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Shop Live with ReadyMade: October 7, 2009
Story by daniellexo, katherinesharpe
Published on October 1, 2009 in Events

As a child, I used to debate earnestly with my friends about whether Halloween or Christmas was the better holiday. Christmas had superior presents, but Halloween was somehow, undeniably, cooler. It’s an assessment I’d still stand by. There’s just something so right about a late fall holiday that’s dedicated to death, decay, and the uncanny — not to mention acting a little mischievous.

My favorite Halloween costumes and décor pieces walk the fine line that defines Halloween: between being seriously creepy, and reveling in the playful humor of grown people dressing up like something they’re not. Inspiration for your own Halloween party or costume is everywhere; just ask yourself what terrifies you the most, and then embrace it and camp it up. Or get your blood flowing by joining me for a live, interactive shopping event in Etsy’s Virtual Labs on Wednesday, October 7. I’ll be sharing some of ReadyMade’s favorite Halloween finery, from easy DIY costume starters to elements that will make you want to trick out your lair for a memorable bash.

When? Wednesday, October 7 at 4 p.m. ET (Click here to calculate your local time.) Note: The Virtual Labs doors won't open until exactly 4 p.m. ET!

Where? Etsy's fun and interactive online meeting space, the Virtual Labs. Remember the Virtual Labs only holds 150 people — so make sure to be on time. All you'll need to attend is an Etsy account — register here!

Who? Katherine Sharpe, ReadyMade's Online Editor will be our host — live from the Etsy Labs!

Want a sneak peek? Make sure you're signed up for our Etsy Finds mailing list to get ReadyMade's Halloween Etsy picks directly to your inbox next Wednesday, October 7.

Share in the excitement — join us on Twitter and tag your Shop Live tweets #EtsyLive.

P.S. See more Etsy Halloween items in these Storque articles.

P.P.S. Want to get ReadyMade Magazine delivered to your doorstep for only $10 this year? Of course you do!

Tags costumes, decor, decorating, DIY, EtsyLive, Etsy Live, Events, EVENTS, Halloween, holidays, Katherine Sharpe, October, online workshops, ReadyMade Magazine, Shop Live, shopping, Virtual Labs
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Oct. 1, 2009 at 2:55 p.m. QuiltFinger

HEHEHE! I love the zombie potato!!! Wonderful picks! I'm excited already!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 2:56 p.m. XPoppysWickedGardenX

Oh YAY! I'll be there! THanks for letting us know;)

Oct. 1, 2009 at 2:57 p.m. ParadiseBodyShop

The Egg People are so awesome! Especially the green one!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 2:57 p.m. thestapeliacompany

Nice. :)

Oct. 1, 2009 at 2:57 p.m. shopgoodgrace

oh my goodness!! Loving these picks!! (I "heart" ReadyMade!!)

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:01 p.m. ChloesRuffleButt

I love the Halloween Yarn Monster! That's amazing!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:03 p.m. PrimaryRedux

Prom Zombie, Human Body Tag and Egg Monsters are awesome!!!
Every girl should be a Zombie Prom girl! Best prom dress ever.

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:10 p.m. sleepyking

Ahhhhsome! I can't wait for this one!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:12 p.m. paisleybaby

I love the egg people.

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:14 p.m. LuminousDreamDesigns

Lol I love the zombie potato costume!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:16 p.m. birdshaveflowers

love love it!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:17 p.m. louilouivintage

cute! cute!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:17 p.m. paramountvintage

i'll be there.
and ooh la la, what amazing costumes!!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:22 p.m. BlueGremlin

ready made freaking rules everyone should get that magazine!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:22 p.m. beautifulbridget

Love that Lippy Fang pillow!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:22 p.m. sonyarasi

Funny stuff!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:25 p.m. clubviv

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wow such lovely picks!!!!

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http://www.clubviv.etsy.com

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:29 p.m. tinahdee

Prom Zombie, lol. That's cool.

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:29 p.m. pinkytoeclothing

the beard rocks!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:31 p.m. hellobrowneyes

ahh I love ReadyMade! These are some awesome picks.. I can't wait until October 7! I have lots of shopping to do for my little cousins.. and secretly myself.. :)

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:39 p.m. oldworldprimitives

I am so there!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:40 p.m. zombiequeensusan

i love the zombie potato!!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:41 p.m. MetalheartDesign

ReadyMade is an awesome mag! Looking forward to this

Oct. 1, 2009 at 3:44 p.m. sleepyking

By the way, I just subscribed to ReadyMade! So excited to receive it! I had never heard about this mag. until today.

Oct. 1, 2009 at 4:02 p.m. VixVintage

Oh I love Halloween too, thanks for the fun collection!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 4:11 p.m. SimpleJoysPaperie

VERY fun selections!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 4:18 p.m. warpedLaurie

love,love,love

Oct. 1, 2009 at 4:40 p.m. lovelygifts

Very cute, love the checkers set of Mummies and Vampires!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 4:57 p.m. SteppingStones

Great picks!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 5:06 p.m. TheShabbyPinkCottage

Ooh fun

Oct. 1, 2009 at 5:21 p.m. littlealouette

awesome!!! xoxo

Oct. 1, 2009 at 5:27 p.m. MyMoms

Super duper cute choices!!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 5:51 p.m. BoutiqueHermosa

Love the Pillow!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 5:51 p.m. DancingMooney

Love the Vampire Fangs necklace, how fun!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 5:52 p.m. ScrappinCorner

very cool chess set. Love the mummies and vampires! These are all great pics!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 6:03 p.m. LeftoverFishStikks

I LOVE those little eggie monsters!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 6:06 p.m. StaceyGynn

I love Shop Live events!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 6:34 p.m. ocasiocasa

The mummies and vampires checkers set is too cute! I've never been to a Shop Live event; it sounds fun. I think I'll give it a try.

Oct. 1, 2009 at 6:51 p.m. bytheway

Love that ferocious pink monster :)

Oct. 1, 2009 at 7:13 p.m. monkeyandsquirrel

oh yay... ready made and halloween. two great tastes that taste great together!!!

Oct. 1, 2009 at 8:23 p.m. ArtDecoDame

great picks

Oct. 1, 2009 at 8:51 p.m. adriwichert

the zombie potato is amazing

Oct. 1, 2009 at 9:26 p.m. jenmaestre

Spooky.

Oct. 1, 2009 at 11:14 p.m. Beadymonkey

Ah my fav time of year! Excellent article!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 12:49 a.m. ChocolateMintCrafts

The vampire checkers are really cool!!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 2:45 a.m. OopisNein

Oh! This is amazing.

Oct. 2, 2009 at 5:26 a.m. krize

I love glitzconcepts hats! :))

Oct. 2, 2009 at 8:55 a.m. cassidycay

Yay! Costumes!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 9:36 a.m. DalkullanJewelry

Oh No Another Monster is too cute!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 11:14 a.m. Chantial

I am so ready for Halloween this year!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 11:35 a.m. wristielove

nice picks. ove the human body tag. thx katherine! and danielle- your avatar is awesome.

Oct. 2, 2009 at 11:35 a.m. strawberryona

cool stuff!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 12:30 p.m. patspottery

Sounds like fun:>)

Oct. 2, 2009 at 12:43 p.m. LittleCritters00

These items make me oh so HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 8:34 p.m. shrinemaiden

Love the Tricky Tricky fiber!

Oct. 2, 2009 at 10:30 p.m. Mumbot

I'm looking forward to this! Halloween is my fav too.. it lasts the entire month of October for me! =) My shop actually has a lingering Halloween feel all year long... hope that doesn't make me weird

=^_^=

Oct. 2, 2009 at 10:32 p.m. thumbelina1973

i love the monster hat..awesome...

Oct. 3, 2009 at 12:41 p.m. Iammie

Nice picked!

Oct. 3, 2009 at 3:22 p.m. giftbird

Happy Halloween!

Oct. 3, 2009 at 7:23 p.m. bhangtiez

fun finds...

Oct. 3, 2009 at 7:58 p.m. jodieflowers

I love a Handmade Halloween!!

Oct. 3, 2009 at 8:44 p.m. jbeaudet

I love Halloween! Cute picks, thanks!

Oct. 4, 2009 at 4:50 a.m. sage12888

Very Cool!!!

Oct. 4, 2009 at 10:33 a.m. worksandfinds

That monster potato is funny.

Oct. 4, 2009 at 1:57 p.m. JL67

I LOVE Halloween too! Thanks sooo much for including my vampire fangs... :)

Oct. 4, 2009 at 3:33 p.m. WhiteFlagDesigns

Totally gonna try and make it to this one!! :D

Oct. 4, 2009 at 5:33 p.m. ElegantHobbies

Great selections.. Love the egg carton different characters... Too cute..

Oct. 4, 2009 at 5:48 p.m. Stargazer02

cool!

Oct. 4, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. ohbabydotcom

Really cute collection.
I love the little monster hat. Very creative and fun!

Oct. 4, 2009 at 11:04 p.m. LovMely

Fantastic! Halloween Rocks! I usually stay home and pass out candy to all the little monsters, but this year i am going to a PHISH concert...well more like 3 day festival. So i will be dressing up in 3 different costumes ;) I'm making up for all the past years...hehe ;)

Happy HALLOWEEN to all of you beautiful Etsy folks.

Oct. 5, 2009 at 11:49 a.m. PunkUpBettie

Great choices! We love Halloween, too!

Oct. 5, 2009 at 2:12 p.m. feltmeupdesigns

so cool... i couldn't get organised in time for halloween this year. maybe next year!

Oct. 5, 2009 at 3:31 p.m. designlab443

BOO! Halloween is fun!

Oct. 5, 2009 at 6:38 p.m. madsciencecreations

What fun!! I <3 the monster chess sets. :)

Oct. 5, 2009 at 9:45 p.m. gingercatpress

I love the devil tail!

Oct. 5, 2009 at 10:48 p.m. RozPetalzStudio

the tail is too cute

Oct. 6, 2009 at 12:55 p.m. yifatiii

love it!

Oct. 6, 2009 at 3:06 p.m. Dalina

i love Yarn Monster Dress

Oct. 6, 2009 at 3:36 p.m. lonivintage

Really cute!

Oct. 6, 2009 at 5:35 p.m. sharonclancydesigns

Fun fun fun!!!! Love the chess set!

Oct. 6, 2009 at 11:12 p.m. pawsntails

The mummies and vampires set is cool!

Oct. 7, 2009 at 8:42 a.m. mulch

I love this time of year!!

Check out this cute Skully Coupon Book..
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?...

Oct. 7, 2009 at 12:47 p.m. AnthroPoMorphCo

halloween! yaaaaaaaaaay! :D

Oct. 7, 2009 at 1:31 p.m. VintageHoneysuckle

I hope I can attend! :)

Oct. 7, 2009 at 3:19 p.m. SewCupcake

sounds super FUN I'll be there!!

Oct. 7, 2009 at 3:44 p.m. lwerner2006

readymade rules!

Oct. 7, 2009 at 3:59 p.m. me1977

I'm in.

Oct. 8, 2009 at 3:33 p.m. RabbitHoleProduction

Halloween spirit forever!

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