tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87002899283613205492024-03-14T06:13:39.813-04:00Etsy StudiosGlimpse into the creative mind of an artist. You will be inspired and surprised at the wonders you will find. Fabulous Etsy artists describe their workspaces and the handmade art that they create. Some artists create in large glamorous studios while others use any space they can find ~ even a closet!
~If you are an Etsy Artist and would like to be included on my "Etsy Studios" blog please convo
Artist~ Kerry Grbich
www.hartstringz.etsy.comEtsy Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12666638820367669453noreply@blogger.comBlogger264125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8700289928361320549.post-26311466731265109912014-04-24T10:25:00.000-04:002014-04-24T10:25:00.474-04:00Lovely Little Studio<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I am excited to share some fabulous news with everyone!<br />
I have just opened my very own studio/shop called Lovely Little Studio. It is a quaint little room in an old Ministry of Natural Resources hanger (with ghosts I'm told). It is a warehouse style building with many smaller rooms. The local Pottery guild is attached to the hanger space in the building. It has a wonderful vintage/rustic feel with many local artisans sharing their wares- from vintage style jewellery, pottery, paintings, photography, collage, fiber art and much more! You will also find fabulous re-furbished vintage and antique furniture from many eras and times re-done in modern styles and colours to fit your home. <br />
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Here is a video that tells a bit about our little warehouse artisan space:<br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiHBExG0Yug&app=desktop">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiHBExG0Yug&app=desktop</a><br />
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Come back often to see the progress of my studio space. I will share before and after pictures.<br />
Like my facebook page for the most up to date happenings!<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/lovelylittlestudio">https://www.facebook.com/lovelylittlestudio</a><br />
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My online Etsy shop that features my handmade art:<br />
<a href="http://hartstringz.etsy.com/">http://hartstringz.etsy.com</a><br />
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Best wishes,<br />
Kerry<br />
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I am very excited to share some fabulous news with you. I am the featured artist/designer in the newest edition of "Kindred Stitches"! It is a fabulous online lifestyle and craft magazine.<br />
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I have had the opportunity to purchase two of their previous editions. I absolutely love their magazine. The photography is stunning and I loved the designer feature (getting to know the artist and their craft is a real treat and so personal) ~ It's me this month!<br />
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The whole concept of their magazine is fabulous. I love that it is an online magazine and that everything they feature is easily accessible and linked to the website or the item they are featuring. It is very user friendly. <br />
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<br /> The handmade items that they choose to feature are wonderful. I would love to try all of them- with easy to follow instructions and clear photos to follow along. I also loved the links to Etsy artists as well as your favourite Pinterest finds <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/kindredstitches/">http://www.pinterest.com/kindredstitches/</a> (and then you can click on them and its right there)! The video tutorials are also a wonderful idea- quick to load and easy to use.<br />
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<br />Can you tell I LOVE the magazine!? Such a fabulous concept and so nicely put together! Fabulous!<br />
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I feel very excited and honoured to be a part of their wonderful magazine. <br />
You can get it here on the Apple stand:<br />
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<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/kindred-stitches-interactive/id665019498?mt=8">https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/kindred-stitches-interactive/id665019498?mt=8</a><br />
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Here is a video link to preview their magazine:<br />
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Thank you for this opportunity! Please share with your friends!<br />
Kerry<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Little Celebrations</span><br />
Enjoy a visit to Little Celebrations etsy shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/littlecelebrations">http://www.etsy.com/shop/littlecelebrations</a> where you will find beautiful, affordable children's party invitations and accessories. All designs are original and can be customized for your special occasion.<br />
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My name is Libby McCalden and I live in beautiful Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. I have been an artsy person for as long as I can remember. This, in addition to a love of graphic design and planning kids’ birthday parties has lead me to my current position as a designer of unique, printable kids’ party invitations and accessories. <br />
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I create each invitation theme myself from start to finish. From the invitation I then go on to create a party package which includes everything from thank you cards to birthday banners and water bottle wrappers to birthday hats. I love the opportunity to print and assemble my creations myself but they are all available in digital format as well. It gives me great satisfaction to see the finished product.<br />
<img alt="Customized and Printable Fire Truck Birthday Party Invitation" height="320" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/007/0/5919898/il_570xN.403037277_4cw4.jpg" width="293" /><br />
I would love to tell you that I do all this creating in a beautiful, well organized studio but the truth is I do most of my designing in the afternoons sitting in my messy living room overlooking the majestic Ottawa River. The seasons change quite significantly up here so I go from staring out over a frozen sheet of ice to the grey clouds of a summer storm rolling down the river to a the sail boats gliding up stream on a breezy late spring day. I love living in the country and smile to myself every day that I get to work from the comfort of my home.<br />
<img alt="Customized and Printable Flag Birthday Party Invitation" height="240" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/5919898/il_570xN.239324765.jpg" width="320" /><br />
The biggest inspiration in my life and work is my family. They began inspiring me the second they each came into my life and changed it forever. They continue to inspire me every day with their love, smiles, happiness and support.<br />
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My life as a designer came to me gradually. It was not planned nor do I know where it is going but I can tell you I love every second of it. Last year I found a quote that I go back to often when feeling discouraged…”The work you do while you procrastinate is probably the work you should be doing for the rest of your life.” –Jessica Hische.<br />
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This is what I plan to do!<br />
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Website - <a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://little-celebrations.com/" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">little-celebrations.com/</a> <br />
Facebook - <a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Little-Celebrations/200252416653745?ref=hl" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/pages/Little-Celebrations/200252416653745?ref=hl</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Shoot Like A Girl Photography</span><br />
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Enjoy a visit to Lauren's etsy shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/shootlikeagirl">http://www.etsy.com/shop/shootlikeagirl</a><br />
where you will discover beautiful landscape,nature, flowers and cityscape images.<br />
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<img alt="Venice, Italy Spire - 8x10 Print Matted to 11x14" height="213" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/007/0/6245364/il_570xN.393656804_qlp8.jpg" width="320" /><br />
by Lauren<br />
My journey as a photographer came forth out of both a love of art and a desire to overcome personal tragedy. About ten years ago, I had been working as a music journalist and photographer when I experienced a violent crime at the hands of a stranger. It proved to be a life-changing event. As part of healing from the trauma, I sought ways to see tangibly the beauty still present in the world. I challenged myself to capture with my camera the extraordinary hiding within the ordinary all around me. But, it proved to be a wonderful surprise to realize just how abundant beauty is in the world.<br />
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Currently living in Brooklyn, NY, I especially savor taking photos of cityscapes, landscapes and flowers/nature. In 2009, I launched <a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://shootlikeagirlphotography.com/" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">ShootLikeAGirlPhotography.com</a> and began offering 8"x10" and 11"x14" matted prints of my work. Soon after, I started a line of greeting cards featuring my photos professionally mounted on high quality linen paper. I frequently have exhibits in and around NYC and look forward to continuing to grow in my work. There is always something new to discover-- and take pictures of!<br />
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<a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://www.shootlikeagirlphotography.com/" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank"><span style="color: #444444;">www.shootlikeagirlphotography.com</span></a><br />
<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/shootlikeagirl" target="_blank"><span style="color: #444444;">www.etsy.com/shop/shootlikeagirl</span></a><br />
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This is one of my current favorite images: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/118726031/two-hearts-8x10-photo-matted-to-11x14" target="_blank">www.etsy.com/listing/118726031/two-hearts-8x10-photo-matted-to-11x14</a><br />
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Favorite quote: "A picture is a poem without words." - Horace <div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jenn Henson Designs</span><br />
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Enjoy a visit to Jenn's etsy shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JennHensonDesigns">http://www.etsy.com/shop/JennHensonDesigns</a> where you will find unique mixed media prints and original designs created by Jenn.<br />
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by Jenn<br />
My love for crafting started back in 2000 when I took a beginners scrapbook class at a local Jo-Ann's store. I was immediately hooked. I have a love for paper, stamps, paint, ink, vintage, and anything and everything I can get my hands on and put on a canvas, scrapbook page or card. <br />
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I take online classes to learn new techniques and to practice more of what I am making. I opened my Etsy shop in May of 2012 after many of my friends saw what I was making and said that I needed to sell it. I have a passion for what I make. I always keep my art uplifting and bright. It makes me happy to see the smiles on peoples faces when they receive a piece of what I make.<br /><img alt="Flowers In Nature Mixed Media Original 12x12" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/010/0/6882089/il_570xN.411155810_21tw.jpg" width="570" /><br />My facebook page: <a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="https://www.facebook.com/JennHensonDesigns" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/JennHensonDesigns</a><br /><br />My blog: <a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://www.jenniferhenson.typepad.com/" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">www.jenniferhenson.typepad.com</a><br /><br />Instagram: jennhensondesigns <div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript">
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<span style="font-size: large;">My Distinct Designs</span><br />
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Enjoy a visit to My Distinct Designs <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyDistinctDesigns">http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyDistinctDesigns</a> where you will find beautiful handmade sterling silver jewelry featuring swarovski crystals, unique beautiful beads and charms.<br />
<img alt="Silver Locket Necklace, Heart Locket, Victorian Locket Necklace, Pink Pearl Bridesmaid Necklace" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/006/0/6543894/il_570xN.389864418_ajrp.jpg" width="570" /><br />
by Sherry<br />
I have been designing and making jewelry for over 15 years. This all started for me when I owned an upscale ladies boutique. I owned my boutique for 15 years and it was very hard at times to find the perfect pieces of jewelry to put with the items I sold in my boutique. I started creating my own pieces. In 2006 I decided that I needed a change so I closed my boutique but still had the desire to create jewelry. I sold my pieces to a handful of shops. I saw an article in Woman's Day in 2007 (I think that was the year) about Etsy. I didn't decide until 2011 to take the leap to on line selling. To say on line selling was a learning curve for me is an understatement. I had and still have so much to learn. The designing part is the easy part for me. I go to sleep at night with ideas spinning in my head. Each day I try to balance my day between working on my business and taking care of the day to day demands of life in general. I have a spare bedroom in my home that I have turned into my studio. I sit at my work table and "get lost" in my jewelry.<br />
<img alt="Silver Leaf Earrings, Skeleton Leaf Earrings, Nature Jewelry, Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings" height="319" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/000/0/6543894/il_570xN.317542467.jpg" width="320" /><br />
<br />My favorite material to work with is sterling silver. I do use other pieces that go with sterling like swarovski crystals and a few other materials. That way I can have color and diversity. I love to wear my own pieces. It is very rewarding when I get compliments on my jewelry and inquiries about my business. I still have a few shops where I sell my jewelry and I do a few shows. I have to be selective about the # of shows I do because of time. It can become very consuming.<br />
<img alt="Silver Infinity Bracelet, Bridesmaid Gift, Wedding Jewelry, Best Friend Eternity Friendship Bracelet, Sterling Silver Handmade Jewelry" height="320" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/008/0/6543894/il_570xN.388959562_gjqf.jpg" width="320" /><br />
<br />My favorite things to do when I am not working is spending time with my family and playing tennis. <br />In closing I would like to say that I love what I do. I love designing and making jewelry. It is a great feeling when someone picks my jewelry out of the thousands of pieces of jewelry on Etsy.<br />
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<img alt="Silver Flower Pendant Necklace, Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace, Handmade Sterling Silver Jewelry" height="319" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/006/0/6543894/il_570xN.391982167_btzb.jpg" width="320" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Regalia Jewellery</span><br />
Enjoy a visit to Tanya's etsy shop Regalia Jewellery <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/RegaliaJewellery">http://www.etsy.com/shop/RegaliaJewellery</a> where you will find beautiful and unique handmade pieces.<br />
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by Tanya<br />
I come from a family of accomplished artistic women who have encouraged an enthusiasm and flair for art and design and I was always happiest when I had a pencil and paper to hand. I started designing jewellery when I was very young and as I grew my interest in design and fashion took me down new and interesting avenues. At school I studied Art and textiles and then went on to college to get my A Levels in fine art, textiles, graphics and photography. It was only in the last few years that my passion for jewellery design was reignited and I started creating handmade jewellery pieces steadily again.<br />
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I have always loved fashion and the way one can express themselves and their character and personal style through what they wear. I am particularly drawn to jewellery because it adds that personal touch to an outfit that brings it together and can change what you are wearing from day wear to evening wear. You can take a simple black dress and make it pop just by adding a statement necklace. I believe a person’s choice in jewellery reveals something about that person. Those special jewellery pieces can stay with you while the every changing high street fashion races on at a pace.<br />
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I love creating bespoke pieces for people that are individual, unique and precious to them. I know how annoying it is when you have an idea of the type of jewellery you would like to compliment that special outfit but you can’t find it anywhere. Knowing that I can create that piece for someone to add the sparkle they have been looking for makes me happy.<br />
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I love working with wire, chain but most of all I enjoy working with gemstones because of there beautiful natural tones, and shapes that are unique in every stone. Gorgeous autumnal browns and oranges are my favourite hues to work with, but admittedly I’m a bit of a magpie and also love the bling and razzle, dazzle of faceted quartz and Swarovski crystals.<br />
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My personal style and taste in jewellery leans to boho, tribal jewellery or modern abstract silver pieces. My creative process is very hands on, so I’m normally inspired to make something because I’ve found some beautiful beads that I want to make a focal feature in my design. <br />
<img alt="silver swag necklace, stacked necklace, multi layered strand, long silver chain necklace." height="300" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/001/0/6820600/il_570xN.390366288_n47y.jpg" width="320" /><br />
Unlike my daily life which is neat, clean and well managed I tend to create artistically in organized chaos! I have slowly encroached upon my husband’s office space and started to turn it into my own studio. I think I have managed to convince him that turning the office into my own “beading room” is a good idea because it would get rid of all my beads, bits and bobs from our living area. <br />
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Quote I really like is - <br />
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"I'm not weird, I'm limited edition." <br />
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but for something more serious and inspiring I love this - <br />
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"Dreams are only dreams until you wake up and make them real."<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My Adoria</span><br />
Visit My Adoria <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MYadoria">http://www.etsy.com/shop/MYadoria</a> where you will find fabulous handmade trendy collar necklaces and bracelets.<br />
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by My Adoria<br />
Recently I produce collar necklaces, leather bracelets, body chains, brooches, friendship and macrame bracelets, crochet necklaces, plexiglass necklaces in accordance with fashion.<br />
<img alt="Multi Strand Dangle Chain Earrings and Necklace Set - Free Shipping -" height="320" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/007/1/7522172/il_570xN.405398456_te8q.jpg" width="196" /><br />I'm Gulis.I live in Turkey in Istanbul. I graduated from Fashion Design. Because my family is in textile I grow up in textile and fashion enviroment. I improve myself day by day and every other day I inspire from the things I am wondering around the country. <br />
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As I go on production, I wanted to show myself on the internet. With reference of my mother I joined Etsy. And here I am. :)<br /><img height="212" src="https://img2.etsystatic.com/010/0/14780926/icm_fullxfull.23874242_ax3vgnozj60408kwcgco.jpg" width="320" /><br />
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<img height="233" src="https://img1.etsystatic.com/009/0/14780926/icm_fullxfull.23879329_4kx73f8184g0cwgso84g.jpg" width="320" /><br />Favorites quotation: “Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It’s not about brands. It’s about something else that comes from within you.”<div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript">
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: large;">Ask Me Studio</span><br />
Be sure to visit Ask Me Studio's etsy shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Askmestudio">http://www.etsy.com/shop/Askmestudio</a> where you will find art pieces that have a special message that will speak to your heart. A new line of Vintage Paper Gifts are also now available.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">by Galen Click</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">I began the studio in 1999 in a storage closet
inside my house.....<span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT87_com_zimbra_date">today</span> I have taken over most of my
enclosed garage. I am self taught and make all the clay art either
by slab or hand built. I make all my own stamps and use no
molds. The paper art is new and I am having a blast with this new
media. As always my art is always 3 dimensional. I try to
convey inspiration, encouragement and love.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;"><br /><img alt="Top 10 reasons why I love you Bag of Hearts" height="240" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/015/0/5887071/il_570xN.410386332_ingk.jpg" width="320" /><br />My favorite quote is from my mother (who was also an artist) she always
told me, "You can do anything". This always gave me the freedom to try to create anything, to attempt anything
new and to not be afraid to try and fail the first time. I
consider this the greatest gift she ever gave me.<br />
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advice....explore all media and incorporate them into
what you know best.....never stop morphing your art. When you hit
a dry spell, try something new because it ignites a fire
of creativity.</span><br />
<img alt="I Love You Handmade Puffy Heart Decoration or Gift Vintage Music Paper" height="300" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/011/0/5887071/il_570xN.415224805_62aq.jpg" width="400" /><br />
You can follow me on Pinterest- Galen Click<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Black Factory</span><br />
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Enjoy a visit to Adriana's Etsy shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheBlackFactory" target="_blank">www.etsy.com/shop/TheBlackFactory</a> where you will find original photograms - they're like photographs made without a camera. You can also see drawings by Adriana mainly portraits and illustrations. <br />
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by The Black Factory<br />
Hi! My name is Adriana! I'm a freelance interior designer that loves drawing and photography. <br />
I've been drawing since I can remember so I decided to open a shop while I'm finishing my design studies. I'm addicted to art. I often find myself sketching for hours while I have so much other work to do. <br />
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My inspiration comes from the nature and it's beauty. I spend a lot of time in forests and mountains and I can never get enough of it. That's why I started making photograms - one of a kind artworks representing objects that I choose - mostly plants that I gathered. My photograms are originals, created in a darkroom on 20 years old archival photo paper. My illustrations are prints of my originals, signed and dated on the back.<br />
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The process of creating something is very special to me so I always work while I'm alone. Life events often influence on my art. The most important thing about creative people is progress. <br />
One of my favorite Oscar Wilde quotes is "A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament." <br />
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<strong><span style="color: #a2c4c9;">Featured Shop</span></strong><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">My Distinct Designs</span><br />
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Visit My Distinct Designs <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyDistinctDesigns">http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyDistinctDesigns</a> for fabulous handmade silver jewelry.<br />
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I make jewelry that I love. Even if it means making it and remaking it until I get it like I want it. I enjoy working with sterling silver the most. I sometimes use other materials but the majority of my pieces are all sterling silver. <br />
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I have a spare bedroom that I have turned into my studio / work room. I would like to say that I am very organized but my picture gives me away. I called it organized chaos. Amazingly I know exactly where everything is. <br />
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I do not have a favorite quote but what I will say is this. I take pride in my work. I always strive exceed my customers expectations!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Arthouse 525</span><br />
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Enjoy a visit to Arthouse 525 <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Arthouse525">http://www.etsy.com/shop/Arthouse525</a> where you will discover fabulous one of a kind hand crafted items, art prints and original paintings.<br />
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I have been creating for most of my life. Drawing, painting, making things: I love it all. Right now, I am focused on unique, one of a kind jewelry and fiber art. Next week, it may be back to painting.<br />
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I have areas set up all over the house where I can just start on whatever craft suits my mood. Luckily, my husband is an artist too, so he fully understands the need for multiple work stations. He likes the idea that our whole house is one big art studio. In fact, I overheard a conversation with his brother where he stated that we live in an "art house". So, that is where I got the name for my ETSY shop.: Arthouse525. "525" being our house number. The only room in the house that does not have art supplies in it is the master bedroom. I like to keep that room spotless and serene at all times.<br /><img alt="Copper cuff, cuff, bracelet, vintage cuff with hand painted wooden bead, Green, teal, pink, yellow Sandra McCall at Arthouse525" height="222" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/004/0/5004251/il_570xN.376577310_itub.jpg" width="320" /><br />The wall of art supplies in the photo of me was made by using scrap wood and ammo boxes. Here is a better photo of that. I have a how-to at this link on my blog- <a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://sandramccall.blog.com/2012/07/25/up-cycled-ammo-boxes/" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">sandramccall.blog.com/2012/07/25/up-cycled-ammo-boxes/</a><br />
<img height="607" src="https://ny-image0.etsy.com/003/0/14780926/icm_fullxfull.22916704_soorpnqaba8go08skcsw.jpg" width="436" /><br /><br />My best studio tip for organization is to keep like items with like items and use labels on your storage bins. It saves time looking for supplies. Another good studio tip is to clean paintbrushes and knives that have dried acrylic paint on them with alcohol. Just submerge the bristles in a dish of rubbing alcohol, Leave for minutes, hours or days depending on how dirty the brush is. Even old, cruddy brushes come clean after a day or two.<br />
<img height="320" src="https://ny-image0.etsy.com/007/0/14780926/icm_fullxfull.22916708_1spkghxcqnhccwg4o8co.jpg" width="314" /><br /><br />My favorite quote- well, one of them anyway- is "In order to make your dreams come true, you first have to wake up!" That quote has been attributed to so many people that I honestly don't know who first said it. But it is so true!<br />
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Be sure to visit Pretty Pig Design <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PrettyPigDesign">http://www.etsy.com/shop/PrettyPigDesign</a> where you will find unique statement jewelry specially designed and hand created for you!<br />
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Going into college, I had full intention in becoming a kindergarten teacher. The classroom experience left me with the discovery about my creative passion through the abstract nature of elementary coloring and making crafts. The revelation of the artist trapped inside me has compelled me to free her! Changing my life course, I graduated with a degree in Graphic Communications with a minor in Art. In the never ending pursuit of the perfect accessory to the cute ensemble (completed with a perfect pair of boots) I stumbled into jewelry design. I sought out a few classes and became totally addicted! I enjoy experimenting with different textures and color combinations to make fashionable and practical art. My favorite current creations are fabric flowers and buttons; flower button necklaces, hair clips, headbands…endless potential!<br />
<img alt="Pink Flower Bib Necklace with Upcycled Black Buttons" height="300" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/6003162/il_570xN.353655425.jpg" width="400" /><br />If I could travel back in time I would like to have been either an actress from the Golden Age of Cinema, or a Big Band singer. Since that isn’t a possibility; I draw inspiration from watching vintage movies (Cary Grant, Doris Day, Katherine Hepburn, etc.), and am influenced by their soft clean lines. I like to add a kick of color or texture to make the style a little more modern and personal.<br />I like my workspace to be organized and clean, but if I were to be totally honest, I would have to say neither of those words describes my craft room. I am very much a visual processer, so it is important for me to be able to see all of the materials I am working with at one glance. To aide in this creative process, I have built an environment where all my tools hang on a peg board; and the materials are sorted by color into glass jars and clear storage containers. This method allows the materials to be both creatively organized and easily accessible.<br />
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My name is Karen O'Lone-Hahn. I am a potter, painter and children's book author/illustrator. I am blessed to be able to work full time at these crafts in my studio in beautiful Southern Chester County Pa. I'm a little embarrassed to show it in such a mess but this is what a working studio looks like when you are creating in it and taking things in and out for shows.<br />
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I have two shops on etsy, one featuring my pottery which Kerry is kindly showcasing here. The other is my painting shop, grampa1. I have been a painter for 20+ years and decided last year that I needed a new challenge. I was hanging out at the pottery studio where my friend teaches and spent some time fooling around on the pottery wheel. As they say, that was it. The bug bit me hard and I kind of got obsessed with making pottery and quickly opened my etsy pottery shop. I bought my own wheel this summer but still make some pieces at an outside studio. I like making functional pieces like yarn bowls and jewelry bowls but have fun creating things on a whim as well. <br />
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I guess the thing I love about pottery is the surprise element. I can put two pieces in the kiln with the same glaze and depending on certain factors they will each come out different somehow. Also, every piece I make bears the mark of my hands and no two pieces ever come out exactly the same. I still paint but not as much as I make pottery. When you are an artist and the whole shebang rests on you, you also have to spend a lot of time marketing your work as well as making it. Being kind of a three headed artist, I have to divide my time a lot. Right now I am running an indiegogo campaign (<a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://indiegogo.com/gomillicent" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">indiegogo.com/gomillicent</a>) to raise funds to market my children's book and cover the cost of giving 75 away to sick and needy kids.<br />
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I also have a blog which I hope people here might want to visit as I chronicle my life as a creative person (<a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://karenolonehahn.blogspot.com/" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">karenolonehahn.blogspot.com</a>). I have a great life being an artist living in the country surrounded by horse and cow farms and wineries. I am also blessed to have a very supportive husband, an awesome daughter and 3 sweet kitties...<br />
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Green Street Mosaics on Etsy <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/GreenStreetMosaics">http://www.etsy.com/shop/GreenStreetMosaics</a> features mosaic mirrors, custom name mosaics, address signs, picture frames, and more. The materials I use are colorful glass tiles that I cut with tile nippers into the size and shape that I am looking for. After adhering the glass, I grout, clean, polish, and seal. <br /><img alt="Mosaic Christmas Ornament, Multicolored" height="268" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/6724249/il_570xN.365943105.jpg" width="400" /><br />Green Street Mosaics was “born” in January 2012 and is named after the beautiful tree lined street in the Historic District of downtown Annapolis where my husband and I lived before recently moving to Florida. I am lucky that I now have a dedicated studio of my own in our new home in St. Petersburg. In my workspace you will find lots and lots of colored tiles and various works in progress. <br /><img alt="Mosaic Mirror, Wall Art, Mirror Tiles" height="239" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/000/0/6724249/il_570xN.350579223.jpg" width="320" /><br />The mosaics that I enjoy creating the most are custom name mosaics. I have created name signs for new babies, in memory of loved ones, for father’s day, birthday, anniversary gifts - you name it. I love the idea of taking such small pieces of glass and forming a name or image that is special and personal. <br />
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<br />I also really love playing around with different color combinations. I have hundreds of different colors arranged in bins in my studio. When I start a new piece, it is like a kid in a candy store deciding which colors I want to work with next. <br />
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<br />Favorite quote... "Little by little does the trick " - Aesop. This sums up how I feel about mosaics. Each little piece of glass comes together with every other little piece of glass to create something beautiful. <br />
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Enjoy a visit to Linda's etsy shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/lousknittingroom where you are sure to find fabulous handmade knitted and crochet items. <br />
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My name is Linda (or Lou as my Dad calls me!). <br />
I am a Mother of 2 grown daughters and Nana to an incredible Grandson. <br />
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My Grandma taught me to knit at the age of 7 and I’ve had knitting needles or a crochet<br />
hook in my hands ever since! I love creating things that people will use and enjoy! It is so<br />
thrilling to send my creations all over the world! I use only quality yarn and materials.<br />
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My Father always told me “if it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right!” How true Dad!<br />
My youngest daughter, who is disabled, and my grandson live with me so I am very blessed<br />
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Lou’s Knitting Room is a real place where I create, dream and work. I see things in my mind and<br />
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I love doing custom orders so please don’t hesitate to ask for<br />
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ETSY has given me the ‘wings’ I needed to do what I love! My world has been so enriched by<br />
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Thank you for visiting the ETSY Studio Blog!! <br />
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Enjoy a visit to our featured Etsy shop Mapano <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/mapano">http://www.etsy.com/shop/mapano</a>. You will find amazing handcrafted 3D fabric flower wall art and fiber art creations!<br />
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"My name is Alessandra. I live in Italy, near Turin and I am a happy wife and a busy mom of two little girls tempted daily to stay in yoga pants. I'm crafter and creative and I like everything is original and unique.<br />
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<br />MA, for MAMMA in Italian (mom in English)<br />PA, for PAPA' in Italian (dad in English)<br />NO, for NONNO in Italian (grandfather in English)<br />Mapanò is a project that includes ideas and skills of all three!<br />A beautiful way to live my family and create something unique with people I love! <br />
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Be sure to visit Pamela at Mind4Design <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Mind4Design">http://www.etsy.com/shop/Mind4Design</a> where you will find fabulous handcrafted jewelry.<br />
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I'm Pamela of Mind4Design. <br />
I have researched important jewels and their famous collectors, gemstone and costume jewelry designers, current trends, and the newest runway styles. <br />
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I like discovering new stones and design ideas. My creations celebrate the personal touch instead of the mass-produced. I usually design a suite, either necklace, earrings, or bracelet & earrings, it's rare that I make a lone piece of a design...guess you could say I like togetherness. <br />
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I design and make every item in my Etsy shop called Mind4Design. <br />
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Recently, I was featured on the Saturday Evening Post website for Crafts. We did a photo tutorial showing how to make a basic earring design. I was delighted to have some great response to the article and am considering doing another article about choosing beads and materials to make a friendship bracelet set, like the styles seen in my shop.<br />
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Good news - I will have my first retail venue this year for the holidays in a shop on Mass Ave. in downtown Indianapolis. What a thrill! <br />
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I hope everyone has a great holiday and safe New Year!<br />
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I am on Pinterest (Mind4 Design) and I tweet (myndfordesign).<br />
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My tutorial on the Saturday Evening Post website: <a class="external-link-overlay-trigger overlay-trigger" href="http://www.saturdayeveningpost.com/2012/10/25/health-and-family/crafts/beaded-earrings.html" rel="#external-link-overlay" target="_blank">www.saturdayeveningpost.com/2012/10/25/health-and-family/crafts/beaded-e...</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><script type="text/javascript">
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by Josh<br />
I would say that my work is diverse. I enjoy photographing nature and wildlife, sports, people, cities, close-ups….you name it! Having fallen in love with photography during the film and darkroom days, I was initially rather skeptical about digital photography. Now I completely embrace it and I see opportunities for creativity that didn’t exist before the digital era.<br />
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I live in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Fortunately, this area is rich in photographic subjects (i.e. beautiful landscapes, historic covered bridges, etc.). Additionally, I am fairly close to New York and Philadelphia, so I try to capture iconic images of these cities. I capitalize on the fact that my middle-aged body tends to wake up rather early, and I take my camera, tripod, and a mug of coffee to capture the beautiful morning light. In addition to my photography, I am a clinical psychologist. My two fields intersect as I pay particular attention to mood, unique perspectives, alternative vantage points, as well as what to include and what to exclude.<br />
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"And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make." <br />
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Hi everyone! My name is Rielly Karsh Modd (still working on all that name changing paperwork over two years later … oops). I am a mostly self taught photographer and artist living and working in Brooklyn, NY. Somehow my wonderful husband manages to find space for himself in our tiny apartment amidst all my cameras, lights and bits and pieces. Most exciting of all, we are about to have our first baby any day now and we absolutely cannot wait to meet her! <br />
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<img alt="Pink blooms photograph soft blush petals blooming in green grass on lake 8x10" height="320" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/000/0/6438082/il_570xN.313567639.jpg" width="400" /><br />My inspiration comes from my earliest memories. I grew up in a very rural area and that is where I cultivated my love of nature, animals and all things outdoors. We were always doing something crafty or going on nature walks with our little Audubon field guides to identify plants, birds, trees and whatever else we could find. <br />
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Enjoy a visit to Blue Sky Pottery where you will find fabulous porcelain and stoneware creations, one of a kind, functional pottery including whimsical teapots and tea cups, bowls, casseroles, plates, tumblers, platters, vases and tiles. </div>
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I'm a potter (aka ceramic artist for those who like more elegant titles :-) ) and I make mostly functional items for the home and office. This includes dishes, cups, bakeware, colanders, vases, pencil holders, serving pieces, and some decorative sculptures.<br />
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<br /><br />Most creations are made on my pottery wheel where I take a lump of clay and spin it to create a shape like a cylinder for a mug or a rounded form for a bowl. Then I often alter the form, carve a design on the exterior, add color through stains and glazes, add feet, handles, lids, etc.</div>
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<br />I'm located in a popular ski destination in Colorado (Steamboat Springs) -- home to around 50 Olympians who have competed in events such as downhill skiing, ski jumping, cross-country, etc. We get a lot of visitors both winter and summer because of the great hiking in the mountains here.<br /><img alt="One ceramic heart vases hangs on wall - Ready2Ship lichen glaze - home decor - thank you birthday new job" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/002/0/5136120/il_570xN.370970738_ahcs.jpg" width="570" /><br />I've been an etsy seller since August 2006 and get a kick out of sending my work (over 3000 pieces of pottery so far) all over the world to be used in homes where I'm sure I have never heard of the food and or drinks being served in them.</div>
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I live in California with my husband and 3 children. We have emigrated from Poland almost 20 years ago, looking for a better life for our family, after living under communist regime for many years. I have stayed home with kids for many years, and over time- I have change my profession – I learned how to make computer maps and it is my full time job now.<br />
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<br />I have opened my Etsy shop in April 2011. I make beautiful framed angels, that are unique, simple but elegant, romantic, and that can be personalized for many occasions. When a child is born –it is like an angel appearing in your life – what a better gift than an angel for a boy or a girl (in many different colors) with child’s name on the gift. When you want to thank your mom for being your angel – an angel with a “Thank you” note is a perfect gift.<br />
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<br />Recently I have added a beautiful print to my collection "LOVE has many languages". It is a nice way to say "I love" for that special person in your life.<br />
<br />I like to travel – I and my family have been in most USA states, in many European countries, and recently visited Japan. When I am home - I love to read, watch good movies. I love to go to the beach. I like to spend time with young adults –my kids and their friends – I enjoyed their company, their spirit, interests, and discussions with them. I value time spending with good friends and good wine. I also love to cook and bake. Every year I walk in Huntington Beach marathon.<br />I am a night person. So in the evening, usually when I do not have to work the next day, I go to my StudioA (A stands for Anna) - which is at my beautiful home in California. I turn on some good music, I take out my papers, frames, and my imagination. I would never create something that I personally do not like. I love black and white colors, but I like to add accent of other colors – this is why my store name is “mostly black and white"<br />I plan to add some photos to my store from our many family trips. <br />
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Be sure to visit Shelly's Etsy shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Shellyka">http://www.etsy.com/shop/Shellyka</a> for adorable home decor ideas for your favourite child or grandchild. Shelly's creations make perfect gifts for the holiday season!</div>
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My name is Shelly and I live in northern Israel. I'm 33, married to Mark with our cute two little boys (3 and 5 years old). My family are are my biggest mentors and they inspire me so much. <br />
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My specialty is in designing for babies, nurseries and children's rooms, I enjoy using variety of colors to create colorful and happy designs, yet I love my designs clean and calm to make a peaceful environment to the room. I love to create pieces to match beddings and room theme, I'm working with the buyers to design the perfect item for their little ones. <br />
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I'm working from my home studio. My studio is actually one of the rooms in our apartment, and thanks for my husband for understanding :)<br />
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I have a messy table: lots of colors tubes around me, brushes, pens, glues and many boxes of crafty things that I love to use in my designs. <br />
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I love everything I do and hope to do it forever. I'm good with people (I'm a social worker by profession) but the thing I enjoy more is using my hands and mind to create. I found it very joyful to send my love to people through my art .<br />
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Enjoy a visit to Mei Faith Studio where you can find beautiful creations to accessorize yourself with beautiful handmade natural gemstone jewelry, or your home with unique photographs, sparkling sun catchers or original paintings!<br />
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"The truly important things in life ~ love, beauty, and one’s own uniqueness “<br /><br />As for love, we all need to be loved by someone….<br /><br />As for beauty, it is not one's physical appearance but what's found inside one’s heart that make them truly beautiful....<br /><br />~ and ~<br /><br />As for one’s own uniqueness, well that’s what my designs and creations are all about – Letting you BE UNQIUE!<br />
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<br /><br />Being unique is what I strive for every day and my creations are no different. At Mei Faith Studio, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MeiFaithStudio?ref=pr_shop_more">http://www.etsy.com/shop/MeiFaithStudio?ref=pr_shop_more</a> you will find a variety of one-of-a-kind jewelry designs, original drawings and paintings, unique hand crafted mosaic sun catchers, and limited edition photo prints. Everything that my studio has to offer comes direct from my artistic visions and creative passions. There isn’t a day that goes by that I am not “working” in my studio. <br />
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<br /><br />Mei Faith Studio was established back in 2009 and since then it has evolved into something beyond what I ever imagined. Thanks to <a href="http://etsy.com/" target="_blank">etsy.com</a>, my little art studio, is not longer “little”. It was there on <a href="http://etsy.com/" target="_blank">etsy.com</a> that my sales soared and my clientele went global<br />
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<br />This is my passion – it is what I truly love to do – create one’s own uniqueness!<br />With all the success the studio has gained over the years, still the most important aspects for me is to offer the highest quality creations and give the best customer service possible. <br />
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I am married, live in the San Francisco Bay Area with my two Miniature Pinschers and an Amazon Parrot. Luckily my husband doesn't mind living with a creative woman...he never knows what will be changed or added when he comes home! </div>
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I can remember being creative all my life. Both of my grandmothers and my mother are all really creative women so it was natural that I would follow in their paths. I learned to crochet at age 11 from my Nonna and everything else from my mom and Grandmother. My Mom and I still go to numerous craft events and classes when we can, we have a blast!<br />
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I always had a crafting class weather it was wood working, metal shop, arts and crafts or sewing all throughout my school years. I started selling on Etsy after my shoulder therapist said that beading would be good therapy for my carpal tunnel. So after accumulating numerous earrings and bracelets Bling N Things by Penny was started. A girl can only wear so much jewelry, lol. <br />
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I have since expanded to selling my Scrapbooks, Journals, Jewelry Boxes as well as my Jewelry. I never know what I'll be in the mood to create and I love the idea that I can share my items with people all over the world. When I had my first sale I was so excited as I am with every sale there after and the first international sale I was scared to death that it wouldn't make it there, lol.<br />
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Since then I have become a leader on the wonderful STAT (Self Taught Artists Treasury) Team where I have made friends with some really talented people who are also so very supportive! <br />
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