My very talented sister has been a long-time designer of fine accessories which she has sold locally in Chicago. She is now beginning to expand her sales to reach a global audience through her blog. Her line, Jane & Josephine, is all about timeless elegance and modern ease. The luxurious feel of her pieces comes [...]
A few updates this week. First, thank you to the winner of my Left Bank giveaway, Salihan. She’s an incredibly talented crafter who makes adorable giant amigurumi pears. You really must check them out if you haven’t seen them yet. Too cute. Salihan wrote a very kind post about winning the Grand Fleur Pin, and [...]
So it may not be “officially” autumn for another week or so, but I for one can’t wait! I’ve heard people say that we don’t have seasons in California, but we do. They are more subtle, but are every bit as enjoyable as anywhere else. To celebrate the changing season, I’d like to share a [...]
The winner for the Left Bank Shop Grand Fleur Pin Giveaway is Salihan! Congratulations! The pin will be in the mail to you shortly. Thank you to everyone who took the time to check out my new shop and to enter the sweepstakes. Check back soon for future giveaways!
To celebrate the opening of my new Etsy store, Left Bank Shop, I’m going to do a sweepstakes giveaway for one of my Grand Fleur Pins (pictured here). All you have to do is leave me a comment on this post with your name and email address letting me know which of the new designs [...]
I’m pleased to announce the launch of a NEW Etsy store, Left Bank Shop. This is a sister store to AmyGurumi, and features my unique, handmade jewelry collections. Inspired by the artists, writers and intellectuals of the golden age of Montparnasse, Left Bank Shop designs marry the charm of the old world with a modern [...]
I’ve been using one of my amigurumi designs as an avatar around Etsy, Ravelry and Twitter for months now, but I’ve finally gotten around to making some for my store! There are three new arrivals, each with a happy smile and cherry on top. The cupcake measures in at just over 3 inches tall from [...]
At last! My personal search to avoid evil callouses and rubbed, raw skin is finally over. Now I want to share the love! I just listed these on my Etsy shop today, and have already sold 2 sets. The index finger on my non-hook hand had been rubbed raw by my (beloved) aluminum hook until [...]
