BESTeam Weekly Feature: Borettoart

BESTeam Weekly Feature: 

Borettoart

http://www.etsy.com/shop/Borettoart

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This amazing Etsy shop, owned by Leslie Boretto, is loaded with wonderful original artwork ranging from acrylic paintings to prints!   If you love seascapes, like I do, you'll be thrilled to browse Leslie's shop and see her life-like seascape paintings.

Leslie was kind enough to be interviewed for this feature, and here's what she had to say:

Q. What originally inspired you to begin selling online in your Etsy shop?
A.  A friend told me about it, at the begginging I stared the shop as a hobby and then I really became addicted to Etsy. I really enjoy the friendly atmosphere and
I think is a great opportunity to show my artworks all over the world!  

Q. Do you have any items that seem to be "customer favorites"?
A.  Customers seem to like mostly my seascape paintings.
This one in particulary got a lot of views as soon as uploaded for example:
www.etsy.com/listing/98528860/amazing-australian-beach-original

Q. What is YOUR favorite item in your store right now?
A. My favourite painting is this one:
www.etsy.com/listing/86441778/hot-air-balloon-painting-original
because it is a bif different from my usual paintings and has a personal story behind it.


Below are some beautiful items from Leslie's store.
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And her wonderful Blog


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This is my favorite one!  :)  Look at the beautiful colors!!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/86441778/hot-air-balloon-painting-original

Here's another painting that I love!  I personally love pieces that use aqua and red together.  Lovely!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/85860518/original-painting-acrylic-on-canvas

Here's a beautiful beach scene that looks so real you feel as though you can reach out and touch the water.  This is called "Relaxing Sailing".
http://www.etsy.com/listing/91612910/relaxing-sailing-fineart-print

BESTeam Feature: Yankee Burrow Creations

BESTeam Weekly Feature: 

Yankee Burrow Creations 

http://www.etsy.com/shop/YankeeBurrowCreation

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This amazing Etsy shop is run by the mother and daughter team of Debbi and Amanda.  This charming little store features lot of hand made items that are obviously crafted with a lot of love and care.  Here's a little bit of info on their shop and why they do what they do:


Q. What originally inspired you to begin selling online in your Etsy shop?
A. We started selling online as a way to stay connected when Amanda moved with her family to Kansas a few years ago. Then she moved back home, yea!!!! We decided recently to rebrand and update our online presence and treat this as a "real" job...so we made our blog, our website, and expanded our items to 3 different selling venues. So now Etsy carries our yarn/fashion items, Handmadeartist.com sells our home decor items, and I just started our shop on zibbet for our jewelry pieces. All three shops are (or will be when I add Zibbet) can be found in the tabs of our blog.

Q. Do you have any items that seem to be "customer favorites"?
A. Amanda's stuffed animals and pin cushions did not last long at all. But like any artists with ADD, we tend to not remake, or relist, the same items, so it's hard to find a customer favorite.

Q. What is YOUR favorite item in your store right now?
A. I would have to say that right now, our favorite item is the wedding shadow box. It is a great memory from Amanda's wedding on the beach!


Below are some beautiful items from their store.
Follow them on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/yankeeburrow
Here's their Facebook Page:  http://www.facebook.com/yankeeburrowcreations
And their wonderful Blog:  http://www.yankeeburrowcreations.com/



Light Green Crochet Summer Top
http://www.etsy.com/listing/97187707/light-green-crochet-summer-top

Bridal Shadow Box (BEAUTIFUL!)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/41642748/bridal-shadow-box-special-orders

Red Sparkle Ribbon Knit Scarf (my favorite)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/90519017/red-sparkle-ribbon-knit-scarf

 

10-22-10 Awesome "RED" Find of the Day!

GoodGriefGlass

http://www.etsy.com/shop/GoodGriefGlass?ref=seller_info
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Description: Rich wispy red and orange glass form the lovely wings of the butterfly. Its body, 3 white swirly marbles and a red transparent marble. The head supports wire antenna.

It measures 3 3/4” tall, 5” wide.

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Red and Orange Stained Glass Butterfly Suncatcher

 The glass in this piece was carefully cut, wrapped in copper foil and soldered. For hanging, two small rings are soldered to the back with a length of clear monofilament fishing line tied to them.

The sun shining through the glass or lack of sun will give the colors various appearances. Also, please be aware that colors may look slightly different on your computer monitor than in person.
 

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10-21-10 Awesome "RED" Find of the Day!

Effigy Masks

http://www.etsy.com/shop/effigymasks?ref=seller_info

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Description: The masks in this store are incredible!  Here's one that features the color red, but they are ALL simply outstanding!
~~Connie

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Handmade Masquerade Mask

 Description: Name: Diablo Italiano- meaning "The Italian Devil"

Handmade paper mache Harlequin styled eyemask with black trim, raised 3D swirl, black/gold/crimson paint effects, gold gilding, and satin black ribbons. Interior lined with black felt strips for comfort.

All paper mache mask blanks are made to fit a general face shape, not custom to your face specifications, but are bendable to facial contours when tied on.

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10-15-10 Awesome "Music" Find of the Day!

Low Light Creations

http://www.etsy.com/shop/lowlightcreations?ref=seller_info

Description: Wow!!  This is an amazing piece and is obviously, as the artist states, a labor of love.  Absolutely stunning and I can only imagine it's more breathtaking in real life.
~~Connie

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Artist's description: “Strumming The Blues Mosaic guitar.” This baby was a labor of love for me. Mixed materials including hand cut glass, turquoise and lapis beads, mirror, Italian millefiori , glass nuggets and sea glass transform this guitar into a piece guaranteed to make any music lover sing. The front of the guitar features two birds soaring. The sides, neck and back of the guitar are entirely wrapped in glass.

10-14-10 Awesome "Music" Find of the Day!

Zed's Zombie Ranch on Etsy

http://www.etsy.com/shop/zedszombieranch?ref=seller_info

Description: Continuing with my music theme for this week, this has proven to be a wonderful find!  Not only is this little heavy metal guy adorable, but he's perfect for Halloween!!
~~Connie

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Zombie Skeleton with Guitar

Artists Description: Each skeleton is made by hand from steel (1:9 scale), and stands approximately 8" tall if welded upright. Depending on the pose the final sculpture may be taller or shorter than 8". I cut the parts individually to allow for different posing options as I weld them together. The photograph is of the first one I made in that pose. If it has sold, I will make another in the same pose, but it may turn our slightly different. They are not finished with any paint or clear coat and if left outside, will eventually rust. But they look cool rusted too! Let me know if you are interested in a custom pose. Price is usually the same unless additional things need to be cut for it. Check the store for more Zombie Metalwork & more great zombie tees!

10-12-10 Awesome "Music" Find of the Day!

Jordy needle felted teddy bear

http://www.artfire.com/users/GlassDragonBearsPlus
Description: I found this and HAD to feature it.  This is a terrific handmade bear with a rock-n-roll theme and I think it's absolutely awesome!
~~Connie

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Product Description:

Jordy is a musician bear with his own Union Jack guitar! He was needle felted from wool roving and is 5-way string jointed. He has German glass eyes, a needle felted nose and is accented with perle cotton.
Jordy is wearing a fringed leather vest accented with silver colored embellishments and a matching leather hat. He also has a silver necklace with a red guitar and a star earring. When standing, Jordy is 8 inches tall!
Jordy's shipping is included for those with US mailing addresses. I use USPS Priority Mail which includes tracking. Others should contact me for a quote.

Sandy Gram- Say it in the Sand

http://www.facebook.com/SendASandyGram

Description: What a great idea!!! She writes messages in the sand, and photographs them. Check out her FB page. ~~Connie

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Send your loved ones a special greeting, in the sand! Sandy Gram will write your msg in the sand, photograph it & email the pic to you. Place orders at least 2wks before needed. 5 words or less: $9.99. More than 5 words: $14.99. :)

Sandy Gram - Sand Message Photography

10-9-10 Awesome Find of the Day!