Tell us a bit about yourself.
Hi, my name is Lauren Hunt and I have no Aunt June. Long ago, I planned on making up long and ridiculous stories about the fictional, chain-smoking aunt who taught me to sew but the stories never materialized. I’m not much of a writer but that’s fine, I prefer drawing anyway. I live in Kansas City, Missouri, where my husband Brian and I just bought a 110-year-old house that we share with our cat Baxter and our schnauzer-mutt Rufus.
I graduated from college four years ago with an art degree and have no idea what to do with it. I was a mall photographer for a while (eek), then worked for a commercial food photographer for a year (yum), followed by a stint as a teaching assistant at a private school (no words), and am now a part-time secretary with a lot of time to devote to my crafty enterprises (yay!). I love thrifting and going to estate sales, especially now that we have a house to fill with furniture — I’m always looking for that mythical $5 Eames chair.
Apart from creating things, what do you do?
I work three days a week doing secretarial work for a therapist and occasionally do some photo archiving for my former employer. In our spare time, my husband and I love to do dinner and board games with friends and go garage sale-ing on the weekends. We also love road trips — the kitschier the better. Our honeymoon was an Abe Lincoln themed journey, but we also managed to go to the future birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk.
What first made you want to become an artist?
My mother is a teacher so I grew up around a LOT of books and I was always really drawn to the books with colorful and intricate illustrations. I especially loved books illustrated by Diane Dillon, Don Freeman, Steven Gammell or Patricia Polacco. My parents always really encouraged me to draw and paint and got me involved in art classes and camps. I doubt I was a very good student in those classes — I have never been great at following instructions, but they opened my eyes to new techniques and inspirations.
Please describe your creative process.
All of my fabric starts in my sketchbook, and the way I sketch is by drawing the same thing over and over again. I just get fixated on objects and will doodle variations on a theme forever. I scan them in and use Photoshop to design my repeat, upload to Spoonflower and MAGIC! Fabric!
For other items, like the Overdue Book Calendar, the process is more involved; I spend a lot of time carefully picking color palettes for each month and a LOT of time drawing books! My bags are made very simply, so when I sit down to sew, it’s really just a relaxing, meditative activity. My husband is going to laugh when he reads that because he hears what I’m yelling when my thread tangles/breaks/needs tension adjustment, etc., and none of it sounds “meditative.” But I love it! My love of sewing is what led me to designing fabric and I am so happy when I am doing those things!
What handmade possession do you most cherish?
When I was in high school, I played violin in a band so my father made me an electric violin. My dad doesn’t have any formal training making instruments; he just decided what he wanted to make and then figured out how to make it. I think I get that creative confidence from him because I usually assume that if something can be made, I can figure out how to make it. Charlie Daniels also has one of my dad’s violins, so Charlie Daniels and I are fiddle-buddies, which is pretty awesome.
Name your top five books, movies, musicians, and websites besides Etsy.
B
ooks:
The Magicians by Lev Grossman
Homeland by Sam Lipsyte
The River Why by David James Duncan
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon
The ENTIRE Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon
Everything Roald Dahl ever wrote. I know, I’m cheating, AND I picked six. I will skimp on the movies.
Movies:
The Royal Tenenbaums, duh.
Batman Begins
The Fallen Idol
I married a guy who likes movies so that I don’t have to remember the names of them.
Musicians:
The Mountain Goats
The Avett Brothers
The Rural Alberta Advantage
Welcome Wagon
Langhorne Slim
Websites:
My ever-overflowing Google Reader
Books I Done Read, written by my long-lost Canadian soulmate, and the inspiration for the Overdue Book Calendar
Best Week Ever
Flickr, the best way to lose an afternoon on the Internet
Spoonflower because they make my life possible
What advice would you give to artists who are new to Etsy?
Try to make a product that is completely you, something that no one else can make. Being original and being yourself are the most important tools you have when creating art or anything else. Also, get involved with your local Etsy Team! They can help you and it’s great to have someone to talk to who understands what you’re doing.
What are your favorite features on Etsy? What new features would you like to see?
I love the daily Etsy Finds emails. I usually end up finding several new favorites through those. My typical way of browsing is looking through the favorites of sellers whose work I love — if I admire what someone makes, I usually enjoy what they like, too. As far as features, I would love to see some sort of option that would allow you to list a similar item to one you have listed, pre-populating the fields and allowing for editing. I would also love to have a “coupon code” feature!
How do you promote your work?
I have been a blogger for longer than I have been an Etsian so I promote myself on my blog, though I try not to do it very much. The focus of my blog is not my shop and I think that’s important. If it were the focus, then my blog would just be a commercial. What has really helped me in promoting my work is joining my local Etsy Team. I have learned more from the KCEtsy Team in a few months than I had in YEARS trying to figure things out on my own! One of my fellow KCEtsyians, Tara of Polkadot Papoose, asked me what I was doing to promote my work. When I said, “Nothing,” she laughed and said, “Well THAT’S why you’re not selling anything! Your stuff is cute, but no one knows it’s there!” Since then, I’ve learned a lot about search engine optimization and the power of keywording and all sorts of other dorky things.
In ten years, where would you like to be?
In ten years, I would love to have produced a complete line of quilting fabric. Really, I would love to produce ten lines so I better start drawing. I would love to be able to support myself just doing the creative stuff that I love. It would be great if I could be taller but I don’t think that’s going to happen. I would like to travel more and I would especially like to go to Turkey. But I want to live in the same house with the same man and the same dog and the same cat so I am lucky that both of my pets are immortal. (They are, shut up.)
245 comments
Sign in to add your ownMarKhed says:
such a great shop, and a lovely article! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
lovelygifts says:
Great article! Thank's for sharing.
1 year ago
polkadotmagpie says:
Thanks for sharing your life with us. I think you should write something about Aunt June. :-)
1 year ago
mariforssell says:
Beautiful fabrics, enjoy the ride:)
1 year ago
Emmamaha says:
Love this! So refreshingly true to yourself. I love your work:)
1 year ago
AZCreativeStudio says:
Great interview! Congratulations for the feature! :)
1 year ago
RainyPenguinVintage says:
Gorgeous fabrics and amazing pictures. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
Mimisdresshop says:
great interview and love the shop- congrats!
1 year ago
marbled says:
Great article!
1 year ago
Ayca says:
Lovely shop!Thanks for sharing :)
1 year ago
vickiorion says:
Wonderful article! I adore that overdue book calendar -- so clever.
1 year ago
CeliaSews says:
Don't worry - I have no idea what to do with my creative degree either - your fabric rocks though so that's ok : D xx
1 year ago
vickiorion says:
Great article. Love that overdue book calendar -- so clever!
1 year ago
KMalinka says:
Very nice fabric and great pictures!
1 year ago
ellab475 says:
I feel that after reading your article, that you and I would make wonderful friends. I enjoyed reading your story and even more so perusing your shop. You sound lovely and your work shows that as well.
1 year ago
LoveNaturally says:
Lauren, thanks so much for sharing your inspiring story, and your lovely photos. There is something simply beautiful about stacks of colorful fabric.
1 year ago
sweetpoppycat says:
Now this is what I like about the featured seller article. What a nice interview. I have a new favorite shop.
1 year ago
VeronicaRStudio says:
Great article! I love all those fabrics!
1 year ago
AntoinettesWhims says:
So inspiring! Thank you for sharing!
1 year ago
bellabijoujewellery says:
Fanastic shop, and great outlook on running you own business! Congrats on being the featured seller :-)
1 year ago
peaseblossomstudio says:
What a fun interview and lovely work! Congrats on being FS!
1 year ago
ArtistBeingHuman says:
Great designs! Very original!
1 year ago
laurafauna says:
Sounds like you have a really sweet thing going, what an inspiration you are!
1 year ago
monkeyandsquirrel says:
hehehe... love this! thanks so much for sharing. ps... the avett bros are one of my faves too :)
1 year ago
LeslieGallery says:
WOW what an inspiration! This is defininetly Magic Fabric :)
1 year ago
ShineyObject says:
I'm with Ellab475! you're refreshing and funny and I think we'd be friends... My dog is immortal too by the way... ;-)
1 year ago
worksandfinds says:
Thanks for sharing your story. Great shop.
1 year ago
BoydemTreasures says:
Thanx for sharing! beautiful fabrics! when you will be in Turky come to visit, I'm not so far away!
1 year ago
goodgirlsstudio says:
Fabulous product & also, you say you're not a writer but your product descriptions are hilariously awesome (like the overdue book calendar!) :) Loves! Best of luck to you!
1 year ago
TellMeLucille says:
What a unique shop. Love the article! :)
1 year ago
BoydemTreasures says:
Thanks for sharing! Great fabrics . when you visit turkey come to visit' I'm not far away from there
1 year ago
vitamini says:
Great interview! I love your fabrics. And I can tell you, the mythical $5 Eames chair DOES exist! Well, it was actually $6 for me but there were two! BONUS! Congrats on being the featured seller!
1 year ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Beautiful I love your ship fabric, love your colour choices too. I've never tried sewing but I'd like to give it a go someday!
1 year ago
julieandco says:
Congrats! What a lovely peek into your life! thank you.
1 year ago
DanceLikeIts1492 says:
LOVE the shop, the fabrics, the seller! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
KettleConfections says:
Love the patterns on your beautifully designed fabrics. Congrats for making featured seller!
1 year ago
ElizabethPawle says:
Beautiful bags and you're such a lovely person! Really enjoyed this article, it brightened up my rubbish day!
1 year ago
poppyswickedgarden says:
congrats on being the featured seller! Cute stuff:)
1 year ago
wiwicoco says:
Beautiful! love them all. Good work
1 year ago
EverybodyElse says:
Such a great seller! I'm so excited that you featured her for me to find!
1 year ago
camstudiostore says:
Love your patterns...congrats!!
1 year ago
TheSnowshoeLoft says:
I LOOOVE the overdue book calendar, what a great and quirky (not to mention handy) idea! Excellent article. Hey, my weiner dog is immortal too, how about that!
1 year ago
KeepEvolving says:
What wonderful fabrics; and a beautifully honest interview, thanks!
1 year ago
junkyardglitter says:
Great Featured Seller! I love me some fabric!
1 year ago
jbeaudet says:
Great interview! Congratulations on being a featured seller! May you have much more success in the future! :)
1 year ago
chickadeebeads says:
Not a writer...you're *fabulous*! I totally enjoyed your sense of humor. Oh...and your designs are fabulous too! :)
1 year ago
FAIRYTALE13 says:
CONGRATS ON BEING FEATURED - THE OVERDUE BOOK CALENDAR IS ADORABLE AND THANK YOU FOR SHARING THE SPOONFLOWER WEBSITE TOO - HAPPY ETSYING X
1 year ago
cozymemories says:
congratulations Lauren !!! so happy for you !
1 year ago
evertonterrace says:
Delightful read. I do have an Aunt June!
1 year ago
StickTricks says:
I do have an Aunt June, so your shop name made me smile. She doesn't chain smoke or sew much but she bakes ceaselessly, spoils her family and house guests (practically to the point of force feeding), and doesn't take crap from anybody. I really love your fabric! It makes my fingers want to create, even though I can't sew.
1 year ago
dianareulet says:
Yay for fellow Avett Brother fan! Your stuff is way cute too! :)
1 year ago
BGBJewelry says:
This was so great to read! Thanks for sharing and have fun filling your house!
1 year ago
krystajackson says:
My pets are immortal too, so no worries there. I love how your personality just shines through this article. Keep up the good life!
1 year ago
cherryblossomcloset says:
I love the bike/boat fabric you designed and Aunt Jane!
1 year ago
StephanieRasulo says:
Great article, the last line had me cracking up in my cube at work...hahaha!
1 year ago
helenapuck says:
Thanks for sharing your story. I think most people finish their degree and are unsure what to do with it. I think you're putting your field of study to good use.
1 year ago
graciemay says:
I love Lauren's fabric!
1 year ago
Waterrose says:
Love fabric and love what you have created....Isn't spoonflower the best!
1 year ago
doxallodesigns says:
WOW, I adore your fabrics! and since I know nothing about the process, this was REALLY interesting! Continued success to you!
1 year ago
TheZestyDesk says:
Hahaha...my dogs are immortal too! Thanks for sharing your process seems really fun!
1 year ago
barelymeasured says:
I loved reading this as much as I love your stuff. Am now happily following your blog!
1 year ago
AndSoForth says:
Your andyournameis shop is perfect for us grandmothers with grandchildren with unusual names! Absolutely adorable and clever!!
1 year ago
Haileyk says:
great article! you crack me up! Love your stuff too!
1 year ago
michaelangela says:
I just love everything, your story ,your shop, your fabric!
1 year ago
DumbKidDesigns says:
way to go lauren! i love all your fabric! and i love love love my patchwork tote! it fits everything. great article!
1 year ago
HibouCards says:
Great story :) I did not know about Spoonflower and I love it! thanks for sharing :)
1 year ago
BlackStar says:
Well, if you did have an Aunt Jane, she would be very proud of you! Beautiful shop~ :)
1 year ago
BlackStar says:
excuse the typo: Aunt June.
1 year ago
lindaketelhut says:
Terrific interview Lauren. Sounds like you have a perfect balance between your work, art and personal life right now. Good luck as you continue to grow your business! Beautiful work.
1 year ago
elisehooperdesigns says:
Beautiful products! Good luck!
1 year ago
GoodGriefGlass says:
Cute article. Have fun filling your new house! I bet your immortal animals love the smells of a 110 year old house.
1 year ago
cindymars7 says:
Lauren's store has been on my favorites list for such a long time. I truly admire the clean shapes and color choices. She's truly inspiring.
1 year ago
BarefootModiste says:
Pretty first picture. :) Your sewing room looks so organized... I'm admiring the beautiful, neat stacks of fabric... I have tried to keep my sewing room looking that way but I'm failing woefully at it, lol. Cool article. :)
1 year ago
PouchStyle says:
Very talented, thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
OldTimePickers says:
Great feature! Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
CustomDogBandanas says:
Just ordered some of the cycling fabric. I LOVE your shop! And I think it takes a lot of guts to throw out a website that you use. How nice of you! I can't wait to make my next quilt using your fabric! I will send this link to all of my quilting friends! :)
1 year ago
PrettyLovelies says:
Love the overdue book calendar... so clever!
1 year ago
rakshniyavintage says:
Great shop and article! I loved reading this - thanks for sharing with us :)
1 year ago
sweetjane says:
Awesome fabric!! I am a quilter, so I LOVE fabric. Good luck to you!! Congradultions on your success..(and so young!!).
1 year ago
db1920 says:
YAY! I so happy for you. Great feature!!!
1 year ago
Korochuun says:
Awesome article. :) It makes me so happy you like The Mountain Goats!!
1 year ago
McIntyreGirl says:
Good job, Lauren! This is really great :)
1 year ago
EdgeInspired says:
Great shop with lovely items!! Thank you so much for sharing this great article with us :) Wishing you all the very best :)
1 year ago
oversoul says:
oh so cool stuff in your shop! and the river why? thats the best ever... peace & all the abundance :) cj
1 year ago
sarahknightdesign says:
I love these, Lauren. So artistic and still sensible! Lovely feature, wonderful artist:)
1 year ago
ikabags says:
How lovely ! Congrats !
1 year ago
girltuesdayjewelry says:
Fun to read! I never heard of Spoonflower until now. I may be in trouble! Your work is beautiful and I especially love your Overdue Book Calendar--pure genius!
1 year ago
TheVintageRecycler says:
Lauren...be assured that the gates of heaven ARE equipped with pet doors of several sizes. Love your story. And if you find that Eames chair for $5, I will gladly pay you $15 for it...amy
1 year ago
Jusadreamin says:
GREAT story I love your shop, and fabric thanks for sharing your story.I have a shop at www.jusadreamin.etsy.com again THANKS
1 year ago
babook says:
i especial love this interview it quite great . i have somethings realization .....this will be my favorite .
1 year ago
Sewbotslaboratory says:
What a great interview! I didn't realize how many things we have in common!
1 year ago
FabricGalore says:
Love your fabric-great story and shop. thanks for sharing & wish you success!!
1 year ago
Peppercat says:
Such lovely fabric! I will be checking out your shop for sure. Also...I'm super glad I'm not the only one out there with an immortal pet. ;)
1 year ago
tumblebumbletots says:
Great article, witty and informative. I love your stuff - it's very simple and minimalist. The fabric is great!!!
1 year ago
CreativeDoings says:
I love your fabric....good for you! Congratulations. Your Aunt June would be proud. :))
1 year ago
MouseTrapVintage says:
GREAT article, Lauren! Congrats on the feature from another "Hunt". :) I just started a textile and home design business with my friend, Beth. We call ourselves "SquidWhale Designs" and you can find us here on Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/SquidWhaleDesigns?ref=seller_info We also use Spoonflower. It is magic. <3
1 year ago
LuBluDesigns says:
Everything is wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
TheEvesLikeUs says:
Inspiring shop! Fun & sweet one-of-a-kind fabric!
1 year ago
joajewellery says:
ooh, ooh, I want to try it too! :) So much fun!! Thanks xx
1 year ago
kimem says:
Yay Lauren! You are awesome. I love the overdue book calendars! So creative.
1 year ago
lterrill9 says:
Fantastic article! Thank you for sharing! best wishes!
1 year ago
treasurebooth says:
Super neat fabrics and shop! I've been wanting to try Spoonflower for a long time :)
1 year ago
TheKraftRoom says:
lovely shop and interview
1 year ago
monkeyshinedesign says:
Wow---Spoonflower is a revelation! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
TheCottageCheese says:
Lauren - you rock! Talented, funny, cool, adorable. My favorite seller feature ever (and I don't even sew - not yet anyway).
1 year ago
TheCottageCheese says:
P.S. I do have an Aunt June. She's my great aunt and one of the coolest people I've ever know.
1 year ago
artsymomma says:
Lauren is an amazing friend and has been nothing but sweet and kind! (and I am sure she doesnt even know the little thing she did to be kind to me to this day still makes me smile)
1 year ago
jguilddesigns says:
Love these bags! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
GloryBDesign says:
I think I may have died and gone to heaven! Your article opened up a whole new world of possibilities for me today by introducing me to Spoonflower. I have been working on fabric designs in my head for the last year or so. Wasn't sure how to go about turning them into reality. Thanks so much for sharing! Watch for my designs in Spoonflower!
1 year ago
equiliberate says:
Absolutely loved this article! Inspiring and beautiful.
1 year ago
littlepancakes says:
I love the ships fabric!
1 year ago
baconsquarefarm says:
Congrats on being Featured Seller quite an honor but deserving by you. Wish you great success in all you do in life. :)
1 year ago
seaoats says:
i love love love your designs!!! congrats on making the featured seller, you deserve it! :D
1 year ago
FrillyButts says:
Great shop! I was a mall photographer for awhile too, eek indeed!
1 year ago
stubborndogAD says:
Love your designs and this interview! I feel like we just had coffee. Happy crafting and reading Roald Dahl and listening to good music (we are SO on the same page). Maybe someday our immortal dogs will meet.
1 year ago
seriousface says:
love those fabrics!
1 year ago
TendrilStudio says:
Love your work and the interview - your wonderful personality really shines through. :-)
1 year ago
cjaeger says:
Go Lauren!!!!!
1 year ago
thekarmatree says:
Congrats!!! Gonna go grab a cup of coffee and browse through your stuff. Funny how the "there's no aunt june" story kinda became your story!
1 year ago
ameanue says:
Merci de nous faire découvrir ce site où nos dessins textiles peuvent devenir réalité sans vraiment d'efforts! I used to be a textile designer in Sydney Australia and when i came back to Montreal, nothing was going great in that area...so I dropped it...always with a bit of regrets. But now! hey one of these days I might just try have some printed! I think your degree is not lost, you will always have it in the back of your mind showing you the way to achieve any project you start! HAve fun!
1 year ago
polkadotpapoose says:
I'm so proud of you Lauren! You're amazing just as I said. I can't wait until you're a famous fabric designer, and I can buy up all your fabric in bolts :)
1 year ago
WayuuSusu says:
lovely! thank you for sharing a bit of your life with us. cheers. lmg
1 year ago
nettesneedle says:
Enjoyed the read so much, keep up the great work, love you things.
1 year ago
ThirdHandArt says:
Which college did you attend? I've lived in Kansas City, Missouri for 25 years. Very inspiring article!
1 year ago
KiddieKOVE says:
This was a great article. You are so down to earth and so willing to give us tips. I am also an artist and the idea of creating my own fabric is so exciting. Thankyou so much for that info and your article is very inspiring. Sincerely Lanaie
1 year ago
mickiesmuse says:
Enjoyed your article very much!!! Will want you as one of my favs.....I just recently started a children's line of clothing and find your fabrics delightful for any age,hope you continue. Take care, Mickie
1 year ago
doodlekreations says:
Such beautiful work ! Love the fabric designs !!!! Keep up the good work !
1 year ago
JaneMichael says:
great interview. I'm totally following Books I done Read now. so brilliant. : )
1 year ago
lorenabr says:
Great job!
1 year ago
Chovy says:
WOW! I enjoyed getting to know you and reading your article may have brought me closer to really finding my nitch....(I have too many)Thank you for sharing the spoonflower site. I get bored looking at "the run of the mill fabrics" your designs are awesome! Thanks and I will be looking for your line at Joanns someday !!!
1 year ago
julescraft says:
Loved your story and fabrics!
1 year ago
bhangtiez says:
So cool...luv the bicycles....my fave!
1 year ago
cozyblue says:
fabulous article, lauren! super fun fabrics, and the book calendar is pure genius!love, love, love it all :)
1 year ago
WatermelonWishes says:
ooo---laa---laa! i love your fabric designs! congrats on being the featured seller!
1 year ago
BagsSewCute says:
I love your fabrics! Congrats on being the featured seller.
1 year ago
sewscene says:
I'm so impressed! Your designs are the best. Very inspiring. Love your story...
1 year ago
SeashellCollection says:
Great interview...you sound like you are F-U-N, fun!!
1 year ago
blupony808 says:
I love that your "doodles" turn into these amazing fabrics...and I fuss 'n' cuss at my sewing machine too...lol!
1 year ago
TinderBloom says:
I can relate to your style of doodling! I think it's the analytical part of creativity that drives it :) AND I do have an AuntJune! She doesn't smoke but she did sew me a bunch of clothes for my Chrissy doll.AND I too hope to make it to Turkey (again).
1 year ago
TinderBloom says:
AND I love your fabrics :)
1 year ago
kimsjewels says:
I love your bio, I also have a degree that I have no idea what to do with. You are so cute though! Best of luck to you :)
1 year ago
MBTC says:
I love your style of thinking, would love to meet you one day! best of luck! Valentine
1 year ago
nowhiningpleez says:
Wonderful creations. Great inspiration. :)
1 year ago
infusion says:
I really enjoyed your interview.. You seem super fun and sweet and your work totally expresses that! Enjoy being featured seller. It is quite a trip!!
1 year ago
familiarlover says:
what a breath of fresh air! i love your creations. congratulations on the feature! :)
1 year ago
oddsnblobs says:
such a wonderful interview! love your work!!
1 year ago
greengoat says:
Way to go, Idaho! I really enjoyed reading your interview. Nice work.
1 year ago
booloobird says:
congratulations on your success! this was a super cute & realistic feature. you seem extremely down to earth + you're a doodler :) that always = approachable too! thank you for the heads up about Etsy Teams. I've never heard of it and my sales are extremely slow. i hope to go over and learn something new! x0x Thanks for your time & contributions!
1 year ago
olivesandpearls says:
Great prints! I'm an interior designer and I would totally use your fabrics if they were available for upholstery! Good luck with your shop and future endeavors.
1 year ago
thecarry says:
very nice fabic
1 year ago
freakylittlethings says:
Cute shop and what a sweetie! Thanks for introducing me to Spoonflower AuntJune :o)
1 year ago
pinkpong says:
i am unbelievably happy that u would like to come to Turky, and i dont know why:) But you are welcome in our house:)
1 year ago
Furiousdreams says:
Charlie Daniels a fiddle buddy? I'm impressed. Also wowed by the idea of sketching, photoshopping and producing fabric - I learned something. You had me at the Abe Lincoln wedding trip theme and in 10 yrs I bet all your dreams come true. Including the immortal pets! Featured seller = fantastic creative.
1 year ago
mooooshine says:
Thanks so much for sharing your bio. I feel like I have met a long lost friend. Your artwork on fabric is amazing Spoonflower wow thanks for sharing. I am sure your dreams will come true. I like you am also wishing for immortal pets.
1 year ago
MissTanDesigns says:
Great interview! Love the shop!
1 year ago
pillowsbytamilyn says:
Lauren, Hi, you crack me up girl! I loved your blog about the blue wall...it turned out lovely and glad Hubby liked it! He better had! haha Been there, done that with the paint,primer,repeating steps...Grrrrrrrrrrrrr! Your fabrics have inspired me! Great interview! I'll add you to my facebook :) Fondly, Tami
1 year ago
tweal says:
Beautiful fabrics and creations, thanks for sharing :)
1 year ago
MoonDanceTextiles says:
CUTE fabric designs!!!...and you are just TOO funny...reading this definitely brightened up my morning...thanks
1 year ago
FindingFelicityLLC says:
I had no idea one can design their own fabric! Love it. And I adore your Overdue Calendar. Wonderful article -- thanks so much!
1 year ago
Lesleysloft says:
What a great interview, you are a hoot! Just read your blog about the wall painting adventure, I was howling. Love your fabrics, so clever.
1 year ago
craftydella60 says:
What a delightful story!Wishing you the best!
1 year ago
leopposite says:
I love these fabrics so much. They're so original.
1 year ago
inthewineroom says:
I would love to hear a tale or two on "aunt June"...great interview; love your shop!
1 year ago
BizzyBizzyJamJam says:
I love your fabric. Great job!
1 year ago
NeedleNookCreations says:
Love it! Thank You for sharing your story with us!
1 year ago
candicenkatiesart says:
You are amazingly talented!!! Keep being creative please!! Love your shop!
1 year ago
MonstersOnTheBed says:
Keep up the good work! I love your blog too!
1 year ago
BoBoChild says:
all of the books have paid off... not only are u super creative but u CAN write... maybe Aunt June's memoirs are overdue too?
1 year ago
Leatherworks4U says:
Thank you so much for books i done read!! Love all of your fabrics and wishing you continued good luck.
1 year ago
littlewingsdesigns says:
love your fabrics and your story! thanks for the very open look into your life and work.
1 year ago
dollsandguys says:
love those bags!
1 year ago
HBMUSE says:
Sorry...I got hung up on the 110 year old house! Any ghost stories yet....You make fabric design sound so easy..great story! And great fabric designs!
1 year ago
PoshDots says:
Great story!!! I've been anxious to put several of my designs on fabric. Your story may get me off my butt...if I can find time to put down the paint brush, lol!! Congrats. :)
1 year ago
juneshin says:
Congrats on being the FS! I love this interview and your shop. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
PawPrintsOnUrHeart says:
Congrats on the featured seller interview...and you don't call yourself an "expert" (wink)!! Enjoy this milestone and wish you all the best! Still enjoying the patchwork and vintage sheet shopper bags.
1 year ago
ForStrangeWomen says:
i love your interview and your quirk-tastic sense of humor! again, let me know if I can be of any help for you this week. congrats, again
1 year ago
StudioCherie says:
Love the illustration of creative confidence coming out in that story about your dad.
1 year ago
andrea0503 says:
a truly free spirit and great shop by the way!
1 year ago
RitualBath says:
Love this, and I have been wanting to see what you can do with spoonflower, my mother the quilter introduced me to it and I have been dreaming of custom fabrics for clothing ever since!
1 year ago
beaniemaya says:
great article & I love your shop!
1 year ago
zemphira says:
You are awesome! I love your writing and your designs.
1 year ago
NicheWomensClothing says:
Hi Lauren, I just about laughed out loud when I read your comments on wanting to write about your (fictional) aunt June who chain smokes and taught you to sew. Well, that is my mother in real life! Maybe someday you will actually write those stories.... Your prints are so nice! Love your calendar!
1 year ago
luxeu says:
I love those bags
1 year ago
gizecraft says:
What a lovely article. Love the fabrics :0)
1 year ago
BeeKai says:
it's a funny world... you know? I grew up across the river from you in Atchison, KS, and I had an Aunt June whom the family affectionately called JunieBug... she inspired in me a life long love of collecting jewelry (I have her cameos) and that in turn led me to making it... hmmm.... lol. anyway, congrats and best to you...
1 year ago
tatteredlace says:
Lauren, I loved your article! You made my heart so happy, yes...the world is filled with wonders! And, yes, your dog and cat are immortal....they just visit us here on this earth for awhile to remind us that the greatest gifts come from the heart! You are very blessed with a wonderful attitude! Cats rock!
1 year ago
janicewd says:
I enjoyed reading your article and love your shop. You have some great prints. I am not a great sewer but love to go to fabric stores and see all the fabrics and their designs. Great bags too!
1 year ago
sheepinajeep says:
I love your article! May I quote you in the far off land of the future, when I'm in grad school learning and researching about art & creativity in education?
1 year ago
sweetpeatotes says:
Cute bags! Congrats on being featured!
1 year ago
WendyTheStitchWitch says:
Great stuff, great article. I am just starting out on Etsy but definitely agree that having fun and being true to yourself is very satisfying.
1 year ago
michellebrunner says:
Love the sailboat pattern! What a lovely shop:) I love the name AuntJune also!
1 year ago
Babika says:
Inspirational! Made me get up and get going!
1 year ago
SimplyCutebyKarin says:
Fantastic! What adorable fabrics!!
1 year ago
OldWivesTale says:
Your not much as a writer???????? I totally disagree. Your comments are funny and honest. If you wrote a book on your imaginary aunt, I would definitely read it. And possibly forget to write down when its due to be returned to the library on the due date calendar, and in doing so help fund poor libraries. :-) Lovely article, right there with you on hoping that one day I can be self sufficient and live solely on my artistic talents.
1 year ago
KellyLeAnnGallery says:
I loved learning about how you do what you do! I previously did not know what into making fabrics. Beautiful! And I agree with you about the pets, so ARE immortal. =)
1 year ago
SouthIndustry says:
Beautiful work, love it..
1 year ago
cinderelish says:
Congratulations Lauren! I knew you were destined for great things when we met at the honeypot shop. I think you have figured out what to do with your art degree.
1 year ago
kadydesigns says:
Great Article! I love the Flowerberry tote! You're very talented keep up the good work!
1 year ago
MichelleTan says:
and you said you are not much of a writer! I enjoyed reading the interview. awesome stuff!
1 year ago
LaughingBaby says:
I love your artwork! Simple and beautiful designs. The bicycle fabric is the cutest!
1 year ago
MaineHarbour says:
Amazing cute shop! and I love her personality.
1 year ago
saracox says:
i think i would heart fictional aunt june. i have a few alter egos i use to amuse my kids and one of them is marla maples, a hard scrabble smoker from jersey who is brutally honest with them. love her. but she kills my throat.
1 year ago
tinkknitter says:
Great shop! You're so inspirational!
1 year ago
sbmathieu says:
Thanks so much for sharing! Now I want to design my own fabrics!
1 year ago
AvocadosandLace says:
Very cute stuff! Great advice too! Thanks!
1 year ago
LayneyDasher says:
SUper cute article, and btw, love, love, loved the blog. I can't stop laughing at the painting episode! I am totally right there with you, and can relate to it all! Thanks soo much sharing, refreshing, and with out a doubt inspirational!
1 year ago
solcreator says:
Very creative and funky fabrics. I'm always looking for something different to make our bags with. I never make two alike unless its a special request. Thanks for the ideas to! My daughters and I just started selling in April 10, and were always looking for unique items to add to our supplies.
1 year ago
solcreator says:
Love your creative funky fabrics! My daughters and I are always looking for something different to add to our supplies. We try never to make two alike!
1 year ago
pomegranatebay says:
Pretty sure I could be Aunt June, twice removed!! Great interview, and alway refreshing to know someone elses creative juices. Great work!!!!!!!!
1 year ago
poplovedesigns says:
Such beautiful fabrics! Lovely article, thanks so much for sharing your story with everyone! <3 Andrea
1 year ago
MademoiselleG says:
Wow thank's for sharing, very inspiring article :-)
1 year ago
appearences says:
I really liked your article, you know how to tell things in a funny way. Thank you
1 year ago
sweetjane says:
Congradulations on all of your sales. I love to see how this article boosts the featured sellers sales. AWESOME!!! You must be thrilled!!
1 year ago
TheWayUmakeMeFeel says:
Great article! I'm now inspired to get moving and try and get more exposure. Thank you :-)
1 year ago
ChellaBellaDesigns says:
Love the interview. Quirky & fun. You can see why Lauren does well and how much she enjoys doing it!
1 year ago
ginnymae says:
I find sewing meditative, too. When I remember to BREATHE between swear words. Love the article - you should write more. Also love your fabric. Got anything with chickens?!?
1 year ago
GenevieveSavard says:
i would love to experiment with making my own prints on fabric soon! very cool
1 year ago
OpusMuse says:
i love to read the creative process bit of every featured seller. it's interesting to learn about how other creative being think, how their mind works & construction their work. i love your fabric designs Lauren, someday i hope to have enough time to start making things with my sewing machine again. you're inspiring! :)
1 year ago
feltonthefly says:
Great article. I love your sense of humor and your drawing style.
1 year ago
Missteawinkie says:
Thanks for sharing such an inspiring story about fitting so much into your life. We can do it all!
1 year ago
AMictlan says:
I love the boats!
1 year ago
BarkingBirds says:
So cool that you design your own fabric for your totes!
1 year ago
Earthystyle says:
Lovely shop and I really enjoyed this interview :)
1 year ago
VibrantLifeHandmade says:
Congratz on buying a home!
1 year ago
NurseStore says:
Hilarious responses to some interview questions...loved that and love your shop and fabrics! Good job. And pssst-sst, my pets are immortal also. LOL
1 year ago
PurpleDeerVintage says:
I need a ship bag now!
1 year ago
LiliesWhite says:
I love to hear about the design process..love hearing your story and love your fabrics..get busy on that quilting fabric..I love to quilt :)
1 year ago
MiasMunchies says:
Beautiful work :)
1 year ago
aedrieloriginals says:
Great article...loved the story behind the shop name!
1 year ago
StitchesByJeni says:
You have just blown my mind. I had no idea how easy it was to have your own fabric made. This is a whole new craft item I am going to look into.
1 year ago
Teelightful says:
Your calendar is absolutely clever. I love creativity! So cute!
1 year ago
MBraze says:
i love this interview!1st of all, yes your pets ARE immortal, so no worries ;D. Love that very well organized & tidy pic of your studio, wish i could keep mine like that most of the time. And I totally LOVE your writing, and If you wrote about Aunt June or your pets or anything you would publish, I'd most definitely read it!fun & great sense of humour.Thank you for sharing and I suspect you wont be doing secretarial work much longer ;)
1 year ago
donnakazo says:
When I followed the link to Spoonflower, I said out loud, "OH MY GOD" as I never knew this service existed! Your fabric designs are delightful and I do believe that your pets are immortal. Our kitty is 18 and still going strong! Nobody would dare tell Twinkle she's old! best of luck with all of your dreams and your creativity. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
LeafandInk says:
Fabric Envy! This was such a pleasurable article to read. Love her sense of humor to. We know your pets are immortal! Ours are too!!! : )
1 year ago
cristinapires says:
Love your fabric designs : ) We have the exact same sewing machine!
1 year ago
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1 year ago
DebbiesDesign says:
What do you have to do to become a Featured Seller? Thanks. Debbie
1 year ago
RoseyFinch says:
Great story! Thanks for sharing :-) I love the ships fabric
1 year ago
blondegypsy says:
love this! you sound so much like me in how you work! right down the the meditative yelling at the sewing machine!
1 year ago
LoveHonorUpcycle says:
Congrats, awesome fabrics...and I just saw you on Decor8. You go girl!!!
1 year ago
ipson says:
Nice. I love your style!
1 year ago
Delrischio says:
Amazing!
1 year ago
AnRocaid says:
That's a wonderful article! Cool fabrics! <3 the birds!
1 year ago
tinagoshi says:
Your interview was a good read and your products are nice:)
1 year ago
ootch says:
Just getting started and I've already gotten an inquiry as to shipments out of the USA. I noticed you have listed international shipping. Do you ship via USPS? Everything else seems to cost a fortune to ship i.e. FedEx, or UPS. Thanks!
1 year ago