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.

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*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!

Etsy Interview & Special Deal with Funktapus Designs

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A vintage feel + astrology + funky bright color = I heart Funktapus Designs!
Let's here from the creative future-astrophysicist herself, Becca.

Etsy Shop: Funktapus Designs
Blog: Funktapus

Tell us a bit about yourself, Becca.
I'm studying to be an astrophysicist at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and I'm an ultra-nerd! I love music, books, crafts and everything vintage, but science is my real passion!

What 5 words would you use to describe yourself?
Intelligent, resourceful, geeky, giggly, and ambitious. :)

Tell us a bit about your Etsy shop.
I opened shop in September of last year (just for fun, really!), but before I knew it I'd made tens of sales and my starfinders were getting some real recognition! I had to really streamline things, as I had previously been selling whatever I felt like making, and I tended to switch media from day to day. My current goal is to introduce a southern hemisphere version of my starfinders, some fun and nerdy greeting cards, and eventually some recycled paper goods so that I don't have to waste all of my scraps!

What 5 words would you use to describe your shop?
Nerdy, colorful, friendly, lively, fun.

Give your 5 favorite websites.
A Print A Day
Save the Words
xkcd: Joshing
miniature rhino
Design Sponge

Give your 5 favorite Etsy shops.
seapod
miniature rhino
HARE and DRUM's House of Color
Floridity
Pinkkiss Pottery

What advice would you give other Etsy sellers?
Like what you sell, and have fun making it!

Anything else you would like us to know?
I like you. :)

SPECIAL DEAL

Get 50% off of your starfinder purchase if you mention Etsy Interviews!

(Thanks, Becca!)