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Two Cheeky Monkeys – Artisan Feature and Giveaway

by | Apr 30, 2010 | Esty Sellers, Giveaways, Handmade | 148 comments

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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  1. clenna
    clenna on May 2, 2010 at 3:33 am

    New subscriber

    clenna at aol dot com

  2. Diana
    Diana on May 2, 2010 at 5:53 am

    Her work is wonderful and I felt for the Asymmetry – Vintage Locket and Cabochon Necklace.
    Thank you for the great interview and giveaway!
    .-= Diana´s last blog ..][-][][][v][ is here =-.

  3. MelodyJ
    MelodyJ on May 2, 2010 at 6:01 am

    I like Circle Green Bracelet.

    melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

  4. Damla
    Damla on May 2, 2010 at 6:42 am

    I like the Ghislaine – Vintage Glass and Filigree Earrings.

  7. gustosa
    gustosa on May 2, 2010 at 10:34 am

    i like the Mireille Earrings (Glass Pearl Drops)

  8. gustosa
    gustosa on May 2, 2010 at 10:39 am

    email subscriber

  11. Tanya Marie
    Tanya Marie on May 2, 2010 at 12:51 pm

    I really like the patrice headband!

  12. Nikki S.
    Nikki S. on May 2, 2010 at 12:52 pm

    Aside from the necklace in this giveaway, I love the Tahitian Love Necklace.

    Nicoli412(at)hotmail(dot)com

  13. Tanya Marie
    Tanya Marie on May 2, 2010 at 12:53 pm

    I am a follower of your blog through google friend connect =)

  17. Shelley T
    Shelley T on May 2, 2010 at 3:06 pm

    I like the Sea Breeze Teal Bar Necklace. The freshwater pearl necklace you are giving away is beautiful too. Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂

  18. aj
    aj on May 2, 2010 at 4:09 pm

    My favorite Margarita – Swarovski Pearl and Ribbon Necklace (Silver Grey) ( :

    A_C_E_ at hotmail dot com

  19. Deb Anderson
    Deb Anderson on May 2, 2010 at 4:28 pm

    Love the Guinevere Bracelet!

  20. Deb Anderson
    Deb Anderson on May 2, 2010 at 4:30 pm

    following

  22. Marina
    Marina on May 2, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    I love the Aqua Vintage Teardrop Jewel Earrings . =]

  23. Marina
    Marina on May 2, 2010 at 4:35 pm

    I follow Epheriell Designs via Google Friend Connect =]

  24. Elena R
    Elena R on May 2, 2010 at 7:43 pm

    I love the Kasha – Purple Flower and Filigree Ring

  25. Elena R
    Elena R on May 2, 2010 at 7:45 pm

    Following your blog via GFC

  26. Stefany
    Stefany on May 2, 2010 at 8:09 pm

    Annabelle – Pink Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Necklace

    silver_steffi[at]hotmail[dot]com

  30. julie
    julie on May 2, 2010 at 9:58 pm

    i love the ircle Green Bracelet, so so cute!
    julie

  31. Merrie L.
    Merrie L. on May 2, 2010 at 10:15 pm

    My favorite item is the Annabelle – Pink Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Necklace! 🙂

  32. Merrie L.
    Merrie L. on May 2, 2010 at 10:18 pm

    I subscribe via RSS feed.

  33. Merrie L.
    Merrie L. on May 2, 2010 at 10:19 pm

    I follow!

  34. jodi
    jodi on May 2, 2010 at 10:39 pm

    Hi there, gorgeous handmade products, I love the Valleta – Chrysanthemum and Filigree Headband the best,

    Jodi.

  37. mim
    mim on May 3, 2010 at 1:31 am

    i like the spring cluster necklace!

    miriam dot nussbaum at gmail

  38. mim
    mim on May 3, 2010 at 1:32 am

    miriam dot nussbaum at gmail
    subscribed to this blog’s feed!

  41. NGS
    NGS on May 3, 2010 at 3:08 am

    I like the Charming Red Bracelet!

  42. Kelsey
    Kelsey on May 3, 2010 at 5:57 am

    I LOVE the Annabelle – Pink Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Necklace!!!!!

  43. Janet F
    Janet F on May 3, 2010 at 5:59 am

    I like Clair de Lune – Sapphire Vintage Jewel Earrings.

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

  44. Janet F
    Janet F on May 3, 2010 at 6:00 am

    I follow with GFC – janetfaye

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

  45. Beth
    Beth on May 3, 2010 at 8:36 am

    I love the
    Raspberry Sherbert – Swarovski Crystal Earrings

  46. Chris
    Chris on May 3, 2010 at 8:37 am

    I like the
    Ocean Beauty – Glass Tahitian Pearl Earrings

  47. Kara
    Kara on May 3, 2010 at 9:29 am

    I love ‘Something Old, Something New – Freshwater Pearl and Vintage Cab Necklace’- so dainty and pretty!

  48. Shelley T
    Shelley T on May 3, 2010 at 10:05 am

    Became a subscriber!

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