Trading Machine

Wow you guys. I was busier than I thought last weekend during the WEAR IF YOU DARE team trading event! While I don't regret anything and am ULTRA excited for all my new goodies I had no clue I traded with so many different participating shops. The final count was 15! Yeesh. I was seriously not looking forward to taking the walk of shame to the post office today. Oh well. No more trading for me for awhile! Gotta focus on sales, sales, sales!!

Thanks again to everyone for participating in this awesome event. I had a blast and can't wait to share all my goodies with you guys once they arrive.

If you are unfamiliar with the WEAR IF YOU DARE etsy team and want to get involved please check us out here: WEAR IF YOU DARE


Look at this! IT'S MADNESS I SAY!?!

Whew!

Chaos subsides as the WEAR IF YOU DARE team trading event comes to a close this evening at midnight. I had a BLAST though!! Got some really cool things out of this and can't wait to show you guys! This team is super duper awesome and I had a blast meeting even more of them on the threads this weekend. ;)

Now all I need is a good night's sleep and some relaxation time! I can't believe I managed all this while working 4 doubles in a row too. Almost 40 hours in 4 days! Yeesh. I don't even want to think about the crazy amount of jewelry to ship out tomorrow (haha). Woo hoo!!

My New Addiction

Over the last two years I've been trying to take more of an active role in the etsy community via forums, teams, treasuries and the like. Honestly, there's just so many cool things to get involved with on etsy now it's overwhelming! But my absolute FAVORITE thing about etsy right now is the amazing people I've met through the teams I've gotten involved with recently. It's so nice knowing there's other people out there like myself trying to make ends meet and follow their dreams. Plus, the games and activities are a lot of fun too!

So for you today I'm going to list off my top 3 favorite teams on etsy right now. If you are a seller/buyer on etsy and want to get involved just click on the team names and send in an invite. We'd love to welcome you aboard!!

Number 1: Needful Things Dark Trading Team

This team is so much fun! Got some extra stuff laying around the house? Or perhaps a box of crafts you keep meaning to craft with but never seem to get around to? These ladies will gladly trade your for it! And if you're comfortable with it you can even trade your shop items too. Trading is a great way to get to know other artists in the community, boost your sales, support other etsy shops AND get some cute stuff in exchange. And you don't have to pay for it! Honestly, it's a win win situation.

Everyone is welcome! Check out the team here.

Number 2: Vintage Toy Addiction

Do you love toys?? Then this is just the place you've been looking for! No you can get together with other members of the community and talk about toys ALL DAY! How fun is that? Plus, you get to meet other like-minded individuals, play games, etc. It's very addictive. And if you sell toys or other vintage items on etsy its a fun way to connect and share your products with your fellow teammates.

Anyone can join! See what the team is up to here.

Number 3: Wear If You Dare

If you're like me, then you enjoy making a statement with the things you wear and surround yourself with on a daily basis. And this is just the place to find ultra bizarre and extremely unique mind-blowing items! It's a relatively new group, but so far we've been having a blast. In fact we have a HUGE trading event happening this weekend; where participating shops battle it out to see who can make the most trades within the time limit. Plus, the winner takes home the prize!

Want to get involved? Check us out here.

Pink Pandemonium Jewelry Review

Over the last year, I have been hopelessly addicted to the etsy shop: Pink Pandemonium

Based out of Sacramento, CA, shop owner Lesley Cottle makes extremely unique and creative jewelry, hair accessories, VHS pouches and more. And what's even better is that she's always happy to make you a custom piece! You name it, she'll make it! Plus, everything is extremely affordable too. What more could you ask for?

Here's a few photos of me pimpin all my awesome Pink Pandemonium goodies:

The Collection:

Me Sporting My Jason Earrings and Killer Klown Bow (which I altered into a necklace):

See what I'm talking about? Look at how cool all that stuff is! And some of it even glows in the dark. Bonus! If you haven't already heard of Pink Pandemonium please check out her etsy shop or find her on facebook. Trust me, you won't regret it. She's full of surprises! For real, just when I thought she'd out done herself...she goes and posts these bad babies:

Mars Attack Earrings:

 I know what I want for Valentine's!! (hehe)

Let's talk about Christmas!

This Christmas ruled!! First off, I've got an awesome boyfriend who totally out did himself this year. Then I got to see A John Waters Christmas!! AND I was very bad girl this year and treated myself to some very lovely items that I've wanted for so long I can still barely contain my excitement everytime I look at them!! Can you guess what they are? Oh yeah. Sailor Moon craziness is always what I need. (haha)

So all in all, Christmas was a blast. I even made a fancy home cooked meal! ;)

Here's the recap!

A John Waters Christmas: 12/14/12 @ Variety Playhouse - Atlanta, GA

I mean who doesn't love this guy!! He's handsome, hilarious and a proud wearer of one of the best mustaches ever. And seeing him do a live stand up act was totally boss. He had some very funny stories to share about xmas, Divine and oddly enough little children. Plus there was a Q&A at the end! Totally bought his book "Role Models" while I was there and it's signed too, yay! Can't wait to read it. ;)

Awesome Presents From My Super Fantastic Boyfriend, Marcus:

 Books!

 

Talking Heads - More Songs About Buildings LP!!

Dinosaur Fabric!!!

And my favorite....Tank Girl Art!!!!

Sadly, I didn't take any pictures of the food... but I found this amazing recipe for stuffed pork loins! It had dried cherries, parsley, jelly and all other kinds of stuff in there. Mmmmm! Plus I made some red potatoes and cookie creme pies to go with it. Super, super yummy!

Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas season as well! - Allison

Status Update

Hey everyone!

It's a new year and I'm really excited for it! Just figured I'd take a moment to thank you all for your support. hobbit.town jewelry would not exist without you. ;)

Also, I have a few goals in mind for this blog and some exciting upcoming projects I can't wait to share with you! For now though I'd just like to update you all on where you can find my jewelry and support me and my shop on the web outside this blog.

Want to buy something?? Please check out my etsy store: hobbit.town jewelry
I'm also now selling even more unique handmade items on eBay: hobbit.town jewelry on eBay
And I have a few special offers available on fiverr too! hobbit.town jewelry on fiverr

Looking to get connected?? Just add me as a friend on one or all of the sites below. This is a great way for you to easily find out about sales, coupon codes, new items, custom orders and all kinds of other stuff!

Facebook
Twitter
Wanelo
Pinterest

Please spread the word! Much love - Allison

Yay I won! The Liebster Award is mine

My friend Vanessa at http://vintagetoyfun.blogspot.com/ just nominated me for this years liebster award! Honestly, I've never heard of it before...but here goes nothing. Winning is still winning! ;)


The rules are:

• Each person tagged must post 11 things about themselves.
• They must also answer the 11 questions the tagger has set for them.
• They must create 11 more questions to ask bloggers they have decided to tag.
• They must then choose 11 special bloggers to tag & award with the Liebster award 
• These bloggers must be told in a comment on their blog

11 Things About Me:
 
1.  I'm 26 years old and I'm still obsessed with Sailor Moon.
2.  I currently reside just outside Austin, TX with my fabulous boyfriend Marcus.
3.  I make jewelry and other crafts via etsy and am now in 3 local stores in the TX area!
4.  Table top games are really fun!
5.  I have a secret crush on Felicia Day.
6.  A good video game always helps relieve tension. ;)
7.  I've always been a tom-boy, but I'm starting to notice it's easier to make friends with girls now that      I have boobs.
8.  I really, really, really want to organize a craft night!
9.  I spend almost half my rent on comic books.
10.  I someday aspire to be a fancy Anthropologist (thanks college degree!), but I want to dabble with        Taxidermy first.
11.  Japanese Lolita fashion is AMAZING!




Vanessa's Questions:


 1. When crafting do you prefer music or a movie?
 2. Whats your favorite movie?
 3. Favorite song?
 4. Do you have a job outside of etsy?
 5. Do you have a pet?
 6. Favorite book?
 7. Favorite drink?
 8. If you could live in any time period what would you choose?
 9. Favorite place that you have traveled to?
10. Favorite quote?
11. Favorite toy you had growing up?





1. I enjoy both music and movies while I craft although it's much easier for me to focus when music      is on.
2. Favorites are hard for me...but I guess I'd say Willow.
3. Once again favorites are hard...but right now I'm really digging Prince's "Uptown".
4. Right now's a hard time for me job-wise. Just got laid off, but I'm working on finding another one.
5. No sadly. I really want a big fat fluffy kitty though. :(
6. Favorites, favorites... Well I have always had a soft spot for "Jane Eyre"
7. You're killing me! Alcohol? haha
8. Hmm you know I'm really happy where I am.
9. San Francisco, CA
10. "Ain't nobody gonna make a monkey out of me!" - Talking Heads
11. I was hardcore crazy about my My Little Ponies. In fact, for a long time I would always carry at least one around with me. Just in case.

Ok now it's your turn guys! My nominees are:

http://letsfightcrime.com/
http://batcavereturns.blogspot.com/
http://aghoulsbestfriend.blogspot.com/
http://littlegothichorrors.blogspot.com/
http://covingtoncreations.blogspot.com/
http://www.charancreations.blogspot.com/
http://livingdeadgirlnicoleart.blogspot.com/
http://mybagintheattic.blogspot.com/
http://mssylsstuff.blogspot.com/
http://moiracoon.blogspot.com/
http://kckendall.blogspot.com/

And here's your questions!

1. What is your biggest regret?
2. What is your favorite past time?
3. Tell me an embarrassing story.
4. Have you ever broken a bone? If so, how?
5. What's the craziest thing you've ever done?
6. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go and why?
7. Tell me a secret.
8. Do you play video games? If so, who's your all time video game crush?
9. Who is your favorite author?
10. What is your favorite dinosaur?
11. What do you think about sports?

Etsy Christmas Sales

Hey everybody! The xmas sales have begun. I'm currently running two etsy offers for my jewelry shop: hobbit.town jewelry

Offer 1: All etsy orders over $25 will receive a free goodie bag! Offer expires next year. Grab 'em while you can. Available while supplies last!

Offer 2: FB fans only!! From now until the new year if you are a friend of mine or "like" my page on facebook then I will send you a special coupon for 25% off your entire purchase! If you don't have an etsy but wanna participate that's fine too. Just message me and we can work out the rest. 


Don't miss out on these awesome offers. Available for a limited time. Happy Holidays!!

Happy Thanksgiving!

YES! Turkey day is finally here! And I'm undertaking my first cooking project in a long time. Wish me luck...I REALLY need it. Not only do I have the world's tiniest kitchen but I'm not all too good at cooking in the first place haha. But I found a recipe for "Cookie Dough Creme Pie" so how could I say no? Promise to post pics when it's done and if it's good I'll share the recipe with you guys too! Hope you all have a lovely day with friends, family, animals etc. I'm very excited to just relax and stuff my face all day long ;)

P.S. The Thanksgiving fiesta all day party begins now! New items will be listed ALL DAY LONG and then at midnight the happy fun time sale will begin! Stay tuned for more info and have a Happy Thanksgiving! ;)

P.P.S. And yes this is definitely getting watched today... heheh

Happy Halloween!!

Yahoo!! It's finally Halloween! My favorite holiday of the year! This means ultra candy overload, horror movies all day, and happy fun times all around. Plus I'm going to carve my very first pumpkin today! I'm not sure how I missed out on this tradition all these years...but I'm happy to finally say "I DID IT!" Hope you all have a spectacular day as well!

Remember if you want some awesome jewelry it's your last day to save! Use the coupon code HORROR for 25% off your entire purchase. Sale ends at midnight! www.hobbittownjewelry.etsy.com

And here's a few funny behind the scenes photos from some of my favorite Halloween movies. Can you guess where they are from?