June 9th 2006:madebytess.com

1 What kind of crafts do you make? I love to do a lot of crafts, and have tried most everything. What I'm the best at is knitting and sewing. I work at the knit shop for my day job, and my evening job is running my little handbag business! I love to make handbags because I can explore fun color combos and techniques without having to worry about fitting, and being devoted to something so big!

2 How long have you been selling your "designs"? I've been selling my designs since I was about 16. I remember setting up at a community play with my 3 dollar cuffs, and being so excited to sell 3!!! I also designed and made stuff for a friends punk band, and I did seamstress work here and there.

3 Its craft show season are you going to be vendering at any this season? I will be planning and vending at the San Diego PunkRockCraftFair (www.punkrockcraftfair.com). I am getting married in August, so I won't be doing too much extra until the fall season.

4 At what age did you become a crafter? I've been fashioning outfits for myself since I was able to walk, and sewing since I was 6. I started with tube tops for my Barbies (leopard spot, yah!) and progressed from there. I didn't get into sewing bags until a couple years ago, now I am totally addicted!

5 When did you open your shop online ? I have been in business online since June 6, 2005. Happy 1 year anniversary!!

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