Thanks to all who attended last Friday’s community chat. As promised, I have a compiled relevant links and resources to be used in educating yourself, spreading the word, and taking action around the CPSIA. I willl be updating this document from time to time, and will be sure to post updates as they arise.
I have not included a section on proposed exemptions at this point, as I am awaiting confirmation from the CPSC on where we stand exactly. I will update the document as soon as I hear back.
Download version 1 of the Action Kit (PDF file).
A follow up discussion will be held on Tuesday evening at 5:00PM EST.
Times on the Virtual Labs Lobby are displayed in your local time.
General Agenda for Tuesday’s Meeting:
1. Briefing/Update on the CPSIA and the CPSC - To the best of my ability, I will discuss, in layman’s terms, what the law says, and where it stands now.
2. The CPSIA Action Kit - Links, resources, contacts. Everything you need to get involved.
3. The CPSIA and Etsy – Where we stand and what we know.
About Community Chatt With Matt:
Every month Etsy admin, Matt invites you to join him for a live, online discussion on topics of interest to the Etsy community. Our intention is to give buyers and sellers alike the opportunity to speak directly and candidly to Etsy Admin. We listen, take notes, and make sure that everybody who wants to gets a chance to speak. We can always be reached at community@etsy.com with more ideas and suggestions.
85 comments
Sign in to add your ownGoldtoneDesigns says:
Thank You Matt!!!!! You seriously ROCK! ♥
3 years ago
boygirlboygirldesign says:
Thanks Matt!!!!
3 years ago
etsyBABY says:
Team EtsyBABY thanks you!!!
3 years ago
EpicBones says:
yikes, i missed it!! i'll check out the links, thanks for posting
3 years ago
pogoshop says:
Matt, I can't be there. If you have any info, will you address the issues that may be unique for those of us who up-cycle? Thanks for taking this on!
3 years ago
CraftZany says:
Thank you matt!
3 years ago
MelissasMelange says:
Thanks Matt! It certainly looks like Etsy has done much to support this cause. As someone involved in public health, I have been reading about this issue with much interest to understand the impacts of this kind of legislation on businesses. Sometimes people in my profession can get so passionate about protecting children that all of the implications about how a law is put into practice is not thought through. I certainly hope that this is resolved to the satisfaction and safety for all concerned!
3 years ago
meredithdillman says:
Thank you!
3 years ago
humblebea says:
Wonderful! Thanks Matt! (-:
3 years ago
mizuryu says:
Thanks Matt!!
3 years ago
LuLusWoobies says:
Thank you!
3 years ago
WrenWillow says:
thank you!
3 years ago
haddy2dogs says:
Awesome! Thank you!
3 years ago
MomNMiaQuilts says:
Matt & Etsy - thank you for your continued efforts. You are very much appreciated!
3 years ago
ZozoBugBaby says:
THANK YOU!!!!
3 years ago
Illustratorsam says:
Great-thanks!
3 years ago
pammydawn says:
Fabulous! Thanks so much!
3 years ago
LittleCritters00 says:
thanks matt
3 years ago
MommysMonkey says:
Etsy is making this monkey happy with all their support and commitment!!!
3 years ago
brianslittlegirl says:
Thank you, thank you, thank you!! We all need to keep on top of this, keep informed, and keep in contact with our representatives as much as possible.
3 years ago
IcingOnTheCupcake says:
Thank you!
3 years ago
babypeasandcarrots says:
Thanks for the support!
3 years ago
Ryanplz says:
i love mullishmuse's finger puppet!
3 years ago
thecleverkitty says:
The Action Kit is fantastic!! Thanks so much, Matt!!! Looking forward to the follow up chat tomorrow night.
3 years ago
babyjewlz says:
Awesome! Thank you for all the info.
3 years ago
daniellexo says:
Wowza - great action kit!
3 years ago
worksofwhimsy says:
Thanks! Appreciate it.
3 years ago
babycheeks says:
Thanks Matt, you rock!
3 years ago
vivikas says:
thank you so much!
3 years ago
WhimsicalMom says:
Thank you!!!!!
3 years ago
JoyandWhimsy says:
Thank you!
3 years ago
LeakyMouth says:
Thank you so much!!
3 years ago
tukysboutique says:
Thank you so much! :)
3 years ago
metzypants says:
Great news!
3 years ago
blynkenandnod says:
splendid! :) Have you had ongoing contact with the CPSC?
3 years ago
bugbitesplayfood says:
Brilliant! Thanks so much Matt - you are amazing for all your hard work on this issue.
3 years ago
chronicyarner says:
Thanks!
3 years ago
redyellowandblueink says:
Thanks!
3 years ago
detailsshop says:
So very thankful!!
3 years ago
Labeba says:
Thanks a bunch!
3 years ago
AmyRoseDesigns says:
Thanks Matt... your work is appreciated!
3 years ago
Kezzaroo says:
Plush Team signing in, thanks for the support Matt!
3 years ago
Iammie says:
nice stuffs!
3 years ago
Huismus says:
Great! Thanks!
3 years ago
BabbidgePatch says:
Thank you, Matt ~ for all the support re: this issue!
3 years ago
mamaslittlemonkeys says:
Thank you!
3 years ago
foofooandmore says:
Thanks Matt for all the sopport
3 years ago
FlanneryCrane says:
Thank you Matt!
3 years ago
breadandroses says:
Many thanks for all your efforts! Let's hope this matter is resolved asap so we can simply get back to work.
3 years ago
kunklebaby says:
Thank you Matt!!!
3 years ago
NannysDesigns says:
Thank you Matt. It is such a strain on all of us.
3 years ago
AnnieandOlive says:
Yes, thank you so much...
3 years ago
CalliopeCouture says:
Thanks for all your attention on this Matt. So nice to know someone is keeping a clear head at this time. Look forward to hearing more...Deb
3 years ago
deelind says:
Most excellent and greatly appreciated!
3 years ago
LaireMarie says:
Thanks!
3 years ago
WoobieDesigns says:
Thanks!!!
3 years ago
absolutelysmall says:
Thank you for posting this! I've posted the info to TheNeedle.org.
3 years ago
CoonAndCole says:
Thanks Matt and etsy for providing this information - is is much appreciated and I have been able to send requests to my representatives and provide links for others based on the information from the Forums and Storque. Thanks a billion!
3 years ago
bellassweetboutique says:
Thanks Matt! Let's get the word out everyone!!!
3 years ago
FRANCISBEL says:
thanks......
3 years ago
LadybugLimited says:
Thank you! Off to download the Action Kit now to see what I can add to my efforts!
3 years ago
pumpkinhaus says:
Thank You!!
3 years ago
Jewelweeds says:
thanks Matt!
3 years ago
bamdesigns says:
thanks Matt and Etsy for all your hardwork and support! I am hoping to make the next chat but glad you are adding the notes for us to view just in case.
3 years ago
kittybblove says:
This is great- kudos for the resources.
3 years ago
BabyCandy says:
Thanks so much! This is very helpful. Go, fight, win! Olivia
3 years ago
daisycreek says:
Thank you, Matt and everyone at Etsy... it's nice to know that you are all so supportive and working hard to help us! The virtual lab was so interesting - it was my first time being able to observe. Nice job managing all the comments and questions. THanks again!!!
3 years ago
mom2twogals says:
Thanks again Matt for round two in the chat:) Always great to "see" you-and remember, make sure those almonds are lead free:P
3 years ago
blynkenandnod says:
!! lol, i just realized that the finger puppet looks like waxman! that rocks!! where did you guys find that photo??
3 years ago
blynkenandnod says:
oh look at that.. click the link, and voila. ;~) nevermind. i seriously love the finger puppet, though.
3 years ago
soapmakermom says:
Thanks you...
3 years ago
GretchensCreations says:
Thank you for the extensive resource list! I am passing it on to one of my local news people.
3 years ago
lillybelledesigns says:
Thanks so much for your insight and for helping all the shops that will be affected by this!
3 years ago
newyorkglitter says:
Thank you Matt for doing all of this!
3 years ago
janssendesigns says:
Thank you Matt and Etsy for keeping us up to date and for all the links.
3 years ago
littledebrarae says:
Thank you Matt. I've blogged about this to conservatives and liberals alike. Both are living in LALA land. Even some gallery owners think ........ It doesn't 'affect' me, so why should I care? WHy can't they make something 'else'? YOU adapted (never mind that I lost almost $1000 from the cloth ART dolls I could no longer SELL!!!), why can't THEY? And my very favorite ............ OH, it won't be 'that' bad! I'm sorry, but I'm frusterated! I will have ever pass one everything you posted here to those same sources. Thanks.
3 years ago
nestingforbaby says:
Im a little confused, i make handmade baby blankets. Do i have to test those as well? Thanks
3 years ago
SunshineAnniedesigns says:
I signed the petitions. Lets all think positive.
3 years ago
mullishmuse says:
HOLLA!! thanks for showing Waxman in all his glory. But thanks more for putting this kit together. It's a great tool.
3 years ago
HeirloomImpressions says:
Still confused, where is the original link please?
3 years ago
birchleafdesigns says:
Thanks Matt!
3 years ago