It’s been one of those action packed holidays around here and I am looking forward to the routine of a normal week again! I hope you had a wonderful time with friends and family! I, of course, started a new project in the middle of everything that was going on…ha! I always want to crochet… [read more]
Archives for 2011
Organize Your Craft Room
I would love a craft room that’s organized and functional for every craft idea I come up with, but I REALLY want it to be beautiful! I don’t care if it’s a closet or an attic! I crave the inspiration that comes from sitting in a space that makes me feel creative and happy. So,… [read more]
Napkins Make Great Gifts {Embroidery Tutorial}
Hand embroidered dish towels are one of my favorite things! There’s a vintage feel to them that adds a little character to the kitchen. Stitchin’ Retro, by Leisure Arts, will be able to keep me busy with over 150 designs inspired by vintage linens from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60s. Wow…how cool! Each design… [read more]
Need Last Minute Gifts? Make Them!
I can’t handle the crowds at the mall this week, so I’m planning on making a few gifts for the people left on my list. Target felt like a war zone today and I don’t want to go back. Handmade gifts are really the best way to go! Here are enough ideas to make anyone… [read more]
Successful Prospecting on Etsy
The Internet has been likened to a gold rush and it’s really not a bad analogy. The truth is, there are thousands of ways to make money online. Some are better than others and there are lots of people trying to hit the mother lode. The truth is that the majority of successful Gold Rush… [read more]
Felt Christmas Ornaments
This year I decided to decorate a small Christmas tree with some sweet little hand stitched felt ornaments. I’m even making some to top off gifts, and they’re always great to mail to friends during the holidays. I sent out three today! I planning to add a bit of felt garland, but I thought I’d… [read more]
Gift Wrap Inspiration + Printable Gift Wrap = Stunning Packages
Everyone loves to receive pretty packages! Wrapping with style doesn’t have to cost much and it’s a great way to tell someone you care. Oh, and don’t pretty gifts under the tree look stunning?? Love that! This is the first year I’ve thought about printing wrapping paper. Check out this printable gift wrap from Creature… [read more]
Winter Wonderland {Etsy Love}
Get in the spirit of the season with a bit of handmade “Winter Wonderland” goodness! It’s the time of year when I dream of snowflakes and hot cocoa. I KNOW I’m dreaming when I start in with snowflakes because I live in Florida. Ha! Enjoy these beautiful wintery Etsy finds… {Skyejuice} {The Gingham Owl} {Sunbasilgarden}… [read more]
How to Pick a Giveaway Winner in WordPress
We do quite a few giveaways here at Everything Etsy so the process of picking a winner has become kind of second nature. But I remember a time when I really didn’t know where to begin, so I thought I’d share the process for anyone who might be at that point. Comments Numbers are Key!… [read more]
Bundle Up For More Sales {Etsy Tips}
Bundle up! No, I don’t mean put on a sweater. I mean bundle up your items to sell! You see it all the time in the stores and fast food restaurants. Everyone loves a great deal, so offer your customers a great deal by bundles! It may help increase your sales at the same time…that’s… [read more]
From Felt to Fabulous – 34 Felt Patterns {My New Book}
Let me introduce my new book of sweet little felt patterns…From Felt to Fabulous! I’m super excited about it! When I started my Etsy shop full of felt goodies back in 2008 I had no idea I would eventually have a book published with many of my popular designs. My very first item ever was… [read more]
Felt Christmas Trees & Ornament Exchange
Wool felt is one of my all-time favorite things to play around with when I’m in a creative mood. The holiday spirit is starting to kick in around here and this is what I was working on over the weekend…felt Christmas trees! Don’t you love the colors?! It doesn’t all have to be red, green… [read more]
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