Saturday, August 31, 2013
Monday, February 11, 2013
Color of the Week: Coral
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| 1. Ombre Necklace 2. Vintage Dress 3. London Clock 4. Zipper Pouch 5. Felt Bows 6. Camera Strap Cover |
Coral is one of this season’s hottest colors! It looks amazing with mint, gold, black, navy or white. Coral is a warm color and it looks good on most skin tones, especially medium skin. Coral symbolizes energy and warmth. Coral is a ravishing color to add to your spring palette.
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Etsy Interview: Amanda Meade
I
am excited to start a series of Etsy interviews today, beginning with Amanda Meade, from
Ammame33. I
find Amanda's nautical rope bracelets especially beautiful and unique. Enjoy!
Deborah:
When did you start Ammame?
Amanda: I actually opened my
shop in 2008, but due to working and college courses I really wasn’t able to
delve fully into it until I graduated, which was last April. I really got into
creating nautical themed jewelry at about that time.
Deborah: What do you find most challenging about your business?
Amanda: As of late the most challenging aspect has been keeping up with orders. In all honesty, I had assumed that sales would come to a halt after the summer, but now -- especially that the holidays are upon us -- things have been busier than ever. I pride myself on getting items out very quickly, although working a full-time job in addition to all the orders I’ve been getting has made that slightly difficult. But, it has also been a fantastic learning experience as well. I feel as though my organizational skills and resourcefulness have both improved.
Deborah: Where do you get your inspiration?
Amanda: The Internet. Etsy, Tumblr, and Pinterest, to be more specific. I actually started making nautical bracelets because I saw a post on Tumblr and thought “I can TOTALLY make those!” And, as I started creating them I was able to think of a ton of other concepts as well. It’s really great how easy it is to be inspired when we have all of these amazing resources directly at our fingertips.
Deborah: What are your business goals for this coming year?
Amanda: My main goal is just expansion -- creating even more of a name for myself on Etsy and beyond. I am actually gearing up to purchase a laser cutting machine so that I can also become immersed in laser cut acrylic crafts. I've seen some of the coolest things created with a laser cutter -- the possibilities are just endless. I’m actually going to open up another Etsy shop, solely to sell laser cut items. I will still maintain my original shop, as well. I also plan to show my nautical jewelry at more craft shows. I really hope to be able to participate in the Founder’s Festival, a two day event in downtown Farmington, MI over the summer.
Amanda: The Internet. Etsy, Tumblr, and Pinterest, to be more specific. I actually started making nautical bracelets because I saw a post on Tumblr and thought “I can TOTALLY make those!” And, as I started creating them I was able to think of a ton of other concepts as well. It’s really great how easy it is to be inspired when we have all of these amazing resources directly at our fingertips.
Deborah: What are your business goals for this coming year?
Amanda: My main goal is just expansion -- creating even more of a name for myself on Etsy and beyond. I am actually gearing up to purchase a laser cutting machine so that I can also become immersed in laser cut acrylic crafts. I've seen some of the coolest things created with a laser cutter -- the possibilities are just endless. I’m actually going to open up another Etsy shop, solely to sell laser cut items. I will still maintain my original shop, as well. I also plan to show my nautical jewelry at more craft shows. I really hope to be able to participate in the Founder’s Festival, a two day event in downtown Farmington, MI over the summer.
Deborah: How do you spend your spare time?
Amanda: When I’m not working at my day job or being consumed in piles of rope and supplies, I really enjoy playing video games and watching movies and TV shows. Lately I've really liked relieving the stress that comes with constantly working by playing a couple rounds of Halo 4 with my boyfriend.
Deborah: What is your favorite color?
Amanda: Definitely purple.
Places to look for Amanda:
Etsy: www.ammame33.etsy.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/designsbyamandamarie
Website: www.amandameade.com
Instagram: ammame33
Amanda is offering 20% off any item for all of my Give Them Color readers, use coupon code: GIVETHEMCOLOR20 (expires January 31st).
Merry Christmas!
-Deborah
Monday, December 17, 2012
Color of the Week: Heather Grey
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| 1. Twist Headband 2. Heart Gloves 3. Mug Cozy 4. Screen-printed Sweatshirt 5. Pleated Pillow 6. Infinity Bracelet |
Heather grey is a classic
color. It goes well with most colors, but especially with yellow and red.
Heather is really an all seasons color like black or white and it looks good on
most people. This color symbolizes contentment
and humility, however too much grey can symbolize boredom. Heather gray is a simple
but dignified addition to your color palette.
P.S. Today is Free Shipping Day
P.S. Today is Free Shipping Day
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