Featured Artist Interview: Moffit Plush Co.

What is the name of your shop? My name is Sara Auman and I run my shop which is named MoffitPlushCo. My first shop started when Etsy first opened (I don't remember what year) and I made a few pieces of jewelry which did not sell. Discouraged, I waited a long time while finishing art school, to start another shop in 2009. I started at first selling purses then moved to stuffed plush. 

Is this your only job? As of right now this is my only job other than taking care of my two wonderful boys at home. 

When did you realize you had this talent? I have always been interested in art but just recently became interested in sewing and the construction of patterns. I love figuring out patterns and seeing what works best and how they fit together. It's like a really fun puzzle!

Where do you find your inspiration? I find most of my inspiration from my children but also just from my own imagination. 

Who has been the most supportive of your work? My husband has been most supportive of my work and it also makes me happy when my kids like something I make because then I know children elsewhere will enjoy my creations as well. 

What is one thing you would like to accomplish that you haven't yet? One thing I would like to accomplish is garment sewing. Designing patterns for clothes seems very challenging yet satisfying. In my mind, fitting clothes for individuals is the ultimate puzzle. 

What are your other hobbies? Some of my other hobbies include running, ceramics (although it has been a while), and just hanging out with my family. 

What is your favorite quote? "Love many trust few and always paddle your own canoe"

Where is the farthest you've traveled? Traveling is something I would like to do in the future when my children are older. I am truly afraid of airplanes so it really limits me. Funny story- I rode a train all the way from Indiana to San Francisco, California!!! It took a REALLY long time and it was not much fun but very interesting at times. So..... I guess the answer to your question is San Francisco, California.

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Bedrooms... Our Sanctuaries.

Your bedroom is your own personal space. It's where the most intimate parts of our lives happen. It is a home within our homes. A place to retreat to after a hard day. A place to be lazy and nap. It's where you start feeling better after being sick. It's where we lay our heads down to sleep at night. I love looking at pictures of bedrooms for decorating ideas. Here are some favorites I found tonight.

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Etsy Pick of the Month: August!

As you can tell I have been really getting organized here lately! This is the first time that Misanthropy Creations has done an Etsy Picks post! This will now be a monthly theme here! 

What are Etsy Picks? Well that's easy! I just pick things from Etsy that catch my eye and I post them here to share with you wonderful fine folks! Then I link back to Etsy so you can show these shops some love, if you feel so inclined! I hope you like my Etsy Picks! Links are below!

1. Pyrite Necklace by michabella

2. Vintage Key Necklace by LightBorn

3. Wicked Tentacle Ring by OctopusME

4. Ounas by HelenaAguilarMayans

5. two vintage photographs of a man in overalls on a horse by ReverseChronology

6. 8x10 Print by NicoNordstromPhoto

7. Edward Scissorhands T-Shirt by iRocker

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Interior Decoration Series Theme: A Hint of Yellow

Today I wanted to do something different. I have not done a series like this before but the idea struck me the moment I awoke this morning so I decided to go for it. It may become a more common post. I believe everyone has an eye for interior decorating. Sometimes when I'm in the passenger seat of a car or any seat when I am not driving I find myself trying to look inside the windows of homes I pass by to see how they are decorated. So I suppose interior design has always sparked an interest in my heart.

I wanted to kick off these series with the color yellow because I think it's a color that is difficult to incorporate in the home. Some would think it is too strong or too bright, but what I wanted to convey is that there are ways to incorporate yellow with out over saturating a room with it. So here we go!

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A little yellow does go a long way. Notice here the mismatched patterns on the wall hanging and the coffee table! The wall hanging looks like it is a giant canvas which can be purchased at a craft store with fabric glued on. Sounds easy enough, match some throw pills and that is all you need to tie the room together.

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Paint those frames before you hang them. Add two ottomans to the end of the bed for quick and easy storage or to help get dressed. The headboard itself is by Sarah Richards however I can bet with a intricate piece of plywood, some stuffing, fabric and a staple gun this could be a fun craft project for you and your mate!

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Make a plain white bed room pop with yellow bedside lamps, a few yellow throw pillows and a vintage looking chair or ottoman. Again notice the use of the canvas on the wall. You can pick one of these up at any craft store! Use painters tape to make a straight line, paint 3/4 yellow and 1/4 white and you have yourself a piece of art!

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Another easy trick to incorporate a little yellow in the home. Paint your staircase in yellow then use different stencils and rotate your way up the stairs in white or corresponding color to your interior, I think gray or turquoise would also look nice!

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Love black and white? or do you just love zebra print? Add a little yellow to really make it pop!

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What is better than a big red door? A big yellow door! Spray paint a vintage bench and you have yourself a bright and peppy entryway or foyer.

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I love this idea for a little extra bathroom storage. Refinish vintage or purchase new. Goes great with white and gray or black and white!

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You would think that a full yellow room would be a little overwhelming... but notice how the mismatch of patterns from the bedspread and the carpet really draw your attention away from the power of yellow. The mismatch of patterns really breaks up the yellow and makes it easier on the eyes. That dark greenish grey looks great with the hardwood floors as well!

Where to buy? 

Target has this gorgeous bedset available with this fantastic geometric pattern! Remember to mix and match your patterns!

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Interior Decoration Series Theme: Loving the Color Blue

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I chose the color blue today because I truly believe that it is another color that is difficult to incorporate in the home. I chose a shade of cobalt that is particularly difficult! The color blue is strong, much like our last post where yellow was featured. In this post I will show you how to jazz up your home with another strong color that most people stay away from when decorating because it can be so intimidating. When in actuality blue is sensuous and relaxing. The color it self induces one to a calm and tranquil state. So here we go:

A vintage door knob can be used to accentuate. As well as other items in a hall way or foyer. When the majority of an area of the home is one color, it should be set off with 1 other color for a simplistic and stress free look. Notice how this image is contemporary yet lightyears away? Make your home a haven by falling in love with the creativity in which you adorn it with. 

Focal point. For starters the focal point should never be in the middle of the room. It should be off centered to an extent. Whether that extent be slight or extreme is up to you. This coffee table is a great example. The room with mostly earth tones with black storage. The coffee table is the focal point of the room. It really pops!

Blue Walls: Now this look is hard to achieve. Blue is royal. Blue is rich. It looks amazing with tan and white like seen in this picture but notice the quality of the furniture? I'll tell you one thing it isn't cheap! That fire place, even those white hard wood floors, this room probably cost a small fortune to decorate. If you are going to go blue it seems like you may have to go all the way!

Look how easy it is to show off your sultry side with a little blue in the kitchen? Be bold! Line the back of your white glass cabinets with contact or scrap booking paper! Or if you want something more permanent use paint!

Dark and light! Blue is one of few colors in which you can use different shades of the same color in the same room and the colors will still compliment each other. That is because even though all blues are blue, each shade seems to contain its very own identity. Do you see how the pattern of the wall paper seems complex but soft and the small table seems fragile and old yet sturdy?

So jazz up your home with a little blue! Here are some more great finds!

Have fun decorating with these tips!

xo Michelle