Here they are - Now Go VOTE!

Hey OhCanada Team! Wow, I'm totally blown away and seriously pleased with the response we got from this month's Blitz! especially when we consider this the "bluest" time of the year! Congratulations all around!

Below are the 29 treasuries we received! Please look through them, consider each one for it's various merits and awesomeness. Choose your three VERY FAVORITE ones, in no particular order. Considering the difficulty we've had with posting here, please vote in the new voting thread on Etsy.

Voting closes 10pm Sunday (toronto time), tabluating will commence and the winners will be announced.... monday some time! (maybe tuesday, if life gets in the way...)

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February 2013 Treasury BLITZ!

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team


Welcome Back Team! Happy New Year, and here's hoping the first month of 2013 has been good to all of us.

Let's start the year off with a brand new Treasury Blitz focusing on a theme to get us back in the swing of things. This blitz the theme will be "Fresh and New" inspired by our hopes for the new year. Please take this theme in any direction you want, meaning spring, clean, green, original, colour, whatever!

We thought we might try something a little different for this Blitz - Prizes! This is something I've done with another team to fun results. We have two prizes donated so far, one from myself and from Brazen so far. We are looking for one more from any member of the team (preferably something small and letter-mail-able for ease of postage).

EDIT - The Treasury Challenge rule of SIX teamies in the top three rows will apply to this Blitz as well, just for continuity's sake. Sorry for any confusion my earlier post may have caused.
 The idea of the blitz is to promote each other, and the team, get as many views on our items, and get them looking fantastic in a group of complimentary items. Make as many as you want, make them beautiful, bold, interesting, and heck, maybe even front-pageable!

 Once you've made your treasury (or treasuries) post the link to your treasury in the comment section of this blog by midnight (Toronto time) Friday, February 8, 2013. If your treasury link isn’t here, your treasury isn’t entered for voting!

If you can't make a treasury, for whatever reason, please check out the others, fave, click, comment, heart as much as  possible to get our teamies out there! The purpose of a blitz is to have FUN and to get our teamies SEEN. And of course, PLEASE come back and VOTE.

WHEN: Our three day Blitz will run from Feb 6, 7, 8th. That's wednesday, thursday, friday. (perfect to get those bored-at-the-office browsers).

VOTE: Feb 9, 10 - saturday and sunday! Come back to this blog, cast your vote for your fav three (3) treasuries. Votes should be tabulated by midnight monday (toronto time).

PLEASE - contact me via etsy with any questions or confusion, or if you would like to donate a prize! I hope the little small changes add some variety to the Blitz, but there is bound to be some mix ups! (I'm still a little new at this blogging thing, we'll figure out the details eventually!)


One more thing - Here at the OhCanada Blog, we'd like to start up some of the features we've had in the past, as well as some new ideas. Some things like features and interviews we can conduct mostly through Etsy and email, but other things Like friday finds and wordless wednesdays would be greatly aided if we started posting items to flickr again! That way, I know I'm allowed to pluck you out of the pool and put you on display.... er, your items at least. Go here, join the team (I just did!) do this ---

OhCanadaTeam on Flickr

Can't wait!
Cari and OhCanadaTeam Leadership!





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OhCanadaTeam Treasury Challenge Finalists

The following four treasuries have been selected by our judge as finalists in the treasury challenge. Each picture is clickable, so please take the time to go to the original treasury and decide which of these gorgeous finalists you like best. Voting is open until Friday, October 7th and can be found in the sidebar of the blog. The winner will be announced on Monday, October 10th, when we'll begin the next challenge.




The treasuries are, as follows, clockwise:
"A Canadian Winter" by billiemonster
"Bohemian Autumn" by DarkRide
"A Canadian Autumn" by bstudio
"Fool's Gold" by JewelsbyJasmin

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team

Friday Finds: Gemstone Wrap bracelet by Peacock&Lime

 

Today's find is a colorful wrap gemstone bracelet from Peacock&Lime. For those who love gemstones you can get your fix with this beauty! They've used a variety of gemstones like fancy jasper, rose quartz, fluorite, and aventurine coupled with metal beads and cultured pearls sewn onto dark brown leather and fastened with a vintage civil war/ military button. These wrap bracelets can be worn on the wrist or ankle and you can go for a daring look by wearing multiples.

 

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and Peacock&Lime

Friday Finds: Fingerless Gloves by Arly

Brrrr! It seems that the weather has changed and we've left summer behind! Now that Fall is almost here, and I say almost because the leaves haven't changed colour yet, we need to keep warm... fashionably ofcourse!

Arly has just the thing. From her studio in Montreal, she spins beautiful hats, mittens, scarves and baby accessories with luxurious, colorful yarn. My favourite is this pair of fingerless gloves in Bridal Rose. I love the attention to detail found in the romantic heart buttons. A perfect accessory for Fall or Winter!

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and Arly

Friday Finds: Rustic Wheat Sheaf Necklace

I'm partial to sterling silver jewelry, so when I saw this gorgeous silver necklace I did a double take!  Add to it the imprint of a sheaf of wheat - it got this prairie girl's attention!   This necklace is simply a beautiful piece to add to anyone's collection of fine silver jewelry.  It is part of a collection of silver pieces found at jakecleo.

In their shop you will find sterling silver jewelry with botanical and geometric themes.  Their jewelry is modern, eco-friendly and made with care.

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and jakecleo

Friday Finds: Caramel Fudge Ceramic Ring

I love the richness of this ceramic bead.  It's aptly named - Caramel Fudge.  Wrapped with gold filled wire, it will make delicious finger candy for your hand!  This ring has been created by Vitrine.  She offers several rings made with gorgeous ceramic beads.  As well, Vitrine offers the buyer a selection of earrings, bracelets, necklaces and glazed paper pendants.

Oh Canada Team Spring Thaw Sale
The votes are in, and the week of April 10-16 is when we'll be having our team Spring Thaw Sale! If you want to participate, come leave your information here in this special discussion thread.

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and Vitrine.

Friday Finds: Beach Stone Ring

This unusal and unique ring is from LittleBearsMom.  The stone is one of many that Molly has collected during her walks along beaches - this particular one comes from Lake Michigan, and is sandstone.  In her shop you will find a large selection of rings, from her collection of beach stones, to gorgeous dyed paua shell, genuine stone cabochons and glass crystals. Her rings have been sold to customers throughout the world.  As well as rings, there is an offering of beautiful earrings, bracelets and necklaces, made with gem stones,  glass and shells.   

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and LittleBearsMom.

Friday Finds: Ivory Knit Cable Handbag

This lovely knitted handbag comes from Hilary's Hats.  In her  shop you will find bright coloured hats, cowls and of course these wonderful handbags with the cable knit stitch that gives it such wonderful texture.  I really love the colours that Hilary selects for her handbags from this lovely ivory  to  bright orange!  I also love the handles she incorporates into these bags.  I am a knitter myself and I recognize great talent!  Please take a peek at this colourful shop.

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and Hilary's Hats.

Friday Finds: uluwatu ankle snapper in amethyst

Triple strands of amethyst and fancy jasper  are wrapped onto black leather to create this organic yet pretty bracelet from peacock and lime.  This eye catching bracelet is one of a number of bracelets she has in her shop.  As well as bracelets there are some spectacular necklaces and lovely bookmarks for sale. 

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and peacock and lime

Friday Finds: Ecco Friendly Shawl

This ecco friendly unisex shawl is named Breezy Pomegranate.  The creator is annymay.  In her shop you will find fashion clothing and accessories made from ecco friendly fibers and materials.  She designs and makes all her items, creating clothing that is comfortable and respectful to the body and the environment.  Some of the ecco friendly materials she uses is bamboo and tencel, which is woodpulp made from ecalyptus.  In her shop you can purchase such things as scarves, hats, dresses and jewelry.  

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and annymay.
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Friday Finds: Mexican Carnival

I must admit I am familiar with this bracelet as it caught my eye when it was listed!  This week's Friday Finds features this very colourful Mexican Carnival beaded bracelet by AngelqueCreations.   I love the freeform style of the bracelet, the selection of differerent sizes of beads,  the brilliant colours of Mexico and the gold clasp she chose for the fastener.  In her shop you will find creative and colourful beaded items to wear.  Perfect for gifts or to treat yourself!

 

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and AngelqueCreations

Friday Finds: Rose and Scissor Necklace

A vintage styled necklace by Dark Ride featuring  charming brass scissors and brass roses.  I have admired this team member's jewelry since she first opened her shop!  She has truly found a niche that is uniquely hers.
Her style?  Vintage meets goth meets Victorian meets fairytale.  In her shop you will find gorgeous necklaces, bracelets and earrings. 

Copyright 2010 Oh Canada Team and Dark Ride

Friday Finds: Fluffly Pink Bunny Ring

How cute is this ring? I can imagine a little girl opening up her present and her eyes alighting on this bunny! This pink bunny ring comes from the shop of Berry Sweet Treats from Ontario, Canada.

In this shop you will find cute handmade accessories and paper goods that will appeal to the little girls you know or even to your sense of girliness. There are hair accessories, earrings and even license plate stickers in girly colours.

Copyright 2010 Oh Canada Team and Berry Sweet Treats

Friday Finds: Breezy Mango Eco Friendly Shawl

Today's Friday Find is a gorgeous mango orange eco-friendly shawl by Anny May. Gloriously long at 94 by 13 inches when unfurled, this is the perfect accessory as the days grow colder. I imagine it would go equally well thrown over a beautiful sheath dress as it would with a cozy turtleneck and jeans. The bright colour is the perfect pick-me-up, and the 100% tencel yarn looks nice and soft.

Tencel is made from the wood pulp of the eucalyptus tree, and its production method is biodegradeable and non-toxic. Eco-friendly and beautiful. Who could ask for anything more? Visit Anny May's Etsy shop for more lovely handmade clothing and accessories made from ecological materials.

Copyright 2010 Oh Canada Team and annymay

Tag Workshop: Citrine Convertible Diaper Bag

This week our Tag Workshop features a beautiful handmade diaper tote by Fuchst Bags. We’ll compare tag suggestions from our helpful volunteers, to see what keywords shoppers might use to find it. The description reads:

A versatile bag that can convert from a shoulder bag to messenger bag to a backpack by simply changing the position of the straps. The bag is very roomy with lots of interior pockets. The large exterior zippered pocket is big enough to store all your daily necessities, such as wallet, keys, cellphone, sunglasses, ipod, and lipstick. It will also make a perfect diaper bag for the stylish new mom!

The fabric for this tote is a highend designer fabric by Waverly - Sun N Shade Sundial Citrine. This is a 100% Sprun Polyester upholstery fabric. It is so gorgeous and versatile, and has a soil and stain repellent finish. The Colors include in this fabric are shade of olive green on a cream and white background.

Citrine Convertible Diaper Bag
by Fuchst Bags

Tarapparel suggests these tags:

bags and purses, backpack, messenger, purse,
tote, yellow, brown, white, floral, convertible,
versatile, zipper pocket, summer, roomy

Khalliah Design recommends:

bags and purses, durability, unisex, versatile,
Fun, bag, zippered pocket, cotton
fusible, lime, chocolate, functional, strong

Sunshine Jewls suggests:

bags and purses, diaper bag, purse, tote,
shoulder bag, convertible, backpack, fabric,
canvas, cloth, cotton, messenger, zipper, custom

Bubble Tub recommends:

bags and purses, diaper bag, designer, citrine,
pattern, large, carry all, versatile, olive green,
polyester, fuchst bags

And the actual tags are:

bags and purses, backpack, diaper bag, laptop,
messenger, extra large, canvas, stylish, brown,
fuchst bags, handmade, convertible tote,
citrine green, designer fabric

For more tagging help, try:

Tag Wars
Etsy Tagging Suggestions
Etsy DOs and DON’Ts

Copyright 2010 Oh Canada Team and Fuchst Bags

Alphabet Keychain Challenge Finalists

It’s time to vote for your favorite collection in our latest treasury challenge! This round our theme was a colorful keychain from Design by Cassandra. The entries are full of color!

Our wonderful judges have narrowed down the entries to six beautiful collections. Have a look at each of these treasuries, then choose your favorite in the poll at the right. The winner will choose the theme for our next treasury challenge!



Color by Letters and Creatures



Colour or Not and Canadian Kaleidospope



Rainbow of Canadian Colours and I Can Sing a Rainbow

Voting is open until Tuesday, November 9th. The winner will be announced along with our new challenge theme on November 10th. Thanks for playing, and good luck to our finalists!

Copyright 2010 Oh Canada Team and Etsy.com