Seven Minutes in Heaven with Bubblegum Belles
Today I'm super excited to introduce you to Pam, creator of awesome crocheted toys and owner of Bubblegum Belles on etsy! I'm asking her the same seven questions I ask all etsy sellers. Not only is she sharing with you her inspiration - she's also hosting a giveaway. Doesn't that make your Monday suck a little bit less?
(1) Do you like that song, She's Crafty by the Beastie Boys?
I can't say that I do and I can't say that I don't. I've never heard the song although the title is pretty cool! I saw Adam Horovitz in a movie called Lost Angels in the late '80s..... I don't remember the movie but I remember telling myself I'd never listen to them. I'm probably the only one of my generation that didn't!
Yep, you’re the only one.
(2) What was the last thing you made?
Ummmm, cuuuuute.
(3) What is the last thing you bought on etsy?
The last things I bought on Etsy were felt cut outs of hearts and snowflakes. I'm still trying to figure out what I'm going to use them for. I'm slightly addicted to Etsy.... By the time this interview is posted, I'm sure the answer to this question will have changed.
Ahhhh yes, felt hearts and snowflakes. Good luck finding something to do with those.
(4) What would it take to get you to complete all my craft projects,
quietly, and let me the credit for them? Like a ghost writer but different?
It wouldn't take much at all - as long as it involved crocheted projects only. I've tried many different kinds of crafts but crocheting is the only one I feel comfortable with and have enjoyed doing on a prolonged basis. I take that back.... if you cooked for me...every meal, including snacks, I would be happy if you took credit. Fair trade?
Ummm no, this is all about me.
(5) Do you have another job?
I do have a day job. I'm a graphic artist at CTV in Calgary. I'm very lucky that my job also allows me to be creative on a daily basis.
Calgary? That sucks. It’s 80 degrees in Atlanta today. Brag.
(6) Favorite article of clothing? Can I have it?
My favorite article of clothing is my green military style cap. I'm afraid I wouldn't give it up to anyone.... not even my mother. Maybe my grandmother. It would look cute on her.
Why do you hate your mother and grandmother so much?
(7) How long did it take you to make your first sale? Did you feel like a loser at first?
It took me 10 days to make my first sale. I felt pretty fortunate.... I still do. I crochet as a creative outlet and a stress reliever. All the money I make from sales in my shop go right back in to Etsy and buying more yarn for myself. I love buying handmade and enjoy supporting other crafters.
Damn you’re good.
For extra credit: If you could go back in time (and you can’t), what would you do different?
I would love to have little stories to go with each of my pieces.... or at least have something clever to say about them in their descriptions. I hate writing so I've only just kind of thrown something together for them... just the basics really. I wish I had some creative writing ability.
That’s a totally cute idea. Oh well ☺
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Seven Minutes in Heaven With Cerra’s Flower Shop
I’m super psyched to introduce a new Etsy Stalkers Interview Feature to you. I have lovingly named it (drum roll please)…Seven Minutes in Heaven With an Etsy Seller. This weekly feature will introduce you to a real-live seller on etsy. Here’s the twist (there’s always one, isn’t there)? Each seller will be asked the same seven questions – won’t it be fun to see how each one answers? It will be fun, oh yes, it will.
Do you like that song, She's Crafty by the Beastie Boys?
I'm a little bit embarrassed to admit this - but I don't know the song. Does that take away points from my awesomeness?
Umm yes, yes it does.
What was the last thing you made?
The last thing that I made and finished were some penguin ornaments as a custom order. Right now I'm part of the way through sewing a heart fishing set.
What is the last thing you bought on etsy?
I bought a Christmas present for a friend of mine. I think all but three of the purchases that I've made over the last 4.5 years on Etsy have been as gifts for others.
I've never received a gift from you. Hint, hint, nudge, nudge.
What would it take to get you to complete all my craft projects,
quietly, and let me the credit for them? Like a ghost writer but different?
You'd need to find me a body double. I already feel that I spend too much time away from my son.
Please, who is more important, me or your son?
Do you have another job? Like one where you need to wear pants that actually button?
I don't think so. Some people consider staying home full-time with a child a job, though, so yes?
Staying home full-time with a child is like jumping into a pot of crazy so yes, it's a full-time gig that allows you to wear comfy pants.
Favorite article of clothing? Can I have it?
My "Brooklyn" hoodie that was purchased for me on one of my trips to NYC. And no, sorry. It is my comfort clothing and has seen more living than most people, let alone articles of clothing!
Sounds stinky - you can keep it.
How long did it take you to make your first sale? Did you feel like a loser at first?
I actually made a sale within my first week. That was back in early 2007, though, so there wasn't a whole lot on Etsy to be lost in. Admittedly, if I go more than about a week without a sale now I start to question myself.
Made your first sale within a week? BRAG.
For extra credit: If you could go back in time (and you can’t), what would you do differently with your shop?
Maybe this will gain back the points I lost for not knowing that BBoys tune? I think I would've tried to take better photos from the beginning and maybe opened up a separate shop for supplies. But, the feedback and establishing myself that way by selling supplies has helped build up buyer confidence.
Extra credit points earned, but you should seriously go download She's Crafty.
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