FEATURED ETSY SHOP - EGYPT MACHINE by SARA MACIAS

Vanilla dream high waisted pencil skirt

by Sara

LETS WELCOME, Sara and her Etsy shop EGYPT MACHINE. As you will read below, Sara started sewing and creating at a very young age, and she is still following this dream. When visiting Sara's shop you will find skirts, dresses and more!

What led you to start creating your art/craft?

I started back in high school, recycling old band shirts to look better. I didn't have a lot of money to constantly buy new stuff all the time, so making old stuff new seemed like the thing to do. I actually began Elegy Ink as a junior in high school. I wanted to earn money, because at the time no one would hire me anywhere, lol. ..so I began making simple clothes and accessories and I'm still doing it to this day.

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

Clothes are something I was just better at making than other crafts. So that's what I stuck with.

What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

To me making clothes is the most fun, I enjoy using different fabrics, and techniques for decor. The end result is always the best part.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

I would choose a pomegranate, because its beautiful and interesting looking like my clothes.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

If I had to chose one other craft it would be to make bags/purses. I'm really becoming a bag person lately, and I would like to make crazy ones from recycled goods and just expand my creative outlet.

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

Be loud, interesting, bold, and original.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

Do what you know, and do what you love. Being happy is key, and if you can make a buck off it even better!

Sara, thanks for sharing your thoughts and creativity with everyone. I'm sure you will always be looking ahead to see what you can create.

To find out more about Sara and her creations, visit her links below.

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FEATURED ETSY SHOP - WINKELPOTS

Now how adorable is this little model with her carmel apple t-shirt designed by her mom, Holly, whose Etsy is called WINKLEPOTS. Let's hear what Holly has to say about her adorable designs for childrens clothing, and how she got started.

What led you to start creating your art/craft?
Over a year ago, I started painting items for my daughter that I couldn't find in the store. Eventually I started painting for friends and decided I'd try to open my own business; and Winklepots was born.

How did you decide what medium you wanted to work with?

Painting seemed easier than trying to learn to sew, honestly. I've been sketching for most of my life, so painting just seemed like the next step.

What aspect of creating your art/craft do you find the most enjoyable?

I really enjoy painting. It puts me in this creative calming state. As soon as the first brush stroke hits the fabric, I'm in the zone. It's very stress relieving.

If you had to choose a fruit OR a vegetable, to describe your art/craft, what would you choose, and why?

A mango. It's pretty gender neutral and a little off the beaten path.

If you had to choose one other medium in which to display your “creativity”, what would that be, and why?

Polymer clay art. In fact, I have a lot of it, and have even made ornaments, but that's down the road.

What message, if any, do you want to convey with your art/craft?

It doesn't have to be cutesy in order to put it on your child, nor do you have to follow the mainstream trends in children's fashion. Different is good.

What advice do you have for other artists/crafters?

Remember that everyone had to start at the bottom; no one becomes wealthy and famous overnight. When it comes to marketing, you have to work very hard to hardly ever work. Eventually, word of mouth will help but you have to generate the interest and sales first.

Here is Holly's other adorable little model!

Thanks, Holly, for taking the time to share your thoughts and your delightful designs with us. If you are looking for colorful, designs for your children, be sure to visit WINKLEPOTS by clicking on the links below.

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