Come Together.

The Gathering. An original little drawing by Pretty Little Thieves. 

Occasionally, living the life of a crafter can feel extremely lonely. My average week is about 50-60 hours and probably just over half of that is spent completely alone in my print studio. And while I certainly wouldn’t trade it for anything, sometimes I forget what it’s like to be in a room full of people. Well, actually, I suppose I should clarify that. I do go to bars–primarily of the karaoke variety, and I do participate in a bootcamp workout class. So, it’s more honest to say that I’ve forgotten what it’s like to be in a room full of sober, non-sweaty, grunt-free people.

Well, thanks to the fine folks at Etsy, I had the perfect opportunity to break this loner streak. Maria, Matt and Anda strolled through Seattle on Monday and were kind enough to host a little community meeting, bringing Etsyans from all corners of the rain city together. Sometimes all you need is that glimpse of collective spirit and the energy it can bring to renew your sense of purpose and remind you that you’re part of something very special.

Well said. Better Together banner by Earmark.

Meet Me at the Tree. 8×10 print of an original illustration by Sea Spray Blue.

Needlefelted and sweet as can be. Little Parisian Neighborhood by The Drying Rack.

So neighborly and stylish at the same time. Mr. Rogers pin from My Aunt Debbie.

Such an industrious little bunch. Squirrel Village, a screenprint of an original papercut by CindyMindyPindy.

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