Today’s featured Etsy shop is beautifuljewels, a shop featuring handmade Swarovski crystal jewelry.
I asked the owner of beautiful jewels a few questions about her work.
What is your day job?
I work as a cabin service director for Air Canada, also know as in-charge or head flight attendant, based in Montreal and I travel the world. When I have the chance, I go hunting for semi-precious and gemstones when I am on layovers overseas.
What inspires you in your work?
What inspires me; creating. I love colors and putting individuals stones together and having something tangible, that I created, as the fruit of my labor. I often imagine myself on a cruise or on a Carribean beach and picture all the colors….
Swarovski crystals are notoriously difficult to photograph, and you do a beautiful job. Can you share any photography tips with my readers?
As far as photography goes, I am no expert; I take about 200 pics to get a few good ones, use daylight as much as possible and a white background to make the colors show.
How did you name your shop?
As for the name of my store, well, that’s just what comes to mind when I look at the end product… beautifuljewels.
What advice would you offer someone who was thinking about starting a business?
Advice for someone looking to start a small business selling handmade goods, expect to put a lot of time and effort into it and still not make a profit. If you are not passionate about what you do, don’t do it. It has to give you pleasure because there is a lot of fierce competition out there. And lastly, if you wouldn’t wear it or use it yourself, don’t try to sell it.
Where is your work available for sale?
I sell on-line beautifuljewels.etsy.com, at craft shows, home shows (also known as jewelry party), as well as in boutiques.
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love the interview~how awesome that you promote fellow etsy-ers!
I love reading about your featured Etsy artists each week. Thank you for posting these.