November 3, 2011

Featured Artist: Crimson Presence Jewelry


 Tamara sure does have some one of a kind pieces in her shop! As well as an eye for design! Check out some of them here and read about her story!
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Shop Name: Crimson Presence Jewelry

What you like to go by: Tamara

When did you start your shop? July 14, 2010

Is this your only job? Yes, morning, noon and night. Like being a mom except in some ways harder. As a mother you work to take care of your child and see them happy. As a jewelry designer, maker and shop owner you work not only to support your child and self but to see that every person that comes into your shop walks away and happy.

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When did you realize you had this talent? Back in high school. I loved how jewelry could make you feel beautiful and good about yourself. I used to make simple jewelry for myself. Just beads on stretch cord. One day a class mate asked me to make her something. I saw the way her eyes lit up when I gave it to her and knew from then on I had some talent and wanted to make it grow and see what else I could do.

Where do you find your inspiration? Every and anywhere. A building gives me the structure and a painting gives me the colors. Most times I am just in the store looking at a wall of beads and something sparks in my mind. I look like a mad person going from one isle to the next grabbing other items and laying them out. Mind slowly building the idea and design as I see the pieces come together.

Who has been the most supportive of your work? Friends and family. My son who says he wants to make jewelry with me when he grows up. Two dear friends especially. James who I have known for 4 years and Danielle who I have known for 1. When everyone else is saying to give up and get a 9 to 5 job, I hear them and I know I am on the right path.


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What is one thing you would like to accomplish that you haven't yet? Turning my online shop and jewelry hobby, as some call it, into a full time and life long career. My own physical shop in town , where I can have a workshop and sell my jewelry.

What are your words to live by or favorite quote? It may sound a little crude but :
Success or death ; And I'm not ready to die just yet!
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