Tuesday, October 15, 2013

The Marketplace: Etsy and Online Boutique Showcase

Hi Everyone, can you believe that it's Mid October ?
 so glad you're here to have some Online shopping fun!
Let's see a little of what showed up to party here last week:


Check out all the great antiques and one-of-a-kind finds like these great Persian Rug Pillows from Old New House at Mod Vintage Life.


Dress Forms also from New Old House



Perfect for Fall Decor, this wonderful
Pumpkin On Black Original Painting



A beautiful addition to your French Farmhouse,
this Chippy Blue Pitcher



Great old piece, this Vintage Sewing Box
looks right at home filled with Fall Goodness
from Stella by Star




Wouldn't this work great for Halloween?
Chevron Knitted Infinity Scarf
from Primlace




Take a peek at these colorful Little Fall Pumpkins

thanks everyone!


And today I want to introduce you to a new Sponsor, Renee, who is the shop owner from two great shops. Nostalgic Artifacts that specializes in amazing bits and pieces of vintage goods, and Nostalgic Summer, that is filled with wonderful upcycled and recycled jewelry. Here is just a sampling of what you can find, so hope you'll visit Renee's shops and check out the fun!









Have you entered this wonderful
Give Away with Love Squared Designs?
A custom made leather cuff or photo pendant.

thanks so much, Lisa!

Just to remind you that this is a linky gathering for Etsy Shops and Online Boutique items. You don't have to have a blog to join in, just list up to three of your individual items. If you have a blog post about your items that's great too, please have a way for these items to be purchased. I'd love for you to be a follower of Common Ground, and if you'd like, to grab the image below for somewhere on your blog just to let other's know about this selling venue. Thankyou, everyone that comes to join in, and then stays to do some shopping. This linky is open all week, so check back to see new items being listed, daily!





Friday, October 11, 2013

I'm taking "a Stroll"...


I've been doing double duty today...
when I wasn't checking in with the party fun here at 
Be Inspired,
I was spending the day with Marty at
One of the nicest gals around!
If you haven't checked in over there, then come visit
She's "showing me off today"!

Thanks Marty!


one of my favorite Fall photos

Have you entered this wonderful Give Away with 
Love Squared Designs?



xoxo,

Be Inspired #160: Halloween Home Tour

Hi Everyone, and Welcome to Be Inspired!
You can tell that we all love Fall, and Halloween
'cause the talent and inspiration is over the top!
Let's take a peek!


I read in one of the comments at Amanda's from Dixie Delights  that she needed her own Halloween magazine, and they are right. I just couldn't stop with picking photos, each room and space is decked out with wonderful ideas. Here is Amanda's fun Halloween House Tour. 

(remember to pin images from the original post please)















The oh-so-talented Judy from French Laundry
 shared how she created this Theater of Dreams.





What an amazing find! Amber from Junkaholics Unanimous'



I think a gallery wall is a wonderful way to mix elements. 
Check out this Art Wall Assemblage from Revi at Revisionary Life.



Mindi from My Love 2 Create
 came up with such a super cute Trick or Treat Apothecary Jar,
 from a couple of repurposed items.




WOW, I'm crazy for this Moss and Vine Pumpkin Urn
from Holly at  Down to Earth Style.
You'll love her decorated front porch!





Eeeeck, I love Susan's understated "keep it simple" Rustic Fall Mantel
 from Must Love Junk!




Pam from White Ironstone Cottage
gives us her Shabby Pink Halloween.
so pretty!




One of my favorite cookies now appearing as Snickerdoodle Pie 




thanks everyone, for all the inspiration!


Have you entered this wonderful Give Away?
A beautiful personalized cuff bracelet or photo pendant.
Just CLICK HERE



OK, let's get on to the fun!


xoxo,

BE SURE AND HAVE A LINK BACK TO THIS BLOG 
WITHIN YOUR Individual POST 
TO BE FEATURED!



Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Love Squared Designs

I think we all like to keep a positive outlook on life, even if our day to day circumstances might cause us to lose focus every once in awhile. Sometimes it's nice to just have a little tangible reminder of those dreams and attitudes we're striving to work toward and build on.

Today I want to you to meet a talented jewelry designer and really great gal, Lisa McKenney, from Love Squared Designs. Lisa and I "met" through my "Spiritual Journey" blog, and she has shared with me how she wholeheartedly believes in the empowerment and encouragement of women. This bracelet is my personal "word" of encouragement and truth from Lisa.










One thing that most of you in blogland don't know about me is that I really DO have a bracelet compulsion. Call it a fetish, an addiction, or maybe that I just really love bracelets...but I cannot wear just one. nope. gotta have a stack, and this one has been such a perfect addition. Each time I look at it, I'm reminded that God is there watching over me and that He really does call me "Blessed".




Lisa has lot's of colors, styles and designs in her leather cuffs;
 here are just a few.



Here are Lisa's own words as she shares about her designs:


"Ever since I was a little girl I have loved to create beautiful things. Throughout the years I have created in many different mediums, but I have always loved being able to wear my art. In November 2012 I opened an etsy shop and began to sell personalized soldered photo pendants and ornaments.  I loved being able to capture my customers most precious faces in a piece of jewelry. In February of this year I had the opportunity to sell a soldered heart necklace design to raise money to fight human trafficking. Over 500 heart necklaces were sold in a matter of 8 weeks– raising more than $11,000! I had the blessing of witnessing a miracle! I never imagined anything of this proportion was possible but God took my little creation and did something BIG with it!"




"This summer I expanded my offerings to include stamped metal and leather jewelry. I have repurposed leather belts and given them a new life and message. I love creating these custom leather cuffs with words that speak life and hope!"




"We all need words of truth and encouragement and what could be better than to wear a beautiful word on your wrist!? It's like having your own Wonder Woman cuff to remind you of your superpower! :) My heart feels most alive when I am creating a beautiful piece of jewelry with a meaningful message. I'd love to create something special for you!" 




I want to share and support Lisa's amazing shop Love Squared Designs with all my friends and blog followers. Lisa will be giving away one of her wonderful leather cuff bracelets or a personalized photo pendant to one of you out there. You can choose from her store, or have one that is personally designed just for you. Lisa is also giving a 10% Discount Code for your use during the month of October.

Here are the ways you can enter.
 Please leave a separate comment for each:

  1. Head over to Lisa's Etsy Shop, Love Squared Designs, decide what you'd choose, then come back and let me know, here in a comment.
  2. Check out her Facebook Page and sign up to "Like" for news and information on her designs.
  3. Be a follower of this blog, Common Ground, and let me know.
  4. And if you'd like to give this a shout out on Facebook, Twitter, or your own blog, just let me know for another entry.
Thanks Everyone!
xoxo,

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