Fair Diddley 2010

It's that time of year again, Fair Diddley is here! Located on the Square in Woodstock, IL , this is the 42nd year for this annual event. The fair will take place on Sunday, May 16, 2010 from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Little Brown Bird will be participating again this year. I will be located just off the square on Main Street. I'd love if you would stop by! I have lots of new items in addition to those seen in my Esty shop.

It's always a great crowd with hundreds of crafters selling thousands of handmade items. Hope to see you there!

Spotlight On: Designs by Victoria

Steampunk is alive and well at DbVictoria, a wonderfully creative shop on Etsy.

Steampunk Garnet and Gears Brass Earrings

Full of fantasy and frills, Victoria creates whole worlds of wonder with her jewlery collections. She features not only Steampunk, but Neo-Victorian, hats, purses,and costume items.

Watch Spring OOAK Brass Steampunk Earrings

Black Steampunk Gothic Lolita Parasol

My favorite pieces from DbVictoria are the gorgeous parasols embellished with lace and hand-beading. They are a stunning step back in time.

Black and Gold Parasol

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DbVictoria is a fellow member of the Jewelry on Etsy Team (JET), a collective of top-quality jewelry designers on Etsy. Other items from JET members can be found by using the search term JETTEAM at the top of Etsy's home page.

Spotlight On: SendingLoveGallery

If you need to send something very special, SendingLoveGallery has it. Upon stepping into this shop on Etsy, I was captivated by all the gemstones. And, of course, I'm a sucker for glass beads. These Coral Peach Vintage Glass earrings and matching necklace would fit perfect into my personal collection.

There is a stunning variety of color and yummy gemstones to choose from. I love, love, LOVE SendingLoveGallery!

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SendingLoveGallery is a fellow member of the Jewelry on Etsy Team (JET) , a collective of top-quality jewelry designers on Etsy. Other items from JET members can be found by using the search term JETTEAM at the top of Etsy's home page.

Spotlight On: AdroitJewelers

Beauty and brains. That's what I think of when I visit AdroitJewelers on Etsy. This shop is full of stunning silver and glass beaded jewelry. The wire-wrapped pieces in sterling silver with seaglass are fantastic! But the brains behind this beauty's shop are these non-pierced earrings!

What a fabulous idea for those who don't have pierced ears! They fit right over the curve of your ear and hang just like a sexy pair of hoops. Now that's thinking outside the box!

And these swirly dangles of silver goodness named the Black Dot earrings are my favs! I actually own a pair of these that I received in a lucky jewelry swap and I wear them all the time. They go with absolutely everything.

Please visit AdroitJewelers and find your favorites!

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AdroitJewelers is a fellow member of the Jewelry on Etsy Team (JET), a collective of top-quality jewelry designers on Etsy. Other items from JET members can be found by using the search term JETTEAM at the top of Etsy's home page.

Spotlight On: Capital City Crafts

Barbara Moore is the creative soul behind the wonderful Etsy shop, CapitalCityCrafts. I have been a fan of CCC for a long time. I have always loved Barbara's rings. They are each rustic, edgy, and beautiful. Would you expect anything less from an experienced metal smith?

Zigzag Sterling Ring

Barbara's style is diverse, having something in her shop for women of many styles. Elegant pearls, sterling silver, gem stones...all stunning.

Royal Purple Pearl Earrings

CapitalCityCrafts happily accepts orders for wholesale, as well as bridal orders, and will ship worldwide.

Kyanite & Bronze Pearl Bracelet

Blue Sky Earrings

You can find more of Barbara's wonderful creations at her shop, CapitalCityCrafts, which is updated with new styles regularly. You can subscribe to her shop feed to keep updated on her newest additions by clicking the RSS button in her shop. I can't wait to see what she'll come up with next!

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Capital City Crafts is a fellow member of the Jewelry on Etsy Team (JET), a collective of top-quality jewelry designers on Etsy. Other items from JET members can be found by using the search term JETTEAM at the top of Etsy's homepage.

Spotlight On: Designs by Cher

If you're looking for something fresh and unique, stop by Designs by Cher on Etsy.

Cher offers a wide range of jewelry featuring sterling silver, semi-precious stones, and copper.

Framed in Floral Travertine Stone Necklace

Which camp are you in, Camp Jacob, or Camp Edward? These bracelets, based on the Movie New Moon from the Twilight series are more than charming!

Camp Edward, Bella's Charm Bracelet

Camp Jacob, Bella's Charm Bracelet


Cher has more than just finished jewelry pieces in her shop. Jewelry designers can also find handmade findings, clasps, and connectors with a bit of a twist (or swirl).

Hand Forged Antique Copper Large 'S' Clasp

What will you find when you visit Designs by Cher? I bet it will be something special!

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Designs by Cher is a fellow member of the Jewelry on Etsy Team (JET)- a collective of top quality jewelry designers on Etsy. Other items from JET members can be found on Etsy by using the search term JETTEAM at the top of Etsy's home page.

Spotlight On: Brooke Scarborough Jewelry Designs

Get ready for a treat. Brooke Scarborough of Brooke Scarborough Jewelry Designs is one very talented jewelry designer.

I love Brooke's keen sense of style and composition in her work. A kindred spirit, Brooke has a background in interior design. Her balance of color and geometry are certainly to be desired in her Lemon Quartz Bubble Earrings.

This heart pendant is made of fine silver and hangs from a hand-forged chain with hand forged S-clasp. Stunning!

But THIS is so yummy! Her Lemon Meringue Pie necklace is dessert for the eyes.

All of Brooke's jewelry can be seen at her shop on Etsy, BrookeJewery and in local San Diego shops. Treat yourself to these delicious baubles!

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BrookeJewelry is a fellow member of the Jewelry on Etsy Team (JET) - a collective of devoted top-quality jewelry designers on Etsy. Other items from JET members can be found on Etsy by using the search term JETTEAM at the top of Etsy's home page.