Vintage Fabric For Sale On Etsy

 Do you love to use vintage supplies in your craft or sewing projects?  

Here is a short video featuring a lot of beautiful vintage material in all textures and colors under the sun.

You'll find them in our Etsy shop at this link >>> Pioneer Fundraiser <<<<< Just click to shop!

Day In The Life Of An Etsy Entrepreneur - Selling Vintage Fabric

 Etsy is a marketplace that hosts millions of small business owners from around the world.  It's main focus is on unique handmade items for the whole family.  But, there is also vintage items and supplies available too.  This week I am doing a shop update to our vintage resale shop, Pioneer Fundraiser.

We have a huge variety of vintage fabrics that are used and unused that we have stored in plastic containers in a climate controlled setting.  If you are in the market for some great vintage textiles then you'll want to watch this video and come grab your favorites so that you can make something beautiful and unique for yourself or a friend.

 You're invited to join our little creative community and Subscribe to our YouTube channel,

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Day in the Life of an Etsy Entrepreneur - A Behind the Scenes Look

 This is an Etsy shop update from our vintage shop on Etsy called, Pioneer Fundraiser.  I've added craft books, tools, lace, fabric, trim and more.  All of our items are in excellent to good vintage new and used condition.  Read each listing description to find out more details about each item you are interested in buying.

These are all recent items that I have listed in my Etsy shop this month.  Watch the video to get an up close and personal view of each of these items.  It's so much better than a picture.  Pop on over to my YouTube channel and Subscribe and hit the bell so that you get notified when I upload a new video.

How To Solve Anxiety Issues During COV-19? #playtime #withme

Play time is a great way to expand the mind and soothe the spirit.  We are all facing anxiety with this new way of life.  It was drastic and unexpected to the everyday ordinary person.  So, we paired up some of the stuffed animals into a gift set of three.  Two are 3 x 8 inches and one is miniature 2 x 3 inches.
They are Ty Beanie Babies from the 1990's.  We have a huge variety for you to choose from.
Dogs, cats, birds, fish, monkeys, bears, dolphins, whales, zebras, giraffe, lizards and much more!
You'll find them in our Etsy shop, Pioneer Fundraiser >>>>>Click Here to pick up a cute set today! <
#playtime #withme whether you are 3 or 83.  There is something amazing that happens when you use your imagination to relieve stress and anxiety.  Do the things you used to do when you were a kids.
Color or paint with no direction in mind.  Just go with the flow and follow the feelings inside of you.
Go outside and plant a garden and play in the dirt.  Touching the plants and ground has a healing effect all it's own.  It's called, Grounding.  Look it up.

Those with an anxiety disorder are really feeling the brunt of this of new stay at home way of life.  I don't know about you but I really enjoyed the times that I wanted to go somewhere for a visit or just a drive to the beach.

I live with a lot of restrictions due to my Lyme disease and what it has changed in my life as far as my health goes.  I've pretty much been a home body now for the last 15 years.  I've had to wear a mask due to chemical sensitivity disorder.  The one I use is from a great company that has a coconut charcoal filter that fits inside my mask shell liner.  I just replace the filters when I notice it gets harder to breath.  I wash the shell every month.

Out of necessity I started making masks along with the help of my dear husband (DH) when he lost all of his accounts.  I never expected my little Etsy shop, Markets Of Sunshine
to actually bring in an income that would see us through an entire month.  But, in April it sure did do just that.  Our sewing machine did not get a break morning, noon or night.

We continue to make masks for local friends and family members.  One big box retailer even approached us to  make masks for their employees.  The ones that corporate had sent was very uncomfortable and just paper.

Things are finally calming down and we have room to breath now.  It's a good thing because last week I was making tassels and was tearing fabric into thin strips.  Bad idea!  I wound up tearing a muscle in my right shoulder in the process.  The bad thing about this is I can not take any pain medications due to my reaction since getting Lyme disease.

Thankfully, the hot water bottle came to the rescue and just plain old not using my right arm for a few days.  I made an appointment with my functional medicine chiropractor so he can use the laser treatment to reduce the inflammation and speed up the healing process.  That machine has been a life saver for me in so many ways over the last 2 years.

CHALLENGE

Today, I challenge you to be a kid again.  Do the things that you used to do when you were a kid and put all the adult things on the back burner.  If you are not able to do much because of low energy or mobility issues.  Then just do what you can right in your chair or couch.
Color with a buddy.  Call up a friend and plan an hour of just talking and coloring together.  Really!

Okay, that's all there is to solving this anxiety issue due to the COV-19 stay at home issue.

Now, it's up to you to make the next move.  Don't just keep doing what you've been doing.  It won't change anything.  But, if you put some of these ideas into practice you'll find out which one works best for you.  Once, you find your key to unlocking the stress and relieving the anxiety.  You'll have the power in your hand to keep moving forward and not stay in the darkness.

Come into the light and #playwithme

Sending You Sunshine,

Marsha

Product Preview Vintage Fabric For Sale Etsy Shop Pioneer Fundraiser

                                           Are you ready to make something beautiful for Spring? We have a colorful assortment of vintage fabric in our Etsy shop, Pioneer Fundraiser available for you to purchase today.  Watch and decide which of these wonderful retro prints you want for that next outfit or home decor project.
I'll warn you now.  They are gorgeous.  There is one that I just love and it was very hard for me to part with it.  Giggle!

You can check-out as a guest on Etsy so you don't have to register if you don't already have an account set up.  You can pay with credit card or through paypal for secure shopping.

We offer FREE SHIPPING IN THE USA on orders of $35 or more.

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Thanks for watching.  Hope we see you in our shop and gain you as a customer soon.

Have a Sunshine Day!

Marsha

First Time Shopping On Etsy - how to navigate your account and make a pu...

       Hello! I'm going to help you make your first purchase on Etsy by showing you how to navigate the platform.  Did you know that Etsy is a marketplace of millions of different shops from around the world?

Who knew! Right!

We are going to use this cute Hope praying bear made by Ty Beanie Babies that is in our vintage shop, Pioneer Fundraiser.  There are four (4) available by the way and two people have them in their cart.  I don't know about you but I just adore this cute little plush toys.  I got hooked on them when my daughter was four years old back in 1994.


Watch my video and I'll share our story further about our collection and how it grew over time...

Now on to making your first purchase on Etsy.  Or, just helping you to understand how to update and edit things in your shopper account.



I have found that most of my customer's are making their very first purchase when they find my shop in searching on Google.  A lot of times the shipping address can not be verified by the USPS. This starts a whole conversation between me and the customer to get the right address before I can ship it to them.



If you want to buy an item as a gift and have it shipped directly to the person we can do that too at no extra charge to you.  This video will show you how to do that too.  It's all very easy to do once you have someone show you how to do these things.



I want to take all the frustration out of shopping on Etsy so that you can have a fun and great experience with us.  Hopefully, you'll come to our shops and find something amazing and awesome blossom for you or a friend.



So, without further delay let's watch the video and make your first purchase together.



Thanks so much for your support to my YouTube channel and to our Etsy shop.

Please Subscribe and give this video a thumbs up!



Have a Sunshine Day!



Marsha

Free Shipping On Etsy Purchases

How Would You Like Free Shipping?

Do you shop on Etsy?  Do you know what Etsy is all about?
It's a website that hosts sellers from around the world.  Over 1 million to be exact. That's a lot of products for sale.

Out of those million my family runs two small businesses on Etsy.
Since 2008 our handmade shop, Markets of Sunshine <<<click link) brings you eco-friendly handmade gifts to help you get organized for everything life throws at you.

We opened our vintage shop, Pioneer Fundraiser  in 2010 <<< click link) offers a variety of fantastic vintage finds from around the world at affordable prices.  We love preserving the past and helping pass an heirloom on to your family.

How do you get the free shipping offer?  That's a great question.  Just spend $35 or more and you automatically receive the discount in your shopping cart in both of our Etsy shops above.

That's not all we offer you. As a VIP member of our mailing list you also get a 30% off coupon code to use all year long.  If you're not a member yet you can sign-up here. click VIP Mailing List <<<<

Why not check out some of our past posts to learn more about us.
Our #2019organizingchallenge is still going strong.  
Read about it here. <<<<

We'd love to see you soon in our Etsy shops.  We know you'll find something special to suit your lifestyle and gift giving needs. 

To help you learn more about us we've even made some videos and posted them on our YouTube channel here. Click Handmade paper gift bags and gift tags to watch video. <<<<

Please Subscribe to our channel to help us grow.  Share as often as you like. Follow along here on our blog on the right side bar. >>>>>

Sending You Sunshine,

Marsha

Summer Gift Ideas From Handmade Small Business

Just in time for your Summer gift giving needs.  Handmade gift ideas from small business owners on Etsy.

A great selection of gifts from handmade sellers who own a small business out of their home.

Click the product description title to visit each item and seller's shop.

#1 - Small wallets for women.  Holds your cash or credit cards and business cards etc..
Made in USA by Markets of Sunshine artisan.

#2 - Pioneer Fundraiser - Vintage gifts from around the world.
Lighthouse figurine

#3 - Essence of the South - Hand painted wood keepsake boxes

#4 - The Sparkling Bead - Handmade beaded jewelry and earrings

#5 - The Knotted Bliss - Crochet Dolls and Clothing

#6 - Icky Chic Designs - Fabric Butterfly Journal Cover

#7 -Peace and Stitches makes cross stitch gifts for special occasions.
                                                                                                                                                                         

Etsy Gift Guide For December 2018

Etsy Gift Guide For December 2018

 

If you are looking for something unique and special for your friends and family and are shopping on a budget look no further.  I've put together a collection of fabulous vintage finds and handmade gifts for you in one convenient location.  Right here on Markets Of Sunshine!  Browse the items below.  When you find one you like just click the info below the image and it will take you directly to the shop on Etsy.  Enjoy!

 

 

Travel Wallets for tea lovers and more!

      

Planner Inserts For Planning Out Your Budget For 2019

Checkbook Wallet and Cash Envelope System

  

Fiskar Craft Embossing Tool and Sheets

   

Anniversary Gifts For Milestone Celebrations!

  

Fun Gifts For Sports Fans!

  

Vintage Jewelry For Every Occasion!

  

Tea Cups and Saucer For Your Special Occasion!

  

Exquisite Handmade Purses For Every Season! 

  

Beautiful Handmade Bouquets For Your Special Day!  

If you are looking for a custom made gift just ask each of these shop owners and they will be happy to make something special and unique just for you.   I hope you found this Etsy gift guide helpful.  Support small business and buy something for that special someone today!

 

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Etsy Gift Ideas For Those Hard To Buy For People

Those hard to buy for people make your gift hunting a challenge.  But, I've put together ten (10) really cool gift ideas for you that takes the headache out of finding them a gift.  You'll find all of these cool gifts on Etsy.  Just click the title under each picture to go to the shop and read the details.
You might just find the perfect match for those on your list.  One less thing you have to stress about can be checked off your to-do-list.


                      Hummingbird Snow Globe Plays "Tomorrow"





                       Mikassa Hampton Court Tea Cup and Saucer Set

                      English Porcelain Teapot, Creamer and Tea Cup Set

                      Children's Miniature Tea Set

                      25th Anniversary Plate


                      Coffee Tea Wallet For Women


                      Minimalist Laminated Wallet For Coffee Lovers


                      Gold Foil Checkbook Wallet Gift Set


                      Woodland Cash Envelope System Budget Set

                      Laminated Minimalist Wallet Brown and Gold Leaf

Get a 20% off discount code to use on any items in these Etsy shops.
Sign-up here today!

Why Join a Gift Sampler Club

Do you miss getting gifts in the mail?  When was the last time you sent a gift in the mail?  Here are some good reasons why you should think of joining a gift sampler club.

1.  You'll save time and money running all over town searching for that last minute gift you need because you forgot to check your calendar. 

Keep gifts on hand and your gift closet full of luxury handmade gifts from Markets of Sunshine "gift sampler club"

2.  Start a gift closet by supporting small business handmade and vintage seller's on Etsy.

Personalized gifts are the #1 favorite to receive because it says:

I think you're special!  You'll find a wide variety of gifts that you can have personalized or monogrammed at:

My Secret Compartments hollow book shop. 

3.  Vintage is the new way to decorate because you are reducing your carbon footprint.

 Think of afternoon tea with family and friends using vintage tea cups and saucers, china and pitchers.  Check out this lovely Etsy shop filled with treasures from around the world.

Pioneer Fundraiser 

One thing is for sure you'll find all kinds of companies offering gifts by mail.  But, they are mostly big box companies who have everything made in China.  Why not support made in the USA shops instead.

What types of gifts do you need right now?  What types of gifts do you like to receive?