Wednesday, January 27, 2016

I Wish You a Frog - Inspired by Last Weekend Treasury Game


Dear Readers,

First of all I show you what is my motivation for writing today:

don't worry : be hoppy!

SPSTeam Weekend Treasury Game Hoppy Sunday to All!
Frog Ceramic Plate Green Dish Animal Spoon Rest St Patrick Day Gift
$21.00
Royal Purple Heart Post Earrings Tiny Ceramic Studs Heartpottery Hypoallergical
€11.00
Best Wishes - Wedding Card - Engagement Card - Bright Green and White - Green Flower - Polka Dots - Shabby Chic Style
$4.00
Linen Cotton Dish Towels Tea Towels Circle Round Purple Green Orange Blue White Tea Towels set of 2
$17.95
Fingerless Gloves Wrist Warmers Mittens Green Blue Purple Knit
$37.40
Don't Worry be Hoppy Modern Quote Beer Art Print / Home Brewery Decor / Pub Bar  / Wall Art / House Warming - Craft Beer Gift
$12.00
Textile necklace blue green, fiber pendant blue, statement necklace - Handmade jewelry OOAK for order
$45.00
Decorative Wall Mirror Bright Green Frog Mirror with nature sea shell eyes,home decor,handmade mirror
$130.00
crochet frog, miniature frog king, kiss the frog, funny animal gift, little green frog, amigurumi tiny animal, lime green, mini stuffed doll
$21.32
Green and Purple Tree Frog Throw Pillow
$23.99
Green Flower earrings, Boho Statement Earrings, Green Flower dangles, Bohemian jewelry, Boho Wedding, Hippie, Gypsy
$21.00
Frog Applique, Crochet Frog, Hat Applique, Animal Motif, Sewn on Applique, Kids Clothing, Green Frog, Craft supplies, Handmade Applique,
$3.00
Eyeglass Case Green Passion Lily Protective Pouch
$8.00
Tiny Frog Earrings Frog Stud Ceramic Frog Gift Green Frog Miniature Frog Tiny Animal Jewelry Frog Jewelry Green Stud Ceramic Stud
$25.00
Green Paper Art Work, Mixed Media Wall Art, Fiber Art, Paper Wall Hanging, Contemporary Wall Art, Handmade Paper Tapestry, Paper Sculpture
$375.00
Vintage 80s Mug - Frog Mug - Frog Band - Otagiri Mug - 80s Otagiri - 80s Frog - Upright Bass - Mandolin - Green Purple Yellow Blue
$19.00

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Oh yes, a little green frog, if it is possible the princess kind to solve all of the difficulties in 2o16. Of course the fairy tail from Grimm started beautiful as usually every beginning is nice:

''In olden times, when wishing still did some good, there lived a king whose daughters were all beautiful, but the youngest was so beautiful that the sun itself, who, indeed, has seen so much, marveled every time it shone upon her face. In the vicinity of the king's castle there was a large, dark forest, and in this forest, beneath an old linden tree, there was a well. In the heat of the day the princess would go out into the forest and sit on the edge of the cool well. To pass the time she would take a golden ball, throw it into the air, and then catch it. It was her favorite plaything.''
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The complication just came after. In this case the pretty daughter of the king has to be happy with the disgusting frog.  

''Youngest daughter of the king,
Open up the door for me,
Don't you know what yesterday,
You said to me down by the well?
Youngest daughter of the king,
Open up the door for me.

The king said, "What you have promised, you must keep. Go and let the frog in."

We should always remember the little green frog, when we are sitting in our deep trouble, when we realized we do not get what we wanted.  Maybe our story will change the same positive way, like the end of this fairy tale. Just do not give it up!

I wish you a good a little green frog and a successful year!


PRESENTED TO YOU BY OUR LEADER:

Hi, my name is Ildi. I really enjoy the process of making pottery: I sit down at a table with clay and try to make something that I have an imagination of. I want something and the clay wants something but in the end I can work until I am most satisfied with the outcome.


   


Monday, January 25, 2016

January's Cross Promo Train


Welcome to this month's Cross Promo Train.  The Cross Promo Train is  monthly game on the SPSTeam .  All team members are welcome to sign up.  The sign up thread is posted a week before the Cross Promo Train starts. We do different promotional activities each day throughout the 5 day event. This months Cross Promo Train was held 1/18 - 1/22.   We had 9 amazing shops join us this month.


 It's amazing to see how much effort every person puts into promoting every day; going beyond what is required.  I'd like to thank all the people who took part, and all the hard work they put forth.  Let's take a look at each shop & each day's activities.


Participating Shops:



DAY 1


1) Post 2 items from your shop you would like others to promote


2) You must favorite all items posted by each shop. Please remember to return later to favorite items posted after you. If you have the time you can also click on & view the item. You must leave the item open for 15 seconds for it to count as a view. 


Feel free to also promote the items on the list by tweeting, pinning, blogging, or sharing on other social media sites such as Wanelo and Facebook. Or even do a treasury for some of the items :)

Let"s take a look at a few items from Day 1.


Juniper Green Scarf Crochet with Southwest style fabric pocketsBold Blooms in Red on Black Le Croissant Sac Collection Hobo Style Large Shoulder BagTurquoise Dark Blue geometric earring, modern Square enamel earrings, everyday minimalist jewelry



DAY 2


1. Promote a minimum of 3 items from the shop BELOW you on the list.



2. Each item you choose to promote must be favorited. Then, feel free to promote the items by tweeting, pinning, blogging, or sharing on other social media sites such as Wanelo and Facebook. Fav the shop, follow the shop or maybe even doing a treasury or photo collage.


Please promote the same way you would like other shops to promote for you! As with all our games, do what you can and have time for.

Here's some of the amazing items that were promoted on Day 2.



Little Girl's Dark Purple and Olive Green, blue and brown purse. Play purse for girl. Great Birthday gift for girl Made By By Lala on EtsyCountry Windmill Tag in Fiery Orange and Red, Set of 3 Thank You Tags, Hand Stamped Gift Tags, Brilliant Fall Colors
Blue gingham chicken doll doorstop made to order, red wings, blue heart, quilted wings & tail, gem eyes, white eyelet ruffle
            




                                              DAY 3




1. Create at least 1 treasury featuring at least 8 shops from the participant list & 8 from anywhere on Etsy. Note: If less than 8 shops sign up then you can fill in spots of your treasury with shops of your choice.


2. Use team tags: Spsteam, cross promo


3. Please feel free to promote everyone's treasuries by tweeting, pinning, blogging, or sharing on other social media sites such as Wanelo and Facebook. 

Many members choose to make more then one treasury.  All of them were great fun for me to view.  Here is a just a small taste of some of the treasuries made.












A touch of whimsey....

Strategic Promotion for Success Team~January's Cross Promo Train
Toadstool doorstop - fairy door & window - made to order - with birch door - large size doorstop or colorful room accent
$37.00
Orange Flowers Valentine's Card, Handmade Love Note, Three Flowers for Valentine, Orange and Red Notecard for Wedding Anniversary
$4.25
Little Girl's Purse Play purse, Fall Leaf colors Stripped purple, green, yellow, orange, mustard birthday gift for girl ready to ship
$25.00
French home decor Cozy Mug Warmer Coffee Brown earth color House Artisanal Ceramic button sweater Tea Sleeve Cover Crochet Wool
€20.00
Moriyama Mori-Machi Porcelain Tea Time Set // Orange and White Floral Sandwich and tea service // Vintage cream, sugar & server  set
$75.00
Eyeglass or Sunglass Case Magnificent Mushrooms on Orange Protective Padded Pouch Choose your Size
$8.00
Lace Tablecloth Crocus Flower Doily
$25.50
Dried flower bridesmaid bouquets, peony and safflower bouquet, orange and burgundy bouquet, fall wedding, fall bouquets, autumn wedding
$69.95
Teething necklace / nursing necklace & breastfeeding toy for baby Red Orange Yellow - READY TO SHIP
$23.99
Bow Ear Warmer Orange and Aqua Crochet Oversized Bow Head Wrap
$16.00
Obi bracelet Fleur de cerisier- japanese fabric 100%cotton - pink, red and orange bracelet with flowers
€12.00
Circus Carousel Wedding Cake Topper, Birthday Party, Centerpiece, Table Decoration, Eclectic
$31.20
CLEARANCE Cotton fabric, quilting, Painted Summer by In The Beginning  Fabrics, 100% cotton, coral, peach, orange, green, white flower
$5.00

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Magical Magenta

Is it pink or red or purple? It's everything rolled into one! Magical!
Antique fuchsia Bobby Pin Purple Hair Pin Upcycled Vintage Button barrette Vintage Inspired hairstyle
€10.50
Purple Friends Greeting Card, Handmade Notecard, Friendship Card, Thinking of You, Just Because Note
$4.25
Chunky Knit Infinity Scarf in Chunky thick yarn multiple colors For a Custom Order Made by By Lala on Etsy
$48.00
Crochet Lavender Sachets Batik Fabric Square/Small Dove Rugged Cross ring pillow (choose 1)
$3.75
Long Jacquard Silk Scarf Hand Dyed in Shades of Red and Purple, Ready to Ship
$29.95
Spineless Prickly Pear Cactus - 100 seeds - Opuntia cacanapa ellisiana - edible pads & bright red purple  fruit - cold hardy in many areas
$3.00
Purple shawl Crochet  purple shawl accessories gift for her
$20.00
Decorative ceramic floral wall Pocket // Rose wall vase // shabby chic wall decor
$12.00
Reusable Produce Bag ,Mesh Bag, Tote Bag. Made from Plastic Yarn Free Clutch Included
$10.00
Galactic cosmic moon necklace vintage, glass cabochon yourself, chain necklace jewelry women
$9.00
Jewelry Set with real petals oval pendant earrings eco resin jewelry Statement rose set Wedding Jewelry Set unique resin set red gift
$35.00
Wooden gift coaster with printed typewriter style text 'LOVE'  - 1 pcs, gift ideas, handmade, love, valentine, foral
$4.30
Trapeze dress, big purple flowers print, girls, summer dress ,girls
€28.00
Purple Wall Hanging / Waves / Landscape / Woven Wall Hanging / Wall Decor / Tapestry / Wood
€35.00
Purple Tote Bag, Large Tote Bag, Womens Tote Bag, Purple Handbag, Leather Handbag, Grey Handbag, Purple Shoulder Bag, Grey Shoulder Bag, Bag
$80.00
Valentine's gift Birdhouse earrings - red purple Bird and Red Heart, bird house polymer clay earrings, nature inspired artisan made earrings
€26.00

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White

Strategic Promotion for Success Team~January's Cross Promo Train
Pearl drop earrings // clip earrings // Faux pearl wedding earrings // Bridal earrings // Pearl cluster
$11.50
Clutch Purse Pastel Pin Dots and Stripes on White
$14.00
Baby Baseball Cap Made To Order Size 6-12 months
$12.00
Baby Sweater White unisex gift for baby shower Handmade knit 6 month white baby sweater and hat gift for baby
$35.00
Romantic hair pin Wedding hair pins linen Fabric Hair accessory white hair Jewelry lace hairstyles
€10.50
Small Shoulder Tote Carry Pouch Crochet Bag (pink or beige+) choose 1
$7.25
SALE Vintage Seashell Pendant Creamy White Spiral with Turquoise Blue Needle Felted Wave on Silver Chain Natural Beach Jewelry
$22.00
White beanie hat and scarf winter scarf women infinity scarf cowl scarf infinity gift ideas scarf
$39.90
Obi bracelet Kaori - japanese fabric 100%cotton - japanese pattern with circles in white and blue. Japanese bracelet
€12.00
Ivory Keepsake Box - Shabby Chic Box - Fabric Flower - Gift Box - Rustic Style - Brown Polka-Dot Ribbon - Small Keepsake Box - Simple Style
$10.25
Tie Dyed Shibori Silk Scarf Hand Dyed Red, Pink, Blue and Purple, Long Silk Scarf #433,Ready to Ship
$23.96
Cottage Chic Set of Beach Decor Wall Art, Sea Shell Home Decor, Beach House Wall Decor, Wall Art, Coastal Decor, Coastal Art, White & Burlap
$54.99
Mini macrame seashell plant hanger - candle holder -  wall hanging - from Texas beach - glass container included
$26.00
Asymmetry in white - pearl necklace, freshwater pearls, coin pearls, round, hand knotted, silk, modern, gift for her, christmas
$89.00
Tea cosy / teapot cover hand-knitted in pure wool. Pink heart, cream cozy
£18.00
Crocheted White Polar Bear Baby Beanie MADE TO ORDER
$19.00

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Blue Belle

SPST January promo
Vintage Cabochon Pendant Necklaces, no-metal,  forget me not, or rose flowers Crochet Edging
$7.50
Large square hand dyed silk scarf in shades of blue, 29” square, # 356, ready to ship
$28.20
Clutch Purse Sky Blue Damask Padded Tablet Cover
$18.00
Baby boy knit sweater and hat In light blue white grey boy sweater and hat handmade sweater Made by By Lala on Etsy
$30.00
Blue gingham chicken doll doorstop made to order, red wings, blue heart, quilted wings & tail, gem eyes, white eyelet ruffle
$29.00
Classroom Valentines with Giraffes, Handmade Mini Notecards for Valentine's Day, Kids' Valentine's Cards, Turquoise Bookmarks
$9.75
Spiral Scrubbies, Set Of 3
$5.00
Fencepost in Snow Photo Greeting Card, Blank White Notecard, Fine Art Photography, Frozen Barbed Wire, Atmospheric Image, Winter Scene
$4.50
Baby Hat With Scalloped Edging, Blue Color
$9.00
Cozy Mug Coffee Mug Warmer green blue color exotic fish Artisanal Ceramic button crocodile stitch Sweater Tea Sleeve Cover Crochet Wool Ooak
€18.00
Up-cycled Hand Fan from recycled wine cooler package
$3.65
Hand painted plant pot - Zig Zag Waves - aqua blue, olive green and gray - hand painted terra cotta
$9.00
Baby Boy Crochet Blanket Blue Baby Boy Blanket and matching knit Bear Baby's First Blanket
$65.00
Card Case Gift Card Holder Fish in the Sea Blue Green
$4.00
Crepe silk scarf with fringe hand dyed shades of purple and turquoise blue, 10” x 58” plus fringe, ready to ship
$44.50

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DAY 4

1) Post 1 item from your shop you would like others to promote


2) Promote each item on at least one of your social media sites. Post the links to the site(s) you are promoting on.

Here are some of the items that were promoted on Day 4.


Spiral Scrubbies, Set Of 3Long crepe silk scarf with fringe, hand dyed shades of blue, purple and magenta, ready to ship #438Frosted Ice Bucket Gold Leaf Wheat Pattern // Vintage Glass ice bucket


Day5




1. Pick any Etsy shop - they don’t have to be part of the spsteam. You can choose them from anywhere.


2. Spread the love and promote them how you want. Post a few of their items in the thread.& links to treasuries, blogs, and social media – wherever you promoted them.

Here are the shops that were picked for Adopt A Shop:


joliefemme adopted SailorsRavineStudio               chezviolette adopted CarolaBartz                                                          


Oak Pine Hillside Photography Rural Landscape Print, 12 x 16, 11 x 17, 11 x 14, 8 x 10 Rustic Wall Art Home DecorAmerican Girl Doll Hand Knitted Bright Multi-Colored Winter Accessories, Hat, Scarf and Leg Warmers for 18 Inch Doll

amydscrochet adopted FunNFiber                                RosyDaysScarves adopted YviBJonesCeramics


Red Heart Necklace, Jasper stone necklace, Valentines Day gift for women for teen for girlfriend rustic necklace copper leather necklace                         Accent Lamps, Table Lamps, Decorative Lamp, Bedside Lamp, Mosaic Lamps, Earthy Lamps, Hand Crafted Lamps

ChickenJungle adopted alpoarts                                    CarolaBartz adopted LadyEvaDESIGN

8x10, frog pencil drawing, charcoal drawing, fine art print, wall art, animal art, wildlife art, mushroom, 11x14 photo mat, black and white          Kids gift - Wood bear - Wooden Puzzle bear - Educational toys - montessori toys - Kids gifts - Animal puzzle - bears family

ZcrochetZ adopted CaTBlack917                                 TrellisLaneVintage adopted CanotStop
Skull jewelry, Pirate Skull Resin spoon pendant, spoon jewelry, Spoon pendant, Spoon art, Resin Jewelry, Spoon Necklace  Original Watercolor Painting of Misty Landscape with Pinetrees, Nature Painting Watercolour Art



Thank you so much for joining me for another Cross Promo Train.  Hope to see you next time!





PRESENTED TO YOU BY OUR LEADER :

Hi I'm Amy. In my shop I offer a variety of crocheted items and occasionally I list vintage crochet & knitting pattern books. I enjoy working on custom orders. My customers often come up with the best creative ideas; and sometimes offer me the challenge of creating something I've never done before. It’s always satisfying to take a piece of yarn and create something new from it.