Monthly Archives: December 2009

Oh snap, that tape is hot!

Posted on December 30, 2009 by indiehandmade

Tape can be hard to get excited about, but we have to make an exception for this glorious Japanese washi paper tape from happy tape.  Have a look for yourself: Imagine all the creative possibilities: product packaging, gift wrapping, and … Continue reading →

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New year = new “to do” list

Posted on December 29, 2009 by indiehandmade

Whether you believe in New Year’s resolutions or not, if giving your handmade business a jump-start or healthy push is on your “to do” list for 2010, you should submit your shop today for one of our I Heart Handmade … Continue reading →

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DIY: Sweet Messages Desktop Notes

Posted on December 28, 2009 by indiehandmade

Leave darling little messages to loved ones — or yourself — with this great tutorial from Amy Butler.  Download the full tutorial from the Amy Butler website.  (Please note: you will need the free Adobe Reader to open this document.  … Continue reading →

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Seller Tool: SoopSee

Posted on December 24, 2009 by indiehandmade

Here’s the premise: you have an Etsy shop, your own blog, accounts on Twitter and Facebook, and are part of countless social networking sites. What you don’t have?  One place to put it all, and perhaps the technical expertise to … Continue reading →

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Calling all typophiles

Posted on December 23, 2009 by indiehandmade

No one does hand-crafted type like Jessica Hische. And I mean no one. Check out her blog Daily Drop Cap for a brand new, decorative initial cap every day. To be used “for your enjoyment and for the beautification of … Continue reading →

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It takes teeny tiny baby pictures

Posted on December 22, 2009 by indiehandmade

Heart be still. Isn’t this the cutest little camera EVER?  I think so — and it takes bite-sized polaroid type pictures, to boot.  Excuse me while I wipe the drool off my chin. Too bad these Fuji Instax Instant Mini … Continue reading →

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That Hobby Looks a Lot Like Work

Posted on December 21, 2009 by indiehandmade

We came across an interesting read on The New York Times website called “That Hobby Looks a Lot Like Work.”  It’s definitely worth checking out for those selling their handmade goods online in marketplaces like Etsy, 1000Markets, and Artfire. The … Continue reading →

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Now accepting: Valentine and Wedding 2010

Posted on December 9, 2009 by indiehandmade

Most of us are knee  — or neck — deep in holiday shopping!  But now really is the time to start thinking about Valentine’s and wedding season if you sell handmade.  Get in on the I ♥ Handmade market today … Continue reading →

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