Thursday, May 14, 2009

Introducing Studio Marcy's Whimsy

Introducing my second Etsy shop, "Studio Marcy's Whimsy"

I listened and contemplated all the comments from you. After too much time and thought, I decided on a hybrid name.

Studio Marcy's Whimsy incorporates my other shop's name, thus easier to find, if you already know me. Although I really liked both choices of banners, this funky red one seemed to incorporate best the idea of what I was trying to convey. A shop full of a variety of items...creative supplies both handmade and commercial, vintage goodies, some of my artwork- (did you know I paint watercolors and weave baskets among other things?), and other items that have caught my fancy.

And although I liked the idea of a closet, I didn't want anyone to think it was all clothing. Yes, there will be some cool vintage clothes offered once in a while, (after all, I'm quite vintage myself, and I still have some of the funky stuff from years ago), but I wanted the name to convey more of the big picture. So I changed it to one of the words that often is used to describe my personal style. Whimsy. (I left out "quirky and offbeat" as well as "forgetful" and others I'd prefer not to mention.
So now, I'm rounding up some of my whimsical items (and some not so whimsical- but fun), so I can add at least one new listing every Monday through Friday.

And I'm also trying something new. I have a camera on my Apple computer. I take some silly photos with it. If you are on facebook, the photo of me in front of the Eiffel Tower was taken with my computer. And look closely to what I am wearing as my beret. It should make you laugh. (please feel free to "friend" me on facebook- I'd be happy to add you.) Sorry, I keep digressing.

Anyhow, I cropped a section of my new banner and loaded it as a background for my computer camera. Then I took a quick shot (and a few more), and voila, here's my new avatar for my Etsy shop too. I wanted to include a tie in to give my shop a cohesive look, but make it personal too.

And as a side note, can you see these kicking green ginko leaf earrings that I'm wearing? They're stained glass made out of recycled beer bottles that the artist meticulously consumed, so he could pursue his art. I love them. They were made by my crazy friend Brian of WesternArtGlass on Etsy. If you buy something, tell him Marcy sent you.

So stop by and visit my new Etsy shop. I'm offering a few items so far, but as I mentioned, there will be more added daily.

9 comments:

  1. LOVE LOVE LOVE that you went with the red banner and then kept the Studio Marcy in the shop name for brand recognition. Excellent choices all around and the avatar turned out GREAT! I love my Mac, too and all the fun pics it can take :)

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  2. Our family loves making funny photos on the macs. We send goofy ones to each other and just end up giggling about it.

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  3. I visited your new studio and know I am going to be shopping there often! Great choice of name! I love the concept...you are just so clever for one so young!! (I can say that as one so old!).

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  4. Good luck with your new shop, Marcy! I know it'll do great.
    I love your earrings and greatly admire how the artist has had to sacrifice and suffer for his art. :)

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  5. good luck Marcy...
    all OUR love
    mona & the girls

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  6. What a fabulous looking banner Marcy..exciting and full of color. Just like your work..great job!

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  7. I will check out your new shop often. Best of luck with ti!

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  8. I'm loving the name "Studio Marcy's Whimsy". Whimsy is such a great word! :D

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  9. Looks great, Marcy! Best of luck@

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Hey, thanks for commenting. Visit my etsy shop, seller name: StudioMarcy