Etsy Is Coming to Australia

matt_bio.jpgIt’s about damn time that someone from Etsy said hello to our friends in Australia, and I am very pleased to be the one to do it. I’ll be in Sydney and Melbourne June 3-5, 2011, and I would love nothing more than to gather Etsy members together, have a conversation, answer any questions you may have, and most importantly, invite you to meet and toast one another. Sadly, I will only be in Australia for three days (ugh! sorry, no time for Perth, Brisbane, Tasmania, or Adelaide on this quick trip. ), but I want to see as many of you as I can, as often as I can.

Here is where I will be. Can you join me?

Friday June 3:

I have been invited to Sydney as part of Creative Sydney, an annual celebration of makers, thinkers and creativity in Sydney.  This is where you will first find me.

1. Hands On: Makers Show Their Wares — 18:00

Sydney Opera House
2 Macquarie St
Sydney New South Wales 2000

Creative Sydney is hosting Hands On: Makers Show Their Wares. The session will introduce five of Sydney’s most outstanding designers,  makers and artisans. We’ll hear how they craft unique products, manage niche production processes and share their work with fans around the world.

Participants include Jodie Fox, founder of Shoes of Prey; Keg de Souza, a member of the Rizzeria printmaking collective; Jeremy Somers, founder of swimwear and print label We Are Handsome, and collaborative eyewear label COLAB.

There’s just one spot left on the line up – and the good people at Creative Sydney are saving it for an Etsy seller! If you’d like to share your work on stage at the Sydney Opera House, email hello@creativesydney.com.au with a link to your Etsy store and a one-line description of what you’d share with the Creative Sydney audience. They’ll invite one maker to present their product to the masses for 5 minutes! Entries close Friday, May 27, 2011.

From there, despite my king-sized jetlag, we will go party!

2. Etsy Party at the Kings Cross Hotel — 21:00

We’re teaming up with Creative Sydney and fbi Radio 94.5 FM to throw an epic Etsy party.

FBI Social at the Kings Cross Hotel
L2 248 William St,
Sydney, Australia 2011

We’ll be setting up an Etsy room there for everyone to show off their work . Please bring something to share and then stick around for DJs, drinks, and dancing.

Space is limited for this event, so please RSVP here 

Saturday, June 4:

1. The Affection Economy — 14:15

Sydney Opera House
2 Macquarie St
Sydney New South Wales 2000

I’ll be speaking at the Sydney Opera house as part of the affection economy session. Currently, this is waiting list only, but we’ll keep you posted if some spaces over up

2. Etsy Meetup and Chat with Matt — 16:00

Sydney Opera House, Western Foyer
2 Macquarie St
Sydney New South Wales 2000

Following my talk, I’ll be hosting an Etsy meetup at the Western Foyers of the Sydney Opera House – just outside the Playhouse Theatre. Please join me for a no-holds-barred chat about all things Etsy. I’ll be there to answer your questions and to hear about your experiences as a creative professional in Australia

Bye, bye, Sydney. Hello, Melbourne!

Sunday, June 5: Melbourne Australia

1. Etsy Evening: Food, Drinks, and Chat With Matt — 18:00

The Social Studio
128 Smith Street
Collingwood VIC 3066,

I’ll be hosting an Etsy evening at the deeply rad Social Studio in Melbourne. There will be a buffet of delicious food and wine, great company, and the opportunity for you to have your Etsy questions answered  and to share your experiences as a creative professional in Melbourne. Please feel to bring something from your shop to show the group.

WE CAN NO LONGER ACCEPT GUESTS FOR THIS EVENT. SORRY

 

It will be a whirlwind three days in Australia, but I could not be more excited!

  • MegansMenagerie

    MegansMenagerie says:

    Awesome!!!

    1 year ago

  • OverstockDeals

    OverstockDeals says:

    ah jeez, wish I were headin' to australia! :)

    1 year ago

  • VidGirlsandDolls

    VidGirlsandDolls says:

    Thanks for Sharing. Good luck !

    1 year ago

  • VaVaVoomByNikkiDanby

    VaVaVoomByNikkiDanby says:

    Good news!

    1 year ago

  • DaniCalve

    DaniCalve says:

    Sounds grand! Would love to visit Australia. :)

    1 year ago

  • rosebudshome

    rosebudshome says:

    Love Australia, say HELLO to my ETSY customers!

    1 year ago

  • redhardwick

    redhardwick says:

    Sounds like so much fun! Enjoy! :)

    1 year ago

  • Iammie

    Iammie says:

    Yay for Australian crafters!

    1 year ago

  • amyawalters

    amyawalters says:

    enjoy australia matt. some advice: australian's think it's the lamest thing in the world when you say "down under"

    1 year ago

  • PillowPallooza

    PillowPallooza says:

    I wish I was there....... where is Oprah when you need her ♥

    1 year ago

  • SheppardHillDesigns

    SheppardHillDesigns says:

    Lucky Matt. A beautiful place full of charming people. Have fun!

    1 year ago

  • NaturalPetProducts

    NaturalPetProducts says:

    WOO HOO, can you take someone with you?! :-) Would love to go, lucky you.

    1 year ago

  • mkh109

    mkh109 says:

    I will be in Sydney with a group from college on a travel study! We are going to the Opera house one day. It would be awesome if it was at the same time that you are there!

    1 year ago

  • TheMillineryShop

    TheMillineryShop says:

    Oh I WISH!

    1 year ago

  • strawberryluna

    strawberryluna says:

    You're the coolest Matt :) Have a blast down under and report back!

    1 year ago

  • LittleMissDressUp

    LittleMissDressUp says:

    Wow- That is fab!!! The Aussies are great- I studied there in college. I wish I could attend.

    1 year ago

  • Parachute425

    Parachute425 says:

    Enjoy

    1 year ago

  • CathodeBlue

    CathodeBlue says:

    Welcome! Love our awesome Aussie customers! :)

    1 year ago

  • iomiss

    iomiss says:

    You'll be really busy Matt!! Hope it is a good and productive travel!

    1 year ago

  • Leocardia

    Leocardia says:

    Go there! It´s very nice to meet Matt in person. Last year even before the european Etsy labs opened in Berlin, he came to Munich to encourage the Etsians here.

    1 year ago

  • SoliDeoGloriaSDG

    SoliDeoGloriaSDG says:

    Good luck, Aus!

    1 year ago

  • DaHukaHouse

    DaHukaHouse says:

    excellent!

    1 year ago

  • jessabella08

    jessabella08 says:

    COOL. AUSTRALIAN ETSARIANS REJOYCE! We are all heaps proud of our shops here . Promote australian shops, 80o/o of my clients are in the States or Canada. See you soon Matt. <3

    1 year ago

  • ikabags

    ikabags says:

    :)) Enjoy :)

    1 year ago

  • BanglewoodSupplies

    BanglewoodSupplies says:

    Very Nice!

    1 year ago

  • notApplicable

    notApplicable says:

    wouLD LOvE to viSiT oNE daY! SoMEdaY.

    1 year ago

  • TheScarfTree

    TheScarfTree says:

    Great that you are going to Australia and you are adding exposure there! I have had alot of buyers come to my store from Australia! Beautiful and great country! All the best on your trip!

    1 year ago

  • PixieLouFelt

    PixieLouFelt says:

    What about Brisbane. What's wrong with us?????

    1 year ago

  • LAccentNou

    LAccentNou says:

    Ohhh...cool! I go to Australia to say Hello to Matt! :D Have fun guys!

    1 year ago

  • TinyStuff

    TinyStuff says:

    I have always wanted to go to Australia...Take lots of pictures while you are there :)

    1 year ago

  • Verdurebydesign

    Verdurebydesign says:

    Yah! I'm so excited and am RSVPing right away. Thank you.

    1 year ago

  • maplemist

    maplemist says:

    A very warm welcome to you Matt and hope Etsy can come to Brisbane soon!

    1 year ago

  • NanaBellAntiques

    NanaBellAntiques says:

    Excellent! Some Day I will come and Visit! Monica Nana Bell Antiques & TheIDConnection :)

    1 year ago

  • pdiana67

    pdiana67 says:

    Matt, Have a fab meet & greet with Aussie Etsyers! Pity you're not coming to Brisbane - maybe next time?? Diana

    1 year ago

  • ohbabydotcom

    ohbabydotcom says:

    Tie me kangaroo down, Matt Tie me kangaroo down. Tie me kangaroo down, Matt Tie me kangaroo down. : )

    1 year ago

  • lithospherial

    lithospherial says:

    Welcome but may I suggest a review of your itinerary. Brisbane's where you really wanna be in the middle of the Australian winter!

    1 year ago

  • HotFudge

    HotFudge says:

    Excellent - I know you will have the time of your life here in Oz. However, I have to agree with Lithospherial - Brisbane is the ONLY place you'll want to be at that time of the year!

    1 year ago

  • theroyal

    theroyal says:

    good for you australia

    1 year ago

  • gretchenmist

    gretchenmist says:

    cool!! will be at the melbourne meetup for sure!

    1 year ago

  • percivalroad

    percivalroad says:

    fantastic!!!

    1 year ago

  • BambuEarth

    BambuEarth says:

    so cool. ♥

    1 year ago

  • NestInTheAttic

    NestInTheAttic says:

    I'm with *lithospherial*!!! Would have been fab to see you Matt, but not that easy to get down south. Brisbane should definitely have been on your agenda. Besides it IS too bl**dy cold down there! :)

    1 year ago

  • Juzii

    Juzii says:

    Great News. I will try to be in Sydney 4th June for the meetup. Just 3hrs down the road so hope to make it.

    1 year ago

  • fawa

    fawa says:

    Australia is one of the most magical and wonderful places in the whole entire world, and so are the people!!!! Go australia go!!

    1 year ago

  • Astrachic

    Astrachic says:

    How exciting Matt! You have a very busy time and only a few days. Be sure to come again soon and visit Adelaide too! Great hearing everyones comments about Australia.

    1 year ago

  • BlueMonsoonStudios

    BlueMonsoonStudios says:

    Yay!!!!!! You'll love it. But what shame you've only got three days - you really need three months, then you can see the outback, the centre and the awesome tropical north. Next time aye, mate ;)))))

    1 year ago

  • priscafaith

    priscafaith says:

    :) awesome, but would have to agree on coming to brisbane too! and no one here uses "down under" but all the same, welcome :D

    1 year ago

  • PenelopeRed

    PenelopeRed says:

    sounds great! it IS about time Etsy made its way to here! although 3 days is certainly not enough, atleast you get to see the Opera House, and perhaps what you could say a colorful side of Sydney- Kings Cross. I will probably be joining you on the Friday.

    1 year ago

  • lizincognito

    lizincognito says:

    Such great news! Shame you can't fit Brisbane in... maybe you can extend your stay??

    1 year ago

  • MariannMonika

    MariannMonika says:

    Fantastic news!!!

    1 year ago

  • theori

    theori says:

    Narrgh! If only i was over in the Eastern states, they get all the cool stuff! If i could take time off work I would SO be there!

    1 year ago

  • mystudio

    mystudio says:

    It sounds terrific. Try and squeeze in an extra day or two if you can Matt. There's so much to see here.

    1 year ago

  • KylieO

    KylieO says:

    Wow, that sounds awesome! I would be there in a flash if I wasn't on the other side of the country. Have a great time and good luck with that jet lag.

    1 year ago

  • artnomadix

    artnomadix says:

    Great ! Hopefully your visit here will bring Etsy into view for many Australians who don't even know about it yet! Would love to be there ....but I'm up in the Northern Rivers region just south of Brisbane, where it's warm and sunny. Hopefully we will have some representation from the DUST team there, -the Down Under Street Team, DUSTing up some fabulous artworks for you to see the vibrant and colourful creativity our members come up with !!

    1 year ago

  • jodiefox

    jodiefox says:

    Hi Matt, Looking forward to meeting you on the third! - Jodie Fox from Shoes of Prey

    1 year ago

  • lizbriggsdesigns

    lizbriggsdesigns says:

    Fantastic news

    1 year ago

  • CountrySquirrelsRUS

    CountrySquirrelsRUS says:

    Awe man! I love Australia, have always wanted to go...even looked at some property... and have so many awesome customers there. You'll have to give a full report when you return!

    1 year ago

  • earlybirdcreations

    earlybirdcreations says:

    Exciting stuff! Wish I could be there! Next time perhaps :) Enjoy your "fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants" trip Matt!

    1 year ago

  • KellyZarb

    KellyZarb says:

    Oh hopefully I'm not working so I can swing by!! This is great news for us Aussies. Yay!!

    1 year ago

  • krunki

    krunki says:

    Woohoo! But 3 days is not even close to enough time to enjoy Syd and Melb!

    1 year ago

  • TheNightjar

    TheNightjar says:

    lucky lucky lucky if you get to go! wish i could go back soon!

    1 year ago

  • paperholiday

    paperholiday says:

    Sounds like a ton of fun!

    1 year ago

  • RedLotusJewellery

    RedLotusJewellery says:

    I am in Melbourne but sadly wont be in Melbourne for this! Regardless, its great news. Hope yo enjoy your stay!

    1 year ago

  • milkandcookies

    milkandcookies says:

    fantastic! but only 3 days? that will be jetlag ouch!

    1 year ago

  • breadandroses2

    breadandroses2 says:

    Australia is surely a great destination. Have a swell time!

    1 year ago

  • KathyPanton

    KathyPanton says:

    ohh!! Please come to Brisbane!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Its only an hour on the plane from Sydney!

    1 year ago

  • KathyPanton

    KathyPanton says:

    Ok Im coming down!!!!!!!

    1 year ago

  • KathyPanton

    KathyPanton says:

    man you are going to be SO jetlagged lol

    1 year ago

  • freshlypickeddesigns

    freshlypickeddesigns says:

    Hurray for Australia!

    1 year ago

  • BAGSupplier

    BAGSupplier says:

    Good News!

    1 year ago

  • erinkazaam

    erinkazaam says:

    Are you suuuuure you don't want to pop up to Brisbane for a day? :) Seriously though, it's great to see Etsy visit Aus!

    1 year ago

  • jankaly

    jankaly says:

    Good to see you visit AU! Why not pop over to Perth for day as well!

    1 year ago

  • edwardandlilly

    edwardandlilly says:

    It's awesome that you're coming to Australia but what about Brisbane!? BrisStyle, the Brisbane Etsy team has over 160 members now who would love to chat to an Etsy rep! Maybe if there's a return visit in the future you could add Bris to your itinerary?

    1 year ago

  • MerCurios

    MerCurios says:

    Say hello to all my friends down under! Enjoy your trip. xo, MJ

    1 year ago

  • lillebeart

    lillebeart says:

    Forget Brisbane, the weather is soooo bland, and Melbourne is NOT what you call cold.....besides we have culture, and subculture and all the shades inbetween.... and talk about art.....and as I am from one of the places down under of down under, yes we use the term, it's the "g'day" bit we find the cheese. Will be there with bells on Matt- see you on our turf.

    1 year ago

  • mypatchesstudio

    mypatchesstudio says:

    Enjoy your trip!!

    1 year ago

  • awindowintime

    awindowintime says:

    Ive always wanted to visit Australia, so when ALOT of my customers were from Australia, I was excited!

    1 year ago

  • anne4bags

    anne4bags says:

    Can't believe how busy you will be! While it will be great to have you in Melbourne, next time come for longer! It's a fabulous place for independent artisans! See you there.

    1 year ago

  • Indounik

    Indounik says:

    Awesome. Australia is a big country and as I'm on the other side of it, it's not likely I'll get across for these events but it's great to see. Looks like a fantastic opportunity for those who can make it. Enjoy!

    1 year ago

  • mattAdmin

    matt says:

    Ok, I removed the downunder reference. I had no idea (total Australia noob). Unfortunately, I will not be able to make it to Brisbane or Adelaide on this trip. The only was I was able to make this trip work with preexisting obligations was to limit it to three days.

    1 year ago

  • heidiadnum

    heidiadnum says:

    What a treat for us in OZ that you're coming to visit, Matt! Hope you have a great time. I love hearing 'Down Under', so don't worry about that :)

    1 year ago

  • KathyPanton

    KathyPanton says:

    it was a Brit that said that about downunder lol we like the term downunder, theres even a song

    1 year ago

  • estasketch

    estasketch says:

    Man, no seats left for the Creative Sydney events? Can I justify the drive down just for a Kings Cross Etsy party? (I think I can...)

    1 year ago

  • kirstenann

    kirstenann says:

    It's great you are coming to Melbourne you will love it! a great way to let people know all about Etsy.

    1 year ago

  • ElizaJaneClips

    ElizaJaneClips says:

    As Melburnian Etsy people we are soooo excited that you're coming to Melbs. Really looking forward to the event and meeting you!

    1 year ago

  • rarebeasts

    rarebeasts says:

    Cool see you in Sydney!!!

    1 year ago

  • ShadeOfABonsai

    ShadeOfABonsai says:

    Next time - Hobart, Tasmania!

    1 year ago

  • pannikin

    pannikin says:

    Awesome. I'm Brisbane based though so won't be able to check it out. PS. I agree with amyawalters - the term 'down under' is lame. So is saying G'day. Don't say that. No Australian I know says this.

    1 year ago

  • retrofitreality

    retrofitreality says:

    Great that Matt is coming to Australia to share the Etsy love - remember to pack some winter woollies Matt

    1 year ago

  • whitenoisemaker

    whitenoisemaker says:

    Hope one day Etsy makes it all the way down to NEW ZEALAND! :)

    1 year ago

  • lorenabr

    lorenabr says:

    Lovely !

    1 year ago

  • planettreasures

    planettreasures says:

    Great news, would love to get there to meet you - I'm an hour and a bit outside Sydney.

    1 year ago

  • lewlew09

    lewlew09 says:

    Would love Etsy to come a little further to New Zealand soon!!

    1 year ago

  • misslelly

    misslelly says:

    You left Tasmania off the map. How rude. There's a tonne of crafting talent there.

    1 year ago

  • mybeardedpigeon

    mybeardedpigeon says:

    Well it's about bloody time!! And Yay!! And yes please don't say g'day it makes us cringe. Have a ball!!!!Unfortunately I can't make it!!!

    1 year ago

  • mybeardedpigeon

    mybeardedpigeon says:

    And wouldn't it be great to feature an Australian seller with for example s map of Australia cushion on your blogpost picture! Hint hint!!!!!!

    1 year ago

  • RubyTombstone

    RubyTombstone says:

    Wish I could make it to one of those places, but they're way too far away. Will try to find someone to convey my questions to though.

    1 year ago

  • RubyTombstone

    RubyTombstone says:

    Oh wow. I'm not trying to be funny or anything, but leaving Tassie off the map? Wow. No offence, but just a tiny bit of preparatory research on Etsy's part would have been nice.

    1 year ago

  • VkLeather

    VkLeather says:

    ....and futher advice, dont believe any of us if we caution to watch out for 'drop bears' :)

    1 year ago

  • byconnie

    byconnie says:

    Have a fabulous time in Oz Matt! You know, there are also these other fabulous Australian capital cities who are huge supporters of Etsy - Perth, Hobart and Darwin (not sure how much support there is in Darwin, but u should be able to see the stats on that) if u are to mention just capital cities, becos there are many regional supporters too. But seeing as u only have 3 days in Oz... Sydney & Melbourne were the perfect choices! ENJOY!

    1 year ago

  • mattAdmin

    matt says:

    Sorry Perth, just gave you a quick shout out

    1 year ago

  • mattAdmin

    matt says:

    And Tasmania and NZ. We'll make it back again soon.

    1 year ago

  • sugarloop

    sugarloop says:

    Right,I'm flying over to Sydney in June!

    1 year ago

  • percyhandmade

    percyhandmade says:

    How exciting! I am so happy Etsy is coming to Oz! I live in Canberra (a 2.5 hour drive or a 1 hour flight) from Sydney so I try my very best to attend! Yay!!!!

    1 year ago

  • amyawalters

    amyawalters says:

    I AM Australian, not a Brit! I've only been living in the UK for two years! By the way guys, it wasn't etsy who left tassie off the map, it was the seller of that paper cut. He has written a big disclaimer on the listing saying he knows he left it off and he's sorry but because of the nature of the paper cut he couldn't include it. I guess he got a lot of hate mail! Matt you will love Melbourne, it's a great city, the most like a European city that you will find in Australia.

    1 year ago

  • harlex

    harlex says:

    come to Hong Kong or Asia next time :)

    1 year ago

  • byconnie

    byconnie says:

    heheee Matt, thx for the shoutout to Perth! Oh yeah percyhandmade, Matt there's also our Australian Capital City, Canberra! Ok enough of the geog. lesson! Have an absolute blast. We are a lovely fun bunch :)

    1 year ago

  • chickadoolane

    chickadoolane says:

    next time come to Perth...please!!!

    1 year ago

  • littlejennywren

    littlejennywren says:

    Well I am in Tassie but would love to go to the Melbourne meet up. You will love Melbourne, well you will probably love Sydney too but I love Melbourne best. When you come back, come to Tassie, lots of great Etsy sellers here and wonderful food, wine, beer, chocolate, countryside, mountains, beaches, cute little cities.

    1 year ago

  • shellsherree

    shellsherree says:

    How exciting!! I'm putting my plea in for adding a Brisbane leg as well! Here's hoping ~ next time, if not this. It's gorgeous up here. Wishing you a wonderful time, Matt, and I'm really happy for the Australian Etsians who can make it along.

    1 year ago

  • Gooseflesh

    Gooseflesh says:

    Great to hear you're coming to Australia. Shame Brisbane is not on your itinary. Enjoy your stay

    1 year ago

  • JulieAnnsJewels

    JulieAnnsJewels says:

    Enjoy your visit to Aust, who knows you may fall in love with us and make repeat visits to other cities and the small county towns like mine... Nhill.

    1 year ago

  • AccentsandPetals

    AccentsandPetals says:

    Sounds like fun. Enjoy your trip.

    1 year ago

  • KiwiLiz

    KiwiLiz says:

    Tasmania isn't part of your tour OR you map, the Tasmanians will deeply offended. Thankfully I'm in Melbourne! Hurray!

    1 year ago

  • RadicalGlass

    RadicalGlass says:

    Wow no time to get over your Jet lag. Have fun here in Aus. Oh and don't forget to bring warm clothing for the mornings/evenings. Getting rather chilly here now.

    1 year ago

  • littleshopofphotos

    littleshopofphotos says:

    I so wish I could be heading to Australia!!!!!

    1 year ago

  • Rhubarbacado

    Rhubarbacado says:

    brilliant! Melbourne meet, here I come!

    1 year ago

  • Sarahlovescountry

    Sarahlovescountry says:

    Yay for Sydney Visits and Vivid Festival !!

    1 year ago

  • HopnFrogPottery

    HopnFrogPottery says:

    Hey Matt, i hope u enjoy our beautiful cities of Sydney & Melbourne. I hope to have a chance to pop over to the Opera house for the 'meet up & chat'. By the way, bring warm clothes, the evenings & mornings are quite cold atm :o)

    1 year ago

  • belindasaville

    belindasaville says:

    Ohhhhhh, I would have LOVED to have come along to the Melbourne meet...but we'll be in Darwin on holidays! :-( Promise you'll come back again soon, Matt!! ;-)

    1 year ago

  • shabbychateau

    shabbychateau says:

    enjoy your visit, Melbournes wonderful. Next time put Perth on your itinerary.

    1 year ago

  • jibbyandjuna

    jibbyandjuna says:

    Matt it sounds like you will be seriously exhausted...but I look forward to hearing morning about our Australian Etsians!

    1 year ago

  • SweetScarletDesigns

    SweetScarletDesigns says:

    Awesome, great. See you in Sydney!

    1 year ago

  • missfit87

    missfit87 says:

    yay matt gave perth a shout out!! im just happy ur recognising australia!!

    1 year ago

  • mickyOHriginal

    mickyOHriginal says:

    wooo hooo, i live in melbourne! ill be there!! :)

    1 year ago

  • Booboodada

    Booboodada says:

    That's great news! You'd better start shopping for your winter woolies! Looking forward to meeting you in Melbourne :)

    1 year ago

  • shimmerandglow

    shimmerandglow says:

    I'll be there! :D

    1 year ago

  • Debinito

    Debinito says:

    Melbourne welcomes you and all the etsy community. If you get a chance, pop down Brunswick Street, Fitzroy (around the corner from Collingwood). It's a 3D experience of etsy with fab coffee and a melting pot of cultures.

    1 year ago

  • magicjelly

    magicjelly says:

    At laaaaast! Australians have been some of Etsy's most engaged, enthusiastic & talented members since the beginning, so it's nice that you're finally dropping by - although 3 days is pretty brief! Just a little note...for consistency's sake, it should read "...Perth, Brisbane, Hobart, or Adelaide..." (Tasmania is the state, not the capital city). Just my opinion too...I don't have a problem with "down under", "g'day", "bewdy mate", "cooee cobber" or any other aus-related colloquialisms - I think they're quaint & colourful!

    1 year ago

  • jwatty

    jwatty says:

    Melbourne is pretty much the best place in the world! Gertrude Street, Cookie (great restaurant) and an afternoon coffee in St. Kilda makes for a wonderful day. I am so jealous I can't stand it. Have a great trip!

    1 year ago

  • Mclovebuddy

    Mclovebuddy says:

    Love!

    1 year ago

  • rosi3

    rosi3 says:

    Just had a buyer from Australia!

    1 year ago

  • monkeywingdesigns

    monkeywingdesigns says:

    Fantastic! You will have a great time in Australia.

    1 year ago

  • KathyPanton

    KathyPanton says:

    no more seats left at the Opera House..

    1 year ago

  • lewunique

    lewunique says:

    I had a customer just last week ask me if I ship to Australia... Exciting times in Etsy!

    1 year ago

  • melliechicken

    melliechicken says:

    Welcome to Sydney! I hope you have a blast while you are here. I love Etsy and I'm always telling people how great the site is. I would love for more shops to ship to us so please help spread the word :)

    1 year ago

  • ShinyThingsAustralia

    ShinyThingsAustralia says:

    fantastic news! Maybe next time Adelaide can be on your list - we have some amazing artisans here in South Australia, & we so often get put in the "too hard" basket for travel gigs :)

    1 year ago

  • pogoshop

    pogoshop says:

    I'm here in the U.S., but have met so many kind Aussie friends through Etsy. They give me a lovely impression of Australia. Sounds like a great trip, Matt. Have a blast!

    1 year ago

  • NicholeDesigns

    NicholeDesigns says:

    wonderful!

    1 year ago

  • RosalindGraceDesigns

    RosalindGraceDesigns says:

    Oh Yay on coming to Australia but boo - I can't make it :-( Enjoy Sydney!

    1 year ago

  • hundredsofbuttons

    hundredsofbuttons says:

    This is a good move. I hope it goes well for everyone who can be there.

    1 year ago

  • mOKIdESIGN

    mOKIdESIGN says:

    Matt What about New Zealand!!!!

    1 year ago

  • PassionflowerJewelry

    PassionflowerJewelry says:

    WOW, I'm feeling the love for Oz!! Totally bummed you aren't coming to Brisvegas Matt, next time, pretty please?

    1 year ago

  • sharronmay

    sharronmay says:

    This is great news. Have to add another voice for Brisbane next time please. You will have a great time regardless of number of days.

    1 year ago

  • ritarenata

    ritarenata says:

    congratulation to this event, that is sooo great . yippie hurray to australia!!! tell them greetings from europe! rita

    1 year ago

  • miniink

    miniink says:

    Sniff. Will be there in spirit, while I create over here in Perth. Glad to see you are visiting our fair country!

    1 year ago

  • achrisst

    achrisst says:

    sounds great

    1 year ago

  • girliepains

    girliepains says:

    Oh joy!

    1 year ago

  • girliepains

    girliepains says:

    Oh joy!

    1 year ago

  • girliepains

    girliepains says:

    Oh joy!

    1 year ago

  • myvintageheart2011

    myvintageheart2011 says:

    thats fantastic hopefully I will c u in melbourne

    1 year ago

  • waltersbeads

    waltersbeads says:

    its about time - yes!

    1 year ago

  • waltersbeads

    waltersbeads says:

    its about time - yes!

    1 year ago

  • WriteAtHome

    WriteAtHome says:

    Sending LOVE to all the family and friends in Australia... I'll be there in spirit. In the mean time, for those of you who miss the outback, check out: http://www.etsy.com/listing/68277280/australia-vinyl-sticker-decal-for-car

    1 year ago

  • 28cici

    28cici says:

    hope we have more customers from all over the world http://www.dhgate.com/retail-pacakgecath-kidston-series-phone-case/p-ff8080812fd982e6012ff4f74b013c0a.html

    1 year ago

  • MeAndBoo

    MeAndBoo says:

    Smith Street is a great place, you have to visit The Lost and Found Market (vintage delights) and Monsieur Truffle - for the best hot chocolate in town. Will try and get to the meeting, hurrah!

    1 year ago

  • SusannahTucker

    SusannahTucker says:

    Brilliant! How about you pop over to NZ while you are Down Under? :)

    1 year ago

  • ArtistsBook

    ArtistsBook says:

    People showing their wares on a Friday night in Kings Cross has all sorts of connotations. You'll see what I mean when you get here, just step outside for a while. We think of Vivid Sydney as a light show; I just had a look at the program and it seems to have expanded this year. Pity all the tickets are gone but that's typical Sydney. I hope you enjoy your trip. Autumn in Sydney is lovely. If you have any spare time have a look at the Craft NSW Shop in the Rocks. http://www.artsandcraftsnsw.com.au/OurGallery.htm BTW I find it a bit insulting that you used a photo that shows "mainland Australia" rather than Australia and that you've chosen a product from an American seller to promote this article. AM

    1 year ago

  • TiTiLI

    TiTiLI says:

    Would love to visit Australia

    1 year ago

  • missymaomao

    missymaomao says:

    Enjoy your stay Matt. We are very welcoming here so you should feel pretty much at home.

    1 year ago

  • kathcojewellery

    kathcojewellery says:

    Hi Matt, So exiting!!!!! I really hope to get to go to the party and fingers crossed for a spot at the talk on Saturday. You will love us Aussies :)

    1 year ago

  • NikkiMontenegro

    NikkiMontenegro says:

    Ooh! I'm from Sydney and will be attending the Etsy party! Looking forward to meeting you Matt! And meeting other Etsy crafters there :)

    1 year ago

  • ahowe73

    ahowe73 says:

    Hey lovely Etsyians! Make sure those of you who were lucky enough to get tickets to the Creative Sydney events (especially the social meet up at Kings Cross) tell Matt all about our project to go to the Hello Etsy conference in Berlin in September! Anything anyone can do to help is hugely appreciated!! http://www.indiegogo.com/Berlin-by-September Thanks everyone!

    1 year ago

  • insectus

    insectus says:

    I'm so bummed to have missed out on a seat! Hope we see an Etsy base in Melbourne one day, would be awesome to have a venue for Labs and meetups. Have fun, everyone!

    1 year ago

  • MooBeeTees

    MooBeeTees says:

    I would have loved to have met up with you in Melbourne Matt - you'll have a blast meeting all of the fabulous Etsians in Australia! Next time, plan for a longer trip - do a 'round country' experience - you'll love it and we'll love seeing you :0)

    1 year ago

  • lovelysweetwilliam

    lovelysweetwilliam says:

    It was great to meet you tonight Matt - thanks for coming out and hope it happens again soon! Cheers paula

    363 days ago

  • PaddyMelon

    PaddyMelon says:

    Thanks for making it down to Melbourne, Matt! It was a great evening, and I learned a lot and met some great people. Did you have to go to the bottle shop before 9? Looking forward to further Etsy Australia events!!

    363 days ago

  • nowvintage

    nowvintage says:

    Lots of my very favorite customers are in Australia! I think it is great that someone is going there, I sure wish I could!! I love the community, and I can tell I would love the country!

    256 days ago