New Dishcloths!

Need to spruce up your kitchen? Tired of that stinky, grimy sponge? Want something that is durable and colorful? Check out my 100% cotton reusable dishcloths!



They measure 4.5 inches wide and 3 inches tall - about the size as your typical kitchen sponge.



These are machine washable and will last forever! Get that stinky sponge out of your kitchen and stop throwing money away.



Don't see a set that matches your kitchen? Convo me in Etsy and I'll make you a custom set!

Item of the Week - January 12, 2010

Well, here it is week two, and I am already behind on posting the item of the week! Forgive me, as I was a little distracted by my interview with Matt Pinfield from 101.9 WRXP. Anyway, the item of the week is this set of seven make-up remover pads.



Some info on the set:
This set of seven 100% cotton facial scrubbers/make-up remover pads measures just under 4 inches wide.

These are super soft and provide gentle exfoliation. They can be used with any type of soap or facial cleanser. Stop throwing money away on cotton balls! These guys are 100% machine washable and dryer safe.

And for the bonus - just put "seven days a week" in the notes to seller at checkout and I will refund you $1.00 via PayPal, that's 7 face scrubbers for just $4.50 plus shipping!

Make-up revmover pads can be made in any color and number, so please feel free to contact me via Etsy or via Facebook if you'd like a custom order. The same $1.00 discount will apply to all orders for 7 or more pads placed and paid for between now and midnight on Sunday, January 17.

Happy Shopping!
~Melissa~

I've Been Featured!

Thanks to Rose Works Jewelry's Treasury Blog for including my white make-up removers in their blog post "Featuring the Etsy Bloggers Team"
Rose Works Jewelry's Treasury Blog: Featuring the Etsy Bloggers Team

Item of the Week - January 4, 2010

Happy New Year to all! For many today is the first work/school day of the new year, and I hope its going well! I try not to make resolutions that I can't keep, but this year, I will feature a single item every Monday, the featured item of the week! I will also include a special gift or discount for my loyal blog readers, each week the item and the special bonus will be different and you will have to come back here to my blog to see the item, the bonus and to get the code to put in the notes to seller at checkout.

The very first featured item is (drum roll please)......

Mi Corazon - Trio of Heart Shaped Washcloths


These are too cute and so much fun to make!! I am having a blast making these in all sorts of colors. Keep your eyes peeled, I have an interesting assortment of Valentine's Day themed colors in stock!

These washcloths are so cool, that I have already gotten a request for 20 of these guys!!

OK, now for the good stuff - the special bonus for my blog readers - purchase this set of heart shaped washcloths between now and midnight on Sunday, January 10 and get a free pair of cotton face scrubbers. Simply put "I heart you" in the notes to seller at checkout and I will automatically include your free gift.

Happy Shopping!
~Melissa~

A Pat on the Back!

The EtsyBloggers have an interesting question for this biweekly blog carnival. They ask the following:

What was your most successful sales event or product, and why do you think it was?

Hands down, my most successful sales event was my Earth Day sale from earlier this year. I offered free shipping on all eco-friendly items - washcloths, make-up remover pads, dishcloths and upcycled jewelry.



During that period, I sold several sets of white make-up remover pads. I'm not sure why white was so popular, but I really should get my butt to the store and get more white cotton yarn!!



I think the sale was popular for two reasons:
1) My washcloths/make-up pads/dishcloths are very reasonably priced, and in some cases, by offering free shipping, I cut the total price almost in half.



2) Now more than ever, people are looking for ways to eliminate waste, save money and keep their families healthy. My washcloths and make-up remover pads are machine washable and last a very, very long time (I am tempted to say that they will last forever, but I can't be 100% sure of that) and the dishcloths replace stinky sponges that can hold mold and bacteria. All of them are pretty and give the sense of luxury while still being good for the environment and helping to save money.

I was surprised at how well the sale went, up until that point, I had little success with sales. Will this be an annual event?? You'll have to keep reading my blog to find out! ;-)

One World One Heart Giveaway

COMMENTS ARE NOW CLOSED - WINNERS WILL BE POSTED SHORTLY!! THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO ENTERED.



I discovered the One World One Heart Giveaway thanks to a fellow EtsyNJ member and decided it would be fun to participate. Its a way for bloggers around the world to connect and to possibly win some cool stuff along the way.

I am offering a sampler pack of my reuseable cotton crocheted cloths - it will include one washcloth, one dishcloth and two make-up removal pads. These are a great way to reduce the use of paper towels, sponges and cotton balls - saving you money and eliminating waste. Depending on the number of entries, I may give away two or three sampler sets.

The images below are not the actual items you'll receive (because I haven't made them yet) but they are fairly close to what you will get.


All you have to do to enter is leave a comment on this blog post and give me some way to contact you if you win (either your blog address, your email address, your website, Etsy shop, something). The winner (or winners) will be announced on Thursday, February 12 and will be contacted directly.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to check out the other participants here - One Worls One Heart 2009 .

Espescially for Baby

I've been loving babies lately!! But, don't we all love babies? Perhaps I should say that I've been loving making things for babies lately.

I have these cute little cotton washcloths in purple and white. These would be an adorable shower gift for someone who is expecting a girl:


This pretty pastels square 100% cotton blanket is perfect for swaddling the new little one. The blanket has pink, blue, yellow and green on a white base making this perfect for both girls and boys!


This is my favorite blanket so far, its a classic ripple or zig zag pattern and I used a bright rainbow colored yarn. My 7 month old son was mesmerized by it and kept trying to take it from my lap while I was working on it! Its the perfect size for car seats and strollers and and bright enough to keep baby entertained!


Don't you just love shopping for babies? If you buy any of these items and mention my blog in the notes to seller or in an Etsy conversation - you'll get 10% off! Just wait for a revised PayPal invoice!

Happy Shopping!
~Melissa~