Sunday, June 29, 2008

Week long 4th of July Sale!!!

4th of July week long sale starts today! Spend $25 and choose either a bookmark, ring, or pair of earrings for FREE.

Stop by to browse, learn something new, or find a beautiful way to bring healing into your life.
Esoteric Enchantments
Inspired by nature to nurture your soul.

Jewelry and home adornments to aid you in your well-being. Fine Art Photography with inspirational messages.

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

What's new for this week

Stop by the CT Etsy Team Blog to see some of our members newest items here.

Thoughts of Vacation




My weekend vacation has come and gone. I'm sitting here with my morning coffee wondering where to start working but my thoughts just keep drifting back to the woodlands of of VT and NY.

The rich smell of being deep in the forest with dew all around you glittering as the sun rises. The birds singing with each other as they start their day. Leaves fluttering on cool soft breezes while the trees sway slowly. The rhythmic lapping of the lake against the shore with the occasional trout surfacing for breakfast. The sun rises spreading warm light across the glowing surface in a spectacular array of yellows, and oranges as the sky fades from a deep purple to a brilliant blue.

All is in balance, all is in beauty. My heart swells with love for our earth mother. My heart swells for the comfort she gives to us daily if our eyes would only see. My heart swells for the beautiful intricate web that is life, which she nurtures every moment.

I pray that all who are here upon this earth can feel this love, this deep peacefulness within their soul. I pray that humanity would slow down just enough to be able to see the beauty of our relatives around us. I pray they would take just enough time to let in the realization that you are exactly where you are supposed to be, and perfectly supported in all of your desires. All is well as we travel this spiraling circle called life, growing and learning. Let that sink deep into your being today, then go out and celebrate life with a smile, as I will.

Thursday, June 19, 2008

Free Fun!!!

Whooooo Hoooooo, now this is a steal!

The following are upcoming FREE classes at The Mango Tree. Try one, or try them all:

June 19th, 7:15pm: FREE Consultations for our Bride and Groom First Dance Program
Your special Day deserves a special dance!
10 or more private sessions and a dance choreographed just for you ensures your first dance is nothing less than perfect.

June 23rd, 6pm: FREE Beginner 1 Belly Dance Lesson
Learn the ancient art of belly dance from one of Ct's top belly dancers!
In this class, you will learn the basic movements of belly dance in a fun and supportive environment.
Classes start 6/30 at 6pm and are taught by Lydia.

June 26th, 7:15pm: FREE Intro to Ballroom Class
The Intro to Ballroom Classes which start on 7/3 will cover Swing, Waltz, Salsa and more!
Classes are taught by Diane, who has over 25 years of teaching experience.

June 28th, 9am: FREE Zumba Class
See what the Zumba craze is all about!
One Hour classes start 7/5 at 9am.
Classes are taught by Irene.

To learn more about The Mango Tree CLICK HERE.

Wednesday, June 18, 2008

What's new?

Here's two links to the wonderful CTetsyteam blog featuring some of the newest handmade goodies by my team members and myself. Can you guess which one is mine??? :)

What's New? Part 1

What's New? Part 2

Monday, June 16, 2008

Hafla and Turkish Belly Dance Workshop This Sunday in CT

If your in CT stop by for some fun this Sunday (6-22) at The Mango Tree in Watertown. Come be inspired by all the beautiful dancing and learn a few new moves to awe onlookers. Hope's Travel Treasures has TONS of amazing veils, jewelry, and beautiful dancing accessories so you'll be able to shop, dance, and have dinner all in one spot, save on some gas and come have a great evening! ~Kat

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Hello Everyone!

Register now for the Turkish Belly Dance Technique Workshop taught by Sabrina! Space is limited and all levels are welcome. The price is $35 before June 22st and $40 at the door. In this workshop, Sabrina will teach you basic, intermediate, and advanced Turkish Belly Dance techniques to the Chiftelli and Karsilama rhythms. It is suggested that you bring a 1/2 circle skirt and your zills although it is not required.

To learn more about Sabrina, please visit her website:
www.bellydancersabrina.com

The hafla will resume promptly after the workshop. See Sabrina dance live! Lydia, her students and other local professional belly dancers and thier students will also perform. If you are a amature or professional belly dancer and would like to perform, please contact Lydia at 860-417-6160. Admission is $5 for workshop attendees, $10 for general public. The admission fee includes dinner.

Bring your credit cards: Hope’s Travel Treasures will be vending at this event!

I look forward to see you this weekend!

Love and Light,
Lydia
www.mangotreefitness.com

Thursday, June 12, 2008

Hooray!!!

I've been featured among a bunch of beautiful artists!!! The theme for this handmade feature is Spectacular Reds. You'll find jewelry, hand dyed scarves, corsets, flip flops, candles, hand painted glass, buttons and even a corset, all in red! The beautiful soul who writes this blog makes some FANTASTIC handmade soaps. I can't tell you how divine her products smell!

If you love red, or handmade soaps stop by and check it out.
http://www.csoaps.blogspot.com/

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Buried Treasure!!

Dig up some beautiful handmade items. Art, home decor, jewelry, wood carvings, pottery, furniture, glass, paper goods, handbags, even wedding necessities!

Buried Treasury: Search results for well-being

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Tuesdays Talent: A venture through handmade goodies

I am forever in awe by all the gorgeous and fascinating findings on Etsy. So I figured I would start a weekly feature promoting some of the artists, while showing you wonderful folks how lovely and unique handmade items can be vs. buying commercial. Browsing Etsy is one of my favorite past times (right next to being in the woodlands and creating things myself) so I hope you look forward to it as much as I do.


Each week I will feature a different theme to keep things fresh and exciting. Since the wedding season is in full bloom what better way to start out, so on with the show...


Custom Ring Bowl with tiny text
Hand Painted Sanddollars
Amber Wedding Invitation
Black Swirly Flourish Wedding Invitation Set
Garter or Leg Tutus Sassy Black and White >Cardinal Crimson Garter
Sweet Cupcake Bowtique Flower Girl Dress
Ivy Pearl Comb in Silver
Custom Made Pearl Swarovski Crystal Bridal Hair Comb
Reserved Listing - Custom Bridal Gown
Your Wedding Dress
>>Vintage Formal or Wedding Dress
Lace and Pearls - Tatted Necklace with Pearl Charm Drops
Special Day Freshwater Pearl Bracelet
Bridal Drip Necklace
White with Silver Sparkles (Ring Pillow)
Row of Roses Ring Bearers Wedding Pillow
Something Old Something New Ring Bearer Pillow Two