You know how there are some things you just know you’ll never change? I’m talking about things that are just ingrained into your psyche. Big stuff such as how you like your eggs, what side of the bed you prefer to sleep on, and what kind of camera you use to take your most important… [read more]
5 Don’t Miss Free Resources on EverythingEtsy.com
Stop! Collaborate and listen. Ok, now that I’ve got your attention I’d like to take this opportunity to quickly point out a few free resources here on EverythingEtsy. Maybe one of them will grab ahold of you (tightly) or will lead you to a brand new invention. Free Etsy Banners Close to 100 free banners… [read more]
Creative Camps for Adults
Creative Camps for Adults Rock! Why should kids get to have all the fun?? Wouldn’t you love to go off for a week {or even a day…or a few hours…20 minutes?} and enjoy learning something new while hanging out with creative freaks like yourself? I know I would! We‘re spending most of our summer in… [read more]
How To Make a Blog Button or Etsy Banner Using PicMonkey
(don’t miss the video and free blank image downloads below!) One of the first things you need when you start blogging, selling online, or getting into social media, is a button or profile image. But wait, that’s not all… you’ll probably end-up needing dozens of images all over the place. For example: Etsy banners Facebook… [read more]
PicMonkey for Photo Editing
Have you tried PicMonkey yet? Take your product and blog photos and make them awesome! Picmonkey is ready to take the place of Picnik for all of your free photo editing needs. I’ve tried it…and I like it! 🙂 I’m a serious photo taker even if I can’t take my digital camera off of auto. … [read more]
6 Tips and Tools for Pinterest Lovers
Pinterest is by far the hottest site on the Internet at the moment. The site enjoys millions of visitors each week, sometimes more than one million in one day. That’s a lot. It’s no surprise that Pinterest is as successful as it is. The site appeals to our visual side, both in terms of visual… [read more]
Use Pinterest for Color Inspiration
Everyone can use a bit of color inspiration before you start a project! Have you checked out all the fabulous color palettes available on Pinterest? It’s a great way to decide on your Spring Collection colors or make sure the colors of yarn for your next scarf don’t clash…we can’t have that! {design work life}… [read more]
Handmade Label Printables {Free Downloads}
Handmade labels add a special touch to any gift or handmade creation you might sell on Etsy! Today we have a bunch of beautiful handmade labels for you to stick on everything you make. These were created by the talented designer, Cathe Holden. I’m a huge fan of hers so I’m thrilled to share these… [read more]
Doodle, Too! {2011 Online Class}
Here is what is included in the “Doodle, Too” Online Class: Password & Access to the protected “Doodle Too” website PDF files that total 27 pages of Inspiration The “Life is Good” Journal Class FIVE different Project Instruction Sheets FIVE different Technique Worksheets THREE pages of my favorite quotes, bible verses and inspiring words TWO… [read more]
Make Your Own Business Cards {Creative Marketing}
While looking for a picture to use in a recent post about how to share your etsy shop address, I came across this picture: At first (and second, and third) glance I thought: nice card. But just another nice card. No big deal really. Until I clicked through to the source website for the picture,… [read more]
5 Reasons to use Pinterest
If you haven’t had a chance to try out Pinterest yet, you should! What is Pinterest? A virtual corkboard that you pin your favorite photos to creating beautiful collections of things you love. 5 Reasons to Try Pinterest 1. Helllloooo…It’s fun! It’s kind of a stress reliever {like flipping through your favorite magazine} and who… [read more]
Getting Things Done {Etsy Business}
How do you stay organized? How do you keep from forgetting to pick up something you’ll need tomorrow while your out running errands? I know some of you are naturally organized…what an awesome trait. Let me just say that organization does not come easily for me! A few years ago my husband bought this book…… [read more]