Member Profile: ThimbleNina

Shop: ThimbleNina

You can find her online:

• Trust the Pirates
  

How she became interested in burlesque:
I'm not a burlesque performer but I am a fan.  I'm also a Tribal bellydancer and our art forms seem to compliment each other quite well.

How she plans to participate in Etsy's Burlesque Beauties:
I'm a promoter of all art forms and I'm quite talented of linking groups together that would otherwise have never spoken.  Think of me as a 'crossover liason'

What she sells on Etsy:
Altered art pendants

Member Profile: Teal and Olive

Shop: Teal and Olive

You can find her online:

• Flickr
  
• Blog
  
• Twitter
  

How she became interested in burlesque:
involved - i wish....i love the shows...as i get older i feel sexier though...so, maybe someday!

How she plans to participate in Etsy's Burlesque Beauties:
i want to have a look at how the team works first - i am new to etsy...so, i will have to spend a little time getting a feel for everything.

What she sells on Etsy:
i make earring, lariats, & necklaces...i have a lot of ideas for little handmade luxuries though...i also have a good vintage stash that i need to list...i love velvet & feathers & silk....

Bombshell Challenge: Passion

February's theme for the Bombshell Challenge is Passion. So, you have until February 27th to post a Passion themed item to Etsy and then leave the link here in the comments. Don't forget to tag your item on etsy with "Bombshell Challenge." XOXO

Painting: Passion by Sir Frank Dicksee

Member Profile: Gretas Pretty Things

Shop: Gretas PrettyThings

You can find her online:

• My Space
  
• Twitter
  

How she became interested in burlesque:
I've always been interested in retro and vintage things, especially old movies. When I first saw a picture of Dita Von Teese, I was fascinated - who was this fabulous woman who dressed out of another era? That is how I discovered burlesque.

I was sort of a burlesque "lurker" for a while, doing research and learning about different performers, until I saw an audition posted for a burlesque show locally down here in Richmond, VA. I went to the audition, and the woman running it - Runaround Sue - liked my stuff, and decided to work with a newbie to prep for the show. I've performed in 3 shows since March, and have another lined up for this weekend!

I have my own little gimmick, of course. I'm a tap dancer, so I incorporate that into a lot of my numbers. But with my interest in costume design, I take great pleasure in designing my pasties, costumes, and accessories as well.

How she plans to participate in Etsy's Burlesque Beauties:
I just want to help spread the love and beauty that is burlesque! I love the sound of the monthly theme... I need something like that to keep my creative juices flowing. Mostly, though, I'm fairly new to Etsy, and hope to use this team as continuous inspiration to keep creativity in my shop, even if I'm having a hard time making a sale.

What she sells on Etsy:
Hair flowers on combs, pasties, some jewelry, and fascinators coming soon!

Member Profile: Joolz

Shop: Joolz

You can find her online:

• Blog
• Twitter
• Facebook
• My Space
  

How she became interested in burlesque:
I love the look of burlesque and I create jewelery for a couple of burlesque girls - would like to do more.

How she plans to participate in Etsy's Burlesque Beauties:
I'm always happy to help out with promos, doing swaps etc.

What she sells on Etsy:
Jewelry - necklaces, chokers, bracelets, earrings

Member Profile: Tart Deco

Shop: Tart Deco

You can find her online:

• Facebook
• Twitter
• Blog
  

How she became interested in burlesque:
I love 1920s & 30s looks, as well as pinup and many of my accessories can crossover into burlesque. I started to take burlesque dance classes and hope to again in the future :)

How she plans to participate in Etsy's Burlesque Beauties:
I can participate in most online things that the group does, like blogs (including posting articles), promotion, etc. I will also be willing to donate product occasionally for team promotion. I can do events in my area during the summer and occasionally the rest of the year.

What she sells on Etsy:
I mostly sell handmade hair accessories that use repurposed vintage pieces and vintage style supplies. I also sell actual vintage items from the 1920s-1960s.

Member Profile: Maxine in Trousers

Shop: Maxine in Trousers

You can find her online:

• Blog
• Facebook
• Twitter
  

How she became interested in burlesque:
I've always enjoyed anything vintage, retro, and pinup - especially movies (I'm a bit of an old movie geek), clothes, jewelry, art and tattoos. Maybe it goes back to my love of Mae West when I was growing up - she always struck me as a force to be reckoned with. Burlesque has an amazing tradition and I'm glad to see it enjoying a revival because its an awesome way for women to feel empowered and have fun.

While I am not currently involved in burlesque, I'm thinking about getting involved in performing in the future.

How she plans to participate in Etsy's Burlesque Beauties:
I'd really like to have a presence at some of the area shows and get involved in cross-promotion with troupes. Its nice to have a community and I'm looking forward to exchanging ideas and supporting fellow crafters.

What she sells on Etsy:
Right now its mostly fascinators, headbands, pasties and some jewelry. I used to make a lot more jewelry, so I may add a bit more of that into the mix. I'm also interested in millinery and would like to expand into making more cocktail hats.