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by Nicole Beatty

Embroidered wood rings $40 each, by Noshii at etsy.com

Online craft shop Etsy Dallas is hosting the second annual Spring Bash from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. More than 60 artists and crafters who've journeyed from as far as Montana will fill the hallways of South Side on Lamar (1409 S. Lamar St.) to sell their goods. South Side's Absinthe Lounge will mix drinks for shoppers perusing vendor booths, everything from jewelry to home decor. There's no entry fee, but plan to carry change – some sellers are cash only.

Be on the lookout for Etsy Dallas veterans such as jeweler Haute Hardware and newcomers including Noshii, who embroiders wood accessories and fine art. We're excited to see Dowdy Studio's funky T-shirt designs, Tara to the T's vintage-inspired hair accessories and Fuzzy Muffins, adorable stuffed animals handmade by a University of North Texas student.

Last year's event brought in around 2,000, so arrive early to be one of the first 50 attendees to snag a goody bag – two will include $10 "bash bucks," which can be used at the event. There's a free-to-enter raffle, though Etsy Dallas will collect cash donations benefiting Operation Kindness.

Can't make it this weekend? Mark your calendar for Nov. 20, Etsy's Jingle Bash, a winter version of the craft sale. For more information on Saturday's event and to see a complete list of vendors, log on to www.etsydallas.com.

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