Friday, January 25, 2013

Feature Post: meet Kayla from LoveSparklePretty {Giveaway!}

Oh how I love finding new shops online {especially on Etsy.com, my favorite place to shop handmade!}! I have written a few posts about different cute finds. Today I have for you a little interview to introduce you to Kayla! The owner and lovely girl behind the adorable Etsy Shop: LoveSparklePretty.
Bridal Bow - White Birdcage Veil and Lace
 I don't know about you, but I love everything girlie, sparkly and pretty.. just like everything she makes and sells in her shop. This is what I ask her to share with us:


-Please tell us who you are.

My name is Kayla (a.k.a. wife and mommy) and I blog over at Love Sparkle Pretty. I share my love for "pretty" things with DIY projects, wedding/event planning, floral design, styled photo shoots, bridal pieces, event décor and lots of inspiration! I love to find beauty in simplicity and magnifying it! I believe in following your dreams no matter how crazy they may seem because God gave you your gifts and talents for a good reason.
 
-When did you start creating your beautiful Hair Accessories?
When I got married to my wonderful husband in 2010, I created flower hairpieces for my bridesmaids as well as many other details for the big day. It all really started there! I opened up my Etsy shop and created pieces part time while going to nursing school, work, starting a family and everything in between. I ultimately left work and nursing school to do what I am really passionate about and work full time on growing Love Sparkle Pretty. I am currently enrolled in a floral design class, I will be working on a certificate for wedding/event planning and I have been working with more photographers to create visions for their shoots. It's been quite an adventure and I love it!
 
-What is your inspiration?
I think my initial inspiration is rooted from my grandmother who has always been so creative. When I was younger, I would go with her to all of her craft shows and I loved it! Now, when I get inspiration to create new pieces, it seems to hit me in all sorts of ways. For example, I can be inspired by just sketching ideas in a notebook, looking through magazines, strolling antique shops, playing with different fabrics, browsing blogs, and even just sitting under a tree in silence. When an idea for a project tugs at my heart, it's a pretty amazing feeling and I don't want to ever lose that!
 
-What else do you like to do for fun?
I love to spend time with my little family and take walks, watch movies, and play board games. Snowboarding is a favorite past time in the winter and sticking my toes in the sand is a must in the summer. If I get "alone time," usually you can find me sipping a hot soy chai, strolling antique shops, and frolicking through aisles and aisles of fabric…is that weird? J
 
-Tell me one funny thing about you.
Well, it's not so "funny" to me but to my husband, he finds it hilarious. My second toe is longer than my big toe (like quite a bit longer). I think it's pretty normal but others have made comments about it. I just say, "it means I'm intelligent!" lol
 
-Tell me one of your dreams.
If you mean a future goal of mine then I definitely have an answer! J I would LOVE to open a sweet little boutique with beautiful gardens where you can have tea parties, weddings, bridal showers, and other lovely celebrations. This same boutique would be my wedding and event planning "home" that also showcases many of the designs and creations made by me. One day…

Thank you Kayla for sharing with us a little about you!! And thank you for giving one lucky reader the opportunity to win one of your gorgeous headbands! Precisely the Red Blooming Headband!! Perfect color and style for a lovely Valentine's Day {and any other occasion!!}...
 
 
 
 
 
 

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I hope you participate in many!! Good Luck to you all!!!!!

xoxo,

 

14 comments:

  1. My favorite item is actually the Red Blooming Headband, so I hope I win! :)

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  2. My favorite is ; http://www.etsy.com/listing/115876604/sale-hello-deer-pretty-deer-necklace?

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  3. http://www.etsy.com/listing/98954470/3-dainty-rosettes-on-a-necklace?

    I love this!!!

    Mandy Jean
    mandyjeanchic@gmail.com

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  4. Teagan-A tea party inspired hairclip, it's so pretty!

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  5. I love this: BEAUTIFUL ivory flower with lace, pearls, crystals, feathers, & birdcage veil :)

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  6. I love the Crafters Charm Necklace with Antique Sewing Machine, Heart, and "Made with Love" Charms

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  7. I love the Jeremiah 29:11 Charm Necklace with dainty beads

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  8. My favorite is the blooming headband in gray

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  9. This bow headband is adorable, I love this! I found your blog through from the Whispering Sweet Nothings giveaway and I am so glad I did, I love it and I am now following you!

    xx
    Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

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    1. I really like the Dainty Lace & Pearls Necklace

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    2. Hi Kelly!! Thank you so much for stopping by.. and welcome to my blog!! :)

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  10. I found your blog through LoveSparklePretty...very nice:)

    xox Megan
    allthatglitters810.wordpress.com

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