Come Craft With the Etsy Labs and Rawfish
This week we're hosting an open Craft Night, as we usually do on the last Monday of each month. Instead of an organized project, this week we are throwing the doors of the Etsy Labs wide open and letting you dive into any project that strikes your fancy. Bring along any project you'd like to develop during this …
Moonrover Knits Up the Vote
How many people who don't even knit were excited by this handspun yarn vote? There is something so inspiring about this material: more than a supply — it's the stuff of raw creativity. Now the votes are in, and moonrover has stepped up to lead the pack of very talented spinners and dyers on Etsy. This was an …
Vote! Which Yarn Gets You in a Knitty Mood?
Calling all knitters and yarn freaks! We need your helping in picking some of the best handspun yarn on Etsy. We asked our readers to nominate their favorite handspun yarn. Now it's your turn to vote! Next Monday we'll announce the winner, which, along with some of the top picks, will be featured in the Members …
Craft with Etsy and the MAD Museum with Sabrina Gschwandtner
Why stay in and craft all by your lonesome? Craft Night at the Etsy Labs on Gold St. may be on hold until September 14 when we move to our new office, but fear not — many crafty opportunities abound! Etsy has joined forces with the Museum of Art and Design to present a weekly series of hands-on workshops we're …
Etsy Finds: Light and Sweet
When the temperature rises and sticking to a sweaty seat seems inevitable (a perpetual issue for this city dweller!), I reach for cool and timeless materials like linen and eco-friendly organic cotton. There's something so comforting about surrounding yourself with soft and breathable clothing, bags …
Etsy Finds: The New Old School
There are many things in life that you can teach yourself: sewing a hem, making delicious hummus, and playing the harmonica are some accomplished examples. The do-it-yourself ethos runs deep and strong here on Etsy, but there's another facet to this creative treasure trove. Today's Etsy Finds are devoted …
Quit Your Day Job: diffractionfiber
Beth of DiffractionFiber has had the creative bug and an entrepreneurial spirit since day one. After getting locked into an administrative assistant job that wasn't serving her creative passion or degree in theater, Beth drew up a plan with clear steps laid out in order to quit her day job and become her …
How-Tuesday: Make a Felt Mushroom with My Little Mochi
Myra Masuda, the brains behind My Little Mochi, knows that crafters love mushrooms. She promises that this cute little guy is easy-peasy and quick-as-a-breezy. Download the pattern and complete project instructions here. Enjoy! Materials: Red and white felt scrapsScrap of sturdy cardboardRed and …
Etsy Finds: Felt So Good
So, Etsy has the most amazing stuff that you just can't find anywhere else (if you didn't already know). I had no idea of the range of styles and creations that could possibly be created with a material such as, oh, let's say felt. If there is one medium that produces the most wacky, beautiful and unique things, it is …
Quit Your Day Job: kittygrrlz
Bobbi of kittygrrlz was able to quit her day job as a full time librarian in order to take on the growing success of her fiber line on Etsy. Though she is putting in more time and work than she ever did at her regular job, Bobbi finds being her own boss much more rewarding. Keep reading as she shares her best and …
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great style
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Thanks for including my felt bag! I had such trouble ...
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One of my favorite fall colors! Thanks for sharing these ...
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Great list.
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Oh, this is one of my favorite colors at the ...
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