Featured Seller: Leakhena

One of my featured sellers DestinationDesign said that Leakhena was her favorite shop.. so in my Etsy Chat adventures I came across her... and told her that she was a favorite shop of someone featured on this blog. We got to chatting, and she's SUCH a great person, and her shop is AMAZING!!! I have one of her newest creations on my birthday wish list!! Not saying which one.. so it's still available for my hubby to get it for me... (hoping and praying) This is not only a talented artist, but a WONDERFUL person that I'm glad to call a friend now!

Artist Bio:
I’m 28 years old and originally from Sydney Australia. For the last 13 years or so I have been living in Northern California, mainly bay area. I have been crafting for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a big family. As a kid I was very fortunate to have two creative and loving parents who were extremely supportive of my artistic endeavours and enrolled each one of us in some sort of music or art classes. Probably, my fondest memories was crafting with my Grandma and my Mum.
In college, I worked several jobs to help pay for tuition since tuition was fairly high, especially for international students like myself attending UC Berkeley. One of the jobs I did beside being a waiter was making jewelry. I’ve also made jewelry for my family and friends and have received many great compliments.

In 2006, I lost someone very near and dear to my heart – the love of my life. I kept myself busy and contiued crafting. It was my way of dealing with grief and loss. Crafting has been very therapeutic for me.
I found Etsy last year in July and it has become my creative outlet . I don’t consider myself an artist. Maybe I’m still in the process of becoming one?? I do know that I am always learning something new and always improving. Aside from crafting I also enjoy cooking and baking ,working out and spending time with my friends. My shop is inspired by a mix of things.. cute and also elegance. Thank you for letting me share of part of my world with you.

Shop:

Etsy Buy Handmade Leakhena

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Featured Seller: DestinationDesign

This is again another Etsy Chat find... I saw her tea-cup ring, and I'm going to have to get one for my Mad Hatter Parties!!!

Artist Bio: I'm a teenage, stay at home mom who loves to make cute jewelry and accessories for young adults and the kids at heart. I've been trying to keep up with the Japanese fashion style, in order to bring them here to the US. It's so fun and cute! I hope to bring a little cuteness to someone's life, and inspire them to find all things adorable or something to light up their day. When I'm not crafting, I take care of my daughter, hang with friends and watch the food network channel.


Shop:

Etsy Buy Handmade DestinationDesign

Favorite Store:
http://Leakhena.etsy.com

Featured Seller: LaurenKathryn

I have a SERIOUS button addiction... I LOVE them, they soothe me, make me smile, and are just wonderful!! SO while in an Etsy Chat I saw this seller.. and her AMAZING button purses! I knew RIGHT then I had to feature her, and share these buttons with you!!

Artist Bio:
Im LaurenKathryn, but to most, the 'Crazy Button Lady' because buttons make my heart beat, and my blood pump. I started making my purses for myself about six to seven years ago, around the age of 15, teaching myself how to sew a simple stitch, a zipper in, and a button on. Before I knew it, I couldnt stop. That brings me here, trying to send my loves around the world! They take a tremendous amount of time, and plenty of finger stabs, but I think its well worth it, and each and everyone is unique and bright.

Her Shop:

Etsy Buy Handmade laurenkathryn

Favorites:

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