me and my mom a LONG time ago- a pic that I keep above my work space
Along with everything else happening over here (I can't list everything because it will overwhelm me!) I am in the midst of launching something new! I am teaming up with my creative mentor and best friend- MY MOM- to bring you a new website complete with a unique online store.
If you didn't already know I am the daughter of self employed artists who have operated a successful creative business for as long as I can remember. My dad is a potter and my mom a ceramic artist and my entire life has been spent observing, collaborating and being inspired by the way that they create and run their business.
For years my mom and I have been tossing around an idea to launch a website completely our own- with handmade designs, ceramic goodies, supplies, accessories, artisan kits, art prints, greeting cards and more. No mass production or made in China (sorry China) but instead products made by our hands (something we are both extremely passionate about). Our dream has finally collided with the right timing and we have been hard at work collaborating, designing and getting to work on production in our studios.
With this new venture, I will slowly be phasing out of selling on Etsy and selling straight from my site (products and classes). The site will be going live in March and as we get closer I will be sharing more details, products, information and a look at this family journey. I can't yet show finished products but for now here is just a tiny peek:
oooo. looking good! Can wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteWow. Congratulations to you and your mom. Those peeks look beautiful. Can't wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteWow, I can't wait. Love your creativity and style. Taken several of your on line classes, your a great inspiring teacher and fun. good luck.
ReplyDeleteSooo exciting! Every single time I need creative inspiration I come to your site!
ReplyDeleteSo incredibly exciting, and how sweet and fun to team up with your mom. Looking forward to seeing your site in March!
ReplyDeleteHow lucky you are to have parents that understand your need to be creative and to form your own path! Best wishes on this new journey!!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks GREAT! Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteOH, how fabulous! Can't wait to see how it all unfolds!
ReplyDeletei am anxiously awaiting the unveiling of your new site! your items are always so simple, yet beautiful.
ReplyDeletesounds exciting - can't wait till March!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to you and your mom... I believe in not following the crowd, but to create and do your own thing.. good for you!
ReplyDeleteI love it all.. so happy for you Alisa... u are such an inspiration!
love all you do!
hugs bonnierose
How exciting for you and your mom, Alisa! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteso pretty! congrats on your new journey and i look forward to seeing all that you have created!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds so exciting and like a dream come true. I wish you all the luck and succes - Irma
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful for you all! I can't think of anything nicer than to create with your loved ones, and earn your living doing what you love! =)
ReplyDeleteHow perfect.. it's just seems to make sense to me that you would follow this path and with mom.. that's just amazing... I can't wait.
ReplyDeleteso lovely! can't wait to see the site and all the goodness.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds exciting. You must be VERY busy!!!
ReplyDeleteyeah!! i cannot wait!
ReplyDeleteAlisa! Congratulations!! What a wonderful surprise....cannot wait to see what's coming!
ReplyDeleteFirst of all congratulations for collaborating with your mum!What a great idea. I know a couple of mum-daughter collaboration on etsy from Turkey and they are doing perfectly well.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to your new shop and it seems to me from the photos that it is going to be great!AriadnefromGreece!
It looks great, I can not wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting for you all! This is wonderful news and I can't wait to hear/see all about this new venture. The peeks look so beautiful...
ReplyDeleteWow, Alisa, what a beautiful, creative venture for you and your mom! Best wishes -- can't wait to see more!
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ReplyDeleteOMG! That is awesome! I am looking forward to your unveiling! Your 'peeks' already have me so excited! Congrats to you and your Mom! Best wishes to the both of you!
ReplyDeleteThis looks incredible - cannot wait to see it live!
ReplyDeleteAnd your Mom and I have the same watercolours - they're German Angora pans and they ROCK! xx
This little sneak peek is such a tease...what fun! Can't wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteI have no doubt that your new website and store will be extremely successful! How wonderful to be teaming up with you Mom! I can't wait 'til March!
ReplyDeleteThe taste of things to come is yummy! Can't wait to see more...all the best
ReplyDeleteIt looks wonderful! Looking forward to seeing the new site.
ReplyDeleteExciting and intriguing. I'm looking forward to when you go live! I'll be doing some shopping! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteSO. VERY. COOL!! I know it will be awesome! I can't wait !!!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting for you! Keep us posted. Your work is gorgeous, and I'm sure your family is the same. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteHow FUN! On so many levels:)
ReplyDeleteOh, how exciting for you! I can't wait to see it all! The sneak peeks alone are drool-worthy!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Alisa and Mom! It looks like you will have an abundance of beauty, and I'm looking forward to the launch.
ReplyDeleteI've been pondering the pros and cons to an in-site store vs an Esty shop and I'd love if you share that part of your journey -- if you want to!
Thank you, as always, for continuing inspiration!
Yay! You guys will rock!!! You know I already love your moms buttons! The picture of you two is amazing - you look like a little big eyed doll!!!
ReplyDeleteWell I guess I'm a bit envious. My grandparents were artists, too (or at least I think of them that way), but my parents traded their creativity for "respectable" jobs and money and a big house and.. well.. boredom. You should really be glad to have such a great mom (but I guess you know that already) and by the way, she looks very beautiful in that pic you posted.
ReplyDeletei can hardly wait!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Alisa on your new venture!! Much success!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your new dream
ReplyDeleteI will be awaiting March's arrival
good luck, how exciting.
ReplyDeleteexciting times
ReplyDeletewow! congratulations for this new exciting project! The best of luck and looking forward to seeing this new site:)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!!! I can't wait to see your wares! Congrats and good luck!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning!!! I cannot wait to see the new store site in March.
ReplyDeletethis is very exciting! best wishes on great success.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to your sight and collaboration with your mom. The photos here are lovely.
ReplyDeleteRuth
This is very exciting. If you only know how excited I was to see the ceramic buttons. I've been begging the local artists here but to no avail. So congratulations, I'll be so looking forward to March.
ReplyDeleteA big congratulations to you!! That is just wonderful.
ReplyDeleteMe alegro de tus nuevos proyectos, ese es tambien mi sueño, crear mi propia linea de productos.
ReplyDeleteTe sigo y te deseo mucha suerte, eres una persona trabajadora y lo conseguiras.
woohoo!! I'm so excited for you!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your collaboration with your mom. Ceramic light switch covers would be cool too. Alisa, I enjoy your work so much, I'm currently taking your sketch class...it's wonderful!
ReplyDeleteMary McC
FUN! How exciting. I love your blog. I used to create a lot, in high school, before I had kids and I really miss it. I'm slowly getting back into it. Can't wait to take one of your classes when I'm done w/ my BA this summer.
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