Well now, friends! You've had a little taste of what this month's sponsors can do - what they make, and now it's time to get to know them all a little bit better.
A designer at heart, I strive to balance beauty and function in everything I make. I have secret passion for organizing, and a desire to make things better. I was also raised to appreciate hand made, and to believe that the quality and love of a hand made gift is worth more than any price tag. Put all those qualities in a pot, stir in bit of a perfectionist obsession, and the end result is what you see in my shop.
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Sparrow: I always carry dice in my purse. Usually just a single d20, but sometimes a full set. I'm not a gambler, but after getting into rpg's (role playing games; think Dungeons and Dragons...) I started hoarding dice. And you'd be surprised how often they are actually useful. Like when you're trying to decide which lunch combo you want from the Mexican restaurant menu.
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My name is Wendy, and I am the designer/creator behind EmilyRoseBlossoms.
I'm a very curious type of person. If I were a dog, I would be the one with the porcupine needles sticking out of my nose, because I had to learn more about the porcupine!
I wrote a DIY for the Daily Dose blog, which you can see here.
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Wendy: Lip Gloss & My Cell Phone! If I have to pick just one - the cell phone!
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As our world becomes increasingly technological and impersonal, people need spots of handmade comfort and beauty. The whole reason behind Chocolate Dog Studio is to provide art for everyday living. I love creating items that will soften some of the hard edges in life.
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Karen: A bag of yarn and a crochet hook or knitting needles, seriously.
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I love contrast sometimes with soft colors depend my mood sometimes with bold colors to create my own story with my hands..Creating jewelry is my own special world I really feel so many stories, experiences and passion when I look at each piece after I've finished...And I am always so ready for the next one...
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Sukran: My phone.
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The Air Castle was created to give brides a fun personal alternative to the traditional wedding cake topper. We take pride in our hand-sculpted keepsake toppers from precious dewy eyed turtles to custom rock star people.
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Jennifer: The one thing I cannot leave the house without is my iPhone...it's how we communicate with our clients at lightning speed!
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I love to make feminine and dainty gemstone designs for an affordable price. I only use high quality materials such as semi-precious gemstones, 14k gold filled or sterling silver wire, and fresh water cultured pearls.
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Julie: I cannot leave the house with out my blackberry! It is my lifeline!
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Erin Prais-Hintz creates one-of-a-kind creations one-at-a-time. Her line of Simple Truths components allow you to tell your unique story and have been featured in Beads 2011 and as the recent Vintaj Art Bead Partner in May 2012. She has been published in dozens of magazines and books and writes for the Art Bead Scene blog as well as Earrings Everyday and you can follow her own creative journey on her blog Treasures Found :: Inspiration is Everywhere.
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Erin: A lipstick and a gift card to my favorite local coffee shop.
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We are two artists who just so happen to be married. After giving the business world a try, we decided to quit our jobs and start an art studio. These days, we earn our keep by creating entertaining pottery inspired by traditional 'ugly jars'.
Shirley: What is the one thing you cannot leave the house without?
Chad: My pants...or my chapstick.
Meghan: Definitely my phone
Thank you, Miss Shirley, for including me in this lovely collection of artists and Etsians! I love to be introduced to new sellers and this is a varied and eclectic group. I have some new favorites! Thanks again for selecting me! Enjoy the day. Erin
ReplyDeleteThank you, Miss Erin, for being willing to participate this month! :) -Shirley
DeleteThank you so much for including Chocolate Dog Studio in this talented group of artists and designers.
ReplyDeleteThanks for featuring my shop.
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Karen, I just LOOOVE the mug cozy I got a few months back; you can be sure that I will come back for more! -Shirley
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ReplyDeleteThank you for the time, creativity, and care you pour into our sponsor feature spots!
Prior to this feature I was only familiar with two of these artists, Julie Ellen Designs and The Chocolate Dog Studio.
Julie Ellen Designs rocks!!!(LOVE LOVE LOVE♥♥♥ HER STUFF). As a result of getting to know Julie, I joined her blog named The Daily Dose of Handmade. Karen, Chocolate Dog Studio, is sweet and has some great stuff!
I can't wait to get to know the other shops, they look really interesting!!!
Thanks again for all that you do!
Yeah, I am a follower of the Daily Dose too! Julie's blog is awesome, isn't it?
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