Get To Know: Myra Hopper of Myra Elizabeth Jewelry Designs
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Meet Myra Hopper of Myra Elizabeth Jewelry Designs:
Name: Myra Hopper
Business Name: Myra Elizabeth Jewelry Designs
Where are you located?
A very small town named Waleska, which is about 60 miles north of Atlanta, in an 8,000 acre wildlife preservation community overlooking a private 500 acre lake.
What is it that you design and create?
Handcrafted jewelry, created with gemstones, Swarovski crystals, freshwater pearls and precious metals.
What is your favorite part of the design process?
Completing a piece that turns out more beautiful than expected, and receiving comments and feedback from customers.
How did you come up with your business name?
Had some other names in mind which were already taken, so I used my own. Can’t imagine anyone else having my given name!
Where/How did this all begin?
Nine years ago, I attended a home jewelry party in my neighborhood. It was unique in that you got to choose your own beads and design your own piece of jewelry; the party hostesses would finish it for you. From then on, I was hooked and had to learn everything I possibly could about beading and jewelry making. In January 2005, I opened my own business online.
Who or what inspires you?
I am inspired by many things. A stunning piece of fabric, the pure wonder of nature that surrounds me, to name a few.
What advice would you give other independent artists who are just starting out?
Research all you can about starting your own small business. There is so much to learn, not just about your craft, but about marketing, advertising, websites and more.
What is your favorite indie purchase or trade?
A fun, fringed handmade purse
What t.v. shows are you currently hooked on?
Grey’s Anatomy, Project Runway (when’s the next show coming on?) and Desperate Housewives
What was the last movie you watched?
Pirates of the Carribean: At World’s End
What’s your favorite food?
Ice cream
What’s your favorite candy?
Any kind of chocolate
Coffee or Tea?
Both; coffee in the morning, tea in the evening
What store could you walk around in for hours and be happy?
Any well-stocked bead shop and Archiver’s (an awesome scrapbook store)
Any pets?
Three dogs, a beagle/german shepard mix, a Lhasa Apso and a long-haired “deer†chihuahua
Favorite place to visit or place you’d like to visit?
Would love to visit Ireland
Any celebrity crushes?
My daughter and I love Orlando Bloom!
Favorite Holiday?
Thanksgiving
Favorite piece of clothing?
Denim jacket
Do you speak any other languages? If not, would you like to learn one?
Took three years of French in high school, but never had the opportunity to practice it, so don’t remember too much.
We’re half way through the year! Any exciting plans for the rest of the year?
Having my jewelry featured in some area boutiques and getting published.
Thank you for sharing with us, Myra! We wish you much luck with your plans for the remainder of the year as well as the future! Here are some beautiful pieces from Myra’s shop:
Rose Quartz, Bronzite, Smoky Quartz and Crystal Long Necklace; Aqua Crystal Cluster Earrings; Contemporary Crystal Dangle Bracelet:
Ruby Red Jade, Freshwater Pearl and Crystal Double-Strand Bracelet; Amethyst Chandelier Earrings; Turquoise Teardrop and Coin Pearl Necklace:
{Rose Quartz, Bronzite, Smoky Quartz and Crystal Long Necklace: $100.00; Aqua Crystal Cluster Earrings: $38.00; Contemporary Crystal Dangle Bracelet: $82.00}
{Ruby Red Jade, Freshwater Pearl and Crystal Double-Strand Bracelet: $54.00 (special price); Amethyst Chandelier Earrings: $78.00; Turquoise Teardrop and Coin Pearl Necklace: $115.00}
Receive $10.00 off your next order of $40.00 or more by using coupon code “SUMMER07” at checkout. Offer good through August 31, 2007.
You have done it once more. Incredible article.