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Hello lovelies... and happy Friday! Today begins a new feature here on CC titled Creature of Comfort. Each week I will be asking my favorite artist's and bloggers to share their current inspirations with us all, as well as a short little interview. I don't know about you, but I absolutely love to know what inspires the people who inspire me most of all (I have a feeling you probably do too). And so without further delay, please welcome our first Creature of Comfort: Susy of Susyjack*
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Q: What is one thing that never fails to inspire you?
A: Honestly,
it's going to the hardware store, or to the bead and findings stores
here in NYC. I love all of the industrial items-- D Rings, Pony Beads,
Raw Canvas tool bags... all of these items help me to come up with new
products, or to think of ways to add to the ones I am already working
on. And, the antique jewelry at the Met is always incredible to see.
I'm always amazed at the beautiful shapes in handmade jewelry.
Q: How are you currently incorporating your inspirations into your blog/designs/art?
A: My
blog helps me document what I'm enjoying and feeling really inspired
by...but it also helps me figure out where I might be able to go that's
new. I love items that are pared down, industrial, useful and minimal,
but also beautiful and delightful. I think that balance is magical; I
try and hold my designs to that standard...looking at my
inspirations...the artists and objects I really connect with helps to
remind me what I really want to reach for.
Q: What is your favorite indulgence?
A: All
of the indulgences I can think of involve food! It's either my coffee
in the morning (I love that first sip!)...or, a leisurely, delicious
lunch with a friend...or a really, really satisfying, savory dinner at
the end of a long day. I absolutely love going to the specialty cheese
shop downtown when it's cold, picking out a few cheeses we haven't
tried yet...then heading home, warming up, and trying them out with a
good glass of wine.
Q: What are three creature comforts you can't live without?
A: 1.Naps...I love to take naps in the afternoon. I am chronically lethargic right after lunch.
2.Great
Shoes...I have no willpower when it comes to shoes. Especially boots.
They have the power to rejuvenate all my old clothes!
3.Things that
smell good...I love perfumes, spices, fresh flowers...and I always take
the time to stop and smell something yummy; whether it's peaches at the
deli or peonies in the park.
Q: Do you have a personal motto or words that you live by (quotes and song lyrics are fine too)?
A:I
think it's...to indulge curiosities...to use imagination and ask 'what
if'. I probably don't have a motto, but I always loved the phrase 'Live
your way into the answer'.
To view links to Susy's inspirations (and see what goodies she's offering in a special CC giveaway)...
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