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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. Anne Taylor
    Anne Taylor on May 3, 2010 at 10:44 am

    My favourite piece is the Circle Green Bracelet (Chrysoprase)! Its beautiful!

    ty

    nancyrobster@gmail.com

  10. Amanda A
    Amanda A on May 3, 2010 at 1:10 pm

    I love the vintage amethyst teardrop earrings!

  11. Amanda A
    Amanda A on May 3, 2010 at 1:11 pm

    I follow on GFC!

  14. Yevgeniya
    Yevgeniya on May 3, 2010 at 1:58 pm

    I love the Baikal – Swarovski and Filigree Earrings. Beautiful…

  19. Katherine Ryan
    Katherine Ryan on May 3, 2010 at 9:45 pm

    I love the Aquatica – Aqua Bead and Vintage Glass Necklace. The colours are beautiful! 🙂

    Kate1485 @ hotmail.com
    .-= Katherine Ryan´s last blog ..Salamanca Markets – Part 1 =-.

  20. Shelby
    Shelby on May 3, 2010 at 10:37 pm

    I love the Annabelle – Pink Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Necklace! Beautiful! 🙂

  21. Shari D
    Shari D on May 3, 2010 at 11:02 pm

    I like the Rosy Posy Necklace the most.

  22. Shari D
    Shari D on May 3, 2010 at 11:02 pm

    I follow through google friend as 409cope.

  23. Shari D
    Shari D on May 3, 2010 at 11:02 pm

    I am an email subscriber.

  24. Vicki
    Vicki on May 4, 2010 at 12:02 am

    The Phillipa Moonstone and Brass earrings are my favs.

    Vicki/Ellielee
    .-= Vicki´s last blog ..In the Dark =-.

  25. Sabrita
    Sabrita on May 4, 2010 at 8:27 pm

    My favorite is the Seaside Memories Aqua Swarkovski Crystal & Pearl Necklace. Thank you.

    sabrita@juno.com

  26. Sabrita
    Sabrita on May 4, 2010 at 8:32 pm

    I follow you on Google Friends as Sabrita.

    sabrita@juno.com

  27. Sarah
    Sarah on May 5, 2010 at 9:21 am

    I love the Margarita – Swarovski Pearl and Ribbon Necklace (Silver Grey). Beautiful!

  32. Joyce Ramsey
    Joyce Ramsey on May 6, 2010 at 9:06 am

    I like the scissors vintage print

    I also want to tell you I loved your article on being more successful in selling, great ideas and tips.

    Take care

    Sweety

  33. Lily
    Lily on May 6, 2010 at 10:25 am

    I love the Margarita Swarovski Pearl and Ribbon Necklace in Cream!

  35. Mari
    Mari on May 6, 2010 at 1:35 pm

    My favorite is the Margarita – Swarovski Pearl and Ribbon Necklace (Cream).

  36. Mari
    Mari on May 6, 2010 at 1:36 pm

    I am following your blog.

  37. Mari
    Mari on May 6, 2010 at 1:37 pm

    I have subscribed for email updates.

  39. Ana Celina
    Ana Celina on May 6, 2010 at 1:46 pm

    My favorite piece from the store is the Janae – Pearl Drop Earrings.

  40. Ana Celina
    Ana Celina on May 6, 2010 at 1:47 pm

    Following Epheriell Designs!

  41. Ana Celina
    Ana Celina on May 6, 2010 at 1:47 pm

    Subscribed to Epheriell Designs newsletters!

  44. Helena
    Helena on May 6, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    Follower.

  45. dag
    dag on May 6, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    The Mystique – Turquoise Picasso Bar Necklace is gorgeous!

  46. CRIS
    CRIS on May 6, 2010 at 1:54 pm

    The hair accessories are really sweet! My favorite is the Shahrene – Vintage Cabochon and Lacy Setting Headband.

  47. CRIS
    CRIS on May 6, 2010 at 1:55 pm

    Following you.

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