Holiday Clearance Sale - Ends Monday

Hello all of my lovely followers.

It's been a while since I have posted, but I figured what better time than now, to dust off the old blogger account and let you all know about my little sale.

Everything in my shop is $1 per card. So sets of 8 are $8 and so on. You can order whatever size set you want, just convo me via Etsy, So I can set up a custom listing for you. Please let all your friends and family know. This sale will not last past Monday. In fact, I'm not sure how much longer I can keep doing the "Etsy" thing. So take advantage of these prices. I can't go much lower than that because of cost of time and supplies it took to make those babies. I'm hoping someone will find them cute enough to take home!!

There's a lot of inventory that I am unloading from spring that is really cute - like the Bunny cards, Thank You set and the Fill-In Baby shower Invites.

I've even listed some new designs for the holidays.

Go take a gander and remember the more you order in one shot - the more you save on shipping! :)

Etsy Dallas Spring Bash - Just applied!

Hey everyone. If you're into cool handmade stuff, you should put May 16th on your calendars. Etsy Dallas is throwing their first annual Spring Bash. Their Jingle Bash was a huge success, and I've applied to be in the Spring show, this time around. There will be all sorts of great vendors.... Hopefully including me! Even if I don't make it in, I'll be there... so check it out at EtsyDallas.com

Timothy Adam's Handmadeology

Timothy Adam is at it again, creating a great way to learn how to sell handmade items online, successfully. He is a wealth of useful knowledge when it comes to this topic and has created a site devoted to it. He will be starting his lessons starting January 26th, and you can sign up for the newsletter for free. If you have a small handmade business that you want to get off the ground, this is the guy with all the best tips.

Visit Handmadeology.com, now for more info and make sure to sign up for the newsletter at the bottom of the page!

From his bio:

"Timothy Adam is a self taught metal artist who makes a living selling
online. He is also dedicated to helping others achieve their goal of successfully
selling their handmade goods online."

Please sign this Petition!

I wanted to draw your attention to this important petition that I recently signed:

"CPSIA Impacts on Children's Apparel Industry"
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/economicimpactsofCPSIA?e

It doesn't effect the things I make, but it effects a lot of crafters I know. It effects their ability to make and sell handmade children's clothing and toys.

CPSIA is a blanket act that covers ALL children toys and clothing, rightfully protecting children from the crappy toys made in China. However, it needs to be revised.
They need to consider the clothing and toy makers (and crafters) that follow the lead regulations set for the US, Canada and Europe. Most crafters cannot afford to get every single handmade item tested for lead content, I believe if they are using materials manufactured in the US, they shouldn't have to.

Please take a minute to add your name to the list. Forward this to however you think would agree.

Here's some more links to articles and stuff that will help you get a little more educated on the topic:

http://www.cpsc.gov/ABOUT/Cpsia/legislation.html
www.handmadetoyalliance.org
http://www.cpsc.gov/library/foia/advisory/322.pdf
www.nationalbankruptcyday.com
www.fashion-incubator.com
www.apparelandfootwear.com/
http://cpsia-central.ning.com/

Thanks!

Susie

Crafty Crafts...

I've finally got to the point where I can actually have some free time to do stuff I want to do. Part of that comes from having a job that isn't so demanding of my physical and emotional stamina. I have started to enjoy my weekends at home and decided to make use of my free time and get back into crafting. It's a hobby that I had long since put on the back burner since I was working and going to school. Now that I'm done with school, I can start making stuff again.

I had already been a member of Etsy.com and joined the Etsy Dallas Team, because my friend Rita asked me to. I hadn't really been involved because I really didn't have the time to devote to it. But I've started the ball rolling for my new side projects.

I have decided to start building the stationery side of Sanctum Design Studio. I will be creating modern thank you notes, blank stationery and unique artwork postcards. I ordered a custom hand stamp with my logo that I will be signing all my items with.

I will post new products and links to my Etsy items soon.

For now, please take a look at my Modern Holiday Greeting Cards

Only $20 for 10 cards. Usually about $2.50 Each. And they are customizable, just contact me with your info and I will put in your order as soon as possible.