Christmas Sale Event

Saturday 8th November

2014

12.00am – 12.00am EST

Contents

How to use this guide ………………………………………………………….. 3 Who we are ………………………………………………………………………… 5 Baby & Child ………………………………………………………………………… 6 Bath & Beauty …………………………………………………………………….. 8 Fashion & Accessories ………………………………………………………… 9 Food & Edibles ...………………………………………………………………… 11 Home Wares & Art/Décor …………………………………………………… 12 Jewelry ………………………………………………………………………………. 15 Knitwear & Crochet …………………………………………………………….. 20 Paper Crafts ……………………………………………………………………….. 22

How to use this guide

Welcome to The Handmade Forum Facebook Christmas Sale Event! Please read this area to make your buying experience as easy as possible.

• Shop name & Clickable link • Shop Description • % Discount • Shop Location • International Shipping Offered

Each shop will be displayed like this in each category. The shop link is clickable and will take you to the shop store front. Each shop will be arranged in alphabetical order in each category. Some shops will be in more than one category. Example, one shop may knit baby clothes & also knit scarves for adults. So this shop will be in ‘For Baby & Child’ as well as ‘Knit wear & Crochet Wear.’

All of the handmade shops taking part are hosted by Etsy. Etsy is a global handmade online retail selling platform that hosts individual shops. If you’re new to Etsy you may need to register before you can buy. But not to worry, it is very easy, quick and free. You can also register using your Facebook account.

To make your shopping experience easier, all the shops taking part have the same discount code: SALE2014. Once you have your item placed in your cart, just enter the discount code. You can use the code more than once.

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How to use this guide

Most shops accepts debit/credit cards and PayPal. However some shops only accept PayPal. Don’t have a PayPal account? Not to worry, you can still purchase the item via PayPal as a guest using your debit/credit card without having a PayPal account. Please see below on how to do this.

2. Choose Pay with a debit or credit card

1. Select PayPal/Visa etc as your payment option & click check out with PayPal

3. Then fill in your debit/credit card details and click continue

4. After you have filled in your details, you will be taking back to Etsy and you need to click submit order. You’re done!

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Who We Are

The Handmade Forum is a small global community of handmade artists and crafters who sell their wares online. The Handmade Forum is a platform that supports these handmade designers and promote handmade items as an entirety. We are run by amazing volunteers and members who help make The Handmade Forum a fantastic place to grow as a small online business and to make new friends. We use various social media to promote handmade items and to encourage people to buy handmade items.

‘Support living artists, the dead ones don’t need it.’

Our members are given a Certified Stamp of Approval, that means they truly make their items. Each Stamp is unique and registered to the individual. Please look out for the Stamp on Etsy Shop pages. Here is an example.

For updates and interesting handmade gift ideas,

you can find us:

The Handmade Forum

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Twitter *By purchasing from these shops you are buying directly from the individual seller. If there is any problems please contact the seller directly where you have bought your item(s) from. Each seller has it’s own shop policies and postage costs, please make sure you read them.*

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Baby & Child

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• Glamorous Stitches

‘Handmade Embroidery clothing and other items.’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Make Mine Patchwork

‘A variety of handmade patchwork gifts, including quilts, baby items, bags, pillows, home and holiday decor.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• KCsKeepsakes

‘I knit dolls and toys for play or decoration. They draw inspiration from stories from all over the world, so have yourself a multicultural Christmas!’ • 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Australia • International Shipping: Yes

‘I have been knitting dolls since I was in primary school, when my grandparents passed the skill down to me. I love the smiles people give me when they see what I make, and hope that you, your friends, and your family get the same joy out of them!’ KCsKeepsakes

Baby & Child

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• Puffy The Slayer

‘Need a gift for a geek, nerd, gamer or cosplayer? Then I am the shop for you; everything is pixelated & geeky; merry geekmas everyone!’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Nanny’s Homemade Treasures

‘Children's aprons, coloring bags, dresses and wall hangings for the adults.’ • 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon request

• Quinnys Crochet

‘Handmade Crocheted Baby Outfits, Blankets and Accessories, Women’s Scarves, Headbands, OOAK Brooches, Clutches, Xmas Items and much more, Custom Orders Welcome.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

‘I really enjoy the process of choosing a yarn color and letting the design grow from there, I am really enjoying thinking up new items to make, picking out different yarns and colors and deciding what stitches to use for my next project.’ Quinnys Crochet

Bath & Beauty

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• DJDeodrants

‘Strong but gentle natural deodorants, diapersticks, aromatherapy for pain, sleep, etc., and intensive hand butter.’ • 7% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon

request

• Flaherty Naturals

‘Natural handmade skin care - Bath Gift Sets, Body Oils & Lotions, Dried Herbs & Teas, Lip Balms, Sugar & Salt Scrubs, Soap and more.’ • 15%OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes on

certain items

Fashion &

Accessories

• Black Raven Creations

‘Black Raven Creations based in Michigan, specializing in bags, scarves, cowls, dog collars, cell phone cases, cozies and handmade crocheted and knit accessories.’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Creativity Unravelled

‘Handmade Tote Bags, Cosmetic Bags, Zippered Pouches and more!’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Curvaceously Geek

‘Fashionable, Geeky PLUS SIZE items for beautiful and Curvaceously Geeky girls!’

• 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

‘I've always been on the chunky side and have ALWAYS been on the geek side. I've grown up watching Quantum Leap, Star Trek, Batman...etc. Now I bring my love of Geek to my love of crafting/sewing etc...Learning to be proud of my curves.’ Curvaceously Geek

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Fashion &

Accessories

• Ma’at Silk

‘Ma’at Silk sells hand painted silk scarves, cushions and paintings, as well as a wide range of stationery goods. All featuring bold and colourful pattern designs.’ • 5% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Make Mine Patchwork

‘A variety of handmade patchwork gifts, including quilts, baby items, bags, pillows, home and holiday decor.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Siren Skirts

‘One of a kind, sexy knitwear for women, celebrating the feminine form.’ • 25% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

‘Monique Guzman believes that art should be in everything you do. Combining gorgeous line and silhouette to accentuate feminine beauty and power. She will be featured in New York Fashion Week 2013 and is finalist in Eco Fashion Designer in London.’ Siren Skirts

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Food & Edibles

• Blue Ribbon Confection

‘Gourmet marshmallows and gluten free baked goods.’ • 15% OFF (Marshmallows only)

Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: No

• Desert Sage Natural

‘We are an organic tea company with a twist. We are geeks, as well as people-who-make-tea. We sell medicinals and for-taste, tea and cocoa.’ • 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

‘ I had to find a way to take care of myself and my family. So I started researching, learning, studying, experimenting. As I did, I made sure to keep "normal" medicine and science in the picture. My goal is to make medicinal teas that are drinkable, work, and mesh well with any medications that are already a part of people's lives.’ Desert Sage Natural

• Flaherty Naturals

‘Natural handmade skin care - Bath Gift Sets, Body Oils & Lotions, Dried Herbs & Teas, Lip Balms, Sugar & Salt Scrubs, Soap and more.’ • 15%OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes on

certain items

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Home wares &

Art/Decor

• Art of Emaan ‘Jewellery, Art and Sculpture that are born from a fusion of east and west cultures.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Enchanted Design Studio

‘Fantasy and Animal Art of Concetta Kilmer. You will find everything from fairies to horses & jewelry to candles and much more.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Just Add Jewelry

‘Looking for a great way to organize earrings & other favorite jewelry pieces? I carry earring holders in every color combo you can imagine!’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

‘I decided to take the plunge last fall to give myself something to do that wasn't being a wife or a mother and to have a little extra cash in my pocket. In the process, I discovered a crafty side that I never really new existed.’ Just Add Jewelry

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Home wares &

Art/Decor

• Lorraine Inspired

‘Colorful and fun handmade decorative thumbtacks, push pins, magnets, and more to brighten your day.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Ma’at Silk

‘Ma’at Silk sells hand painted silk scarves, cushions and paintings, as well as a wide range of stationery goods. All featuring bold and colourful pattern designs.’ • 5% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Make Mine Patchwork

‘A variety of handmade patchwork gifts, including quilts, baby items, bags, pillows, home and holiday decor.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Path Lighter

‘I paint inspirational quotes on rustic, reclaimed wood with a natural look. I also paint distressed and decoupaged pieces. Custom orders welcome.’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: No

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Home wares &

Art/Decor

• The Country Crab

‘Custom crochet creations and country home decor!’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon

request

‘I'm a stay-at-home mother of two little boys and a Coast Guard wife. I currently reside in the lovely state of Maine. I've always had a love for crocheting as a hobby, but over the last couple of years my collection of crocheted items has been growing, so I turned my hobby into a business!’ The Country Crab

‘Need a gift for a geek, nerd, gamer or cosplayer? Then I am the shop for you; everything is pixelated & geeky; merry geekmas everyone!’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Puffy The Slayer

• Wild Azalea Studio ‘Handmade Stained Glass panels, suncatchers, and more. Fused Glass jewelry. Everything is made using glass.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon

request

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Jewelry

• Art of Emaan

‘Jewellery, Art and Sculpture that are born from a fusion of east and west cultures.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Bracelets By Jen

‘Various types of quality handmade embroidery macrame friendship bracelets, awareness bracelets and more.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Dix Sterling ‘Artisan jewelry ,sterling silver pendants, earrings, rings and bracelets — all handcrafted in Western Canada for you to love.’ • 25% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

‘I have been; wife, mother, grandmother, film editor, horse woman, PR pro, and film publicist. I used to paint - oils and acrylics. Then we downsized. I took my first course in making sterling jewelry about 14 years ago and it became my passion’ Dix Sterling

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Jewelry

• Healing Garden Shop

‘Energy infused bracelets to help with anxiety, stress, negative energy and more.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Horse Tail Legacy

‘Jewelry from horse tail using braiding and ancient knot to make the finished item.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: No

• Hue Wood

‘Handmade painted geometric wood jewelry.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Enchanted Design Studio

‘Fantasy and Animal Art of Concetta Kilmer. You will find everything from fairies to horses & jewelry to candles and much more.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

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Jewelry

• Insomniac Treasures ‘Handcrafted jewelry and more featuring natural stones, beads, wire, and found or recycled objects’ • 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Paisley Lizard Designs

‘Eclectic Custom and Original Jewelry Designs for Every Day and Any Occasion.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon

request.

• Maisy Plum

‘Unique, handmade jewellery using enamel, resin and a little bit of sterling silver.’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

‘I have been described has having a zest for life and a 'colourful' personality so I try to portray this through my ideas and designs! I love working with resin and enamel as they allow me so much freedom and 'play time'.’ Maisy Plum

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Jewelry

‘Need a gift for a geek, nerd, gamer or cosplayer? Then I am the shop for you; everything is pixelated & geeky; merry geekmas everyone!’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Puffy The Slayer

• Sammy’s Jewels

‘Sammy's Jewels specializes in accessories for kawaii and creepy cute fashions. All jewelry is handmade out of epoxy resin, and we have some cross stitch goodies too!’ • 25% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Stella Ziganti Designs

‘Handcrafted, one of a kind jewelry that is centered on the beauty of natural stones. Made with sterling silver, fine silver, and/or copper, and natural earth mined stones and gemstones.’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Teacups Treasures 126

‘A handmade collection of scarves, home decor and jewelry. Jewelry is mainly beaded, chainmail and recycled products. Scarves are crochet and knit by hand. Home Decor is beaded.’

• 25% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

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Jewelry

• Trinity Jewelry By Design

‘Making fiber, leather, and hemp jewelry with a contemporary flair is my passion at T J by D!’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Uniquely You Jewellery

‘Unique, modern, geometric wooden & glass jewellery.’ • 25% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

• Wild Azalea Studio ‘Handmade Stained Glass panels, suncatchers, and more. Fused Glass jewelry. Everything is made using glass.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon

request

‘Many years ago I took a class in stained glass and was hooked! We are a mother/daughter team. Our glass items are made by one or the other of us, sometimes with unsolicited advice from the other! All of our pieces are handcrafted in our Georgia studio.’ Wild Azalea Studio

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Knitwear &

Crochet

• Black Raven Creations

‘Black Raven Creations based in Michigan, specializing in bags, scarves, cowls, dog collars, cell phone cases, cozies and handmade crocheted and knit accessories.’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Funky Girls Working Shop

‘All of my projects are made by me. Handmade knit, crochet and sewn.’ • 75% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Katy Sue Knits

‘Cozy handmade crochet and knit accessories for women and kids, including: hats, scarves, gloves and socks!’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon request

‘Everything I make is unique, nothing is repeated so you know when you get an item from me you will be the only one in the world wearing it!’ Katy Sue Knits

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Knitwear &

Crochet

• Quinnys Crochet

‘Handmade Crocheted Baby Outfits, Blankets and Accessories, Women’s Scarves, Headbands, OOAK Brooches, Clutches, Xmas Items and much more, Custom Orders Welcome.’ • 15% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• The Country Crab

‘Custom crochet creations and country home decor!’ • 20% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Upon

request

• Scarves Shawls & More

‘Hand knit scarves, shawls, and other accessories from my original designs inspired by my travels.’ • 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Asia • International Shipping: Yes

‘I’m hooked on lace knitting and have been creating some patterns inspired by textiles, monuments, and natural beauty that I’ve come across on my travels.’ Scarves Shawls & More

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Paper Crafts

• Ma’at Silk

‘Ma’at Silk sells hand painted silk scarves, cushions and paintings, as well as a wide range of stationery goods. All featuring bold and colourful pattern designs.’ • 5% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

‘I’ve always had a thing for drawing patterns and doodling shapes. I have two large sketch books filled with drawings, filled with matching colours on every page.’ Ma’at Silk

• Designs by CnC

‘My handmade greeting card shop features a large selection of unique birthday greeting cards, holiday greeting cards as well as gift tags.’ • 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: North America • International Shipping: Yes

• Country Barnsie Creations

‘Unique handmade cards for any special occasion.’ • 10% OFF Code: SALE2014 • Location: Europe • International Shipping: Yes

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