Blog Posts by Team Members

[SteampunkDream]

here's my latest, i would love to see yours!

Fairy tales are back! http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2011/11/14/fairy-tales-are-back/

[SteampunkDream]

... I know this is a touchy subject with crafters and artisans, but being a beadweaver, I felt I needed to explain why I price the way I do:

http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2011/11/15/my-thoughts-on-charging-for-your-time/

Feel free to agree or disagree, i would love to hear your thoughts on the subject!

[Former_Member]

I would have to agree that it's really difficult to figure out pricing for handmade items.... we don't have a formula to speak of as it's different for each piece we make. The sewn items are easier to have a formula for as both of us are quite good at sewing, but when it comes to other items I know we don't take all our time into consideration.

[SteampunkDream]

Blogged about today's Cyber Monday deal! http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2011/11/28/cyber-monday-madness/

[Former_Member]

Here is a link to the first ever review of one of the items offered at the Steampunk Surplus! I am sure some of you may know what I'm talking about when I say this is a great feeling to be appreciated! This is the finest form of feedback! Also, if you have a chance, check out the reviewe's Etsy page "Queen Victoriana" for some fantastic looking steampunk and victorian themed jewelry.

May the wind be at your backs,
Santiago Dunbar
Captain, S.S. Beatrix

http://queenvictoriana.blogspot.com/2011/12/review-steampunk-medal-by-captain.html

[SteampunkDream]

Have you ever bought anything that looked AMAZING online but was "meh" in real life?

My latest blog post is about that, and my experiences with it. Also, what this means for us as online sellers of handmade: http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2011/12/13/it-looked-better-in-the-picture/

Would love to hear your thoughts!

[Former_Member]

Hi, I am a newbe here, but I will try to be a part of the team.
Here in my latest post about being musttrusted as a young craftswoman:
http://claykawaii.livejournal.com/4578.html

[SteampunkDream]

Dealing with being shy when it comes to trying to sell: http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2011/12/19/overcoming-shyness-for-the-sake-of-word-of-mouth...

[Former_Member]

Figured this might be worth sharing on here:

My latest blog post is about repurposing after-Christmas clearance finds into art supplies:

http://moiracoon.blogspot.com/2011/12/repurposing-of-december-26th.html

[Former_Member]

My latest blog post is excited prattling about a convention next month:

http://moiracoon.blogspot.com/2011/12/midwinter.html

~Moira

I’m also find-able at:
http://www.facebook.com/MoiracoonsShinies
http://twitter.com/MoiraCoon

[Former_Member]

My latest blog post is about my goals for my Etsy (and my shinies in general) for 2012.

http://moiracoon.blogspot.com/2012/01/goals-for-year.html

What are your plans and objectives this year?

~Moira

I’m also find-able at:
http://www.facebook.com/MoiracoonsShinies
http://twitter.com/MoiraCoon

[Former_Member]

We finally have a blog....

http://theengineerandthegypsy.blogspot.com/

[WinterKitchen]

just started my Steampunk adventure story on my blog lonelylachemist.blogspot.com

[Former_Member]

I just blogged about The Scrap Box, a community-based creative re-use program collecting post-manufacturing material donations for recycling by artists and educators (with a list of links to similar programs by state and province).

http://moiracoon.blogspot.com/2012/01/shes-scrappy-gal-she-is.html

~Moira

I’m also find-able at:
http://www.facebook.com/MoiracoonsShinies
http://twitter.com/MoiraCoon

[SteampunkDream]

How to enjoy prom, drama and all: http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/21/prom-preparations/

[Former_Member]

My most recent post is about how to find success in failure.

http://gatesofobrillin.blogspot.com/

[SteampunkDream]

BLOG GIVEAWAY! Win a free $43 choker! http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/24/meet-tanja-fridays-featured-artist-enter-to-win-...

[SteampunkDream]

How to implement trends in your Etsy store without losing your soul: http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2012/02/27/cashing-in-on-trends-while-staying-true-to-handm...

[Former_Member]

Enter for a chance to win a $25 Gift Certificate
http://magicbyleahpresents.blogspot.com/2012/02/artists-and-giveaways.html

[SteampunkDream]

Resisting the urge to lie about how successful (or unsuccessful) my business is: http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/07/the-temptation-to-lie-about-success/

[Former_Member]

My latest post is a glimpse at my costume (still a WIP). Critique and suggestions would be appreciated. :)
http://www.sweetappletea.com/2012/03/steampunk-cosplay-progress.html

[SteampunkDream]

My 200th Blog post! http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/14/200th-blog-post/

[Former_Member]

I just did another blog post on Steampunk Finds
http://pink-thatcraftybitch.blogspot.com/

[SteampunkDream]

Why I buy handmade: http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/22/why-i-buy-handmade

[SteampunkDream]

Handling being turned down: http://megansbeadeddesigns.wordpress.com/2012/03/26/dealing-with-rejection/