Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide: Last Chance Giveaway!

Today is your last chance to win free handmade goodies from some fabulous local designers! Hurry hurry, Friday is almost over and so are these incredible steals.

Our friend Ashley Akers and dear Etsy Dallas member Harrilu have teamed up to bring you 2 amazing giveaways. Ashley Akers is hosting a Harilu Giveaway on her blog and Harrilu is featuring an Ashley Akers giveaway on her blog.

Oh, and it's super easy to enter. All you have to do is read the simple directions and drop a comment on their blogs. The winner will be choosen today! So again, HURRY HURRY!!!

Ashley Akers Giveaway on Harilu Blog:
Be the first to own this brand new design from Ashley Akers Jewelry! This coral branch pendant is hand cut from transparent red plexiglass, making it light as air. The pendant hangs from a 16" sterling silver bead chain. Visit the Harrilu blog to enter: http://harrilu.typepad.com/harrilu/2009/06/ashley-akers-givaway-also-checkout-her-blog-for-a-harrilu-givaway.html#comments

Harrilu Giveaway on Ashley Akers Blog
Harrilu hand screen prints their designs using eco-friendly, super soft water based inks. Harrilu tees are printed on the finest quality, 100% cotton tees that are made in the USA.
Visit Ashley Akers blog to win this Teal and White Peonies Tunic.
http://ashleyakers.blogspot.com/2009/06/win-harrilu-shirt.html

Posted by Pamela Michelle

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide: June 19-21

Hey Hey! It's Weekend time again! Check out all the fun stuff to do in Dallas this weekend. If your fun meter isn't at max capacity after the weekend, swing on down to San Antonio on Tuesday for even more handmade excitement!

Best of Texas' What Not to Wear viewing party - Dallas
If you're in the Dallas area, swing on by Best of Texas' What Not to Wear viewing party starring local maven Amanda Warr who recently got a fashion redux on the hit television show. The fun is happening at Jack's Backyard, a swell new dive in Oak Cliff.

Come out and support, Attitudes and Attire, a very worthy cause that provides stylish clothing and job interview training for low-income women searching for viable employment. There will be a huge raffle starting at 7:45pm benefiting this cause.

Items for auction by fellow Etsy Dallas-ites include a pair of earring by f. is for frank and a set of notecards by design roots, and a Juicy Fruit necklace from Tefi Designs.

Date: Friday, June 19th
Time: 6pm – 9pm
Location: Jack’s Backyard, 2303 Pittman Dallas, 75208
Web site: bestoftexas.com/promotions/wntw-viewing/
Cost: FREE!! Please RSVP online (above)

Creative Circle – Oak Cliff
Ever get that itch to get a little crafty and socialize at the same time? Come down and visit Etsy Dallas member, Larry, the Kessler Craftsman, in his studio, stay a while, enjoy good conversation, meet new friends, snack on good foods and get your built up artsy out.

Larry’s laid back and casual studio welcomes anyone with any skill level or medium. He also welcome’s you to bring whatever you’d like to eat or drink or share. He’s been hosting Creative Circles in his home studio since March in 2008, and is always willing to teach or learn something new.

If you ask, he might even show you some of his glass mosaic lamps or handmade furniture.

Date: Friday, June 19th (also eveyr 1st and 3rd Friday of each month)
Time: 7pm
Location: 1027 N. Windomere, Dallas (Home of the first Etsy Dallas Beer-B-Q)
Website: http://kesslercraftsmanblog.blogspot.com/
Cost: FREE

LolaFolk Summer Sale - Online
The Lolafalk brand was born out of a love of bright colors, shiny fabrics and the initial need to develop a line of handbags that satisfied its originator’s insatiable desire for all things subtly eclectic and understatedly quirky. All Lolafalk handbags and accessories are cut and sewn by hand, and every last detail is accounted for – from the carefully crafted design of each item, to each item’s description, to the overall attitude and style of the brand.

And now till June 30th, you can get Lolafalk ‘s designer Urban Lola Totes at 15% off!

15% off all Urban Lola Totes through June 30.
(Discount will be applied at time of purchase).

Date: Thru June 30th
Location: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5641738&section_id=5479143
Discount: 15% off! Woo!
Website: http://www.blogger.com/www.lolafalkdesigns.etsy.com

Tefi Designs Trunk Show - Dallas
Stop by Move Studio to shop Tefi Designs in person (and why not take a yoga class while you're at it?). Stephanie will be showcasing her signature pieces, including: Ming Pottery
Shards, gemstone jewelry, and Nuts & Seeds (Colombian rainforest creations made with real nuts and seeds). 10% off your total purchase at this trunk show only!

Date: Saturday, June 20
Time: 9am-1pm
Location: Move Studio, 17062 Preston Road in north Dallas
Cost: FREE
Web site: http://movestudio.com/

Alamo City Etsy's 1st Haute Pink Bazaar – San Antonio
Down in San Antonio, our friends at Alamo City Etsy are putting their first trunk show. Alamo City Etsy's 1st Haute Pink Bazaar will be held Tuesday, June 23rd and boy are they excited! Come out to meet the Alamo City Street Team, mingle with other Alamo City natives and support the Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation.

The event will feature the work of over a dozen artists and artisans, music, wine, hors d’ oeuvres and fun. You can even bid on an autographed Audrey Hephburn Photograph in a silent auction to benefit the Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation.

Date: Tuesday, June 23rd
Time: 7pm - 11pm
Location: 707 S. St. Mary's, San Antonio
Website: alamocityetsy.blogspot.com
Cost: FREE

Posted by Pamela Michelle

Member Spotlight: design roots

Heather Bloem is the graphic designer behind design roots, a print design shop that was born from a background in landscape architecture and a love for graphic design. The artist believes that "inspired design is the product of a creative eye and an expressive imagination." I couldn't agree more! I love all of her designs, but I have my eye on this sweet little bird cage Thank You card, pictured below.


And who can resist this parade of elephants on a set of personalized note cards?


Not only is Heather passionate about graphic design, she has a big heart. As part of a charity raffle benefitting Attitudes & Attire, Heather donated a pack of her notecards for Best of Texas' upcoming What Not to Wear viewing party. Hmmm, perhaps they should send her a sweet little bird cage Thank You card?

Visit her Etsy shop and web site today. Heather offers a discount on large quanity orders and is eager to custom design something for you.

by Stephanie of Tefi Designs

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide: June 12-14

It's that time again. Get out your date book and pencil in some fun this weekend. The Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide is pleased to announce 5 great events that you just can't miss. From Friday night to Sunday evening, there's just no excuse this weekend to sit around.

The Dark Carnival - Deep Ellum
Join Etsy Dallas's Tara to the T at the Dark Carnival as she presents her new Fashion Accessories with a Vintage Twist. Along with her will be the sensational smells of Vicious Vixen Candles by Dark Candles.

Jugglers, Mimes, Magicians, Tarot Card Readers, Face Painters & Freak Shows,

DJ "Wild In The Streets" live...in the Video Bar

Free Cotton Candy & Popcorn

Date: Friday, June, 12th
Time: doors open at 9pm
Location: The Church, Dallas
Web: www.thechurchdallas.com
Cost: Admission: $10 over 21/ $15 under 21
$5 off with Church VIP or Dog Tags
18 + welcome

"Dudescapes" by Alan Tolleson - Coffee Haus Downtown, Arlington
The Coffee Haus Downtown, which regularly features a boutique with the work of Etsy Dallas members Cut Out and Collect, Tefi Designs, Pamela Michelle, Texas Tarts and Tara to the T, is pleased to present a mixed media artwork collection by the artist Alan Tolleson. As a middle school art teacher, Tolleson finds an endless source of inspiration in the unintentional humor his students convey in their own work. When this inspiration is mixed with a few of his daydreams and the juxtaposition of oddities found sprawled across Arlington, Tolleson's spontaneous art becomes a handful of insights and hilarious surprises. Join the Coffee Haus in a special artist’s reception this Friday.

Date: Friday, June 12th
Time: 7pm-8pm, Alan Tolleson’s artwork will hang through June
Location: The Coffee Haus Downtown in Arlington
Web: http://www.thecoffeehausdowntown.com/
Cost: FREE! But do try their coffee while you’re there. Yum!

City Arts Festival - Dallas
This FREE festival will offer new attractions and showcase the outstanding cultural, performing, visual and culinary arts of Dallas and the region. Plus, the CityArts Celebration will, for the first time, feature the works of visual artists nationwide, in addition to original works of art and fine crafts by Texas artists.

Visit Etsy Dallas members: Beading Genie will be in booth FE39 (FE stands for Flora East, meaning in front of the Meyerson). And next door in booth FE40 will be the Kessler Craftsman.

Date: Friday June 12th – Sunday june 14th
Time: (F) 6-10, (S) 11-10, (Su) 11-6
Location: Downtown Arts District, in front of the Meyerson
Web: http://www.blogger.com/www.dallascityarts.com
Cost: FREE

Oak Cliff Visual Speed Bump Art Tour 2009 - Oak Cliff
This event is free and open to the public. This is your opportunity to leisurely tour Oak Cliff and see local artists in the natural habitats. Maps are available at each of the stops. The tour runs from 12:00-6:00 PM, and is followed by a reception at Mighty Fine Arts Gallery. A whole day full of art and fun!

Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 12pm-6pm
Location: Oak Cliff
Web: http://www.blogger.com/www.chuckandgeorge.net/map.html
COST: FREE!
Richard Ross' Solo Show
Kettle Art is hosting Richard Ross' solo show, 100% Recycled: Landscapes of a Landfill, from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday.

As a visual artist, Ross experiments with all types of media, from pencils, acrylics and oils to found collage materials. His hope is to communicate his search for beauty and glimpses of the Platonic Forms into a new mythology. It seems he is always searching for new icons by sifting through old beliefs and a disposable contemporary society. With an inventory of works well into the hundreds, this show will be something to see first hand.

Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 7pm-10pm
Location: Kettle Art, Dallas
Web: www.kettleart.com/richardross.htm
Cost: FREE!

Paper Nerds Cyanotype Workshop
The cyanotype process, also known as the blueprint process, was first introduced by John Herschel in 1842 and has remained virtually unchanged since its invention. The class will introduce students to the history of the cyanotype process and will mostly take place outside, as sunlight will be used to expose the cyanotypes. This workshop is adaptable for participants of all ages and levels of experience.



Date: Sunday, June 14
Time: 1-4pm
Location: 4101 Commerce, Suite#6, Dallas
Web: http://papernerds.blogspot.com/
Cost: $95 in advance/$100 at the door

Posted by Pamela Michelle

Eco•Ideas: Bookmark


Today is exactly two weeks until Father's Day. Here's a fun little project to do with the kiddos for dad for Father's Day - create a fun book mark from things from around the house.

Some things to start with;
• a couple paint chips (these are around the house from selecting colors for those DIY projects)
• a map from a family vacation or adventure
• glue
• ribbon, string, odd shoelaces or cord
• scrapbook punches
• markers
• scissors
• stickers
• stamps

Start by picking a couple paint chips with fun color names or dad's favorite colors. Use punches and markers to decorate, glue the two chips together back to back. If you'd like to add a tie to the bookmark, punch one hole at the top and run your tie through and knot. Add a little note for dad wishing him a Happy Father's Day or telling him why you're happy he's YOUR dad. Embellish more with stickers, stamps, doodles, or fingerprints.

No two could possibly be alike and it's customizable depending on what you have around the house. No trip to the store and you're putting things that currently have no purpose to fun use.

Happy Crafting!

Posted by Alicia of LaAlicia

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide - Online Shopping Edition!

Etsy Dallas Member Online Sales and Giveaways!
Don't wanna go out this weekend, or plan on taking a lazy Sunday? Well then hop online and check out some amazing deals that your local artists and crafters are putting on just for you.

Blue Fawn Bag - $42.00 (regularly $55.00)

SALE - Cut Out and Collect
Find great markdowns on unique independent designer bags made by the delicate two hands of Cut Out and Collect. Visit the Sale Section in her Etsy shop for more.

-Fabric Sample Giveaway - FREE!

Giveaway - Three Yellow Starfish
If you feel like diving into your own crafty fun, then check out the free giveaway over at Three Yellow Starfish blog. They're giving away a mailer full of brightly colored energetic patterns. They claim "you won't be disappointed!" Check the Three Yellow Starfish Blog to see how to enter.

-Roses are...Green - $8.50

Sale - Tefi Designs
Many handmade jewelry items are marked down in Tefi Design's shop. You can find beautiful necklaces and earrings all for a great price.

-Pink Petal Purse - $20.00 (regularly $27.00)

Sale - La Alicia
La Alicia makes great one of a kind paper and upcycled items. She is also our Etsy Dallas Environmental Guru. You can find her Earth friendly blog tips here on the Etsy Dallas blog.

-Planet Unicorn Necklace - $28.00 (regularly $35.00)

Sale - Haute Hardware
Haute Hardware is definitely hot! Check out this gal's jewelry line. You'll get so hot, you just might shed some clothes. (into a bikini of corse). Welcome summer!

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide















It's happy fun weekend time! Grab your friends and let's go out, and get fun hangovers for Monday!

Mansfield Arts Festival
The Mansfield Arts Festival will feature local artists and craftsmen as well as live music throughout the day and into the night. And it's all just a short stroll over to Main Street where you can experience a whole new world of Historic Mansfield.

Join the Kessler Craftsman Saturday at the Mansfield Arts Festival.

Date: Saturday, June 6th
Time: 10am - 10:30pm
Location: Depot Street and surrounding Stevens Garden & Grill, Mansfield, TX
Cost: FREE!
Website: www.historicmansfield.net/2009artsfestival


Member Spotlight: Bonny Beads

I've always had a fondness for (and jealousy of) people who could make their own lampwork glass beads. I've seen it done and it is no easy feat. That's why I'm so craftily in love with Bonny Beads, one of Etsy Dallas' new 2009 members.

Bonnie Beard is the woman behind Bonny Beads and, like all artists and crafters, she really loves what she does. "I love sitting down in front of my torch, with some music or an audio book, surrounded by glass and tools and perhaps a cat or two... a plethora of options for creativity all around me," she writes on her main web site.

My favorite beads for sale in her Etsy shop are a mix of greens and oranges she calls Caramel Apples. Delish!

If you missed her at the recent Etsy Dallas Spring Bash, stop by her Etsy shop where she offers free shipping for all U.S. orders.

posted by Stephanie of Tefi Designs

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide

Hooray for the weekend. Now let's get out there and have some fun!

Coppell Farmer's Market
Stop by the Coppell Farmers Market on Saturday and shop from over 40 vendors, including our very own Etsy Dallas member LaAlicia.

Date: Saturday, May 30th
Time: 8am - 2pm
Location: 455 W. Bethel Road at Coppell Road
Cost: FREE

I AM HERE! - Art and Trade Show - Dallas
I AM HERE”- The DIAC Trade Show is meant to bring awareness and unity to the artists of Dallas. The event will showcase over 200 artists and all artwork will be available for either purchase or trade. By trade we mean that we want everyone to have the opportunity to own original artwork and we’re willing to let you offer us something in trade for it: services, products, cash, or whatever. Come with your best offers.Art and music will be dispersed throughout the building’s various rooms and venues, arranged by collectives and groups, so as to bring awareness to all that they do and provide. As visitors move through the event, they will be able to become familiar with the many artist residencies and businesses that exist in South Side as well.

Date: Friday, May 29th and Saturday, May 30th
Time: (F) 7pm-11pm, (S) 1pm-11pm
Location: South Side on Lamar, 1409 S. Lamar, Dallas
Cost: FREE
web site: http://samo4prez.wordpress.com/2009/05/26/i-am-here-dallas-independant-artists-community/

Maker Faire - Bay Area, California
We usually don't post things that aren't somewhat local, but when one of our Etsy Dallas members travels to a far far away land to participate in a show, we just gotta let you know. If you can't make it out to Cali to see our fabulous Tara to the T and her beautiful vintage inspired accessories and clothing, then tell your cousins, old neighbors, uncles, college friends etc in the area to venture out and see the Maker Faire.

Date: Saturday, May 30th and Sunday, May 31st
Time: (S) 10am-8pm, (Su) 10am-6pm
Location: San Mateo County Expo Center
Cost: $35 tickets
Web: http://makerfaire.com/

F is for Frank - Open Studio
Amateurs to experienced jewelry makers are invited to create anything from cufflinks to place card holders and pendants to keychains out of pewter. This is an open studio atmosphere where each student can choose the direction of their creation. Students are welcome to bring in any additional stones that they may want to include in their pieces. We also have stones and carved bones that can be purchased.

Date Sunday, may 31st
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: 1216 Manufacturing St. Dallas TX 75207 (near the design district)
Cost: Around $50 depending on your project
Web site: http://www.fisforfrank.blogspot.com/

Congrats Raffle Winners

We are super duper excited to announce our winners for the Etsy Dallas raffle held at our 1st Annual Spring Bash last Saturday.

Jodi L. of Dallas says, "I had a great time. It was my first event, but it won't be my last." That's fantastic! Jodi won a domino necklace from artfull Expression, a fused glass ring from the Kessler Craftsman, a set of notecards from Sanctum Design Studio, fabric coasters from Tefi Designs, and a tote bag from Pink Lemonade Bags.


Shelley R. of Rockwall won a fused glass necklace from Designing Diva, a set of photo note cards from Kathleen Heinkes, a sock monkey from Anklebiter, a t-shirt from Jodi Von Rotten, and a crochet headband from Two Hills Designs. Here's what she had to say of the Bash: "My friend and I had a great time at the Spring Bash. I bought several wonderful items and got a lot of business cards for future purchases!"


And lastly (but not leastly), Sarah B. of Dallas was very excited to learn that she won a set of note cards from design-roots, a domino necklace from artfull Expression, a tote bag from Miamaria Design, a shell necklace from Sadie's Things, and a set of wash cloths by Karma Crochet.

Congrats ladies! We are thrilled you won these lovingly handmade items. Now you can't say you never win anything...And mark those calendars for the 2nd Annual Jingle Bash on November 21st at the Sons of Hermann Hall.

posted by Stephanie of Tefi Designs

Christina Likes: Etsy Dallas

A few of the vendors at the 1st Annual Etsy Dallas Spring Bash may recall a fashionable young lady toting around a camera and introducing herself to everyone. She later posted a review of the event in her beautiful blog, Christina Likes, highlighting a few of the vendors and embellishing with some lovely photographs.

If you couldn't make it out to the Spring Bash, make sure to check out what you missed!

Christina also recently opened her own Etsy shop, Paper Fingers. She's selling some absolutely wonderful alphabet prints that will surely make your baby room cooler than your own.

posted by Cheyne of Cut Out and Collect

Etsy Dallas Weekend Guide


This weekend is packed with handmade fun! Ditch those over crowded malls and disappointing super sales, and head out to experience some of Dallas's unique festive fun and creative art. Diorama O Rama
It’s a collective art happening and fundraiser where everyone is invited and encouraged to make and donate a diorama to be auctioned. Event proceeds will benefit Resolana, a Dallas-area nonprofit that assists incarcerated women through psycho-educational and creative programs that provide the skills, tools, and inner resources for self-improvement.

The first 50 attendees to pay the $5 admission will receive a cool Armhole.com tote screened with an illustration by Dallas artist Tania Kaufmann—and it’s loaded with goodies from neighborhood businesses.

Ten trophies will be awarded in categories that could include, but are not limited Linkto, most rad, low rent, fluorescent, kinetic, teepee, peaceful, anarchic, illuminated, unicorn-esque, and clever. Or, whatever. It’s irrelevant. It’s about having fun, creating good karma, and raising lots of money for Resolana.

When: Saturday May 23rd
Time: 4pm - at least 7pm
Where: F is for Frank Studio, 1216 Manufacturing, Dallas, TX
Cost: $5 (kids are FREE!)
Web site: www.diorama-o-rama.blogspot.com

Artfest
ARTFEST is one of the premier Fine Arts shows & festivals in the nation, integrating fine art, kids arts, music, performing arts, artists demonstrations and fun for everyone. Over 200 artists will showcase fine art for every taste, fancy or budget, including paintings, sculptures, wood working, iron works, jewelry and much, much more. There will also be a Live Music Stage featuring local & regional musicians and a Cultural Arts Stage featuring artists demonstrations by ARTFEST artists and performances by cultural arts organizations from all over the Metroplex.

Don't miss Bead Genie and the Kessler Craftsman displaying their handmade goods.

When: Saturday, May 23rd - Sunday, May 24th
Time: (S) 10am - 7pm, (Su) 10am - 6pm
Where: Fair Park, Dallas, TX
Cost: $6 for people, $1 for pooches
Web: www.artfest500.com

Glam Bam Thank You Ma'am!

Put on your going out face and that new gorgeous dress you’ve been dying to wear and rush out to the Etsy Dallas Spring Bash this Saturday. Forgot your favorite hat in the mad dash to the Bash? That’s okay because the lovely gals from Vanity Stand will be there to assist you and bring your look to fabulousness!

Vanity Stand is a two-girl beauty conquerors comprised of Christina Shoto, a Denton stylist and owner of vintage shop Circa 77, and Kimberly Berba, a DFW photographer. Both these gals have impressive history in the indie fashion and style industry, are armed with professional photography equipment and ready to shoot.

Whimsical hats, funky wigs, and costume accessories will be at your disposal to make your very own personalized photo shoot with you and your friends.

Get shot with glam at the Etsy Dallas Spring Bash from 1pm-5pm. Photos are printed on site and will be available in size and price ranges from $6 to $10.

Etsy Dallas Spring Bash: featuring the Vanity Stand

When: Saturday, May 16th

Where: South Side on Lamar, 1409 S. Lamar Dallas, TX

Time: 11am-5pm, Vanity Stand hours: 1pm-5pm

Deco Squad in Action

The Etsy Dallas Deco Squad spent last Thursday meticulously making origami birds from recycled phone book pages. Look for them all over the Artisans Quarter at the Etsy Dallas Spring Bash tomorrow!

We also stuffed the goody bags that will be given to the first 50 shoppers. There are magnets, pendants, fused glass rings, stickers, earrings, coupons and so much more!

Thanks to all the team members who helped out:

Kessler Craftsman
Two Hills Designs
Designing Diva
Bonny Beads
Artfull Expression
Sanctum Design Studio
Scribble Scrabble

Weekend Guide

Celebrate the spring season with the 1st Annual Etsy Dallas Spring Bash, a festive arts & crafts extravaganza in the heart of The Cedars neighborhood just south of Downtown at South Side on Lamar.


The Spring Bash will feature:

- Over 50 artists, designers, and crafters selling their handmade wares. Full vendor list here: www.bashvendors.blogspot.com
- Music by local DJ John Durbin
- Free crafts at the now-famous Etsy Dallas Make & Take Booth with help from Irving Girl Scout Troop #1637
- The Vanity Stand where shoppers can dress up in an array of crazy costumes, get their photo taken and go home with a snapshot of the fun time
- Free raffle featuring handmade items donated by Etsy Dallas members
- Special guest: La Reunion, a non-profit arts program located in Oak Cliff
- Cash donations accepted benefitting Family Place, a local non-profit domestic violence shelter serving women and children in Dallas.

Free Goody Bags for the first 50 shoppers - so get there early!

There is no cost for admission or entertainment, but please bring plenty of CASH as most vendors cannot accept credit cards. There is an ATM near the main South Side entrance.

This event will be family-friendly with a hip vibe of handmade love and good times. Think of this not just as an arts & crafts show, but as a party! For more info visit www.etsydallas.com.

Date: Saturday, May 16th
Time: 11am-5pm
Where: South Side on Lamar, 1409 S. Lamar, Dallas, TX
Cost: FREE
Raffle: FREE
Make & Take: FREE
Goodie Bags: FREE for the first 50 shoppers. Get there early!


Hot Rods and Heels – Dallas, TX
The largest pin-up event in Texas! Come see the best of the best in burlesque, pin-up modeling, artists, photographers, vendors, and hot rods at Hotrods and Heels! Make sure to visit Tara to the T and Texas Tarts out in full style at the show.

Date: May 16th
Time: 4pm-12am
Location: 3025 Main, Dallas
Price: $15
Web: myspace.com/hotrodsandheels


Wild Flower Festival – Richardson, TX
Festival programming includes two main outdoor performance stages, the Acoustic Café, the award-winning Singer/Songwriter Stage, the family friendly Kidz Korner, Teenz Zone, strolling entertainers, buskers and acrobats, the Taste of Texas Food Garden, the City of Richardson Petting Zoo, the Art Guitar Auction, and lots of interactive displays and exhibits.

Date: May 15-17
Time: (F) 6pm-12am, (S) 11am-midnight, (Su) 12:30pm-8pm
Location: 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson, 75082
Price: $7.50-$25 (see ticket pricing here)
Web: http://www.wildflowerfestival.com/

We Made Daily Candy (OMG)

Do you want to make a bunch of handmade crafters hyperventilate? It's easy. Just feature them in the Daily Candy Weekend Guide.


HOLY COW!!!

And not only did we make it in, but we are the FIRST item, and this includes a photo of the new unofficial Etsy Dallas mascot - an owl pin by member Silla Soup.

Are we bragging? Oh yes. Do we want to see you at the Bash this Saturday? You betcha.

posted by Stephanie of Tefi Designs

Etsy Dallas Spring Bash Make & Take Table

Don't miss out on the Make & Take Table at the Bash! We'll have supplies on hand for you to make mini shrines (like the ones pictured here) -- little dishies, tins, silk flowers, beads, colored paper, fabric scraps, glue, glitter, scissors and the list goes on and on. Bring your imagination, creativity and those little pictures of loved ones, pets, friends and cutie babies. Make a mini shrine, a ring or whatever your crafty heart desires.


The Girl Scouts will be on hand to help with this year's M&T Table and take cash donations for the Family Place in Dallas. We're excited to have Girl Scout Troop 1637 back again this year.




COME GET YOUR CRAFT ON!
When: Saturday, May 16th
Time: 11am-5pm
Where: 1409 S. Lamar, Dallas
Cost: FREE!
Website: etsydallas.com

posted by Alicia of La Alicia

Member Spotlight: Pamela Michelle



She's fabulous! She's extraordinary!
She's Pamela Michelle!

Pamela Michelle works a full-time job, crafts up a storm on her lovely necklaces, and stepped forward to co-organize the 2008 Jingle Bash and the 2009 Spring Bash. Wow! Not only am I impressed with her enormous talent, I can't believe that she has the energy to help organize our fabulous Etsy Dallas craft shows. She is my own personal super hero.

Pam's unique style is a mix of hand-carved pieces of wood, her own special color palette, her imaginative illustrations which are inspired by nature, modern design and Scandinavian art with an end result in fabulousness.

You too can check out our Etsy Dallas craft hero at our next show this weekend, May 16th at the lofts on the South Side of Lamar.


Blog: pamelamichelle.blogspot.com

Thank you Pamela for being such a great inspiration and wonderful leader.
love, b.liscious

Cash for the Bash

Free admission? Yes!

Free raffle? You bet!

Free Make & Take crafts for the whole family? Certainly!

Free goody bags for the first 50 shoppers? Of course!

Free handmade vendor items? Uh...no.


In that case, please plan to bring plenty of good old-fashioned C notes (a.k.a. CASH). Most vendors will also accept personal checks and some are able to take credit cards. But in this game of making and selling handmade art, cash is king.

And if you forget to stop at the bank? Fear not. There is an ATM near the main entrance at South Side. Ca-ching!

[Pictured above: Lola Mini Zip by LolaFalk, Good Fortune Cat by Jodi von Rotten, Angry Denim Guy by Anklebiter, Green Shrug by Modest Ambition. Meet the other Bash vendors HERE.]

posted by Stephanie of Tefi Designs