6ITYQPTeJ8ef9YOFHiIv19G6Cqmj9EbyktgXlhNQ1rK-v6o0bODf1A_qGtVC7TxNj1MYfvosGFrA8DBn0cZDaIC3TUNtr00ZDtC1lw-CwV0mLK7-ApBBLU/s1600/6215+Green+Copper+Enamel+rectangle+Pendant+4.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 319px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHui17aq9EQH28oXoaRBQ_d6ITYQPTeJ8ef9YOFHiIv19G6Cqmj9EbyktgXlhNQ1rK-v6o0bODf1A_qGtVC7TxNj1MYfvosGFrA8DBn0cZDaIC3TUNtr00ZDtC1lw-CwV0mLK7-ApBBLU/s320/6215+Green+Copper+Enamel+rectangle+Pendant+4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503125958922491330" border="0" /></a>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-67696457338692403512010-02-03T22:06:00.004-05:002010-02-03T22:11:09.273-05:00New WorkWell, 2010 seems to be flying by as fast as every other year. We have been busy working on new pieces. Here are some photos of what we have been up to- enjoy!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjinqDFyVSRPeBjfXumSz0PBGPfzAcnbktgodmaiUsjAOUGqf988dCcIZVbfu8XrOTWxJzztTwGensGXp8LAMhgxVC3vNUAsSnhUBD3cU9ZjHPH05Urjj0yNiVYQRWLzzNyk-qNoavjw6U/s1600-h/6163+Spinel+O+Necklace+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 398px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjinqDFyVSRPeBjfXumSz0PBGPfzAcnbktgodmaiUsjAOUGqf988dCcIZVbfu8XrOTWxJzztTwGensGXp8LAMhgxVC3vNUAsSnhUBD3cU9ZjHPH05Urjj0yNiVYQRWLzzNyk-qNoavjw6U/s400/6163+Spinel+O+Necklace+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434219971160967010" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpu5JaQdjKWCF2MBZcEojR3Sljky41J_HEahY221tCtUKf1Il6zet5PYf8PBgbDT0JbW25qshaduEH-nT0Zp0PqFOE2TiraCQ3BM-LRi-Fn-xgmTZEVZkYBpv4t8OIK5WHeUlNj2yhcMQ/s1600-h/6162+Triple+O+Spinel+Necklace+1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 399px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpu5JaQdjKWCF2MBZcEojR3Sljky41J_HEahY221tCtUKf1Il6zet5PYf8PBgbDT0JbW25qshaduEH-nT0Zp0PqFOE2TiraCQ3BM-LRi-Fn-xgmTZEVZkYBpv4t8OIK5WHeUlNj2yhcMQ/s400/6162+Triple+O+Spinel+Necklace+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434219960048856514" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEievIdMX-upnaEKhYgLb4mWgCI8Kk8BRjJeh-RwwOajLLlyJ95xOMwVIMA6wGcfIyyqdsPHpbFDk4LkWpW2II7uRDvYYlLAv7M2FgQD_rYhopkXxqGMeAQPhVcd4lJf_n6t0VMtXd0Bobk/s1600-h/6157+Copper+and+sterling+earrings+4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEievIdMX-upnaEKhYgLb4mWgCI8Kk8BRjJeh-RwwOajLLlyJ95xOMwVIMA6wGcfIyyqdsPHpbFDk4LkWpW2II7uRDvYYlLAv7M2FgQD_rYhopkXxqGMeAQPhVcd4lJf_n6t0VMtXd0Bobk/s400/6157+Copper+and+sterling+earrings+4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434219951381912450" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYefnA7ldhZdOHyKh_IkD-dvCWwqWjE_UlPKQ37juY8v4oM0mE6_fXeZg-0OFQxBqKS1kHcfL6SpnmIducfU9y5j7n1RMaFmf9iFwgsHiqlevdKKJHGfP4-qR6d69AGVreWpmS9M3jnjU/s1600-h/6156+Druzy+Agate+Necklace+1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 398px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYefnA7ldhZdOHyKh_IkD-dvCWwqWjE_UlPKQ37juY8v4oM0mE6_fXeZg-0OFQxBqKS1kHcfL6SpnmIducfU9y5j7n1RMaFmf9iFwgsHiqlevdKKJHGfP4-qR6d69AGVreWpmS9M3jnjU/s400/6156+Druzy+Agate+Necklace+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434219947262982546" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFouuHyIM5QpSeR_ybwSoN-GzzBR6g-N6pJvubxwVN2ej-oak1-js3iw648Ba4GJhEipwToU3OKSD325UzTsyyNOdm9Iv43c2Q5V3CiJN1aCn24U7CM5Z9-CxrwPAm_evSsazxwxDt33Q/s1600-h/6153+Chocolate+stick+pearl+bracelet+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 397px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFouuHyIM5QpSeR_ybwSoN-GzzBR6g-N6pJvubxwVN2ej-oak1-js3iw648Ba4GJhEipwToU3OKSD325UzTsyyNOdm9Iv43c2Q5V3CiJN1aCn24U7CM5Z9-CxrwPAm_evSsazxwxDt33Q/s400/6153+Chocolate+stick+pearl+bracelet+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434219939103698674" border="0" /></a>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-20160344633001137972010-01-25T13:23:00.002-05:002010-01-25T13:42:17.471-05:00Happy Bubble Wrap Apprecition DayYes - another thing to celebrate - okay it's a made up holiday but I did find a perfect time waster in honor of our favorite wrap - <a href="http://dscriber.com/plugins/content/external_links/frameset.php?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bubblewrapfun.com%2Fassets%2Fgames%2FbubblePop.html">bubblewrapfun</a>. It is also bubble wraps 50th birthday. Is this the generational dividing line - are you older or younger than Bubble Wrap?<br /><br />On a serious note we did sell our gift certificate on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/HeartsforHaiti">Hearts for Haiti</a> - as of last night the sales from this site has raised over $16,000 for Doctors Without Borders. They are adding items daily so be sure to check it out - hopefully will find something and it will come with bubble wrap! Happy Monday.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/HeartsforHaiti"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 53px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_OcWWY9p41QRWTooA_DH1oO5EMLp4laLDU2S_j1HANbJ1t2VBkK2pbL4ILFhZH-WnfiZDzRWEVPUm64aeGJgeH94Rj-HOYDNx0vvunEtce9jSgoU7Ha-3wOAnRJ_hZ53JTpitn8gTuTA/s400/hearts+for+haiti.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430747368493188370" border="0" /></a>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-71834632112023732292010-01-20T15:04:00.003-05:002010-01-20T15:11:03.408-05:00Support for Haiti<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38899598"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8yNbfYMazkP_6pdB6jJjjn7B0XQBpmGeD6O-rtjtNPIeWUQBXzYe7seKBRc-33kL01xViYSDIMutjs1GJ-K168hjAPgGOm_2yD_znEKKSfJcts_z8hCCeCCrd8cXRUBpY0SYKnTWJ_Ng/s400/gc.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428916586369785938" border="0" /></a><br />We are proud to be part of this effort to support the people of Haiti via Doctors without Borders. You will receive a $35 gift certificate to UnStrungSisters Etsy shop for only $25. Any items purchased with this Gift Certificate will be shipped free of charge.<br /><br />You can purchase this gift certificate in the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38899598">Hearts of Haiti </a>shop on Etsy.The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-61671990657793144992009-12-31T13:28:00.004-05:002009-12-31T13:34:12.244-05:00Happy New Year<img style="visibility: hidden; width: 0px; height: 0px;" src="http://counters.gigya.com/wildfire/IMP/CXNID=2000002.11NXC/bHQ9MTI2MjI4NDA4MTM4NCZwdD*xMjYyMjg*MTUyMjA5JnA9Mzg2MzYxJmQ9Jm49YmxvZ2dlciZnPTEmb2Y9MA==.gif" width="0" border="0" height="0" /><a href="http://media.photobucket.com/image/happy%20new%20year/stinker44/New%20Year/73b2c901.gif?o=33" target="_blank"><img style="width: 395px; height: 301px;" src="http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii135/stinker44/New%20Year/73b2c901.gif" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">A Very Happy New Year </span></span><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">to you and yours,</span></span><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">Amy and Erin, </span></span><br /><span style="font-size:180%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">the UnStrungSisters</span></span></div>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-47022279002862201672009-12-24T03:05:00.005-05:002009-12-24T03:19:06.689-05:00One Day - Yipee!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHifoIGWwjKbZ4ruk9gGlAxLadcb04-oEH6p0C9YC_MlOXcima8em_c3fWJz4Z28btdloB8ykHQTLNWix7zdmzf0ZWfFh26wL1XeoQkhZtVS6-6wBxDYABBBLkIYTeB87u7K68Sr9LDGw/s1600-h/Peace2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 115px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHifoIGWwjKbZ4ruk9gGlAxLadcb04-oEH6p0C9YC_MlOXcima8em_c3fWJz4Z28btdloB8ykHQTLNWix7zdmzf0ZWfFh26wL1XeoQkhZtVS6-6wBxDYABBBLkIYTeB87u7K68Sr9LDGw/s400/Peace2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418713389030479202" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"><br />On the day before Christmas we wish you Peace On Earth. This festive </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36775799">banner</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"> can be found at </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/bekahjennings">Bekah Jennings</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"> - this truly unique shop creates banners that celebrate the joy and beauty of life. We hope you have had fun on this countdown journey with us - we did and hopefully will find a few of these items on the 25th. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas - Amy & Erin, the UnStrungSisters.</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-69891300417774626962009-12-23T15:09:00.003-05:002009-12-23T15:18:24.564-05:00Two Days ...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35454177"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 314px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNv4rfL1fkRHPYnirIYDApnLS7vEV9iJaEvYDGHnnbk1Q_CeSBLthwtWnixpTQNV6lvKdVyLm-A6fimJqxAiTu7wyu6AnqHONTz0Al-wqM4f4Tv1PlKd9kJXMJflNXkqGbIg9kX8ndx2I/s400/Pine+Purse.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418527162864891090" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">This lovely clutch would look great under either of our trees. This </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35454177">Scots Pine Clutch</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> is offered by </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/redrubyrose">Red Ruby Rose</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">, if you need a little wow to carry in the crook of your arm you have found your shop. </span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-73038258084632573992009-12-22T00:20:00.005-05:002009-12-22T02:07:57.838-05:00An Atomic Star<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32430403"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 396px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyy6WvkQlr2lNCCFH9EkMwfr9ZSN-YuKt9_6e_i2ntbSYfXxZ4MgrIiCCFQZ1vw5IMoFP6lqz0mcWYRaVTXPxf3w9keynv3UwKX3xtYARXB46JchMttct8-t-ga3tB3YfctCiPOLm3MfY/s400/VIntage+Star.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417927930406752114" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">Three days to go - are you ready? Erin here - for one of our last countdown items I would love this </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32430403">Vintage Atomic Rhinestone Star Burst Brooch</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"> from </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CatseyeVintage">CatseyeVintage</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">. I have a similar pin from that belonged to my Grandmother - I would love a second Brooch to wear on a hat or to leave on a coat.</span></span> <span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"> Catseye Vintage has lots of great items so be sure to take a few minutes and browse.</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-41987243597335023952009-12-21T08:01:00.003-05:002009-12-21T08:14:54.610-05:00Brrrrr- Keep warm!<span style="font-size:130%;">It's chilly here on the east coast! We are continuing our holiday countdown and today's selection is perfect for a steaming cup of coffee, hot cocoa or tea. These<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36438526"> hand built mugs</a> are available in beautiful colors and are inscribed with endearing words. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8wXuX0qSd_SeendpUwUHksG4ijor76bNaj1B6TPT_bNWOcsunKSxnqtZWBqGZa0XCTTBuZpcbkj31pLLqO0u9JHrTwHU0fx5NliBHUSNvBAckdMYVqs_csAuCcCPYsaEACr8IhHg6dQ0/s1600-h/cups.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 282px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8wXuX0qSd_SeendpUwUHksG4ijor76bNaj1B6TPT_bNWOcsunKSxnqtZWBqGZa0XCTTBuZpcbkj31pLLqO0u9JHrTwHU0fx5NliBHUSNvBAckdMYVqs_csAuCcCPYsaEACr8IhHg6dQ0/s400/cups.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417676753746726466" border="0" /></a><br />They are made by a cooperative pottery group at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JustWork">JustPotters</a>. They are one of the innovative social enterprises of <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.justwork.ca">JustWork Economic Initiative</a> employing individuals with barriers to traditional employment. They assist those facing physical disabilities, mental illness, homelessness and addictions; and also work with refugee claimants and low-income single parents.<br /><br />What a wonderful enterprise to support and in the process you will have wonderful gifts for just about anyone on your list! </span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-19046608824356205712009-12-20T12:51:00.004-05:002009-12-20T13:07:29.671-05:005 Days ....<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35726658"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY3jTs7ii7OONjpvYd9xu5IVW_LZF5VO7soQIjiKbcZorAGWG_XHoKQNbkDvStvYHIH7v6eJ1Tbf31GlxGGqnlj3yYyLzYh6HX08CXvKgdrkVLOa16HyjG5jLKn8K3pagSuFdzJuad9cA/s400/Therapy+Wrap.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417378430083324114" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">Today's pick is for our friends on the East Coast - after a day of shoveling they will need one of these relaxing </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35726658">Therapy Neck and Eye Wraps</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"> from </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/feelgoodessentials">Feel Good Essentials</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">. There are lots of choices in this fun shop and you pick your own herbs - so you get just what you want. Picture yourself - you have all your holiday prep done,feet up, with one of these warm wraps around your neck and over your eyes - ah relaxing.</span></span> <span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">We can dream!</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-51878109806316297752009-12-19T14:55:00.003-05:002009-12-19T15:13:51.061-05:006 Days- Keep Track of Your Money!<span style="font-size:130%;">Just 6 days to go and here's another great gift idea.<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/rntn"> RN & TN Studio </a>has bright and funky leather accessories perfect for almost anyone on your list. This wallet -<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36564974">Ferris Wheel</a>- would make the perfect cheery gift. Make sure to check out their <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/rntn">shop</a> for lots of other great gifts!</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36564974"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 385px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbknIR9KugEn7xO1HD8DrTsFD7Xq4KDQx3gmmnebTTmljF63dkwOYj1W6mQ9qcsvxhWi6RZNax4S7x9J3fDK7Ut8hLnnMyWUrF8xFZj4L2NtYUAMb7w7UxSz8UnpLWJzL6WHTH05aYdt0/s400/wallet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5417042544209471698" border="0" /></a>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-71323458061269856542009-12-18T11:15:00.003-05:002009-12-18T11:26:03.362-05:00ONE WEEK ....<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36339839"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg752vewCUz0TxnSZx5xWJbq3DGrdEhs-vWwbHVo-ti06M2XyTYmtYK6MyUbB_yaZvdfODsu3_WHy3fmbpeOXVXhRuRm1ZzjgDgpH8rPpdJ4_BDDb-1WEdGnKH4tXtfjc9R9UqU1azS0MI/s400/Apron.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416611831741276482" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Good Morning - Erin, here - Today is the last day of school so the fun will begin about 3:30 this afternoon. It is also time to make a mess in the kitchen - we have Santa cookies to make, pretzels to cover in chocolate, a gingerbread house to construct ... so of course I need an apron. This </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36339839">Coffee Clutch Retro Style Apron</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> is from </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CozzyCottage">Cozzy Cottage</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">. I love the festive colors in this apron and I can wear it year-round.</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-54211732171888125422009-12-17T16:12:00.003-05:002009-12-17T16:18:22.943-05:008 days and it's getting a bit chilly!Amy here in chilly Virginia. Today we are featuring this lovely <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35355260">Scoodie (Hooded Scarf) </a>by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/parvana">Parvana</a>. The pattern, style and selection of colors are just fabulous! Check out the great designs in Nicole's shop. You are sure to find a great gift for yourself or someone.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWK0TU3WwPWsACT09VRy5C65iDZ6QYv0U1GggaNpIZzU4GW00SryUFgAxxOguUyR5VbmLu_ZyE6m4H0OrWX7t4D2Wj391awU0ARyb36PJMcBs8bcqH7a8gk2cX8YB8zdHX99_Lj1R5DSk/s1600-h/soodie.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 298px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWK0TU3WwPWsACT09VRy5C65iDZ6QYv0U1GggaNpIZzU4GW00SryUFgAxxOguUyR5VbmLu_ZyE6m4H0OrWX7t4D2Wj391awU0ARyb36PJMcBs8bcqH7a8gk2cX8YB8zdHX99_Lj1R5DSk/s400/soodie.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416317083769209634" border="0" /></a><h1></h1><h1><br /></h1>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-48574741554909978822009-12-16T12:23:00.004-05:002009-12-16T12:42:03.285-05:00Buy Your Wife a Bracelet Day<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35641786"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 91px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi34Z1soGAMCOSebFhKkU4iyPtPIhOA5n3q6goXZbVeIacDMZ1Ifng-L95KqD3dbXBZkMpEe76FP-aCZBcx2UmPXCoFLLf0EDhYbevz8RZhu_Bpr04ZLixquxgMB2D00WJZOkaVO34xU4s/s400/cosmosmoon+bracelet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415886462323982546" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;font-size:130%;" >Erin today - The Ninth day before Christmas is traditionally "Buy Your Wife a Bracelet Day" - okay, not really, but I could probably convince my husband - okay, not really, but it would be one of those great conversations where he keeps looking at me like I'm completely nuts. This one-of-a-kind bracelet is made by<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CosmosMoon"> Cosmo's Moon</a> and is titled <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35641786">Concentric squares</a>. The shop title is Earthy, Edgy, Extraordinary Metalsmithing and Jewelry - a perfect description of this fabulous shop.</span> <span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Purchase any item from this shop through the 24th of December and 10% of ALL Cosmo's Moon sales will be donated to the Tucson Community Food Bank.</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-21075417900575125092009-12-15T08:52:00.003-05:002009-12-15T09:02:21.869-05:0010 Days- How about art?<span style="font-size:130%;">Ten shopping days, I repeat, ten shopping days! No need to panic and buy the first pair of slippers you can find. Just check out our daily shopping suggestions and you will find wonderful handmade gifts for the people on your list.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34744875"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUdX_DTfDSUVUg27C2-Bq4hmTpxGQ1GtoI2LEEDqch7BcY5iKxVY_GvdMvbVR9O_yG_KhJc-S3DUELnE7-GZfNKbipOhTXc9DSpDtZzND_3KyCPfXDoXXUquZgtrV9kgJLxME-tBM5L0Q/s400/tree+bird.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415461956987494802" border="0" /></a><br />Today is no exception- we are featuring this art print <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34744875">Twilight: </a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34744875">Tree of Life Series #5</a> by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/blendastudio">Blenda Studio</a>. The colors are gorgeous and I know I would love to find it under my tree. You will find many incredible items in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/blendastudio">Blenda's shop</a> - so don't delay! Blenda is shipping everyday through Deceember 23rd so there are no excuses for giving slippers!<br /></span><br /><div id="item-title"><h1></h1> </div>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-27725637898828559042009-12-14T12:00:00.003-05:002009-12-14T12:15:04.708-05:0011 Days ...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33870416"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 322px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRJrCxGoCqLKTQoS0OGUhmG_1LycS_iAeGjicohuATbp7Vn9ZNXmH449tAOtvBw04NkCudWdKCEMdgbws6CfW35qzSjb_d_XPOfg3QgzoU0oBrl-DESqJVMW_7E3jMdREEjEEN8wivT1M/s400/Car+Mobile.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415138617877646290" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Hi, Erin here - for today I wish for this fun </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33870416">Car Mobile</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> - on my last visit to Amy she had one in her car and I just loved it. The creator of this unique piece of art is </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LeahPellegrini">LeahPellegrini</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">. Be sure to check out this colorful shop - Leah had mobiles in every shape and size - I'm sure you can find something you need.</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-11707890654376987352009-12-13T07:26:00.003-05:002009-12-13T07:35:21.173-05:00Oh no! Twelve days!Amy here to remind you that there are twelve days left to find that perfect handmade gift for someone special in your life! Today's suggestion is a beauty. This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35618611">Waves of Green Quilted Wall Hanging</a> by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KimsCraftyApple">Kim's Craft Apple</a> is just stunning. Having quilted for several years I think I am qualified to say that the quilting and stitching embellishment are <span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">fabulous</span>! Take a look around <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KimsCraftyApple">Kim's shop</a> for more handmade goodies!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35618611"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 384px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWwonfxt1luWEfTs4zzoPnljEQRHi7DTO5a6faEF6xR450gaQ4Gdmj0V50Klya1hoFsZTn4zwj3slOeE1SKvKIJrnNFb1kA7rHk41Ck41xvwZrqYG5YcuizGtPUN6kLM6_cBPcJYe4YxE/s400/quilt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5414697435395819218" border="0" /></a>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-90943136205922659162009-12-12T14:14:00.003-05:002009-12-12T14:32:26.431-05:00Lucky 13?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYiO_J3meCd0lztH79XJaIfN_ISm5u7gO6r7VDSoB5oqUgJoIrPzhNwi22fkbyqXTjTsAcSYRzhHEyiKTxUsLNDC9UGK3yOLv2lRKVYEfeCv6ZFgYGuEtD6gIbj8Wn4Nk0q9KpKdaZtDQ/s1600-h/Dots+Table.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 327px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYiO_J3meCd0lztH79XJaIfN_ISm5u7gO6r7VDSoB5oqUgJoIrPzhNwi22fkbyqXTjTsAcSYRzhHEyiKTxUsLNDC9UGK3yOLv2lRKVYEfeCv6ZFgYGuEtD6gIbj8Wn4Nk0q9KpKdaZtDQ/s400/Dots+Table.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5414431257068121122" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Thirteen days left - will they be lucky? For several retailers it will since I (Erin) need to get shopping! This colorful table runner will really step-up my kitchen table and it will go with everything. </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26212559">Entitled So Many Dots </a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">this perfectly fun piece of Art is found at </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/kthurm">kthrum</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">. This Etsy shop is stunning - be sure to switch gallery mode to truly appreciate the beauty of the felted work.</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-40341414278355089082009-12-11T10:16:00.006-05:002009-12-11T10:33:29.129-05:00Two weeks!<span style="font-size:100%;">Amy here with another great gift selection to help you with your holiday shopping. Today's idea is great for that special person who loves to cook. (And, if you are lucky, they will invite you over to share the results.)</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36552994"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 247px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglD2Q4lg4gtY_ivsPYMemuiFPx-Cdzyx7LVKp5RI5EwBUB1Jo7ZWlYrpt8TkfKoKnaGInSMD-XVpa3ZI7t9moytC2srhVaxLki2WiYecHNfnitdF5kLWWWBD_EqxDQKfJ_9ZlwSGtQWOw/s320/kit.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413999639530020354" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br />Urban Cheese Craft sells DIY Cheese Kits for that allow you to make your own fresh cheese! You can do it with their kits that include everything you need but the milk. Make mozzarella, ricotta, goat cheese/chevre, paneer, queso blanco... oh the possibilities!<br /><br />"Cheese, Gromit, Cheese!" Ooops- did I say that out loud?</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36552994"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUgqyr0IDg9OQ-tW3GF-6Fow9SMw79BfGyElpzFfYQs9_PUgFghyhhjJCAkYLLUTzqutNDLDkbi-TS92YGjTT5mWDt_Q8JUyKogmaAJmwkwuDhVmES1mtQRR533Ne7LDHf-eseyDMguus/s320/cheese.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413999586542928258" border="0" /></a><br /></div>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-21039329786130208002009-12-10T14:13:00.003-05:002009-12-10T14:26:48.389-05:00Time to Get Serious<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEnU1bg0ODPShSJKl_XzmfBgvuz35ZWAsL2j9U9eN0X9OnVxDBK9SyyxPFiTYOnBjrzkA8P6_C2st8NNzyCgBPzZ8cuyN05bCnRVouBU8u1Qkmmycd2p7_NOCNHc6fG4Q69p3_-jPZgyo/s1600-h/Stars.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEnU1bg0ODPShSJKl_XzmfBgvuz35ZWAsL2j9U9eN0X9OnVxDBK9SyyxPFiTYOnBjrzkA8P6_C2st8NNzyCgBPzZ8cuyN05bCnRVouBU8u1Qkmmycd2p7_NOCNHc6fG4Q69p3_-jPZgyo/s400/Stars.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413688410738494578" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Yikes 10 shipping days before the big day! For today we are featuring this lovely set of </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36311849">Fused Glass Stars</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> by </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/dpholkdesigns">d'Pholk Designs</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">. This lovely studio features not only these stars but also flattened bottles, holiday ornaments , free form bowls and many other beautiful items. Become a </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/dPholk-Designs-Fused-Glass/91737702964"> FaceBook fan of d'Pholk Designs</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> and you are entered in a monthly glass give-away! A quick click is all it takes. </span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-70287626951064296482009-12-09T12:18:00.015-05:002009-12-09T13:14:16.160-05:0016 Days - Where Did the Time Go?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcURfkyphyE1VTUZzHXP5hzgfzwm73PjgV2TOalNVckcsATg8xA5dX-YeTCvv826xFtfd0a0_ycq7VXb3xGw5njDPY4CWwkmKcSO1rTlP6t9-JhgqmwRKMu-k_gRqZui48vxA2xSlHOKg/s1600-h/SassyRing.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcURfkyphyE1VTUZzHXP5hzgfzwm73PjgV2TOalNVckcsATg8xA5dX-YeTCvv826xFtfd0a0_ycq7VXb3xGw5njDPY4CWwkmKcSO1rTlP6t9-JhgqmwRKMu-k_gRqZui48vxA2xSlHOKg/s400/SassyRing.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413297137647301186" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">Good morning - today I (Erin) found this perfectly beautiful</span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36336489"> Stone Canyon Jasper Ring</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"> made by Sandi of </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sassyglassjewelry">Sassy Glass Jewelry</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">. I hav</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">e purchased several sets of lampwork </span><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">beads from its sister shop (we love sisters of any kind) </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sassyglassdesigns">Sassy Glass Designs</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">.<br />The lampwork beads I have purchased from Sandi are of the highest work-womanship. I have kept most of Sandi's beads for myself or I used them to make special pieces for my friends. I do have one set of her beads for sale at </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/UnStrungSisters">UnStrungSisters </a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">- this lovely </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20108183">Black Lilac Necklace and Earring Set</a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;"> . From my experience Sandi's work is top shelf - take a few moments and brow</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">se both of her shops. P.S. Thanks Sandi - </span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">I "borrowed" the Christmas Countdown idea fro</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">m y</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">our</span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://sassyglassdesigns.blogspot.com/"> blog</a></span>.<span style="font-size:130%;"><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWa8ZqQAwsTQyby2QOM8rqbWQmON8D7TfgB9RRS68VKFRmO2MV26SrW58nQ48BV3Siev2dVKSc7DiCYCSe6D2AMbKhPoSKBTP-xXKgtVaOgnvDGajIiRttKjNtbob477N3FTZJaRNkHmo/s1600-h/Sassy+Beads.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWa8ZqQAwsTQyby2QOM8rqbWQmON8D7TfgB9RRS68VKFRmO2MV26SrW58nQ48BV3Siev2dVKSc7DiCYCSe6D2AMbKhPoSKBTP-xXKgtVaOgnvDGajIiRttKjNtbob477N3FTZJaRNkHmo/s320/Sassy+Beads.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413296768125232690" border="0" /></a></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-89523746272070811012009-12-08T07:55:00.003-05:002009-12-08T08:21:52.142-05:0017 Days .... Oh, dearDon't fret! Amy is here with another great holiday gift selection suggestion! <br /><br />Today's pick is by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/loveartworks">Love Art Works</a> and is this fabulous <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30821271">HOUSE OF HOPE - Simple Soul Stamped Tile Wall Hanging.</a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30821271"> </a> As you can see, I'm continuing to lust after pottery pieces!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30821271"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 388px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpG4NnWLRiRtiSvdndjqUhGR_2CEgtST7QxpAgHSZ9buTdidw8dYLCX40Vftbc5x-D2qQ97MddqF47Fp60cFcpjgBrYg2hc2yZLkSK5coB6hGN67K2FON82DR7qlxPfihGroIsz4ZNLAg/s400/hope.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412852917319206194" border="0" /></a>There are so many reasons to purchase this piece- let me help you catalog them all:<br />1. Not all pottery pieces have to be functional- add a few pieces to your wall!<br />2. This piece is exceptionally cool, has great colors and texture and is handmade.<br />3. The message of "Hope" is an inspiring one and what better way to remember it each day than this beautiful piece.<br />4. By purchasing this piece not only are you supporting another great handmade seller but also charity. Kristin of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/loveartworks">Love Art Works</a> is donating all profits from the sale of this plaque to the American Cancer Society (ACS) for 'etsyprojectembrace'.<br />5. Kritin tells us "My kiln is run by "Green Wind Power" ♥(yay!)♥! So my pieces are basically re-cycled earth using sustainable/renewable energy to fire them with in order to ensure the maximum longevity of the pottery and the painted design."<br /><br />So many reasons to buy great handmade gifts. A donation to charity and green wind power too?!- Icing with sprinkles on the cake!<br /><br /><br /><h1></h1>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-89741480218326367302009-12-07T02:02:00.005-05:002009-12-07T10:20:12.861-05:00Tea, oh Calming Tea ...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicmsTPRBbaHBzUb3FJxHgOYJ1uaz4bSVitXd4HG_J7afS4mHTdKKw01AibjvnCTqFA50fHyqRb_BdLC1TDVsvWjFZAL310QshMMAxqFzX4Jyatc8dDZF2WuB0legd4tq9cHd7aGce-Z7M/s1600-h/Teapot.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 369px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicmsTPRBbaHBzUb3FJxHgOYJ1uaz4bSVitXd4HG_J7afS4mHTdKKw01AibjvnCTqFA50fHyqRb_BdLC1TDVsvWjFZAL310QshMMAxqFzX4Jyatc8dDZF2WuB0legd4tq9cHd7aGce-Z7M/s400/Teapot.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412386849333650594" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;font-size:130%;" > Well I (Erin) made it through my first cookie exchange (Amy is a veteran host). It was a tremendous amount of work but after seeing the first tray of assorted cookies it was well worth it. The only downside is all the left over cookies I now have - but I am looking forward to a nice cup of tea to accompany the delicious little treats. As luck would have it, I came across this beautiful teapot. Not only a teapot but a fabulous work of art - entitled <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18029194"> Shiny Black Donut Teapot</a> is the creation of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/patspottery"> Pats Pottery</a> . Now until Christmas PatsPottery will upgrade shipping on all USA domestic purchases to Priority Mail for Free! </span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-6516050278458026592009-12-06T08:35:00.003-05:002009-12-06T08:49:49.386-05:0019 Days!Amy here with today's handmade gift suggestion. With only 19 days left to shop it's time to pull out all of the stops! Both Erin and I have funky taste in art and today's choice would fit into either of our homes very well. I have been wanting for a robot from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/reclaim2fame">Reclaim2Fame</a> for sometime. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32155968">BEGGAR - A Remarkably Persuasive Robot Puppy </a>- is one cool piece of assemblage art! Take a look around <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/reclaim2fame">Will's shop</a>. You will find lots of unique treasures and, maybe, knock a few gifts off your list!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32155968"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 361px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpW3xAV2Et2MuWPWW_jv6u42rkQwfih6YUNbpUPybe16BUHDT5D7kiQy7Co03y1Ck61MIee9w3YN-_-ePJK0LM-Z48E7E2_9ud2ouLGjWrw9W-RweiZ524p7z2Ftlhda5PyQiFbm1J_8I/s400/dog.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412118951686957042" border="0" /></a>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4057550168038232610.post-74324867419425466552009-12-05T10:35:00.004-05:002009-12-05T10:47:00.837-05:00Peace Starts With Me ...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34417661"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheg26_S3-YcNqqXbZ2tQ8dv3xLM1jGxCBwJF5TExu7KyL87zzIW3f4NgQ5BVaFJvm0K4a4VVoQTdhkaIHglxQnHZXO-qDM9d9kt_XO0uk6k7pZLPM6NnGsSkIOAdyPLh2LAnnuuw3AUrA/s400/Peace+Flag.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5411778096103605314" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Good Morning - Erin here - I found this fun </span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34417661">Batik Peace Flag</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;"> by</span><a style="font-family: trebuchet ms;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/paularice"> PaulaRice</a><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">. It is available in several colors, as a sit at my workroom desk I'm thinking this would look great along the top of the wall I stare at when I'm not sure what to type (for this blog, Etsy Listings, e-mail responses, etc). I will have to use this message as my mantra today - I'm hosting a cookie exchange tomorrow and have to finish decorating, figure out my menu, make lots and lots of cookies, and of course clean. Hope your weekend is great.</span></span>The UnStrungSisters - Amy and Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12188127328558961157noreply@blogger.com0