Hello there!!!

I've uploaded the new wallpaper. It's called Evolution, for those who like illustration, the making of this wallpaper is in kriture's blog from scratch :)

The poster version is also available, you can see it here is an A2 poster.If you are interested, please contact me.

I've tried to do something that transmits tranquility, serenity, solitude and makes us feel calm. I've been using the wallpaper on the computer and the poster in the wall and I feel like I was successful at the job :)
But try it out for yourself! :D download it here.

COLD COMFORT - MONSTER TISSUE HOLDER

You know that the CDC recommends that you sneeze or cough into your sleeve, instead of your hand? How gross is that? Now you have an elbow full of snot.

You totally need one of these sweet little monster tissue cozies to feed you nice clean Kleenex (tm). And how can you feel bad with this crazy-funny face looking at you?

Beaster Bunnies from Grimmleigh's Fiends

Most people know the story of the Easter Bunny, but it's been centuries since parents dared mention the Legion of Beaster Bunnies. Known for their love of hiding children's toys, keepsakes, and life saving medicines, the Beaster Bunny Menace is a force to be reckoned with!

Did we mention that these bunnies have GLOW IN THE DARK eyes?!?!

Thanks!!
http://www.blackfezstudios.etsy.com/

Kriture - Cute and Silly Scared Creatures in a box

Hey! I'm Marcia Gaudêncio, from Portugal. I sculpt creatures and bugs, do digital illustration, graphic design, jewelry, animation, etc :) Kriture is a reason for me to explore art, combining my love for biology, astronomy, design and crafts.
Personally, I like to keep them cute and silly, so you can sketch a smile every time you see one :)

Concept:
A Kriture is an idea that is stored in a box by a girl, in a dark room, life was created out of those ideas. It's like going back 2 billion years ago, but in another place where Fauna and Flora born for the first time in a surreal world.

Blog posts can have a new step towards their evolution written by their leader, illustrations, news and artist features.




My etsy store: www.kritureart.etsy.com
Website: www.kriture.com
Blog: www.kriture.blogspot.com

Thank you so much for including me on etsy monster! :D

Getting ready for the Renegade Craft Fair..

And one more kiln load which has my little porcelain figures/monsters in it. Cant wait to see them. I will post them up when they get cool enough...

New Monster Maker: Sean Grady

Hello,

I'm Sean, and I make monsters, among other things. I carve them out of found wood or bark and sometimes paint them. Thanks to Skeletal Dropkick for getting my membership going and to all of you for helping fill the world with monsters. Check out my shop and lemme know what you think. http://seangrady.etsy.com

Introducing...

Eccentric Polymer Clay Emo Geek Keychain/Necklace

Loverbot - Polymer Clay Robot Necklace/Pendant/Keychain Greenbot - Polymer Clay Robot Necklace/Pendant/Keychain


Meet my robots :D
They each different in they're own unique way and are made from polymer clay :D
they can compliment your neck as a necklace, keychain or can even come custom as a pin for your jacket ;D


Have an idea for a custom robot? Convo me :D
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shop: http://www.loveclay.etsy.com
blog: http://www.loveclayblog.blogspot.com
twitter: http://www.twitter.com/loveclay4
FB: http://www.facebook.com/pages/LoveClay/98098399204?ref=ts

Handmade Parade in Sacramento this weekend!

Ochibo and Skeletal Dropkick will be at the Handmade Parade this weekend, May 23rd from 11am to 5pm at Giovanni Hall at 1333 58th street in Sacramento. Many vendors and a lot of fun! Be sure to go!

INTRODUCING....

An all new Monster blog for you all to follow! Ochibo's blog documents the travels of the the Ochibos and their friends. At least every other day, a picture of the Ochibos frolicking in their natural environments will be posted.

The Ochibos are coming!!

They are coming by the Hundreds to the MakerFaire in San Mateo this May in the lovely south bay area. You really should go to the Fair this year, I promise it will be so worth it.
When not at hte maker fair, they can be found resting and relaxing at OchiboEtsy!

Monster Lab - ArtsiBitsi

Would it be interesting to see the process of the creation of a Monster? It might surprise you to learn that it does not involve a dark tower, or stolen body parts nor even a serendipitous thunderstorm.

Here are some photographs of my studio after one of my cut-a-thons.

This is my work table where all the pinning and cutting happens.   It features a most excellent, stainless steel table with an adustable height shelf underneath for my supplies.  It fits a nook between two closets, with set of big windows that look out across the woods. My kitties like to lay on the fleece (back left corner of the shelf) and watch the birds come to the feeder.  The feeder is only a few inches from the window, so both the kitties and I get a good look at the woodpeckers and other birds.

The other important station in my studio is the sewing and pressing table.   This is not ideal space, as it's a little crowded and underlit.  And there is nothing really to look at but the material that I'm working on.   Maybe I need to put a mural on the wall. Or some mirrors.   ... Or maybe I just need to concentrate on making straight seams.  :-)

BTW, that's just an ordinary Brother i6000 sewing machine.  It has about 60 different stitches, but I hardly ever use more than three of them.

So here I am basically designing eight monster backpacks at once -- an heroic feat which has not ever been attempted before.  By me.  

Aren't these fun colors?

Every monster needs a colorful fleece skin, and a coordinating lining.  Most of these will have some sort of funkadelic cotton lining. At this point, I am already starting to think of names and personalities to give to each bag.

In addition to the skin and the lining, I also need to cut the feet and arms and straps.   There is about ten feet of strap for each bag.  Here are all the straps, cut to length, but not finished.  When I set down to sew them, it will be a few hours of ironing and sewing.  And a lot of thread.  A lot.  I'll probably have to replace the bobbin on my sewing machine three or four times.

Don't the straps look like guts?  Mwah ha ha ha.

To see some finished monster backpacks, please visit my store at ArtsiBitsi.etsy.com

Wearable Monsters and other Artsy Bits of Happiness

Do you worry about the little things?  If so, you may need a monstrous companion to take care of you, and your little things. 

ArtsiBitsi monsters are available in three sizes: small backpacks (for kids and eccentric adults), mini-pouches (for phones and other minimal essentials), and nano charms (for your keys).  

ArtsiBitsi is pleased to be a new member of the Etsy Monster Team.   Check out my store for handy and happy monsters of all colors, shapes and sizes -- including  lots of pink and red monsters for that special person on your Valentine's Day list.  Because nothing says "You're Fangtastic", like a Monster.

Pumpkinrot: Rotten Works and Curious Goods

Here are three of our items for sale on our Pumpkin Hollow Etsy shop.


Pumpkin Hollow

Trevor the Troll

Hi guys:)

I just joined this group and I thought I'd share my latest monster. He looks a little scary but all he wants to do is give you a big hug!

FeltLikeStitchin

www.feltlikestitchin.etsy.com