Art Shoppe Interview: Elle's Studio.

Do you remember these Say What Birdie Bubble Tags? I bought those way back in 2007 at Elle's Studio shop on Etsy. I couldn't resist them, they are the cutest tags ever. I've used a few on layouts and some as gift tags. So, when I emailed Elle's asking her if we could feature her amazing shop, I was over the moon excited when she said YES! I have been a fan of her products for quite some time and really enjoy creating with them. Her tags the perfect "staple" to have on hand.

I am so pleased to introduce you to Elle's Studio! Elle is a graphic designer who creates a fabulous assortment of tags, stamps, embellishments, mini pattern papers and more. You can find a variety of them in different shapes, sizes and for all seasons and special occasion. Perfect for all of your crafting needs. Elle answered our questionnaire and has shared with us her advise and a little about herself and her business.

Tell us a little bit about yourself:
Hello! My name is Elle and I’m 27 years old. I’ve had a passion for arts and crafts ever since I was a little girl and have had tons of different related hobby's in the past, but scrapbooking has always been my favorite! I also like to cook and bake, hang out with my family (I just became an aunt!), drink coffee and blog :)

Describe your business:
We make paper, tags and embellishments for scrapbooking!

What made you decide to open an art business?
I was trying to find tags to journal on for my scrapbook projects at the store. When I couldn’t find any I started making my own. Then, my family and friends started encouraging me to sale them online! We started selling them on etsy and then after a year we opened our own website, too!

Where does your inspiration come from?
I get inspiration from everyday life. I love flipping through magazines and viewing photographs on flickr. I seem to get inspired by combinations of colors and patterns.

What kind of music do you enjoy listening to while you create?
Most of the time I have my TV on in the background… I love mystery/suspenseful shows and movies!

What and/or who are your influences?
My mom and grandma are very crafty women and were always working on craft projects of their own. And, both my parents were always encouraging me, from a very young age, to do what I loved!

Please share with us your favorite childhood memory...or one that includes art!
Going to the art’s and craft store with my mom! She would take me about once a month and give me some money to spend. Then, we’d spend the rest of the afternoon, and weeks after that, crafting away! It was always something I looked forward to!

Do you have a motto you live by?
I have to admit, I love that “keep calm and carry on” slogan! I have a poster of it in our workspace!

Where do you see yourself & your business in the next 5 years?
Hopefully, we are still selling tags and paper goods! I love paper so much, that I always see it in my life somehow :)

Any tips and tricks to other artists/business owners?
Take care of your customers by having excellent customer service!

Advice you would like to share for someone looking into starting their own art business?
I never truly understood how much time everything takes, and in the first years you are usually doing everything yourself, so… make sure you LOVE it! You’ll be doing it 24/7 and if you don’t truly love it, it will be easy to get burnt out.

Elle's Studio Blog: http://ellesstudio.blogspot.com/ is updated daily with amazing artwork by her creative design team, step by step tutorials, free classes and challenges. You'll sure find inspiration and want to create using her products, which can all be purchased at her Store: http://www.shopellesstudio.com/. Be sure to follow Elle's Studio on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ellesstudio and become a fan at Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Elles-Studio/170888608911

Elle's created a beautiful mini album, which tells the story of nicknames given to her family pet. The photos are adorably sweet and her layering style is wonderful. Products used in her mini album can be found in her store. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elle’s Studio has just released a ton of new 2011 calendars and tags, along with some really fun Mix &  Match Vintage numbers!These would be great for your December Daily projects and more. Also, if you didn’t catch their amazing 3-week free journaling class, head on over to their blog to see what you missed. Bonus! They’ve complied all the information into a downloadable pdf booklet! Print it out and keep it handy for those times when you need an extra boost for your journaling!

Giveaway: One person will receive some 2011 calendars and a package of Mix & Match Numbers from Elle’s Studio. Leave a comment on this post now and through Sunday evening and the winner will be randomly chosen. Good luck everyone!

And, if you’re into digital scrapbooking, Elle's Studio also just started selling some digital and hybrid items! They are available at Jessica Sprague's site! http://www.jessicasprague.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=77&Itemid=85

Be on the lookout for some sneak peeks of their new Christmas designs coming VERY soon.

Thank you so much Elle for sharing thoughts and amazing designs and for sponsoring the give-away to our readers.

Digikit "Maddie Embellishments" by Erica Hernandez

Comments

[Amber Zimmerman]

Great giveaway!! What a fun post! :)

[Christine]

I'm so glad you featured Elles Studio! I've always been a fan of all their items and it's so great to be able to read about them!

[Melanie C]

What a fun giveaway! I love Elle's Studio!

[Sheri Twing]

I love Elle! Great feature on her. Such a cute mini...really her products are amazing! I'm on her team so don't add me to the giveaway...just wanted to leave some blog love!

[PinkPug,INK.]

The mini album is so cute!! Love Elle!

Thanks for the chance to win! :)

[Maureen D.]

Wonderful interview!! I love Elle's Studio! What a great giveaway!!

[Jennifer T]

what a wonderful interview with a talented designer. I have purchased from her and she does give excellent customer service!

[Iara]

love Elle's stuff, thanks for the chance to win!

[{vicki}]

omg! I LOVE ELLES
THANKS FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN

[Linda Barber]

Go Elle! I remember when you started at etsy too. So happy that the business has grown so much! Good interview, Cindy!

[Melissa Martinez]

would love to win those cool prizes Thanks for a graet interview

[Jessica R.]

I love Elle's!! Great customer service & cute products! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

[Susan Spiers]

Thanks for a great giveaway!

[Jennybean]

The mini book is so cute! Thanks for the chance to win!!

[Rachel Schumacher]

I love Elle's Studio! Thanks for the chance to win some of their goodies!

[Jessamyn]

Love these, count me in!

[Laurie Magotiaux]

Great to know a little more about Elle's Studio's creator. Her story is very inspiring. Thanks for the great chance to win some cool product.

[sharolyn]

Very cool~Loving Elle's...

[Kristin Perez]

It is nice to "meet" you! Thank you for such a great give away!

[nitasha]

Huge fan of Elle's Studio and so nice to get to learn a little more about the woman behind the tags! I am using a set of Elle's calendars tags for my Project 12 this year, so of course, I would love to win the new ones to get ready for my 2011 Project 12! Thank you for the awesome interview and opportunity to win!

[Winkasheart.wordpress.com]

LOVE, LOVE her stuff!! Thanks for the chance!

[Duckienz]

I adore Elle's Studio. I would love the opportunity to win some of their products :D Allie

[Lauren B.]

Love Elle's products....so excited for their Christmas stuff as well !!

[Keshet Shenkar]

I adore Elle's products!

[Val]

Love the product!