Back to Craft

So what seems like a long break from the handmade, I've returned with these locket earrings accented with lace. It felt good to be crafting again!

New Banner...

I've been experimenting with a new banner for both my blog and etsy site. Here is an in process shot...

I wanted to work with soft photography and textures.

It was too busy so I decided upon something simpler...

with some advice from Alberto Rigau, I am trying to incorporate my handmade work into the computer without it being so flat. Drop shadow please - that was all it took.

Second Etsy Sale!

I finally had my second etsy sale today! 

The whimsical Headband

I found this headband on etsy. I just love the playfulness and elegance of the floating cloud. It's refreshing to see a headband that steers clear of the typical bird feathers that everyone's wearing now. I also like the backdrop of her photo, it fits the piece so nicely don't you think?

First Sale

I sold a vintage cameo I listed on etsy. Just thought I'd share the packaging and card.

Yes! Blog Award/First Etsy Sale!

Today has been incredible. The sun was gleaming, 

I was satisfied with my outfit ( grey v-neck te

e, skinnys, and pink mary janes), I made my first Etsy sale, my professor loved my sculpture, then I returned to my room to find I had been nominated for my first award by a witty blogger who I look up to and seems to be able to capture the fun and beauty in life. Thank you Amber!

Here are the award rules:List 7 things that you love, and then pass the award on to 7 bloggers that you love! Be sure to tag them and let them know that they have won. You can copy the picture of the award and paste it on your sideboard le

tting the whole world know...you are Kreativ!

Due to the time of the year this list may be a bit biased but here it goes...

1. Swinging. 

It's beginning to get warm and sunny and perfect swinging weather. I swear it's the best natural high you can get.

2. Kombucha.

This is fermented tea I was introduced to at the Home Economist, an organic food store I worked at in high school. Not only does it make you limbs tingle but it has incredible flavor that makes you happy. Try it. 

3. Being in Design School.

If I were not in graphic design, I wouldn't be majoring in anything. I get to do challenging and creative things with amazing people. We like to complain about working in the studio all the time, but we love it and have become a family. 

4. Anthropologie.(This is my secret cell phone shot because they don't let you take pictures!)

I can stay in this store for hours getting design inspiration, smelling it's wonderfully scented candles, looking at housewares, cookbooks, clothes, leather purses, I could live in that store.

5. Sheep Meadow.

My favorite place on earth. This open field in central park brings me such peacefulness and it's located in the center of New York City.

6. Memories of my sister and I playing around the pond and backyard of the house I grew up in.

We used to spend hours on this bridge dropping sticks into the pond, playing with leaves, going on adventures. Your typical amazing childhood memories.

7. The locally owned Ice Cream store Carolina Cones in the town where I grew up.

 This one is not biased. I love ice cream just as much in 18 degree weather, as I do in 90 degree weather. Delicious.

Ok. Blogs I love.

Rags and Scribbles

brklyngirl

stardust sparkle

Wanders & Stillness

Prim Things.

Scout Holiday

Lobster and Swan

Also I'm not really sure why I used a Vignette for all these photos, just somethin new I'm trying I guess. 

Business Card

So last night I couldn't sleep and decided to, instead of wasting my time lying in bed, create my "business card". 

I plan on photo-transferring it onto handmade paper but that's still to come...

My Etsy Store!

After much crafting and preparation, I finally set up my Etsy store, something I've been meaning to do for months now. My need for funds became very crucial.