Introducing Kawartha Beads newest product line!

After searching for the perfect charm for creating Father's Day keyrings (and coming up empty) I decided to try my hand at metal stamping. My new product line, created from metal washers, will give a sentimental gift that is still manly and rugged!

Each keyring is handstamped with the word Dad, Papa or Grandpa and accented with a silver toned charm. Currently available are the golf themed keyrings but watch for more charm varieties to be added in the next couple of weeks. Stop by my Facebook page to grab yours or watch for them to come in my Etsy shop.

Long Weekend Special at Delmar Creations

May long weekend sale at www.delmarcreations.etsy.com

Receive 25% OFF your purchase (excluding shipping) when you enter the coupon code 25MAYLONGWEEKEND at checkout. This is the perfect time to get yourself a "Delmar Creation". Coupon is valid until midnight on Monday, May 20th.

Introducing CreationsbyGMarie.com!

For those of you who may be new followers of Kawartha Beads I should start by saying that I inherited my creative fever from my mother and she has been my inspiration and guiding light in my own journey. I am always pleased to share new shops and handmade specials from any artisan but it gives me extra pleasure when its so close to my heart. While my mom has sold on Etsy for several years she decided to branch out and take the plunge into her own website. Introducing CreationsbyGMarie.com! Be sure to stop by and take a peek at all of her wonderful items and stay tuned for a FABULOUS monthly special. You can also find her on Facebook here.

The Deal of the Month for April is this beautiful Bird on a Swing Pendant Necklace, available at 40% off of its regular price. Sale ends April 30th.

It's Craft Show Season!

With the onset on spring craft show season I know I have been busy getting my stock ready, revamping my table display and spreading the word like crazy! Whether you are a seasoned craft show vet or a newbie to the scene here is a great article from Etsy on How to Get Ready for Spring Craft Shows.

Any of your own tips to share? What are you looking forward to this spring season? Here's a list of where to find Kawartha Beads in the next couple of months.

Spring Specials at Ashley Tough Photography

Spring has sprung and to celebrate Ashley Tough Photography is offering some fantastic limited time specials! Be sure to book your space while they are still available!

• For everyone expecting a baby in 2013- Book your Maternity Session with Ashley, and receive 50% off of a Newborn Portrait session- Offer Valid until March 31st, 2013 at 9 pm. 

• Any Wedding Package booked with Ashley (with deposit), will receive 50% off engagement portraits- Offer Valid until April 30th, 2013 at 9 pm. 

• Any session booked in studio will receive a complimentary 8 x 10 portrait and $10 off their session (excluding Mini Sessions)- Offer Valid until April 30th, 2013 

To book your space or if you have any questions you can contact Ashley via her Facebook page, by email toughphotography@hotmail.com or by phone 705-878-2634

Have you thought beyond your Etsy shop?

I have actually been thinking alot lately about my shop beyond Etsy. I guess I'm not the only one! This article popped up in my inbox today and I thought it was an interesting read. Enjoy!

10 Reasons Why Etsy is a Starting Point (but only a starting point)

Great Mother's Day Gift Ideas at Farm Girl Creations

Hard to believe that Mother's Day is right around the corner! If you are looking for that special something for a gift this year why not stop by Farm Girl Creations! With an assortment of handmade items to choose from there is something for every budget and the quality and care she takes with each piece is sure to be appreciated by any mom. There are also several gift sets to choose from (the above is my favourite colour combo!) and this one in particular features 2~ Facecloths,2 ~ Flower Face scrubbies,1 ~ Hand Sanitizer Cozy with Hand Sanitizer, 1 ~ Bar of Soap from Little Bitty Bath Boutique.

Start your Farm Girl Creations shopping now!