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BusyLizzy Boutique

This is a little introduction to BusyLizzy Boutique. It's my little virtual shop, that sells internationally and makes local appearances! 

Barefoot Sandals By BusyLizzy

It all began with Barefoot Sandals... someone saw a pair of these neat things and asked whether I could make a pair. Here is the story of The Beginning of Barefoot Sandals by Elizabeth, on my Facebook Page. Over the years I wore them in yoga, at the beach and just about everywhere, and filled quite a few orders without ever advertising at all! All the while, people kept saying "you need a website" or "you have to sell these things in stores" and even suggested I go on Dragon's Den with them... well, I don't think I'm ready for that. 

BusyLizzy Boutique on Etsy...

I was listening however, and early in 2011, I discovered ETSY. Etsy is a marketplace for all things vintage and handmade. This is my shop: BusyLizzyBoutique  

BusyLizzy Boutique's first appearance at the
Arts on Main in Alliston, Ontario June 11, 2011

I also made plans to start visiting local craft fairs, artisan's markets and other venues where I could display my creations... so there had to be more than just Barefoot Sandals on display!  I knew that I wanted to use a variety of crafty, creative skills to bring things that were unique and special... and fun, it had to be fun! But the practical side of me also wanted to be sure that active, busy people could get some good use from the items featured, so the motto "FUN ~ FUNKY ~ FUNCTIONAL ~ HANDCRAFTED" was born!

Crochet Creations: 

A long-time crochet and knit enthusiast... creating things that are a bit out of the mainstream is my specialty. I use a variety of materials but specialize in fine crochet cottons, using tiny steel crochet hooks that I inherited from my grandmother and her mother before her! Barefoot Sandals are my 'signature item' of course, but I also create jewelry (necklaces, bracelets, anklets) housewares and gifts (coaster sets, wine cozies, cell phone cases, lanyards, cup cuffs).

T-shirt Transformations: 

 I decided to take my passion for tearing up T-shirts and put that to good use. Upcycled T-shirts (pre-loved, used, thrift store... you get the idea) are laundered and then cut up and given new life. T-shirts make great apparel (t-shirts, shrugs, halters, tanks, dresses, skirts..) accessories (hats, scarves, crazy cowls...) housewares (rugs, bowls and baskets, shopping bags, stuff-sacs) and even things for baby and you pets! No two creations are ever exactly alike, and I love the process (see the previous blog post for a T-Transformation in progress). 

The result is a traveling boutique with "Fun, funky, functional active accessories for your busy lifestyle!" If you are local to the GTA or areas just north, please consider popping by for these local appearances of BusyLizzy Boutique:

SAT NOV 5 - 9AM to 4PM - SPCA Paws for a Cause Craft Show, Orangeville Christian School, Orangeville

SAT NOV 12 - 10AM to 2PM - Women's Christmas Showcase of South Simcoe, Community & Fitness Centre, Tottenham

SAT NOV 19 - 10AM to 4PM - Orangeville Mall Gift Show, Orangeville

SAT DEC 10 - 9AM to 2PM - Community Living Dufferin Craft Show, CLD building, Orangeville
VARIOUS DATES: Access Fitness, Lobby and during Liz's Zumba Fitness classes

Now accepting VISA for your shopping convenience!

And you are always welcome to shop the online store...

www.busylizzyboutique.etsy.com

With thanks,