10 More Etsy Shops You Should Know

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    • best_etsy_shops_design_sponge.jpgIn January, the lovely Kate Pruitt put together a guide for the 10 Etsy Shops You Should Know.  I found the guide not only helpful in locating some of my now favorite Etsy shops, but also for inspiring my own personal dive into the never-ending shopping abyss that is Etsy.com.  So I have decided to share a new list of 10 more Etsy shops I think you should get to know.
    These shops not only showcase some marvelous craftsmanship, but also gather some incredible vintage finds as well.  From industrial goods and ceramic ware, to custom stationery and quirky needlework toys, all of these shops do a great job of selecting and creating unique and beautiful items.

    There are thousands of other great Etsy shops out there (and thousands more to come I’m sure), so please share your personal favorites in the comments.  


    And tell me, what is your favorite thing to shop for on Etsy? 
    Happy shopping!

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    Needle & Felt
    These adorable needlework toys are crafted with wool from the shop owner’s own flock of sheep: Maggie, Ruthie, Lily, Alice and Mr. McMak. A self-taught needleworker, Amy is focused on creating sustainable toys for everyone to enjoy, and who wouldn’t enjoy these little guys!  These toys make me smile!

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    Sarah Louise Matthews
    UK-based designer Sarah Louise Matthews is a master with paper.  Her paper cut art and stationery is some of the best I have seen.  I think my favorite piece from her shop has to be the origami bird cutout artwork.

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    Dahlhaus
    Trained in the art of ceramics and painting, Heather Dahl put her skills to great use in the making of her “Poppies” collection.  Her shop is full of great geometric printed ceramics and really great one-of-kind pieces that would make for perfect gifts for your friends and family.

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    Luola
    I love all of the products this shop finds.  They are random, quirky and just downright special.  I don’t quite know what I would do with a marble slab elephant, but I want it bad! I know I can always count on luola to produce a unique find every single time.

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    Art & Manufacture
    Edith just stumbled upon ceramics one day.  Since then, she has been crafting beautiful household ceramic wares.  I love her unique patterned detail work.  I have always been a fan of the traditional blue and white porcelain thanks to my mother’s large collection, so it’s nice to see a great update to that traditional design.

    Stephanie Todaro
    Stephanie Todaro
    Stephanie Todaro has joined the Design*Sponge team to work on special projects and oversee our weekly Biz Ladies and City Guides columns. Although born in Chicago and raised in Los Angeles, Stephanie has been lucky enough to live all over the US, including DC and New York, and continues to travel the world with hopes to one day settle down somewhere in Europe. She earned her master's degree in journalism from New York University in 2008 and now lives in LA where she works as the Director of Development for several celebrity websites and blogs about her adorable pup, Mr. Harvey. She has a slight (actually, major) obsession with all things stationery-related and likes to collect garden gnomes. To see more of Stephanie's work, check out her blog HouseofHarvey.com.

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    • http://profile.typepad.com/hollabeebianca Hollabee_bianca

      Love Dahlhaus too, such gorgeous ceramics. Thanks for sharing the other shops too, always nice to get to know more gorgeous sellers and products.
      A while ago I made a treasury with all my favourites. You can find it here: http://www.etsy.com/treasury/MTI1NzY0OTB8MjcyMDI1MDI2Nw/a-treasury-for-my-favourites?index=4

      • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406362584 Jesiel

        that 2nd to last photo is awesome! also, i eliamed you a couple days ago. i just wanted to make sure you got it. a lot of new gmail hits my spam folder for some reason!

    • http://profile.typepad.com/devamirel Devamirel

      I love Fresh Pastry Stand for unique gifts: http://www.etsy.com/shop/freshpastrystand?ref=si_shop

      Nest. Eggg. Bird. for circle scarves: http://www.etsy.com/shop/NestEggBird

      Oh Little Rabbit for tea towels: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ohlittlerabbit

      Freedpm Rainbow for crazy upcycled cashmere plushies: http://www.etsy.com/shop/freedomRainbow

      Couch Guitar Straps for wallets and camera straps: http://www.etsy.com/shop/couchguitarstraps

      • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406365753 Mirella

        love the last pic! is that a sparkly shell and cadrigan?Thanks so much for your comments! Good luck in the giveaway! There will be many more on my blog in the next few weeks!Thanks, Katiewww.Kateandoli.blogspot.com

      • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406384412 Joey

        Gorgeous collection of iaemgs. I have noticed on Etsy the service is fabulous and always there is a tiny gift to say thank you. It makes it so special much better than actually shopping….I just get the weekly shop done and unless I go anywhere special would much rather buy hand made, and etsy….so pleased for you Lynn xxx

    • http://profile.typepad.com/draney Alisha Draney
      • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406358278 Kassia

        I bought Fons and Porter’s Complete Guide to Quilting many many years ago and I think it crveos just about everything. I’ve always liked it, especially since it starts you out with very simple information and techniques and builds with each project. It does look dated now though and I don’t think it would appeal to the under 30 modern quilt guild crowd. For that I too like The Modern Quilt Workshop though I don’t think it has the nice learning curve that Fons and Porter’s book has. I imagine teh best thing to do is to just browse teh quilt section of the book store and see what speaks to you for some it will be reference material, for others it will be specific projects .

    • http://profile.typepad.com/sarahdinger Sarah Dinger

      also check out Brave Face Paper! really amazing papercraft kits for moving puppets:
      http://www.etsy.com/shop/BraveFacePaper

      • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406367503 Neha

        Congrats on the great feature, Flora LOVE the cap! You know I love pink & prulpe. ;o) You’re among good company in this Treasury too always a thrill, isn’t it? Hope the reno’s going well can’t wait to see! A long weekend BLISS! Happy Days ((HUGS))

    • http://profile.typepad.com/sewdotcoe Sewdotcoe

      I love Dream Acre Designs, Dawn does lovely custom-stamped metal tags (dogs, horses, keychains, etc) as well as custome jewelery. I recently bought a beautiful hammered finish brass name/info tag for my dog and it’s beautiful!

      http://www.etsy.com/shop/dreamacredesigns

      • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406373832 Valdemir

        Oh dang dude awesome. Now maybe you could do antheor run of the t-shirts with that artwork on it? I bought one on the Aldhils tour but my dad accidentally gave it to the Salvation Army and I’m still getting over it.Why am I telling you all this? Because its been more than five years and it still matters this much to me.

    • http://free-live-streaming.info Learn More

      I enjoy what you guys tend to be up too. This kind of clever work and reporting! Keep up the great works guys I’ve added you guys to blogroll.

    • http://fireofgodministries.org Maryln Lovin

      Good tips. I totally agree with you. More article please!

    • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406376444 Dharvin

      i have one of his cards! it’s so pretty i amlsot don’t want to send it to the person i bought it for!i also saw some of his work at a cut paper exhibit while i was in new york city last week!

    • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406363446 NIna

      Hi Daphne,Thanks for your comment! It’s aawlys such a treat to get comments I really appreciate it! So far I’ve been using Kinkos for my printing (which I’ll be thrilled to be done with some day!) and cutting my tags by hand. After filling a few orders for gift tags I took a closer look at how long it was taking me and raised my prices. I probably won’t sell any more tags at my new prices, but I feel like my time is worth more than what I was charging.My plan is to create some more new designs and then start using a full service printer that will cut tags (square or rectangle tags that don’t need ribbon) and cut and fold greeting cards. I really want to just focus on design and running the business and not spend my time cutting, hole punching, and folding!Sara