If you love sewing, then you probably already know and love the handmade community over at Etsy. Where ever you are in the world you can set up your own store selling either your hand-made treasures or crafting supplies. Or you can buy from many of the small and independent sellers – people just like you.
I have my own store there too, called Print or Plain, a reference to the bags I used to sew and sell. Before this one I had another store selling soaps and beauty products that did really well.
It's a great place to support small businesses, and buy awesome fabrics, and other sewing supplies. Did you catch the Best Fabric Shops on Etsy feature from earlier this year? These stores are all worth checking out – interesting fabrics and low overheads can lead to some really great finds. And most of them offer exclusive discount codes for SSE readers too.
Now we've got a great giveaway today especially sponsored by the lovely team over at Etsy, who have offered you a chance to win a $100 Etsy gift certificate to spend in any shop you like on anything you like.
Here are a few ideas to whet your shopping appetite (these pictures are clickable links):
Tula pink fabrics
Sewing clip art
Trendy sewing jewelry
Fat quarter bundles
Every type, size and color of zipper
The cutest sewing patterns
Yoga pants sewing pattern
Sewing machine necklace
Sewing machine t-shirt
Perfect for the teeny tiny pouch
Awesome bag hardware
Vintage style sewing room decor
Mug and coaster set
Sewing birthday card
Foxy fabric
Ready made bag handles
Tape measure light switch
Even Dr Who fabrics
Second prize is the Best of the Bags sewing pattern bundle from So Sew Easy, containing 6 bag sewing patterns.
How to enter the giveaway
There are lots of ways to enter. Pick one or more of the entries below and keep your fingers crossed.
If you don't see the entry widget in your browser, you can get to it HERE.
Terms – open worldwide. Not all shops on Etsy are set up to accept gift certificates, but will probably do so if asked. Closing date is the end of the day on the 17th May. Part of the Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day– win lots of sewing goodies.
I also LOVE Zipper Island (and Sew So Easy, of course!) Love watching the tutorial videos.
Esty is my “Go To” for the majority of my sewing supplies…..I haven’t had a negative experience…..all the sellers I have connected with are so gracious and kind! I have sooooo many favorites and such great deals!
I’m grateful for the opportunity to enter your giveaway…..I would consider myself blessed to win your bag patterns!
I have quite a few favorite Etsy shops, you can find my favorites listed in my Etsy shop. Which is a work in progress. Mitchell32stitches This is just one of my favorite shops. <3 https://www.etsy.com/shop/Hectanooga?ref=l2-shopheader-name
I opened a shop at one time, but never listed anything. Maybe I will venture that way again someday. Time will tell!
great giveaway..
What an awesome giveaway! So much fun…Etsy has such wonderful talent!
I have not ventured a sale on etsy yet. I have lots of favorites though! I guess I just need to get over the scare of things I heard !
I’m a regular shopper on Etsy – love it for inspiration and gifts for others and myself.
Thanks for making things “so sew” easy for a beginner like me!
I think I’ve found a new favorite to keep me up to date on my sewing techniques and cool pattern and supplies!
Oooh, I would love to get some fabric with Karen Hallion’s designs! I love her Disney/Doctor Who crossovers!
I haven’t got a favorite seller- but I have looked a couple of times and think there are a lot of talented people out there 😀
Great giveaway! Check out
my husband’s (our) store for
most creative and unique wood
carvings you have ever seen!
HundleyHandCarved@etsy.com
Carla from Utah
Crossing my fingers!
I always check etsy first when I’m in need of fabric or zippers. Everyone is awesome, I’ve never had a negative experience. Thanks for this great giveaway!
I shop on Etsy quiet frequently. So much to choose from. Also, I really enjoy the patterns you have, easy to follow.
I don’t have an etsy shop yet, but hope to soon. Would really love to win this.
I’m glad I found your blog. It looks like you have several patterns I will be getting.
THANK YOU FOR ALL THE FUN THINGS YOU GIVE AWAY.
Thank you for this chance to win. Also for all you give with your free patterns and info on shops. I look forward to your posts.
I have never bought anything on Etsy yet. Thanks!
Love Etsy.
I really love many sellers on Etsy. There’s some great creative ideas, lovely fabrics and a great community! I don’t have a particular overall favourite.
Marie
This is a great giveaway and with so many etsy shops to choose from
I’ve never bought anything from Etsy. I could see myself buying some patterns there some day.
Love how informative and well put together your blog is. I enjoy many shops on Etsy and have yet to find an absolute favorite.
Thank you for the great giveaway.
I like so MANY shops! Browsing on Etsy is like falling down a rabbit hole, only with more drool 😀 LOL
Lydia,
No absolute favorites on Etsy, there are too many!
How to have a favourite Etsy store…I’d feel guilty leaving one out. Lets just say I have been known to while away the hours on Etsy an may be just may be I’ve also given my credit card a little melt down 😉
You, of course!
I mostly end up buying from any Etsy seller that’s selling cute for a good price.
I don’t have a fave etsy seller as I have not purchased anything.i have only just started using online shopping.
I love looking at all the great shops but have only bought from Sew So Easy so far. Thanks for the great giveaway! Love your site.
Zipper Island is a great place to get just the right zipper for those trendy Moto jackets, love the color choices and types of zips.
Don’t have my own shop and there are waaaaay too many to choose a favorite from…
I have my own shop on Etsy and find the community to be awesome and supportive. I have joined the local Etsy street team and have participated in their sales and promotions and met so many wonderful friends through this community. https://www.etsy.com/shop/TawnyBee
Wow, this might be the best giveaway yet! I don’t have a favorite Etsy seller. I have many. 🙂
I really appreciate how much time and energy you put into your blog and our community. Thank you!
Wonderful giveaway – would love to win your bag patterns! I also love Etsy and have many many favorites there…. I do shop there plus have my own shop too – http://www.etsy.com/shop/mypinkppercottage There are wonderful things and wonderful deals on Etsy! Thanks for this chance to win. Love your YouTube videos by the way.
I love Zia Art Studio on Etsy. https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZiaArtStudio