Etsy Meetups Everywhere

Our location has closed without notice....PLEASE meet us @ Hailmary's 1402 South Priest in Tempe, AZ...sorry for the inconvenience! If you have any questions please call me @ [masked].

If you are interested in downloading Etsy's Craft Party Kit, here is the link http://team.etsy.com/ETSY_C...

Tip on what kind of thread to pick out for the crochet necklace... I bought some nylon crochet thread at Hobby Lobby (positioned on an endcap) , which works great! I believe it is $3.00/roll. Also, if you'd like to attach a clasp to the end of your necklace, please bring lobster clasps, jump rings, and some clamshells to cover the knots.

@ Waterrose Rose -
it's a fairly big space, but there is not a ton of table space. I think as people start showing up, we'll just spread out and take over the place! Don't worry if you dont know how to crochet, this is really easy. I'm not a crocheter either, and I picked this up immediately. It's really easy and it's a great summer necklace (I can't stop making them now!)

Ok, I can do that. thanks!

its just making a chain with a hook - its the first thing you learn when you crochet - very easy

I barely know how to crochet, but will give it a try! This sounds like a lot of fun... How many people will fit at a time at this location?

do you have to know how to crochet already to participate in the group project? i've never crocheted before, but it's something i'd like to learn. :)

If this meetup gets too crowded feel free to head over to the one in Apache Junction. We'll be making fabric rosette brooches and origami gift boxes.

If you would like to participate in the group project, we will be making beaded crochet necklaces like in this blog: http://rebeccasower.typepad... You will need a Size E or F crochet hook, assorted beads (at least 50), thread to crochet your necklace with (nylon cord, crochet thread, waxed thread, even a fine gauge metal). You don't have to do the group project, but I thought this would be fun and doenst take up too much room to work on.

Hi Kandes - Feel free to invite the East Valley Artisans group!

Hello, I am the leader of the East Valley Artisans, an local etsy team. I know I would love to join you on craft night and some of my team members might as well. I will let them know about it.

I'm curious what the headcount will actually be...? I can't imagine how 40 people could fit into 3 Roots, especially for crafting.

Okay, so here's the scoop. We will be meeting at 3 Roots Coffee House & Cafe in Tempe http://3rootstempe.com/ It is located at 1020 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281. It will go from 5-8pm, and will be sort of open house style. So, don't worry if you can't make it right at 5, still try to come! It will be a great time to meet everyone and talk about our different projects!

Hi Everyone -
I've been contacting lots of places where we can potentially all meet up. I have one tentative location, but it's not ideal time wise. I'm still waiting to hear back from a couple other places before I post where it will officially be held.

On another note, we made the TOP 50!

If anyone would like to pitch in ideas for the project, that would be great as well.

Have a great day everyone!

I think we made the top 50! YAY!!!

Try Escalante Ctr in Tempe. We use one of their rooms for free for Girl Scouts. I am not sure if there is a charge if you are not designated as a non-profit (GS is).

Is there a Golden Corral anywhere out that way? I know there is one by me in East Mesa that you can use the big room for for free. Maybe we can find something like that.

What about the Pyle Center? They have rooms that range from $5 to $30 per hour - [masked] is their number.
Or maybe a restaurant type place - I know Meatballz in Ahwatukee has big tables and might work?

Sounds like fun. Let me know where we find a spot to meet.

Alright, lets just get a few more people to help secure our spot in the top 50! You guys are great! I'm still working on a place, but if anyone has any more suggestions or offers of places to hold this, I would love some help. I contacted Kiwanis Park about one of their classrooms, and it would cost like $200 for 4 hours that night! I was hoping to find somewhere that would be a lot less expensive. Does anyone have a church in the area that has a space we could use?

28 people! Yay - now can we get just a few more?

I will share it on facebook

we need to tweet to spread the word!

We are about 70th on the list - if everyone can get a few more people to sign up today - then we can be in the top 50!

If everyone is game...maybe we can each bring something to snack on? If not, maybe a venue for people to bring their own food to eat while crafting.

Are we going to have someone maybe demonstrate a craft project that can easily be learned by all? Might be fun and get us all engaged. Just another thought. :)

Hi Guys!
I'm glad to see we are getting some interest in our Tempe area craft party. I'll check into some of the options for places to hold the event, and in the meantime, be sure to get anyone who's interested in attending to RSVP here. On Monday, Etsy will give FREE goodie bags to the top 50 meetups! So, even if you know people who arent positive if they are coming, be sure to have them sign up anyway. Feel free to post the info on Twitter, Facebook, etc.!

I'd like to know too! If we are doing something crafty that would be great. Im also interested in talking to others who are selling on Etsy.

What actually happens at the meetup parties?

Well I don't get off until 8pm, so I hope everything is open late enough.
I'd say since we were having the get together at 7pm, we could even do it outside as it won't be hot. Unless we're doing something crafty that is.

Yes, I was going to suggest the Tempe library as well. They have really nice, big rooms.

Ive been there - also Changing Hands may have a space to use. I have a couple more friends who would like to come if the event is in Tempe. Even Michaels or Joanns have class room space - thats possible, as is the Tempe Library.

Has anyone ever been to the Paper Studio on Rural and Southern? I think they hold craft classes there and might be a good location to ask to see if we can use their space for our get together. Just a thought. :)

saw on Etsy site: *Reminder: Work on those RSVPs for your Craft Party! The top 50, as of this Monday, June 7th, 2010, will be sent a giant box of craft party goodies!*
Are we in the running?

What fun...I'm interested!

I am in Gilbert but Tempe works for me. I want to know more

Im interestedand would like to know more - Tempe works for me

I posted this on my Facebook so hopefully it will generate more interest. :)

Let me know if you are interested in doing the Etsy Craft Party in the Tempe area, and we can work on a location.