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Arts and Crafts and Homegoods
One of Beadlady’s Quilts
David M Bowman
- CathyM's Etsy shop has handmade jewelry, Xmas patchwork stockings and cat, dog and chicken themed items, vintage patterns, aprons, t-shirts, and tote bags, some using her own designed fabric - which you can find over at Spoonflower.
- Iamacat has different items for sale. Etsy: polymer clay beads. RedBubble: Cat stickers and other items. Zassie: Various ceramic and paper items.
Nature’s Friend
Rocky River Leather Co.
- Rocky River Leather Co. has a number of offerings -- belts, holsters, motorcycle gear and more. Additional offerings on Facebook. Kossack meagert is the proprietor. 10% off for Kossacks -- call or email him to get the discount. Custom work available.
Books and other writings
- asterkitty / Alexandria Levin has written two highly-recommended books for artists and other creative folks; ‘Pricing Your Artwork with Confidence’ and ‘Drawing Out the Muses’. Both are available in print and ebook formats. By kossack asterkitty.
- Chloris Creator has written several novels; from Jane Austen Fan Fiction (murder mysteries), to novels based on Greek mythology (stories of Jocasta, Antigone, Clytemnestra and Niobe), and even a book about writing fiction. Find her books here.
Cobatt’s book
Debtor’s Prison
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Longtime Kossack DebtorsPrison posts regularly about books on Daily KOS: Nonfiction Views book review diary runs every Tuesday evening at 10pm EDT, 7pm PDT (9pm EST when the clocks fall back.) He posts a weekly curated list of new books of interest to BIPOC readers, as a comment in Tuesday afternoon’s Black Kos diary. He also runs a brick and mortar bookshop in Sedona, AZ and an online shop: TheLiterate Lizard Online Bookstore. 15%Off discount to Kossacks; just use the coupon code DAILYKOS in checkout.
Donna Gillespie’s book.
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Diana in NoVa has written a political satire called "Saving the World Through Sex”. You can read more about it here.
- Donna Gillespie has a new book out, The Light Bearer, a story of of adventure set in ancient Rome during the reign of the Emperor Domitian, featuring a woman warrior chosen to lead her people in the struggle against the empire.
- Ellid's writing has been published a number of times. Click the link to find details on her scholarly work about Medieval clothing and antique quilts -- and, under another name, some erotica! Kossack Ellid
- James Craig Photography offers a limited edition book of fine, B&W photos taken on Easter Island during a year's sojourn there, "The Moon has been Eaten". This is a perfect gift for lovers of exotic locales and fine art photography, and other books are also available. Author is Kossack qua.
Kelly McCullough
- Kelly McCullough (kossack KMc) writes science fiction and fantasy for adults and children. Two series from ACE (Penguin Random House) books WebMage and Fallen Blade are aimed at adult readers. And School For Sidekicks and Magic, Madness and Mischief are middle grade published by Feiwel and Friends (Macmillan).
- Kevvboy lists a novel, Georgia Bottoms
Thelonius Legend
- NotScared is author Thelonious Legend; he writes progressive YA SciFi novels about black girls with super-powers that deconstructs the hero journey through the prism of class, race, and privilege.
- Author Miriam Grace Monfredo, a historian and former librarian, lives in the Finger Lakes region of western New York State, the scene of her critically acclaimed historical mysteries.
Old 60’s Radical
- Naseweiss396 writes historical fiction for middle grade and young adultreaders, some children's picture books, and more. You can read about her work on her website https://www.malvevonhassell.com
- old 60’s radical (Thomas D’Alessio) is an author! Two books on Amazon. Integral Quadrants and Moral Quandaries: an integration of the work of Robert Pirsig and Ken Wilber toward an ecology of morals, and An ABCdium for Irritated Times.
Rosel2’s book
- SensibleShoes writes fantasy novels appropriate for ages 8 & up as author Sage Blackwood. In fantasy, my most recent book is Miss Ellicott's School for the Magically Minded, which came out this year from HarperCollins; there's also the JINX trilogy. Also writes historical YA as author Karen Schwabach. In historical, most recent book is The Storm Before Atlanta.
SensibleShoes book
- xajaxsingerx just had his first book, Strange Days, published. “Contemporary fiction with a sci-fi edge, perfect for fans of Ernest Cline and Marie Lu.”
Childrens Department
- Lauren Mayer (PsychoSuperMom) writes and performs comedy songs. Some of her work is specifically for children -- check her website for CDs. What a great gift idea!
- Twelve Days of Christmas is a Christmas-themed card strategy game suitable for kids 12+. What a stocking stuffer! Kossack Shakludanto says, "It's simple enough for family fun, but game geek tested!"
- Winglion (Sara R and her sister, Ann) make baby quilts and quilts for small children -- and can make to order. (Note: shop is closed while they are healing from medical issues)
Clothing
- Brainwrap has ACA Signup Swag available for the healthcare nerd in your life. TShirts, Sweatshirts, Onesies, Blankets, and more!
Designs by Esi (EB Design Plaza)
- Designs by Esi is kossack zizi’s shop — One-of-a-Kind beaded jewelry with unique handcrafted components such as recycled glass beads from Ghana, silk fibers, fabric, Pavé Swarovski crystal pendants and Japanese beads. I also make bespoke apparel in fabrics sourced from various locations around the world.
- Ericlewis0 has Animal Nuz t-shirts! Email animalnuz@gmail.com with your specific order. Supplies are limited. $20 + $4.75 shipping. add $5 for sizes XXL and XXXL.
- Get jtg’s designs on everything from tank tops to hoodies and more at his TeePublic site.
Meemeetees
- Meemeetees is Kossack Bionic’s shop with political tee shirts for the discerning Progressive, or just if you like tee shirts!
- Priceman Political Prints Now has OWS t-shirts for sale -- all shirts bear illustrations by Kossack priceman himself!
Craft Supplies
Go To Supplies
Fine Art (Painting, Drawing, Digital Art, Photography, Sculpture)
Art by Michele Wilson
- Art by Michele Wilson is where you will find michelewln's imaginative fantasy art. Find something romantic for your wall here! Don't miss Michele's extraordinary photos -- you will find them here.
Alexandra Levin
- asterkitty — Alexandria Levin has a site for her oil painting. Beautiful, strange and colorful magical realist oil paintings; featuring stuffed animals, still-lifes, semi-abstract landscapes, trees, urbanscapes and other abstracts. She also creates one-of-a kind-beaded glass and stone jewelry.Check out her jewelry here! She has a Redbubble site too.
- CathyM's designs are available on a variety of fabrics and wallpaper at Spoonflower and if you're looking for vintage sewing patterns, check out her Etsy shop.
- David Woodward Gallery is the place for watercolor fine art -- landscapes, custom portraits, and pet portraits are available. Kossack DavidW is the artist.
Bob X’s Photography
- Deviant Arts is BobX's page where you will find select fine art prints for sale. If you see something you want but is not available let him know and he'll make it so.
Hawaii Loves Art
- Hawaii Loves Art is a shop with lovely, tropical batik and digital art inspired by the islands of Hawaii -- by Kossack Msongs
- Imagekind is kpeddicord's website where prints of his work can be purchased. If you see something on my site that isn't currently available on Imagekind, let him know and he'll upload and make it available!
- Kirby Krieger is an artist, currently working on the very thin and partially submerged isthmus between photography and painting, the Baroque and Post-Modernism. These are amazing Still Lifes! Gallery is run by Kossack Yellow Canary.
James Craig Photography
- James Craig Photography has fine art B&W Photography by qua with a BOOK coming out "The Moon has been Eaten" – Images from a Year on Easter Island.
Liv Rainey Smith
- Lyne Art is where you can find the fine art of Kossack dot farmer and his wife. Contact them through the website to enquire about purchasing their lovely work.
- Marko the Werelynx painted a piece called "St Gracie's" for the people of Street Prophets -- there are still prints available.
- mamajo2k runs The Heritage PhotoShoppe Where Family History & Photos meet digital scrapbooking. Turning old familyphotos into Heritage Photos, identifying relatives and ancestors for yourselfand preserving family history for the next generation, and generations to come. Kosmail her for more information. More information in this diary.
Upwards Downsville by Morgansmom
- morgansmom and her son do gorgeous digital art. Right now they’re trying to raise money to fix their car. Website on Ko-fi.
- Naomi Duffey (Kossack cv lurking gf) makes porcelain and porcelain/mixed media sculptures, up to 22 inches in size. You can see a sampling of her work in this video. She'd be glad to discuss her work with you by kosmail, or at her email, naomi@naomiduffey.com. (If you email her, please use “Artwork” for your subject line so you don't get thrown out with the spam!)
World Wide Webb site
Food, Drink, and Gardening
- Alsea Acre offers delicious Oregon goat cheese -- and you can get it by mail! Oregon Gal is the owner.
Jewelry
KaliDava
Princess Leia’s necklace
- Kossack Satine makes handmade replicas (her own design) of Princess Leia's necklace that she wears in the final "medal ceremony" scene of Star Wars: A New Hope. Her Etsy website is lapinkrouge.
MPSmith Chainmaille
- Wings: NDN Silver Exquisite Native American silver jewelry by Kossack Aji’s husband, Wings -- the beautiful spirit in this jewelry is palpable. Treat yourself or someone you love! THIS IS OUR STORY.
Miscellaneous
Mr. Airy Bicycles
Iridescent Feather
- Rump Roaster offers protest-legal sign posts, as well as political, humorous, and motivational buttons. “I am very pleased with my latest sign post design, and hope more people will like it. It is much easier to use than the standard duct-tape to a mailing tube variety, and accepts standard 22 x 28" posterboard.” Check out his Etsy shop Iridescent Feather.
Music, CDs, DVDs
- critton hollow is the Web site of Kossack Joealan, selling CDs of both vocal and instrumental traditional American music.
- Lauren Mayer (PsychoSuperMom) writes and performs comedy songs. Some of her work is specifically for children -- check her website for CDs. What a great gift idea!
- millionmonkeys.us is a website where you can find music by Kossack PianoGuy, including a musical in progress, "Iron and Gold", about robber baron Jay Gould and labor leader Martin Irons.
- The Sometime Boys is a Brooklyn band that blends elements of bluegrass, country, blues, soul and jazz into very unique sound. Find them on Facebook, or on their own web site. Buy their albums on itunes or Amazon. Kossack lucid is a member of the band!
Vetwife’s CD
- Vetwife has an album on iTunes and Spotify and Amazon; the Album is called Hey, by Amanda Kato, and all proceeds go to help needy veterans and their families. Just 99 cents per song, or 99 cents for the whole CD for 3 months. What a talent! Check it out!
Pet Department
David Woodward Gallery
- David Woodward Gallery will produce a custom watercolor portrait of a pet from a photo. Talk about a unique and special gift! Kossack DavidW is the artist.
Services
- asterkitty / Alexandria Levin offers graphic design services, with experience in designing and producing a wide range of print and presentation materials, for an equally diverse clientele from individual artists to non-profits, municipalities, universities and corporations on all kinds of visual-based projects. Her web design and development portfolio is here as well, along with client testimonials.
- labradog inspects workboats and pleasure boats in the Chesapeake Bay area. Message him if he can be of help.
Liberated Spaces (Organizing!!!!!)
- Liberated Spaces is a life organizing and coaching firm based in San Francisco specializing in simple, practical, and holistic approaches to maximize your productivity and peace of mind, manage life transitions, reclaim rooms, time, and more. A San Francisco Green Business since 2008. Also on Facebook. Run by Kossack liberated spaces.
- mamajo2k runs The Heritage PhotoShoppe Where Family History & Photos meet digital scrapbooking. Turning old familyphotos into Heritage Photos, identifying relatives and ancestors for yourselfand preserving family history for the next generation, and generations to come. Kosmail her for more information. More information in this diary.
- maryalycea offers proofreading: checking and correcting grammar, usage, spelling, punctuation, syntax. Please send me a Kosmail for details about service and billing.
- One bite at a time can help you with bookkeeping if you are in the Madison, WI area or training in Quickbooks software (training can be in person or remotely) -- message for info!
- Oye Sancho is a bookkeeper and accountant. "I offer professional-level bookkeeping and accounting services. I'm based in the San Francisco Bay Area but can work remotely for clients anywhere. Potential clients can contact me via a DK message."
- Peter Herb is an attorney in NYC with practice in real estate law, estate law, and business law; Kossack plh225. If you need an experienced litigator in NY, check him out. THIS IS OUR STORY
- rubyr has twenty-five years experience copy editing, fact-checking, researching and proofreading for international law firms and pharmaceutical/medical education advertising agencies in New York City. She can work for you via the Internet, in a timely fashion, on jobs sent from anywhere in the world. Kos mail her for more info and rates.
Sultans of Schlep (Moving!!)
- Sultans of Schlep will help you move! More than that, they have a decluttering service (very helpful before a move) -- now that might be the perfect gift for the person who truly has everything! The Sultans serve the Philadelphia/San Francisco/Seattle area. Kossack type2tom is the proprietor.
- jtg does Freelancer Graphic Design; contact him through James G.
- pr0gressivist provides piano and voice lessons in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas. Kosmail them for a link to their site and more information.
Software and Webdesign
Dovetail Designs
- asterkitty / Alexandria Levin can help you with professional website design and development. She writes, “I create custom websites using the CSS Grid Layout method and clean code. Most of my clientele are in the arts, non-profits, small businesses, and education. My rates are super-reasonable.”
- 2thanks: William and his wife, Beth, write, edit, create graphic designs, and maintain web pages. Beth creates beautiful logos, banners, restaurant menus, etc. Please kosmail 2thanks if you need any of these services, or contact Beth directly at Dovetail Designs.
- citisven specializes in helping small businesses, organizations and individuals set up WordPress websites that are quickly designed, affordable, and easily editable and navigable by the client upon launch. Contact him and get connected!
Moonlight Design Studios
- Moonlight Design Studio does graphic and web design for small businesses with an emphasis on community. Kossack baspringer runs it and has written about some of her work for Small Towns Wisconsin here.
Stationery (Notecards, Etc.)
- akmk has a fine selection of notecards featuring art photos of Alaska. What a beautiful way to send a greeting! Run by Kossack akmk.
Birdbrain Crafts
Thank you to JekyllandHyde for the graphic.
