I specialize in handmade wheel thrown and slab built functional and decorative stoneware pottery featuring vibrant colors and eclectic designs.
How did you get started? Have you worked in other creative areas before the kind of work you’re doing now?
I was pursuing a PhD in archaeology and ancient texts and took a pottery course to relieve the course load stress. That was my offical, structured introduction to ceramics but I had always felt a magnetic attraction... → Read the rest of this article
Erika Jurney
Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. She
loves the handmade and wants you to love it too.
I build and design rocking chairs, rocking ottomans, kids’ rockers, quilts and crib bedding. Custom orders are my focus, and many people send me their own fabrics and choose their own wood finishes, so the customer is always involved in the design process. This is much more exciting and rewarding than shopping at a big-box store!
How did you get started? Have you worked in other creative areas before the kind of work you’re doing now?
I started woodworking... → Read the rest of this article
Erika Jurney
Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. She
loves the handmade and wants you to love it too.
Update 2011: There’s been some controversy about whether or not Orglamix is really handmade or not. Please see the comments below for details and add any information you might have on the subject.
Orglamix is artisan crafted 100% pure organic mineral makeup. All Orglamix products are proudly formulated without: Nano Particles, Bismuth Oxychloride, Synthetic Dyes, Parabens, Synthetic Fragrances, Petrochemicals, Parabens. Orglamix is a proud member of PETA. I guarantee you... → Read the rest of this article
Erika Jurney
Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. She
loves the handmade and wants you to love it too.
I’m a clothing designer who works from home. I sometimes work 18 hours a day. I have immersed myself in every aspect of apparel design from basic pattern design to CAD to good old fashioned trial and error. In addition to designing and sewing I’ve also started selling my patterns and instructional videos. I’m very proud of my new spring 2010 mini-collection. I’ve used all natural fabrics and earthy colors.
How did you get started? Have you worked in... → Read the rest of this article
Erika Jurney
Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. She
loves the handmade and wants you to love it too.
Tell me about your shop.
I make one of a kind purses, wallets, and other bag type stuff from suiting fabrics and cotton prints. My goal is to create timeless designs that will never go out of style.
How did you get started? Have you worked in other creative areas before the kind of work you’re doing now?
I have been sewing for most of my life, but had never considered that it could be profitable until after Katrina, when I moved to Los Angeles and... → Read the rest of this article
Erika Jurney
Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. She
loves the handmade and wants you to love it too.
