An Inspiring Story

This week I saw a name I recognized in the Etsy 'Quit Your Day Job' section... one of our Expat Team members, Christine Crowder. 

  Glass Ceiling Light

Christine runs two French Vintage Etsy shops, Maintenant and Rue Vert de Gris.

Vintage Clock for sale in Maintenant

I have always admired Christine's lovely vintage items so I was interested to read her story.  

Thank you Christine for opening up about yourself and sharing your very private story... a truly inspiring one. 

 Read it here.    




posted by Linda of JustOneLook for the Etsy Expat Team

Holiday Gift Guide

From all corners of the globe, the Etsy Expats offer unique items for your holiday season. Get a taste of what can be found in our members' shops with this gift guide. The categories suggest one type of gift found in each shop to help you get started, but if you see something you like be sure to click on the shop link to discover their complete selection!

compiled by: SilentMagician

FASHION & ACCESSORIES	.........
Foulard Fantastique Vintage silk scarves and more	Silk Scarf
Black Cactus London Unique hand printed pieces made with love in London.	Hand Printed Wristcuff

IDEAS FOR MEN
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Boutique Fantastique
Unique vintage clothes

Cashmere Sweater
Joystreet
Joystreet Handmade Glass Jewelry and Other Goodies

DJ Turntable Glass Pendant
Just One Look
Fashions for today, reminiscent of yesterday.

Paisley Cravat
National Treasure Hunt
Found treasures from bygone eras.

Cars Cup and Saucer
PETS & ANIMAL LOVERS
.........
Aegean Drawn
Original art, crochet, jewelry & designs, ready to ship

Custom Pet Portrait
HOME & DECOR
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Jesse Blauwhof
Forged handmade home decor

Candle bowl
Handmade in Israel
Lisa Isaacs . Papercut Art

Bird Flowers Tree Handcut Papercut
The Hope Tree
french vintage and french antiques found in France.

Vintage Cake Forks
Fabrique Fantastique
vintage and antique textiles

Vintage Handmade Quilt
STOCKING STUFFERS
.........
Lincidentals
Incidentals I picked up along my sewing path.

Pincushion
SilentMagician
Retro and Travel Art | ACEOs | Photography | Stationery

Route 66 Drawing
Jewel & Pearl
Handmade Organic Hand Stamped and Wire Wrapped Crystal Jewelry

Personalized Christmas Ornament
PRACTICAL GIFTS
.........
Fine Fashions by Linda
When You Look Fine, You Feel Fine.

Jewelry Bags
Burningbricht
made in Dunblane

Tartan Coin Purse
MEDITATION & WELLBEING
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Inspired Creations
Reiki Infused Crystal & Gemstone Handmade Jewelry

Fairy Elves Bracelet
Solo Handmade
made with love

Knotted 72 Bead Mala

October Team Challenge: 'Dry As A Bone"

This team challenge theme brought out quite a mixture of items from scorching hot to a few terrific thirst quenchers!  Check out our treasury here.  

The winner of the most votes is this lovely vintage carafe from ancienesthetique.

Well done again!

'What Time Is It"?

September Team Challenge  

Whatever time you like!  Our team challenge treasury covered tea time, bedtime, springtime and so many more.  

Not much voting going on this time (oops.. was that a pun)?  

Ancienesthetique's vintage teapot got a vote as did Addy's lovely vintage opal ring

Two great choices!  

Thanks to everyone who entered and commented.  

Look For The Silver Lining

After too long of an absence... we're back!!!... with an incredible team challenge!!
So many lovely items in this treasury: too hard to choose one as the winner, but a few got a thumb's up from our team members.


This lovely metallic flower from Kat and Sass got two thumbs up.

Check out all the items by clicking on our treasury or visit our team Pinterest board
and stop by to see our next challenge at the end of this month.

Make Your List. Check It Twice. Expat Gifts Are Oh ... So Nice!

As the holiday season approaches, the Etsy Expats are working hard to bring you unique gifts from around the world. This gift guide can get you started on your shopping with a peek into our member shops. Remember, what you see here is just a small taste of what we offer. The categories suggest one type of gift found in each shop to help you get started, but if you see something you like be sure to click on the shop link to discover their complete selection!

compiled by: SilentMagician

WOMEN	.........
Addy's Vintage Antique & Vintage Engagement Rings and Jewellery	Antique Drop Earrings
Atelier Jen BRAVURA - new collection of unique statement jewellery.	Lightweight Earrings
Inspired Creations Reiki Infused Crystal & Gemstone Handmade Jewelry	Quartz Crystal Angel Bracelet
Made With Love By Karen Made With Love By......	Ruffle Scarf
Karen's Loom Hand woven, knitted and felted creations	Mohair Cardigan
BesoYT BesoYT	Sophistication Bracelet
MEN	.........
Boutique Fantastique Unique vintage clothes	Cashmere Sweater
Foulard Fantastique Vintage silk scarves and more	Classic Silk Tie
PETS & ANIMAL LOVERS	.........
Bloomingtails Dog Duds chic made-to-order fashions for small dogs and cats	Small Dog Harness
Tomaydo Tomato Limited Edition Prints, and Personalized Gifts	Custom Pet Portraits
Studio Emma Kaufmann StudioEmmaKaufmann	Giraffe Nursery Decor
HOME	.........
Tailorbird Tailorbird Designs	Cushion Cover
Aunt Amnesia French home decor, vintage fabric and home dyed linens.	Linen Towels
The Hope Tree french vintage and french antiques found in France.	Casket Jewelry Box
Chic Chix Chateau Handmade Home & Garden Goods for your Cozy Château	Pillow Cover
Ancienesthetique french vintage and french antiques	Cafe au Lait Bowls
Just One Look Fashions for today, reminiscent of yesterday.	Pillow Cover
ART	.........
SilentMagician Retro and Travel Art | ACEOs | Postcards	1920s Flapper
PRACTICAL GIFTS, UNIQUE STYLE	.........
Crafty Tokyo Mama Home of THE Original Tight 'n' Tidy Tote	Folding Shopping Bag
Nipnoos Soap Shop	Hand Crafted Soap
Fabrique Fantastique vintage and antique textiles	Wool Blanket
Sew Fine Fashions When You Look Fine, You Feel Fine.	Drawstring Pouch
FOR THE CREATIVE AND CRAFTY	.........
Lyla Supplies Unique Top Quality Turkish Jewelry Supplies & Gemstones	Black Onyx Beaded Tassel
KEEPING IN TOUCH	.........
Handmade in Israel Lisa Isaacs - Papercut Art	Guest Book/Photo Album
Stitch Mikki Textile art , Anime , Art cards , Fabric landscapes	Embroidered Art Card
Toko Dots colorful designs for everyday life	Embroidered Art Card