This month’s carnival is entitled ‘Juggling Act’, so I am looking for entries inspired by this theme. Entries should include your answer to this question;
Juggling act: How do you juggle your crafty business, life, family, and everything else?
So how do you enter your article? Well it’s simple… post your article on your blog and follow the instructions here http://dawandashopdirectory.blogspot.com/2007/11/blog-carnivals.html. Remember your entry doesn’t have to be the longest article and photos always help!
The deadline for your entry is 15th August 2008. All accepted entries will be published on or around the 17th of August.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Jenny B's Bottlecaps - The First Craft Fair.
Ugley Farmers Market - A step into the unknown....
It would have to be one of the coldest mornings on a while when I have to get up and leave the house early! by the time we left at ten past nine it had at least reached about freezing, but only by one degree!
Setting up was fine and I managed to get my table presented reasonably nicely although my chalk board canvas idea for the price list didn't work at all - good job I took some paper with me!
So this is how my little corner of the little room looked!
There were only 4 of us in the little craft room, as half term had kept sellers away as well as many buyers! but the lady next to me who was selling various textile items bought a little magnet of a bee as her granddaughter is called Bee.
It was good to network and meet people, and I am very grateful to Angela (who I met through freecycle) for introducing me to her friends. It was great being able to tell the lady with the textiles (apologies for not remembering names but my nerves blocked all of them out today apart from Sue (the organiser), Angela and Steph who makes soaps) about the online opportunities such as Etsy.com and Dawanda, as well as pick up contact details for future events, such as the Countess of Warwick fair in Dunmow which is held in august.
After advertising on facebook, one of my contacts RSVP'ed that he would be attending, I didn't expect him to at all, but he and his partner came over. I was kind of shocked as I hadn't seen him in about 2 years - at least. But it was wonderful to see him and he even picked up a Mother's Day gift from my stall - and some essential beer I noticed! This was the set of three he purchased:
Apparently January, February and March are particualry quiet and even more so today because of half term. So I am encouraged that I was about to cover my costs of the stall on a very quiet morning especially as the lady who has the signs that say "more stalls this way", as you had to walk through the kitchen to get to us (!!) wasn't there this week. If I go again though I am only able to get floor space as the regular photographer who is normally where I was will be back, but David has worked out that I could simply use the tripod to hold my white board.
Its given me a slight boost in confidence depsite waking up wishing it would be cancelled this morning!
Bring on the 15th March!
Written by Jenny of Jenny B's Bottlecaps
It would have to be one of the coldest mornings on a while when I have to get up and leave the house early! by the time we left at ten past nine it had at least reached about freezing, but only by one degree!
Setting up was fine and I managed to get my table presented reasonably nicely although my chalk board canvas idea for the price list didn't work at all - good job I took some paper with me!
So this is how my little corner of the little room looked!
There were only 4 of us in the little craft room, as half term had kept sellers away as well as many buyers! but the lady next to me who was selling various textile items bought a little magnet of a bee as her granddaughter is called Bee.
It was good to network and meet people, and I am very grateful to Angela (who I met through freecycle) for introducing me to her friends. It was great being able to tell the lady with the textiles (apologies for not remembering names but my nerves blocked all of them out today apart from Sue (the organiser), Angela and Steph who makes soaps) about the online opportunities such as Etsy.com and Dawanda, as well as pick up contact details for future events, such as the Countess of Warwick fair in Dunmow which is held in august.
After advertising on facebook, one of my contacts RSVP'ed that he would be attending, I didn't expect him to at all, but he and his partner came over. I was kind of shocked as I hadn't seen him in about 2 years - at least. But it was wonderful to see him and he even picked up a Mother's Day gift from my stall - and some essential beer I noticed! This was the set of three he purchased:
Apparently January, February and March are particualry quiet and even more so today because of half term. So I am encouraged that I was about to cover my costs of the stall on a very quiet morning especially as the lady who has the signs that say "more stalls this way", as you had to walk through the kitchen to get to us (!!) wasn't there this week. If I go again though I am only able to get floor space as the regular photographer who is normally where I was will be back, but David has worked out that I could simply use the tripod to hold my white board.
Its given me a slight boost in confidence depsite waking up wishing it would be cancelled this morning!
Bring on the 15th March!
Written by Jenny of Jenny B's Bottlecaps
Friday, September 9, 2011
Start your ratings off with a purchase!
Why not start off your selling ratings with a purchase? It’s a great way to earn much needed feedback on a new shop and for potential buyers to see how you work. It also helps you to understand the buying process, so that when you get your first purchase you know exactly how you as a customer would like it to be dealt with.
Thursday, September 8, 2011
May Blog Carnival - 'Crafting Women'
This month’s carnival is entitled ‘Crafting Women’, so I am looking for entries inspired by this theme. Entries could include;
Female artists and crafters who have inspired you
Women in business/art
Your favourite finds this month for women on DaWanda
Up and coming Craft Fairs this month
Of course there are many more possibilities… so I will leave it up to your imagination!
So how do you enter your article? Well it’s simple… post your article on your blog and follow the instructions here http://dawandashopdirectory.blogspot.com/2007/11/blog-carnivals.html. Remember your entry doesn’t have to be the longest article and photos always help!
The deadline for your entry is 15th May 2007. All accepted entries will be published on or around the 19th of May.
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Hat?
Since the holidays are fast approaching I am going to highlight the brightest and the best Dawanda holiday finds! I totally love this wonderful hat from shiricki.You would look great showing up at any Christmas party in this fun and flamboyant hat. In fact most of her shop is filled with some of the cutest items that would be great for any costume part or make fun quirky gifts. So check out her shop and this great hat!
Written by Andreanna of http://en.dawanda.com/shop/glamasauras
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Register your vote!
Please register your vote to let us know what you would like to see more of on the DaWanda Shop Directory Blog. The poll is on the right hand side...
Monday, September 5, 2011
A New Look Directory!
Hi Directory Readers!
As you may have noticed this morning the Directory has a new look. I am hoping the new 3 column layout will provide easy reading and help to frame the articles and seller features, to show them off a bit more.
All links are here as they were before, but some have been moved to the new left column. These are; at the top left - links to DaWanda and then links to the advertised shops there. Below those are the DaWanda blogs and then the links for you to find other seller communities on DaWanda, which is an area we hope to grow over the coming year. The right hand column will now be dedicated to Directory links, resources, shops and information only.
I have also limited the front page articles from 20 to 10, this I think will help keep readers interested in current affairs before they explore individual topics. And remember there is also room for shop advertisement at the bottom of the blog (all advertising is currently free - see Advertising on this site to book yours!)
Enjoy,
Sara x
As you may have noticed this morning the Directory has a new look. I am hoping the new 3 column layout will provide easy reading and help to frame the articles and seller features, to show them off a bit more.
All links are here as they were before, but some have been moved to the new left column. These are; at the top left - links to DaWanda and then links to the advertised shops there. Below those are the DaWanda blogs and then the links for you to find other seller communities on DaWanda, which is an area we hope to grow over the coming year. The right hand column will now be dedicated to Directory links, resources, shops and information only.
I have also limited the front page articles from 20 to 10, this I think will help keep readers interested in current affairs before they explore individual topics. And remember there is also room for shop advertisement at the bottom of the blog (all advertising is currently free - see Advertising on this site to book yours!)
Enjoy,
Sara x
How to browse the directory of Shops.
It's simple; use the link on the right hand panel of this blog, called 'View my Links page' and you will be sent straight to the directory. Once you have found someone you like, press their highlighted name to go straight to their DaWanda shop.
There are lots of great artists and crafters there so do come in and take a look.
Please note that if you press the 'I Love DaWanda' logo at the top of the directory page at any time you will be taken back to this site.
There are lots of great artists and crafters there so do come in and take a look.
Please note that if you press the 'I Love DaWanda' logo at the top of the directory page at any time you will be taken back to this site.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
February Blog Carnival - Crafting through the winter.
This month’s carnival is entitled ‘Crafting Through the Winter', so I am looking for entries inspired by this theme. Entries could include;- Winter additions to your Dawanda store
- Your latest collection on DaWanda
- Your favourite finds this month on DaWanda
- Up and coming Craft Fairs this month
- Your personal craft work this month
- Your favourite winter recipes
- What crafts will you be doing over the winter?
- Crafts to do in front of the fire
Of course there are many more possibilities… so I will leave it up to your imagination!
So how do you enter your article? Well it’s simple… post your article on your blog and follow the instructions here http://dawandashopdirectory.blogspot.com/2007/11/blog-carnivals.html.
So how do you enter your article? Well it’s simple… post your article on your blog and follow the instructions here http://dawandashopdirectory.blogspot.com/2007/11/blog-carnivals.html.
Remember your entry doesn’t have to be the longest article and photos always help!
The deadline for your entry is 15th February 2008. All accepted entries will be published on or around the 18th of February 2008.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
June Blog Carnival - Summer is Coming!
Welcome to the June 2008 edition of DaWanda Seller's Blog Carnival. A celebration of Seller's who blog... Today's feature is all about 'Summer'.
Sellers were asked to think about the following topics;
Summer additions to your shop
Your favourite finds this month on DaWanda
Up and coming Craft Fairs this month
Your personal craft work this month
Your favourite holiday purchase
Your holiday check list
Your holiday tips
Summer Holiday pinboards
Crafts you take on holiday
Crafts you have seen on holiday
Here are the entries;
Carolina G. of http://en.dawanda.com/shop/magickshop presents Astro Gypsy Jewelry Collection - New At The Shop posted at My Little Magick Shop.
Sara of http://en.dawanda.com/shop/sarastexturecrafts presents
Sara's Blog Competition posted at http://sarastexturecrafts.blogspot.com/ who decided to have a competition to spread a little blog reading fun!
Do pop over and check out those blogs and why not visit their shops too!
Sara x
That concludes this edition... The next edition will be announced shortly.
To submit your blog article to the next edition of DaWanda Seller's Carnival please use our carnival submission form.
If you are new to Blog Carnivals, but would like to be involved in a future edition, then please read this article... What is a Blog Carnival and How do I Join?
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Sellers were asked to think about the following topics;
Summer additions to your shop
Your favourite finds this month on DaWanda
Up and coming Craft Fairs this month
Your personal craft work this month
Your favourite holiday purchase
Your holiday check list
Your holiday tips
Summer Holiday pinboards
Crafts you take on holiday
Crafts you have seen on holiday
Here are the entries;
Carolina G. of http://en.dawanda.com/shop/magickshop presents Astro Gypsy Jewelry Collection - New At The Shop posted at My Little Magick Shop.
Sara of http://en.dawanda.com/shop/sarastexturecrafts presents
Sara's Blog Competition posted at http://sarastexturecrafts.blogspot.com/ who decided to have a competition to spread a little blog reading fun!
Do pop over and check out those blogs and why not visit their shops too!
Sara x
That concludes this edition... The next edition will be announced shortly.
To submit your blog article to the next edition of DaWanda Seller's Carnival please use our carnival submission form.
If you are new to Blog Carnivals, but would like to be involved in a future edition, then please read this article... What is a Blog Carnival and How do I Join?
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Technorati tags: dawanda seller's carnival, blog carnival.
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