Show + Tell: Silla Soup + Darby


I bet you didn't know that Silla Soup's little darling daughter was so famous this summer. This little fashion model was all over the place.
Here she is sporting Silla Soup's Classy beaded flower clip. You can find it here in her Etsy Shop.
Then she had a big modeling gig on Good Morning Texas where she flaunted the latest back to school trends.
Check out the whole video here

And there she is again on the Aggie Hill website showing off more of her adorableness!

Happy 3rd Birthday, Etsy Dallas!


These past three years in Etsy Dallas have been a rollercoaster ride of awesome-ness. Friendships have been forged, businesses have grown, and the handmade movement in Dallas has blossomed thanks in large part to the volunteer efforts of Etsy Dallas members, both past and present.

To celebrate, several Etsy Dallas members have decided to offer up sales in their Etsy shops. These deals and discounts will run from now until the end of October. At checkout, enter the special code ED3BDay to take advantage of these deals. Happy Birthday Etsy Dallas!!


Karmacrochet - http://www.karmacrochet.etsy.com/
Free worldwide shipping for orders over $25 (refunded via PayPal)


tefi - http://www.tefi.etsy.com/
Free US shipping on Fabric Yoyo Sculpture necklaces


maggie may i - http://www.maggiemayi.etsy.com/
Free 24" Silver ball chain necklace with any pendant purchase


Oh Louise! - http://www.ohlouisedesigns.etsy.com/
Free shipping in the US & Canada on all orders over $25 (refunded via PayPal)


Color Box Design + Letterpress - http://www.colorboxdesign.etsy.com/
Free worldwide shipping for orders over $40 (refunded via PayPal)


Chet Philips Illustration - http://www.chetart.etsy.com/
Free worldwide shipping for orders over $25 (refunded via PayPal)


Free worldwide shipping on all branches (excludes wreaths and potted plants)


Three Yellow Starfish - www.threeyellowstarfish.etsy.com
10% off before shipping refunded via Paypal


Silla Soup - www.sillasoup.etsy.com
Free worldwide shipping for orders over $25 (refunded via PayPal)


eye on the sparrow - www.sparrowc.etsy.com
Free guitar string keychain from the American Fuse with each

Alicia Colina-Ashby - www.laalicia.etsy.com
Free shipping in the US & Canada on all orders over $25 (refunded via PayPal).

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide: Sept 25-26


Fall on the Mound is the primary fundraiser for Trietsch’s Women’s Ministries, which donates to the Methodist Children’s Homes, provides scholarships for students, helps pay for church childcare services, and other missions voted on by the council. More than 100 artists, jewelers and craft vendors will display their handmade works for sale.

Date: Sept 25th
Time: 9AM - 4PM
Location: Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church in Flower Mound
More info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: silla soup, maggie may i




Join numerous fine artists, uptown galleries, restaurants and shops at All About Uptown

Date: Sept 25th
Time: noon – 10:30PM
Location: Fairmount St in Uptown, Dallas.
more info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: Kessler Craftsman

Show + Tell: Dora + Mama Dees Boutique


Dora from Mama Dees Boutique had a busy fun summer out with all her critters. Here's her photo journal to capture the highlights.

played in the water


created new characters. CUTE!

watched fireworks

and enjoyed some outdoor concerts.

Make sure you check out more of Mama Dees Boutique's adorable critters in her Etsy shop, follow her blog for even more cuteness, and come by and say hello at the 3rd Annual Jingle Bash on November 20th at the Palladium.

Show and Tell: Margaret and Dakota


Meet Margaret, the official cutie pie behind Three Yellow Starfish, who makes adorable clothing for kids and baby. She says she was freakishly swamped with online orders this summer, but she did have a few chances to take a break and have some fun. Let's see what she did this summer.

Margaret at the Dustbowl Arts Market in Norman, Oklahoma.

Margaret's handy helper was there too!

Margaret debuted her adorable new knot dresses this summer.

She's really good at mixing fabrics and colors! This is one reason why we heart her.

Three Yellow Starfish also presented her amazing items at the White Rock Local Market, and will be at the Jingle Bash November 20th! So for all of you looking to give those little ones in your life cute little gifts, find Margaret and check out her wares.

As a nice break Margaret and her friends enjoyed some yummy
Polish dishes at For You Cafe in Plano.

Dakota, Margaret's son, Dakota was also the ring bearer at her brother-in-law's wedding.

Handsome!

posted by Pamela Michelle

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide: Sept 11-12





A mix of Fine Art and Jazz. See Stanley Clark and other jazz greats amid 100 juried fine artists.


date: Fri & Sat, Sept 11-12
time: Fri 4:pm – 11pm; Sat 12pm – 11pm
location: Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth
more info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas!







date: Sat, Sept 11
time: 9am - 4pm
location: South Side on Lamar
More info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas!


Renegade Chicago
date: Fri & Sat, Sept 11-12
time: Fri 4:pm – 11pm; Sat 12pm – 11pm
location: Camp Bowie Boulevard, Fort Worth
more info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas!



And our Austin friends

Category Spotlight: Accessories

I love a great accessory! It can make an old sweater feel a little prettier, hide a bad hair day, and put some bling just about anywhere. A great accessory is something that can express something unique about you, or be a fun way to try a little bit of fad and fashion. Etsy Dallas is full of amazing artisans of almost any kind of accessory you can think of, and a few you probably couldn't even imagine. Check out these great Etsy Dallas members who fall in our Accessories category!

This yummy knit scarf by Karmacrochet is definitely on my list for fall.

These clips by LaAlicia are wonderful! I love upcycled items that are smart and adorable.

How about an accessory that can keep you warm AND make you look great? I'm in love with these ruffles by ModestAmbition.

What girl doesn't love a flower in her hair? I'm smitten with these adorable clips from SillaSoup.

I love adding some punch & personality with feather fascinators by Tara to the T.

I love a great owl! How about this adorable little pendant from Superchica?

With so many great options for accessories made by the members of Etsy Dallas, there are endless ways to express yourself fashionably!

by Megan of Harrilu

Show and Tell: Brodie and David



Since school has kicked back in and summer is changing into fall (well for at least this week), we over here at Etsy Dallas thought it would be fun to do a little Show + Tell about our summers. So everyone gather around and sit in a circle on the floor and let's see to what Brodie and David did during their summers.

Meet Brodie (below). Brodie is the feline friend of talented Etsy Dallas member, Jingle Bash artist and illustrator Chet Phillips. This summer Brodie kept a diary of his wild summer adventures.

What I did on my summer vacation by Brodie Phillips a.k.a. ChetArt mascot

June:

Despite warmish temperatures, I was indeed capable of a healthy dose of outdoor naps throughout June, replete in my owner-fashioned swing with pillow accessory. Neighborhood dogs kept barking to a minimum and my sister, Lily, gratefully kept her distance.


July:

Summer heat persists, requiring inventive nap techniques. The monkey grass provides a small amount of relief and the appropriate privacy needed to escape Lily's constant demands. I'm sure it will grow back properly with time. Ignorant neighborhood dogs continue to bark at cicadas, to little effect in calming their maddening cellophane drone.

August:

With continuous temperatures in the triple digits and a heat index that would melt paint off the side of the house, I grudgingly retreat to the cooler environment of the house. My attempts to sleep are continually interrupted by Lily's requests to play the games "name that bird" and "what's that squirrel doing now?"



What I did this summer with David of Ferrochie

David, the master designer of wood, used his weapons of choice this summer to create an oversized collection of chess pieces for his shop. We hear the Bishop is still a work in progress, but with all that detail on the Knight, we don't blame him.

You can find the Pawn in the Ferrochie Etsy shop, and see them in person and meet David at the Jingle Bash on November 20th at the Palladium in Dallas,TX.


Weekend Guide: Sept 4-5



Our sister team, Etsy Fort Worth, is putting on their first show this weekend and many of our talented Etsy Dallas members will be selling there goodies. Be sure to stop by and say hello, partake in handmade shopping and enjoy some live music, raffles, free goody bags and so much more!

And one of our favorite Jingle Bash vendors from Denton, TX:

Date: Sat, Sept 4th
Time: 9am-6pm
Location: Will Rodgers/the Round Up Inn
more info: click here

Back-to-School

I love this time of year.There is something so special about the smell of new pencils, backpacks, and the great memories of picking out new great stuff for school. While I don't have to wait in the drop off/pick up lines or shop for supplies myself, I definitely take every opportunity to shop. It's a great time to find new cool stuff, fun supplies, and great deals.

Etsy would have been my favorite place (if it had been around) to pick up new gear. I can not tell you the number of lip balm's I'd lose at the bottom of my backpack along with my keys-- I love this solution by Karmacrochet.

Could you get a more perfect bag for back-to-school? Check out this great messenger bag by Cut out and Collect

The answer to a personalized bookcover- for your laptop. These vinyl decals sized perfectly for a laptop by One Up Designs are great! Who could resist a chimp?

Checkout this bookcover by Nerdbomber that is the perfect size for paperbacks! My high school self could have really used this, in fact if my copy of "Old Man and the Sea" would weep if it saw that it could have remained in-tact. ;)

All I can think when shopping Alicia Colina-Ashby is that I really wish she could have been a buddy of mine when trying to pass a note ;). I'm in love with the intricate folds and amazing accessories-- like this pouch (which would definitely be great for all the little bits that float around a book bag)

Who doesn't want to look great the first day of school (and really all the days). These earrings from superchica are super sweet.

This necklace by Haute Hardware would perk up any outfit with a great pop of color

Definitely check out all of Etsy Dallas for great back to school items. From shirts, accessories, to paper goods, personal care, and more I think you could find a little something beautiful and original just in time for back-to-school. Happy Shopping!

posted by Megan of Harrilu

Search Safari



When was the last time you used the search term "EtsyDallas2010"? We use this tag to mark our items so that you can shop with out team members on Etsy! I found these little gems just doing a quick search. I thought they would make adorable and affordable late-summer "sorry you have to go back to school soon" gifts for teachers and students alike.

Cuttlefish Felt Patch by Nerdbomber, $5
Heidi Bobby Pins by Modest Ambition, $5
Bee Beau Brooch by La Alicia, $18
Perfect Peacock Clip by SillaSoup, $12
Botanical Coffee Cozie by OneUpDesign, $15
Shark Soap by The Pig And The Peacock, $3.50

Hmm...What to do with Stale Bread?

Dearest readers - My how our blog has gotten stale! It's like that piece of Wonder bread at the back of your pantry that everyone forgot about.... Our only excuse is that we have been up to our eyeballs in Jingle Bash applications, planning, etc. etc. (This show is going to ROCK!) So, with our focus back on our blog, I thought it'd be fun to ask my fellow teamies: What do you do with stale bread? Here's what they said:

"We use stale bread to make bread crumbs. And in Poland, we give it to babies who are teething. Under strict parental supervision of course!"

Maggie, maggie may i
"Watch my husband eat it. Seriously, that man will eat anything! He says as long as it smells good it's okay. And apparently stale bread does not smell bad. Neither did the sour cream that was way past its expiration date. And yes, I know the fastest way to get to the hospital just in case."

Alicia, La Alicia
"My fave thing to do with stale bread is feed it to the birds and ducks while I watch them."

Silla, silla soup
"Whiskey sauce bread pudding. Dunno what we're eating for dinner tonight, but I gots me an idea for dessert!" CLICK HERE FOR RECIPE

And my answer:
"Why not use it in drywall? Go green! (Right? No?)"

posted by Stephanie of tefi

Weekend Guide: Wednesday Pool Party


This isn't really a Weekend Guide, because this great Etsy Dallas member event is actually on Wednesday, but hey, it's like a little weekend break in the middle of the week, so it works. See you there!

Etsy Dallas designer Tara Tonini of Tara to the T will be showing off her new swimsuit line at the Belmont Hotel in Oak Cliff next Wednesday. Join in on the fun and enjoy poolside cocktails, tunes and a very swanky show. Also learn more about Tara Tonini in this Quick DFW article.

posted by Pamela Michelle

Applications Are Now Available



Hey artists, the 3rd Annual Jingle Bash is now accepting applications for artists. The Jingle Bash is a handmade only show that will include over 50 artists for holiday shopping, DIY crafts, drinks, an Etsy Dallas photo booth, and all the holiday party you could want.

Artist Applications will be available from July 12th - 27th on the Handmade Bash website.
For those of you who are ready to party with Etsy Dallas and over 50 amazing artists, mark those calendars for November 20th. We can't wait to see you!


Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide: July 9-11




Date: Friday, July 9
Time: 8pm -12am
More info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: Eye on the Sparrow



Local food, local goods and local friends are what make our community special. Facilitating the sale of fresh and nutritious produce, meat and dairy, breads, and artisan foods is a solid step to strengthening our community. But not just food – we also introduce vendors selling their art, pottery, clothes and more.

Date: Saturday, July 10
Time: 8am-12pm
Location: The Green Spot. 702 Buckner Blvd. Dallas TX 75218
More info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: Eye on the Sparrow Designs




Date: July 10 - 11
Time: Seating starts at 7, show starts at 8:15
Location: Samuell-Grand Park Dallas
More info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: Signifying Not

Category Spotlight: Edibles, Pets + Pottery

What do edibles, pets and pottery all have in common? A select few of Etsy Dallas' members make some awesome products in these categories, and you don't want to miss them!

Etsy Dallas has one lone member in the Pets category, but you won't be disappointed. Oh So Micro is oh-so-macro in style! As a cat owner, I've never considered clothing for my furry friends, not wanting to end up with bandages all over myself. But Emalie's cute outfits might just make me rethink the issue. Oh So Micro has über cute outfits for small dogs. There are so many, I can't focus on just a few. Oh so adorable!


On to the Etsy Dallas Edibles - but it's really more like drinkables! Downtown Roasters is run by Thomas Horton straight out of his coffee shop in Arlington (Coffeehaus Downtown). Now I'm not a coffee drinker myself (I know, call me weird), but I do love the smell. I have had a mean cup of tea at the Coffeehaus, so I'm going to call myself a semi-expert on the subject. Fair trade coffee beans roasted by hand = what's not to love? Choose from Colombian Dark Roast, Papua New Guinea, Caramel Creme, Dark Maple, Italian Roast, and more...smells great to me!


Now let's visit the pottery section of Etsy Dallas starring two talented potters! First up is Both Hands Studio by Lynn Wilkes Armstrong. I love this little mirror! It brings grandma's crochet doily into the modern era. The combination of the texture of the crochet pressed into the clay is perfect in my book, and lends a friendly note to both modern and traditional homes. And this vase by Both Hands Studio is so unusual, it stands alone. You won't even want to put flowers in it!


The other talented pottery member on our team, Jill Whitfield of Rimrock View Studio, makes clay items with a fresh look. I just love this cute little leaf pendant, and Jill's Ikebana vase is so unusual and lovely.


I hope you enjoyed this "tour" of Etsy Dallas members in the Edibles, Pets and Pottery categories! Check out our other talented members HERE.

by Rhonda of Color Box Design

Dang, It's Hot! Team Sale Event


The weather in Texas is hot and we've decided that's a perfect reason to have a team sale. We are officially announcing the "Dang, It's Hot Sale!" - a fun opportunity to find a great deals from your fave Etsy Dallas artists. Get comfy in the air conditioning and shop handmade with these fun summer deals!


Tefi Designs - free domestic shipping on Clearance items







Color Box Design - Free US shipping







Pamela MIchelle - Free Shipping (US & Canada only)







Cut Out and Collect - free US shipping







XY Factory - Free Shipping







Modest Ambition -Free shipping US + Canada







ChetArt - Free U.S. Shipping on all prints







bonnybeads - $5 rebate on all purchases of $20 or more (before shipping/tax) AND free shipping to the U.S.






LaAlicia - $5 rebate via paypal on any size purse purchase







The Miscellany - $3 off prints, 2 for $40 necklaces







Pig &the Peacock - 20% off purchases of $20 or more (before shipping)







KarmaCrochet - 5 Scrabble pendants for $20 & Free Shipping
(US & Canada only)






paperfingers - 3 alphabet prints for the price of 2 sale
(great time to get your kiddo's initials!)
Dowdy Studio - twenty one dollar tee sale







Eye on the Sparrow - Free guitar string keychain from
The American Fuse and eye on the sparrow designs
koozie with each order!





MaggieMayI - Free 18" Ball Chain Necklace With Each Pendant Purchase







Jane Joss - 20% off all items before shipping










Ferrochie - 10% off all orders




Signifying Not - Crew necks 2 for $35, V necks 2 for $38







HAPPY SHOPPING!

posted by Alicia Colina-Ashby, a.k.a. Laalicia

Supplies Me! Sale Recap


Last Saturday, Etsy Dallas presented the first ever "Supplies Me! Art + Craft Supply Sale" in the Blue Room at South Side on Lamar. It was a big hit! Ten Etsy Dallas members sold art and craft supplies from their personal stashes to the general public.

Thanks to a mention in The Dallas Morning News, we had a great early crowd! Shoppers were treated to a wide variety of fabrics, yarns, notions, papers, beads and unique finds at garage sale prices.

In addition to each vendor having their own table, Etsy Dallas had a table with goods donated from the team. Proceeds from the sales from the team table went to Captain Hope's Kids. Leftover art and craft supplies from the team table and from all the vendors were rounded up at the end as donations. In addition, Make Shop and Studio joined in on the fun, donating items for the free raffle including $15 coupons and one free class!




We're proud to say that we donated $218.97 and collected 10 bags of art and craft supplies for Captain Hope's Kids, a nonprofit organization that provides clothing, diapers, and other childcare supplies for homeless children all across North Texas. Through their programs, events, and partnerships, they help meet the needs of our community’s homeless children.



This was truly a team effort that benefited everyone: members cleaned out their clutter, shoppers bought goodies at a steal, money was raised for a great local kid's charity, and excess art and craft supplies found a worthy home that will make lots of kids happy.


Stay tuned to find out what we're planning for this event next year!






Posted by Anne of Modest Ambition

Craft Parties all over Texas

Dallas threw it's big Etsy Craft Party on June 18th, but also many other cities across the world threw their very own Etsy Craft Party to celebrate Etsy Inc's 5th birthday. In Texas, we had 5 major cities make it into the top 50 biggest Craft Parties in the world. That was out of about 500+ parties worldwide. Go Texas!


So to keep the party going, check out our friends Craft Party pics from Etsy Austin, Etsy Houston, and Alamo City Etsy.



Etsy Austin celebrated the Craft Party with some great DIY crafts. Over 70 people showed up to make buttons, shrinky dinks and even silk screen bags and clothing with Austin artist Amy of Craft Chi, who created some custom artwork for all the Etsy Craft Parties. How cool of them to have a crafty celebrity at the party!


Check out more of the Austin fun here.



Alamo City Handmade (formerly Alamo City Etsy) threw their party at Sew Deluxe, a San Antonio favorite station for creativity. The party brought on yummy food from G&G Moblie Bistro, make & take projects, and tons of great door prizes. Visitors enjoyed making bottle cap pinbacks, screenprinting, knitting, sewing and much more.

Check out more of this party here.


Etsy Houston, held the 2nd biggest Etsy Craft Party in the world. Go Houston! We are so proud of our sister team from the south. The Houston Party was held at Sew Crafty, and people enjoyed treats, goody bags, and DIY projects.


Check out the party slideshow and see more pics here.

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide: June 26



Members of Etsy Dallas will be offering their coveted supplies for sale to the public, including: fabric, beads, and loads of other crafty odds and ends. Stock up on unique finds to help you express your artistic side. Come early for refreshments and to get the good stuff before it's gone.

Proceeds from sales at the Etsy Dallas team table will be donated to Captain Hope’s Kids, a nonprofit that provides clothing, diapers, and other childcare supplies for homeless children all across North Texas.

Date: Sat, June 26
Time: 11am - 2pm
Location: Blue Room, South Side on Lamar, Dallas (map)
Cost: Free! Open to the public
More Info: click here


Date: Sat, June 26
Time: 8pm
Location: Samuell Grand Amphitheatre
Cost: Tickets $10
More Info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: Signifying Not



Date: Sat, June 26
Time: 9am - 1pm
Location: Move Studio
Cost: FREE
More Info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: Kessler Craftsman



Come experience our retro glamour with the launch of the 2010 Sky Girls swim suit collection by Tara to the T! Sky Girls hits the runway this Saturday!

Bid on paintings by renowned Iraqi artist Abdul Ameer Alwan in a silent auction. His pieces, which were displayed at the Iraqi Museum of Modern Art and survived the Iraqi War, depict a sensivity to women and their sexual empowerment that was forbidden during the regime of Saddam Hussein. Visit the Humane Society's Feed-a-Dog-for-a-Day interactive kiosk. A percentage of the proceeds from ticket sales and the silent auction benefit theHumane Society of Dallas County (a.k.a. Dog and Kitty City).

Date: Sat, June 26
Time: 8pm - midnight
Locations: Studios 1019, 2278 Monitor st. Dallas, TX
More Info: click here
Shop Etsy Dallas: Tara to the T