If you are interested in joining Etsy Atlanta please send an e-mail to themorae at gmail dot com in addition to applying to our Google group “EtsyAtlanta” we seem to be having a bit of technical dificulties at the moment and I don’t want anyone’s application to get lost.
Issues fixed!
Remember to become a member of Etsy Atlanta, you must have an active Etsy Shop, and be a resident of the metro Atlanta Area or at least close to it 
Thanks,
Admin Jenn
If you work in textiles you’ll want to check out SpoonFlower, they are a soon to be up and running textile printing company targeted towards crafters. No word on how much it will cost to print your designs yet but keep an eye on their blog I’m sure it will be worth it!
Sorry I’m in a bit of a rush today, but saw this and wanted to pass it along, Kirkwood Spring Fling Artist Market
Last day to sign up is April 30.
Nease’s Needlework is offering several classes this month, Christina Dondero will be teaching the beginning Knitting Class at which you will learn to knit a hat, Emily Berg is teaching a class on how to make a new bag out of all those plastic grocery bags you have laying around (incidentally this is also a knitting class!) and coming in May they are offering a class on Crewel Work Embroidery. For more information about the shop or offered classes check out their website ; http://www.neasesneedlework.com/index.php (sorry I keep posting links this way, it appears that the internal link system in word press is broken at the moment. When they fix it I’ll come back and fix these)
Vista Print is currently running a special where you can get 250 of their premium business cards for free +shipping. (http://www.vistaprint.com/)
A new Canadian-based craft site, iCraft.ca, looks like it’s going to be another contender in the online craft marketplace. If you register before March 31st, iCraft’s going to waive all fees for an entire year. After March 31st, their pricing structure still seems reasonable. It’s $25 (Canadian) to start, no charge for up to 5 items. There are varying levels of membership for over 5 items, topping out at 40 items for $35/mo, with the option of paying more per month per item. It’s not cheap to list, and the membership fee of $25 would probably discourage just anyone from signing up. And there are no comissions taken from the sales.
One good thing I’ve noticed is that there is a place to set the currency displayed - since it’s geared to be an international site. The costs of items is converted to the currency you choose.
The signup process to sell is rather painless, but it doesn’t look secure (no https…). I’ve contacted the folks at iCraft to ask about their security policies. I’ll let you know what I find out.
This was recently posted on the Etsy Georgia Street Team Yahoo Group:
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Hi, Fellow Etsy GA Crafters and Artists -
Please find below some exciting information you may be interested in
regarding the new Atlanta Craft Mafia. This new organization will
have open membership and is currently accepting applications.
I encourage you to visit their Web site - www.atlcraftmafia.com -
and also attend the February 2 event to learn more.
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You may have heard a rumor that there’s a new family in town.
The rumors are true, but don’t worry, there won’t be any glue-gun
wars! The Atlanta branch of the Craft Mafia has indeed changed
hands, and we’re throwing a party to introduce ourselves.
You are invited!
When: Saturday, February 2nd 1-6pm
Where: Park Grounds coffeehouse in Reynoldstown
Who: The 7 friendly faces behind the new Atlanta Craft Mafia
What: Tasty treats to eat and drink, Crafty demos with a make-and-
take table, Meet the “Family” and learn what we’re all about.
Why: We’d like to make you an offer you can’t refuse!
The NEW Atlanta Craft Mafia was re-formed in the fall of 2007 by
seven local independent crafters with a strong DIY ethic, a shared
love for all things crafty and a belief in the beauty of all things
hand-made. The Atlanta Craft Mafia seeks to provide support and
resources for other members of the Atlanta crafting community
through public events, networking opportunities and collaborative
marketing.
To learn more, please visit our website:
Atlanta Craft Mafia
If you played last round, or missed it and would like to play this round, the Summer Apron Swap is taking sign ups!
The Druid Hills Artist Market will be on April 18 and 19 from 10-5 and Sunday April 20 from 1-5 pm. Unfortunatly the sign up date for booths was March 1st, but this might be a good opourtunity for next year. If anyone attends please tell us about your experiance.
Here’s an excerpt from their web site…
“Located in the historic Stonehenge Mansion at 1410 Ponce de Leon Avenue, now home of St. John’s Lutheran Church, the 2008 Market will have expanded space from the 2007 Market. Approximately 40 artists, many from the Druid Hills neighborhood, will be represented in numerous mediums including paintings in oils, watercolors, and acrylics; jewelry; pottery; photography; new and vintage textile art. Artist Market dates and hours coincide with the Druid Hills Home and Garden Tour on Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday, April 20, from 1:00 until 5:00 PM.
Proceeds from the Market benefit the Druid Hills neighborhood, Frederick Law Olmsted’s best preserved residential suburb, by supporting all aspects of historic preservation including contributing to the preservation and development of green spaces in this renowned National Register district. Admission to the Artist Market is free.”
