Sunday, May 30, 2010

D.A.D.

Happy Fathers day to all that wonderful dad of this world!!!!
"My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believe in me"
Vintage Dad (any year) - Black by BRANDED
DADDY HERO personalized custom keychain by yourcharmedlife

DAD Little House Village by thelittlereddoor

Love YOU - custom engraved rock by sjengraving

Motherboard / Computer cufflinks - Green by DaveTheBear

Oak Tree screenprinted microfiber necktie, copper ink by toybreaker

Handcrafted artisan genuine leather messenger bag UNISEX by chicleather

Boutique Black Spanish Leather Fashion Cuff with Aged Studs by urbanboutique


Midnight Black Leather with Silver Center bracelet by KarensjewelryKorner

Brushed Aluminum Vinyl Turntable Shaving Bag by queenbee55

Shaving Brushes by sacredwaterssoapco

DAD'S Grill Chefs Apron and Matching Hand Towel by 4myangels


Friday, May 28, 2010

Passion!!!!!

Red is Cupid and the Devil.
Passion....Love....Kiss....and of course RED CARPET


Filigree Earrings Victorian Ruby Red Baubles by VintageFiligree


Felted Poppy Necklace by AVAoriginal

Love cherry by CreAya


Anguria....... Luxury Soap by FamaraDesigns




Red Hibiscus Hair clip by annapanik

Home Art Deco Mural Wall Sticker by wiwicoco

Ella by ryeleighrose

Baby shoes with Ladybugs by kathydee

Cherry Drops - handmade jewelry by laplumeblanche

Red Bicycle Tote Bag by theboldbanana

Red Cherry blossoms jewelry box by designhutusa

Wide Wooden Beaded Bracelet by xoots
Plus size Kaftan, Pure silk, made to measure, by Stepankalicious

Beautiful Red Tint Acrylic Necklace by sculleydesign















Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Special Interview with "Cynamonn" www.cynamonn.com

1. Introduce yourself. ...
My name is Ewelina and I come from Poland. I got a Masters Degree in German Philology and work for one of the largest computer corporation in the world. Being an artist is a passion for me which brings me joy. Most of you can see now, how much is related my background to the jewelry which I design. J I started with my jewelry almost two years ago. I work mostly with linen, porcelain, cinnamon, and everything else that inspires me. Each necklace which I design is unique, but my prides are the macramé necklaces. Those little beauties are absolutely one of a kind. It’s impossible to create the same necklace with this technique which is macramé. The necklaces may only look similar or totally different.

2. When did you start doing creative work?
I started designing jewelry about two years ago. I remember the day when the postman brought me the package with semi-precious stones to my house. This was the time where I was experimenting and trying to find my own style. Because the artist soul is mostly turbulent, I haven’t stopped only on semi-precious stones.

3. Which is the process that you use for create your projects?
The process of creating jewelry every time is different. Sometimes a new design appears in my dreams and when I try to make it, it doesn’t satisfy me. Sometimes I start to compose without thinking and after I’m done everyone loves it. One of those necklaces ‘’Elegant Silver Linen Necklace’’ was created by composing and playing with materials. Later on such necklace was appreciated by many clients of mine. Also, an important issue in my work is the right place. I change very often my place of work. I don’t really know why am I doing it, but I think every corner brings up different feelings and ideas.

4. Did your hobby become your profession?
I was raised in a family where the meaning ‘Design’ was not unfamiliar for me. Art was always surrounding me, but, unfortunately I’ve got my Masters degree in German Philology. It’s been two years now when I have been making jewelry, but still don’t know where the way will take me. I can’t call this my profession yet, but I don’t stop developing. I’m honored and pleased that many people became fans of my jewelry. This gives me hope and much more energy to work more and more on my jewelry. I started a clothing project now. I have a big factory which I want one day to reactivate. Keep checking my Etsy account for updates about my new shop. J So, as you see, I have lots of going on, but don’t know when I will call my art work a profession.

5. What are the elements of life that inspire you the most when creating? From the zodiac I’m a Capricorn, and this sign is associated with ‘’Earth’’. I love nature, and this will be always my priority in my designs. But, I’m very open person who likes to try out new things like acrylic beads. Earth and earth colors are my best inspirations in my daily life.

6. Tell us a bit about your day job.
Every morning I wake up and check first my emails. I answer as quick as possible all the convos and questions which I become from customers or sellers. My job as an artist is more flexible, so sometimes the meaning ‘time’ is unfamiliar for me. Otherwise I work on new projects only when I’m in the right mood. It doesn’t matter how long I spend making my jewelry, I enjoy it very much and do it even at the evening. Also, having a second job just like most other Etsy designers doesn’t make me stop to continue my passion which is art.

7. Do you have any tips or advise to share with others handmade sellers?
During the two years I have tried out couple of projects, which didn’t work out. Now, I know when you don’t put heart in your work it will never work out. When I make a necklace and something is bothering me in it, I do it again. My designs have to be well done and make my customers smile. I can’t give a specific advice others, because every day I learn by myself new things about this kind of business. I only know that the promotion through internet is the most important thing to do it in this century.



Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Giveaway...Giveaway.....Giveaway!!!!!!!!!

www.famaradesigns.com

Win a Set of 3 Soaps from Famara Soaps!!!!!!

Lots of ways to win!!!

Accumulate points from today until June 20th


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-get 1 point for following me on my blog: http://famaradesigns.blogspot.com

-get 2 points for tweeting about my store and about this giveaway on your twitter.
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-get 2 points for posting about my store and this contest on your Facebook page.
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