Tell us a bit about yourself.
My name is Andie, and the handsome specimen of a man is my husband, Jason (my partner in sweets). Together, Jason and I form the small design team, Andie’s Specialty Sweets. We cater to the sugar art arena and mainly make cake embellishments and decorative candy. Our goal is to produce beautifully crafted and delicious edibles to inspire and assist in our customer’s creative ventures. Much of the vision of our pursuit is to offer sugar design that allows our customers the flexibility to focus on other aspects of the confectionery presentation as a whole, which can be a task in and of itself. We are developing some unique recipes and techniques and feel we are just at the start of a world of possibilities. One of these possibilities is a new and exciting line of decorative candy, currently being developed, that we hope to debut at the beginning of the year.
Our family consists of three lads and one lass. We also include a strapping 15-year-old in our clan whom I gave to wonderful adoptive parents seven years prior to meeting Jason. We currently make our abode in the Los Angeles area, but are on the precipice of expanding our business and have chosen the state of Washington for our future home. The idea of getting our fingers in the soil, shoveling snow, making our own dairy products, raising chickens, and having an apple and cherry orchard (and maybe plums) is completely thrilling to us. We’re also looking forward to finding our own energy source/getting off the grid.
Apart from creating things, what do you do?
At this point in our lives, we have a lot of people depending on us. We spend the majority of our day creating for our customers. The rest of our time is spent on the other dependent individuals in our lives — the four kids mentioned prior, who are all under eight years old. Needless to say, we devote full days to piecing together superhero costumes and sitting down for a few minutes in our four-year-old child’s hair salon.
What would be the title of your memoir? Why?
I don’t think I’d ever be inclined to write about myself, but hypothetically, I suppose the title would be A Vacation From My Mind. Jason thought of another (less flattering) title for my memoir — Is It Just Me, Or Am I Crazy?
Where does your inspiration come from?
Whatever is around me. I’m constantly looking for things that can be transformed into some appetizing surprise — it’s just so exciting!
What does handmade mean to you?
Handmade represents less of what I don’t want — quickly produced, overpriced items meant to have a short life span and usually produced under unfavorable working conditions — and more of what I do want: items made with superior quality and class, the kind intended to be passed down and branded by the individual’s attention to detail, personality and creativity.
Who has been most influential in your craft?
I’ve been blessed to learn from a handful of gifted instructors. My parents let my brothers and I try out any idea we had. In my young adult years, most of my learning was through private and hands-on instruction, reading tons of books, and turning out experiments of every sort. The non-traditional, non-university path was partly to assist my unbalanced affection for snowboarding. Thankfully, it worked out in my favor.
When did you know you were an artist/maker?
Probably when I was about five. I was happy sitting at the kitchen table with my paper and pencils for hours on end. I do remember my mom getting excited over a picture I drew that contained elements of perspective, with detail and scale diminishing in the background. Today, we see our sons doing the same thing without any formal instruction in perspective.
How would you describe your creative process?
My creative process starts with a brain that I have only recently learned to turn off that is reeling with ideas and methods; my process usually ends with a bunch of sticky notes stuck all over our wall. The sticky notes get moved around until I see a break in the schedule and find enough time to whittle my idea to reality.
If you could peek inside the studio of any artist, designer or craftsman (dead or alive), who would it be?
Oh, we wouldn’t mind being flies on the wall of an Irish countryside while Vladimir Longauer worked his magic. I don’t know if authors count, but we also enjoy the worlds and imagery Roald Dahl has crafted in his books. Besides discussing a strategy to creaming and sugaring a chocolate river without Oompa Loompas, we’d also enjoy picking his brain about his concealed identity as a Secret Service Agent. Finally, we’d love to take a look over Terry Gilliam’s shoulder as he wielded some fantastic animated fusion of his own art.
What handmade possession do you most cherish?
We have some real treasures. We come from a heritage of artists and makers, with quilts dating back to the Depression Era (made out of men’s dress shirts), to amazing hand-carved ducks and decoys, to hand-thrown pottery, paintings and needlework. But out of all these possessions, nothing causes more pain then when a drawing from one of my kids gets passed off to a relative or neighbor and it just doesn’t appear that they are appreciating it as much as mom would.
Where would you like to be in ten years?
Ah…we love surprises! We’re always looking back in amazement as one surprising chapter after another unfolds. We have some exciting goals for meeting an increase in demand and we are developing new processes and systems for a more efficient handmade service, but we’re happy to trust God with all these details. Drop us an email in ten years.
352 comments
Sign in to add your ownTheSlyFox says:
Yay! I am so glad for you!!
1 year ago
phydeauxdesigns says:
Congratulations! I so adore your shop and am absolutely delighted to see your well-deserved recognition!!!
1 year ago
rosemreyes says:
I love their shop. Very fun feature! Thanks for sharing it!
1 year ago
shizendesigns says:
Amazing creations! They are too pretty to eat (although I'm sure they are too delicious not to eat!) Wow, I adore your shop.
1 year ago
BooandBooFactory says:
I've been a fan of your shop for a while! Happy to see you featured! Congrats!
1 year ago
TheFancyLamb says:
Love this shop! What a great choice for featured seller. Congrats!
1 year ago
VeronicaRStudio says:
Congratulations on the feature, your sweets look amazing! I bet they taste amazing as well...
1 year ago
SweetandDandyVintage says:
Oh my! Those have to be the most beautifully appetizing sweets I've ever seen! I love woodland themes! Going to heart your shop now. Congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
AvianInspirations says:
Absolutely stunning sugar art! Best of luck!
1 year ago
BeatificBijoux says:
So happy to see you here! Your work is so magical. You deserve to be featured. Congrats!!
1 year ago
JewelryByJLy says:
Such amazing creations! Magical even! Congratulations on the feature!
1 year ago
virginiaclara says:
I'm so excited to see you featured and read your story! Your beautiful work inspires me everyday. Congratulations on all of your success!
1 year ago
volkerwandering says:
What an amazing unique store you have! I especially love the mushroom covered log!
1 year ago
sonyarasi says:
Wow what amazing sweets! Congrats on your feature!
1 year ago
betsyandiya says:
I'm a bit blown away by this. Edible Sugar Woodland Foliage---whaaa!??? I'm speechless. Love this featured seller!
1 year ago
studiocatb says:
Andrea! You are featured seller!!! Yay! I miss you and I hope to catch up with you soon! Love and hugs to you and the family = )
1 year ago
TheFeatherBoutique says:
Congratulations! You definitely have an amazing and unique talent, thank you for sharing it with us Etsians! :)
1 year ago
humblebea says:
Congrats on the feature... you deserve it! (-:
1 year ago
StudioBotanica says:
I have loved your shop for a long time! Congrats on the well deserved feature!!!
1 year ago
PoetryofObjects says:
Beautiful! The walnuts are crazy wonderful!
1 year ago
NeedleAndIron says:
Wow... just WOW! You should totally have your own cooking show, books, and your own tours of awesome sweets! I am so glad im not your neighbor. Besides the fact that you would get sick of me, Id probably get sick too and weigh a billion lbs.... but yes your creations are wondrous!!
1 year ago
UrbanCountryPhoto says:
Incredible creations. They are very realistic. No doubt you will continue to be a success.
1 year ago
thehappycouple says:
I have been a fan for awhile. The creativity and detail is just amazing.
1 year ago
Raceytay says:
This is awesome! I'm so happy for you - long overdue :)
1 year ago
SalvagedSoul says:
always loved this shop!
1 year ago
sensitivefern says:
If only they could be keepsakes! So lovely and perfect. xoxo
1 year ago
amandajphotos says:
I have coveted just about everything in your shop for a long while now! Lovely getting to know more about you and your clan. Your sweets show true genius! Congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
amandajphotos says:
And, I totally agree with Raceytay--LONG overdue. ;D
1 year ago
bstudio says:
One of my favourite shops, I love the imaginative quirkiness they bring to their items. I always get a kick out of looking at their wonderful listings!
1 year ago
amysfunkyfibers says:
Wonderful work!
1 year ago
rebourne says:
Absolutely mind-boggling!!
1 year ago
Balanced says:
love this shop! congrats!!
1 year ago
TheBakersDaughter says:
I have long admired your exceptional work!! A very hearty congratulations on the feature!!
1 year ago
lovelygifts says:
Wonderful! Congrats!
1 year ago
cupcakegangster says:
i loveeeeeeeeee seeing you guys pictures always on the front page. such beautiful items & omg you can eat them too. so willy wonka! i want to be invited over just to take a bite of everything you make! lol so happy for you to be featured!!!
1 year ago
LaughRabbitJr says:
So cool --- and edible? Now I'm hungry! Congratulations on feature.
1 year ago
LetterChef says:
I never knew sweets could be so unique. Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
NorthWoodworks says:
Amazing realistic edibles. Congrats on the feature.
1 year ago
JarosDesigns says:
Love your shop and what a wonderful interview!
1 year ago
amberike says:
Awesome goods! Congrats.
1 year ago
MootiDesigns says:
Beautiful creations. Congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
myvintagecrush says:
Adorable and so detailed! Great feature!
1 year ago
PruAtelier says:
I have admired your sweet "sweets" and am glad your work is showcased... Bravo! I am also of the mindset of thinking "outside of the box"....doing what has not been done....translating common everyday items into spectacularly uncommon! Happy to see you foster that creative spirit in your family and best of luck in your move!
1 year ago
TIMELESSLUSTER says:
I knew it was only a matter of time before you all got featured. Congratulations....................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1 year ago
trottinette says:
I often take a peek in your shop, I think your sweets are absolutely fantastic !
1 year ago
JewelryBySS says:
Such exquisite detail to your creations. They always look WAY to real and beautiful to ever eat. Congratulations and may God bless you as you venture out with your family to a new and exciting territory.
1 year ago
WrenWillow says:
YAY!!!!!!
1 year ago
mudandtwig says:
Incredibly happy for your success and chance in the spotlight! Well deserved. I'm such a fan - your work is amazing and your shop is put together so, so beautifully. A premature 'Welcome to Washington!'. You're going to love it here... Bellingham would be perfect for you ;)
1 year ago
RivalryTime says:
Love your stuff.
1 year ago
erinf115 says:
Congrats!!! Always been a big fan of you guys!
1 year ago
VictoriaWest says:
WOW... All your items are absolutely gorgeous! Congrats!
1 year ago
VoleedeMoineaux says:
Love it!
1 year ago
mysticrafts says:
Your so talented. Congrats on the feature:o)
1 year ago
lookinglasshouse says:
I have long admired the fantastical wonders of your shop! Reading your interview, makes me admired your spirit as well. Your "fly on the wall" choices, are all artists that have inspired me too. Good luck with your move to Washington, I can only imagine what you will do with cheese! :)Hollyce
1 year ago
dollybirdboutique says:
wow love it x
1 year ago
WhisperingOak says:
Fantastic product. Your edibles look so real. Love everything in your shop
1 year ago
riverluna says:
Congrats! I love your shop!
1 year ago
464Handmade says:
glad to see you as featured seller! love your shop and your beautiful creations!! congrats!!!
1 year ago
BlackStar says:
Congrats on being picked for Featured Seller! Your shop rocks.
1 year ago
SeaGlassJournal says:
Congrats on being featured. Good luck with your business.
1 year ago
paramountvintage says:
incredible!!! so creative and unique... and delicious!
1 year ago
AnnealedHeart says:
Congrats on the feature... your shop is scrumptious! The edible scrabble tiles and vintage buttons are so fun!
1 year ago
AlisaDesign says:
Amazing! Yummy shop!
1 year ago
needleyou says:
So neat! This is what I love about the Featured seller portion of Etsy - reading about folks like you. : ) I especially like your definition of handmade. Congratulations on your success!
1 year ago
MegansMenagerie says:
Beautiful! Congrats on the FS!!! =)
1 year ago
willowship says:
wow, mind-blowing! love your work. and, such a fun interview! best of luck xoxo
1 year ago
unflappableproducts says:
That is what I call confection perfection-how about those scrabble tiles huh-amazing!
1 year ago
CountrySquirrelsRUS says:
Congratulations as a featured seller! Love the shop and interview!
1 year ago
AdornmentsNYC says:
Fabulous, stunning! Congratulations!
1 year ago
scandivintage says:
Your work/life is stunning! :)
1 year ago
Rewoodtoys says:
Delicious and adorable!
1 year ago
ArchetypalTheatre says:
So nice to learn more about the individuals behind one of my favorite shops! I'm looking forward to the next occasion that calls for a beautiful dessert =)
1 year ago
embellishedbytiffany says:
Wow! STUNNING Work. You are very creative and talented... and with 4 little munchkins... How do you find the time! Best wishes for even more success!
1 year ago
Misstiques says:
Incredible edible art! Congratulations on being featured.
1 year ago
grayworksdesign says:
Oh my! CONGRATS Andie! You totally deserve the feature! Wonderful. I'm so happy for you. PS Love the Yule Log pic :)
1 year ago
handprintlady says:
Your work is amazing!
1 year ago
oddlyaddictive says:
Yum Yum, I just love your buttons and other decorative treats.
1 year ago
yoliesquer says:
beautiMOUS SHOP...so detailed and looks too good to eat. Congratulations on being a featured seller. :)
1 year ago
paperdollaccessories says:
ooh! Congrats! Well deserved! Amazing shop! yipeeee!
1 year ago
MarKhed says:
oh oh I'm so happy to see you featured here! You are so talented and wonderful! I have loved your shop since forever and I wish that it was less expensive to have your beauties shipped to Canada!!! congrats!
1 year ago
iowajewel says:
so happy to you guys as featured sellers, your creations are amazing!!!!! enjoy your sweet life!
1 year ago
KingSoleil says:
I'm so happy for you! You have been one of my favorite shops for a while now and was so excited when I saw your picture on the homepage. Congrats congrats congrats!
1 year ago
brownpigeon says:
Fascinating pictures! You are so talented! Best of luck to you!
1 year ago
nikid says:
Wonderful feature on a great artist!
1 year ago
TheLonelyHeart says:
Wow you guys are SOOOOO creative!!! Congrats on the front page you deserve it!!!!! In LOVE with your shop!
1 year ago
ImagineThatCustDesig says:
WOW Art and Sweets! Two of my favorite things. Your Creations are Awe Inspiring! Love it all Best Wishes, Tammy
1 year ago
HomenStead says:
WOWSERS!!!!!!!!!! Amazing creations! What an artist! Congrats!!
1 year ago
Feille says:
One of my faves! congrats!
1 year ago
kangelini says:
Congrats--as a fellow sugar artist--I am so happy to see you featured--I know the type of time, energy and passion that goes into creating items like these-best of luck for a successful and happy future!! ox
1 year ago
AmberGypsySky says:
I am so hay you're featured! I always loved your creations :)
1 year ago
Xenotees says:
So well-deserved! Congratulations Andie!
1 year ago
Ciaffi says:
Dear Andie: we are so happy for you!!! You're the best!!! :-) :-)
1 year ago
SeaPinks says:
Fantastic to see you featured, congratulations!
1 year ago
themefragrance says:
one of my favorite shops! glad to see this and congrats!
1 year ago
SeventhCloudStudio says:
Wow, amazing stuff! I'm soooo passing this shop along to my sister, a wedding planner in training.
1 year ago
MySelvagedLife says:
Yay Andie! congrats, it is so well-deserved!!!!!
1 year ago
birdie1 says:
Incredibly inspiring! All-time favorite shop and seller.
1 year ago
berryandrabbit says:
Amazing sweets shop ! Congratulations on the feature :)
1 year ago
KettleConfections says:
One of the first things that come to mind when I think of candies on Etsy are the pictures of your beautiful chocolate toadstool mushrooms - so glad to see you get featured!
1 year ago
ACupOfSparkle says:
It is so hard to believe that these are edible :)
1 year ago
WereRabbit2006 says:
Awesome shop, congratulations !
1 year ago
awoolgatherer says:
I love this shop! Congratulations!!
1 year ago
KcSoapsNmore says:
Congrats Andie, you totally deserved this! YOu shop has always been one of my Favorites-but you know that.
1 year ago
2007musarra says:
Wonderful! I am so in awe of your edibles. They look like the real thing. Your craft is amazing!!! Good luck on the move and the future.
1 year ago
matesrubbish says:
congratulations! i knew it was only a short time before your goodies would land you in the featured sellers hall-of-fame.
1 year ago
MadeMerriShop says:
I've been a fan of your shop for some time now- so excited to see you featured here! Congrats!
1 year ago
BookCraft says:
Wow! What creative & clever items! All the featured sellers of course are creative & talented & deserve it, but this is definitely the most creative & talented seller that I have seen here thus far. Everything looks SO real. Congrats!
1 year ago
LAccentNou says:
Awwww, Andie! I'm happy to see your face and Congrats on the feature! Your work is gorgeous! xx
1 year ago
Reclaimedcrafts says:
gorgeous work andie! :) x
1 year ago
violintide says:
Everything looks awesome! Congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
cassandrastephanie says:
WOW! These are beautiful. Congrats on the feature
1 year ago
ErinAntiques says:
Love your shop, all looked too pretty to be eaten! Gorgeous! Congrats :-)
1 year ago
kaniko says:
LOVE your work!! Wish I could have another wedding just to have your designs on our cake! Gorgeous stuff -- will keep in mind for any and all occasions to come :)
1 year ago
MagpiesShop says:
Oh finally you got this!!! Ive been in awe about your works since I joined etsy, and Im very glad you got this exposure :) Oh my - the flour and caster sugar clouds must be sky high in your bakery now!!
1 year ago
Bmbyx says:
I want to eat your entire shop, nom-nom-nom :o)
1 year ago
rebeccasanchez says:
Wow! So different!
1 year ago
jennysmith1 says:
I love your designs! They have so much character! It's too bad you are leaving Los Angeles as the more artists we have the better! More artists than actors would be nice!
1 year ago
psyboom says:
I love your work! So creative :) Congrats on the feature!!!
1 year ago
PariDesign says:
My favorite shop. Congrats!
1 year ago
allthebestvintage says:
Love all your designs, you have an incredible gift. Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
BraveTurtleCreations says:
I love everything in your shop! It's so awesome and pretty!
1 year ago
HolmesandWatson says:
Loved reading your interview and your sweets seem almost too good to be true (adore the gears)! Congratulations on the feature!
1 year ago
jebeach1 says:
Wow, congratulations! I checked out your shop and you guys have amazing talents! They look so real! I will keep your shop in mind for our wedding cake and parties!
1 year ago
accentonvintage says:
Love the edible whimsy! Beautiful!
1 year ago
wwbc says:
Congratulations on the recognition of your delicious delights!
1 year ago
steampunkfunk says:
Yay! So excited for you! Congrats!
1 year ago
Lilesadi says:
I love the golden leafs!
1 year ago
everythingok says:
You are SO FLIPPING COOL. Congrats!
1 year ago
anotherghostquilts says:
Sweet sweets! Nice feature. Good luck with your shop.
1 year ago
dparkin says:
Neat to read the interview and hear some of the story behind the magic- I've been following your shop for about a year!
1 year ago
candycanecottage says:
Hard to believe all those cool items are edible! Welcome to Washington state by the way. It is a beautiful and fairly slow-paced place to live.
1 year ago
thebibliophile says:
Blimey, it's amazing what you guys can do with sweets! Great shop and great article, all the best for the future.
1 year ago
GoodAndOld says:
mmmmmmm....on all counts.
1 year ago
Verdurebydesign says:
You have an amazing product. Love the tiles and buttons. Congratulations!!
1 year ago
TheLaughingLlama says:
Wow! Your work is wonderful and enjoyable to look at and eat! My favorite is the gears...they look extremely yummy.
1 year ago
JulienDenoyer says:
Such creativity, I absolutely love your shop!!!! congrats on the Feature!
1 year ago
cherrytime says:
We absolutely adore your art work and items!!Vintage cream buttons are my favourites:) Congrats!!
1 year ago
saltcityspice says:
You know how much I adore your beautiful creations - so great getting to know more about you through this feature. Huge congrats, Andie!
1 year ago
thevelvetheart says:
Oh, wow, your work is amazing! Congrats!
1 year ago
rosebudsvintage says:
What an amazing shop. Your talent is superior. The article was great and Congrats on being featured. This was my first visit into your shop and I felt like a "kid in a candy shop", wanting to try everything and in total amazement of the talent & beauty. I will put you on my favorite list.
1 year ago
GypsyIntent says:
I've been in love with these people for a long long time now. Major etsy shop crush...
1 year ago
CalicoPie says:
The BEST shop ever, love the mushrooms & candy snakes the best!! Great interview, very fun & interesting to read. :o)
1 year ago
Linohandmade says:
Very original and nicely done! Congrats!
1 year ago
vixendesigner says:
So glad to finally see your amazing shop featured! A well deserved honor :-)
1 year ago
gypsumrose says:
FANTASTIC!!! and well deserved. will definitely be making a purchase soon. :)
1 year ago
lulisplanet says:
The Chocolate Candy Vintage is beautiful and looks delicious!
1 year ago
DawnMilstrey says:
Your shop is so unique! Nice job!
1 year ago
Lolicup says:
Wow! I've never seen anything like it! I absolutely LOVE sweets, and these look delicious! Congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
WhiteDoorVintage says:
Fabulous! It's so nice to get a peak into the world of such a talent! I wish you continued success, it's so well deserved.
1 year ago
junkyardglitter says:
Andie darling you know I love your shop and you were on a team with me decades ago : ) Congrats to you and your darling family. Sounds like you have a great goal ahead of you! CONGRATS CONGRATS!!! Now get to work!! : )
1 year ago
faeriesbycindy says:
Congratulations on a sweet feature! Love those mushrooms and vintage candy buttons!
1 year ago
asherjasper says:
This is soooo fun! Love the wild mushrooms - might have to get some to put in some cupcakes to make my boys giggle ;)
1 year ago
ShelleAnne says:
Congrats on a great feature and shop!
1 year ago
UnlessIndeed says:
What a wonderful shop!! So full of wonder and whimsy! So much fun! I love it. It especially appeals to me because of my other hobby, designing and making cakes. Congratulations on your article and having your shop featured!
1 year ago
haveitconfections says:
I am so lucky to have met you! I am so happy for this. You absolutely deserve this. You are both amazing, such artists.
1 year ago
littleshopofphotos says:
Congrats! I love your spirit and your wonderful shop! Completely amazing! Good luck with your move to Washington! I've been scheming to plan a similar move with my family!! You've further inspired me!!
1 year ago
CreaShines says:
Awesome! I knew you'd be featured seller one day :D You're edible sweets always make me happy. Congrats guys!!
1 year ago
BigRockPaperCo says:
I have always admired the items in your shop... especially at 3pm on a Wednesday when I want a treat!!
1 year ago
pineapplepetekids says:
So amazing! Love the woodland themed picture- incredible!
1 year ago
BOBBYPINQUEEN says:
Wonderful treats!
1 year ago
sarebecca86 says:
I am very much wondering your secret for 'recently learning to turn off your brain'? I am told I also have that problem... (by my contrarily relaxed significant other).... ;)
1 year ago
annyschoo says:
love your shop indeed. Great interview!
1 year ago
ConstantGalore says:
Loooove love love love! Hearts and more hearts!
1 year ago
BloomAndBarnacle says:
Love this shop, congrats!
1 year ago
BRHDesigns says:
Gee! Your items are AMAZING! So talented, loved reading your article.
1 year ago
rozzie says:
How did you make the scrabble tiles look so REAL?!
1 year ago
CactusCreek says:
Wow! Is right, what a great delicacy and they beautiful too! Good job, even without the Oompa Loompas! I hope to need some of your confections very soon!;)
1 year ago
calloohcallay says:
Such gorgeous items--just bury me in chocolate buttons.
1 year ago
KMalinka says:
Wonderful mushrooms art!
1 year ago
lapisbeach says:
Yay Andie (& Hubby Jason) Your shop and edibles are amazing! I get excited every time I see a new one;) Cant wait to see the new candy line! Fabulous interview and congrats congrats in the feature;)
1 year ago
nancywallisdesigns says:
so fabulous to see you featured! congratulations!!
1 year ago
ThePolkadotMagpie says:
I am so delighted Andie and Jason for this feature. I have loved your shop since day one. You know that, cause I always put you in my T's. I wish for you all your heart's desires to come true. When ever my son and fiance set the date, we will be using your beautiful items for their wedding cake. xo
1 year ago
foundfabrics says:
i have never ever seen anything like your work! amazing!
1 year ago
letterpress says:
The very best seller ever! Congratulations, Andie!
1 year ago
twolefthands says:
Congratulations on a great interview! Your work is amazing and far to pretty to eat!
1 year ago
CindiaSanford says:
I've been admiring your shop for some time, and am so pleased you were given this feature! Congratulations on the well deserved recognition!!!
1 year ago
bigmelittleworld says:
amazing !!!!!!! lv your shop :0-warmly, susan @ bigmelittleworld.etsy.com
1 year ago
surfsupcakes says:
Congratulations! I love your work : ) Very well deserced!!!
1 year ago
jpgphotography says:
Fantastic feature, congrats!
1 year ago
surfsupcakes says:
ooops! deserved: )))
1 year ago
cursiveart says:
Your stuff is entirely stunning. Almost too beautiful and too believable to eat!
1 year ago
SkateBetty says:
Very cool!!!!!
1 year ago
PiacereMioPaperie says:
That is so wonderful that you can make such wonderful art and still be great parents!
1 year ago
freesoul says:
All I can say is Amazing!! You guys have mad skillz!! Bravo for the feature and look forward to buying from you : )
1 year ago
Waterrose says:
I have admired your shop and talent from afar....because if I order....I know I won't stop! lol
1 year ago
heartworksbylori says:
Andrea...so excited for you! I'll miss seeing your pretty face when you move, but I'll smile knowing that you'll be so happy there! xo,~Lori
1 year ago
lazybugs says:
Congrats!! Love, Love, Love the beetle on the cake. Great work!
1 year ago
LailapCreations says:
As a baker, I am so loving the buttons and the scrabble tiles. Amazing artistry - congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
WoodlandBelle says:
Congrats Andie!! You're fabulous! So happy to see you and your work here.
1 year ago
Tumus says:
I sincerely love this shop. It's just too freakin' awesome to see that much detail put into candy and the fact that's HANDMADE is even more amazing. Anything can be handmade and that's epic.
1 year ago
feltjar says:
Your shop is looking so beautiful...congrats on the feature!!!!
1 year ago
glassbeadtreasures says:
I've always enjoyed your shop and the things you create. You deserve a front page article. Congratulations! ; )
1 year ago
beliz82 says:
Love your shop and great interview congrats !!!
1 year ago
marcgounard says:
Amazing creations... so real, congratulation.
1 year ago
gatelinesalsa says:
YAY!YAY!YAY! I am just thrilled to see you as the featured seller! I also want to thank you for being a wonder, amazing woman who chose for your child to be part of an adoptive family. As a mother of three adopted children I am in awe of you for your skills, your obivious love for your family and your love for everything around you.
1 year ago
ayasuki says:
So many pretty things!!! Wonderful work you two! <3
1 year ago
Flyingace says:
Congratulations, Andie! I'm so happy to see you as the featured seller. Your shop is in a class of it's own and you deserve it!
1 year ago
CassiasGarden says:
Andie and Jason, I am SO glad you got chosen for this interview! I have admired your work for AGES and often wondered at the kind and painstaking souls who made these delectables. Such a labor of love! I would love to blog about your work; it is truly an art form! Best wishes! Kelly
1 year ago
SSSJ says:
Yum! You deserve the feature!
1 year ago
andiespecialtysweets says:
Wow! WOW! Wiping the tears away ....we never ever opened a shop on Etsy thinking the main prize/benefit would be experiencing the amazing support of this awesome community! This place is one huge, continual group hug, in our opinion. Love you all : ) And thanks, Etsy, for getting rid of all our run-on sentences!
1 year ago
RoyalMint says:
u guys are so next level, glad to see you here finally!
1 year ago
labrocantemagique says:
This is gorgeous!
1 year ago
ahmusing says:
So awesome! I love that shop. Congrats on the feature.
1 year ago
heartdosheart says:
I love your shop. Amazing work of art
1 year ago
vsc83 says:
Yesss! I love this shop so much. I've been passing on their links for months. So glad to see them featured!
1 year ago
laurataylordesign says:
I love what you do! So many creative, fun an edible things! I especially love the buttons; they are like trompe l'oeil, you wouldn't expect them to be something you can eat. I can't wait to see what you have coming up!
1 year ago
cakoons says:
Great to see one of my favorite shop on the front page- I'm always in awe that everything is edible when it looks so real!
1 year ago
2vcreative says:
Such a wonderful gift and talent. I'm glad you were featured and I got to know a bit about you, your family and your shop.
1 year ago
peaseblossomstudio says:
Andie, I am a huge fan of your shop! Congratulations on being the Featured Seller!
1 year ago
TheCreativeTree says:
So sweet..Love this interview, congrats!!
1 year ago
gardenmis says:
So wonderful to see you be the FS!! Congratulations Andie :) Thoroughly enjoyed reading your interview + hope all your goals for the future come to fruition :)
1 year ago
eschreur says:
Amazing handmade sweets!
1 year ago
whack says:
Amazing work Andie and kudos to the your packing and shipping personnel :-) Congrats!
1 year ago
JillianReneDecor says:
AWESOME Feature - so well deserved! I'm a huge fan! Best wishes!
1 year ago
trosenburg says:
What a great interview! And welcome to Washington - I love it here.
1 year ago
hanscreations says:
Amazing! You guys are so talented -Wonderful Yummy treats- CONGRATS
1 year ago
katrinaalana says:
Congratulations on your feature! Your work is gorgeous and yummy too.
1 year ago
SlopingBarnVintage says:
Congratulations! Your shop is wonderful!
1 year ago
KKSimpleRegalJewelry says:
Yummy Yummy!! ~KK~
1 year ago
wildfireatheart says:
So talented I wish I could afford one of your goodies!! I would almost not want to eat it they are so magnificent!
1 year ago
Ebrown2503 says:
All I can say is WOW! Just amazing work. Congrats!
1 year ago
twigandleafbotanical says:
oh my gosh I am so excited to see andie as a featured seller- she is absolutely wonderful! congrats, andie! <3 kelly beth
1 year ago
maclancy says:
I have always loved edible art. your talent is at the highest level... amazing treats for gifts and the holidays ahead! congrats !!
1 year ago
BluJeanBeads says:
Oh....I love the nuts! So WA State, huh? Well welcome...if you want to shovel snow on a regular basis you must not be planning on Western WA. You'll love it here though even if most years all we get is a few inches or less on the "wet side."
1 year ago
AntoinettesWhims says:
Great interview! Beautiful creations! I have admired the mushrooms and buttons for quite some time.
1 year ago
iTagStudios says:
Absolutely beautiful; astonishing and amazing!!
1 year ago
modernrubbishsf says:
I've always considered myself a savory person, but your shop may turn this lass around. Congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
DovieMoon says:
Andie... you are a genius!!! I'm utterly in love with this interview... I want to come and live in your crazy life!!! Bravo, my friend ;-)
1 year ago
kerriannshop says:
Congrats on the Feature! Love the Chocolate Filled Toadstools!
1 year ago
LaTouchables says:
Yayyy, this is a great read--I've loved your stuff forever! A FPFS well-deserved!
1 year ago
CakesEtcbyDana says:
Looove your work!!!
1 year ago
EtzBetz says:
Your husband jokes that you might possibly be "crazy," but after reading your bio, I began to think, I, too, might be crazy. I found your mention of the son "a strapping 15-year-old in our clan whom I gave to wonderful adoptive parents seven years prior to meeting Jason" sooooo, soooooo odd. And, even stranger, no comment from anyone. Why, in this very public forum, would you speak of "giving away" a child? Things happen, I realize, but your expression is so unsettling. Even more unsettling is the community on Etsy who so consistently (particularly on Treasuries), have nothing but banal comments to extend to the rest of us. Words, well written words, are a craft and art form just as much as handmade items. Yours, not so incidentally, deserve the special attention they received in this column. I only wish you might have phrased the "gave away" part differently. More importantly, I wish people would SAY something and be more creative when they feel compelled to comment on something.
1 year ago
aussiekn says:
lovely shop. youa are so creative and perfectionists. i love it x
1 year ago
CashmereJewels says:
very cool! congratulations!
1 year ago
quotesandnotes says:
Woooohoooooo!!!! CONGRATS on being FS, Andie!!!! Great interview! Loved your amazing work since Day 1! :)
1 year ago
DIVINEsweetness says:
Congrats andie!! finally.. one of my most fave stores on etsy being the FS!! =)
1 year ago
soap says:
CONGRATS!!! I've been waiting for this to happen since I first an across Andie's shop. GORGEOUS - best of luck.
1 year ago
VellePurse says:
So happy to see this interview of one of the most amazing shop on Etsy! So incredibly talented, I'm always amazed looking at your creations!
1 year ago
peshka says:
Congratulations on the feature, love Your work!!!
1 year ago
HanaMauiCreations says:
Wonderful, LOVE your work!
1 year ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Your work is so lovely, the edible buttons are amazing. Its the level of detail thats captured in each one!
1 year ago
anemonecomms says:
nice to read more about you guys... you've been a fave for a long time! xo
1 year ago
beadstylin says:
Whoa! Off-the-charts talented!
1 year ago
gemagenta says:
I would feel a little guilty eating your work, is a piece of art! Congratulations for the feature :)
1 year ago
JasmineLund says:
Oh my goodness, I've loved your work ever since I first saw it a while back... and I always love seeing artists I admire on the front page! I'm hoping (when the day comes) to make my own wedding cake, and you can definitely count on me as a customer then! Now, to find a husband... :o)
1 year ago
LandofCharacter says:
I've been a fan ever since I discovered you on Etsy. I'm so happy to see you as a featured artist! Congrats! Your creations make me smile.
1 year ago
smileykylie97 says:
What creative ideas! I love the Scrabble pieces and buttons, though I'm not sure I'd eat a bug. :)
1 year ago
JennasRedRhino says:
Your work is really wonderful and I have been absolutely delighted with the ideas and ingenuity you demonstrate!
1 year ago
TopazTurtle says:
You have a scrumptious shop. You are so talented and I loved this feature. I'm sure you will go very far with your lovely creations.
1 year ago
peacesofindigo says:
Congratulations!!! What a fabulous interview~
1 year ago
PattiTrostle says:
Wow! Awesome designs!
1 year ago
OliveLongstocking says:
This is the MOST amazingly delicious shop i have ever seen ! You should go global and come down here to OZ and open up a chain of scrumdidily umptious shops ! Olive. X X X
1 year ago
OliveLongstocking says:
Oh ! and i could 'taste test ' before they go on sale !! Heaven ! X
1 year ago
longwinterfarm says:
YESS!! Finally!!
1 year ago
twitchandwhiskers says:
I have always been a fan of your candy buttons. WAY TO GO!
1 year ago
daisye76 says:
Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Much congrats on a well deserved feature!!! They did my candy leaves, pumpkins, and acorns for my wedding that was this past Oct 2. EVERYTHING was so beautiful and perfect!!!! Their products were true works of edible art (to pretty to eat- almost! LOL) Was shipped and packaged with such care!!! Highly recommend them!!!!
1 year ago
StudioLakshmi says:
wow ! such beautiful creations.. I'll bet they taste awesome as well. Congrats on your feature.
1 year ago
breadandroses2 says:
Eye-popping beautiful edibles, every one is simply too pretty to eat. This is the best I've ever seen in this medium. There were some excellent, made from scratch bakeries in the old neighborhood who created extraordinary decorated holiday sweets but yours far surpasses those. You are truly an artist!
1 year ago
FreshlySkweezed says:
Art + Candy = Heaven Congrats on being featured. You are truly talented!
1 year ago
TheGildedTassel says:
What a very lovely shop....I'm a fan. Your sweets are amazing....the detail is just fab! Congrats on a well deserved feature....much continued success:)
1 year ago
BarnshopAntiques says:
I am smiling from ear to ear after reading this. Congrats on being featured and thanks for the smile. Yes, authors count and I was thinking Roald Dahl at the very beginning of your story. You are so blessed to be Willy Wonderish! I wish many more years of continued success to you and this awesome family of yours.
1 year ago
prettyurbanloft says:
So unique! Your creations are awesome! Congratulations.
1 year ago
FallowFleet says:
So Great! Love the ideas
1 year ago
Arthings says:
Wonderful, wonderful sweetness!
1 year ago
gufobardo says:
I LOVE THIS SHOP!!!!
1 year ago
BingoBox says:
Congratulations on your success - L O V E the Peter Greenaway cake !
1 year ago
EminenceDesign says:
Sounds like you guys have a very full life and really enjoy what you do! I wish you all the best in your new endeavors and can't wait to order something yummy!! Keep up the great work!
1 year ago
HouseOfMoss says:
I've admired your shop for quite some time! Congratulations on being featured!
1 year ago
jewelboxballerina says:
Too awesome to eat! Congratulations on your feature!
1 year ago
BanglewoodSupplies says:
Yum.com. Food plus art equals a wonderful life!
1 year ago
needlenerd says:
what an amazing shop! congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
KnockKnocking says:
You are an Etsy treasure and it is a delight to see you featured here. I often have drooled over your shop.
1 year ago
Paulajana says:
Wow - beautifully amazing work!
1 year ago
youcute says:
Beautiful work! Congratulations!
1 year ago
LarissaSpafford says:
I just love your shop! Your things are so wonderful and creative. Good luck in your move to Washington. That is where my family and I moved from. We moved to Bend, OR and run my business as our main source of income because of our love of snowboarding :) So important to do what you love!
1 year ago
WillowandQuinn says:
i have always loved your shop. congrats on the featured seller article. the sky is the limit for you.....
1 year ago
LarissaSpafford says:
Oh yeah, and if you need some advice on what each mountain and the surrounding areas are like, I'd be happy to chat. We looked into moving near Stevens, Mt. Baker or Crystal
1 year ago
MouseTrapVintage says:
Yay! Andie! A well-deserved feature! :)
1 year ago
LaveraVcreation says:
QUE RICO!!! I love sweets, great job chicos...
1 year ago
skinbyalicia says:
Love Love Love it!!!
1 year ago
ClotheslineNosh says:
I never end up commenting on these, but I so enjoyed this interview. I think the shop is classy, elegant, imaginative, unboastful - and the people come across the same way! Thank you for mentioning your son you gave up for adoption, and thank you for saying you trust God with the details. When I look at etsy stores, I am looking for something that I could not provide/craft for myself. This ABSOLUTELY falls under this category. Just stunning.
1 year ago
Iammie says:
Love your shop. Congrats!
1 year ago
Ayamilein says:
Wow, this is just truly amazing! I had no idea whatsoever, that sweets could look so freaking real! I went over to check out your shop and couldn't believe, that it's all candy! I'm still in denial O_O I have to show this to my husband, when he comes home from work XD Awesome, really!!! Very very well deserved feature, and I don't usually feel the need to say that ;) Congrats!
1 year ago
pamelasjewelry says:
Congrats on your fabulous feature. I have been enjoying your creativity for a long time and just love to see what you are coming up with next. Thank you for your inspiring creativity...
1 year ago
crumblescookies says:
Andie, you so deserve this feature!!! I have been admiring your sugar art ever since I signed on to Etsy! As a fellow sugar artist and cake decorator I say hats off to you and your husband for creating some of the most clean, innovative and stunning sugar art anywhere. Even more impressive is now finding out you accomplish this with 5 children, don't know how you do it, however so glad that you do! I appreciate too your outlook on life and not conceited either.The world is your oyster and can't wit to see where you guys will be in ten years, Martha move over!
1 year ago
chinamommy says:
i love your story!! i adopted and found your comment thoughtful... you know, that you include him! Anywhoooo, your work is just stunning, i have to go check your shop and ALL your sugary art!!
1 year ago
edemich says:
You are truly an artist!
1 year ago
Shoequeen1961 says:
Is that candy?! Are those lovely creations really edible?!?! Talk about supernatural talent!!! Godspeed in all your endeavors... and "Yummu!!!"
1 year ago
perebags says:
Beautiful work!!!! Congrats!
1 year ago
5gardenias says:
So wonderful to find you here Andie and Jason-- I've always adored your creative sugar spin on decorating-- a fabulous shop and work! I love the list of artists you'd like to visit and the two versions of titles for your memoirs!! Best wishes to you both and your family for continued success and much happiness!
1 year ago
riversongrapture says:
Congrats Andie & Jason!! It was fun to learn more about you My husband and I speak often of your amazing talent. Wishing much deserved success!
1 year ago
Suppliesjungle says:
Nice~! Love it :)
1 year ago
michabella says:
I just adore your shop and all the amazing things you can create! Congrats!
1 year ago
TerraCollageArt says:
one of my most favorite shops!
1 year ago
andiespecialtysweets says:
We're like a couple pieces of melted chocolate around here, with all these generous, and super kind comments. Sending loving thoughts to all - A & J
1 year ago
PoorRobin says:
So glad to see this shop as the featured seller!! LOVE their stuff- so artfully done. :)
1 year ago
Ainurcrochet says:
Great your work !! Congratulations on your feature!
1 year ago
gilbug1 says:
I've 'walked through' your shop many times! Congrats and great work!
1 year ago
isolander says:
Oh my favorite shop! Congrats! :)
1 year ago
ChristisPrettyThings says:
candy art...I love it!! :)
1 year ago
Judalon says:
You make gorgeous stuff and I stop by every day.
1 year ago
Eccolo says:
Such beautiful work, it's hard to imagine that it's editable! How yummy-- congrats!
1 year ago
VintagePinch says:
Your work is amazing and very appetizing!! your sweet delights are soooo realistic! Congrats!
1 year ago
nurseflirt52 says:
You HAVE to grow muscadine grapes. A certain kind grow wild on old stonewalls throughout the USA.They are the state of North Carolina state fruit. The aroma is really lovely.They do have large seeds, but they can be saved to plant.(check internet for proper planting instructions.) I was going to fiddle with making some cake candy pieces, but when I look at yours I am in awe. Where were you when I got married and had the ugliest cake ever made? Very very best of luck to you and your family. At your age I had moved to Vermont and admired all who do what you are taking on.
1 year ago
RibbonsInBloom says:
One of my favorite sellers! I fell in LOVE with the candy necklace when I FIRST joined Etsy several months ago, and I love seeing all the amazingness from this shop! Congrats on the feature!
1 year ago
MoonSunWorld says:
how beautiful your work is!
1 year ago
dollyscottage says:
Congrats on the article. Your work is so detailed and beautiful...inspirational. Wishing you and your family all the best.
1 year ago
iiiBuddha says:
I am so glad Andie's Speciality Sweets was featured! It's about time! The work she does is amazing and she's such an awesome person! Go girl.
1 year ago
TheBlackSpotBooks says:
You are fascinating, as suspected and your treats, oh how I savoured every crunched leaf... I cannot wait to sink my teeth into another, or perhaps a toadstool, a bug, a gear, a mushroomseashelllogworm...
1 year ago
TresChicNmodern says:
OOOHH WOWWWWWWWWWW!!! YOUR ITEMS LOOK SOOooOo REAL!! THE BEST PART OF ALL IS I CAN EAT THEM! BET THEY'RE DELICIOUS!
1 year ago
BlueMoonLights says:
Your work is awesome!
1 year ago
hingedjewelry says:
I want to adopt you ALL! You're my kind of people. Thanks for sharing! Your work is SPECTACULAR, lush...beautiful!
1 year ago
TheWhimsicalBlossom says:
Absolutely amazing work! Congrats on the feature and good luck with your move to Washington!
1 year ago
donver says:
Wow, I'm lovin' it
1 year ago
whimsypie says:
Huge fan of your whimsical fantasy edibles - especially love the ferns! But after reading this, I love your devotion to your family even more! Congrats on being featured!
1 year ago
SpaGoddess says:
fantastic!
1 year ago
georgeysgal says:
YUM..Amazing..Love all!
1 year ago
sitandsingvintage says:
You inspire me soo much and have since the first time I realized that your work was edible ! I always look at anything that you have created in total amazement. At first it was the buttons..( I bet your were on the front page of etsy 5 times before I figured it out.)..and most recently those Rosettes. I love your craftiness and spirit. Wonderful to read your interview and best wishes on your journeys. Congratulations on this great feature.
1 year ago
SunflowerBazaar says:
Love your creations!
1 year ago
Artifaqt says:
so great! I love this.
1 year ago
HandmadeMonster says:
your items are so so so amazing!
1 year ago
branchcake says:
awesome stuff! your sweets blow all those 'cake' tv shows out of the water.
1 year ago
SacredLotusJewels says:
Amazing, and looks delicious!
1 year ago
wearthou says:
Is this even possible???? This is amazine work of art!! Congratulations - well deserved feature!!
1 year ago
SugarBabyStore says:
Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful.... congratulations!!!!!! I love everything and can't wait to see what you dream up next!!
1 year ago
BeachCoveJewelry says:
I love your creations, they are so detailed!
1 year ago
manzanitakids says:
Wow, absolutely amazing work! Thanks for sharing your interesting and inspiring story.
1 year ago
chaoticlucidity says:
I saw your stuff before it's great I love Roald Dahl! I always try to get my daughter to read his stuff as I did when I was little. I get my hands into everything but it February, after the birth of my second daughter I made Alice in Wonderland Gum Paste toppers of Mad Hatter Hats and Cheshire cat smiles! I could see how you could have so much fun!!! Your stuff is so cute!! Good luck in Washington, where I'm from, and congrats!
1 year ago
redemptionart says:
What gorgeous creations! Congratulations on this feature and best wishes for a wonderfully sustainable life in Washington! Aloha, Connie
1 year ago
Epiphany6andCo says:
Andie, you're an amazing artist & person! I've loved your candy buttons for quite some time now and I will definitely keep your shop in mind for my wedding & events. I also really appreciated the honesty, humbleness, & loving spirit of your interview. Best of luck with all your future endeavors!
1 year ago
DanceInMyGarden says:
awesome!
1 year ago
Angelhairjewellery says:
Wow, Wow, Wow... the chocolate bar in my hands is not looking appealing at all after this sweet article. Awesome creations!!
1 year ago
TammiCreationsArt says:
This is absolutely amazing! I am so impressed with all of the details in each piece! :) God bless you! :)
1 year ago
BrightonCrock says:
Wow. How special would one of these make your Christmas table look? Tempted...
1 year ago
sassyfrass123 says:
Fabulous! Congratulations on being featured.
1 year ago
brookiecookiesbows says:
I've been a big fan of Andie's work since she opened up shop!!!! So excited for the feature!!! YAAAAYYYY!!!!! Can't wait to see where they go next!!! xoxo, Liz
1 year ago
brookiecookiesbows says:
I should say Andie and Jason's work....it was so neat to read about how you work as a team...sounds like a match made in heaven!!!!! ;) Blessing!!!!!
1 year ago
oenopia says:
Wonderful Work!
1 year ago
PhotoNorth says:
wow! we are seldom speachless, but your awesome edible works of art have left us both with jaws dropped!!
1 year ago
karashaw1 says:
No thats Talent!
1 year ago
BizzieLane says:
Congratulations on being Featured! Your work is absolutely stunning art! Blessings to you!
1 year ago
birdhouseaccents says:
Comgrats
1 year ago
joycetyle says:
so amazing!!
1 year ago
LilDebbie says:
If unique is what you seek! WOW
1 year ago
MarsupialMenagerie says:
Oh my! Everything in your shop is so beautiful! I don't know how anyone could eat them, they are all too wonderful!
1 year ago
MariaClaireInteriors says:
Gifted and talented to say the least. Stunning, enchanting, beautiful, unbelievable...
1 year ago
PonyAndPoppy says:
Andie and Jason, I am such a fan of your work! what a lovely interview! congrats on this great feature!
1 year ago
OnlyOriginalsByAJ says:
So amazing! Some of the items remind me of Alice in Wonderland - and that's great! :)
1 year ago
rinnyc says:
looks goooood! :-)
1 year ago
RoseAndYoung says:
So very cool. Cool people and amazing looking products. Congratulations and thanks for the inspiration!
1 year ago
fireflygrace says:
love the interview! love the edible artwork! :)
1 year ago
Francine Hegarty from namastelotus says:
i was about to say, what are you guys doing in la when it seems like you are obsessed with mushrooms/ferns/forest things which only grow up in the pacific northwest!!! my mouth dropped looking at the sugar mushrooms ...
1 year ago