A couple of months ago I was invited to join the new
Etsy Austin team - it's about time we had one here!
Etsy, for those of you who don't know - is an easy to use website where crafters and makers can sell their wares.
Etsy has gained much acclaim in the past few years - and many major publications are taking note by gleaning the thousands and thousands of cute offerings for their editorial picks. From the NY Times to Lucky Mag - Etsy is bringing crafters into the mainstream mindset.
Street teams are groups of Etsy Sellers who organize locally and regionally to promote each other's online shops, produce events and share selling advice. Etsy Austin joins the ranks of the well known
Etsy Dallas and
Etsy Texas groups - and looks to become a force in the local craft scene.

This December
Team Etsy Austin will produce their first craft show - a three day affair at the alternative/punk/skater venue T
he Broken Neck. The event promises to be a fun one - with live music all day and night, and live skating demonstrations.
They will feature family-friendly entertainment during the day, and more mature fun for night. The
Etsy Austin Holiday Bazaar is currently accepting applications from interested crafters. They also need VOLUNTEERS so check out the details below.
When: Dec. 19th - 21st, 2008
Where:
The Broken NeckApplication:
PDF available onlineMore Info:
Etsy Austin BlogAnd don't forget - my own show,
The Bearded Ladies Present: Shop Austin, is currently accepting applications as well! Get yourself set for the FINEST event in Austin next Spring.
xo, Anne Marie
www.AnneMarieBeard.comwww.AnneMarieBeard.etsy.comwww.TheBeardedLadiesPresent.com