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Starting Your Own Etsy Business: Part 3
As a follow up to the two great interviews yesterday, I thought today I’d share some both some “big picture” lessons I’ve learned about starting a business as well as some really practical tools, like the excel file I use to track sales and inventory. I’ll say from the outset that this is a lot of common sense and I offer it in hopes that someone who is dreaming of starting a business on Etsy will be emboldened to take the plunge. Rocket science it may not be, but it is heartfelt! (Part I and Part II) Originality is Overrated A lot of people who talk about starting their own businesses say things like “well, {insert their business idea} has been done before…” They use this as a reason not to start a venture. Keeping it Low Risk is Underrated Something I love about Etsy is that it is incredibly low cost and low risk to start a business. The cliché is true: do what you love : For me, I was already going to flea markets, trolling eBay, haunting antiques stores.
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Crochet Plastic Grocery Bag Pattern; Plastic Bag Tote
Here's a simple and 'short' crochet plastic grocery bag pattern. It works great when you crochet with plastic bags. So, you can enjoy an eco friendly crochet grocery bag! Make one plastic bag tote for yourself and MANY for gifts! Thanx to CassieMarie for sharing this wonderful crocheted grocery bag pattern. She made her eco-friendly grocery bag with cotton yarn, but to be even greener - recycle plastic bags. I've heard that this particular crocheted tote might come out a bit small. Read here how to make plastic bag yarn to crochet with plastic bags. Crocheting with plastic bags is a good pass time activity. If you're a novice crocheter, then plastic bag yarn and patterns are so very forgiving and it's hard to have your mistakes shown. Then again, if crocheting a plastic bag tote seems a bit too difficult, then a carpet is a wonderful project to star with. If you'll ever be trying this (or some other) crochet plastic grocery bag pattern, I'd love to hear how it goes.
THE WEEKENDER
Featured: Lex Trip Bag So this weekend will have you jetting off to the coast for sun & surf? For a weekend excursion you need a quick trip bag. Forget the luggage (too bulky); you need a versatile tote made specifically to carry all your belongings from wallet to swimtrunks for a quick weekend getaway. Dimensions: approximately 18″ x 8 x 17″ [45cm x 20.5cm x 43cm]. You will need: 6 pop rivets1 metal slider, 2″ dia [50mm]2 latch hooks, 1″dia [25mm]2 d-rings, 1″dia [25mm]1 square ring, 2″ dia [50mm]2 dome snap set, 5/8″ dia [15mm]1 heavy metal zipper, 25″ [64cm] long *1-2/3 yds. [1.5m] of nylon webbing, 2″ [50mm] wideheavy-duty thread1 yd. [0.9 m] of upholstery weight fabric, 54″ [137 cm] wide1/3 yd [0.25 m] of polyurethane leatherette, 39″ [100 cm] wide 1 square = 1 inch [2.5 cm] Bag – cut 1X on fold Pocket- cut 2X Struts – cut 4X Handles – cut 2X Handle trim – cut 2X contrast Bag Bottom – cut 1X contrast Tab – cut 6X contrast Like this: Like Loading...
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Light Box
I built a light box, it's fairly rudimentary but works well! I've been needing one both for the blog and my etsy shop. I think I'll be making a few adjustments, higher wattage and maybe another tissue panel. Here's the construction, I started with an old moving box and attempted to spray paint it but the weather wasn't cooperating. I painted the whole thing white and tucked in a white poster board for the backdrop. The photos below are untouched save for cropping on the right side photos. So pretty and so easy!
Jewelry Making with Wire and Beads Intro -- What a Beginner Nee
In our web site we provide a lot of information on how to make jewelry with wire and beads. In some people's opinion, we provide too much information and it becomes difficult to find a place to start. In this web page, we will simply try to provide information on where and how to get started making jewelry with wire and beads. There are a lot of things to learn when you are beginning a new hobby. making jewelry with wire and beads. First, you can get an overview of how to make jewelry with wire and beads by watching the WigJig Basics You Tube jewelry making video here. Second, most people need to know what tools they require. After viewing the information on the above web pages links, you can view our selection of tools with links to these tools in our WigJig Store in the following web pages: Third, everyone will need to understand the jewelry making supplies required to make jewelry. If you have reviewed all of the above information, you should be ready to make some jewelry.
Crochet Produce Bag All Three Sizes Pattern PDF by LoopsInLoops
Storage Cube TUTORIAL part one -- Assembly!
I tried to squeeze all my photos and instructions into one post, but since I like to be extremely thorough with my photos and instructions, I think it will be easier to handle if it's split in two! So, here we go! Finished storage cube = approx. 6 1/2" inside measurementUse 1/4" seam allowances throughout NOTE: I tried to come up with a version that didn't involve binding, since I know that is scary to some people, BUT -- trust me when I say it's actually EASIER to do it with a binding! Here's what you need to cut: from main fabric:2 - 7 1/4" squares1 - 7 1/4" x 20 3/4" rectangle(NOTE: If your fabric has a definite "right side up" pattern like mine, instead of the rectangle you will cut two more 7 1/4" squares plus another 7 1/4" square that will be the bottom. from lining fabric:2 - 7 1/4" squares1 - 7 1/4" x 20 3/4" rectangle2 - 3" x 7" squares for handles2 - 2" x 44" strips for binding STEP ONE: Create your handles! STEP TWO: Prepare your binding. Here's what you should have!
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Tutorial: Springy Rings | Motherhood, Frugal Fashion & Thrifty Living |... - StumbleUpon
Apr12th2010 I’m sure these tutorials of mine are all starting to look the same. That’s because they are. Supplies 2 colors of coordinating fabric (or not. * I ordered a bunch of these little rings from an Etsy shop called The Perfect Bead. Instructions I chose two coordinating fabrics in peachy/pink shades. Cut 5 circles from the first fabric, varying from 1 inch in diameter down to about 3/4 inch. Use your lighter to singe the edges of each circle. Stack your “petals”, alternating between the two types of fabric, with the largest circles on the bottom and the smallest on the top. Run your needle and thread through the center of the stack to secure. Stitch or glue beads, pearls, rhinestones, or anything else you have onto the center of your flower. Glue the back of the flower to the little pad on the ring and you’re finished! These little rings make great gifts for birthdays, bridesmaids, or even Mother’s Day.
