Website address: www.brokenteepeedesigns.etsy.com
How did you become interested in the items you sell? I started making beaded jewelry almost as a fluke. I have a lot of medical problems including very poor eyesight. When I learned I would need two pairs of glasses I decided I wanted to make beaded eyeglass holders so I could keep the glasses handy for myself. Well, I found my talent! I fell in love with the beads and the colors. I started making jewelry and decided if I didn't start selling it I would soon run out of space. I have since acquired a third pair of glassed to wear while beading! I have chronic headaches and although I can only work in very short bursts of time it does help distract me from my headache. I also have difficulties with maneuvering my hands.
How did you come up with your name? I called my little hobby business Broken Teepee because we had just moved to Montana and the only thing on the lot we bought was this broken teepee. I figured no one else would have the name....
What type of items do you sell? I sell beaded and sterling silver jewelry. I use semi precious gemstones and other stones to create brightly colored and uniquely designed bracelets, earrings and necklaces. I have also worked with customers to custom design pieces to suit their needs.
What makes your items unique? I think my pieces are unique because of the way I use color. I think that it is because of the way I see (or maybe don't :) ) see things. I don't tend to see very well, but I do see colors vividly. I love to combine colors that you might not tend to see together.
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I adore this bracelet! The colors of the lampworked beads are perfectly picked up by the turquoise, pearls, and the mother of pearl beads. It's just so pretty!
Business Name: Gifts Define
Website: giftsdefine.com
Tell us a little bit about your business: Gifts define offers uniquely adorable and affordable gifts for any gift giving occasions. Featuring our handmade InDOLLgences, Gifts define shop is a fun source for little pick me ups! Our mini dolls aren't just for kids or for collecting dust on the shelf - these chic, hip little handmade wonders are for fun, appreciation and celebration!
How did you became interested in the items you sell? A hobby that later became an addiction and flourished to be a small business for me.
What makes your items unique? 100% hand made, hand-stitched that makes each piece of my mini doll special, personal, and extra-ordinary. Of course, each of my handmade creations is well-known for its cuteness and loveliness.
How sweet would this baby bee be on a package at a baby shower? Mom could remove it and have a keepsake for later, too.
Artsy Clay has clever and unique polymer clay creations. Most of her items have a whimsical slant to them. She's currently featuring several Valentine's-themed pendants, pins, and brooches.
I'm partial to this one. Purple, sparkly, and swirls? YES PLEASE!!!
A little bit aout yourself/your company: I run the shop with my sister and friend Chrissy. We currently sell beautiful, fun, unique embellished boxes andbookmarks. Everything we sell can be personalized! We've only been at this a few months, but we have been inspiring each other in crafts and many other endeavors our entire lives!
Type of product(s) you sell: embellished boxes,bookmarks, lots of other fun, funky stuff to come!
How did you become interested in the items you sell?: Chrissy loves beading, and makes lovely bookmarks. I came up with the boxes idea after wantingto incorporate several different mediums into aunique, functional craft.
What makes your items/designs unique?: Everything we make is one of a kind. All are made with love! All can be personalized!
Website www.mysistersgreatidea.etsy.com
What a cute and clever bookmark! These hold the page in your book without falling out. You no longer need to fold a corner down to keep your place.
My Sister's Great Idea has generously offered free shipping on all orders placed from Indie Arts Buzz. Mention that you saw them here!
What would you like to do if not working in your current job? I love my current job (public relations for a large health services company) but it would be awesome to work at home, doing my clay art full time.
What three people would you like to have dinner with (Living or deceased)? Helen Keller, Anne Frank, Mother Teresa
Last book read? Art and Fear by David Bayles & Ted Orland
What is your biggest indulgence? Ice cream
What is your favorite curse word? crap
What is the one item you cannot live without? My silver and turquoise ring
What inspires you? The beauty of nature
Pajamas or street clothes? Pajamas
The image above is a set of her great cat stickers.
