Meet Deb of Tillie Bags

1.  Please tell us your name and the name of your business.

Deb Hyland, the maker of Tillie Bags

2. What can shoppers expect to see at the Birds of a Feather Fair from your booth?

Tillie Bags are unique, handcrafted purses, totes, and/or all-purpose bags. They range in size, color, fabric type, and embellishment. The time and attentiveness given to each bag ensures that the highest standards for quality and precision are met. In short, a Tillie Bag is something you can’t manufacture; it is created with love.

Because no two bags are alike, a Tillie Bag owner can be assured that hers is unique and one-of-a-kind. Each bag is imprinted with a signature butterfly - the mark of a Tillie Bag.

A Tillie Bag is not a flimsy bag! Every bag is durable and properly constructed without compromising on beauty and elegance. All of the bags are padded, lined, and contain pockets and/or zipper compartments.

A Tillie Bag is not limited to one season! Customers are offered a wide variety of bags made from various fabrics such as Cotton, Cotton blends, Quilted fabric, Corduroy, and more.

3.  Tell us some more about yourself.

For as long as I can remember, I have loved the endless possibilities involved in purse design and creations. I decided to exercise my crafty side and try my hand at a few purses. Within the past few months, Tillie Bags were born! Because my grandmother Matilda (“Tillie”) taught me everything I know about sewing, these bags are a tribute to her memory.

A portion of the proceeds will go towards making quilts for the kids at the Ronald McDonald House, a truly inspirational organization.
 

Meet Shanda of Bath Wishes

1.  Please tell us your name and the name of your business.

Hello, my name is Shanda of Bath Wishes.

2.  What can shoppers expect to see at the Birds of a Feather Fair from your booth?

I will be selling handmade Bath Bombs also known as Bath Fizzies, Handmade Whipped Body Frosting Souffle and Handmade Roll-On Perfume Oils. I love making things that smell good and things that make you feel good all over.3.  Please tell us some more about yourself.  

I started this little business called Bath Wishes back in July 2003 selling to friends and family and then expanded to selling on eBay. I’ve always loved things that smelled good and things that make you feel good all over so I wanted to make items for others who also loved those things too. When I was a child I used to get into my Grandmas things and mix stuff up and see what I could make.  Now I get the chance to mix things up and create new and exciting things for my customers, friends and family members. I decided to take a little break from making stuff when the economy went downhill, because so did my business and now I'm planning on giving it another shot as I would love to do it full time again.  My dream is to open my own shop someday. I do work another Part-Time job 3rd shift which can hinder my time to make things as I don’t have a set schedule and I have 2 growing boys ages 14 ½ and 12 who keep me busy as well. If I had my choice, I would make my items on a Full-Time basis again as it’s what I enjoy doing most of all.  I look forward to meeting everyone who comes out to the show and am so thankful to be a part of it.

Thanks Shanda!  Check out her links below:

You can find me on Facebook by typing in the search Bath Wishes.  Or visit my website which is linked to etsy right now until I get it up and running at www.bathwishes.com  or go right to my etsy store at www.bathwishes.etsy.com

Meet Rachel of Evie n Lizzie

1.  Please tell us your name and the name of your business.

Rachel of Evie n Lizzie

2. What can shoppers expect to see at the Birds of a Feather Fair from your booth?

I will be selling children's clothing and accessories (pillowcase dresses, ruffle pants, tie onesies, hair clips, head bands...)

3.  Tell us some more about yourself. 

My husband and I grew up over 8,000 miles apart, he in India and I in the USA. We have 4 year old twin girls (Evie and Lizzie) and a sweet 3 year old little boy.

I always have some kind of project going on in my head, putting patterns and colors together. When I am not in my studio, I enjoy playing with our kids and making Indian food.

I will be taking orders at the fair (free shipping!) just in case I don't have what you are looking for!

Thanks Rachel! 

Check out Rachel's links below:

Shop: http://www.evienlizzie.com/
Blog: http://www.evienlizzie.blogspot.com/
Facebook: on.fb.me/bFgeef
Twitter: @evienlizzie

Meet Sara of In Small Spectacles

1.  Please tell us your name and the name of your business.

Sara Davis of In Small Spectacles

2.  What can shoppers expect to see at the Birds of a Feather Fair from your booth?

I design vintage-inspired jewelry that is eclectic and unique.  The majority of pieces include vintage elements.

3. Tell us some more about yourself.

Having an appreciation for those things old and lovingly worn has inspired me to merge my love of vintage with that of unique and sparkly to create my other love, jewelry. I inherited this appreciation from my Grandma Ruth, who was a talented artist and seamstress and saved every extra button, sequin, bead, and other odds and ends and lovingly sorted and stored them.  When I would visit her as a child, I would love to visit her sewing closet, the one with all the "treasures." With Grandma's passing, I inherited those findings and kept them because they are still so beautiful, they hold special memories for me, and I knew they would one day be put to good use.

I worked in fine jewelry sales for several years before I started making my own pieces with some of the findings from my grandmother; partly to update my personal wardrobe and partly to maintain some semblance of sanity in my home full of boys. I used special pieces I had acquired throughout my life and some I found here and there, mostly in antique shops. I love incorporating unexpected items into the pieces:  hardware from doors, light fixtures, etc.  People would stop me and ask where I got these unusual  necklaces and bracelets. I started making pieces for my friends and family to wear and they encouraged me to stop giving it away and start selling it. And so began "In Small Spectacles."

Thanks Sara!  Stop by and check out her links below:

Etsy Shop:  InSmallSpectacles.Etsy.com
Blog:  InSmallSpectacles.blogspot.com
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/In-Small-Spectacles/120599014669770
Contact:  InSmallSpectacles@gmail.com

Meet Amy of the Thrifty Gift

1.  Please tell us your name and the name of your business.

Amy of the Thrify Gift.

2.  What can shoppers expect to see at the Birds of a Feather Fair from your booth?

Handmade jewelry, Handmade polymer clay jewelry and gifts (photo frames, key chains), handmade greeting cards and embellished ink pens and holiday goodies.

3.  Tell us some more about you.

I have been making gifts for friends and family for years and recently decided to open a shop doing just that.  I love learning something new and because of that, The Thrifty Gift is ever changing.  I enjoy all kinds of mediums and currently the shop is full of handmade jewelry, handmade polymer clay beads and projects and the newest gifts are greeting cards and embellished ink pen sets.

I love that I can work on these pieces at home and that my family is invovled.  I get critique and run ideas past my husband, the children play with all of the supplies and are constantly creating along side Mommy.  I love art, I love craft, I love handmade, I love creating and I am so happy to be a part of the Birds of a Feather Fair!

http://www.thethriftygift.com/

http://www.thethriftygift.etsy.com/

Thanks Amy!  Be sure to check her out and follow at Twitter.com  The Thrifty Gift, and on facebook at The Thrifty Gift

Contact: Amy@thethriftygift.com

Meet Linda of L'injoy

1.  Please tell us your name and the name of your business.

Hello.  My name is Linda J. Scaggs and I'd like to welcome you to L’injoy where you will find unique, wire sculptured jewelry creations blending together classic simplicity, romantic charm, and timeless elegance.

2.  What can shoppers expect to see at the Birds of a Feather Fair from your booth?

Each piece is individually handcrafted insuring unique one-of-a-kind creations as unique and individual as you are!  I take great pride in my artistry and am committed to quality – quality in craftsmanship and quality in materials.

3.  Tell us some more about yourself.

I studied at the William Holland School of Lapidary Arts and learned wirewrapping techniques by the former President of the Kentucky Guild for Artists and Craftsmen.

I purchase precious metal wire and sheets in copper, sterling silver, and 14k rolled gold from reputable jewelry supply companies and start the creative process using traditional wire wrapping techniques and various hand tools.  I purchase semi-precious gems and stones from known lapidarists who hand-cut and polish their cabochon stones (such as African Queen Jasper, Mexican Crazy Lacy Agate, and River Jasper).   I also purchase a variety of glass sheets and then hand-cut and fuse glass pendants.  Other purchased embellishments may include semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals, and freshwater pearls.  Though I prefer to use my own handcrafted elements, occasionally I may use purchase ready-made components if I feel the design is better enhanced by their use.

The artistry is in the cutting, hammering, pulling, twisting, twirling, and swirling … all to create a treasure.

So, come and share my treasures.  Visit me at the Fair or go online to my Facebook page, L'injoy, or my website, http://www.linjoy.net/.  Love what you see and enjoy what you purchase … for all time!

Thanks Linda!  Looking forward to seeing you a the Fair!

Meet Jenn of Two Feathers Design Studio

1.  Please tell us your name and the name of your business.

Jenn Talbot, Two Feathers Design

2. What can shoppers expect to see at the Birds of a Feather Fair from your booth?

Greeting & Holiday Cards, Typographic Posters, Gift Tags, and more

3. Tell us some more about yourself.

Two Feathers Design specializes in greeting cards, wedding invitations, party invitations, typographic posters and more!

Visit our blog to see the latest designs…contact at twofeathersdesign@gmail.com for pricing and custom designs.

Thank you Jenn!  Be sure to check out her blog at: http://twofeathersdesign.blogspot.com/

 or on facebook at: Two Feathers Design