Tuesday, March 12, 2013

March Trend Challenge

The Promotional Frenzy Team wants to help online small businesses sell their products through smart marketing. One way you can really help the visibility of your shop is by keeping up with current trends. If your shop has items each month that people are looking for, and you tag them appropriately you should get good traffic just from listing and tagging items with current trends!

With that in mind we will be giving Challenges to help Inspire and Motivate you to keep your shop current. For this challenge, there is a list below of trends to watch for this Spring. Your challenge:  Make 1 NEW item for your shop inspired by something in the list below.

Once you have made a piece, list it in your shop, tag it with the trend keywords and then POST YOUR NEW ITEM in the Comments of this blog!  

We would really love it if you would add to your description of your listing, "Inspired by The Promo Frenzy Trend Challenge: http://promofrenzyteam.blogspot.com "

With links to your items on our blog and links in your item listings to our blog we should all receive valuable back-links for our shops and wonderful exposure!

 You have to post a link to the comments of this blog NO LATER THAN MARCH 27th Midnight (eastern/etsy time). We will pick a winner at random (using random.org ) from the links posted in the comments.  The winner will be announced and given a feature on the blog in April.

*** PRIZES  ****
 
The random winner will receive a blog feature here on this blog.

** PLUS **  The winner's items will be BLASTED via Tweet bombs to over 40,000 twitter followers.

We will set up tweet bombs and RT the items to our networks!   We will also Pin to our Team Pinterest Account the winning items!  http://pinterest.com/etsypromofrenzy/


 ****** LIMIT OF 2 ENTRIES ******

WE ENCOURAGE you to make treasuries based on these trends, and include the people who post links in this blog!  Tag: Promofrenzy for extra exposure!!  You can feel free to post the treasuries in a comment here too!

TRENDS
Bright Colors for a Pop
Florals
Polka Dots
Geometric shapes/patterns 
Emerald Green
Reclaimed Materials (Earth Day theme)
Personalized Mother's Day Gifts
Easter Themed

Have fun and get creating!!!



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101 comments:

  1. BijiBijouxMarch 12, 2013 at 10:47 PM

    Hmm I have to start thinking what to do for this great challenge:)

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  2. MichelleMarch 12, 2013 at 10:49 PM

    Great challenge! I will need to think on this one :)

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  3. UnknownMarch 12, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    I can NOT wait to see all the beautiful creations you guys come up with! Please help promote so we can see some new shops!!

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  4. Little Hill JewelryMarch 12, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    Ooh, I'm excited. I needed a little inspiration, and this has got my mind going!

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  5. CreekHiker / HollysFollyMarch 12, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    Oh boy!I haven't had many torch days! I'll have to take this list with me!!

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  6. Romantic.TreasuresMarch 12, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    Great idea! I like the challenge. Looking forward to seeing what everyone creates.

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  7. ariella42March 13, 2013 at 12:27 AM

    What a fun idea! I'll have to come up with something :D

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  8. SmileyKit CreationsMarch 13, 2013 at 2:19 AM

    Wow love this challenge already had a few of the trends in mind to do just haven't gotten around to doing them NOW I will :)

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  9. Bill GuestMarch 13, 2013 at 2:42 AM

    combination FLORAL and EASTER
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/104812803/vintage-deer-fawn-figural-hand-painted

    so cute!! great Trend challenge!

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    1. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 13, 2013 at 6:32 PM

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    2. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 13, 2013 at 6:44 PM

      Bill.... your item needs to be a new listing... this one has been up for sometime.. can you give me another one as I already assigned you #1 before I realized it was not a new listing... thanks.

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  10. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 13, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    I love a challenge... have to get my thinking cap on for this one... If I remember correctly we had numerous entries for our last challenge.

    Have fun everyone, create gorgeous things to share...

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  11. Jill QMarch 13, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    You nailed the Trends, Janet ... all wonderful ideas!

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  12. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    Great ideas - I'll have to give this one a think. :)

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  13. Mt. Baldy GlassworksMarch 13, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    I love this challenge! I see polka dots in my future!

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  14. Mt. Baldy GlassworksMarch 13, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    I love this challenge! I see polka dots in my future!

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  15. Samantha KMarch 13, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    Can't wait to enter this contest. I have some new items entering my shop that fit perfectly into the reclaimed materials trend.
    https://www.etsy.com/shop/Reinventedbyme

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  16. pop art pet portraitsMarch 13, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    Great Idea love these ideas!!

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  17. magdamagda fashionMarch 13, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    I love the idea of the challenge! Most themes I find inspiring so I'd better get creating!

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  18. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    I will have to get on the ball now!

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  19. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    How great is this. here is my items www.etsy.com/listing/125599408

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  20. PeelirohiniMarch 13, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    oh i have one :)
    In Colors that Pop category :)
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126329925/statement-ring-cocktail-ring-hot-pink

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    1. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 13, 2013 at 6:36 PM

      #2 for our challenge... lol.. look out - I do believe Peeli won our last challenge!

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  21. Lori BergmannMarch 13, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    What a fun challenge! I'll be back with something to add to the list! *Ü*

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  22. SmileyKit CreationsMarch 13, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    Love this challenge here is mine for the challenge for the Emerald Green

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126347255/emerald-green-beadwoven-earrings

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  23. nangatesdesignsMarch 13, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Great challenge! This listing has Colors that Pop, Floral, and Polka Dots all in one :-)


    www.etsy.com/listing/124994836/reading-eyeglass-case-with-magnetic?

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    1. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 13, 2013 at 6:40 PM

      Nan... gorgeous but must be new item since challenge was made!! You have lots of lovely items I am sure to list!! Deleted you double post, ok!

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  24. nangatesdesignsMarch 13, 2013 at 6:18 PM

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  25. CharleneMarch 13, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    How about bright colors and patterns?
    Thanks for the inspiration!

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126371489/crocheted-plastic-bag-holder-bee-striped

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  26. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 14, 2013 at 5:14 AM

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  27. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 14, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    #5 Charlene... adding you to the list.. cute.

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  28. Bill GuestMarch 15, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    #1 https://www.etsy.com/listing/126561077/vintage-signed-kramer-flower-brooch-and

    New listing FLORAL!!

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  29. Bill GuestMarch 16, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    My second entry GEOMETRIC SHAPES

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126528204/vintage-double-square-gold-brooch-with

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  30. UnknownMarch 18, 2013 at 4:59 PM

    MY 1st entry - Either POP of Color or Spring Flowers

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126818319/spring-flower-button-necklace-mother-of

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  32. AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 9:42 AM

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  33. BijiBijouxMarch 20, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    I listed this for spring/ summer trends or for Mothers day gift
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/126999776/orange-heishi-white-butterfly-pendant

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  34. Jill QMarch 20, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    Trend Challenge item ... www.etsy.com/listing/126422054/ombre
    Bright Colors for a Pop & Emerald Green

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  35. AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 8:10 PM

    Trend Challenge item

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126941120/dicloric-glass-necklace?

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    1. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 20, 2013 at 8:46 PM

      Cindy - put you under Mothers Day and Easter #10!! Pretty.

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  36. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 20, 2013 at 8:38 PM

    Jocelyn... #7 - stunning.

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  37. ElizabethMarch 20, 2013 at 10:05 PM

    Okay, here is my item: Emerald Green
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126937766/chandelier-earrings-with-emerald-green

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  38. KapkaDesignMarch 20, 2013 at 10:35 PM

    fun fun fun

    here is my 1st item

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127063194/tiny-sterling-silver-post-earrings

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  39. Inessa/PrittyfyMarch 22, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Great idea!

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127029432/peter-pan-collar-knitted-collar-crochet

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  40. Greenhouse GlassworksMarch 22, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    Lovely spring items sk far!

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  41. Lori BergmannMarch 23, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Here's one I thought would work well with the Easter theme:
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126440155/white-dove-handmade-lampwork-glass-bead

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  42. Mt. Baldy GlassworksMarch 23, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    Here is my first item for the challenge for the emerald green theme
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127310109/emerald-green-fused-glass-twig-bowl

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  43. nangatesdesignsMarch 23, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Here is my first item for the challenge - Polka Dot theme
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127097501/polka-dot-makeup-bagzippered-pouch

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  44. CalliopeCreationsMarch 25, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    Here's my first challenge item - Reclaimed Materials (Earth Day Theme)

    www.etsy.com/listing/127451584/earth-day-raven-pendant-reclaimed

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  45. CharleneMarch 25, 2013 at 6:19 PM

    Here's my second item for spring! New wash cloths for mom!
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127524464/cotton-dish-cloths-wash-cloths-pink-and

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  46. Little Hill JewelryMarch 26, 2013 at 1:10 AM

    My entry for the Floral category (could be geometric too I suppose...)
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/127561904/geometric-flowers-copper-cuff-bracelet

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  47. Mt. Baldy GlassworksMarch 26, 2013 at 10:35 AM

    Here is my second entry. This one is for Pop of Color!
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127514800/nectarine-orange-magnet-vase-li-304

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  48. CalliopeCreationsMarch 26, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    Here's my second entry - Bright Colors for a Pop

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127581419/green-recycled-glass-pendant-colorful?ref=shop_home_active

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  49. Just Jess♥March 26, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Here is our entry- Reclaimed Materials (Earth Day theme)
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127583052/wood-bottle-stopper-upcycled-wine

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  50. CrystalMarch 26, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Floral item (also mothers day gift)
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127608646/floral-wine-charm-gift-set-wine-bottle

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  51. magdamagda fashionMarch 26, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    Floral trend, here's my entry:)
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/126405912/fabric-earrings-rose-floral-bright

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  52. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Here is Alex's new item, not sure whether to put it in FLOWERS or EMERALD GREEN category???

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127634236/sterling-silver-flower-posts-green

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  53. ElizabethMarch 26, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Submission #2. Florals Category.
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127637243/lilac-purple-flower-earrings-dangle

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    1. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 27, 2013 at 9:29 AM

      Very pretty!! #26 - I am impressed 2 submissions! Can you do one for me....lol

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  54. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    Second submission. GEOMETRIC category

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127640129/geometric-topaz-pendant-statement

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  55. Romantic.TreasuresMarch 27, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    Here is my entry...
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127657501/springtime-bracelet-in-blue-green-and

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  56. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 27, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    So colorful! #29

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  57. CrystalMarch 27, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    Pop of bright color
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127610732/fruit-wine-charm-gift-set-wine-bottle

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  58. UnknownMarch 27, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Waited until the last minute to do a polka dot necklace :)
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127658610/polka-dot-ribbon-and-bead-necklace-light

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  59. BijiBijouxMarch 27, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    My 2nd entry. Mothers day gift idea
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127595338/mothers-day-gift-jewelry-blue-turquoise

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  60. KapkaDesignMarch 27, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    my 2nd item

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127562060/steampunk-dragon-ring-industrial-modern?ref=shop_home_active

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    1. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 28, 2013 at 8:35 PM

      Not sure what category you want this one in but it is entry #33!

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  61. CreekHiker / HollysFollyMarch 27, 2013 at 12:56 PM

    Here are mine:

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127692345/happy-glass-bead-set-pink-red-yellow-on?

    and

    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127691830/happy-floral-glass-bead-focal-red-pink?ref=v1_other_2

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    1. Sewinggranny - MonaMarch 28, 2013 at 8:36 PM

      Lovely HOlly.... #34 - pop of color adn #35 - florals

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  62. ariella42March 27, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    Here's mine finally!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/127706411/triangle-necklace-geometric-jewelry-fine

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  63. nangatesdesignsMarch 27, 2013 at 2:51 PM

    For Geometric:
    https://www.etsy.com/listing/127646045/makeup-bagzippered-pouch-padded-flat?ref=shop_home_active

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  64. AnonymousApril 8, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Awesome idea...many thanks for sharing this article...
      Promotional Products

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