Tell me a bit about yourself My name is Xin Zhao, and I live in Woburn, MA, which is about 16 miles north of Boston. I grew up in China, and came to US about 9 years ago. I live with my dear husband, our pet fish and lots of my precious plants (I call them my babies). I love my culture and all kinds of Chinese folk arts. What is the name of your Shop? I opened Read more

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My name is Barbara Nestola and while I grew up in the heart of the South (Upstate South Carolina) I am currently living in Munich, Germany with my 3 year old daughter while my husband is on international assignment. My background (formal education) is in Physics and Early Childhood Education, however I am currently a Stay-At-Home-Mom (and thats a good thing!). The Read more

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Tell me a bit about yourself Hello everyone! My name is Leeana and I have a soap business called LoveLeeSoaps. It is full of fun colorful, beautiful smelling soaps in all different shapes and sizes. Also rich and creamy body butters, lotions, scrubs, and even lip balm. What is the name of your Shop? LoveLeeSoaps Please describe your creative process My Read more

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Tell me a bit about yourself My name is Vanessa and I’m from Kansas. I get inspired by everyday things. When I see something remotely interesting I tend to capture the image forever in my camera and then into my computer. My shops name is Nessa Monster, I’ve learned allot of my techniques, believe it or not, from girl scouts. Where do your ideas come Read more

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Till recently I worked in the basement of an art museum but left my job to pursue life as a full time mom, artist and crafter. I consider myself a maker of things. I love working with fabric and paint, embroidery, sewing and vintage findings to create something that has a completely new and original aesthetic from its former life. Instead is the name of my store on Read more

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My name is Arnesa, I go by the nickname Arny. I live in Leesburg, Virginia. Originally I am from Bosnia and I have lived in United States for 10 years now. I work as a Store Manager at Anne Klein and I make my products when I have free time. The name of my Shop is Arny Designs. I am all for going green, so I make my products from plastic shopping bags, materials, plastic, metal, Read more

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Tell me a bit about yourself My name is Christen Largent. I live west of Toledo, Ohio in the middle of nowhere called Monclova — it’s not a town, it’s a township. I am married to a wonderful man and this year we’ll celebrate our 15th year of marriage!! I can’t believe it! I have 2 awesome kids - Meghan and Liam. I’m a member of the Read more

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Hi my name is Kia Xiong, 23 going on 24 years old and I am a Fashion Designer who loves clothes and making unique pieces from beautiful fabrics to left over vintage fabrics that I think will work on a women’s body. I am currently located in California and enjoy the sun and people around me. I am also a student in Fashion Designing and am certified to make clothes. I make all my designs and Read more

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Tell me a bit about yourself My name is Kristien Hammer, I live in Greenville, South Carolina. I’ve been metalworking for 4 years, and just recently found Etsy (seller since April 20). I make all my jewelry in a barn where my studio is in my back yard! I also love other crafts, like felting, making plush things, and crocheting. What is the name of your Shop? The name of my Etsy Read more

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My name is Jo Rebeka and I have my Etsy Shop. I was born and grew up in the midwest of the USA, but I have lived in New Mexico for over 30 years. My background is in jewelry-making, and I have been doing flame-worked glass for 15 years. I first realized I wanted to be an artist as a young child (5 years old) when a classmate made fun of my unusual use of colored crayons. This ended Read more

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Tell me a bit about yourself Hello, my name is Sarah Lynne (hence the clever shop name) and I live, work, and consume candy in Grand Rapids Michigan. What is the name of your Etsy Shop? Again with the clever shop name; Sarah Lynne Designs Please describe your creative process I create reversible jewelry from scrap aluminium, resin and tiny images formed from sculpted wire and Read more

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My name is Amy Ressa. I am the owner of The Painted House and More. I run my business out of my home. I live in Gahanna, Ohio which is a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. I opened up my Etsy shop back in November of 2007. My shop name is Aressa. I mainly sell my hand painted items through this shop. I do sell handmade jewelry and smelly good products too. I mainly sell those in my shops. I Read more

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