March 31, 2009
Dear Sellers,
Stuck in a rut? Keep yourself and your shop inspired by trying a new craft. Who knows, you could learn a new technique that your customers might really respond to!
The Crafts Dept. is Now Open!
If, like me, your craft fantasy is to get a sneak peek behind the scenes of Martha Stewart Living . . . your day has arrived! The creative talents behind the craft designs for Martha Stewart Living have teamed up to share their personal projects, inspirations, favorite sources, and drool-worthy craft space, just for you. Visit
thecraftsdept.marthastewart.com to indulge.
Learn more in today's interview with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Editorial Director of Crafts, Marcie McGoldrick on the Storque, Etsy's blog.
How-Tuesday: Make a Donkey Softie
We jumped on this adorable donkey tutorial by Myra Masuda and immediately knew we needed to share! Download the complete project instructions here, or follow along on Etsy's blog, courtesy of Softies Only a Mother Could Love: Lovable Friends for You to Sew, Knit, or Crochet by Jess Redman and Meg Leder. This makes a great gift for the kiddo or the adult toy-collector in your life.
How-Tuesday: Glass Photo Etching 
Have you ever thought about trying glass etching? If so, I've got a project for you! I've taken cream glass etching to a new level by using PNP Blue Transfer Paper as a resist! PNP Blue Transfer Paper was originally used to etch circuit boards and has recently been adapted to etch jewelry. I tested this transfer out on glass and it works like a charm! Use this photo-transferring method to create classy custom gifts. Get the list of supplies and steps for this method here, on Etsy's blog.
Top Tutorial Websites
Whipup.net is "a multi author site with contributors from around the world united by a passion for making things, for beautiful design and for a desire to share ideas with others." I love all the free tutorials and patterns!
Instructables allows you to upload your own tutorials or browse and comment on others. Cheeseburger dress, anyone?
The TotallyTutorials blog is jam packed of cool tutorials! You'll find everything from how to make a lightbox to how to carve a stamp.
Threadbanger is a network for people who love to DIY, recreate, refashion and craft. Tons of how-to's and great videos.
I'm so sad to hear Craft magazine is going out of print. Thankfully, their blog is still rockin' with tons of tutorials and the latest news in the craft-o-sphere.
And don't forget about all the great tutorials from your fellow Etsy sellers!
Show and Tell
Sharing your new learning experience can inspire your customers and others in the craft community. Blog about it! Or upload your process to Flickr, a photo sharing website. Flickr even has groups like Crafting 365, where you can share your daily crafting adventures. If you try out a tutorial from our blog, post it to our Flickr group, Etsy Show and Tell.
Have a great tutorial to share? Send it to me!
xo,
Danielle
No comments:
Post a Comment