This passage is from a devotional book called "My Utmost for His highest." It convicts me daily and helps to keep me on the right track.
"When Jesus finished commanding His twelve disciples...He departed from there to teach and to preach in their cities." Matthew 11:1
He comes where He commands us to leave. If you stayed home when God told you to go because you were so concerned about your own people there, then you actually robbed them of the teaching of Jesus Christ Himself. When you obeyed and left all the consequences to God, the Lord went into your city to teach, but as long as you were disobedient, you blocked His way. Watch where you begin to debate with Him and put what you call your duty into competition with His commands. If you say "I knowthat He told me to go, but my duty is here," it simply means that you do not believe that Jesus means what He says.
He teaches where He instructs us not to teach.
"Master...let us make three tabernacles..."(Luke 9:33).
Are we playing the part of an amateur providence, trying to play God's role in the lives of others? Are we so noisy in our instruction of other people that God cannot get near them? We must learn to keep our mouths shut and our spirit's alert. God wants to instruct us regarding His Son, and He wants to turn our times of prayer into mounts of transfiguration, (reference Luke 9:33)). When we become certain that God is going to work in a particular way, He will never work in that way again.
He works where He sends us to wait.
"...tarry...until..."(Luke 24:49). "Wait on the Lord" and He will work (Psalm 37:34). But don't wait sulking spiritually and feeling sorry for yourself, just because you can't see one inch in front of you! Are we detached enough from our own spiritual fits of emotion to "wait patiently for Him"? (*37:7). Waiting is not sitting with folded hands doing nothing, but learning to do what we are told.
These are some of the facets of His ways that we rarely recognize.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Friday, September 4, 2009
My Sister Had a Baby!! Welcome to the planet baby Hannah Amer!!!
This is a special little post for my new special little friend (niece)!!! She's going to be so spoiled! How cute is she!!?? Hannah Amer was born 7 lbs 11ozs on September 3rd 2009!!!! Congratulations Christen and Eid Amer!!! Wow Christen, you know you could look a little disheveled after having a baby, but no still beautiful as ever ;) Love you!
Monday, August 17, 2009
Etsy item of the day!
That's me!! at www.etsyitemoftheday.com !!! Check it out!!
http://etsyitemoftheday.com/nautical-trend-dress-etsy-handmade-custom/#more-1928
http://etsyitemoftheday.com/nautical-trend-dress-etsy-handmade-custom/#more-1928
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Coffee Cups, Vases and Jewelry OH MY!
This week's feature, Alinahayes! It's more than just pottery! These are conversation pieces, these are pieces that you relish every chance you get to use them! Coffee in a cup like this
Alina's Short Bio - In 2006, I discovered a passion for throwing pottery at the Burbank Art Center when my husband and I moved to California. I am enjoying the slightly slower pace of Los Angeles. We currently reside in West Hills with our dogs Auggie and Mops, where I spend time creating in my home studio. I find inspiration and strive to achieve a balance between nature and modern/contemporary design.I have taken the plunge and have devoted myself to ceramics fulltime.
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Alina: I started finding inspiration from nature and organic forms. Lately I've been inspired by contemporary furniture design. I also like to imagine a piece of pottery as something you would wear. I often think about glaze colors as an outfit that might go together, not sure if that makes sense.
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Alina: About five months ago, I've been fortunate enough to quit my previous office job, and become a fulltime potter. This gave me the oportunity to branch out to local shops and galleries.
Gabrielle: How did you come into your profession?
Alina: It was a complete accident. I majored in illustration in school, and had taken several sculpture classes, but had never tried the wheel. When I moved to Los Angeles, I started taking wheel-throwing classes at a local community center in Burbank, CA. I was so taken by it, I knew that this was something I wanted to pursue almost immediately.
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Alina: When I was little I wanted to be a ballerina, an actress, a singer. I wasn't sure which of these dreams would actually come true, but I knew for sure that I would find happiness doing something creative.
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Alina: Ahhh...coffee is my number one friend. Now that I have the privilige to work from home, I often forget to eat until much later in the day.
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Alina: Recently it's been my ladybug items. I really enjoy the vibrant colors and the break from the wheel they provide.
Gabrielle: How did you get the idea for your favorite item?
Alina: I was trying to think of something different. I had been working with press molds of flowers and such, and one day I was taking photos of some earrings, and placed them onto a large cala lilly leaf. On that leaf sat a small ladybug, and I thought... perfect!
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live and money wasn't an option where would it be?
Alina: New York or Paris. I grew up in new york, and recently visited Paris. To live in those cities the way I would want to live, I would need millions of dollars. I've wanted to move to los angles since I was 18, so I would say I am already pretty darn lucky.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Alina: Hmmm... If I really had a million dollars, I would pay off my house and invest the rest. If there was no such thing as reality, I would like to buy an apartment in Manhattan. Although a million dollars would probably barely buy you a one bedroom. Haha.
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God? This can be a yes or no, or it can be a more elaborate answer, you can also choose not to answer it, if it is too personal.
Alina: Yes.
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Alina: I am not sure. I hope so. People tell me they can. I am working on having a cohesive look. Sometimes I feel my pottery is too all over the place.
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Alina: Sometimes. Depends on the item. If I make an item I really love, I try to hold on to it for a while. After a year or so, I let it go.
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Alina: Thats a tough one.I like looking through the gift guides, but particularly the jewelry on Etsy. I love the jewelry designs of marmar on etsy, and have purchased a couple of pieces. I would love to own one of artisanimpact designs.
Alina also has a blog, check it out to see what she's up to! http://alinahayes.blogspot.com
Thank you Alina for taking the time to do this interview, you really have a gift!
Now here are a few of my favorites from Alina! Visit www.alinahayes.etsy.com to purchase your favorites!
is like a beautiful dream. Go here http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28054691 to purchase one for yourself!
Imagine some flowers, freshly picked from the garden, in this one of kind beautiful handmade vase.
Now that you've had a sneak peek at some of Alina's work, it's time to meet her and find out what's behing the curtain.
Alina's Short Bio - In 2006, I discovered a passion for throwing pottery at the Burbank Art Center when my husband and I moved to California. I am enjoying the slightly slower pace of Los Angeles. We currently reside in West Hills with our dogs Auggie and Mops, where I spend time creating in my home studio. I find inspiration and strive to achieve a balance between nature and modern/contemporary design.I have taken the plunge and have devoted myself to ceramics fulltime.
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Alina: I started finding inspiration from nature and organic forms. Lately I've been inspired by contemporary furniture design. I also like to imagine a piece of pottery as something you would wear. I often think about glaze colors as an outfit that might go together, not sure if that makes sense.
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Alina: About five months ago, I've been fortunate enough to quit my previous office job, and become a fulltime potter. This gave me the oportunity to branch out to local shops and galleries.
Gabrielle: How did you come into your profession?
Alina: It was a complete accident. I majored in illustration in school, and had taken several sculpture classes, but had never tried the wheel. When I moved to Los Angeles, I started taking wheel-throwing classes at a local community center in Burbank, CA. I was so taken by it, I knew that this was something I wanted to pursue almost immediately.
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Alina: When I was little I wanted to be a ballerina, an actress, a singer. I wasn't sure which of these dreams would actually come true, but I knew for sure that I would find happiness doing something creative.
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Alina: Ahhh...coffee is my number one friend. Now that I have the privilige to work from home, I often forget to eat until much later in the day.
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Alina: Recently it's been my ladybug items. I really enjoy the vibrant colors and the break from the wheel they provide.
Gabrielle: How did you get the idea for your favorite item?
Alina: I was trying to think of something different. I had been working with press molds of flowers and such, and one day I was taking photos of some earrings, and placed them onto a large cala lilly leaf. On that leaf sat a small ladybug, and I thought... perfect!
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live and money wasn't an option where would it be?
Alina: New York or Paris. I grew up in new york, and recently visited Paris. To live in those cities the way I would want to live, I would need millions of dollars. I've wanted to move to los angles since I was 18, so I would say I am already pretty darn lucky.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Alina: Hmmm... If I really had a million dollars, I would pay off my house and invest the rest. If there was no such thing as reality, I would like to buy an apartment in Manhattan. Although a million dollars would probably barely buy you a one bedroom. Haha.
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God? This can be a yes or no, or it can be a more elaborate answer, you can also choose not to answer it, if it is too personal.
Alina: Yes.
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Alina: I am not sure. I hope so. People tell me they can. I am working on having a cohesive look. Sometimes I feel my pottery is too all over the place.
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Alina: Sometimes. Depends on the item. If I make an item I really love, I try to hold on to it for a while. After a year or so, I let it go.
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Alina: Thats a tough one.I like looking through the gift guides, but particularly the jewelry on Etsy. I love the jewelry designs of marmar on etsy, and have purchased a couple of pieces. I would love to own one of artisanimpact designs.
Alina also has a blog, check it out to see what she's up to! http://alinahayes.blogspot.com
Thank you Alina for taking the time to do this interview, you really have a gift!
Now here are a few of my favorites from Alina! Visit www.alinahayes.etsy.com to purchase your favorites!
Thursday, August 6, 2009
SSSJ, if you don't know, now you know!
This week's feature, http://www.sssj.etsy.com/ ! Visit Michele's shop, you will not be disappointed!
All I have to say about this week's feature SSSJ is GORGEOUS, beautiful, stunning and unique! I absolutely LOVE this woman's jewelry. She has such an eye for jewelry design, her taste is impeccable! I loved her shop so much I have to show you two collages of my favorites! There is so much detail and creativity in every single one of her pieces, you can tell she loves what she does and you can tell that she was made to do this! Have a look for yourself :)
Michele's Short Bio:
The truth is because I was a single mom of four, the extreme pressure got to me and I now have agoraphobia, (Fear of going places, I have panic attacks). Now that I'm finally married to a good man, I said a lot of prayers, asking for help, I knew the answer was in front of me. The answer was to feel successful, I just needed some guidance and there it was. I have been attracted to sparkle since I was little (I'd pick the sparkle things off of greeting cards, oops) and I love doing things with my hands so jewelry made sense.
Then I went on to think, IF I succeed, I might be able to get the word out to other confined people, so that they can feel whole. We will have to see what becomes of that.
I'm married with four lovely children and three grandchildren. I help my husband with his company, I watch the grandchildren daily (so my daughters can work their way through college) and in my spare time(HA), I go into my little comfortable world of sparkling jewelry, full of relaxation and imagination.
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Michele: When I was growing up, I would sit and watch my grandmother and mother with their crochet and knitting needles. I felt a special warmth inside when their projects were completed. I knew it was more than something that they made-a part of them became attached.
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Michele: Yes, I am a bookkeeper, full time grandmother (sitter) to a 6 month old handsome young man named Blake and part time 4 year old blonde beauty named Sarah, she's my ballerina!
Gabrielle: How did you come into your profession?
Michele: I am a Bookkeeper by marriage and a jewelry designer by prayer
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Michele: I wanted to be a marine biologist when I was about 8 and in the teens I had a fascination with boutiques.
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Michele: coca cola and pretzels
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Michele: Caribbean romance
Gabrielle: How did you get the idea for your favorite item?
Michele: The colors and the sparkle of the sea, combined with my love of vintage rhinestones!
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live and money wasn't an option where would it be? Michele: Anywhere in a big house with a front porch, an in ground pool and an ocean view...gee I'm not picky.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Michele: I'd share most of it with my family (kids), I would not forget the homeless, and I'd really like a spa week if possible.
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God? This can be a yes or no, or it can be a more elaborate answer, you can also choose not to answer it, if it is too personal.
Michele: Yes I believe and so do my children. Many times I have put my fate in his hands and many more times I have thanked him.
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Michele: I would like to think part of me is visible in my work.
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Michele: Sometimes I reminisce about a particular piece, I just like thinking that they have found a new home, and then I look forward to my next piece.
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Michele: I love looking and shopping all over Etsy, sometimes I wonder if there is a list of all of the stores,so that I don't miss any.
Thank you Michele for you candor and honesty it was an enjoyable interview, May God Bless you and your family and your shop!
Now here are a few of my favorites from SSSJ!
I love Shelley's South Shore Jewelry!
Michele's Short Bio:
The truth is because I was a single mom of four, the extreme pressure got to me and I now have agoraphobia, (Fear of going places, I have panic attacks). Now that I'm finally married to a good man, I said a lot of prayers, asking for help, I knew the answer was in front of me. The answer was to feel successful, I just needed some guidance and there it was. I have been attracted to sparkle since I was little (I'd pick the sparkle things off of greeting cards, oops) and I love doing things with my hands so jewelry made sense.
Then I went on to think, IF I succeed, I might be able to get the word out to other confined people, so that they can feel whole. We will have to see what becomes of that.
I'm married with four lovely children and three grandchildren. I help my husband with his company, I watch the grandchildren daily (so my daughters can work their way through college) and in my spare time(HA), I go into my little comfortable world of sparkling jewelry, full of relaxation and imagination.
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Michele: When I was growing up, I would sit and watch my grandmother and mother with their crochet and knitting needles. I felt a special warmth inside when their projects were completed. I knew it was more than something that they made-a part of them became attached.
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Michele: Yes, I am a bookkeeper, full time grandmother (sitter) to a 6 month old handsome young man named Blake and part time 4 year old blonde beauty named Sarah, she's my ballerina!
Gabrielle: How did you come into your profession?
Michele: I am a Bookkeeper by marriage and a jewelry designer by prayer
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Michele: I wanted to be a marine biologist when I was about 8 and in the teens I had a fascination with boutiques.
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Michele: coca cola and pretzels
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Michele: Caribbean romance
Gabrielle: How did you get the idea for your favorite item?
Michele: The colors and the sparkle of the sea, combined with my love of vintage rhinestones!
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live and money wasn't an option where would it be? Michele: Anywhere in a big house with a front porch, an in ground pool and an ocean view...gee I'm not picky.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Michele: I'd share most of it with my family (kids), I would not forget the homeless, and I'd really like a spa week if possible.
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God? This can be a yes or no, or it can be a more elaborate answer, you can also choose not to answer it, if it is too personal.
Michele: Yes I believe and so do my children. Many times I have put my fate in his hands and many more times I have thanked him.
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Michele: I would like to think part of me is visible in my work.
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Michele: Sometimes I reminisce about a particular piece, I just like thinking that they have found a new home, and then I look forward to my next piece.
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Michele: I love looking and shopping all over Etsy, sometimes I wonder if there is a list of all of the stores,so that I don't miss any.
Thank you Michele for you candor and honesty it was an enjoyable interview, May God Bless you and your family and your shop!
Now here are a few of my favorites from SSSJ!
I love Shelley's South Shore Jewelry!Thursday, July 30, 2009
What Once Was is definitely IN NOW!
The Featured seller of the week! www.WhatOnceWas.etsy.com ! What a wonderful store Lianne has! I browse through the items and feel like I'm slowly walking back through time. It's romantic and nostalgic with a bit of a modern edge. She uses vintage and new pieces to complete her jewelry and oh the character this jewelry has! Well, I will let her tell her story now... But first here is a sneak peak at her work!
Lianne's Brief Bio: Born July 6th
I'm a Registered Nurse working full time in a hospital in Indianapolis. Grew up in the city and am now living the peaceful life out in the country! I love primitive antiques, my house was built in 1896 and is filled with them! All functional, I might add! I love to work in my garden, curl up with a good book, make jewelry and play with my dogs! I'm drawn to anything that is old, worn, and well loved! Basically, I enjoy the simple things in life!
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Lianne: My inspiration actually comes from the random pieces of jewelry, bits and baubles themselves! It may sound strange but they "tell" me how they should be used and with what they should be paired!
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Lianne: I work full time as a Registered Nurse in a hospital in Indianapolis.
Gabrielle: How did you come into your profession?
Lianne: When I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a Veterinarian. I was accepted into Vet school, then one day during my senior year in High School-"I want to be a nurse" popped into my head. I had never even been in a hospital, never been around sick people, didn't know any nurses--so maybe it was a "calling"!
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Lianne: Answered above.
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Lianne: Coffee and Mountain Dew
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Lianne: I don't really have a favorite--If I don't love what I'm making, then I don't make it.
Gabrielle: How did you get the idea for your favorite item?
Lianne: See Above.
Lianne's Brief Bio: Born July 6th
I'm a Registered Nurse working full time in a hospital in Indianapolis. Grew up in the city and am now living the peaceful life out in the country! I love primitive antiques, my house was built in 1896 and is filled with them! All functional, I might add! I love to work in my garden, curl up with a good book, make jewelry and play with my dogs! I'm drawn to anything that is old, worn, and well loved! Basically, I enjoy the simple things in life!
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Lianne: My inspiration actually comes from the random pieces of jewelry, bits and baubles themselves! It may sound strange but they "tell" me how they should be used and with what they should be paired!
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Lianne: I work full time as a Registered Nurse in a hospital in Indianapolis.
Gabrielle: How did you come into your profession?
Lianne: When I was a little girl, I always wanted to be a Veterinarian. I was accepted into Vet school, then one day during my senior year in High School-"I want to be a nurse" popped into my head. I had never even been in a hospital, never been around sick people, didn't know any nurses--so maybe it was a "calling"!
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Lianne: Answered above.
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Lianne: Coffee and Mountain Dew
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Lianne: I don't really have a favorite--If I don't love what I'm making, then I don't make it.
Gabrielle: How did you get the idea for your favorite item?
Lianne: See Above.
Gabrielle: She loves all of them equally and it's easy to see why!
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live, and money wasn't an option, where would it be?
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live, and money wasn't an option, where would it be?
Lianne: I'm completely happy right where I am! If I had to choose, maybe someplace where it's warm all the time! I hate cold weather.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Lianne: I would probably keep enough so I wouldn't have to worry about money, and give the rest away to people who needed it!
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God? This can be a yes or no, or it can be a more elaborate answer, you can also choose not to answer it, if it is too personal.
Lianne: I believe that there is something or someone much greater than all of us! It is so evident in everything around us!
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Lianne: Most definitely! I put my heart and soul into each piece of jewelry I create. Sometimes it takes me forever to make one piece, it has to be "just right"!
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Lianne: Not really--I'm always pleased when I sell something and know that someone else has fallen in love with something I've made! That's my goal, to create beautiful jewelry from antique and vintage bits and baubles, and keep the history of these things moving forward, hopefully to be passed on to the next generation.
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Lianne: There are so many wonderful and talented people on Etsy, but I currently do most of my shopping in the Vintage and Antique section.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Lianne: I would probably keep enough so I wouldn't have to worry about money, and give the rest away to people who needed it!
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God? This can be a yes or no, or it can be a more elaborate answer, you can also choose not to answer it, if it is too personal.
Lianne: I believe that there is something or someone much greater than all of us! It is so evident in everything around us!
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Lianne: Most definitely! I put my heart and soul into each piece of jewelry I create. Sometimes it takes me forever to make one piece, it has to be "just right"!
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Lianne: Not really--I'm always pleased when I sell something and know that someone else has fallen in love with something I've made! That's my goal, to create beautiful jewelry from antique and vintage bits and baubles, and keep the history of these things moving forward, hopefully to be passed on to the next generation.
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Lianne: There are so many wonderful and talented people on Etsy, but I currently do most of my shopping in the Vintage and Antique section.
Gabrielle: A big thank you to Lianne for taking the time to do this interview! Now here are a few of my favorites from her shop!
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Eveldas Neverland, an absolute must visit while browsing Etsy!
I have decided to start featuring sellers on my blog because there are so many wonderful shops on Etsy that deserve more publicity.
My first is EveldasNeverland, http://www.eveldasneverland.etsy.com/ Evelda has a tantalizing, array of knitted and crocheted capelets, scarves, tops, necklaces and such, that make you want to pray for winter. They all have their own twists yet they have a cohesiveness so that if you saw one on the front page of etsy you would say that's Evelda! She resides in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, her items have been featured on the front page numerous times and I think it's just about time they make her the featured seller on the front page. Evelda was kind enough to take the time to answer all of my questions and she did a wonderful job. Here's a sneak peak at her work before we get started :) 
We did this interview style so here's how it went!
Please go and see for yourself the Neverland Evelda has created at http://www.eveldasneverland.etsy.com/
We did this interview style so here's how it went!
Short bio:
Evelda:
It was my mom who taught my to knit when I was a little girl and I could finally make dresses for my dolls on my own! Then there was a time for making creations for family, friends, and myself and even though it never occurred to my that I could go beyond that, it must have been stronger than I had expected because here I am! I love to make things from scratch. I'm always thrilled when I have knitting needles or a crochet and some gorgeous yarn in hand and I don't know where I will end up with it.
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Evelda:Ideas keep attacking me from all around! I just can't chase them away :) Seriously though, nature is always a great inspiration with its unique shapes and simple beauty, as well as ancient cultures like native American, pre-Columbus or Celtic.
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Evelda: At the moment I am a full-time mom. I spend a very joyful time with my baby daughter.
Evelda:
It was my mom who taught my to knit when I was a little girl and I could finally make dresses for my dolls on my own! Then there was a time for making creations for family, friends, and myself and even though it never occurred to my that I could go beyond that, it must have been stronger than I had expected because here I am! I love to make things from scratch. I'm always thrilled when I have knitting needles or a crochet and some gorgeous yarn in hand and I don't know where I will end up with it.
Gabrielle: Where do you get your inspiration from?
Evelda:Ideas keep attacking me from all around! I just can't chase them away :) Seriously though, nature is always a great inspiration with its unique shapes and simple beauty, as well as ancient cultures like native American, pre-Columbus or Celtic.
Gabrielle: Do you have a job outside of Etsy?
Evelda: At the moment I am a full-time mom. I spend a very joyful time with my baby daughter.
Gabrielle: How did you come into your profession?
Evelda: Maternity which is a nice break from my regular job has inspired me to rediscover knitting and crocheting which I haven't done for quite a while. It's been a great sentimental journey for me!
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Evelda:Oh, absolutely not. I had so many ideas for my future job, from being a model to being a doctor, but I never imagined that I would be designing fashion one day. It's a real thrill and I am passionate about what I'm doing!
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Evelda: Coffee is always great, no matter of time of the day :)
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Evelda: Each new item that I have just finished becomes my favourite. They are all designed to bring joy to their potential new owners. I always put a lot of passion and creative joy into making them and I hope they would be used with the same joy. If I were to choose just one, I'd probably go with my Forest Nymph capelet.
Evelda: Maternity which is a nice break from my regular job has inspired me to rediscover knitting and crocheting which I haven't done for quite a while. It's been a great sentimental journey for me!
Gabrielle: Is this what you imagined you would be when you grew up? If not, what did you want to be when you were little?
Evelda:Oh, absolutely not. I had so many ideas for my future job, from being a model to being a doctor, but I never imagined that I would be designing fashion one day. It's a real thrill and I am passionate about what I'm doing!
Gabrielle: What's your favorite snack/drink to keep you going during a long day?
Evelda: Coffee is always great, no matter of time of the day :)
Gabrielle: What is your favorite item in your shop?
Evelda: Each new item that I have just finished becomes my favourite. They are all designed to bring joy to their potential new owners. I always put a lot of passion and creative joy into making them and I hope they would be used with the same joy. If I were to choose just one, I'd probably go with my Forest Nymph capelet.
Gabrielle: How did you get the idea for your favorite item?
Evelda: I am surrounded by forests and this leafy pattern is one my favourtes at the moment (next to always classic cables), so the idea was just round the corner.
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live and money wasn't an option where would it be?
Evelda: Southern Europe - Provence for example, or... New Zealand is one of those countries I always wanted to go.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Evelda: I prefer not to think about it :)
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God?
Evelda: Yes. I understand God as pure Love and Goodness no matter of how people call Him. Faith gives me mental strength even in the most difficult situations.
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Evelda: I believe so! I put so much energy and passion into it that I'm sure a big part of me is visible in my work.
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Evelda: Yes :). I like to look at the pictures of things that got sold and I like to imagine how they live their new life. It's a thrill!
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Evelda: Etsy is such a amazing jungle full of treasures and every day you can find something new and fresh. I just love to browse through all the categories and to admire this unlimited creativity which you can't find anywhere else located in just one place.
Evelda: I am surrounded by forests and this leafy pattern is one my favourtes at the moment (next to always classic cables), so the idea was just round the corner.
Gabrielle: If there was one place you could live and money wasn't an option where would it be?
Evelda: Southern Europe - Provence for example, or... New Zealand is one of those countries I always wanted to go.
Gabrielle: If you had a million dollars how would you spend it?
Evelda: I prefer not to think about it :)
Gabrielle: Do you believe in God?
Evelda: Yes. I understand God as pure Love and Goodness no matter of how people call Him. Faith gives me mental strength even in the most difficult situations.
Gabrielle: Do you feel like a part of you is visible in all of your work?
Evelda: I believe so! I put so much energy and passion into it that I'm sure a big part of me is visible in my work.
Gabrielle: Do you miss items when they sell?
Evelda: Yes :). I like to look at the pictures of things that got sold and I like to imagine how they live their new life. It's a thrill!
Gabrielle: Where is your favorite place to shop on Etsy?
Evelda: Etsy is such a amazing jungle full of treasures and every day you can find something new and fresh. I just love to browse through all the categories and to admire this unlimited creativity which you can't find anywhere else located in just one place.
I must say Evelda is a very pleasant person. I very much enjoyed reading her answers, they seemed very genuine and well thought out, she has definitely gained a fan! Now here are a few of my favorites from her shop.
Please go and see for yourself the Neverland Evelda has created at http://www.eveldasneverland.etsy.com/
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Angela's dresses are all done!
To see the story from Angela's end go to the 365 Blog link on the website!
If you would like to buy one of these dresses please make your way to http://www.ikvothamashiach70.etsy.com/ You can custom order your very own with out the logo of course, that belongs to Angela!
If you would like to buy one of these dresses please make your way to http://www.ikvothamashiach70.etsy.com/ You can custom order your very own with out the logo of course, that belongs to Angela!
Monday, July 13, 2009
I WAS ON THE FRONT PAGE OF ETSY!!!!!!
WOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO! I made it to the front page with my London Sky Silk Grecian Inspired skirt!!!!
Go here to see it: www.craftcult.com/vault_list.php?list=3574&fm=&esn=&m=7&d=&st=1&pagenum=1&ls=O
I'd like to say a special thank you to God and the etsy admins!!!
Go here to see it: www.craftcult.com/vault_list.php?list=3574&fm=&esn=&m=7&d=&st=1&pagenum=1&ls=O
I'd like to say a special thank you to God and the etsy admins!!!
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
I made a dress form!
Yes it's true, I hand sculpted a dress form, out of styrofoam! Where did I get a block of styrofoam you ask? Well my wonderful husband shapes kayaks out of styrofoam, then he fiberglasses them, tests them out in the water and then fiberglasses over the fiberglass and makes a mold to make other kayaks! So I basically did the same thing with a dress form. I shaped it and I will fiberglass it and then fiberglass over it to make a mold, to make many dress forms. Then I cover it in cotton batting to make it tackable or pin-able, and from there I cover it with any fabric you would like, I suggest cotton jersey. They are on sale at my store http://www.ikvothamashiach70.etsy.com/ ! SO you can have a completely handmade dress form, jewelry display or whatever you want to use it for! I can also custom shape you one in the specific sizes you want. They can also come with a stand, wooden or plastic, for an extra $30!
Friday, July 3, 2009
London Sky Silk Grecian inspired Skirt
Wear it in a variety of ways, to various events where you want to look stunning!
More silk to come! Check back often :)
Monday, June 29, 2009
Check out my treasury on Etsy! Expires Wednesday 7/1/09
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=67620
It's full of some of the beautiful things on etsy! Thank you for stopping by, back to dress detail for me! Just keep sewing, sewing sewing......
It's full of some of the beautiful things on etsy! Thank you for stopping by, back to dress detail for me! Just keep sewing, sewing sewing......
Friday, June 26, 2009
The 2 stores are becoming ONE!
Yes it's true, yapa and ikvothamashiach70 are merging. It's going to be a bigger store, with lots of lovely pieces! Everything from one of a kinds to custom orders only, to whatever my little heart desires to make! SO if you want to see the main collection of designs by Gabrielle Knight please make your way to http://www.ikvothamashiach70.etsy.com/ Thank you everyone, and I hope to see you there!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
New tshirts and paint!
So I'm starting to use fabric paint on tshirts! I love painting, it's one of the few things I don't mind doing for hours and hours. I'm really excited about this because I'm going to be doing a line of tshirts with fabric paints, upcycled remnant pieces and whatever else I can find :) The material I used for these tshirts is cotton jersey. I did not paint on the jailhouse sailor tee but it is part of the line of tshirts. Both of these shirts are on sale at http://www.yapaclothing.etsy.com/ . I also designed and made a beautiful silk skirt today. It has a jaquard print, which is actually woven into the silk, it's very subtle but beautiful. I will have pictures of that later, hopefully tomorrow.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
It's late but you all have to see this dress on a live person!
These are the pictures of the dress on the new owner Angela Lussier! She actually got two dresses today and she helped with the design process on the magenta and white one with the white rosette! She looks terrific in her new dresses! These dresses are intended to promote her business and that is why you see the words 365 degrees on the neck. I did block printing, and basically created a stamp and that is what came out! You can custom order your own now in the same fabric or in different colors. I can also make it in any size! The dress can basically be modified to fit you and your personal style. It will not have the words 365 degrees on it, the collar will be plain unless you would like some sort of stamp as well :) Go to http://www.yapaclothing.etsy.com/ to order your own dress!
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
One dress down, FIVE to go!
This is one dress out of the five I am doing for Angela Lussier, a pro career consultant. It is made with tina givens fabric and when they are all done they will have her logo on them. This particular one will have the logo on the neck. I am doing block printing, which involves carving out a linoleum block, (logo is in reverse) and near hand mutilation experiences :) I took a small chunk out of one of my fingers. No worries though, it only bled a little bit. One of the pictures is the linoleum block, check it out! I also did a test run on some scrap fabric as you can see in the picture. I do custom orders, so if you or any women you know, need some custom business attire or just some awesome casual/career/dressy clothing, contact me at my shop. http://www.yapaclothing.etsy.com
Friday, June 12, 2009
Free SHIPPING for first 10 customers at YAPA!
I'm offering free shipping to the first 10 customers at www.yapaclothing.etsy.com and free shipping on orders over $50 at www.ikvothamashiach70.etsy.com It's free shipping week at my stores! Also I just have to mention this jewelry I found on etsy it's fantastic, you should check it out at www.amzjewellerydesigns.etsy.com She does fantastic work, very classy!
On another note: It's been a very busy week for me. I fitted Angela Lussier yesterday for the 5 dresses I'm making her. It went very well! The pre dresses fit great! I was very pleased. Now all I'm waiting on is some fabric and I'm going to get started on the real ones! WOOHOOOOOO! They are going to look fantastic and they will be custom orderable for other customers who like them. All of them will be cut on the bias!!! They're going to fit awesome! I will put pictures up when I am finished!!!!!!! Stay tuned.....
On another note: It's been a very busy week for me. I fitted Angela Lussier yesterday for the 5 dresses I'm making her. It went very well! The pre dresses fit great! I was very pleased. Now all I'm waiting on is some fabric and I'm going to get started on the real ones! WOOHOOOOOO! They are going to look fantastic and they will be custom orderable for other customers who like them. All of them will be cut on the bias!!! They're going to fit awesome! I will put pictures up when I am finished!!!!!!! Stay tuned.....
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Morning Hike! And A Bias Cut Dress!
I just got back from a beautiful hike in a south kingston forest! It was a three mile hike and I spotted a rare lady slipper and a lone deer. I was inspired by the magical look it had. It was a bit misty, the sky was covered with clouds and it made the forest a bit dark. Everything was still wet and dewey. The trees were enormous and their trunks were all black because the were wet. OH and marsh ferns, everywhere. They made it look almost tropical the way they were covering every inch of ground at some points. We have had so much rain in the past few weeks, that everything is just green and plush. It was great to get out and get some fresh air, what a perfect day for it, because it was cool and there weren't too many mosquitos out.
On another note: Yesterday I made bias cut dress! It's actually just a pre dress but I must say it's absolutely fantastic the way it hugs the body. For those of you who don't know what a bias cut dress is here is a description:
A bias cut garment is cut “on the bias,” which essentially means diagonally. Because they are cut diagonally, bias cut garments have a very different look from ordinary garments, even when the same basic pattern or shape is used. Bias cut garments tend to cling to a woman’s curves more than clothing that is cut normally. Many women love the delicate, graceful flow of a finely made bias cut skirt or dress.
SO there is your little lesson for the day! Some of the most beautiful and best fitting dresses are bias cut, and you will find that there is nothing else like a nice fitting bias cut garment. They do require more fabric which means more money but, if you want it to fit like a dream, it's worth the little extra.
I should have a picture of this by tomorrow!
On another note: Yesterday I made bias cut dress! It's actually just a pre dress but I must say it's absolutely fantastic the way it hugs the body. For those of you who don't know what a bias cut dress is here is a description:
A bias cut garment is cut “on the bias,” which essentially means diagonally. Because they are cut diagonally, bias cut garments have a very different look from ordinary garments, even when the same basic pattern or shape is used. Bias cut garments tend to cling to a woman’s curves more than clothing that is cut normally. Many women love the delicate, graceful flow of a finely made bias cut skirt or dress.
SO there is your little lesson for the day! Some of the most beautiful and best fitting dresses are bias cut, and you will find that there is nothing else like a nice fitting bias cut garment. They do require more fabric which means more money but, if you want it to fit like a dream, it's worth the little extra.
I should have a picture of this by tomorrow!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Silk Trench Coats and Satin tunics!
Well, I've been quite busy the last few days, sewing, sewing and sewing! I got a lot done here are some beautiful new things that will be on sale shortly. I do have to put the finishing touches on of course. They are both beautifully made with french seams and all the couture trappings :) Thank you for visiting! Go to http://www.yapaclothing.etsy.com/ to purchase!
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