What
girl doesn't like adding a bold, beautiful necklace to their outfit?
Kate from the Madeit store 'My Pretty Ivy' sure likes to create
beautiful necklaces that are washable - perfect for Mums that have bubs
that love to put items in their mouths.
I
had the opportunity to ask Kate about her creations and her store and
is my feature Madeit seller for this month. So sit back, grab a cup of
tea and enjoy reading about 'My Pretty Ivy' ...
**Note:
If you like an item, click on the photo and it will take you to the My
Pretty Ivy shop and will give you more detail about the items**
Tell us a bit about 'My Pretty Ivy'...
Hi
my name is Kate and I'm a first time mum to my very pretty Ivy (I am no
doubt like all mothers biased!). Like most women I love pretty little
things and realise that having a baby and wearing jewellery don't often
go hand in hand!
After
struggling to find well priced and good quality jewellery made from
silicone I decided to create some. Initially I began creating necklaces
for friends who have also recently had babies! A couple of friends who
received these necklaces as gifts made the suggestion of me creating an
online store and given I am on leave from my role as a registered nurse I
had the opportunity to explore my creative side! so My pretty Ivy was
created! These pretty and affordable necklaces are made from 100%
non-toxic food grade silicone beads that are free from BPA, lead and any
other nasties!
Each
necklace is unique and one of a kind (I wear plain coloured clothes and
like to add colour through accessories...I know I am not the only woman
who does this!)
I
love that these necklaces can be washed with warm soapy water (as
little fingers are cute but usually grubby!) and come with a safety
clasp(little hands are strong!)
They are great for wearing when feeding to keep little fingers distracted!
What do you like most about being a handmade designer/creator?
I
love designing necklaces with customers as it allows both of us to
create a piece they will love and wear! I know that there are times when
you feel like you lose your sense of self as a new mum. Making these
necklaces and exploring my creative side allows me to feel connected
to me. It is very therapeutic working with different shaped and coloured
beads!
I
feel that there is something special about handmade items in this day
of seasonal and mass produced items....you can feel the love and energy
in them!
What is your favourite item (that you have created)?
It
would be unfair to label one of my necklaces a favourite! I like them
all especially when I receive a thankyou note from a happy recipient!
What is next? Do you have any new ideas/products/designs planned?
At this stage My pretty Ivy is still very new....so who knows where it will travel!
Thank
you very much Kate for sharing your ideas! I, too, echo the love of
handmade items - the joy and relaxing in creating them and also the care
that these items exude in a mass produced world.
If
you would like to visit My Pretty Ivy, please click here. Why not drop
Kate a message and leave some feedback about her creations (email
address is located on the My Pretty Ivy store page)!
To see other Madeit stores, please click here.
Thanks for stopping by!
~ Jen.
P.S
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