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Beadsme

Leah — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:11:24 +0000

I'm excited to present an interview with a new featured artist, Mandy of Beads Me. Here's a preview from her etsy shop: Definitely also check out her new etsy venture Radical Glass! How did you name your shop? Hmm shop name? I haven't a clue how I named it. I remember typing a name in and was really upset as someone else had it and it must have been so good (sarcastic here) that I can't even remember what the original name was. Tell me a little bit about your process. The majority of my jewelry is strung on tigertail. I have over the past few months been dabbling with silver wire and wrapping it. I find working with silver wire more enjoyable, you can do almost anything with it. Tools? Round nose pliers, cutters, chain nose pliers, wig jig, fingers!! Where do you get your inspiration? My inspiration is from everyday things. Especially colours, a flower or seasonal colour could inspire me. mainly I am a beadaholic who buys any bead, gemstone, finding, etc that she likes and then has to spend time thinking of what to so with it. I will make an arrangement on a beadboard, move and add things until I thin I have something that looks good, then put it together. I do look at a lot of books and mags especially for instructions on how to do something. Like I would love to have a go at chainmaille but need to get some instructions on the various techniques. Do you have any advice for crafters just getting started? Advice - be prepared to get addicted. If trying out wire wrapping get some hand cream and have something else ready to do should you cut yourself on the wire, these cuts are like paper cuts and can halt a decent wrap for days. Do you have any business advice for other crafters? Be patient. Someone will love your work. Promote yourself wherever and whenever you can. On trips out I have been known to leave business cards in ladies loos (only if they are nice clean ones). Where else can we find you online? My work is on sale at http://beadsme.silkfair.com and my website http://beadsmeonline.com as well as Etsy of course. On my blog too http://beadsme-mandyharvey.blogspot.com.

Mae Bee Jewelry

Leah — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:55:22 +0000

I have a new featured artist today, Marianne of Mae Bee Jewelry: How did you pick your shop name? My best friend gave me the nickname "Mae" which is also my initials. The play on words "Mae Bee" was kinda cute and also was a state of mind at the time I opened my shop..."maybe" this'll work! What is your medium? What kinds of materials and tools do you use? I use leather, waxed linen, sterling silver and other metals. Tools are pliers, clippers, basic jewelry tools and a standing magnifying glass. Tell me a little bit about your process. Usually when I've made something it's because I want something, I have it in my head, but can't find it to buy! So I make it. I've done this all my life. 15 years ago, I wanted cooler Christmas cards, so I made them. Couldn't find invites I liked, so I made them. Couldn't afford fancy painted furniture for my kids, so I made it. And in the last 16 months, couldn't find affordable casual jewelry...so I made it! I do get inspiration from looking in magazines at celeb wrists and also from Sundance, Me & Ro and Dog Eared jewelry sites and catalogs. [caption id="attachment_2349" align="alignnone" width="425" caption="Mae Bee Jewelry"][/caption] Any advice for aspiring artists/crafters in your medium? Go for it! But go sort of slow at first. It is quite an investment to get started in terms of supplies and time, so don't go buying bulk everything right off the bat. Also, make what YOU like, so you stay true to your craft. Any business advice for artists/crafters just starting to sell their work? Get on Etsy, quick! Be organized from the start so you don't waste time trying to undo messes. This includes everything from finances, to correspondences, to photos, to your work space. Also, provide amazing customer service including incredibly adorable packaging. This can be done very inexpensively and makes a huge difference to your customers. Most importantly, learn how to take great photos. You can connect with Marianne on twitter and facebook: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/mpaperarts Facebook: username MaeBee Jewelry

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Leah — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:57:18 +0000

I have a new featured artist! Shazzabeth makes gorgeous wire wrapped and chainmaille jewelry: How did you choose your shop name? Amalgamation of my first and middle names Sharon Elizabeth. What is your medium of choice? Primarily sterling silver, combining with gemmies and/or swarovski crystals. Tools - bent nose and chain nose for the maille, and chain nose for the wirework. Tell me a little bit about your creating process. Free flow wirework can start as an idea that develops as I start working on the piece. Will often have a picture in my head (no good at putting on paper) - but the design can develop as I'm creating. Maille is usually more fixed, but I now like to look for ways to develop the maille designs rather than just a straight chain. Do you have any advice for people learning your craft? Practise and perseverance. With maille perseverance is the key to learning new weaves - determine its not going to beat you! With wirework - get some cheaper wire (copper etc. ) and practise! Do you have any business advice for crafty entrepreneurs? Be realistic in your expectations, try to be organised, and learn how to take good photos - I still struggle with that one. Above all, create for yourself and then try to sell, rather than trying to create what you think will sell - you have to love what you are doing or it will just become another chore! Some other links to see more of Shazzabeth: Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/22360387@N06/ Deviantart http://shazzabeth.deviantart.com/

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Wearable by Design

Leah — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:48:44 +0000

Today's featured etsy seller is Wearable By Design. She makes amazing jewelry from metal clay, and recently took 2nd place in the metal clay category of the Saul Bell jewelry design awards - and I'm sure you can see why the judges were impressed: How did you pick your shop name? I wanted something that reflected the idea that my work was art, yet very wearable. This may be obvious, but what is your medium? What kinds of materials and tools do you use? I work mostly in a new material called Metal Clay (PMC and Art Clay Silver). I create pure silver jewelry fantasies. Tell me a little bit about your process, from a new idea for a piece to the finished product. Sometimes I sketch an idea out, but usually I form it in my head and just let it come out my fingers -- in other words, I mostly work directly in the clay. Often I’ll create a paper template if what I’m making has many parts that need to fit together in a specific way. Then I roll out a slab of clay and cut the pieces out, dry and refine them, put them together and fire them in my kiln (that’s kind of a quick run down -- in reality it’s a lot more work). At other times, I’ll form the pieces like miniature sculptures, or I’ll use a mold from a found object to stamp out pieces. It’s such a versatile product. That’s why I love it so much -- I can create anything I can imagine! Any advice for aspiring artists/crafters in your medium? Be true to yourself. That’s the way real art is created -- when it’s your true, unique expression. Any business advice for artists/crafters just starting to sell their work? It takes time to develop your own niche and eventually to be seen/know by your own particular style. In order for that to happen, the promotional aspect of the job cannot be skipped. Most artist are probably introverts by nature and that’s the hardest part of the job, but you have to do it. What is the last song/album you listened to? (I’m just curious, I love music.) It was last night at dinner [note: this interview actually took place a while ago] and I couldn’t tell you because I’m not good with that kind of thing. At our house, my husband is in charge of the music. The style we both prefer is kind of alternative. Are there other websites where we can find you/your work? I have a very website where you can see some of my work. The address is www.wearablebydesign.com Thanks so much for doing this interview! And congrats on the award!

Bonhomie Jewelry

Leah — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 18:50:58 +0000

My next featured artist is a fantastic jewelry maker, Kirstie of Bonhomie Jewelry. Kirstie does beautiful metalwork, and recently started using enamel in her work - love it! Here's a sampling of Kirstie's work: How did you pick your shop name? I wanted a name that unusual, funky and relaxed. But hopefully memorable. I followed the usual process - wrote down a bunch of names and tried them out. I also searched etsy to be sure there wasn't anything too close. This one stuck! Bonhomie: a disposition to be friendly and approachable - which I hope also defines my jewelry! This may be obvious, but what is your medium? What kinds of materials and tools do you use? I use Art Clay Silver - a clay which, after firing, becomes .999 silver (otherwise known as Fine Silver), sterling silver - sheet and wire - and copper. I haven't yet branched out to any other type of metal. I really need to upgrade my tools but I make due with what I have. Most of my tools were made for beading and general light construction work. My husband is in contracting so many of his tools have gone "missing" ;-) I don't have a kiln so I fire with either my propane or butane torch. Basically, I have nothing specialized to metalsmithing - just tools you'd find in your local hardware or craft store. I use hardware store tools too - I don't think I could live without my propane plumber torch! Tell me a little bit about your process, from a new idea for a piece to the finished product. I mentioned in my blog that I'm untrained. So it's unusual that a piece will turn out EXACTLY as I'd planned in my mind. But I work with it until it becomes something I like. I may sketch out ideas or I might see another piece in a magazine or catalog that inspires me. I will let you in on my secret weapon: my husband! He's a bit of an artist himself so he helps when I get stuck and has even designed a few pieces himself. Any advice for aspiring artists/crafters in your medium? Research, research, research. Take classes if you can. If you can't, watch online tutorials and buy the books. Any business advice for artists/crafters just starting to sell their work? Again, research. I'm learning the hard way - I just kind of jumped into the business of jewelry. Define your target market and figure out how to reach them. Especially in a tough economy, you have to market wisely. What is the last song/album you listened to? (I’m just curious, I love music.) I'm the mom of a two-year-old. The last CD I listened to was "Wow, Wow, Wubzy"! LOL! I have a 1-year-old, so I've been listening to Cookie Monster's greatest hits a lot... Do you sell your work anywhere other than etsy? bonhomiejewelry.1000markets.com Are there other websites where we can find you/your work? I have a blog, a facebook page and a myspace page: Blog: http://bonhomiejewels.blogspot.com Facebook MySpace

Grey Eyed Scorpio

Leah — Thu, 07 May 2009 21:52:12 +0000

I have a new featured etsy artist today, Gray Eyed Scorpio. Before we start the interview, check out this preview: How did you pick your shop name? I chose my shop name by default. In 1995, I was seeking an e-mail moniker that wasn't already taken. Gray Eyed Scorpio is what I came up with as a descriptor. It's stuck. This may be obvious, but what is your medium? What kinds of materials and tools do you use? Fabric is a constant in all that I make. Buttons, especially the unusual sort, are also a favored material. Tell me a little bit about your process, from a new idea for a piece to the finished product. Mainly, my ideas come from my own wants. I come up with colors and textures that I want to see together, and make items in the shapes and sizes I prefer. That way I can stand proudly behind what I make, and if something doesn't sell, I'm happy to keep it for myself! Any advice for aspiring artists/crafters in your medium? Practice. Don't always play it safe. Don't try to predict what will sell. Any business advice for artists/crafters just starting to sell their work? It's hard to avoid, but keep your costs realistic. The display and supply stash will build on its own without going bananas shopping for materials. Above all, enjoy what you do. What is the last song/album you listened to? (I’m just curious, I love music.) Regina Spektor. The new one with a yellow cover. Do you sell your work anywhere other than etsy? I've tested the waters at a couple of craft shows. Strange Folk is my promised land! The festival is orchestrated well, with lots of foot traffic and publicity, and a focus on greenie life, and DIY celebration. Are there other websites where we can find you? I blog about whatever happens to be on my mind, at http://grayeyedscorpio.blogspot.com

Bijoux d’Odalisque

Leah — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:18:30 +0000

Today's featured artist is Holly of Bijoux d'Odalisque. I have admired her gorgeous, intricate jewels on etsy for some time, so I was thrilled that she agreed to be interviewed for my blog. See for yourself, her work has so much detail in color and texture, and the stones look very high quality: How did you pick your shop name? Here is a link that explains it very well: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bijouxodalisque/sets/72157603514445287/ Great story, thanks so much for sharing that [note to readers - click her link to read it!] This may be obvious, but what is your medium? What kinds of materials and tools do you use? I enjoy creating whimsical styles using traditional materials such as gemstones, fine silver, and gold. Tell me a little bit about your process, from a new idea for a piece to the finished product. There is no planning or sketching involved with my creations. Sometimes I will just be reading a novel or fixate on a vintage French toile fabric and the colours of a design come to mind. Once I have decided on colour - it's a matter of shape and which gemstones I will use. My most popular pieces all began as abstract ideas and around 3 or 4am they became a reality. Any advice for aspiring artists/crafters in your medium? One of the hardest lessons to learn is that in order to make money, you have to spend money. It's difficult to see your checking account carry a hefty balance and then tell yourself "I need more supplies and a large order of pink tourmaline this week". I have to remind myself that finding the perfect, high quality supplies is half the battle. The other half? That would be photos. You can be Harry Winston, but you won't sell a single diamond until your photos look as beautiful as your product. I am not kidding when I tell people struggling with photography...that for every three perfect photos you take, 100 will end up in the trash. Take a lot of photos, take them in soft daylight, and try to keep a "uniform" style so your product becomes more and more recognizable. Branding your unique style will set you apart from thousands of other designers in the same field. Any business advice for artists/crafters just starting to sell their work? Be patient, offer the BEST customer service, and treat your online business as you would any corporate job. Professional advertising, business cards, attention to detail, and long hours of work will pay off - it just takes a while! My day begins at 11am and continues until 3am (or in some case much later - if it has to be finished, it HAS to be finished.) Anyone who thinks running a business online is less work than a 9-5 job clearly needs to spend a day in my shoes. I left the corporate world of briefcases behind years ago and I work twice as hard as I did for a fancy desk and a comfortable salary. Self-discipline is absolutely vital. What is the last song/album you listened to? (I?m just curious, I love music.) The last song I listened to was "Running to Stand Still" by U2, (The Joshua Tree). The best music? Well, while I am typing this- my husband is playing his guitar in the living room. I love listening to him compose songs and I particularly love when he plays our song - U2's "All I Want" or the Red Hot Chili Pepper's "Scar Tissue". He's a magnificent musician. I happen to love "your song" - how cool that your husband can play it for you. Do you sell your work anywhere other than etsy? My work can be seen at the following websites: Seeking Designers: www.seekingdesigners.com/bijouxodalisque Trunkt: www.trunkt.org/BijouxOdalisque Pink Calyx: http://pinkcalyx.com/bijouxdodalisque.aspx Handmade Fuzion: http://www.handmadefusion.com/shop.php?user_id=100135 PDC, The Boutique in Lodi, CA Are there other websites where we can find you/your work? Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bijouxodalisque

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Today's featured artist is Novita of Pyong Bricole. I know her through one of my etsy teams, Fabulous Artistic Moms (FAM) and in addition, I own two of her small bags, which I love - they are absolutely adorable. And now for our interview: How did you pick your shop name? it's quite funny how I came up with this name, it's actually my sister who chose this name for me. We chat with each other almost everyday with MSN, and our favorite time was emoticons fighting time, we both love the PYONG (a red fox emoticons). One time, she said, "hey, can you find the emoticon of PYONG doing art and crafts since that's your hobby? If you could, let's name it PYONG BRICOLE!" Bricole in french means crafts, so since then, she gave me the nick name of PYONG BRICOLE. This may be obvious, but what is your medium? What kinds of materials and tools do you use? The medium I use is cotton fabrics, regardless what type of cotton they are. Just sometimes I combined it with a leather straps, natural rope, etc. for more exotic accent. Tools I used streching from my beloved sewing machine and its friends to a hammer (when I have to work with some metal). Tell me a little bit about your process, from a new idea for a piece to the finished product. I normally get my idea from people watching, I like to see how people carrying their bag, not to try to copy the exact model, but in fact, I tried to figure out the flaw of the model of their bag and try to figure out what I could do to make it better, in term of style and comfort for the owner. Any business advice for artists/crafters just starting to sell their work? Never give up and try again. Even when you have the inspiration blocked, it doesn't mean you ran out of idea, just wait and it will come up by itself. What is the last song/album you listened to? (I’m just curious, I love music.) Moonglow by Rod Stewart. I love jazz music, and my fave singers are Harry Connick Jr., Michael Bubble, Frank Sinatra and of course, Rod Stewart. Do you sell your work anywhere other than etsy? On my own website, I have my own website, but I only offer a custom order on it, all the "pret a porte" purchase, I directed to my etsy shop. Are there other websites where we can find you/your work? My blog : http://mamanblog.typepad.com Website : www.pyongbricole.com Facebook ID : Novita Chondro Beytrison

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New England Quilter

Leah — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:04:33 +0000

Today's featured etsy artist is Amy from New England Quilter. She makes blankets, baskets, and my personal favorite - cloth toys and games for children. My son's wishlist (that I made for him, of course) includes a couple things from her shop. How did you pick your shop name? I wanted to select a name that describes me. I have always lived in New England and I have been quilting for over 10 years. This may be obvious, but what is your medium? What kinds of materials and tools do you use? I love working with fabric, but I stray on occasion - such as my squashed snow globe tree ornaments. Tell me a little bit about your process, from a new idea for a piece to the finished product. I bought some fun novelty fabric with square panel pictures. I had intended to make a set of blocks with the fabric, but as I was matching up the fabric, I got the idea to make a fabric memory matching game. Each game piece is like a mini quilt with batting sandwiched between fabric. Each game comes in a coordinating drawstring bag. I am a high school math teacher and I was very excited about creating a game that helped build children's reasoning skills. Any advice for aspiring artists/crafters in your medium? Save your scraps - you never know when they will come in handy. Any business advice for artists/crafters just starting to sell their work? If you like to write, start a blog - it is a great way to track the progress of your business as well as sharing your latest creations with the world. Are there other websites where we can find you/your work? Blog: http://newenglandquilter.blogspot.com Flickr: http://flickr.com/photos/newenglandquilter/ Artfire: http://newenglandquilter.artfire.com/ Tell me a little bit about an artist you admire. Val of Valeriesgallery is an artist that I admire. I love the artwork she creates by felting. Over the past year, she has challenged herself and has created truly one of a kind pieces. She also has added many products to her shop besides bowls and vases. She has added felted balls for teething toddlers. My son has two and he loves them! She also has ventured into creating pony holders, bangles, and brooches. My favorite vase made by Val in my home is a crimson colored felted vase with a snowman. She is also a very sweet lady who has become a friend.