knottynaomi's Profile

Bio

hi! my name is naomi.

i pretend to be a graphic designer when i'm at work, and then come home to try to fit in some combo of the following: spinning, knitting, photography, and sometimes...bead weaving, when i'm not doing one of these: taking care of the family, cooking, cleaning, sleeping, etc.

i have been selling my jewelry and charms locally since 2004. i love the process of creating, i work with quality materials, and set high standards for my work. i believe this is reflected in my craftsmanship.

i do not post items profusely, nor regularly, as i do have a day job and kids to cart around. however, i do put quite a bit of thought into each of my handspuns and jewelry pieces. i don't want to rush my creations along. so each item you receive, has lots of *me* in it. :-)

i support fellow etsyans and other independent fiber artists by purchasing their fibers and supplies and have learned many beading techniques from the wonderful folks at the bead gallery in honolulu, hawaii. if you're in honolulu and want to see some serious bling or want to make your own, drop in! they are super friendly and helpful.

designs belonging to the bead gallery are made and sold with their permission.
to visit them online, go to:
http://www.thebeadgallery.com/


my handspuns in action
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i'm always interested in seeing how my handspuns are used. brenda (phydeaux here on etsy) likes my sqoosh monsters and creates lovely scarves from them. you can find her creations here...
http://www.phydeaux.etsy.com/

in contrast, deb (deebs here on etsy) incorporates my handspun (as well as those from other spinners) into her stunning needle felted pieces. you can find her work here...
http://www.deebs.etsy.com

i'm always flattered when other spinners use my handspuns. bobbi (kittygrrlz here on etsy) has knit some of my art yarns. her fun and funky knits are here...
http://www.kittygrrlzknits.etsy.com
she creates wonderful art yarns and rocks the bamboo singles here...
http://www.kittygrrlz.etsy.com

i'm always interested in seeing how my handspuns are used. feel free to point me to photos and let me know how they work for you. feedback is always welcome!


where to find me
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photos of my creations...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/knottynaomi/

additional handspuns at material whirled...
http://www.materialwhirled.com/Yarns-by-KnottyNaomi-c-55.html

on facebook...
http://www.facebook.com/ryonocreations

my ravelry id...
knottynaomi



now...for the knotty fine print blah blah (stuff NOT mentioned in the Shop Policies link)...

IMPORTANT: swarovski crystals
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swarovski crystals contain small amounts of lead, a chemical known to be harmful if ingested. the jewelry and charms sold in this shop are NOT intended for use by infants nor young children! please keep these items away from them. thank you.


color accuracy
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i make every effort to capture the color of my jewelry and handspuns accurately in my photos. please remember that colors may appear different from monitor to monitor.


commissions
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please feel free to ask! i will let you know my time availability.


for info on payment, shipping, refunds, etc., please see the Shop Policies link for my shop. thanks!

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Favorite Materials

beads, crystals, lampwork, yarn, roving, batts, locks, fiber, wool