Featured Artist

 

Heidi Gilmore

 

 

I love looking at all the shops on Etsy! So much talent everywhere you look. So, I thought, I want to feature artists and shop owners! Don't you just want to know what makes people tick? I do! Plus, let us face facts... we are nosey. Being "Nosey" is just fine, so don't panic!

 

Today's Post is all about Heidi Gilmore. Enjoy!

 

 

Heidi's Shop is TheMysticalOasisGlow

 www.etsy.com/shop/TheMysticalOasisGlow

 

 

 

http://www.etsy.com/listing/114924791/925-silver-cross-slave-bracelet-ring-925

 

Here is my interview with Heidi

 

Q. What do you sell?

 

A.  I specialize in Body Chains, Slave Bracelet Rings, and Head Chain pieces. I also sell Sterling Silver items, Fresh Water Pearl items and Photography photos with Matte frames.

 

Q. How did you get started with Etsy?

 

A.  I started making my own items so that I can make some kind of living and be a stay at home Mom with my Special needs son.

 

Q. When did you get interested in making your Art/Craft?

 

A.  I started making my own items once I found out that my sons behavioral issues were issues that coincide with the Disorders he was diagnosed with. After enough people informed me that they can't handle my son, I decided it was time to get him evaluated and learn how to become the best advocate my son could have.

 

Q. Where does your inspiration come from?

 

A.  I would have to say that my inspiration comes from Nature. I love the beauty the earth holds. God Creation is simply amazing in that so many beautiful minerals were created by Earths natural elements. Jesus has also become a huge inspiration for me. Along with natural minerals and pearls, you will find Peace Signs, Angel wings, Hearts and Crosses. ;)

 

Q. Who taught you or how did you learn your art form?

 

A.  I'm a self taught person. I get a vision and just go with the flow.
You will not find items exactly like mine anywhere you look. In fact, many of my items are One Of A Kind items. :)

Q. Is this a hobby, part-time job, or full-time job?

 

A. I would have to say it's a Hobby and a Part-time job. My daughter also creates pieces and sells them on my Site. Since I have 3 kids, I guess you can say I have a Full-time parenting job and a Part-time job. lol

 

Q. Where do you see your Shop in 5 years from now?

 

A. No one really knows what the future holds. I just keep going with faith that eventually this part- time job might become a Full-time job with a regular stable "paycheck".

 

Q. How do you manage your time between Etsy and the rest of your life?

 

A.  I practice time management every day with 3 kids. lol. I work while my baby is napping and my two oldest are in School. I manage The Promo Oasis Team with one leader. Every night after my kids go to bed, I renew the Daily Threads. It's not easy; but I manage. This income has allowed us to qualify for Habitat for Humanity; so it's a must. I make do.
 

Q. Do you make or stock items you love, or what will sell?

 

A.  I list items that I love to create and then re-list the few that sell and are easy to mass produce. :) I also take Custom Orders where you can give me your theme of choice and I get a vision, run it by you and eventually create exactly what you want.
I haven't had any complaints on Custom Orders yet. :)

 

Q. Where else can we find you online?

 

A. You can also find my on Yardsellr: yardsellr.com/yardsale/Heidi-Gilmore-774417

Style.ly: style.ly/boutique/Heidi-Gilmore-179158

I also occasionally sell on ebay, myworld.ebay.com/atouchofpurple1

 

Q.  Did you always want to have your own business?

 

A.  No, I had high hopes to go to college and get my Masters Degree in Psychology. I've always wanted a Career in helping people in some sort of way.

 

Q. Any other thoughts you want to share with us?

 

A.  Peace, Love and God Bless ;)

 

Thank you so much Heidi for letting us into your world and your shop!

 

 

Here is a Sample of Heidi's Work! Enjoy!