Tuesday Tweet Chat Updates- SFEtsy Summer Flash Sales Event

Did you guys know that SFEtsy is doing another amazing Flash Sale? Save the date, June 3, 2013! 

The next few weeks, we will focus the Tuesday Tweet Chats around social Media! Mark your calendar for these exciting dates:

Tuesday, May 21, 2013 @ 10 AM- Twitter 102

Thursday, May 23, 2013 @ 8 PM- Using Social Media For The Flash Sale*

Tuesday, May 28, 2013 @ 10 AM- Using Social Media For The Flash Sale

*This is a special evening Tweet Chat for those who can not join us in the mornings!

If you like to use tweetchat.com to follow our chats this is the link tweetchat.com/room/sfetsy. We use the hashtag #SFEtsy! Keep your eyes out for the #SFEtsy hashtag!

For those new to Twitter, this last Tuesday, we had an amazing Tweet Chat titled Twitter 101. Check out the transcript of the Twitter 101 Tweet chat here:

Tweet Chat 5/14/2013- Twitter 101

Right now as a member of SFEtsy, you can participate in the flash sale! We will market your shop your shop and teach you to market yours and others!! We will be Tweeting, Pinning, FBing and also Instagramming select participants throughout the day of the sale with a link show all featured shops!

BASIC INFO:
Name: Summer Splash - SFEtsy 40% Off Flash Sale
Date and Time of Event: JUNE 3rd from 8am-11:59pm
Discount: 40% Off All Participating SFEtsy Shops
Promo code: Members are to use the coupon code SFetsySplash40 and Use the #SFETSYSplash40 as a tag in order to search on Etsy for all these great deals!

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:
1.) Register here: Participate in SFEtsySplash40 by May 28th. Late participants will not get the same focus as the people who sign up early so take advantage of the early sign up.

2.) Set up a coupon code on etsy for 40% off everything - the code is: SFetsySplash40 - Make this coupon code  good for only one day

3.) On the day of the sale: Please share the flier (which we will also post on the Facebook Fan Page ) and let people know that SF ETSY & Your store are having a one day only sale! Sell, Sell, Sell!  Share,  RT, Heart and Follow! This event is more successful when people reciprocate the LOVE!

 Some great resources for the Flash Sale:

• NerdWallet Indie- Register your coupon codes with NerdWallet! Rita from Nerd Wallet will be a special guest on one of our tweet chats so she can tell you some of the benefits of using Nerd Wallet Indie for your coupons! Have questions? You can email her at Rita@nerdwallet.com

• Twitter: Take a peek at what some SFEtsy Members marketed our last Flash Sale, #XOXOSFETSY! Use twitter in a creative way! No time to tweet? Learn all about setting up future tweets! We can teach you how at the tweet chat!

• Instagram: Reach more viewers with photos! A great way to impact more shoppers is using Instagram for marketing your shop! We will have a brief chat about Instagram in our upcoming tweet chats!

• Pinterest: Use pinterest to highlight your teammates! Check out the SFEtsySplash40 Pinterest Board  

• Etsy Treasuries: Create a treasury for Etsy. Who knows, maybe we can reach the front page!

We can't wait to help you learn about how to market your shop via social media and of course get some awesome sales!

 

If you haven't had the opportunity to follow  SFETSY on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram  

Here are the links!

Facebook - www.facebook.com/sfetsy

Twitter - www.twitter.com/SFetsy

Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/sfetsy

and we are SFETSY on Instagram!

If you have additional questions about the SFEtsySplash40 Flash Sale, please contact Lisa Spinella, SFEtsy Social Media Team Leader (@TickleandSmash or @sfetsy).

If you have additional questions about the Tweet Chats, please contact Amanda Hyun, Social Media Team Member (@MsAmandaJayne)
 

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Tuestorial: Repurposed Garland

If anyone has been to FabMo, they know about the treasures that await them. On Saturday, FabMo took over Ruth's Table and SF Etsy team members were in full force, ready to give these discarded fabrics and design showroom samples to fellow crafters. I was enchanted by a random box of ric rac and fringe. It was begging to be made into something, but what? With help from Rebecca Saylor of OodleBaDoodle, I had it...garland of course! You can use it as an eye-catching piece for your next craft show or a fun decoration at your next party. Not only will you tell people that you made it, but you get to brag that you saved it from the landfill for almost nothing. 

Materials Needed:

• Fringe, ric rac, tassel or whatever you can find at FabMo
• Ribbon (long enough for the size garland you want)
• Scissors
• Glue gun

Found at Fabmo

Step 1:

Remove the fringe from the cardboard or material is attached to. Be careful not to damage it in the process. Depending on how it is attached, using the steam setting on your iron can help you with this process!

Step 2:

Arrange the fringe pieces in a pattern you desire. To add more fun, you can include beads, glitter paper, or streamers on your garland.

Step 3: 

Warm up the glue gun and go to town. Glue the back of your fringe to your ribbon until all pieces are attached. Once everything is glued and the glue strings are removed, it's ready to be displayed! 

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Tuesday Tweet Chat- Twitter 101

Have a Twitter account and not sure how to use it?  Even if you are a seasoned pro with social media, come down and share some of your expertise!

Topics will include:
- Do's and Don'ts with Twitter.
- How to promote your shop without promoting your shop.
- Planning tweets.
-And much more!




Please join us at 10 am! If you like to use tweetchat.com to follow our chats this is the link tweetchat.com/room/sfetsy

Amanda
MsAmandaJayne
www.twitter.com/msamandajayne

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We Met & We Made at the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles

Last night, more than 100 crafty folks got together at the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles for a fascinating workshop led by SF Etsy team co-captain Even Howard. Even taught us a little textile history and showed us how to use embroidery floss to make weavings and bows inspired by Victorian Hairwork. 

Even Howard of Nadene reviews workshop instructions

Part of the SoFA First Friday Art Walk, the evening was the kick-off event for the South Bay Etsy Meet & Make program. The SF Etsy team is proud to be working with the museum to support more crafty events in the South Bay -- stay tuned for more exciting announcements about upcoming events! The event was very well organized, and all supplies were included. I love this workshop format!

 

Even had two options for folks to explore: an infinity bow and a floss weaving.

Sample projects inspired by Victorian Hairwork by Even Howard of Nadene

I really enjoyed seeing the various interpretations to the workshop guidelines. This infinity bow card was gorgeous!

The room was packed with eager participants -- we kept having to add more and more tables as more and more people wanted to be part of the crafty action!

Museum director Christine looks on as folks dive into the project.

You could practically see the creativity in the air! (Or perhaps that was a side effect of the warm room -- we've been assured that the A/C will be all fixed by our event next month! Many thanks for everyone's patience regarding climate control.)
 

SF Etsy volunteer Kashmira helps some other SF Etsy members: Liz of ionyka chooses her colors while SF Etsy co-captain Katy looks on.

Our lovely team co-captains Even and Katy took a moment to smile for the camera!

 Many thanks to the team volunteers who came out to help make the evening such a success!

From left to right: SF Etsy co-captain Even of Nadene, Kashmira of Sadafulee, Vickie of Oh Abby Day, Armani of Retablos, and yours truly -- Jen, SF Etsy team leader and the Mama in Mama's Magic Studio.

 A big thank you to Etsy for sponsoring this great event -- and many, many thanks to our wonderful hosts and all the folks at the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles! We're so glad to be partnering with you. Already looking forward to the June Meet & Make which will be taught by the amazing Rebecca of OodleBaDoodle! More details on that coming soon!

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If you're an Etsy seller in the San Francisco Bay Area, contact Our Team Captain about joining SFEtsy!

Tuestorial: Pom-Pom Flowers

The last Tuestorial was all about bringing nature into your home for Spring and this week it's all about faking it! There are areas of everyone's home or workspace that gets no sunshine, is exposed to messes, or you just have a black thumb. Today's Tuestorial will cure your Springtime blues and give you some artificial happiness!

Materials Needed:

• Yarn (in your choice of color)
• Floral wire
• Scissors
• Foam 
• Glue (optional)
• Your choice of vase or container

White on white, and ready for some color!

Step 1:

Once you have your vase or container ready, cut the foam to fit the bottom. This will provide a support base for the wire and perky flowers!

Wrappin'

Tyin'

Step 2:

Take your yarn and wrap it around your pointer and middle fingers about 100 times. This will provide a small yet "fluffy" pom-pom. Once you are finished wrapping, cut the end of the yarn (leaving a few inches). Carefully remove from your fingers and take the cut end through the opening to secure. Tie a small knot and check to make sure it is snug. 

Cutting the folded ends

Making it the perfect size!

Step 3:

Spread the folded ends to create a circle. Take your scissors and cut all the ends open. Once all folded ends are cut, begin to trim the pom-pom down. You can adjust it to any size you would like at this point. I decided to make smaller, fluffier pom-poms.

Pretty and colorful addition to my dark corner!

Step 4:

Once your pom-pom is the shape you want, cut a piece of wire to the height you desire for your container. Place the pom-pom on the end of the wire and stick it in the foam. You can glue the pom-pom on the wire if you want it make more secure.

Repeat steps 2 and 3. Become a pom-pom pro and make as many as you need to fill your container. Once it is full, set it out and enjoy. No watering necessary! 

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Calling South Bay SF Etsy Folks -- Meet & Make in San Jose!

We're delighted to announce the kick-off event for the South Bay Etsy Meet & Make program: a Fiber Salon hosted by the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles!

Join SF Etsy co-captain and talented fiber artist Even Howard of Nadene to learn about the fascinating history of Victorian hair jewelry and craft your own using embroidery floss. While you're there, be sure to check out the beautiful exhibit: Milestones -- Textiles of Transition.

This free event is part of the SOFA First Friday Art Walk and is sure to be a great time!

When: Friday, May 3, from 7 – 11 p.m. PT
Where: San Jose Museum of Quilt and Textiles, 520 South First Street, San Jose, CA 95113
We're very excited to be offering more SF Etsy events in the South Bay, where we have a growing contingent of members. Hope to see many of you there -- you can RSVP here to reserve your spot!

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Next Tuesday's Tweetchat: Free Marketing

Don't have a lot of money to market your shop? The Tuesday Tweet chat on April 30, 2013 can help! Learn new ways to market your Etsy shop for free!

Topics will include:
- Free places to market your shop 

- Tips for marketing your shop
 
Please join us at 10 am! If you like to use tweetchat.com to follow our chats this is the link tweetchat.com/room/sfetsy

See you there!

Amanda
www.twitter.com/msamandajayne

P.S. Chat transcripts will be up on the blog again soon! 

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