From the monthly archives:

June 2009

20 Ways to Promote Your Etsy Shop with Discounts

June 30, 2009

Do you want to increase your sales and profits? I know that’s a no-brainer question, but are you doing anything to promote your sales? Having a great product is a start, but you have to sell it to be successful!
Discount codes and sales are a popular way to help someone go from a “maybe later” [...]

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A Sweet Giveaway! {Cupcakes in a Jar}

June 29, 2009

Cupcakes in a Jar is an Etsy shop full of sweet treats!
It has been one of my favorite Etsy shops since I tried the Chocolate Covered Marshmallow last Christmas. They were so amazing that I ordered boxes and boxes for gifts.
Here are a few other goodies from Cupcakes in a Jar…try not to drool on [...]

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Martha Stewart’s Craft Studio

June 22, 2009

Have you ever been curious about Martha Stewart’s craft studio?
Well, here it is…

Martha Stewart has a craft studio in her attic. It’s so spacious! What would you do with all this room? I’m sure I could fill up this space, and I love all the natural lighting.

The color of the desk and the small drawers are great! [...]

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How Does Your Garden Grow? {Terrarium Giveaway}

June 17, 2009

Have you seen these wonderful terrariums from Dew Garden Crafts? The thought of growing a little garden has always been interesting to me. I remember getting a terrarium kit with a plastic container when I was little. Things have changed! Look at these amazing gardens…

This is a vintage silver plated carafe with a garden of pillow [...]

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Organize Your Craft Supplies

June 15, 2009

I love to find great new ways to organize all my craft supplies. Having an Etsy shop keeps me busy, and I like to have everything where I can find it. Why not organize it in a pretty way? Here’s some great ideas that I ran across the other day. I know there are some scrapbooking [...]

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Inspiration on Etsy

June 14, 2009

This is an original painting from The Old Post Road.
It’s beautiful and inspiring…it speaks for itself don’t you think?

YahYa Land has this print available. It would be great for a teen’s room!

Mosaic Cross Printable Stationery from Purple Lemon Designs. This is on my wish list for sure!
Original inspiring art is easy to find on Etsy. What [...]

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Embroidery Rocks! {Sublime Stitching Giveaway}

June 8, 2009

Embroidery has taken a turn towards the modern side of things, thanks to Sublime Stitching!
Awhile back I purchased an embroidery kit by Jenny Hart {founder of Sublime Stitching}, and I fell in love with embroidery. I like small projects, ya know, something that takes an hour or two and you’ve created something pretty. This works [...]

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Creative Finds

June 6, 2009

I’ve met so many creative people lately, and I just have to share some of their creations with you! It’s like when you find your favorite shoes marked 70% off and you can’t help but tell everyone you know about your discovery. So here goes…

Our first stop is Whimsical Creations by Melanie. Don’t you love [...]

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DIY Craft Studio Desk

June 4, 2009

I know a good percentage of Everything Etsy readers love anyting you can create yourself, so here’s a fun project for you.
Jan at Janniepie Crafts made this wonderful DIY craft desk and she shows you the step-by-step instructions on her blog. There’s even a cost and materials list that is sure to help you budget your [...]

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Domestic Fashionista is in the House! {Guest Post}

June 2, 2009

Today we have a super duper crafty girl guest posting. It’s the Domestic Fashionista herself, Ashley! She always turns simple steps into “simply beautiful!”

When I was a little girl I loved making my own handmade decorations and craft projects. Since then my passion for crafting has not only grown but grown up. I am often inspired [...]