I have a great interview to share with you all.
This artist is from 1000 markets, she is part of the Child's play group/market, a lovely artist and a fun person to talk to.
Hope you enjoy the interview and come visit her in her shop.
http://www.1000markets.com/users/momnmiaquilts
When did you first start your craft, and what made you want to try?
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I have been sewing most of my life. My mom was (and is) a crafter and she trained me to sew at a young age hand-sewing hems on her dolls. I never really enjoyed sewing until I was in college and learned to appreciate the value of being able to make things for myself! I made my first “quilt” on the floor in my dorm room at Michigan State University. My friends all thought I was crazy! I started sewing quilts for my friends as they started having babies, and I haven’t stopped. When I started having my own kids, and the number of nieces and nephews and friends’ children started growing, I began playing around making other blankets, burp cloths and bibs, and other fun items.
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What do you love the most about the items you make?
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I love making items that are both fun to look at, are high quality, and are actually useful! The burp cloths are made to be pretty AND functional – they are much more absorbent than the thin ones you can find in the chain stores, and the options are endless!! I like having bibs that are actually big enough to catch all the spills and drool, and protect the little ones’ clothes! Kids are messy!! 5” wide bibs just don’t do the job!
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Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?
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I am a proud mommy to two beautiful children – my little girl is 3, and my son just turned 1 in December. I also work full-time as a legal assistant for a large hospital system. I love reading, traveling and spending time with my husband, kids and extended family. I am always dreaming up new projects!
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How about your favorite color?
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My favorite color changes all the time, like my favorite fabric - I just love color!
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What is something you really want to try making?
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A whole room of decor for myself! I never manage to hang on to anything I make, with the exception of the stuff I make for my children!
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Are there any other craft fields you dabble in?
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I stick pretty much to sewing. I do lots of custom orders for items besides my baby stuff, including my quilts, duvet covers, pillows and other decor. I do also enjoy scrapbooking.
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What brought you to 1000Markets?
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I found 1000Markets through recommendations of friends who also have shops here.
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If you could give 1 piece of advice to somebody just starting in your field, what would it be?
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Take time to perfect your craft. Use high quality materials that are going to last. Get creative - I personally hate using patterns, so I rarely do. I love making up my own designs - don't be afraid to try something new!
