2015

Sponsor Spotlight: Midnight Snack

We are so proud to tell you all that Midnight Snack, a longtime sponsor of Etsy Dallas, is again returning to support this year's Etsy Dallas JingleBash! Just looking at Christina's offerings is making me really, really hungry. If you haven't seen her items, you're about to understand!


Christina (most unfortunately!) will not be selling at this year's bash, as she will be roaming around, making sure everything is going smoothly. If you see her, make sure and say hello! She does a great deal for Etsy Dallas, and we sure do appreciate her!


You can follow her current adventures on Facebook. And make sure to come to the Southside Events Center at Gilley's Dallas on November 21st from 11 am to 6 pm for the Jingle Bash!

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We will be posting artist previews and other information on our blog, Facebook page, and Instagram account, so make sure you're following us for up-to-the-date information. We will be using the hashtags #etsydallas and #2015JingleBash for all event posts, so  follow along!

We can't wait to see you on November 21st!

Sponsor Spotlight: Regal Cottage

 

Hello, and welcome back to the Etsy Dallas Blog! We're so pleased and proud to welcome back our next Jingle Bash sponsor - Regal Cottage!


Regina Frydman, owner and designer, is the brainchild behind this super cute line of children's toys and gifts. However, Regal Cottage is truly a family affair. While Regina designs, illustrates, and sews all of her products, her husband loves woodworking and handles the bookkeeping, and their four kids are designated as the "in-house product review committee." And some Etsy Dallas members are also product testers – just ask Rori of MadeByRori!


Regina makes all products in her home studio from eco-friendly base materials, such as vegan leather and organic fabrics. She’s made a bunch of new items this past season that are crazy adorable, so be sure to stop by her booth!


You can see more of Regina's work on her Facebook page, her blog, and her Instagram account. And on November 21st, swing by the Southside Events Center at Gilley's Dallas from 11 am to 6 pm to see her in person!

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We will be posting artist previews and other information on our blog, Facebook page, and Instagram account, so make sure you're following us for up-to-the-date information. We will be using the hashtags #etsydallas and #2015JingleBash for all event posts, so follow along!

Sponsor Spotlight: K8 Made

Get excited – the Jingle Bash is quickly approaching! We have some fantastic sponsors, and one of this year’s returning sponsors is K8 Made, who makes really gorgeous bags and accessories. I can’t wait to see what new things she brings!

I know that this Navy Nautical Tote will be a big hit:


And this floral clutch is so cute!


Follow Kate on Instagram and Twitter to see behind-the-scenes action and previews of products she will be selling at the Bash at Gilley's Dallas on November 21st from 11 am to 6 pm.

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We will be posting artist previews and other information on our blog, Facebook page, and Instagram account, so make sure you're following us for up-to-the-date information. We will be using the hashtags #etsydallas and #2015JingleBash for all event posts, so follow along!

Sponsor Spotlight: Freckled Chicken


Hold onto your hats, ladies and gents, because another returning sponsor for this year's Etsy Dallas Jingle Bash is Freckled Chicken! The bus will be back!



Holly Hester, designer and owner, started Freckled Chicken in 2006. With over 25 years in the apparel industry, Holly found her true inspiration when her daughter, Avalon, was born. Ever since, she's been producing wholesome, comfortable children's clothing and accessories. Her designs are made for girls aged 12 months to 12 years, and the designs are seriously great. Holly has been working on releasing a whole new line of clothing, and there are some really unique designs coming to this year’s Bash.


You can see more of Holly's designs and sneak peeks on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and her blog. But even better – come to the Southside Events Center at Gilley's Dallas on November 21st from 11 am to 6 pm, and make sure to bring a reusable tote to haul all of your handmade goods home!

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We will be posting artist previews and other information about this year's Bash on our blog, Facebook page, and Instagram account, so make sure you're following us for up-to-the-moment information. We will be using the hashtags #etsydallas and #2015JingleBash for all event posts, so follow along!

Weekend Guide: 13th, 14th, and 15th, 2015

If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, you're in luck! Because we're running another post in our Weekend Guide series! This weekend, there are quite a few awesome shows to choose from. 

You could head over to the Moms In Action Christmas Market - 



Date: Saturday Nov 14th
Time: 9am-5pm
Location: First Baptist Church Grapevine, 301 E. Texas St, Grapevine, TX 76051
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Paddy Wick Lane


Or the Pigment Art Show -


Date: Friday Nov 13th and Saturday Nov 14th
Time: Fri 5:30-8:30pm, Sat 12-2pm
Location: Pigment School of the Arts, 605 W Lovers Ln Dallas, TX 75209
More Info

Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Wayne Works 

Or the LECPTA Auction Party -



Date: Friday Nov 13th
Time: 7:30-10pm
Location: Belo Mansion and Pavillion, 2101 Ross Ave, Dallas TX 75201
More Info 
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Kathleen Care Jewelry 


Or if you'd like drive a bit, head to Austin for the Junior League of Austin's 2015 Christmas Affair -



Date: Wednesday Nov 18th – Sunday Nov 22nd  
Time: Wed 6pm-7:30pm, Thurs 12pm-9pm, Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Location: Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Precious Little Tot 

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See you this weekend!!

Shop Spotlight: Kathleen Care Jewelry

As we gear up to the Jingle Bash in just 9 days, we're taking a teensy break from our regularly scheduled programming for another Shop Spotlight post. It's been a month or two, so if you're just joining us, let us recap for you!

Etsy Dallas is extremely proud of its members, and this summer, we decided to start a series of blog posts that highlights the various shops that make up our awesome team. We've interviewed some really wonderful makers - all of which you can see here.


This time around, we're showcasing Kathleen Care Jewelry - one of our longtime members.


What year did you open your shop? 2010
What is your shop's motto? Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. The more you leave out, the more you emphasize what you leave in.


What is your favorite item that you sell? My favorite item is my wire-weave earrings with garnets (see below). 


Fun fact about you: My greatest passion in life (besides family) is travel. I get a lot of inspiration from architectural lines. 


How did you get started? I wanted very specific wedding jewelry and couldn't find exactly what I wanted. I decided to make it myself. I designed my wedding ring (but didn't make it myself). I didn't have any experience or classwork in jewelry design and loved what I made. My friends started inquiring about my jewelry and 2 years later, I started my business. 


Anything else we should know? I am a very proud mother of twin girls. There is nothing in this world more important than my girls.

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Thank you so much, Kathleen! We're so happy to have you as a member!

To see more of Kathleen's work, you can swing by the Jingle Bash on November 21st, or you can follow her on any of her social media sites: Facebook // Instagram // Twitter

Sponsor Spotlight: InYourBones


As we gear up for this year's Jingle Bash, we are honored to continue showcasing this year's sponsors! 

This year, InYourBones is returning as both a vendor and a sponsor. Gabriela, owner and designer, takes enormous pride in producing one-of-a-kind (and most importantly, FUN) pieces. Her shop name is entirely inspired by her drive to create. When asked by a teacher why she does what she does, she once replied, "Well, when you're passionate about what you do, it's not just in your blood, it's in your bones." This passion drives her to make some truly fun products, and her success has spawned a whole other pursuit – supporting the Texas Husky Rescue. Many of her shows’ proceeds go directly to the rescue.



Check her out on Facebook, Instagram, and her blog, and be sure to stop by her booth on November 21st! She'll be selling her wares from 11 am to 6 pm at the Southside Events Center at Gilley's Dallas.

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We will be posting artist previews and other information about the Jingle Bash on our blog, Facebook page, and Instagram account, so make sure you're following us for up-to-the-moment information. We will be using the hashtags #etsydallas and #2015JingleBash for all event posts, so follow along!


See you there!


Weekend Guide: November 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2015

Hello, lovers of handmade! And welcome to another installment of our Weekend Guide series!

This weekend, we have two incredible shows to share with you. Seriously - this weekend is going to be AMAZING.

First up, we have the Northwest Bible Church MOPS Merry Market:


Date: Friday, November 6th
Time: 10:30 am to noon
Location: 8505 Douglas Avenue, Dallas, TX 75225
Participating Etsy Dallas Members:
Wayne Works


And last, but certainly not least, is the Dallas Flea:


Date: Saturday, November 7th
Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Trinity Groves, 2900 Bataan Street
Participating Etsy Dallas Members:
Wayne Works
Precious Little Tot
Paddy Wick Lane

Stop by The Flea for a huge assortment of really incredible makers - over 110 of them! 



Have a great weekend!

A Call for Volunteers!

Come lend a helping hand at this year's Jingle Bash!


Volunteering to help out at the Jingle Bash is a wonderful way to give back to our local handmade community. As a Jingle Bash volunteer, you will get a behind-the-scenes peek at all that goes into making the Jingle Bash come together. Volunteers work directly with the Jingle Bash artists to help with securing merchandise during load-in, load-out, decorating, greeting shoppers, artist breaks, and handing out the much-coveted Bash Bags. Volunteers receive a nifty t-shirt and volunteer hours that can be used toward school/university requirements.

Sound like the opportunity for you? Sign up here.

Weekend Guide: October 30th, 31st, and November 1st, 2015

Happy Halloween weekend, everybody! We're back with another Weekend Guide series post that is sure to keep the fun going before and after the epic sugar crash that is Halloween. If you're in the Richardson area this weekend, be sure to hit the JJ Pearce Pacesetter Holiday Bazaar!




Date: Saturday, October 31st, and Sunday, November 1st
Time: Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm; Sunday, 11 am - 5 pm
Location; JJ Pearce High School, 1600 N Coit Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
Participating Etsy Dallas Members:
The Pig and the Peacock
Olessya Jewelry Designs
Tread Studios

The 30th annual JJ Pearce Holiday Bazaar will host over 200 vendors, including some non-Etsy Dallas members that will be at the Jingle Bash like Shadow Box Inspirations, April Hiler Designs, and Lemon Glaze. 

Have fun this weekend, and stay safe!



Weekend Guide: October 23rd, 24th, and 25th, 2015

It's Friiiiiiidaaaaaaaaayyyyyy! Which means another weekend, and another Weekend Guide post! Don't let the rain spoil your plans - this weekend's show is inside. Talk about perfect timing!
This weekend, make your way a smidge east to Parker, Texas, for the Conception Art Show's Dallas debut. With exhibits in New York City, Philadelphia, Miami, and Europe, the contemporary art show has been featured in the Wall St Journal, Paper Magazine, and ABC News. The show will present the work of emerging to established artists directly to collectors and art enthusiasts, allowing them the opportunity to purchase work directly from the artist at the tipping point of their career.

This weekend's show will feature over 50 national and international artists and designers, including Etsy Dallas' own Wayne Works.

Here are the details:
Conception Art Show
Date: Saturday, October 24th
Time: 7 pm - 11 pm
Location: Southfork Ranch, 3700 Hogge Road, Parker, Texas


We hope to see you there!

Weekend Guide: October 16th, 17th, and 18th, 2015

Hello hello again! What a fantastic week we've been having in Dallas! This fall has been getting better and better. And what is a more fun way to enjoy the season than to post another installment of our Weekend Guide series? In case you're just hearing about this, each week, Etsy Dallas will cover any fun, local happenings featuring Etsy Dallas makers. Last week was our first post back, and we're excited to keep it going!

This weekend, head down to the Bishop Arts District for the Urban Bazaar on Bishop, hosted by Little D Markets.



Date: Saturday, October 17th
Time: 12 pm - 8 pm
Location: Bishop Arts District (near Davis and Bishop in Dallas, 75201)
Participating Etsy Dallas Members:
Paddy Wick Lane
Dowdy Studio
Freckled Chicken
Both Hands Studio
The Letter Lounge

These are just a handful of the large list of local makers! In addition to the incredible shopping, enjoy treats from Steel City Pops, Casa Masa Tamales, Jar Cakery, and Tribal Juice - not to mention all of the incredible restaurants and cafes in the Bishop Arts District.

There will also be live entertainment and activities including:
+ A reading and vinyl nook by Wild Detectives
+ Nail art by Ms. Pattycake
+ Spenser Liszt and His Disciples at 12 pm
+ Ryan Berg at 1:30 pm
+ Garrett Owen at 3 pm
+ Carter Davis at 5 pm

Weekend Guide: October 9th, 10th, and 11th, 2015

Well helloooooooooooooooo, fall! Pumpkin spice is in the air (pretty much anywhere you look, am I right?), the heat has finally broken, and we're finally wearing shirts with sleeves again! Which means, we are MORE than excited to go out and do more things.

With that in mind, we're bringing back our Weekend Guide series. Each week, we'll do a post of fun, local happenings featuring Etsy Dallas makers. So get excited - this fall is going to be a blast!

First up, the Fort Worth Arts Goggle:


Arts Goggle in Fort Worth 
Date: Saturday, Oct 10th
Time: 12 pm-10 pm
Location: Near Southside, 1606 Mistletoe Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Wayne Works


Also happening, and *almost* local: 


The Junk Hippy in OKC
Date: Saturday, Oct 10th
Time: 9 am-6 pm
Location: Cox Pavilion at the Oklahoma State Fair Park
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/JunkHippy
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Lawless Souls


We hope to see you there! Have a fun and safe weekend, everybody!

xo
Etsy Dallas

Shop Spotlight: Lawless Souls

 Hello, again, and welcome back to our weekly installment of our Shop Spotlight Series! This week, we're featuring another new member, Lawless Souls. Nickie Feddersen and Desiree Reid create fun and cute clothing for women featuring music lyrics.

Let's get started!



What year did you open your shop? 2014
What is your shop's motto? Live in the Lyrics
What is your favorite item that you sell? Women's vintage-inspired clothing that is inspired by music.
Fun fact about you: We met in college at Oklahoma State in 1996.
How did you get started? Lawless Souls was born out of a late-night phone conversation of us talking about how many unwearable concert tee shirts we own because they are all ill-fitting and ugly! We set out to create a way for women and girls to express themselves and still look amazing.
Anything else we should know? We both LOVE and are inspired by vintage items - be it clothing, jewelry, or furniture. We are inspired by the same "vintage" music!


Thanks, ladies! Your stuff is really, really great!


To learn more about Lawless Souls, you can check them out on their other sites: Web // Facebook // Twitter // Pinterest // Instagram


 

Applications for Jingle Bash 2015 Now Open!

GET EXCITED, EVERYONE! We are now accepting applications for this year's annual Jingle Bash!

This year's Bash will again be at the South Side Event Center at Gilley's Dallas on November 21st from 11 am to 6 pm. It's a seriously great show with a LOT of traffic!


If you're an artist and you would like to be considered as a vendor, you can click this link to apply. We're accepting applications from August 9th - 30th. And please do apply! We're always looking for great makers to participate, and you don't have to be local to Dallas or an Etsy Dallas member. We love to hear from anyone and everyone!

Thanks so much, and good luck!


xo,
The Etsy Dallas Team

Shop Spotlight: Unboxed Studio

Good afternoon, everyone! We here at Etsy Dallas hope your summer is going well (it's ending far too soon in our opinion)! But we're also looking forward to crunchy leaves, comfort food, and cooler weather (especially after this past week!). 

We're back with our weekly post in our Shop Spotlight Series. We're so happy to introduce you to Unboxed Studio, a jewelry line designed and created by Jennifer Latham. Jennifer creates unique jewelry for pop culture fans and beyond. 

Beaded Tassel Bracelet

What year did you open your shop? 2014
What is your shop's motto? Fan-inspired jewelry for the modern geek!


Gold Bangle with Wire Wrapped Silver Quartz Stone

I Would Walk Into Mordor Scrabble Tile Necklace

What is your favorite item that you sell? My miniature bottle necklaces.


Miniature Phone Box in a Bottle Necklace

Fun fact about you: I'm a HUGE Dr. Who fan!


Silver Bangle with Wire Wrapped Purple Stone

 How did you get started? As a fan of a lot of pop culture, I found there was a huge void of modest and high-quality options out there for an affordable price.


Thanks so much, Jennifer! Your pieces are beautiful!


To find out more about Jennifer, you can also check out her Facebook page.



 

Shop Spotlight: Curious & Fanciful

Hello, everybody, and welcome to another installation of our Shop Spotlight series! This week we are featuring Curious & Fanciful, a truly unique shop with incredible hand-painted and letterpress designs.


 What year did you open your shop? 2008
What is your shop's motto? Live Long and Prosper

One of Katrina's letterpress designs.

 What is your favorite item that you sell? For my large shows, especially Jingle Bash, I make 4 or 5 glass shadow boxes to sell. They are very unique gifts. I reproduce my feather and butterfly paintings, cut them out, and shape them to look real. I then mount them in hand-crafted glass boxes to hang on the wall. People can't believe they are paper!

A butterfly in-process

The finished 3-D paper butterfly

Watercolor feathers

What is a fun fact about you? I can write with my toes!

Katrina spends much of her free time painting larger canvas pieces.

How did you get started? I grew up in a small town and never had the opportunity to be involved in art classes because my electives were filled up with band and journalism. When I moved to Denton to study interior design at UNT, I learned that I had quite a bit of catching up to do. I had always loved doodling, but never considered it my calling. Suddenly, I was immersed in fine arts classes studying drawing, design, and computers in art, model making, color theory, and print making. I even did some study abroad in the Czech Republic to learn about Mucha, Art Nouveau, and architecture. I also learned a lot about beer, and got engaged!

When I returned home, I decided to change my major to Art History, and began planning my wedding. I fell head over heels for letterpress wedding invitations and HAD to have them. Better yet, I had to make my own. Better yet, this is what I could do after college! One thing lead to another, and before I knew it, I had convinced my future husband and father to take a road trip to Kansas City to purchase a Chandler & Price letterpress made in 1897.

I graduated with a degree in Interdisciplinary Arts & Design Studies because I truly studied a little bit of everything to try and find my niche. What I found was that I am passionately curious about learning new art mediums. I am curious and fanciful, and my shop is all about different types of art and what you can do with a little bit of practice and courage.


Thanks so much, Katrina! What a wonderful insight into your life as an artist. We're so glad to have you along as a team member!


You can find out more about Curious & Fanciful on her social media sites: Twitter // Instagram // Web // Blog



Shop Spotlight:EstieMade

Another Monday, another Shop Spotlight post! This week, we're featuring Etsy Dallas Team Member EstieMade. Esther Kao, owner and designer, creates unique, modern, and versatile jewelry pieces that will last you a lifetime.

EstieMade Aquamarine Half Moon Ring

What year did you start your shop? 2011
What is your shop's motto? Simple + wearable jewelry that is elegant enough for everyday wear.


EstieMade Dainty Tourmaline Rope Ring

What is your favorite item that you sell? Rings!
Fun fact about you: I rarely buy clothes - I spend my money on jewelry supplies instead!

EstieMade Geometric Stacking Bracelets

How did you get started? My first jewelry pieces were necklaces for my bridesmaids in 2009, and from there I got hooked on making jewelry. 


EstieMade Hand-Textured 14k Gold Stacking Rings

Anything else we should know about you? I have a background in graphic design and advertising, which has come in handy for developing my Etsy shop and branding.

EstieMade Triangle Malachite Necklace

Thank you so much, Esther! Your pieces are truly beautiful, and we're proud to have you on the team!

If you would like to know more about EstieMade, you can check out her other social media sites. And I definitely would, if I were you - she's usually posting some killer sneak peeks of upcoming designs and behind-the-scenes shots of her process!

Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // Web

2nd Annual Crafts for Crayons School Supply Drive and Craft Event


Want to make a difference in a young girl's life? Join Etsy Dallas at the 2nd Annual Crafts for Crayons event on Saturday, August 1st, at the NorthPark Center. 

For a donation of school or art supplies, you can have a fun afternoon crafting away with your friends or kids. And bonus - you get to take your crafts with you when you leave!

You can find us in the NorthCourt between Nordstrom and Macy's from 1-5 pm - it's sure to be a blast!


All donations will benefit Girls, Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas, a philanthropy whose goal is to empower girls to be come strong, smart, and bold women who positively contribute to our communities and who understand, value, and assert their rights. Girls, Inc. teaches leadership and gives girls the tools to change their situation. 

Their programming includes such activities as: 
Last year, we raised over $2,000 in addition to bags and bags of school and art supplies for the organization, and we hope to exceed that this year! Your donations help ease the burden on teachers to provide their own supplies (much of which comes out of their own pockets) and give girls the tools they need to succeed in the classroom. You will be directly affecting change in your own community!

So please come and join us for what is guaranteed to be a great afternoon of camaraderie, crafting, and community improvement - we can't wait!


For more information about Girls, Inc., you can visit girlsincdallas.org, or on any of these social media sites: Twitter // Pinterest // Tumblr // Instagram


Shop Spotlight: Expressions Bracelets

Hullo, and welcome back to our weekly Shop Spotlight series! We are so proud of all of our team members and are thrilled to continue showcasing their amazingness.

This week, we are highlighting Expressions Bracelets. Owner SaRatta Reeves is a Jack (well, Jane)-of-all-trades with a tangible love for life and helping others. She sells unique, personalized jewelry with the intention of helping the wearer express his or her true self.








What year did you open? 2012

What is your shop's motto? Freedom to Express Your Style

What is your favorite item that you sell? Personalized engraved cuffs.


Fun fact about you: I am a spoken word artist (poet).

How did you get started? After experiencing two corporate layoffs within two years, I began looking for a different career. I created bracelets for my niece's Autism Walk, and since they were a big hit, I turned it into a business. A portion of our sales go to Autism Awareness.

Anything else we should know? I spent ten years as a public speaker.


Thanks, SaRatta! We love your pieces and your mission -  thanks for being a team member!


You can follow Expressions Bracelets on the following social media sites:
Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // Blog