Cathy is a talented artist who sells beautiful handmade jewelry. Take a look at some of the lovely accessories in her shop:
1. Where do you get your inspiration to create?
I get my inspiration to create mostly from nature and taking in all that surrounds me. I am a very artistic and creative person and have always loved playing with several different medias of art. I feel in love with jewelry making while on a trip to Hawaii when I sat at a Farmer's Market and watched a young lady make jewelry. She showed me a few things and it took off from there.
2. What are some tips you can share for people who might be thinking of opening their own shop?
Some tips I might give some folks that might be thinking of opening their own shops would be to just go for it but start small. You don't have to purchase a bunch of materials and supplies to get started. Find something you really enjoy doing and make a couple of items. Wear some around or give away as gifts and see if anyone compliments them. {I have sold items right off of me before ;) } Don't get pressured into having everything perfect before you start, just have fun!
3. What's your favorite thing about owning your own business?
My favorite thing about owning my own business is that I can focus on my babies and create when time allows. My boys are the most important thing in my world and they come first, well after my faith and my hubby but you know what I mean. ;)
4. What's your favorite beverage?
My favorite beverage is coffee! First thing I think about when I wake up, "where is my coffee?!"
5. If you could have one super power, what would it be and why?
Probably to be able to do things super fast! I love that show "No Ordinary Family" the Mom does things super fast and I think it is so cool! I could clean my house in around 5 seconds and laundry in about 2 seconds, more time to play and create! ;)
***GIVEAWAY ALERT***
Cathy is generously giving away a $30 credit to her shop!
Here's how to enter:
MANDATORY: Visit Red Rabbit Studios and leave a comment with your favorite item.
EXTRA ENTRIES (optional):
+1 Heart Red Rabbit Studios on Etsy and leave your username.
+1 Follow Cathy's blog.
+1 Follow Cathy on Twitter
+1 Follow Cathy on Facebook
+1 Tweet about this giveaway and leave the link.
Sample tweet: Enter to win $30 to Red Rabbit Studios sponsored by @cathysvoice on @yes_teacher 's blog: http://tiny.cc/p8cf0
Giveaway ends April 2nd at 11:59 PM and winner will be announced and emailed on Sunday, April 3rd.
If you're interested in promoting your business by becoming a Star Sponsor, see rates here!
I love the lavender petals and singing sparrow necklace! beautiful work.
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I like the Fossil Love Necklace
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Flower Bud and Spring fever earrings are my favorites!
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Following Cathy's blog as Dace :)
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I hearted Red Rabbit Studios on Etsy. (wizardewu)
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Love love love the "Don't Baroque my Green Heart" necklace.
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i like the cute Peace & Love Earrings
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my fave item is definitely this necklace, it is GORGEOUS! http://www.etsy.com/listing/66897997/buttons-blue-dreams
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My favorite item is the Buttons & Blue Dreams necklace
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I heart Red Rabbit Studios on Etsy - my Etsy name is Hurdler4eva
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I like/follow Cathy's Voice on Facebook - my FB name is Amanda Moore
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I tweeted about the giveaway, I'm @AmberGoo:
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My favorite are the silver circle earrings.
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So hard to choose! I think I like the silver circle earrings the best.
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Hearted her shop on etsy (username fsl324)
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i like the Bring Spring necklace!
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I heart her Etsy store.
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I like the Love and Polka Dots Necklace
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I heart her etsy shop!
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I like the silver circle earrings.
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The Dragonfly Dreams Necklace is so cute! I love the color of green beads she used.
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I'm a brand new follower of her blog via GFC.
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I LOVE the connect the dots earrings! So cute.
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I love the Smell the Roses Quartz Necklace - its the perfect summer accessory!
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Hearted on etsy (mandius116)
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My fave are the Peace & Love Earrings, simple yet with a great message :)
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I like the connect the dot earrings.
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Love the silver circle earrings!
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I hearted on etsy and I LOVE the Lavender Petals and Singing Sparrows Necklace!!!! It's perfect!
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I love the Hum in your Ears earrings!
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My fave?! Hard to pick but I'm thinking maybe http://www.etsy.com/listing/68613745/lavender-petals-and-singing-sparrows Lavendar Petals & Singing Sparrows. Everyone who knows me knows why ;) ;)
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Can't decide on a favorite, but I love the swim little fishy necklace!
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I love the Silver Circle Earrings
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I really love the Turq it up Necklace!
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I love the fields of turquoise necklace. Its beautiful
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I love the Connect the Dots earrings!
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i love the green laughing lady earrings; they look so cheerful!
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I like the smell the roses quartz necklace beautiful stuff
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I have two favorites I'd have to flip a coin to decide between:
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