BlytheKing iSockits

Today I received a super special item in the post and would like to share it with you!

I have a few little gadgets and as I'm obsessive with keeping them clean and scratch free, I recently discovered Etsy seller BlytheKing!

She makes the most amazing "iSockits", cases for mobile phones and laptops from vintage fabrics. I bought two this week and am so impressed with them. The fabrics are beautiful and they're handmade to such a high standard.

I bought the 'Saga' Design as pictured above, with a 'Feed Sack' design for my boyfriend. I spent a while looking at generic phone cases and skins online and was not happy with the choice or quality for 'official' or 'replica' cases. I'm so glad I discovered Blythe's Etsy shop and her beautiful handmade eco-friendly iSockits!

I purchased the deluxe style cases which feature a small pocket on the front for headphones etc, which is really useful. The case fits very snug around the phone, making it perfect for protection, while still allowing you to grab it quick if you get a call. They're so lovely and such a pretty accessory!

I love buying handmade from Etsy and it's sellers like BlytheKing who are making it more and more convincing to buy everything from handmade artists. I especially love the little 'BK' stitched initials in the back of the case!

Another great thing...which I'm still amazed by...the iSockits travelled from USA to UK in 4 days! I think that must be a record for my online purchases, and I'm very glad as I'm so impatient with online shopping!

Check out the Etsy store here...the choice is amazing, I struggled when deciding on which ones I wanted to buy! LOL!

Wood House Knits

It's been a while since I blogged but I thought I'd share a new seller with you.

One of the great things I've found with my Etsy shop, is the great community there and the fun, lovely people you meet. A new Etsy friend of mine, Jennifer of WoodHouseKnits opened her shop last week and I thought I'd share her creations with you.

Her shop features PDF patterns for knitters, so if you enjoy knitting, check her shop out:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7017034

Today's Favourites!

Items I discovered on Etsy today and added straight to favourites - Spring has sprung! :D

New Today!

Today's New Additions to my shop:

Elizabeth Earrings - in red ruby colour:

9 Lucky Cherries - Red Carnelian Gemstone necklace:

Spring in my Shop

I've spent the last few weeks making like crazy and updating my Etsy shop...and everything is selling out! Looks like my busy creating spell won't be over soon :)

Some of my new pieces are very bright anticipating Spring! I've also gotten into metal stamping which is making some really interesting results! I'm waiting for some new semi-precious beads and am looking forward to seeing what I can create with those! I love working with gemstones as they all look different and have lots of natural patterns and colours inside!

I've recently updated the design of my Rubywren.com homepage, only slightly, but it should improved accessibility for some browsers. I'd like to add web design as a service in my Etsy shop shortly :)

My 3 new cats are settling in well...and all enjoy trying to get into my beading tool boxes!

Until next time,
Ruby x

New Supplies!

At the moment, I'm waiting (impatiently hehe) for new supplies and when I do, I'll be busy updating with new products! January has been a good month for Ruby and now my online shelves are looking a little bare! Looking forward to creating new things! :)

Also, we'll be bringing home some new furry family members, hopefully in the next few days! So I'm very excited! :)

Love Ruby x

Happy Christmas!

It's Christmas Eve-Eve! I'm so excited for Christmas!! :)

Today I've been busy giving RubyWren.com a bit of a face lift. I wanted to give it a bit more of a vintage botique feel, so it's got a new purple floral theme, which I'm really happy with! I'm working on adding my own shop onto the site so that UK buyers have a bit more user-friendly view of my products. Previously, I've been registered on Etsy.com, but this being American, means I can only set my products up online in US dollars, and it means if you wish to purchase, you have to register via Etsy first. So hopefully, I can enjoy the challenge of getting my own shop online! I do love to learn new things for my web design!

And, I've just bought some lovely new vintage supplies! Lots of charms and pieces that add that little extra special detail! I love working with vintage materials because I think it makes my end designs a little more unique! Vintage items are hard to find but fun to think 'this is older than me!' It's lived a life before, and is given a new purpose when reused! It's a lot of fun! Check back after Christmas to see what's new on Ruby Wren.com!

Have a Happy Christmas!!