I’ve watched people draw and create beautiful art on paper and I’m consistently blown away at their ability to do so. Holding a pencil or paintbrush, and creating anything the looks any good is so beyond any ability that I will ever hope to accomplish. Short of sitting and working on a color by number, […]
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Maker: Molly Croteau of Eclectic Ox
Molly tried out quite a few things before she found the work that she loves and that (in my opinion) she is stellar at. Molly’s art ranges from housewares to jewelry, and all of it is easy to love. I want to hang that clock right on the wall so that I can stare at […]
Maker: Mikayla of All Goods From the Woods
I have this piece of driftwood on my kitchen sink ledge that my kids gave me. We collected rock and shells one day at the lake, and they glued on the pieces they found to spell Love and gave it to me for my birthday. I have a feeling its one of those things that […]
Maker: Libby of Monark
It seems that every time I’m at Patchwork Show, I pick up a new piece of laser cut jewelry. If I had seen Libby’s work there, I would have definitely stopped and checked them out. I love how the laser makes the design in a negative space. Libby’s jewelry seems to me a perfect mix […]
Maker: Tina of Goldenberry
I really like the simple yet intricate designs of Tina’s line. Her purses and wallets are practical, yet cute, and that is always a fun thing. Meet Tina and check out all of her Goldenberry goods! ~Angie~ Please introduce yourself. Hello! My name is Tina Rinaudo. I am a Cypriot Web Developer gone traveler and […]
Maker: Manda Wolfe of Art by Manda
Manda’s illustrations have really caught my eye. I especially love her narrative portraits, and I’m super excited about the project that she is working on with her talented boyfriend. I think that is going to be a great thing! Meet Manda and check out her amazing work! ~Angie~ Please introduce yourself. Hello! My name is […]
Maker: Michelle of Blonde Peacock
I’ve recently seen the passion of photography being developed in my oldest daughter, and I’ve enjoyed watching her refine her art as she photographs and makes things with her prints. Michelle’s technique of printing her photographs on textiles is something that really caught my eye. Meet Michelle of Blonde Peacock and go check her out […]
Maker: Karen of Clay, S’il Vous Plait
Karen of Clay, S’il Vous Plait is perfecting the art of mixing functional and decorative clay art. She’s got a unique style that’s fun to use or display! Meet Karen! ~Angie~ Please introduce yourself. Hi! My name is Karen Papais (puh-PIE-iss) and I currently live in Oakland, CA. I moved here just over 2 years […]
Maker: Kathi of The League of Crafty Canines
Being a dog lover, it’s my pleasure to introduce you today to Kathy of The League of Crafty Canines. The story behind the name is amazing, and you can just picture how fun it was to come up with. Meet Kathi! ~Angie~ Please introduce yourself. Hi, I’m Kathi Encinas – Originally from The Dalles, Oregon […]
Maker: Shan of Passport to Paper
One of my favorite questions to ask makers is how they came upon their business name. I love the story behind their journey in choosing the words that they will sell their items under. Shan’s answer is so spot on, that it made me smile. Meet Shan and enjoy her paper world! ~Angie~ Please introduce […]
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