Bash Bucks Giveaway


Announcing Bash Bucks Giveaway #1: Name the Reindeer!
This contest is closed. Please check http://etsydallas.blogspot.com for Winners.


Pamela of Dowdy Studio designs our Bash graphics each year. (Oh yeah, take a moment to flip through the annals of Etsy Dallas Bash fabulousness--scroll down.) While each graphic is awesome in its own way, this year's reindeer has endeared himself (or herself?) to our collective Etsy Dallas heart.

What better way to celebrate the arrival of the Fourth Annual Jingle Bash than a NAME THE REINDEER contest for our first Bash Bucks giveaway?

This first Bash Bucks giveaway has a quick turnaround: all entries must be submitted by 11:59pm, October 27, 2011. Two entries will be selected at random and each will win $40 in Bash Bucks!

$40 in Bash Bucks for naming our reindeer!


Two ways to enter:

1. Leave a comment on this blog post with the name you've selected for our Bash mascot. (Make sure we can reach you via email.)

2. Tweet about our contest and leave a comment on this blog post with your tweet and the name you've selected for our Bash mascot. (Make sure to @EtsyDallas so we can see your tweet.)

Feel free to copy and paste these tweet ideas:

-I just named the @EtsyDallas Bash mascot _________. Check out http://etsydallas.blogspot.com on Friday to vote for a winner!

-I'm going to SHOP+PARTY with @EtsyDallas and a reindeer named __________ at #jinglebash4!

-40 Bash Bucks up for grab on http://etsydallas.blogspot.com. I'm winning by naming the @EtsyDallas Reindeer ___________.


On Friday the 28th, the two random names will be posted and we'll VOTE for our favorite reindeer name. (Plus: the winning name-giver will win an additional $10 in Bash Bucks!)

Do you know what Bash Bucks are? If not, take a moment to read through the fine print.


Good luck!

About Etsy Dallas Bash Bucks


About Etsy Dallas Bash Bucks

So, what are Bash Bucks? They are gift certificates that equal cash and are redeemable only at the current Bash event on November 19, 2011. They cannot be kept and spent at a future Bash event. 
How do I win Bash Bucks? Anyone can enter to win them. To enter, participants will comment on the Etsy Dallas blog or tweet about the contest as specified in each contest’s instructions. Winners will be picked at random. Winners will claim their Bash Bucks in person the day of the current Bash. Bash Bucks cannot be mailed to the winners.
Okay I won! Now how do I spend them? Bash Bucks come in increments of $10 and spend like cash. The winner cannot receive change from Bash Bucks, and they cannot be split up to spend at two different booths. For example, if you want an $8 item, you must pay with your $10 Bash Bucks and forfeit the remaining $2 since change cannot be made. Additionally, you cannot spend that remaining $2 at a different vendor's booth.
Who's paying for these anyway? The Bash is footing the bill so we can spread the love to our wonderful shoppers and our artists.
What do they look like? The appearance of the Bash Bucks changes with each Bash event and is not publicized whatsoever. These are currency and therefore will have several unique distinguishable marks making them impossible to counterfeit and awesome to behold!
The Very Fine Print
+ Previous winners, members, and participating Bash artists ARE eligible to win.

+ If your comment or tweet is chosen, you will be required to give your full name and date of birth via email. You will be given instructions on how and where to pick up your Bash Bucks (any time during the event). You must reply to the congratulatory/instruction notifications by Midnight November 18th and must be present the day of the 2011 Spring Bash to collect your certificates and redeem them. Failure to respond to the email with correct information by the deadline will forfeit your right to Bash Bucks.

+ Bash bucks are not transferable. If you win them, you have to spend them. If you win, please be prepared to bring a proper ID (driver's license) to claim your Bash Bucks.

+ Bash Bucks cannot be redeemed for cash. They must be spent at one of the Jingle Bash 2011 vendor booths the day of the event. You are responsible for paying any total over the value of your certificate. Any balance after purchase is surrendered to the vendor (change will not be given).

+ 2011 Jingle Bash Bucks are void after November 19th at 8pm, and may not be used at any other event or online.

+ Play Nice. Don't lie, cheat, or steal.

+ We love you! See you at the Bash! (SHOP+PARTY+ART+CRAFT)

Weekend Guide: October 21 + 22 + 23


IndieGenius Bazaar and Handmade + Vintage Fashion Show
Date: Saturday, October 22nd and Sunday, October 23rd
Time: Saturday 12-6pm and Sunday 12-4pm; Fashion Show Saturday 5pm  
Location: IndieGenius 409 N. Zang, Dallas
More Info: http://tinyurl.com/3svlc6a
Participating Etsy Dallas Members: maggie may i, Regal Cottage, ReGEARED, Both Hands Studio


Pegasus Plaza Outdoor Market 
Date: Friday, October 21st
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Pegasus Plaza, at the corner of Main St. and Akard, Dallas
More Info: http://www.deepellummarket.com/pegasus-plaza-outdoor-market.html
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio



Rough Rider Bazaar 
Date: Saturday, October 22nd 
Time: 9am-5pm
Location: Saginaw HS , 800 N Blue Mound Rd, FE, 76131
More Info: http://www.emsisd.com/saginawhs/site/default.asp 
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: maggie may i


Dowdy Studio Wagon @ Good 2 Go Taco 
Date: Saturday, October 22nd and Sunday, October 23rd
Time: 7am-3pm
Location: Good 2 Go Taco, 1146 Peavy Rd, Dallas
More Info: http://dowdystudio.blogspot.com/2011/03/wheres-that-wagon.html 
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio 


Texas State Veggie Fair
Date: Sunday, October 23rd
Time: 11am-6pm
Location: Winfrey Point @ White Rock Lake, Dallas
More Info:  http://texasstateveggiefair.com/
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: La Alicia 




Crochet Necklace Workshop with Anne Lawrence
Date: Sunday, October 23rd
Time: 11am-2pm
Location: Oil and Cotton, 837 W. 7th Street, Dallas
More Info: http://shop.oilandcotton.com/product/oct-22-crochet-necklace
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Modest Ambition

Weekend Guide: October 14 + 15 + 16 + 17


Pegasus Plaza Outdoor Market 
Date: Friday, October 14th
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Pegasus Plaza, at the corner of Main St. and Akard, Dallas
More Info: http://www.deepellummarket.com/pegasus-plaza-outdoor-market.html
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio 

Cowtown Indie Bazaar 
Date: Saturday, October 15th
Time: 9am-5pm
Location: Will Rogers Memorial Complex, Amon G. Carter Exhibits Hall, 3400 Burnett Tandy Drive, Ft. Worth
More Info:  http://www.COWTOWNINDIEBAZAAR.com/
Participating Etsy Dallas Members: K8Made, maggie may i,  Modest Ambition, Regal Cottage

Deep Ellum Outdoor Market 
Date: Saturday, October 15th
Time: 11am-4pm
Location: Deep Ellum, 2820 Indianna Blvd, Dallas
More Info: http://www.deepellummarket.com/
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio 


Dowdy Studio Wagon @ Good 2 Go Taco 
Date: Sunday, October 16th
Time: 7am-3pm
Location: Good 2 Go Taco, 1146 Peavy Rd, Dallas
More Info: http://dowdystudio.blogspot.com/2011/03/wheres-that-wagon.html 
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio 


Dowdy Studio Wagon @ Goodfriend Beer Garden & Burger House's Grand Opening 
Date: Monday, October 17th
Time: 4pm-9pm
Location: Goodfriend Beer Garden & Burger House, 1148 Peavy Rd, Dallas
More Info: http://dowdystudio.blogspot.com/2011/03/wheres-that-wagon.html
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio 

Don't Miss This: Sit Down to Stand Up for Kids

You definitely don't want to miss out on this! Thursday night, Etsy Dallas is throwing a shindig for charity! We invite you to come party with us, and help raise money for a great cause. Sit Down to Stand Up for Kids: Little Chairs for a Big Cause is Etsy Dallas' first ever charity-spotlight event benefiting Dallas Children's Advocacy Center (DCAC), a non-profit agency serving abused children in Dallas County. 


During this event, guests will have a chance to bid in a silent auction, and maybe, if you're lucky, you can take one of these handmade, uniquely decorated small chairs home.  

See What You Can See by K8Made
Each chair has been transformed by a member of the Etsy Dallas team in their own unique style, using a myriad of materials and techniques. 


Eggs Over Easy Chair by Midnight Snack
Whatever your style, you are sure to find something that will amaze and delight you. 



Adventure Awaits by maggie may i
While browsing these, and many more, creatively designed and decorated chairs, enjoy free food, drinks, music and great company. Admission is free, but voluntary charitable donations will be accepted at the door. All proceeds benefit the Dallas Children's Advocacy Center (DCAC). 
If you like, you can RSVP on the Facebook page for this event. An RSVP is appreciated, but not required.  See you there! 

Sponsor Spotlight: The Baking Cups

We are so pleased to announce that The Baking Cups will be one of our sponsors our first-ever charity event, Little Chairs for a Big Cause benefiting Dallas Children's Advocacy Center. The Baking Cups makes gourmet-style cupcakes with a from-scratch taste that can be enjoyed by everyone! They offer classic flavors such as Red Velvet and Vanilla and whimsical flavors too, such as, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Lavender, Sweet Potato Pie, and many more yummy, yummy flavors. Be sure to visit their website to check out their delicious selection of fresh baked cupcakes.


We hope you will join us Thursday, October 13th from 6:30-9:30 pm in The Blue Room at South Side on Lamar  as we work to blend creativity and charity. Please visit our facebook page for this event to learn more info and invite your friends!

Weekend Guide October 7 + 8 + 9


 
Pegasus Plaza Outdoor Market 


Date: Friday, October 7th
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Pegasus Plaza, at the corner of Main St. and Akard, Dallas
More Info: http://www.deepellummarket.com/pegasus-plaza-outdoor-market.htm
Participating Etsy Dallas Members: Dowdy Studio 

White Rock Local Market 


Date: Saturday, October 8th 
Time: 8am-1pm 
Location: 702 N. Buckner, Dallas
More Info: http://www.whiterocklocalmarket.com/index.html 
Participating Etsy Dallas Members: La Alicia, Modest Ambition, maggie may i 

Yoga D.A.Y - North Dallas Yoga Artisan Expo 

Date: Saturday, October 8th 
Time: 7:30am - 9pm 
Location: Krama Yoga Center, 2760 E. Trinity Mills Rd. #120, Carrollton 
More Info: http://www.kramayogacenter.com/uploads/3/5/9/0/3590829/ndallasyogaexp... 
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: The Pig and the Peacock 


Dowdy Studio Wagon @ Bolsa Cafe 

Date: Saturday, October 8th and Sunday, October 9th
Time: 11am - 9pm (Sat), 11am-3pm (Sun) 
Location:  Bolsa Cafe's Parking Lot, 614 West Davis Dr., Dallas
More Info: http://dowdystudio.blogspot.com/2011/03/wheres-that-wagon.html
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio 

Weekend Guide: September 24 + 25




Date: Saturday, September 24th 
Time: 9am-4pm 
Location: South Side on Lamar, 1409 S. Lamar, Dallas, TX 
Participating Etsy Dallas Members: Dowdy Studio, Modest Ambition, The Paper Nest Co.




Date: Saturday, September 24th
Time: 9am - 4pm
Location: Trietsch Memorial Methodist Church, Flower Mound
More Info: http://www.tmumc.org/ministries_womens_fallonthemound.htm
Participating Etsy Dallas Members: K8made, maggie may i 






Tacos and Tees + much more! See you there, friends! 

Date: Sunday, September 25th 
Time: 7am-3pm
Location: 1146 Peavy Rd, Dallas
More Info: http://dowdystudio.blogspot.com/2011/03/wheres-that-wagon.html
Participating Etsy Dallas Member: Dowdy Studio Wagon 

Keeping Cozy in Dallas

Tree by Modest Ambition

Here’s the surprising thing about yarn bombing a tree: it’s really rough on your hands. As I carefully wrapped the trunk and branches with layers of crocheted and knitted yarn, my fingers and hands were scraped and scratched. I watch tiny ants scurry about as I pulled my oversized needle and thread through the yarn and bound up the branches. I worked back and forth to secure the tops of the tree scarves to withstand drooping from the weight of water from rain and wind.

Yarn bombing has been going strong in Dallas this last year, but this is the biggest project to date. When you visit the Winspear Opera House grounds, you’ll see that it has been transformed by unexpected bright and colorful handworked yarn. There are cozies on every parking bollard arranged in a rainbow spectrum, trees wrapped in full sweaters, and dangling flowers and peace signs overhead along the walkway.
Colorful bollards
This particular installation was requested by the opera house to celebrate the opening of the musical “Hair.” KWitta and the Dallas Yarn Bombers helped coordinate the local knit/crochet community to take on this large-scale project. Over the summer it took shape: taking counts of bollards, measuring trees, and showing off progress to each other.

Using fibers to create public art rather than functional knitwear is still a new idea here, though it’s been done elsewhere. I like to think of it not just as public art, but as social sculpture, working together to build community as we finished off each row. In the end, this whimsical and charming installation is our gift to the public. 

Detail, tree by Modest Ambition
For lots more installation shots:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dallas-Yarn-Bombers/227336423947158

http://www.theaterjones.com/stagewhispers/20110916075143/2011-09-16/Friday-Night-is-the-Yarn-Bomb%27

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByMgiy1DKJc&feature=player_profilepage

http://www.smugmug.com/gallery/19075663_rJp9p4#1483962604_NxcZZj9

Story and photos by Modest Ambition.

Blog Walk!


What’s going on around town with Etsy Dallas’s fine young talent?  Erin of Haute Hardware delved through our blog list to find out. 

Meredith of One Sheepish Girl crocheted an adorably calorie-free rainbow cake, and then shared with the world how she did it in this awesome tutorial. 


Power couple Pam & Dylan of Dowdy Studio took Oklahoma by storm at the Dustbowl Arts Market: 


Jonathon of Napkin Art was commissioned by the Texas Theatre in Oak Cliff for two of his posters – how rad is that? 

Silla of Silla Soup is up to her usual whimsy and delightfulness with these new butterflies:


Thanks for journeying along through these blogs, and please visit them (and more) by clicking the links on the left-hand side of this page!

Etsy Dallas Artist Playlist: The Ruffly Owl


Hi everyone! This is Meredith from Sheepish Knitting & Crochet! I asked Dacia from The Ruffly Owl what music she listens to when she is creating her beautiful paper goods...

What kind of music do you listen to when you create? Don't listen to music? TV Shows? Movies?
When I am working on a project in Illustrator, I tend not to listen to any music. My mind is totally focused on designing and tweaking so outside noise sometimes overstimulates me. When I'm crafting and punching tags, etc I like to either listen to John Mayer and the likes... it relaxes me. When I sew, I tend to listen to the early jazz station on pandora. Maybe the sewing reminds me of my Grandmother (who was an amazing seamstress) and feelings of nostalgia get stirred up. Something about sewing while Ella Fitzgerald sings makes my old soul happy. :) 



Do certain genres of music affect your creative process?
I don't think any particular genres affect my creative process. But Lady Gaga might distract me from creating because I'd likely jump up and start dancing if she comes on. I can't help it.


How does music fit into your creative routine? 
Sadly, music has gone by the wayside for me these days but when I know I'm going to be working on something for hours I like to go to Pandora and pick a station I'm in the mood for. Hmm... answering these questions is making me realize how much strain I put myself under when working. It's probably counter-productive for my creative side!


Name some of your favorite artists/bands.
Some of my favorite artists and bands are: Lady Gaga, Modest Mouse, Sarah Bareilles, Coldplay... 



Thank you so much Dacia! 


Weekend Guide September 10 + 11


Date: Saturday, September 10, 2011
Time: 8am - 1pm
Location: 702 N. Buckner, Dallas 75218
More Info: http://www.whiterocklocalmarket.com/
Etsy Dallas Members Participating: Dowdy Studio Wagon, La Alicia, Regal Cottage


Date: Sunday, September 11, 2011
Time: 7am-3 pm
Location: 1146 Peavy Road, Dallas
Etsy Dallas Member Participating: Dowdy Studio Wagon

A Craftastic Blast from the Past: Puffy Paint

Ah, puffy paint...we loved it...we hated it... But wait till you see what Shay from Bee Things comes up with when she works her crafty design skills in this blast from the past. Your gonna fall in love all over again as Shay shares a project she did with her kiddos.

Puffy Paint Tutorial with a Punch:
Step 1. Gather supplies $1 paint and $2.99 shirts at Hobby Lobby! Yay! I picked up a bunch of colors since they were so cheap.

Step 2. Design layout We sketched out our ideas first so we could make a template for size and placement.

Step 3. Design template Next we cut out a template using our drawings and made the first outline of our sea critter and robot using the template.


Step 4. Let the paint fly Then we went to town with all our paint and brought the images to life.

Step 5. Dry Let it dry over night and viola!

Step 6. Wear it Our kids loved their new tees!

Twitter Throwdown: A Crafty Challenge

In case you missed it, we had quite an exciting crafty challenge on twitter the other day. It all began like this:
@DowdyStudio accepted that challenge, improvised on supplies, and came up with this twitterific beauty:
Next, @Ferrochie threw his hat...um, no, wallet into the ring. It has a place for everything
and is oh, so eco-chic!

And then, I had to get into the action with a comical party bunting:
As always, you can count on Etsy Dallas to keep crafting fun! Be sure to follow @EtsyDallas so you won't miss one minute of all our crafty happenings. I, personally, can't wait to see what Jenni, our Chief Twitter Officer comes up with next. We would love to have you join us in our next Crafty Challenge!

Weekend Guide August 20 + 21

Babytique Grand Opening Showcase

Date: Saturday, August 20th
Time: 11am - 2pm
Location: Babytique, 5211 Forest Lane, Dallas
Cost: Free

More Treats to Beat the Heat

1. It's a Hoot Apron by miamaria
2. English Garden Pearl Necklace by Tefi
3. Mini Bowls by Karmacrochet
4. Sweetest Matryoshka Dolls by RegalCottage
5. Mini Donut Ornament or Keychain by Midnightsnack
6. Organic Baby Onesie by thepapernestco
7. Peaceful 8x10 Print by themiscellany
8. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You Cards by ohlouisedesigns
9. Green Glasses Passport Cover by Jenni20

It seems the heat is here to stay for awhile, so Anna from For the Love of Joy found us some more cool picks to help us beat the heat. Enjoy!

Blog Walk

What have your favorite Etsy Dallas artists been up to lately? Erin from Haute Hardware will take us on a stroll through their blogs to see!

Pam & Dylan over at Dowdy Studio sewed & screened a new batch of delightful pillows, just in time for their sale this past weekend at Good2Go Taco.

image via Dowdy Studio blog

The always eco-fabulous LaAlicia found inspiration in her mailbox, turning a stack of junk mail into this whimsical clutch bag!

image via La Alicia

Also looking out for our environment is Dacia of The Ruffly Owl, with her new cards made of 100% recycled card stock. I’m especially loving this Happy Birthday Mustache card:

image via The Ruffly Owl

Anna of The Joy Cottage is ramping up for a big update to her Etsy shop in August! A sneak peek of some of the amazingness you can expect to find:

image via For the Love of Joy

Oh Louise! and Silla Soup were nowhere to be found, as they’re on vacation, frolicking in the south of France and Disneyland, respectively! While we secretly hate them for this, we also hope they’re having a great time.

Thanks for taking a walk with us, and please visit all of these fantastic blogs (and more) by clicking the links on the left-hand side of this page!