Greek style

by Tina

This post was supposed to go up yesterday as it was a National Holiday here. On October 28th 1940, Greece denied to surrender tο Mussolini's regime and by doing so entered 2nd World War. The holiday gave me the idea to look for pictures that bring to mind  Greece and Greek style. Do you think of any of these when you hear "greek style" and what would you add to the list? Would you remove something?


 Cycladic female figurine


Russian ballet dancer Nicolsca photographed in front of the Parthenon by Nelly's in the 1920s.



Saridis furniture inspired by Greek antiquity. This particular chair belongs to the permanent exhibition of the New York Museum of Modern Art.


Ilias Lalaounis jewelry inspired by ancient Greece



 Grecian style haute couture dress



Byzantine icon of 16th century






The picking of olives by Theophilos








Pebble mosaic in Rhode





greek painted sign (jenninrome)




 
via flickr (katew)

via flickr (cinnamonfeta)

grab a giveaway!
starting date: 9th October
ending date: 15th November
closed


welcome to wonderland!
this month amoronia creates for you
thanks Dimitra!
comment below to have the chance to win this!
the winner will be announced via e-mail and on our blog.



I'm Dina and I'm a Shopaholic

by MistyAurora
Summer has come and gone and yet i am still here.
So is the Etsy Greek Street Team so lets get shopping.

My second beloved season that is Autumn often brings a frown to many people's faces.
Waving goodbye to summer and facing the gray chilly months ahead isn't always pleasant.
Well it is for me and it shall be for you too now.

Any season can be fun and the members of the Etsy Greek Street Team have exactly what you need to make it so.

Nafsika's bracelet really needs no other introduction as the titles says it all:
Just for fun Jade bracelet
I really want to eat it
Before i became a tech nerd I used to write phone numbers etc on my palm.
Not so smart since everything was blurry and an ink mess quite fast.
Evrydiki's Blackboard Necklace is a great solution to that and so much more. She also has a matching earrings and ring so check out her shop!
All you need now is strangers to ask for their numbers.

Usually i don't like monsters but this one from Lacravatteduchien is a Flying Monster so it doesn't count.
Plus its so cute you can't really resist it. How cute would this look your cardigan?
Yes i know!

Some people might find this necklace a conversation opened so who am i to deny them the social interaction. My name starts with an.....N! And here comes the guessing and giggling.
All thanx to woolicious who can customize the pendant for you.

Most of the time after fall comes winter. I love winter and I cannot stress that enough.
Now, you don't expect Polar Bears to be friendly we all know that but HeartshapedCreations manages to make them look so much more than that.
An adorable picture holder.

Snuggle up, keep warm and have fun!
Till next time
xoxo
Dina ;)

winner of our summer giveaway is......
katie[at]starttofinishsupplies.com!!!!!
congrats!
your gift will be posted soon!

egst team
next giveaway will open 1st of October stay tuned!

GREEK SUMMER GIVEAWAY - THE RESULTS!!!!!!

starting date: 1 JULY / ending date: 31 AUGUST
Thank you so much for participating in our Greek Summer Giveaway!!!

The lucky numbers are: 80, 13, 28, 78, 75, 63, 43



Now it's time to know who are the 7 super winners and their gifts!!!!
Congratulations!!!!!

1rst Winner: No80 / P170878 / Greece / Seller : Theprincessnextdoor

You are going to receive your gifts from:

1. from FLORENTINES - Leather Flip Flops / Custom made
2. from MATTAK - Handmade pendant / Silver & Bronze
3. from PLAIN BANANAS - Leg bracelet / beads, shells, charms
4. from THEPRINCESSNEXTDOOR - Papier Mache earrings


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2nd Winner: No13 / sherrihostage / United States / Seller: Artistico



You are going to receive your gifts from:


5. from TRISEVYENI - Copper earrings / Goldfilled earwires
6. from NAZOZUBUS - Handmade Rose Brooch
7. from KARMOLOGYCLINIC - Colorful Summer handbag
8. from AMORONIA- Alice in Wonderland – Rabbit / Paper Mache Brooch

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3rd Winner: No28 / fishor / Greece / Seller: Onstage69


You are going to receive your gifts from:


9 . from NAFSIKA - Ethnic style sterling silver earrings
10. from ARTISTICO - You are always here / Limited Edition - Print - size A4
11. from MOONSTONEJEWEL - Necklace Antique Golden Butterfly
12. from ONSTAGE69 - Summer fun shell bracelet

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4rth Winner: No78 / Amy Langton / USA / Seller: Sivylla



You are going to receive your gift from:


13. from EVRYDIKI - Sterling Silver earrings / pearl, amethyst, red coral
14. from HEARTSHAPEDCREATIONS - Polar Bear / polymer clay 1,4” in height
15. from SIVYLLA - Dreamy Flip Flops / Custom made
16. from LACRAVATTENDUCHIEN - Multi strand necklace

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5th Winner: No75 / Kns42 / USA / Seller: Antigoni

You are going to receive your gifts from:


17. from THEPRINCESSNEXTDOOR - Papier Mache bracelet
18. from AMORONIA - Alice in Wonderland – Mad Hatter / Paper Mache Brooch
19. from ARTISTICO - Only Time / Limited Edition - Print - size A4
20. from NERAIDODHMIOURGIES - Blue Love – Key chain

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6th Winner: No63 / mistyaurora / Sweden / Seller: HeartshapedCreations



You are going to receive your gifts from:


21. from VANTIDESIGNS - Felt Necklace / wool, beads, ribbons
22. from ANTIGONI - I like to rock… / Sterling silver earrings, Swarovski, lucite
23. from ONSTEGE69 - Lambwork Lady Bug
24. from ARTISTICO - U2 / Limited Edition - Print - size A4

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7th Winner: No43. lostnfound8 / United States / Seller: Trisevgeni



You are going to receive your gifts from:
25. from ANTIGONI - Flower bracelet / Sterling Silver, Natural flower, gemstone
26. from CREATIONSBYEVE - Lipstick case
27. from POLINDIM - Adjustable ring / polymer clay, robbon, tulle, button
28. from AEGEANSEA - Six handmade batic gigt cards / Blank
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Your free gifts will not be sent simultaneously but separately, from each of the shops that are offering them.
Due to the fact that the lucky winners could be away on holiday at the time of the draw, shipping will commence once they reply to the messages they receive, and let us know that they have returned.
This way, we will make sure that you are going to receive your packages safely.

EGST GIVEAWAY !!
starting date: 1 august
ending date: 30 august
giveaway ended




Roach Organic Catnip toy
This months giveaway comes from a felt artist ohboycattoy,
she creates things for our cats but if i win this to tell you the truth i will keep it for myself :-p
thanks you so much Terry!
comment below to enter, the winner will be announced via email and on our blog.

Greek Summer Giveaway...

Seven ( 7) winners are each going to receive four gifts, totally FREE!!!

Summer in Greece is associated with fun and relaxation… So we, at the Etsy Greek Street Team, couldn’t resist a great summer giveaway!!!

Throughout the months of July and August, 22 of our members are offering you the opportunity to win one of the 4 free gift packages, simply by making a purchase from their Etsy shops!
It’s really that simple!
Visit the participating shops through their links, found below, make a purchase of 10$ or more (excluding shipping costs) from one or more shops and enter the draw to take place on September 2, for the seven free gift packages that we offer!!!!!
Yes, that’s right!
Seven ( 7) winners are each going to receive four gifts, totally FREE!!!

Buy one item, and you could be one of the 7 people who will win 4 more!!!

If a buyer makes more than 1 purchases, from the same or a different shop, he or she is entitled to more than 1 entry for the final draw!

Which means, if you buy 2 items, you double your chances of winning, and so on and so forth. Isn't that awesome?
Be sure, at checkout, to leave message to seller: GREEK SUMMER GIVEAWAY.

Also, the banner, the avatar and the announcement of the participating shops should feature the phrase ‘Greek Summer Giveaway’.

Take a look to the beautiful gifts we are offering and be sure to visit the participating shops


1. from FLORENTINES - Leather Flip Flops / Custom made
2. from MATTAK - Handmade pendant / Silver & Bronze
3. from PLAIN BANANAS - Leg bracelet / beads, shells, charms
4. from THEPRINCESSNEXTDOOR - Papier Mache earrings

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5. from TRISEVYENI - Copper earrings / Goldfilled earwires
6. from NAZOZUBUS - Handmade Rose Brooch
7. from KARMOLOGYCLINIC - Colorful Summer handbag
8. from AMORONIA- Alice in Wonderland – Rabbit / Paper Mache Brooch

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9 . from NAFSIKA - Ethnic style sterling silver earrings
10. from ARTISTICO - You are always here / Limited Edition - Print - size A4
11. from MOONSTONEJEWEL - Necklace Antique Golden Butterfly
12. from ONSTAGE69 - Summer fun shell bracelet

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13. from EVRYDIKI - Sterling Silver earrings / pearl, amethyst, red coral
14. from HEARTSHAPEDCREATIONS - Polar Bear / polymer clay 1,4” in height
15. from SIVYLLA - Dreamy Flip Flops / Custom made
16. from LACRAVATTENDUCHIEN - Multi strand necklace

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17. from THEPRINCESSNEXTDOOR - Papier Mache bracelet
18. from AMORONIA - Alice in Wonderland – Mad Hatter / Paper Mache Brooch
19. from ARTISTICO - Only Time / Limited Edition - Print - size A4
20. from NERAIDODHMIOURGIES - Blue Love – Key chain
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21. from VANTIDESIGNS - Felt Necklace / wool, beads, ribbons
22. from ANTIGONI - I like to rock… / Sterling silver earrings, Swarovski, lucite
23. from ONSTEGE69 - Lambwork Lady Bug
24. from ARTISTICO - U2 / Limited Edition - Print - size A4
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25. from ANTIGONI - Flower bracelet / Sterling Silver, Natural flower, gemstone
26. from CREATIONSBYEVE - Lipstick case
27. from POLINDIM - Adjustable ring / polymer clay, robbon, tulle, button
28. from AEGEANSEA - Six handmade batic gigt cards / Blank

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You can also see more detailed photos here
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The names of the seven winners will be posted on the Greek Team’s blog September 2, and at the same time, the 7 lucky ones will be notified both via an Etsy conversation and an email.

Your free gifts will not be sent simultaneously but separately, from each of the shops that are offering them.

Due to the fact that the lucky winners could be away on holiday at the time of the draw, shipping will commence once they reply to the messages they receive, and let us know that they have returned.

This way, we will make sure that you are going to receive your packages safely.

The Greek Summer Giveaway is calling you...

Our shops have wonderful and unique creations to offer you.
If you do win a free gift package, you will receive your gifts absolutely for FREE!!!!
If you don’t, rest assured that you have made a very good purchase from a super Greek shop
Get to know us and… you could be a winner, too!!!
Leave us your comment or your question, we'll be happy to answer you...:)
EGST GIVEAWAY !!
starting date: 30 june
ending date: 20 july
giveaway ended!



This months giveaway comes from a very special felt artist and jewellery maker 
Stemellina, she offered us those amazing handmade earrings made from felt, crochet, 
czech flower beads and silver plated earwires. 
thanks you so much Meli! 
comment below to enter, the winner will be announced via email on  July 22

Lovely Blog Award

A big Thank You to the lovely Stella for gracing our blog with an award this week :) We just received the "One Lovely Blog Award" from Stella!
Make sure to drop by her blog and shop, she is an amazing artist :)

So by accepting this award we must follow the rules and pass it on to other lovely blogs.
Rules of Blog Award Acceptance:

1. Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link.
2. Pass the award to 15 other fabulous blogs. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

Here is our list in random order:
http://karmologyclinic.wordpress.com/
http://www.smallbakery.blogspot.com/
http://plainbananas.wordpress.com/

http://zozogarden.blogspot.com/
http://www.mod3rnart.com

http://www.creationsbyeve.blogspot.com/
http://felt4u.blogspot.com/
http://kostas-tsipos.blogspot.com/

http://www.kissthefrogboutique.typepad.com/
http://trapme.blogspot.com/


http://nazozubus.blogspot.com/

http://greekclothdiaperingmom.blogspot.com/
http://www.georgiasday.blogspot.com/
http://www.nakedtile.blogspot.com/
http://www.onstage69.blogspot.com/

Let's get cooking : New York Cheesecake!

Indulge yourself by making this delicious cheesecake :)
Recipe by vantidesigns :)
**scroll down for the greek version

New York Cheesecake

Crumb Crust :
• 1 1/2 cups (5 oz) finely ground graham crackers or cookies such as chocolate or vanilla wafers or gingersnaps
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
Stir together crust ingredients and press onto bottom and 1 inch up side of a buttered 24-centimeter springform pan. Fill right away or chill up to 2 hours.

Filling :
• 5 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 3/4 cups sugar
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Finely grated zest of 1 orange
• Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
• 5 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Make crumb crust as directed in separate recipe. Preheat oven to 550°F.
Beat together cream cheese, sugar, flour, and zests with an electric mixer until smooth. Add eggs and yolks, 1 at a time, then vanilla, beating on low speed until each ingredient is incorporated and scraping down bowl between additions.

Put springform pan with crust in a shallow baking pan. Pour filling into crust (springform pan will be completely full) and bake in baking pan (to catch drips) in middle of oven 12 minutes, or until puffed. Reduce temperature to 200°F and continue baking until cake is mostly firm (center will still be slightly wobbly when pan is gently shaken), about 1 hour more.

Run a knife around top edge of cake to loosen and cool completely in springform pan on a rack. Chill cake, loosely covered, at least 6 hours. Remove side of pan and transfer cake to a plate. Bring to room temperature before serving.

For the topping: ( optional)
1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
1/2 cup plus 2 Tbs. sugar
1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice

To make the topping, in a nonreactive saucepan, combine 1/2 lb. of the strawberries with the sugar. Using a fork, gently mash the strawberries. Set the pan over medium-high heat and cook until the strawberries are softened, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining 1/2 lb. strawberries and the lemon juice. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool completely. (The topping can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.)

Enjoy!!

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New York Cheesecake
Βάση μπισκότου
Yλικά:
  • 1 ½ κούπα (5oz) μπισκότα digestive.
  • 5 κουτάλια της σούπας του γλυκού ανάλατο βούτηρο, λιωμένο.
  • 1/3 κούπα ζάχαρη
  • 1/8 κουταλάκι του γλυκού αλάτι.
Προετοιμασία:

Το ειδικό ταψί για cheesecake πρέπει να είναι βουτηρομένο πριν, και να είναι 24 εκ. Ανακάτεψε μαζί όλα τα υλικά και πίεσε τα στην βάση του ειδικόυ ταψιού και λίγο στα πλάγια , περίπου 3-4cm(μπορείς να το γεμίσεις αμέσως ή να το βάλεις πρώτα λίγο στο ψυγείο). ( Κάτω από το ταψί βαλε ένα άλλο με λίγο νερό για να μην λερωθεί ο φούρνος από στάξιμο.)


Γέμιση Cheesecake:
Υλικά
  • ½ κουταλάκι του γλυκού βανίλια
  • 2 μεγάλους κρόκους αυγού
  • 5 μεγάλα αυγά
  • Ξύσμα λεμονίου
  • Ξύσμα πορτοκαλιού
  • 3 κουταλάκια τις σούπας αλεύρι όλων των χρήσεων
  • 1 ¾ κούπα ζάχαρη
  • 1.134 γραμμ. Τυρί “Philadelphia”

Προετοιμασία:

Φτιάξε την βάση από μπισκότο όπως λέει η άλλη συνταγή. Ζέστανε τον φούρνο στους 287 C.

Ανακάτεψε μαζί το τυρί, την ζάχαρη, το αλεύρι, και το ξύσμα πορτοκαλιού-λεμονιού μέχρι να γίνει ένα ομοιόμορφο μίγμα. Πρόσθεσε τα αυγά και τους κρόκους, ένα ένα, έπειτα την βανίλια αναμιγνύοντας σιγά σιγά μέχρι κάθε υλικό να έχει διασπαστεί.

Βάλε την ειδική φόρμα για cheesecake με την κρούστα από μπισκότο σε ένα ρηχό ταψί. Πρόσθεσε την γέμιση μέχρι το ειδικό ταψί να γεμίσει και ψήσε στην μέση του φούρνου για 12 λεπτά ή μέχρι να αρχίσει να σκάει από πάνω ελαφρά. Μείωσε την θερμοκρασία στους 93 C και συνεχίζουμε το ψήσιμο μέχρι το μίγμα να γίνει ομοιόμορφο(το κέντρο θα είναι λίγο άψητο και αν κουνήσεις το ταψί θα κουνιέται), για περίπου μία ώρα ακόμα.

Άφησε το να κρυώσει, ελαφρώς σκεπασμένο με πετσέτα η τούλι ( χωρίς να ακουμπήσει τίποτα πάνω), για τουλάχιστον 6 ώρες.


Φράουλες για πάνω από Το cheesecake:
Υλικά
  • ½ κούπα και 2 κουταλιές της σούπας ζάχαρη
  • 1 κουταλιά της σούπας φρέσκος χυμός λεμονιού
  • ½ κιλό φράουλες
Προετοιμασία:

Πλένουμε και κόβουμε τις φράουλες. Βάλε τις φράουλες με την ζάχαρη σε ενα τιγάνι αντικολλητικό χωρίς όμως να ανάψεις το μάτι ακόμα. Χρησιμοποιώντας ένα πιρούνι, απαλά λιώσε τις πιο ώριμες φράουλες , όχι όλες .
Άναψε το μάτι σε μεσαία θερμοκρασία και άστο μέχρι να μαλακώσουν οι φράουλες, για περίπου 3 λεπτά. Αργότερα, απομάκρυνε το τηγάνι από το μάτι και ρίξε τον χυμό του λεμονιού και ανακάτεψε το. Μετέφερε το μίγμα σε ένα μικρό μπόλ και άφησέ το να κρυώσει τελείως. (Μπορεις να το κρατήσεις στο ψυγείο μέχρι και 2 μέρες καλά σκεπασμένο.)

** κούπα εννοώ το αμερικανικό μέτρημα


Καλή όρεξη !!!!!!!!!