Thank you all for waiting so patiently for the next giveaway.
I think you'll find it was worth the wait!
This time I've teamed up with Kayla over at LetterKay
who has graciously agreed to send one lucky reader
If you haven't yet, head over and check out Kayla's shop.
There you'll find an assortment of hand-carved rubber stamps as well as some fun vintage finds.
The prices are unbelievable,
AND she does custom stamps, too!
In fact, Kayla created this fun little robot using one of my designs!
I can't stop smiling whenever I use it,
I can't believe my own design has "come to life" in a whole new way.
In addition to hand carved stamps,
Kayla's shop is also full of fun vintage finds.
Craft supplies and vintage finds, all in one place?!
It's like I've died and gone to heaven :)
Let's get to know a little more about Kayla and here shop.
I'll be sure to give you a sampling of her fun finds along the way:
Q:
Tell us a little
about yourself.
A: Well, I’m just a girl
who loves to make things! I live in a fairly small city where I spend my time
creating and treasure hunting when I am not working. I like to do a little bit
of everything. I do graphic design, stamps for etsy, search for cool vintage
items, face paint, give art lessons, etc. The list is pretty long, but I
wouldn’t have it any other way. I love staying busy and love having a variety
of things to do!
Q: You've got what they
call "raw" natural talent. How did you get started as an artist?
A: I have always loved
creating. When I was little, my favorite “toys” were tissue paper and glue.
With those two things, the possibilities were endless. During high school I
began to focus more on the arts and decided to major in Studio Art. I just
recently graduated and still love making things, whether crafts or fine art.
Q: When did you come up
with the idea of carving your own stamps? Where did you learn this craft?
A: I can’t remember the
project I needed a stamp for, but I know I was making something for one of my
friends or family members and I decided to make my own design for it. I first
learned how to carve a wood/linoleum block in school and the same techniques
apply to carving rubber stamps. I have loved it ever since.
Q: Hand carved stamps
have become VERY popular on Etsy. How do you set yourself apart from other
sellers, what makes your work unique?
A: Hand carved
stamps have gotten more popular and it is a bit surprising in some ways. I feel
that designing my own unique stamp designs is important. I also feel that my
stamps feel and look natural – a look people are beginning to appreciate more.
Other than that, I just try to work hard and make as many stamps as I can J
Q: I love your
packaging. Where did you come up with this great idea?
A: This is terrible, but
I can’t really remember how I got the idea. Yikes, I need to work on my memory.
I believe I started searching first for organza bags, but then I kept
researching and found the muslin bags which I feel has a much more natural look
which really compliments the stamps. I love giving the customer a custom
hand-stamped bag for their special stamp.
Q: Do you sell your
stamps anywhere beside Etsy?
A: I have tried
selling my stamps on other sites similar to Etsy, but Etsy has proved to be the
best place so far. It is also hard to keep up with several different sites. You
can sell more if you focus on one online venue. However, I have sent stamps for
consignment to a few local shops.
Q: What stamp or design holds the most personal meaning to you and/or which
stamp in your shop is your favorite? Which is the most popular?
A: Hmm…that’s a tough
question. I am really like the faux wax seal stamps that I have recently
designed. I just love dressing up a simple letter or envelope! The most popular
stamp is definitely the Custom Logo Stamp.
Q: Any new designs in
the works?
A: Yes! There are many
new designs brewing around in my head! I am trying to come up with more custom
designs. People love custom, it means more to them or the
person that they are giving it to. Any ideas for things you’d like to see would
also be greatly appreciated. After all, I am not just designing for me.
Q: You've been very
successful in a relatively short period of time. Any advice for new sellers
looking to increase their sales?
A: Putting the time into
it is the biggest thing for me. If you want your Etsy shop to be successful,
you have to put the time into it. It really is like a second job. I come home
from my day job and then work on Etsy orders or coming up with new ideas. I’ve
also made some sales by joining teams I was interested in and meeting people.
Also, tell your friends about it! Local sales are great!
Q: Just for fun, what is you're favorite treasury feature?
A: I am not sure I really have a favorite. I think they are all great! The vintage treasuries are very fun because you learn a little about something each time, like this treasury.
Kayla would like to offer
my blog readers an exclusive coupon code!
Use the coupon code MODERN15 at checkout for
15% off your purchase
now until the end of October. This can be used on ANY
item J
Have fun shopping and please let Kayla know if you
have any questions.
When you're done shopping at n LetterKay or ordering your custom stamp,
be sure to head on back and enter the giveaway!
How to Enter the Giveaway:
1. Follow this blog (Mandatory)
and leave a comment here saying you did.
and leave a separate comment here about your favorite item.
and leave a separate comment here about it.
Make sure to bookmark my giveaways page if you haven't already,
and READ THE FINE PRINT
Fine Print:
Only 3 entries per household please
Giveaway ends November 7th at midnight PST
Winner will be chosen by random.org
Entries will be validated
Winner will be announced here
Winner will have 3 days to contact me,
after which a new winner will be chosen
Must be 18 years of age or older to enter
Recently I have had to choose a second winner for quite a fewgiveaways
due to lack of an email response from my winners.
If you really want to win, check your SPAM folders often, or better yet
add moderntypography@aol.com to your address book. Good luck!
