From the Forums: Best Craft Show Tips

(Psst... don't forget to enter the Table Organizer giveaway from Old New Again and the Gift Certificate giveaway from Trisha B Designs!)

It's spring time and that time of year again to be gearing up your business for the spring craft show season. YOUniquelyours went to the Etsy forums in search of the BEST craft show tips. Let's take a peek at what she found...

Do YOU do craft shows, too? If so, what are your best tips?

Sponsor Spotlight: Trisha B Designs

(Psst... don't forget to enter the Kitchen Table Organizer giveaway from Old New Again!)

I've been a long time follower and fan of Trisha's blog and etsy shop, so I was BEYOND thrilled when she became one of Etsy Interview's very first sponsors! Let see what she's up to at Trisha B Designs...

Trisha B Designs
blog

Tell us a bit about yourself, Trisha.
I am a stay at home mom of a 4 year old daughter and 1 year old twin sons, who loves to create beautiful and functional things. I specialize in homemade home decor, children's items, and Printable Party Invitations and Decor. I use the highest quality supplies so the items will last a long time, and because I want you to love your purchases.

What 5 words would you use to describe yourself?
creative
genuine
talented
loving
hardworking

Tell us a bit about your Etsy shop.
I opened my shop in May 2009. My husband has his own business and with the recession going on we needed some extra income. I also started my shop because I love to sew and create while my kids are taking naps and while they sleep at night.

What 5 words would you use to describe your shop?
fun
whimsical
original
functional
decorative


What are your 5 favorite websites?
Aunt Spicy
Bakerella
Creative Party Place
Skip to my Lou
Bake at 350

What are your 5 favorite Etsy shops?
Your Memories Captured
DeniSue
Sew Love Fabrics
Cherry Lane Textiles
Carrie's Fabric & Crafts

What advice would you give other Etsy sellers?
Be Patient and try to do giveaways on blogs and be featured on blogs. Just get the word out about your shop!

GIVEAWAY!
Trisha is so kind to offer one of YOU wonderful readers a...
$25 Gift Certificate
for Trisha B Designs


(Thanks so much, Trisha!)

Here's how to enter:

Visit Trisha B Designs and leave a comment on this post mentioning your favorite item.

For more chances to win, leave a separate post for each of the following:
*Subscribe to the Trisha's Blog, 3 Four & Under.
*Become a fan of Trisha B Designs on Facebook.
*Become a Follower of Etsy Interviews.
*Subscribe to Etsy Interviews via RSS.
*Tweet about this giveaway (please leave link to tweet).
*Follow B.Inspired Mama on Twitter.
*Become a fan of B.Inspired Vintage on Facebook.
*Share the giveaway on Facebook.
*Blog about the giveaway (please leave the link)
*Add Etsy Interviews to your blogroll.
*Submit to be Featured on Etsy Interviews, too!

The winner will be chosen via Random.org on Wednesday, March 24th at 9PM EST. The winner will be emailed within 24 hours. Please make sure your email is in your profile or in the comment. GOOD LUCK!

Middleburg Giveaway Winner...

And the winner of the

Classic Spring Garland of Choice from Middleburg
is...


(Congratulations, Mim! I'll be in touch.)

Etsy Interview & Giveaway with Old New Again

(Psst... just a few more hours to enter the Spring Garland giveaway from Middleburg!)

I was SO excited when I saw that Old New Again was interested IN being featured here on Etsy Interviews. Discovering new shops (and sharing them with you!) is one of the reasons I love doing this blog. And I truly love the combination of playful color and country primitive of the creations at Old New Again. So let's meet the artists behind it all...

Old New Again
other Etsy Shop
blog

Tell us a bit about yourselves, Rick & Liz.
We are a husband and wife team. We love to make cool, functional home decor items.

We love working with wood! We like to come up with unique ideas to make your life easier and more organized. Many times we come up with new designs that we ourselves need to make our home run more smoothly.

What 5 words would you use to describe yourself?
creative
driven
hard-working
honest
sensitive

Tell us a bit about your Etsy shop.
I (Liz) has been selling her artwork on etsy since August of 2007. After my husband, Rick, lost his job of 11 years, we decided to go for it and open up another shop where we can both create things together. I learned a lot from running my first shop on etsy, so it was much easier to set up and start our new one. Our goal is to completely support our family (we have two daughters, Molly 16 and Samantha 7) with our handmade goods. We're getting there!

What 5 words would you use to describe your shop?
fresh
unique
functional
upcycled
colorful

What are your 5 favorite websites?
TOLLIPOP.COM (pure, brilliant writing)
The Meanest Mom (funny!)
The Bloggess (crazy!)
Nienie Dialogues (inspiring)
mystele (great art, great pics and videos)

What are your 5 favorite Etsy shops?
Sushipot
Olive
Noodle & Lou
Sarah Wyman
Michele Maule

What advice would you give other Etsy sellers?
~ Develop great products that reflect who you are.
~ Work and work and work on your pictures (clear, bright, different angles, with plain backgrounds!)
~ Be careful with time on the computer.
~ Try to come up with a routine and stick to it.
~ Be serious about great customer service.
~ Be cheerful to fellow sellers - encourage!!!

Anything else you'd like us to know?
We're friendly and easy to work with. :)

GIVEAWAY!
Old New Again is so kind to offer one of YOU wonderful readers a...
Kitchen Table Organizer
of YOUR choice!

(Thanks so much, Rick & Liz!)

Here's how to enter:

Visit Old New Again and leave a comment on this post mentioning your favorite item.

For more chances to win, leave a separate post for each of the following:
*Subscribe to the Old New Again Blog, Primoriginals.
*Follow Primoriginals on Twitter.
*Become a friend of Primoriginals on Facebook.
*Become a Follower of Etsy Interviews.
*Subscribe to Etsy Interviews via RSS.
*Tweet about this giveaway (please leave link to tweet).
*Follow B.Inspired Mama on Twitter.
*Become a fan of B.Inspired Vintage on Facebook.
*Share the giveaway on Facebook.
*Blog about the giveaway (please leave the link)
*Add Etsy Interviews to your blogroll.
*Submit to be Featured on Etsy Interviews, too!

The winner will be chosen via Random.org on Monday, March 22nd at 9PM EST. The winner will be emailed within 24 hours. Please make sure your email is in your profile or in the comment. GOOD LUCK!