Of course, it is always my pleasure to feature up and coming Etsy artists. From photography to jewelry to vintage to clothing, It's nice to help others succeed. Which brings me to the featured artist of the day, Theresa of
HaroldandJane!
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7056656Here are some other sites you can find Theresa:
http://www.twitter.com/HaroldandJanehttp://bit.ly/7uKQASome things to know about Theresa of
HaroldandJane:
*All her pieces are handmade with care and the best materials
*She only accepts paypal, but not to worry, you don't have to sign up with paypal to use a credit card!
*If your not happy with your purchase, she accepts returns up to 7 days upon receiving your jewelry piece for a full refund(minus shipping).
Feature:Theresa is a 24 year old who graduated a few years ago, and has a degree in graphic design. She currently lives in Seattle with her amazing husband of almost 2 years.
Theresa grew up in a small town in North Idaho called Priest River with her mother, father and older sister. She told me that her mother was a very talented seamstress, while her dad does fine woodworking, so crafting comes quite natural to her.
"Growing up with a dad who specializes in fine wood working and a mom who can create anything with a piece of fabric and her sewing machine, I was destined to be an artist."
She opened her Etsy shop about a month ago with the help of her supportive husband. They are quite the team! She designs her lovely jewelry while he photographs it.
"Combining our backgrounds in Graphic design, my husband's photographic abilities, and my creations, we would like to think that we make up an unstoppable team."
Critique:Of course I'm going to say more stock in your shop. That's always a must! The more the merrier as I like to say =]
But you have a great start.
In Betweeny:Usually, I tell those who I critique to shorten they shop announcement, but in this case, I think you
need one. I know when I come into a shop, I like to read about who these people are, what they are selling, anywhere else that I can reach them(blog, facebook, twitter) and if there are any specials going on.
The other in betweeny is your prices. I understand some of them can be a bit pricey because of the materials you use, but I also think some are a little pricey and can be brought down a bit.
Just an opinion =]
I love the feel of your shop when you first come in. It's a mix of vintage and elegance. Something like vintage chic. Everything ties together well and flows seamlessly.
Your merchandise is very unique and vivid and
wonderful! It's so large, but delicate all at the same time. Plus, I'm a sucker for anything that is or looks vintage =]
Your banner and avatar are great. Like I said, everything connects well in your shop and even though I suggest the avatar be of your merchandise, I like yours. It adds to the feel of your shop and it
does show you wearing jewelry! he he
Your item names and item descriptions are very descriptive and creative. Definitely a great thing to have! The more creative and descriptive, the better.
I just have to complement Theresa and her husband at
HaroldandJane on a great job! You both are quite the unstoppable team =] With her skilled jewelry creating and his lovely photographs, the merchandise nearly jumps out at you when your browsing! If your into vintage chic, I suggest checking out this shop right away!
Love and Energies.
Kayla
Items in Blog:You Can Try to Swim the Seahttp://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23838640Black Winged Birdhttp://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23560381The Northern Skyhttp://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23651781
Irina currently lives in Holyland, Israel. Her dad had a very big influence on her crafting career as a child, and when asked about how she started, she informed me she was"trying to imitate my dad, as all youngest daughters do." She started around the age of 10 with bark sculpting with a pen knife her father gave her as a present. From there, she moved to knitting and crocheting taught by her grandmother. Of course in between there where paper crafts, stain glass, and finally beadweaving!
