Today we welcome Deborah from Two Cheeky Monkeys! Deb is an Aussie with a love of shiny things, just like me. She makes a range of beautiful jewellery, and you’ve got a chance to score a piece of it for yourself today!
Where do you live?
In the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia
Where do you do your work?
I create from home (when my kids are asleep).
What’s your favourite place in the world, and why?
Don’t know if I could choose just one favourite. I was born in Singapore so I love going back to visit. I also love the beauty of the Tasmanian landscape.
Tell us a little bit more about yourself! Your ‘day job’ or business, family, hobbies…
I am married to a wonderful maths/engineering/computer geek and my day job is currently taking care of our two energetic little girls (aka the two cheeky monkeys). I used to work in research science (genetics) so I still have a keen interest in all things science-y. My hobbies include jewellery making, sewing, paper crafting and running/jogging. I also love music; I play the piano once a month at my church and spend a lot of my time singing silly made up songs to my girls, LOL.
What did you want to be ‘when you grew up’?
When I was very small I wanted to be a teacher, then I wanted to be a lawyer or musician. And then I decided I just HAD to be a geneticist, which I sort of got to be before my kids were born.
How did you first get into your craft/art?
My mum is rather arty, having majored in creative arts at school. She was the one who taught me to sew and knit. I am a big fan of jewellery so I taught myself to make jewellery too from craft/beading books and online tutorials when I was in my teens.
What do you make?
I make beaded jewellery and accessories with a leaning towards a vintage look.
What are you most proud of making?
Hmmm, this is a tough question too. Possibly the Tabitha Necklace. The idea was floating around in my head for about a month before I finally put it together. I really wanted to keep this one!
What do you like the most/least about selling your wares online?
I love the generally wonderful online community I have discovered while selling online! I also love how international such a community is, I am in contact with people from Australia, Nth America, Asia and Europe! What I like least about selling online is the amount of time I spend taking photographs of my work. I am not the best photographer around…
It drives me crazy when…
I have to wait or slow down.
What’s your favourite word?
Magnanimous (he he).
Find Deb Online!
Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/dspdavey
Blog: http://twocheekymonkeysdesigns.blogspot.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/dspdavey
Big Cartel Store: http://twocheekymonkeys.bigcartel.com/
Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/twocheekymonkeys/
Zibbet Store: http://www.zibbet.com/twocheekymonkeys
Deb is giving away this lovely freshwater pearl necklace – and she’s happy to ship internationally – yay!
To Enter:
1. Visit Two Cheeky Monkeys 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 Thursday night, the 6th of May, at 12pm 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 was Kimberly – congrats!
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Deb I love this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/44962793/lorelei-bobby-pin-set-pink-rose-on-brass. Anything to do with hair and I love it!
I just tweeted and am a follower 🙂
Loads of good stuff in Deb’s shop! I LOVE the hair sticks – I haven’t a clue how to put them in (wonder if they come with instructions?!) but they look beautiful. I’m off to twitter about the giveaway right now….
.-= Julie Riisnaes´s last blog ..Mondrian Style Silk Painted Bow Tie by Julie Riisnaeas =-.
Margarita – Swarovski Pearl and Ribbon Necklace (Silver Grey)
I am in love with the Guinevere Bracelet. http://www.etsy.com/listing/36680253/guinevere-bracelet-swarovski-crystal-and
I also Tweeted about the giveaway.
Lots of beautiful pieces in your store, Deb!
1. I like the mystique turquoise necklace because of the color of the turquoise is beautiful .
http://www.etsy.com/listing/39806551/mystique-turquoise-picasso-bar-necklace
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I also like the story about her and her husband who is into computer which is what my hubby likes too . Very cute !
I now follow this site epheriell designs and subscribed through e/mail .
thank you
Loving the Tainted Love – Ruby Swarovski Crystal Necklace for the bold color and rocking name! Happy Friday!
I so love the Icicle Necklace (Wire Wrapped Swarovski Crystal), its gorgeous.
I like the Sea Breeze – Teal Bar Necklace
I am current follower
Lyudmila
I blogged about giveaway here
http://ludmilochka.blogspot.com/2010/04/artisan-feature-and-giveaway-ends-605.html
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I really like the Eveylyn ring – very pretty.
Enter me please! My favorite item is: English Rose Bracelet (Freshwater Pearls)
I’m a new follower from Spain via google.
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/fisiwoman/statuses/13131567864
Post it on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000825276857&v=wall&story_fbid=113176212053842&ref=mf
I like the mystique turquoise necklace because of the color of the turquoise is beautiful .
http://www.etsy.com/listing/39806551/mystique-turquoise-picasso-bar-necklace
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My favorite is: http://www.etsy.com/listing/41877443/filigree-fun-watch-necklace
so cool!
I LOVE the vintage art prints, but also enjoy the Diversity Lariat – Swarovski Briolette and Glass Pearls. Gorgeous!
I adore the Pink Pearls Hair Sticks!
Love the Walk Through the Woods Necklace!!!
I love the Eggplant Beauty necklace
I like the Eggplant Beauty – Pearl and Vintage Cabochon Necklace.
Love the Annabelle – Pink Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Necklace
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I love the All That Glitters Necklace (Wire Wrapped Swarovski Crystal).
I like the Charming Red Bracelet.
My favorite is the Something Old, Something New – Freshwater Pearl and Vintage Cab Necklace
I love the english rose bracelet it’s lovely.Thanks fingers crossed. Marian
Thanks for the lovely write up and feature Jess! And thank you to everyone who has entered the giveaway so far!
.-= Deb (Two Cheeky Monkeys)´s last blog ..Scissors – Vintage Art Print =-.
I love this of Debs. Very vintage and love the colours. http://www.etsy.com/listing/30008028/walk-through-the-woods-necklace-sale.
.-= Vicki´s last blog ..Giveaway time – Lovely Ruffled Scarf =-.
I already follow your blog Jess. 🙂
.-= vicki´s last blog ..Giveaway time – Lovely Ruffled Scarf =-.
i looove the sissors vintage art print! that would look great haning on the wall!
My favorite item besides the giveaway necklace is the Philipa Moonstone and Brass Earrings. So pretty!
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I’m following this site! 🙂
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Love the “Jacinta Ear Studs (Vintage Rose Cabochon)”
I love the “Sea Breeze – Teal Bar Necklace”! Thank you for this opportunity 🙂
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.-= Samy´s last blog ..I’m half asleep right now 🙂 =-.
I follow Epheriell Designs!
.-= Samy´s last blog ..I’m half asleep right now 🙂 =-.
The Lisanne Earrings are my favorite, you could wear them with so much!
Thanks for the giveaway!
I’ve just tweeted about this great giveaway. My Twitter name is @nicolegrant
I love the Tainted Love – Ruby Crystal Necklace. Great colours!
I really like the Mothers Day Bobby Pin Set. I would like to recieve these this Mothers Day.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/44962786/mothers-day-bobby-pin-set-chrysanthemum
Im subscribed via email 🙂
I Love Cordelia – Czech Glass Earrings
I love the Mireille Earrings.
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All of the jewelry is beautiful! I love the Pearl Cluster Lariat.
I am a new follower!
I like the Saskia Necklace (Pearl and Feather)
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My favorite item would have to be the Saskia Necklace (Pearl and Feather), just classic and very elegant. c:
I love the Filigree Fun Watch Necklace.
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I’m a new follower and I’m glad I found your site – gorgeous pieces
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