by Jess | Aug 9, 2012 | Crafty Biz
{image via The Maven Circle} As freaking AWESOME as working for yourself is – being in control of your work, being able to follow your passions, not having a boss telling you what to spend your time on, etc – it has its own set of challenges. For me, those...
by Jess | Aug 7, 2012 | epheriell, Fashion, Handmade
I love days when inspiration hits! Today was one of those days, and I managed to make two new designs while filling orders. I’ve been wanting to introduce more minimalist designs to the Epheriell range for a while now, so hopefully this is the beginning of a...
by Jess | Aug 7, 2012 | DIY, Handmade
Last Wednesday I continued my try-new-crafts odyssey with an hour long introduction to screenprinting class, hosted by in.cub8r in the Valley. I didn’t mention the workshop space last week – it’s a currently vacant shop on Brunswick St, just 2 doors...
by Jess | Aug 6, 2012 | Fashion, Handmade
I have to admit, I am definitely experiencing some jeweller envy over this week’s featured designer. Lorena from gemagenta makes some stunning pieces from sterling silver – I’m especially fond of her sterling silver gemstone designs, like the ring...
by Jess | Aug 3, 2012 | DIY, Guest Posts, Handmade
I laughed when I saw the title of this month’s first post from August’s Special Guest Blogger Mallory Paige. Being that the ‘put a bird on it’ skit from Portlandia has become somewhat of a legend in crafty circles, it made me realise that...
