Shop Spotlight: Jen's Dream Decor

I love taking photos and I almost never have them up on display because I never know where or how to display them. How do you put your treasured photographs up in an elegant and fashionable way? Well, with beautiful photo memory boards from Jen's Dream Decor. Jen also works very hard to create beautiful magnet boards, jewellery holders, and other decorative items for your home.

Oh Canada: Of all the things that you sell, which item or style is your favorite?

Jen: I really love making my Photo Memory Boards the best. I have introduced a gathering technique which I do over double ribbons which really looks lovely and romantic.

Oh Canada: Where did you learn your skills?

Jen: I took a 5 year long night school program in Interior decorating which has helped a lot in the design of products and in fabric choice. A lot of the upholstery and sewing skills I learned in my previous life as a collector bear designer and maker.

Oh Canada: Everyone has different motivations for making their unique wares. What drives you to create?

Jen: What I really love is the feeling of timelessness that comes when you create, where you look up at the clock and can’t believe how much time has passed. There is simply nothing like it.

Oh Canada: If you could learn to use any new technique or material, what would it be?

Jen: The art of upholstery is something I admire and love to do in my limited fashion in my shop. I would love to do more and larger projects like headboards.

Oh Canada: Any plans to incorporate a new product into your shop this year?

Jen: Yes, a lot of plans…I’ve become re-interested in decoupage and plan to make book ends and expand on my line of key racks and coat racks.

Oh Canada: What is your favorite thing about selling on Etsy?

Jen: I love having creative control and being part of this fabulous amazing group of talented artists.

Oh Canada: Do you have a number one tip for new sellers? 

Jen: Join this team (lol) seriously, joining a team to give you support and friendship is the best thing I ever did.

Oh Canada: What is your favorite thing to buy on Etsy?

Jen: Supplies, I can’t believe how fabulous the sources are on this site. It would take years to find all these products if I didn’t have Etsy. I also love to support the other members of my teams as much as possible.

Oh Canada: What is the number one best item in your shop right now?

Jen: I love this frame(see photo to the left), which was a rare and wonderful garage sale find.



Keep up with Jen and see what new discoveries she has made by visiting her Facebook Fan Page. You can also follow her on Twitter and drop by her shop to buy a beautiful, handmade treasure for your home.





Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team

Friday Finds: Cupcake Soaps

They look good enough to eat, don't they? But wait, these delicious looking creations from CarvelCountrySoaps are soaps, not desserts! Like everything else in CarvelCountrySoaps' Etsy shop, they're made with top quality ingredients, and are free from harsh chemicals and parabens. So, stop by and pick up a pampering treat for you or someone you love today!

Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and CarvelCountrySoaps.

Father's Day Art

I'm always in search of the perfect father's day gift and birthday gift for my husband, which is NOT easy because he's the type of person who A. doesn't want anything and B. if there was something he really wanted, he'd buy it himself. He recently got a new office at work and I thought what better way to spruce it up then to add some artwork to the wall!

Shutterfly to the rescue!  Not only do they make great photo albums and photo prints at a great price, but they also make mouted wall art. You get to pick the layout and photos and they make the art, ready to be mounted to your wall! Now if you're a last minute person, like I tend to be when it comes to shopping for gifts, then the expedited shipping might break your budget! BUT, seeing as I fell in love with the idea, I had to suck it up... ps. tomorrow is the last day for expedited shipping for father's day, so take a look and see what they have!

Mounted Wall Art

View the entire collection of cards.

I chose a few of his favorite pictures of Maddie from various photo shoots over the last couple years. It's going to look great in his office!

The Finalists for the May OCT Challenge

It’s time to vote for your favorite collection in our latest treasury challenge!

Congratulations to the 4 finalists RecycledandResewn, PauperHandmade, WestCoastGlass, and TheSilverBobbin !

Have a look at each of these treasuries, then choose your favorite in the poll at the right. The winner will choose an item from their shop for our next treasury challenge!


Voting is open until Sunday June 19th at 12am EST. The winner will be announced on Monday June 20th. Thanks for playing, and good luck to our finalists!



Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team

Friday Finds: Birthday Clown Bunny

This Birthday Clown Bunny wool fiber structure is just so cute and twee! And what a whimsical way to wish someone an extra special birthday. For more exquisitely handcrafted needle felted animals, mobiles, natural toys and clothing, visit PauperHandmade's Etsy shop. You won't be disappointed. Her attention to detail, the lifelike quality of her animals, and general fine workmanship are not to be missed.

And for a wide variety of amazing handmade and vintage finds, check out the other OhCanadaTeam member shops. A complete list can be found on our Etsy team page.

All OhCanadaTeam members are eligible to be featured in our weekly Friday Finds. Just join our Flickr group and start uploading photos of your creations.


Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team and PauperHandmade.

OhCanadaTeam Gift Guide: Father's Day

Dad, you're someone to look up to no matter how tall I've grown.  ~Author Unknown

Let's not forget all the dads out there who are hard working, loving, nurturing, and deserving of a little TLC just as much as moms are. Father's Day is the perfect occasion to show Dad just how appreciated he really is. Here are a few Oh Canada Team pics to inspire your shopping on this Father's Day.

Get this beautifully crafted leather wallet with an android design in a rich red and kiwi green from Keri V. Leatherworks.

Another great gift idea are these reusable snack and sandwich bags. Great for packing a lunch or for snacks during long work trips. Get them at The Silver Bobbin.

A wonderfully hip and totally retro pair of shorts with hot air balloons. Who says 'hip' anymore? Well, I do! You'll find these at Lucky Lucy's.

Whether your dad gets his hands dirty in the garden or at work, he'll definitely be in need of some of this salve. A great way to heal and repair those dry dad hands. You can buy this one at MisticalAcScents.

A great black belt with an eagle image that'll make any dad look fashionable. You'll find this flip top web belt at A.M.E. Creations.















Copyright 2011 Oh Canada Team

Get $100 in FREE JEWEL KADE!!!

If you are here, then you are wondering how to get $100 of free Jewel Kade, right?  WELL....for the month of JUNE ONLY, I am having a New Stylist REWARDS incentive for anyone who takes the plunge on this amazing opportunity--that's right, the FIRST person who signs up to be a stylist in June will receive $100 in free Jewel Kade!  The 2nd person will get $50 in free jewelry, and anyone else who signs in June will get a free wordstick charm!!

If you aren't interested yourself, but think you might know somebody who is, pass this on and when they sign up, you'll get rewarded with your very own $25 JK Gift Certificate!  There has never been a better time, with less than 2000 stylists nationwide, with certain states not having ANY!!!  Be the FIRST in Hawaii, Maine, Vermont, Mississippi, New Hampshire, or Rhode Island!!!