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Artisan Feature and Giveaway – What Once Was…

by | Jun 4, 2010 | Giveaways, Uncategorized | 88 comments

This week we welcome Lianne Donald from What Once Was as our featured artisan!

Where do you live?

Lebanon, Indiana. Just north of Indianapolis, out in the country in a farmhouse built in 1896.

Where do you do your work?

In a wonderful room with windows overlooking a pasture!

What’s your favourite place in the world, and why?

Home— I love where I live!

Tell us a little bit more about yourself! Your ‘day job’ or business, family, hobbies…

I work full time as a Registered Nurse in a hospital in Indianapolis. I LOVE my chosen profession. I have three children, all teachers!! I was fortunate to be able to move away from the city to peace and quiet about 5 years ago. I love being out in the middle of nowhere—it’s so quiet and very relaxing! I am also very sarcastic and have a quick wit!

What did you want to be ‘when you grew up’?

A veterinarian!

How did you first get into your craft/art?

I started by making sterling and gemstone bracelets. They sold very well, but I became bored making them. I love antiques and being creative, so I combined the two and started creating OOAK jewelry using antique and vintage components. I love the fact that my creations are unique! It keeps me from getting bored.

What are you most proud of making?

I love everything I make!! I really like the challenge of combining different antique bits and baubles and coming up with a wonderfully unique piece. I only wish I knew the history of some of the pieces I use. Oh, the stories they could tell!! I love the feeling that in some small way, I am preserving little pieces of history.

What do you like the most/least about selling your wares online?

Good question! I like the fact that I can show the world what I create—but it’s a big world, so it’s hard to get noticed!

I love…

My kids, gardening, warm weather, sunshine, animals, primitive antiques, reading and making jewelry! I also love being a Registered Nurse!

It drives me crazy when…

I have a design idea and it doesn’t work the way I thought it would!!

What’s your favourite word?

Facetious

If you could sum yourself or your work up in one sentence, it would say…

I enjoy the simple things in life and I’m pretty low key, but I’m also very tenacious and will keep trying something until I get it right!

Find Lianne Online!

Shop: WhatOnceWas.Etsy.com

Twitter: twitter.com/whatoncewas

Facebook Page: facebook.com/whatoncewas

Because all of Lianne’s jewelry is OOAK, today she’s offering a $20.00 voucher to be used toward the purchase of your choice. And yes, this giveaway is open worldwide!! Yay!

To Enter:

1. Visit What Once Was and come back here leaving a comment about your favourite piece from the store.

2. For additional entries, leave a comment saying that you: followed or subscribed to Epheriell Designs (or already do); have twittered about the givewaway; have shared the giveaway with friends on Facebook, or; you have written a blog post about it.

3. Entries close next Friday, the 11th of June, at midday Australian EST.

The winner will be chosen via Random.org

Remember to leave me a way of contacting you.. and Good Luck!

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The winner of last week’s giveaway is Sash – congrats!

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  3. Di
    Di on June 4, 2010 at 7:18 pm

    I love the Earth Tones Vintage Bead Bracelet. I just think the earthy colours are gorgeous and love the design of the piece!

  6. Katrina
    Katrina on June 4, 2010 at 10:17 pm

    Liked your etsy article!

    I also liked the necklace “here comes the sun”…it reminds me of one of my favorite songs!

    …and i tweeted:
    KatPolkaDot “Artisan Feature and Giveaway – What Once Was… » Epheriell Designs” – http://bit.ly/d1M8v1 via @Apture

    Thanks!

  8. carmel renehan
    carmel renehan on June 4, 2010 at 10:47 pm

    Great feature Jess 🙂
    I love Cotton Candy-the cameo is amazing.

  9. Diana
    Diana on June 5, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I like chic and romantic jewelry and the Music To Your Ears earrings are so light and perfect. Love them.

  10. Leigh
    Leigh on June 5, 2010 at 12:11 am

    my favorite is the Glamorous Whimsey earrings! I have a black dress they would look awesome with!!

  11. Sharon
    Sharon on June 5, 2010 at 12:18 am

    Loving the New Growth earrings and all the shades of green! Happy Friday 🙂
    .-= Sharon´s last blog ..Everyone’s growing up! =-.

  12. Amber G
    Amber G on June 5, 2010 at 12:46 am

    I love the Sail Away necklace!

  13. Amber G
    Amber G on June 5, 2010 at 12:46 am

    I follow your blog with google friend connect!

  16. Sonia
    Sonia on June 5, 2010 at 1:46 am

    My favourite piece are Music to your ears earrings

  17. jenn
    jenn on June 5, 2010 at 1:54 am

    I love the
    The Lesson — An Antique French Art Medal 🙂

  18. Sarah M
    Sarah M on June 5, 2010 at 2:02 am

    I love the By The Sapphire Blue Sea necklace!!!

  19. Sarah M
    Sarah M on June 5, 2010 at 2:02 am

    I am a follower

  20. jenn
    jenn on June 5, 2010 at 2:08 am

    I subscribe too 😉

  21. Kelly
    Kelly on June 5, 2010 at 3:06 am

    I LOVE the “Unlock my heart” piece. Your jewelry is so creative, I love it. I would love to win something! 🙂 I am going to add your store to my favorites list from Etsy because I plan on buying a friend a necklace like yours for her birthday in August. LOVE it. You can contact me on my website by leaving a comment if I win, that would be amazing!
    .-= Kelly´s last blog ..Potty Training Boot Camp? =-.

  22. Kristen
    Kristen on June 5, 2010 at 3:39 am

    I like the Wisteria earrings.

  23. Heather
    Heather on June 5, 2010 at 3:52 am

    I love the stunning Victorian Brooch Necklace.

  24. Jessica J
    Jessica J on June 5, 2010 at 7:47 am

    I love the Wings to Fly charm necklace!
    ms.johnsonmahs at gmail dot com

  25. Ada
    Ada on June 5, 2010 at 8:28 am

    Beautiful shop, it’s hard to choose! I pick Every Little Kiss earrings.
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  26. Julia
    Julia on June 5, 2010 at 8:56 am

    I love the In Bloom bracelet and the New Growth earrings, great combo.

  27. Donna Warrington
    Donna Warrington on June 5, 2010 at 9:48 am

    I love all the pieces but the one I love the most is Wings to Fly A Vintage Assemblage Charm Necklace

    Donna

  28. Donna Warrington
    Donna Warrington on June 5, 2010 at 9:49 am

    I follow and subscribe to Epheriell Designs

    Donna

  29. Cynthia
    Cynthia on June 5, 2010 at 9:51 am

    My favorite design is the Pink Pinwheel. I love pink and gold dangly earrings!

  30. Cynthia
    Cynthia on June 5, 2010 at 9:52 am

    I follow epheriell designs!

  31. Cynthia
    Cynthia on June 5, 2010 at 9:54 am

    i subscribe to epheriell designs

  37. Maz
    Maz on June 5, 2010 at 2:20 pm

    Music to your ears is so pretty

  40. jc
    jc on June 5, 2010 at 4:41 pm

    I like the Music To The Ears earrings, ideal for a music lover like me! Thanks for the giveaway.

  41. jc
    jc on June 5, 2010 at 4:41 pm

    GFC follower, thank you.

  42. Shelley C
    Shelley C on June 5, 2010 at 11:20 pm

    THe Stunning Victorian Brooch necklace is just that; STUNNING.
    freeindeed at myfairpoint dot net

  44. Chani
    Chani on June 6, 2010 at 7:35 am

    “Sail away” is so special! I love vintage jewelry!

  49. Rose
    Rose on June 7, 2010 at 4:24 pm

    What a cute shop! I really like the green beads used in the In Bloom bracelete. ambrerose(!at)aol(dot)com

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