This week's Featured Buyer is Cathie Filian, host and executive producer of Creative Juice on HGTV and the DIY network, craft designer, author and all around crafty lady. She has chosen some of the coolest items on Etsy that fit with the casting for her new teen and young adult crafting show. (Interested? Read on to see how you could be featured!) Here's Cathie.

I have been crafty my whole life.  I began sewing when I was 8, glittering when I was 13 and baking by the time I turned 18. 37 years later I have spun those sparkly threads and a high-def camera into a full time creative career, producing how-to television and books.  

When I got the idea for my new “Untitled - Teen Craft Show” and started thinking about the giant task of casting, my first thought was Etsy! I knew Etsy would be the first stop because of all the fabulously talented artists and crafters that are here.

So here it goes! I am thrilled to announce that my production company, Two Bees and a Pea, is casting young adult and teen crafters (teens to 28 years old) for a new "untitled" teen craft show. This show will be guest based — so you could be the star of the show.

We are seeking crafty guests from all over the USA and will begin the process with DVD submissions. (The DVD's are strictly for casting purposes.) Fear not if you don't have access to a video camera. Just send a photo of yourself (big smile!) holding or showing off your handmade items. (Editorial note: This would be the perfect time to do Your Handmade Story! See GiantDwarf's video for a good example.)

Here are a few guidelines: your crafts should be current, hip, cutting edge — think Etsy, Urban Outfitters, Anthropology, Gossip Girl, Project Runway, MTV! You can make anything: room decor, jewelry, clothing, soap, knitted and crochet goods, lip balm, art, etc. The most important thing is that you know your stuff and can explain how you make it in a clear and fun way.

Here are a few hand picked items from Etsy that fit into the show's theme and are just plain cool. Look for all of the guidelines for submission at the end of this article!

The charms that seller mylavaliere picked are so fun.  I just want to scoop this necklace up.

I have a sweet spot for seller sophiassweetspot.  Her designs are hand painted and I love the way she blends trinkets with her paintings.

This ring is a favorite of mine.  I love the graphic bird and vibrant orange. missficklemedia really has her finger on the pulse.

Seller JamieKeiles really knows how to re-craft books.  This cuff is perfect for a trip to the library.

Hoodies are a staple fashion item for me!  I adore seller aorta’s octopus hoodie.

I love this wallet by kittyempire3. The sweet shape of the deer and fantastic topstitching is perfect for carting around a few bills.

This book bag from seller ThePeach is loaded with personality and practicality.  She also has many pretties for dressing up cupcakes!

Oh how I do adore Project Runway! Seller matsudabunch blends pop culture with charming style!  Love it!

When I saw this in ChristineRenee’s store I had to laugh!  My sister is really into romance novels and is starting write one of her own — this would be perfect for her.  

Posters! HeroDesignStudio has some fantastic designs.  I just love the mustard yellow on this Elvis Costello poster.

Robot art is cool and seller johnwgolden has so many different designs that you could decorate every room with his art.

Everyone should pop by seller PillowMonsters' shop.  They have the most adorable and whimsical pillows around. Isabella can be adopted for a small fee.

Pencils and pens will always be close at hand with the adorable zipper case by seller tamar.  

I love the aged screen print by seller MoxieMadness.  This little ipod cozy has so much flair and the construction is wonderful.  Check out the sew a go-go t-shirt they have.

You can really impress a teacher with this hand knit apple protector. Jacquelineknits has loads of fun things in her shop.

Here's more info on the guidelines for your audition video!

1. Have high energy and be yourself. State your name, where you are from, how long you have been crafting and what your craft project is. Try to hold your project in your hand or have it next to you and briefly explain to us how you made it. You can show a step or two on how you made it if you want.

2. Try not to shake the camera (using a tripod helps), and make sure you have lots of light so we can see you.

3. Fashion tips for the camera: please don't wear prints, all black (even if you are goth), white or red. Tattoos, elaborate hair dos, and punky attire are just fine.

4. Videos should be no longer than 3 minutes and should be submitted on DVD only. Tapes cannot be viewed. On the DVD please include your name, your craft, email, city, phone number and age if you are under 18.

Please mail to:
Casting - Untitled Craft Show
c/o Cathie Filian
1531 Randall St
Glendale, CA 91201

The deadline is May 1st, 2008.  Age range: teens and young adults (28 and under).

Further Resources:
Craft Tutorials, Blog and Recipes: CathieandSteve.com
Shop for Crafty Goodies:  cathiefilian.etsy.com
Networking: myspace.com/cathiefilian
Production Company: TwoBeesandaPea.com

We're so excited to see what ends up on Cathie's new show! Will you be auditioning? What's your best how-to? Leave it in the comments!