Keeping it Together
My latest purchase -- the Sterling Silver Waves and Swirls Shawl Pin from Chrissy at Scotts Mountain Crafts on Etsy.
I had wanted to get a shawl pin at Rhinebeck, but nothing did the trick. After starting Botanica this past weekend I knew I'd have to find something soon.
I've been meaning to buy something at Etsy -- supporting small business crafts seems like such a good thing to do. Plus, the chance of getting something unusual or unique is so much greater. I liked Chrissy's work, and I placed a order of Saturday. She's very easy to work with and she responds quickly. I requested a special order at 7 AM on Saturday and by 8:30 AM we had a conversation and my order was placed. My pin arrived today and it was exactly what I expected.
The quality of the pin is superb -- no burrs, no sharp edges, but it's still lightweight so it doesn't weigh down the shawl. It's obvious it's made by a knitter. I love how the hammered look and how it bows out ever so slightly.
Her prices are very reasonable too. With the holidays coming up, this would be a great gift for a fellow knitter, or a great add-on if you're making a shawl for someone else.
I'm already deciding what I might put on my wish list.
I'm honored and thankful - and so happy that your happy with it!!!
Oh that's pretty!
So cute! It is great supporting artists!
Great pin. It looks like the initials "EZ" -- pretty appropriate for a knitter!
There is some wonderful stuff in her shop!
i was looking for a shawl pin at rhinebeck too. maybe it's cause we kept finding each other. ;) your is lovely!
oooh--I've always been looking for a shawl pin! They had some at the x-stitch convention, but as you can imagine, the selection was pretty light.
i'll definitely check out the link/shop.
Wow, that is gorgeous. I'm keeping that in mind if I ever need a shawl pin.
Lovely!!!
This is very very pretty and Chris is a doll! I really need one of these! :)
It's gorgeous!! Hmm, maybe I'll need to knit a shawl...
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