by Whitney | May 30, 2012 | Artist, Creative Whims |
This post is self explanatory. Especially if you noticed the large circle up there in the header. Not entirely new if you follow FG on facebook and twitter, but I’m finally ‘branding’ the blog with my new-ish logo. Designer Karla Mickens, who happens...
by Whitney | Mar 30, 2012 | Creative Whims |
These days emerging artist/start-up competitions are eating my time. By the mouth full. Since starting my accessory line at the end of last year, the idea of going full time Freshly Given is mmmm mmmm good. I created the above stop motion animation to show my process...
by Whitney | Dec 5, 2011 | Creative Whims, Good Times |
Along with this blog, I have a small shop that I stock with handcrafted accessories made from upcycled leather, vinyl, etc. Well it turns out I will be sharing my goods (including the clutch I’m holding) at Rock and Shop Market two weekends from now. I...
by Whitney | Sep 16, 2011 | Creative Whims |
I’ve been talking up a big game these last few weeks regarding my shop. Dropping little sneak peeks, nuggets, and fails, here and there about what I’ve been up to. Well, here you have it: earrings, rings, and lovely leather envelope clutches. I no longer...
by Whitney | Sep 12, 2011 | Creative Whims |
When I decluttered my closet a few months ago, I promised myself I would not add another “non-staple” item. So why am I going to clothing swaps you ask. Well, you never know what you’ll find. I donated a large bag of clothing, and came back with a...
by Whitney | Sep 7, 2011 | Creative Whims |
In order to do more around here, I need more stuff. I am forever grateful to have a grandmother who throws absolutely nothing away. Oh the stories I could tell. Either way, when I’m strapped for cash, I have a running tab at her “store”. Here are a...