A Brief Hiatus

Hello guys!

The blog will be taking a little break, as we are doing a total overhaul on it. New ideas, new look and new writers - so exciting :-D

While we are working behind the scenes on bringing you a more awesome blog (blawesome), here are some updates on what's going on.

We have LOTS of new helpers (thanks!) on all parts of the team.

Our Blog Team is:
Rose of SevenSails
Lori of GrayFlannelDesign
Erika of UniquelyEJewlery
Liz of DzyMsLizzy
Sara of BySaraLynn

Our Twitter Team is:
Jane of jmliss
Trisha of PixieDustFineries
Lisa of Paperbullet

Our Facebook Team is:
Malarie of itsastitch
Sara of BySaraLynn

Our Flickr Team is:
Miki of duckfoot
Malarie of itsastitch

Our Forum Writer is:
Sara of BySaraLynn
(sidenote: here is our April Forum Thread, come by and say hi anytime!)

I (itsa) will also continue to hold the Virtual Lab meetings, and keep up with our Team Page on Etsy. I'm also in the process of making some tutorial videos on being successful on Etsy, so keep an eye out for those in the future.

Should you have questions about a specific part of the team, or suggestions for somethings, be sure to contact someone from the above list ^ to make sure the question goes to the right people. I'm happy to take questions, but I am also only 1 person, and can forget about things from time to time.

We will NO LONGER be using our Facebook Fanpage. We are switching to a Facebook group, which will allow me to message the entire team, and is better about alerting members of discussions and posts. Be sure to request to join if you haven't already!

If you have a request for something you'd like to see on the blog, twitter or a tutorial of, post it in the comments! We always love input from our members.

Be sure you're tagging a few items in your shop with the tag "labratsteam", as well as any tweets you want the team to see with the hash-tag #sqk - doing this makes it easier for us to find you!

Thanks to everyone who offered their help in some form, I truly appreciate all the help, and if the positions were filled before you asked, I put you on a list of "back-up" (essentially), should we ever need more help or a replacement.

 

Mosaic Monday: Numerals and Language

Numbers and letters are rarely thought of, but always present.

1) Numbers Child Apron by zomoandbara
2) A Little Personality Necklace by meredithfenwick
3) Crossword Embroidery Decor by imfromthewoods
4) Alphabet by nightowlcraftworks
5) Vintage Decca Alarm Clock Radio from 4GetMeNotTreasures
6) Do Not Conform Poster by EvenAndy

Mosaic Monday: Blueberry Cobbler

Yummy food, yummier items!

1) Porcelain Blue and White Earrings by duckfoot
2) Season's Greetings Blank Card by SimplyInvitingCards
3) Brown and Gold Bracelet by PixieDustFineries
4) Double Layer Toffee Baby Ring Sling by BabyEtte
5) Royal Blue Kid's Cape by peapodray
6) Outer Space Switch Plate by rathina
7) Amber and Sterling Silver Earrings by MariaLuna
8) Pinup Dahlia Hair Clip by sweetsnstuff


Tasty :)

Wishlist Wednesday - Anika from Moonthroughfog!

Welcome back Rats! I hope everyone had a fantastic holiday season :)


Our featured LabRat today is Anika from Moonthroughfog, who sent us her picks all the way from Croatia. (Gah! Jealous!)


Her first pick is from fellow Rat Seventytwostitches. She says, "Beautiful green and off white wool pears. I would love to see them on my night stand.

Next up is a pick from our own lovely spookychandelier. I love this gorgeous black and white necklace. I would wear this with a pair of skinny jeans, high heel boots and a teal tank top.

I love clutches and at the moment I don`t have any brown leather ones, so this clutch from isewstuff be a really great addition to my collection.

White, simple and beautiful earrings from ZerbenaBoutique. Pull your hair up, put on a simple black dress...perfect.

Very romantic, very gentle. I would wear this dress from DreamsAndOutfits with a belt, over a pair of leggings. Perfect combination for a warm spring day."

Thank you so much Anika from Moonthroughfog! Have a fantastic week everyone!

Mosaic Monday: Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

Hard to believe it, but Christmas is a mere 3.5 days away! That means the big guy in red and white is prepping for leaving the great white north and leaving gifts for all the good kids. Will you get what is on your wishlist this year?

1) Santa by seventytwostitches
2) Candy Canes Print by PamLefcourt
3) Pink Plaid Bobby Pins by NightLady
4) Headphones Tote by itsastitch
5) Vegan Altered Vintage Gloves by aprilevening
6) Variety Gift Ornaments by strawberryona
7) Burgundy Czech Glass Flowers from thegoodyshop
8) Romantic Red Silk Pillow by WhiteThistleBridal

To further encourage spending the holidays with your family/friends/people you care about, the team blog/twitter/flickr will be closed from 12/24-12/28. Hope everyone enjoys the holidays! 

Mosaic Monday: I'll Be Home For Christmas

Ah, one of my FAVORITES. It's pretty, warming and slightly sad all in one, I'll Be Home For Christmas is exactly how I am feeling this year (except I REALLY will be, it won't be in my dreams) so while everyone's gearing up for to big day, let's get excited for seeing friends and family at this time of year.

1) Two Red Ice Skate Ornaments by ScrapHappieAZ
2) Crimson Drop Earrings by meredithfenwick
3) Italian Fashionista Baby Carrier by BabyEtte
4) Georgette Auburn Headband by bethanylorelle
5) Books Fabric Garland by imfromthewoods
6) Red Plaid Harness Coat/Vest by TerrierTrousers
7) White Garland Tree Ornament by AuntKarensCreations
8) Leather Attache Case/Diaper Bag by missprettyperfect


Enjoy!


PS: It was really hard selecting a version of this song, there are, seriously, at least 100 different covers. I picked one I had never heard before (doesn't hurt that I am a sucker for A Capella versions of songs). Here is another for you fans of the classics.

And The Nominees Are...

Thanks so much to everyone who entered our Team Challenge: Glistening Snow and Mistletoe. Each entry was gorgeous and I was so happy to see that a good number of them sold!

Since we didn't get quite as many entries as we were hoping for, we are doing a top 4 (instead of 5), and here they are!

Merry Christmas Decorated 8x10 Framed Matte Board by HeatherJaneDesign 

Small Blank Snowflake Journal by nightowlcraftworks 

 

Snowflakes Oil Lamp Bottle by ocasiocasa 

Tourmalinated Quartz Earrings by spookychandelier 

And there you have it! Our top 4 (and I promise I did not score my earrings - that was all the other 2 judges!). There is a poll on the top of the sidebar that will be open for the next 10 days (it will close Dec. 5th at 12pm EST). ALL are welcome to vote on it! And remember, the winner will receive a 4-day ad on craftcult, paid for by the judges of this.

Thanks again for entering, and Happy Thanksgiving, Americans!

Mosaic Monday: It's All Happening At The Zoo

Inspired by a Simon & Garfunkel song.

1) Peacock feather earrings by MichMade
2) Howling Wolf Necklace by daniellemaveal
3) Zebra Print Double Switch Plate by rathina
4) Huge Woodland Kawaii Bow by blueberryshoes
5) Ostrich with Carousel Pole Mini from DzyMsLizzy
6) Dragonfly Stamp by lemonadesun
7) Giraffe Print Note-cards by EvenAndy
8) Lion Wall Hanging by JammJar

Enjoy the week, everyone!