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EtsySuccess Feature

Alyssa Zukas — Thu, 31 Mar 2016 18:06:37 +0000

Thanks to etsysuccess on Instagram for featuring the pic of my stenciling process from my Etsy About page. Love Etsy’s new look especially the way it highlights your “about” process.

My story begins… I started stenciling with my mom as a kid one summer (making happy face shirts in the 90s) and fell in love with it! Many special requests later I had a business (started on the dining room table of my first apartment) and Etsy helped me bring that to the world!

Etsy’s New Look

Alyssa Zukas — Tue, 29 Mar 2016 07:29:13 +0000

So excited for Etsy’s new re-brand of the shops I just couldn’t wait for the rollout to show you. Here’s a sneak peak of the new header design. I think it’s great we get such a large amount of space to show off our branding now. Way to go Etsy!

Our Favorite Gifting Trends – Etsy Finds

Alyssa Zukas — Sat, 30 Jan 2016 04:32:48 +0000

Thanks so much to Etsy for including me in their Etsy Finds email for their “Favorite Gifting Trends.” The orders are literally pouring in so I’ll do my best to get them out ASAP! I know everyone would ideally want them for Valentines even though my lead time is 4-6 weeks so I’m hustling to get them out.

Etsy’s 2015 Holiday Press Preview

Alyssa Zukas — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:18:24 +0000

Sent along one of my fox hoodies to Etsy and was so honored that they featured it in their 2015 Holiday Press preview. Thanks for showing the love!

You can find my fox hoodie in the Etsy shop here

Etsy’s 2015 autumn/winter Look Book

Alyssa Zukas — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 02:13:43 +0000

So excited to have my fox hoodie featured in the etsy 2015 autumn/winter look book for kids. What an adorable collection. I am lucky to be among such talented sellers!

BONjour Enamel Jewelry Now Live

Alyssa Zukas — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 01:56:09 +0000

New BONjour enamel pendants up in the shop with your choice of gold plated chain or cotton bakers twine. Also, check out the enamel pin version as well! Comes in red, navy or white enamel on a polished gold background. Each pendant is etched and hand filled with vitreous enamel color. It is then fired in a kiln to harden the enamel and hand polished to a mirrored finish. Comes packaged on a miniature wooden clipboard or wooden gift tag with hand printed letterpress tag and wrapped in a striped paper envelope.

I’m totally geeking out seeing my designs in metal & I really want to do more. Which design should be next?

BuzzFeed – 19 plus size etsy shops you should favorite

Alyssa Zukas — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 01:10:09 +0000

Thanks to Buzzfeed for voting my Etsy shop one of “19 plus size Etsy shops you should favorite“. What a great collection of shops, thanks to Nora Whelan for staying body positive!

I like to offer all the sizes I can get my hands on. Most tees come in 2XL, 3XL and 4XL. If you see something in the shop that you like and don’t see your size, drop me a line and I can whip up a custom size for you.

Find a Cactus Friend at Blue Elephant Boutique

Alyssa Zukas — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 00:39:39 +0000

Digging this layout of goodies from Blue Elephant Boutique in Austin, TX. She just got a bunch of two string jane wholesale tees in. Be sure to stop by if you’re in town, wish I could be there to shop!

Mollie Makes x two string jane – Print Your own Tee

Alyssa Zukas — Sun, 15 Feb 2015 19:31:54 +0000

Just found out Mollie Makes put up my stencil cutting and printing tutorial on their website! Check out the post below to make your own DIY stenciled t-shirt or grab the new featured “Mix It Up” tee in the shop!

Print your own typography tee

Print your favourite saying on a plain tee with a little help from Alyssa Zukas of Two String Jane.

Nothing beats stumbling upon a DIY that doesn’t require buying materials: this t shirt printing tutorial is one of them. What’s more, the only lengthy part to this project is cutting out the design, after that it’s a simple case of dabbing your way to the finish line. This printing technique can be used on cotton fabrics, too – great for personalising sewing projects. Put on some tunes while you craft, here’s a playlist.

You will need:

Free template
T-shirt or vest
A blade
A cutting surface
Tape
Transparency film or freezer paper
Two small sponges
Two fabric paint shades
Tin foil

Tip: Try practicing on spare fabric first to get the hang of using a stencil.

Step 1
Tape the template design to a piece of film or freezer paper, and place on your cutting surface.

Step 2
Carefully cut the film, tracing the design as closely as possible.

Step 3
Once your stencil is complete, place on your t-shirt and secure with tape. Place a sheet of foil inside to protect the reverse.

Step 4
Coat your sponge with a small amount of paint.

Step 5
Sponge paint the first colour onto the shirt inside the stencil, using even pressure. Start around the edges and work towards the centre. Gently use a downward stamping motion to apply the paint. Do not wipe.

Step 6
Paint the second colour using a fresh sponge, working towards the middle. Gently blend the colours together in the middle to create a smooth gradient.

Step 7
Allow to air dry or use a hair dryer before peeling the stencil.

Furry Fun for Winter – Geo Fox Hoodie

Alyssa Zukas — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 22:53:16 +0000

Furry fun for winter! So excited to release my new geo fox hoodie for kids in the shop. With hand sewn ears and painted detachable tail. Which animal should be next?

I’m working with my super talented mom who is printing and sewing on all the tails, ears, etc. for everything. Keeping it in the fam!