Handmade on Facebook
Past the link to your company page on facebook in the discussion forum below to expand your fans or group members.A regularly updated list of company names and links will be posted to make sure we all get them all!See More
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Erika Davis
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- North Lincolnshire
- United Kingdom
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Erika Davis's Groups
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Handmade on Facebook
572 members
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Textile Tinkerers
139 members
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UK Handmade Jewellery
256 members
Erika Davis's Discussions
Twitter account hacked
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Hi allYesterday I had my twitter account hacked. If you get a message from any twitter account saying they have seen a bad blog about you, DO NOT CLICK THE LINK. The link brings up the twitter log in…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Erika Davis Oct 20, 2011.
Reasons to buy UK Handmade
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I have dedicated a small page on my website, called reason to buy UK handmade. You can view at www. erikadavisdesigns.co.ukIf we all gave up a bit of space on our sites and let people know why they…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anna Stassen Apr 15, 2011.
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Twitter account hacked
Hi allYesterday I had my twitter account hacked. If you get a message from any twitter account saying they have seen a bad blog about you, DO NOT CLICK THE LINK. The link brings up the twitter log in page and it's when you log in they get your password. I spent most of yesterday dealing with the backlash of people saying I had sent them to a phising site. I'm not the only one this has happened to so just be on your guard. Erika xSee More
"Didn't realise it went to a US site but found it here…"
Natures inspiration
Woke up to glorious sunshine and the temperature in double figures. It's day like this when I want to get out and about looking for inspiration for new items of jewellery and bags. I love…See More
"Found this http://www.fabricbuy.co.uk/buy/NR-364/Slipper_Gripper But had a thought and wondered if puff paint would do the same job. Might be worth experimenting with a peice of fabric. If it works you could print your own design with the puff…"
"Promoting an etsy shop is the same as promoting a website. Look for free business and shopping directories to add your shop to, like shopmania, shopwiki etc. Set up a business page on facebook where you can showcase your work. You can link this to…"
"Love the colour, hope you do well with it
Erika"
Making a necklace from a bracelet
My sister had been looking for a necklace and matching bracelte but could'nt find what she wanted. She managed to find a pack of two bracelets but no necklace to match. She showed me the bracelets and I told her I could easily make her a necklace from the spare bracelet.So off I went to raid my bead stash, to find some coordinating beads. The original…See More
"Don't know of any wholesalers of hand. I don't tend to use them as you have to buy huge amounts. You could try and see if the websites I mentioned will give you a discount for bulk orders.
Erika"
"Try www.u-handbag.com ; www.bagsofhandles.co.uk
Erika"
"I know quite a few people who have a website and etsy/folksy so it's up to you really.
If you have a website and want to sell from it, your really do need to be able to take credit/debit card payments. I use paypal express checkout (people can…"
"No probs, post a pic when they're done.
Erika"
"How about using narrow double sided tape. Stick it to the tealight holder. peel of the backing then attach your ribbon.
Erika"
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- jewellery designer, sewer
- if you make and/or sell handmade items please give the name of your website, online shop or blog
- www.erikadavisdesigns.co.uk
Erika Davis's Blog
Sewing services
I Have over 30 years experience in the clothing/textiles industry, so as well as commissions for jewellery and bags, I will now be offering the following services.
- Clothing alterations and repairs
- Curtains shortened
- Cushion making
- Hand embroidery
- Free machine embroidery
- beadwork
- Garment making
If you require any of the above…
ContinuePosted on December 23, 2012 at 18:28
Stocking fillers
There's nothing I like better in the winter months, than getting curled up in front of the fire with a good book. Most members of my family also like to sit down with a good read.
Thinking about how people are struggling financially and christmas being just round the corner, I came up with the idea for these silk bookmarks and…
ContinuePosted on October 25, 2011 at 10:25
Natures inspiration
Woke up to glorious sunshine and the temperature in double figures. It's day like this when I want to get out and about looking for inspiration for new items of jewellery and bags.
I love…
ContinuePosted on September 26, 2011 at 12:45
Making a necklace from a bracelet
My sister had been looking for a necklace and matching bracelte but could'nt find what she wanted. She managed to find a pack of two bracelets but no necklace to match. She showed me the bracelets and I told her I could easily make her a necklace from the spare bracelet.
So off I went to raid my bead stash, to find some coordinating beads. The original…
ContinuePosted on September 19, 2011 at 13:00 — 2 Comments
Comment Wall (1 comment)
- At 9:10 on August 16, 2010,
Illusio said… - Hi there Erika...
Welcome to the group, if you need a hand then just shout out. To get the best out of the forum and customisation tips for your page, read this useful post. http://craftbloguk.blogspot.com/2010/03/uk-handmade.html
Best wishes
Lorrie
Events
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Handmade market, Kenilworth
June 22, 2013 from 10am to 3pm – St francis of assisi church hall
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Craftfest June/July 2013
June 29, 2013 at 12am to July 7, 2013 at 12am – Online
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Craft & Gift Fair
June 30, 2013 from 10am to 3pm – Nuthall Temple Community Centre
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Wonder Hill Handmade and Vintage Makers Market - Summer Festival
June 30, 2013 from 12pm to 5pm – Tooting Tram and Social Club
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Stamford Artisans Guild Ltd
July 7, 2013 from 10am to 4pm – Fineshade Woods
Videos
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Brighton Christmas Gift Fair 2013
Added by Karyn
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Making Decorative Boxes
Added by Cliff Gidney
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henhouse pottery
Added by David Barber
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