Leather Love — handmade
What Happened to Etsy - Have they Forgotten About Their Handmade Artisans?
I began selling my Leather Art on Etsy in 2007. I was inspired by my passion for riding my Harley. I had a need for leather clothing that was sensual and classy, and less biker-chick style than what I was seeing on the market at that time. I began designing and handcrafting leather and suede halter tops that I would feel comfortable wearing while riding my motorcycle and that I could wear to biker events and rallies. After being stopped many times to be asked where I got what I was wearing, I decided to list some of my designs on Etsy, opening my shop under the username,
How African Recycled Glass Beads are Made!
I am obsessed with handmade beads, especially those that are made in Africa. I have to stop myself from purchasing beads that I cannot yet incorporate into a design, although, there have been times when a bead will be the inspiration behind the design.
Today, while searching for a sky blue African Glass Bead for one of my popular designs, my Cliff Booth Replica Leather Bracelet, I stumbled across a video of how these recycled glass beads are made. All these years that I have been using them in many of...
When You Buy Handmade
