Jen lives in Ottawa, Canada where she handcrafts modern organic kids’ gear and decor for SewnNatural, the shop she shares with her mother. In the fleeting spaces in between mothering, she shares musings, recipes and eco-living tips on her blog, the SewnNatural studio. She is also a member of the Artisans Gallery Etsy Team.
When I look around at the gifts I give and receive, the clothes my family wears, the art on our walls, the dolls I offer my child, I know who made every bit of it and where it all comes from. I’ll pay for that knowledge. And I’m not alone. Our growing hunger for connecting with people is reflected in the popularity of farmer’s markets and purveyors of carefully made food. Call it conscious consumerism, call it locavorism, call it the handmade movement. Many people are now searching for community through interactions with craftspeople and artisan producers.
Photo by SewnNatural
Etsy’s new, curated Artisans Gallery team is full of makers from around the globe who promote and embody these goals in their work. These artists work by hand; they only use commercially made, mass produced components if the end product is a unique artisan design, and a distinct style can be seen in the body of work. If they use industrial machinery, their pieces must have significant individual alterations. 90% or more of the hands-on work must be contributed by the shop owner. There is a genuine connection to a single pair of hands, to a single creative spirit.
As team member Daria from LaLaShoes said, “things made by hand, with a lot of thought and care, are special and irreplaceable. The energy and emotions they carry can’t be put there by a factory machine or an assembly line. That includes the little imperfections that make them so unique. I usually think of factory-made things as inanimate, and of the handmade things as alive. I simply believe well-made handmade things can bring much more joy to the people that will use them, as they do for those who make them.”
In that spirit, let’s take a studio tour with members of the Artisans Gallery team to tell some of the stories behind the artisanal work we see on Etsy.
Victoria, the painter behind Furiousdreams, has been painting for 30 years and working primarily on landscapes for the last decade. “Color is as important to me as form. My work often represents animistic principles in terms of a collusion between nature and innermost emotions. I want to provoke both political and apolitical metaphors; place as a public and personal responsibility, and its abstraction in memento. How do I work? Usually quickly once an idea or inspiration hits. I’ve learned to come back to the work over time and finish after long review. Not every painting is an initial success, but the point is to keep working.”
Maria of mariagotijoyas has been creating with her hands since she was a child. “Trying new techniques, improvising and experimenting with metals and materials are what I like most. Especially making one of a kind jewels. Everything I create starts with melting silver.”
“Then I cut, saw, file, polish, transform and weld the metals to obtain the piece I have in my mind. Last year I moved to a new studio, a place where I have all my tools, machinery and the materials I need for my working process. Until the move I had everything in a little messy room in my house.”
For Lee, team founder and the potter behind OneClayBead, pottery is like meditation. You have to be completely in the moment to throw. Hand building and sculpting also demand a fierce concentration. “I am not so much making something in clay as watching it emerge. There is nothing else quite like it. When I was starting out, another potter told me that first you try to center the clay but then you realize that the clay will center you. I found this to be true. No matter how perfectly a machine makes pottery, it will never make a centered person. I think often of the long history that is told through pottery shards, and I imagine what my work might say to people living 5,000 years from now. I hope that it tells a story of the time when we humans evolved better and more sustainable ways to live on the planet.”
Paula of PaulaArt is inspired by objects that are lost, tossed and forgotten. “I find working with what most people would consider ‘trash’ challenging and fulfilling. There is nothing quite like finding unique objects that have been weathered and beaten up by life and creating functional art from it. My process seems to happen in the moment; when I hold an object and place it with other pieces I start to get a feel for what is possible, what belongs where and ultimately how I will put it together. It feels magical when it comes together!”
For Daria of LaLaShoes, designing and producing something with your hands is the best feeling in the world. “I need for my designs to take life under my hands. I need to put some of my physical energy into them. It’s more like an energy loop than a straight line from A to B. Apart from being very rational and mathematical, I’m too passionate to send my designs to a factory to be made. I’m a selfish designer — I want to keep for myself that feeling of bringing a project to life. All this made me decide not to become an industry designer.”
Roxana is the artist behind IlluminatedPerfume, a line derived from tree resins, leaves, spices, flower petals, sacred woods, citrus peels and more. “This is a tradition that goes back to antiquity — when fragrances were created by hand, in small batches and the plant materials used were like precious gem stones. As an artist the story I am most interested in telling is the vital interconnection between humans and the plant kingdom. My canvas is the skin of the individual who chooses to adorn him or herself.”
Thongbai of ThongbaiTatong works full time in a home studio that houses a fabric addiction — more than one thousand meters in total. “When I am inspired by something or someone, I know exactly which fabrics I am going to use for my next piece. I let my imagination lead me to where and how I want each piece of my work to end.”
Jetty of JKphotography experiments with layers of painted backgrounds, cross processing and ink on negatives. “I try to touch a mood with delicacy. My process can be very diverse. I enjoy the road to the final image, if there is ever a final image.”
Jewelry designer Jean of 3squares left a very stressful job a couple of years ago to focus on her passion. “I love what I do, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Some days I struggle, just like everyone else. But an encouraging word goes a long way. I recently received this note out of the blue from a seller I had never met. It was titled ‘I’m a fan.’ He wrote, ‘I had to go beyond clicking the little heart to say your work is inspiring. The mixed media textures, the use of negative space, and the themes you play with and finesse across your line… You make art, and I needed to tell you that I really, really like it. High five.’”
Rose, the artist behind Waterrose, loves hand embroidery and creates both traditional and “indie” work. “Both styles help to stretch my skill. I think about the wonderful embroidery of all those women and men who have gone before me. It feels like reaching back and speaking the same language. I also think about my pieces lasting into the future and the impact of my creations.”
Schemata‘s Sarah has been hand painting one of a kind holiday ornaments for about four years. She spent her first year finding the right combination of materials and developing her techniques. “Since then it’s become a wonderfully playful process that I look forward to in my studio. My process is very organic, with much of the design and patterns happening on their own. I have control of the palette of colors, but the actual design they make is created through the drying process. For me that level of surprise is exciting.”
Silvia, the knitting artist behind Silvia66, finds it hard to describe how much she loves to knit. “I have walls full of sketches, my cabinets are packed with yarn and the shelves are full of magazines and books about knitting in many languages. When I’m not actually knitting, I’m reading or thinking about knitting. I must confess, I am a knitting addict.”
Thanks so much to Jen and the Artisans Gallery Team for letting us into their studios! It’s always so interesting to see where and how people make their work. You can open the door to your studio by sharing photos on our Flickr pool, Etsy Open Studios.
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219 comments
Sign in to add your ownRedorGrayArt says:
i truly enjoyed this look into spaces where artists create....
1 year ago
JRoseAtelier says:
I love to see behind the scenes photos like this- Great article & thank you for sharing!
1 year ago
StringsnTings says:
Wow- I am completely blown away by all of the talented artists in this piece. Wonderfully done, and such beautiful craftsmanship!
1 year ago
PaulaArt says:
congrats agteam members! thank you for including me, I'm honored!
1 year ago
FoundAndAssembled says:
Paulaart's vases are incredible. Super thick steel and killer paint jobs.
1 year ago
paramountvintage says:
what a wonderful article. i love seeing into the artists space and creative surroundings! and i absolutely adore illuminatedperfume's packaging!
1 year ago
LoveandDream says:
Congrats to all agteam members! i'm honoured to be a part of you!
1 year ago
BeaumontStudio says:
I just love seeing the creative spaces. It motivates me to finally take some good photographs of my studio!
1 year ago
Absurdious says:
Great to look into others studios. Beautiful work and amazing creativity. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
squirrellicious says:
I really love to see the studio's where an item is created! It makes it much more personal and unique. Thanks so much for sharing all :-D
1 year ago
MrsGibson says:
I love this article, thanks x
1 year ago
NoFrump says:
great story! what fun to get a peek into everyone's studios and creative processes! :)
1 year ago
lulubugjewelry says:
I love seeing people in their studios!
1 year ago
SeaFindDesigns says:
So many of my favorite artists here! Great story!!!
1 year ago
IlluminatedPerfume says:
Jen this is a terrific look at the value of handmade, thanks for including me!
1 year ago
AvocadosandLace says:
Really amazing stuff! Thanks!
1 year ago
StoneRayStudio says:
Very inspiring to get a peek at the studio's of these talented and creative individuals. Congratulations to each of you! - Linda
1 year ago
3squares says:
enjoyed this peek into these wonderful studios, and learning a little more about the work and inspiration of these talented artists. i'm thrilled to be here - thank you!
1 year ago
theeye says:
well this was a fun read! congrats to all featured... awesome to see you in your studios!
1 year ago
LeafandInk says:
Studio tours create such a personal connection t the artist. I really value this feature as it brings you closer to the creators that we love here on Etsy. Thank you, Lisa LeafandInk
1 year ago
poppyswickedgarden says:
Oh I love this one So much! Lots of wonderful friends and artists featured today, makes me smile:D
1 year ago
VivaGailBeads says:
thanks for the tour!
1 year ago
Facelook says:
Nice article. To see inside an artist studio is like sitting inside his head for a few moment. Thanks a lot!
1 year ago
elliven says:
what a fabulous post! I love seeing pictures of other artisans studios!
1 year ago
ginnyhuber says:
Nice article; always lovely to see people and their studios!
1 year ago
sonyarasi says:
Very inspiring to look into other artists spaces. In a week I will have a space of my own!
1 year ago
JKphotography says:
It's wonderful to open the door and look where the creativity flows. I feel so happy to be here!
1 year ago
sonyarasi says:
It great to see other artist's inspirational spaces. In a week I will finally have one of my own! Hallelujuh!
1 year ago
heartworksbylori says:
What a delight to my eyes and soul! I enjoyed reading about each and every artisan and it was so refreshing! Thanks for sharing your works with us. xo,~Lori
1 year ago
sonyarasi says:
opps there was a burp ...sorry
1 year ago
Parachute425 says:
Wonderful stories. Thank you When I see the tools in people's work spaces I don't always know what they are - but I want them.
1 year ago
TiagoDesigns says:
I think I'm blown away at just the whole of talent out there period. So many unique ideas and just brilliant craftsmanship....I love browsing through everything. Thanks to all the featured artists, loved your perspectives. Best of luck to everyone...
1 year ago
LoveandKnit says:
I'm so happy to be a member of Artisans Gallery Team. Thank you for this great article Jen, i love to see the studios like everybody :)
1 year ago
visionquest says:
FANTASTIC POST!!!
1 year ago
bhangtiez says:
So many great stories behind these amazing artists...thank u so much for sharing!
1 year ago
bedbuggs says:
Loved this article! It's fun to see other seller's work spaces! ;)
1 year ago
kissadesign says:
What a wonderful read. Thanks for sharing everyone!
1 year ago
anakim says:
Wonderful article Jen, I'm honored to be a member of Artisan Gallery Team amongst so many talented artists.
1 year ago
babyjewlz says:
What an awesome article and group of artists! I really enjoyed reading this piece.
1 year ago
steinschmuckdesign says:
Jen, I am so impressed, this is such a brilliant article and I really like you thank you!!! I am so proud to be in the Team and Etsy thank you very much for featuring my Earrings!!! You all made my Day :D
1 year ago
ikabags says:
Congrats agteam ! What a wonderful girls ! Truly happy !!!
1 year ago
ConjuredMemories says:
Wish my studio looked like these!
1 year ago
Mclovebuddy says:
gorgeous. love the studio tours!!!
1 year ago
thelittlereddoor says:
very awesome! go go AGTeam :)
1 year ago
FavreBijoux says:
Great to see these artists work spaces. Thanks for this.
1 year ago
sherrytruitt says:
A wonderful look behind the scenes. Proud to be a member of the Artisans Gallery Team. xoSherry
1 year ago
ArtisticIntentions says:
Fun! I love visiting other studios!! makes me feel like I need to do some house cleaning (or studio cleaning) though!!
1 year ago
capitalcitycrafts says:
Thanks for sharing information about these talented artists! It's always fun to learn more about the people behind the products.
1 year ago
mariagotijoyas says:
What a wonderful article!!! It's a pleasure being included here with such great artists :D Thanks a lot for all your work Jen!!
1 year ago
fricdementol says:
:) what a pleasure and joy to read this article! Bravo AGteam!
1 year ago
ValerieTyler says:
I love sneak peeks into artist studios. (Somehow it always inspires me to go clean and organize my own, until a few days later when it goes back to a pile of projects!) Lovely artists, lovely work, lovely studios, and lovely inspirations in this article!
1 year ago
PoleStar says:
Just loved this and all the different artist studios! I am honored to be part of the AGTeam!
1 year ago
MDaisleyMoffitt says:
Great article! I enjoy looking at creative spaces.
1 year ago
VintageMarketPlace says:
I just love seeing where people create, how the studios they work from inspire them. So interesting to me. I have a link in my shop so my buyers can see where I create.
1 year ago
VintageMarketPlace says:
I love seeing where people create and how their studios inspire them. I have a link in my shop that shows my buyers where I create. It gives a feeling of shopping right there with me.
1 year ago
TheSnowshoeLoft says:
I absolutely ADORE peeking into these seller's workshops, it's so interesting!
1 year ago
Mimiandlola says:
Thank you for opening up your studios to us! A fabulous article!
1 year ago
birdie1 says:
Fascinating! I've been a fan of Waterrose for quite some time now and so glad to be introduced to the other artists in your feature.
1 year ago
BlueTerracotta says:
Great article, Jenn! Thanks for the peek into your studios. I'm proud to be part of the AG Team!
1 year ago
GoblinSupermarket says:
I love seeing how other people work and how mush mor organized i could be! thanks.
1 year ago
BlueTerracotta says:
Great article, Jenn! Thanks for the peek into your studios. I'm proud to be a part of the AG Team!
1 year ago
simpledream2 says:
What a fantastic article, to put a face to the name/shop makes each item all the more precious. You almost feel like a "friend" has made that for you. Keep opening those doors I love the inspiration it brings. Thanks, Lisa
1 year ago
twoknit says:
Very interesting article, Jen !!! We are happy to be part of the AG Team !!!
1 year ago
LaLaShoes says:
So nice to see all these creative spaces and read artist's thoughts! Splendid article Jen! I'm so proud to be part of AG Team! Thank you Jen!
1 year ago
kanokwalee says:
Wow! Awesome article, Jenn. Very inspiring. Love that I can put faces to names and getting to know a little more about fellow artisans. Thank you for sharing.
1 year ago
calloohcallay says:
Wonderful feature--so much talent!
1 year ago
ThatOldBlueHouse2 says:
Fantastic article...so nice to meet all of you!
1 year ago
casamoda says:
love this tour. thanks
1 year ago
stonecraft says:
My heart starts to beat faster when I see a workbench or studio !!!!
1 year ago
TheJoyofColor says:
Congrats AgTeam nice to see some of the members faces
1 year ago
GreenPost says:
I'm so proud to be a part of this talented team! Great post!
1 year ago
SimpleJoysPaperie says:
Wonderful article! I've admired many of these artists for quite a while. Thank you for sharing their stories.
1 year ago
zime says:
OHH WOW this team is amazing. Full of great artist and really good people!! I'm so happy for you guys!!! Silvia que guapa ;) y Maria ya te lo he dicho miles de veces ARTISTAZA!!! :)
1 year ago
iragranteco says:
Wow you all look great!:)
1 year ago
elisehooperdesigns says:
Love a "behind the listing" glimpse into people's creativity! Thx for sharing.
1 year ago
jensdreamdecor says:
amazing talented artisans!
1 year ago
schemata says:
What interesting behind the scenes images. Wonderful emphasis on the artists who create.
1 year ago
HeatherJaneDesign says:
I love to see people's work spaces. I find it an inspiration to polish up my own. I love to peek and collect organizational ideas. Thanks for this article!
1 year ago
Waterrose says:
So fun to see everyone and read their inspiration words on their craft and art. Thanks Jen for all of your hard work!
1 year ago
voleurdebijoux says:
Fabulous!! It lets you see how an artist truly creates in their personal space...lovelove studio tours!!
1 year ago
OneClayBead says:
This team of creative souls from around the world inspire me every single day. I love seeing the studios and some faces, too! Thanks, Jen! It's an honor to be featured here.
1 year ago
breadandroses2 says:
Such a treat to be able to peek at the work spaces of so many already favs and some new (to me) artisans. Thanks so much, Jen! This is really well done.
1 year ago
ohbabydotcom says:
Fantastic! Would love to have a studio like that :)
1 year ago
JessicaTorrant says:
A fantastic feature - congrats to all! I'm honored to be part of such a talented team. :)
1 year ago
reyaveltman says:
Such an inspirational article! Loved seeing the artisan's studios.
1 year ago
citizenobjects says:
Some of my favorites on this list! Good work, love the studio spaces, and the diversity of artists represented!
1 year ago
sweetjane says:
I also am an Esty Artisian, and I loved reading about others experiences and seeing the pictures of things in the making. This story is an inspiration for me...THANK YOU!!!
1 year ago
inthewineroom says:
Bravo!
1 year ago
Asianexpressions says:
Nice article!
1 year ago
metalmorphoz says:
that was so nice to see all those different studios! some unbelievably tidy and some a bit messy like mine..:-) but for sure it is every crafters' dream to have a spacious studio with a good lighting!
1 year ago
SmilingGirlStudio says:
I READ EVERY WORD AND CHECKED OUT EVERY PHOTO OF THEIR SPACES IN DETAIL....IT WAS A VERY ENJOYABLE "TOUR" AND I THANK YOU!
1 year ago
PurpleDeerVintage says:
(SIGH) Awesome inspiration.
1 year ago
merritthyde says:
Wonderful article Jen - loved this artisan studio tour! I am so proud to be a member of such a talented and creative team.
1 year ago
KMalinka says:
Great article!
1 year ago
sewnewthings says:
Great to see how the art is made - thanks!
1 year ago
onegarnetgirl says:
I love love love thse people- Thank you so much for letting me walk into your studios. Even though we may be miles away, it feels much closer. Thank you guys!
1 year ago
jellybeans says:
Lovely article! I didn't even know about this group.
1 year ago
1022SeaShellAve says:
I leave this article feeling so inspired, thank you!
1 year ago
LittleRedCottage says:
Wonderful article.......it's inspiring thinking of all our work and storage spaces..all unique, like us!
1 year ago
encantodesign says:
Thanks for the article...
1 year ago
rozzie says:
wow inspiring, i love this feature!! great to see the faces behind the work and in their element. I especially admire 3 squares, her work has stood out to me for the past few years and great to see her face too!
1 year ago
18thavedesign says:
This article was great! I really enjoyed reading about the various artists! :)
1 year ago
dragonhouseofyuen says:
thank you Jen for such an inspiring, thoughtful and meaningful article! and for including the tiny hares in the treasury. Lovely to see the studio spaces of the talented artists. Very proud to be a member of the Artisans Gallery Team!
1 year ago
VelveteenHabbit says:
i LOVE seeing other artist's studios it makes me feel better that mine is so cluttered and full of little things that i find i am moved by "trash" or "treasures" "old junk" or "antiquated relics" i can do better when it is clean enough but not so much that i hide all the tiny little treasures that inspire
1 year ago
polkadotmagpie says:
Love seeing artist's studios. It's inspiring. Jean and Rose from EPE, yay!
1 year ago
Arbolpampa says:
I want more studios+artisans photos or videos. Me encanta!!
1 year ago
ClaudiaLord says:
Great article!
1 year ago
GrandAndTaylor says:
Great article! I would love seeing this feature on a regular basis :)
1 year ago
EcoChicHandKnits says:
What a wonderful team! So many wonderful and talented artisans!
1 year ago
SillyBuddy says:
Wonderful!
1 year ago
LeelasArt says:
It is so inspiring to see how people set up they're creative space. I need more shelving!!
1 year ago
hankietankie says:
...great to have a peek at the artist's lifestyle & art! XO
1 year ago
CynART says:
A great look behind the scenes -- thank you!
1 year ago
aforfebre says:
Nice article!!!Congrats AgTeam!!!
1 year ago
dabbledesigns says:
It's awesome to glance in to the lives of fellow artisans!!
1 year ago
SilverSmack says:
Love seeing some of the great talent!
1 year ago
michabella says:
Wonderful article and such awesome work spaces! It's nice to see the faces behind the shops, and these artists' works are inspiring!
1 year ago
Revel says:
If only my studio could be as organized as some of those. I love getting an inside look at other artist's spaces. thank you.
1 year ago
pinksnakejewelry says:
Great Article! Lovely Works! I love to see and read about artists creative spaces!
1 year ago
KCowie says:
Love the article and photos very much.
1 year ago
sisustudios says:
Well written and well photographed! Thanks for being the tour guide!
1 year ago
mazedasastoat says:
OK, how long did the cleaning up take before the studio photos? LOL Great idea for a team... hand made with a vengence!
1 year ago
cynthiadelgiudice says:
Oh, it's so much fun to peek into everybody's studio! Great article!
1 year ago
BasiaMille says:
Very cool article! I really enjoyed reading about each of these artists, and also getting a little peek into their studio and lives.
1 year ago
accessoryalamode says:
Beautifully written article! Wonderful work here, with these talented artists. Enjoyable read!!
1 year ago
Petitecharm says:
Wished i was as tidy and organised. My work place is chaos compared to theirs but i do know where every thing is. Thats my excuse LOL
1 year ago
Wraptureshop says:
So incredible to see the work areas of other artists - thanks!
1 year ago
billetsdoux says:
Fabulous post.......enjoyed reading about the artists and their studios. Thanks a lot!
1 year ago
eliwill says:
love, love, love this piece!!!! Thanks for doing it.
1 year ago
3FUN says:
Such a fantastic article!!! It's great to see my teammates and their workspaces! I'm so proud to be a member of the Artisans Gallery Team :)
1 year ago
Cruisedesigns says:
Lovely little tour!
1 year ago
StudioCherie says:
fabulous article. I hope more teams will contribute this kind of article
1 year ago
Khuyay says:
Amazing thank you for sharing...
1 year ago
aroluna says:
Jen! it's such a great article! wonderful to read and peek team mates' creative spaces!!! Congrats!!!
1 year ago
Sumikoshop says:
Great article!! Congrats !!
1 year ago
Huismus says:
I am thrilled to see your faces, I loved your work already! :-) Huge congrats on this fabulous feature, you all rock!
1 year ago
limkake says:
It's so amazing. I like handmade too~
1 year ago
rakshniyavintage says:
This is awesome - it's so great to see the behind the scenes!
1 year ago
13threads says:
Wonderful article!
1 year ago
NiuTaller says:
This is a fantastic article!!!it's been great to see the team mates studios and reading it!!thanks and congrats Jen!!!
1 year ago
lorenabr says:
Very cool Love it!
1 year ago
piscesandfishes says:
One day I will organize my lab too. Everybody has the right to dream!!
1 year ago
streetnoodles says:
always nice to see and compare how much a slob i am :D
1 year ago
Adictaaloscomplemnts says:
fantastic article!!!so nice!
1 year ago
littlebugjewelry says:
Great article about an inspiring group of artists!!
1 year ago
gretchenmist says:
i love articles like this! thanks jen. super happy to be part of this team too ~ am always amazed and inspired by the incredible work of the other members :)
1 year ago
gaylezoe says:
Great article, it's great to see how other people work.
1 year ago
Donauluft says:
A pleasure to read this! It´s so inspiring to be in this team! Thank you !
1 year ago
CraftsByKeri says:
Very nice article! It is really neat to see behind the scenes!
1 year ago
debdeanart says:
I'm breathless with the creativity, the passion, the quality of all of the artists here! I'm anxious to visit their Etsy shops and see their collections. Thank you for an inspiring, fascinating look behind the scenes! Much success to all!
1 year ago
kathryncole says:
Wonderful article!!!
1 year ago
RamshackleStudio says:
Great article!
1 year ago
GroovyPumpkin says:
Wow, great reading - and some fantastic work!! Well done!
1 year ago
solsticehome says:
wonderful!! loved this look into the creative spaces and the people who create such amazing work.
1 year ago
kimmchi says:
wow, great work
1 year ago
ThePeachTree says:
Fantastic article! It's been such an honor being a part of this ridiculously inspirational team!
1 year ago
CatherineKoors says:
Studio's are some of my favorite places to be! I "love" getting "lost" in mine. It's great. The work on this page is truly amazing.
1 year ago
TuckamoreDesign says:
@ Jean of 3squares - what a wonderful compliment from a fellow artist. You can't do better than that! Everyone's work - and attitude - is inspiring. Thank you for sharing their stories!
1 year ago
Silvia66 says:
I'm very happy to see me featured in such a lovely article. It is an honour to be part of this talented group of great artists, as Artisans Gallery Team is. It would be lovely to see some pictures of all your studios... there is always many things to learn from others working spaces. Thank you so much again and a big hug to you all :)))
1 year ago
ixela says:
Great adorable post... so lovely to see all these great artists and friends here!!! I'm really happy to be part of this wonderful group!!!
1 year ago
claycoyote says:
LOVE the mini dress!!!
1 year ago
tricotaria says:
Great article! It was a pleasure to make this tour through the Artisans Gallery Etsy Team. Congrats to you all!
1 year ago
coffincrafts says:
Thanks for the great article! I'm in the process of setting up my own workspace, and it was very cool to see other artist's studios! Gave me some great ideas and lots to look forward to. I think the local/handmade/artisan revolution is near, never have I seen so much emphasis on the local farmers markets and craft fairs than as of late! Viva La Etsy! :)
1 year ago
coffincrafts says:
Thanks for the great article! I'm in the process of setting up my own workspace, and it was very cool to see other artist's studios! Gave me some great ideas and lots to look forward to. I think the local/handmade/artisan revolution is near, never have I seen so much emphasis in the local farmers markets and craft fairs than as of late! Viva La Etsy! :)
1 year ago
GlazedOver says:
It is, without a doubt, a tremendous honor to be a member of this amazing, gifted team. Wonderful article, Jen. Brava!
1 year ago
AshlynDesign says:
What a wonderful article and thanks to all the artisans who shared pics of their awesome work spaces! I'm one of the lucky ones who also enjoys having my own special studio (two!) where I can create to my heart's content. ;-D
1 year ago
jecavintage says:
Great article. I love reading what inspires etsians.
1 year ago
kathiroussel says:
a wonderful range of work and views of studios of my team mates-- a talented bunch-- it's a pleasure to be part of this group of hard working and creative artists!
1 year ago
TrimsNmore says:
Love the article. Such great talent out there, so inspiring.
1 year ago
LoveNaturally says:
It's so wonderful to get a peek into these amazing artist's studios, and I am thrilled to be a part of this talented team.
1 year ago
MinjiLee says:
lovely team!
1 year ago
lilabelledesign says:
very inspiring , gorgeous stories
1 year ago
autumnraincreations says:
Thank you for posting behind the scenes of these talented Etsy Artisians. Lovely work, very inspiring!
1 year ago
julessabjewelry says:
I absolutely adore Jean's designs from 3squares! Congrats Jean and keep up the fabulous designs! You're an inspiration to me!
1 year ago
Furiousdreams says:
Congrats to all the hardworking Agteam members and to Jen for taking the lead on writing this fascinating article. Peeking into these artists' processes and studios is an added treat! It's an honor to be included in the company of so many talented and generous artisans.
1 year ago
SilverCoastSeaGlass says:
Sweet Mini dress with cowl neck
1 year ago
staroftheeast says:
Awesome to see all these workspaces and lovely faces!
1 year ago
QWorks says:
v inspiring article! very interesting! all talented artists, well done!
1 year ago
gilstrapdesigns says:
I really enjoyed reading this article I've always loved the open artist studio interviews. It's so interesting to see where and how we all work and our own little workspaces.
1 year ago
Steampunkitis says:
Love seeing all the great work spaces. I am inspired to get organized.
1 year ago
minusplusminus says:
Very inspiring article! Thank you. +++
1 year ago
leighmade says:
Great article! Love reading about others who enjoy making things with their hands.
1 year ago
littlelioncreations says:
Love it! Can't wait to have my own room that I can call "my studio" =]
1 year ago
treeoflifestudio says:
It is wonderful to see artists in their work spaces.
1 year ago
ReDFindz says:
Truly inspiring article. I love the stories of modern day artists and what inspires them.
1 year ago
GalleonGal says:
many colorful tactile and wonderful hand crafted items here. love the rabbits, cameo and unique clock
1 year ago
1elegantlady says:
I like to see that there are other artisans out there. I sometimes feel like I'm alone in my studio/ But I still love to work in it. I also like to see where others work. We are all sooo different arent we?
1 year ago
jodieflowers says:
So inspirational!
1 year ago
heatherfuture says:
Oh yay! Some of my favourites here! Great great great article!!!!!
1 year ago
ArtMadeByTammy says:
Awesome Post!! I love seeing these Beautiful faces behind their amazing creations.
1 year ago
Raceytay says:
What a fabulous post, Jen. Thank you for your hard work in brining us this behind the scenes peek at other artists within the community. It's so very interesting to see how others work and hear about their experiences.
1 year ago
remantics says:
Fab article, thanks!
1 year ago
mygoodness says:
I want to see more, more, more! Seeing the artisan at work in his or her work environment transmits pure energy to the rest of us looking for inspiration! more, more, more....
1 year ago
ThongbaiTatong says:
Wonderful article, Jen!! Well done! So nice to learn more about other artists. Lots of creative energy and inspiration here. And thanks so much for the feature!
1 year ago
blindspotjewellery says:
Congratulations!! Many favotites here!
1 year ago
Auka says:
great article! Maria, I've loved the new use of the "paella". ;-DDD
1 year ago
newhopebeading says:
Beautiful pieces!
1 year ago
stonedglass says:
What a fun peek into other studios, and a great variety of crafts! I agree, there is nothing better than a handmade item, either as a gift or just for yourself!
1 year ago
designlab443 says:
Love the peek into other artist's worlds, thank you for sharing!
1 year ago
seaoats says:
love love love seeing people and their studios. so inspirational...thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
ElderArc says:
Wonderful article! It's fascinating to take a look behind the scenes. :)
1 year ago
MetalRocks says:
Wish my studio was near as organized as these! Glad other's have it much more together. There is hope!! Love the insight!
1 year ago
rachaelbrooke says:
I love the idea of a virtual studio tour - thanks to all you wonderfully talented artisans for letting us take a look inside your space. Very inspiring as I get ready for our annual studio tour here in Madison, WI.
1 year ago
Laminated says:
Thanks for reminding me that a great space to create need not be huge! My office space is shared with our clothing in our walk-in closet and fabric is cut on an extra large mat on our bedroom floor!
1 year ago
italiacraft says:
Great article! Nice choice of artisans. Very inspiring!!!
1 year ago
CourtneyandChristine says:
Great article. I like when you can put a face on the artists' work. Inspiring. Thanks!
1 year ago
monkeyminddesign09 says:
Love it! Boy I really need to show my work space a little love and organization.
1 year ago
thesittingtree says:
Great article, Jen!! Thanks so much for the wonderful photo of my yarn, too:)
1 year ago
EvesLittleEarthlings says:
Great article Jen!
1 year ago
NancyvdBoom says:
That's really great to see artists of the team! Thanks for the article
1 year ago
silverknots says:
Wonderful Article Jen! I'm not alone!
1 year ago
Earmark says:
this is a great article! Well done Jen! I love this team! Everyone is sooo talented!!
1 year ago
terminy says:
Beautiful stories!!!
1 year ago
barby303 says:
Great piece! Loved seeing other studios and what people enjoy creating.
1 year ago
Furiousdreams says:
I was involved in a move from the northeast to the south as this article went 'live'. It was a wonderful surprise to find it during my transit back to Atlanta. Thanks so much Jen and Etsy - the Artisans Gallery Team is a highly talented and generous group!
1 year ago
Torann says:
Love this.....I love seeing other peoples studios so much I run a blog called 'Where people create'! :) thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
NancyvdBoom says:
I came back to watch this again. I know some of these fine artists. They are great and their items too ;-)
1 year ago
MetalAdornments says:
Lots of great stuff! I just added mine. They aren't anything great like these though. http://www.flickr.com/photos/31155830@N03/?savedsettings=5793846509#photo5793846509
1 year ago
LAZEJEWELLERIES says:
Thank you so much for sharing this insight.
308 days ago