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Creatively Chic – Chic, Delicate Jewelry by Michelle Chang and BRIKA.com: The New Curated Online Store for Handmade Good

Michelle Chang’s gorgeous jewelry pieces have exploded in popularity recently and are now stocked at a number of stores and shopping sites both in the U.S. and abroad (you may have seen her jewelry on Fab.com!). We chat about her unusual beginnings as a jewelry designer (she actually started as an illustrator!) and her rapid success in the market, as well as her inspirations and insight into how she gets it all done. She has some great advice to those who are starting their own businesses too – and how to begin in jewelry-making if you’ve never dealt with metalsmithing before. This episode also includes a Spotlight Interview with Jen Lee Koss, co-founder of BRIKA.com, and a DIY Challenge to create your own simple pendants and layered necklaces (using some major corner-cutting methods!).Subscribe with your favorite podcast playerAndroidRSS The post Creatively Chic – Chic, Delicate Jewelry by Michelle Chang and BRIKA.com: The New Curated Online Store for Handmade Good appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Creatively Chic – A Passion for Trashion: Outi Pyy of Outsapop.com and Spotlight Interview with M & J Trimming

Spearheading the upcycling movement and encouraging ethical and ecologically-sound fashion production, Outi Pyy of the wildly popular fashion blog Outsapop has just released her first book TRASHION! We talk recycled and upcycled couture-style creations, how to find the perfect materials in thrift shops that will last a lifetime, and where fashion for the future is headed. This episode also includes a Spotlight Interview with mega-crafting supplier M & J Trimming and this week’s DIY Challenge that will have you diving into your own closet for materials and inspiration for Spring.Subscribe with your favorite podcast playerAndroidRSS The post Creatively Chic – A Passion for Trashion: Outi Pyy of Outsapop.com and Spotlight Interview with M & J Trimming appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Creatively Chic – All About Jewelry: Resources, Tips, Books, and Tools with Carly J. Cais and Art Clay World

Carly J. Cais has been making a variety of jewelry for more than 2 decades, and shares a huge number of resources for the craft. She shares her favorites must-have tools, websites for supplies (Fire Mountain Gems is a fave!), best instructional books (Tim McCreight is a must-have on your bookshelf) and ease-of-entry beginner projects in this can’t-miss episode. This episode also features a Spotlight interview with Master Art Clay Instructor Jackie Truty of Art Clay World and a DIY Challenge to try out a jewelry-making project that you haven’t tried before.Subscribe with your favorite podcast playerAndroidRSS The post Creatively Chic – All About Jewelry: Resources, Tips, Books, and Tools with Carly J. Cais and Art Clay World appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Creatively Chic – Handmade Cards, Tags, Gift Bags, and more with Paper-Crafter Amber Kemp-Gerstel of DamaskLove and Clear & Simple Stamps

Master paper-crafter Amber Kemp-Gerstel of Damask Love creates breathtaking stationery sets, gift tags, and packaging out of cardstock, stamps, and diecuts. We talk tools and supplies to get started in making your own stationery, the perfect type of paper for all of your cards (hint: Amber loves Paper Presentation’s 130-lb cardstock!), her Crafting Social parties and monthly stationery subscription service, and upcoming papercrafting workshop. Also included is an interview with Nicki Jackson, the owner of Clear & Simple Stamps, and a DIY Challenge to try making your own greeting cards using a variety of materials.Subscribe with your favorite podcast playerAndroidRSS The post Creatively Chic – Handmade Cards, Tags, Gift Bags, and more with Paper-Crafter Amber Kemp-Gerstel of DamaskLove and Clear & Simple Stamps appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Creatively Chic – Beautiful 3D Paper-Crafting: Handcraft Your Life with Lia Griffith and Your One-Stop Paper Shop Paper-Papers.com

Lia Griffith, the founder of LiaGriffith.com is already making a name for herself as a talented paper-manipulator. On her blog she shares her love of all that is paper, including free downloadable templates for gorgeous flowers, wreaths, labels, and gift tags. Her work has been featured on the DIY Network, Martha Stewart Radio, and Babble.com, just to name a few. Check out this episode for her tips and tricks for creating realistic blooms with only a few tools, to make your own custom wedding or gift decorations with ease. This episode also features a Spotlight interview with Lori Olson, the owner of Paper-Papers.com (a one-stop shop for all your paper-crafting supplies), and a DIY Challenge for trying your hand at making something out of the humble paper sheet.Subscribe with your favorite podcast playerAndroidRSS The post Creatively Chic – Beautiful 3D Paper-Crafting: Handcraft Your Life with Lia Griffith and Your One-Stop Paper Shop Paper-Papers.com appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.