Soft Opening

Today I am doing a soft reopening of my etsy shop. Not going crazy with promotions and adding items until everything is sorted out. But I figured It wouldn't hurt to get things back up and running slowly.

Check out the updates to the shop and some of the items I just added:

http://aniemandesign.etsy.com

Feedback is always appreciated!

Etsy Shop is Coming Back!

After being absent from Etsy for almost a year and a half, I have decided to re-open the ANiemanDesign shop.

There is nothing in there quite yet but will be filling up fast and soon. In the next couple weeks I hope to return some of my current inventory back to the shop. I realized I do not have time to work on custom orders so it will only be pre-made items.

I miss my creative outlet and want to work on more of my crocheting and photography on my down time. Look for more posts about when the items hit the store!

Afghan for Grandpa

At the Avante-garde Art and Craft Show, my husband's grandmother ordered an afghan for his grandfather for Christmas. I wanted to wait until after Christmas to post the pictures of the final project.

This is one of my favorite patterns to do and is a widely used pattern as well; Granny Square. Although the pattern is used a lot, the real artistry is in the color coordination, thats where you can play around and use your imagination.

I love to keep my afghans simple in color and pattern. It is one thing that makes my designs, my designs.

If you would like to custom order an afghan, no two are exactly alike. I can use the same colors as this afghan but the pattern and the square placement will be different. Yet another thing that makes my designs, my designs.

I wanted to explain this so you know what you are getting when you purchase one of my creations, they are original and a work of handmade art.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
-Alison

Blue Green and Blue Afghan

Source: etsy.com via A. Nieman Design on Pinterest

Snowman of Wreaths

Source: pinterest.com via A. Nieman Design on Pinterest

Crochet Christmas Trees

Another craft I will have to try this year. What a cool and inventive way to crochet!

Source: seamsoflife.com via A. Nieman Design on Pinterest

Avant-Garde Art and Craft Show

Yesterday was my first craft show and the first Avant-Garde Art and Craft show in Akron. It was at the Tangier and all in all it was a good day for me.  I had a great experience with my husband and we had some great friends and family stop by and show their support.

There were some glitches which I think would be expected from all shows on their first year at a certain location. We lacked wifi in our spot but luckily it didn't cost me any sales. There were also some lighting issues in the other rooms, but I think they will have that all fixed by the Spring show.

I am very happy I participated and can't wait to do my next show. In the mean time I will be adding all my unsold items to my Etsy shop. I am still taking custom orders on scarves until this coming Friday the 7th for xmas. Unfortunately I will not be able to finish any afghans or larger items because of other larger orders in the que.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about ordering my products or other services I have listed on my website.

Etsy Item of the Day 11.30.12

Source: etsy.com via A. Nieman Design on Pinterest

What I learned From the End of the Season Garage Sale

November is the worst time to do a garage sale. (Well December and January are probably worse but I'm not willing to try one in those months).

Most people stopped by because they were interested to see that someone was actually holding a garage sale in November. Although I am glad we did it because we did sell somethings and ended up with more money than we started, the garage sale would have been much more successful in the Spring early summer.

Now everything is packed away on the one side of the garage so that come spring we can try again. And maybe by then I will have gone through the rest of our house to find more things. I also learned that I need to advertise a little more and you need to put an ad in the paper a week before the actual date.

Since I was recently unemployed it did help give me something to do in between looking for work, and the extra money was much needed. I also got some much needed crocheting done, finishing two circle scarves and a baby blanket! So all in all a productive weekend.

Get Ready for the Cold Weather!

Now is the prefect time to get ready for the cold weather! Below are some items from my Etsy shop! Custom ordering is available since I am finally caught up and dont have a wedding to deal with I am on schedule. Get your orders for Christmas in now!

Source: etsy.com via A. on Pinterest

Source: etsy.com via A. on Pinterest

Source: etsy.com via A. on Pinterest

Refreshing the Home This Spring

Happiness is Not a Destination - Large Block Sign - Hand Painted and Distressed

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Bird on Bamboo BranchThrow/Lumbar Pillow Cover - 12" x 16" Linen Decorative Pillow Cover - Navy Blue Linen with White Bird Embroidery

NEW Beautiful Velvet Home Decor Pillow Cover-20x20-Emerald-Accent Pillow-Throw Pillow-Decorative Pillow

Cyber Monday!

Use coupon code "cybermonday" to receive 20% off everything in my shop!

Women Like Pillows

The best way to change up your decor without spending a ton of $bucks$ is by using pillows! Here is a recent treasury I put together with some of my favorite pillows!

Women Like Pillows-Fact

The Happy Hooker!

I just had to recommend this book to all those crocheter's out there! It is one of my favorite books for basic patterns, tips, and stitch help. The Stitch N' Bitch explains things so that you can easily understand. She also incorporates great pictures and diagrams. Follow this link to check it out for yourself!

This Weekend Only! $10 Scarves

For this weekend only, ALL my scarves in my Etsy Shop will be on sale for $10! I need to clear out my inventory before we make the big move. 

Remember too that all items in my shop (minus the ones for chairty) are Free to ship! This includes all the $10 scarves!

Get started early for the winter season with these great deals!

SALE - Set of Two Green Crochet Bowls

Set of Two Green Crochet Bowls

 Was $25 NOW $12

Set of Two Crocheted Bowls

This listing is for two light green crocheted bowls. There is a white star burst pattern on the side with white trim.

Colors: Green
Large: 6" across
Small: 3" across

If you would like a custom item please use the Request Custom Item button on the front page of my shop.

Thank You and Have a Nice Day!

Golden Crochet Afghans

Golden Crochet Afghan

 

 Golden Crochet Afghan

Colors: Fuzzy Gold and Regular Gold
Washable!

If you would like a custom item please use the Request Custom Item button on the front page of my shop.

  Thank You and Have a Nice Day!

Olive Green Scarf

Olive Green Scarf

Soft Olive Green Scarf

Colors: Olive Green
Material: 100% acrylic yarn
Machine Washable

size: 70" long x 5" wide

If you would like a custom item please use the Request Custom Item button on the front page of my shop.

Thank You and Have a Nice Day!

Tiny Yellow Cake

Tiny Yellow Cake

 

Was $8.50 NOW $3

Tiny Cakes

This little tiny cake is a great decoration for all types of event and parties. Use them as party favors, place settings, gift topper, etc. About 3 inches tall.

Great for: Birthdays, Weddings, Bridal Showers, Baby Showers

If you would like a custom item please use the Request Custom Item button on the front page of my shop.

Thank You and Have a Nice Day!

Red and Pink Pot Holder

 Red and Pink Pot Holder

 This pot holder is made with two different shades of red; one light and one darker. It is square and has a hook in the corner to hang.

Colors: Red and Pink
Washable

If you would like a custom item please use the Request Custom Item button on the front page of my shop.

Thank You and Have a Nice Day!