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Started this discussion. Last reply by Heather Korn Sep. 11, 2008.

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About Me:: How I got here..

I come from a LARGE family that's full of crafty men and women. I have a mother & aunts who sew, quilt, & knit to their hearts content.. and a father & uncles who dabble in woodworking.

My grandparents started a Honda Motorcycle shop in 1964 (that my uncles now own & run) and a year-round Christmas & gift shop in 1972 where I can be found working when I'm not crafting.

Growing up around handmade goods with loving family to show me how they were made, and being raised in two businesses, I found it fitting to start my own mini business where I could sell my creations. I make so much more than purses, although at the moment that's all I have available!

In Dec. '07, I received my Elementary Teaching Degree and I currently substitute teach when I'm not working at the Christmas shop. If I'm not working or crafting or reading or whatever else strikes my fancy, I'm at the garage with my mechanic boyfriend and the rest of the guys helping work on all their trucks and toys. I get to spend time with my hunny, while he teaches me new things and lets me help out.

In case you didn't notice.. I am crazy for color! The blending of one into the other is so beautiful to me & I try to make all my creations pop with color and put a smile on someone's face :o)

~Sonya

I am a/an:: Independent Artist/Designer, Supporter, Shopper, Independent Retailer

(Designers only) I create:: Bags, Pouches, Brooches, Jewelry, Key Fobs.. and anything else that floats my boat!

(Designers only) I have been featured on:: www.we-design-handbags.com

Snippets Magazine

Favorite TV Show & Movies:: TV:

The Food Network.. "Dinners, Drive-Ins, & Dives" especially!
Operacion Repo
Cake Boss
Family Guy

Movies:

Forrest Gump
The Notebook
Dumb & Dumber
Lifetime Movies

At 8:47am on August 27, 2009, Dorothy Moser said…: Sonia, thanks you for your interest in my site. It seems we have some similarities as I also love to sew. I have had a crazy summer and am just getting to the Indie site I set up a while ago, it's so nice to be warmly welcomed, especially since i know no one yet, I appreciate your offer of friendship! :)

At 1:18pm on August 24, 2009, Sara Windsor said…: Thank you for your warm welcome. I joined here a couple of months ago but havve been swamped with family and business matters. I appreciate your offer to help...I may call upon you since I'm new to Indiepublic. Love you pouches, by the way! Peace to your heart, Sara

At 2:00pm on August 4, 2009, Marjorie said…: Thanks for the lovely welcome, Sonya. :)

At 8:32pm on August 2, 2009, mer? said…: Thanks for your comment! Welcome to my handmade creation blog too!
http://meeer2.blogspot.com/

Thank you~!

At 8:53am on August 1, 2009, Laurie de Paolo said…: Hi Sonya,
I was trying to invite some of my friends, but my e-mail isn't one with aol or msn. It didn't look as though I could use my regular e-mail of rfpme@maine.rr.com or funcards@maine.rr.com. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
-Laurie

At 7:39pm on July 30, 2009, Jan Bajgier said…: Thanks for being so welcoming. Haven't had a chance to look around much yet. This appears to be a very inviting website.

At 6:38pm on July 30, 2009, Laurie de Paolo said…: Thanks, Sonya! I am so lacking for time right now! I appreciate the welcome, and look forward to meeting the many wonderful people on this new site.
Best,
Laurie

At 1:02am on July 17, 2009, Kathea Pinto said…: Hello there! Please join my Playdoh Critter Printable Stationery Set Giveaway on my blog. Trade ad spaces with me for free! Become a fan of my Facebook Page and follow me on Twitter for awesome shop updates and more giveaways!