What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?
When I was a little girl, my family moved. I was very lonely but found a library near our home, so I would walk there every day and spend hours browsing at books. I found a book titled Apple Tree Cottage and I was absolutely swept away by it. The cottage was a magical place where peace and love was found. I decided if I would name my shop in honor of this book that has such an impression on me when I was young.
How long have you been on Etsy?
I joined Etsy in January, 2008.
What type of items do you offer?
I offer an eclectic mix of vintage, folk art and primitive items. I love to paint on old pieces that have a story to tell when they come my way.
How long have you been crafting?
FOREVER!
I have been fortunate to be surrounded by people who have encouraged me since I was small. My husband and my daughter are my two biggest fans.
Who or What inspires you?
I love things that come to me with a history. Old boxes, drawers and coffee pots have a story to tell and I like to add just a little “prim” icing on the cake when I find a piece that longs to be reinvented.
What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
I can’t say I have one favorite piece. I love everything I paint… each item in my store is something that I would place in my own home.
Other places where you can be found
I sell only on Etsy.
| Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade appletreecottage.etsy.com |
You may visit my blog at http://appletreecottage.blogspot.com
Bette's Tomorrow's Treasures on Etsty
What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?
I have three Etsy shops.
Tomorrows Treasures for the patterns I design. My business name is Bette's Tomorrows Treasures but it had to be cut down to fit for Etsy.
Thrifty Notions is where I sell supplies and some vintage items.
Handmade By Bette is my newest shop for handmade items.
How long have you been on Etsy?
Two years.
What type of items do you offer?
My own patterns, supplies and vintage items and a variety of handmade items including purses, hot pads and feedsack pillows.
How long have you been crafting?
I was taught to knit and crochet at a very young age and learned to sew at 16.
I started my business 20 years ago.
Who or What inspires you?
I am a trend watcher. I love trying new things and sometimes it is an old craft done in a new way.
What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
My favorite medium to work with is recycled jeans. My favorite item is the embellished recycled jeans purse I designed recently.
Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)
Website: http://www.bettestomorrowstreasures.com
Etsy Shops: http://www.tomorrowstreasures.etsy.com
http://www.handmadebybette.etsy.com
http://www.thriftynotions.etsy.com
Blog: http://www.bettestomorrowstreasures.blogspot.com
| Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade tomorrowstreasures.etsy.com |
