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Designs by Cathy – Artisan Feature and Giveaway

by | Sep 28, 2009 | Giveaways | 70 comments

Welcome to the weekly Feature and Giveaway! Every Monday, we’ll be featuring a lovely craftsperson, artist, or  artisan – and every week you’ll have the chance to win something from their shop!

This week we welcome Cathy, from Designs by Cathy – maker of gorgeous personalized jewellery…

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Where do you live?

I live outside of Dallas in Plano TX.

il_430xN.83863058Where do you do your work?

During the day I work at the US head quarters for 7-Eleven, Inc as a Product Information Manager in the Merchandising Business Systems Dept…whew!

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

Costa Rica- I love the natural state of the country.  It is peaceful, beautiful and the people are great. If I was to win the lotto I would have to move there, or at least buy a place there so I could visit often.

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

My day job is hectic…we are moving to a new business model which has been in development for about 2-years and we are getting to the point of roll-out…I’m so glad I have a hobby that I love to help me unwind.  Also, in May I became a grandmother to the sweetest boy ever.  They don’t live far so I get to see him several times a week and every weekend…You can’t miss a week because they grow so much!

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

I wanted to be a designer…and I was thinking the other day what was it that made me change to business…I can’t recall…but I do wish I was a designer full time.  I tell my boys all the time- choose your path wisely as every decision you make counts…

il_430xN.87979764How did you first get into your craft/art?

I would say I come from a family of artist so it came naturally.  As a small child my parents would buy me creative toys for Christmas.  I would wait up and find – paints, easel, sewing machine, Tandy leather kits, you name and I made it as a small child.  I really love them for that..

What do you make?

For Designsbycathy.etsy.com I make Jewerly that tells a story…your story…everyone has one…LOL  Mixed metal personalized jewelry.

What are you most proud of making?

The “We loved you the moment we saw you” piece for my new grandson.  It has so many charms on that necklace..my daughter-in-law wears it almost every day…

il_430xN.84049539What do you like the most/least about selling your wares online?

Well….sometimes I make mistakes and I think that people may wonder who they are dealing with since there is no personal connection…

I love…

my family more than anything.

It drives me crazy when…

people can’t make up their mind…make a plan and stick to it!  If you need to change it, then change it…but have a plan.

What’s your favourite word?

Hudson…my grandson

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

Express yourself…smile, I do!

Visit Cathy Online!

Shop:  designsbycathy.etsy.com

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Cathy is giving away a $20 gift voucher to be spent in her lovely shop – and it’s open to all to enter!!

To Enter:

1. Visit Designs by Cathy, 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 Sunday night, the 4th of October, at 12pm Australian EST. Winners are announced the next day as part of next week’s Feature and Giveaway post.

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

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The winner of last week’s giveaway – Deb D!

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  1. Julie L
    Julie L on September 28, 2009 at 12:36 pm

    All her jewelry is amazing! But if I had to pick just one piece to totally drool over, it would be the “Do not go where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” sterling silver charm necklace !

  3. Kirsty
    Kirsty on September 28, 2009 at 5:19 pm

    I agree, it’s so difficult to chose just one. However, I think the XOXO Family Charmer was possibly my favourite.
    .-= Kirsty´s last blog ..Adventures with resin =-.

  5. Danielle
    Danielle on September 28, 2009 at 11:02 pm

    It’s so hard to pick a favorite! I really like the If MUSIC be the food of love..play on- Shakespeare sterling silver handstamped charm necklace, though.

    Everything is so beautiful!

  7. Kathy M
    Kathy M on September 29, 2009 at 10:15 am

    I’m loving Beach girl dreamer… I live a bit further from the beach than I’d like so reminders are good.

  8. Kathy M
    Kathy M on September 29, 2009 at 10:23 am

    I have retweeted on @peacekam and subscribed

  11. Tina Renee
    Tina Renee on September 29, 2009 at 7:16 pm

    I am smitten with the LOVE YOU TO THE MOON & BACK Silver charm Necklace.

  12. Tina Renee
    Tina Renee on September 29, 2009 at 7:18 pm

    I am subscribed to Epheriell Designs via email.
    treneebarker(at)hotmail……

  13. Tina Renee
    Tina Renee on September 29, 2009 at 7:20 pm

    following via Google Friend Connect – Tina Barker

  15. Diana A.
    Diana A. on September 30, 2009 at 12:13 am

    Love you to the MOON and BACK sterling silver charm necklace is my all time favorite from the store. It’s absolutely gorgeous.

  16. Aik
    Aik on September 30, 2009 at 1:09 am

    I love the My Deepest LOVES- sterling silver birthstone charm necklace.
    .-= Aik´s last blog ..Let’s Make A Deal! =-.

  17. Tammy Kowalcztk
    Tammy Kowalcztk on September 30, 2009 at 1:09 am

    I had a hard time just picking one. I have to say though, I love the Your Words necklace. I now am following and tweeted. You also gave me a great blog post for this week. Thanks,Tammy @ StitchnStudio
    http://www.stitchnstudio.blogspot.com

  19. Lin J.
    Lin J. on September 30, 2009 at 2:49 am

    Love them ALL! ok, ok….PEACE MAN. Sterling silver peace sign with handstamped peace charm neckace

  21. Lin J.
    Lin J. on September 30, 2009 at 3:17 am

    what a GREAT website that is! I encourage everyone to shop around it. As an artist, I LOVE to be able to support fellow artists! :

  22. Nova
    Nova on September 30, 2009 at 3:18 am

    The My Star Necklace!

  24. egater
    egater on September 30, 2009 at 5:12 am

    I love Follow my FOOTPRINTs Fine /pure Silver handstamped charm with birthstone and sterling crowned pearl

  25. egater
    egater on September 30, 2009 at 5:12 am

    I follow this blog 🙂

  26. jenn
    jenn on September 30, 2009 at 9:42 am

    I like the
    When were you ESTABLISHED. Handstamped solid copper necklace 🙂

  27. Reyna
    Reyna on September 30, 2009 at 1:22 pm

    I love, love, love the Key to my Heart- Sterling silver charm necklace!! And I have the perfect outfit to wear it with, that I am currently sewing!!
    .-= Reyna´s last blog ..Review: Flowerz In Her Hair =-.

  28. Reyna
    Reyna on September 30, 2009 at 1:23 pm

    I follow your blog!

  32. Shelly
    Shelly on September 30, 2009 at 3:15 pm

    My favorite piece A charm for EVERYONE. Personalized sterling silver charm adorned on a black hip steel wire. The word Peace is stamped on this piece.

  35. amanda
    amanda on September 30, 2009 at 3:40 pm

    i love both the shakespeare quote and the “tell your story” pendants! lovely, lovely shop!

    amiddleton85
    gmail

  36. Teresa
    Teresa on September 30, 2009 at 3:59 pm

    I love the your words… I think your work is so cool! I would love one!

  37. Teresa
    Teresa on September 30, 2009 at 4:00 pm

    I am following your blog for sure.

  39. Ladytink_534
    Ladytink_534 on September 30, 2009 at 4:59 pm

    I’m a follower

  40. G Kom
    G Kom on September 30, 2009 at 6:22 pm

    I love all the” love you to the moon an back” pieces. So sweet!

  41. Patti Bright
    Patti Bright on September 30, 2009 at 8:25 pm

    I love the my little stars necklace & the love you to the moon & back necklace.
    plb8156@aol.com

  43. Raine Wheeler
    Raine Wheeler on October 1, 2009 at 1:29 am

    I love your Really Loved necklace.
    Thanks,
    Raine Wheeler
    lorrainehickswheeler at gmail dot com

  44. Raine Wheeler
    Raine Wheeler on October 1, 2009 at 1:29 am

    I tweeted!
    Raine Wheeler
    lorrainehickswheeler at gmail dot com

  45. Raine Wheeler
    Raine Wheeler on October 1, 2009 at 1:30 am

    I shared on Facebook
    Raine Wheeler
    lorrainehickswheeler at gmail dot com

  47. mim
    mim on October 1, 2009 at 1:53 am

    i love the I CARRY your HEART in mine mixed metal charm necklace– it’s one of my fave poems!

  48. Piroska B
    Piroska B on October 1, 2009 at 2:29 am

    My fave: “I Love you to the Moon and Back” necklace.
    Lovely stuff!
    :o)
    pippirose59 at gmail dot com

  49. MelodyJ
    MelodyJ on October 1, 2009 at 2:36 am

    I like My Star Necklace. There are so many great things on that site.
    melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

  50. Jaime
    Jaime on October 1, 2009 at 9:57 am

    my fav piece is the COPPERLIOUS. Simple yet cute handstamped solid copper necklace

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