Meet Emma from Sweet Event Stationery
Emma is the creator of beautiful stationery for any and all events. Affordable and beautiful you will be guaranteed to have something special for your party, wedding, hen night or pretty much any event. Check out our interview with Emma below.
When
did you begin making and what was your inspiration?
Last October I was planning a joint party
for my two boys and was frustrated the partyware I could find at the time. I
wanted to go all out with a theme so make their party really personal to them,
and decided to have a go at designing it myself. It wasn't such a far leap to
make, as I have been working as a graphic artist for the last 18 years - more
of a natural progression. I enjoyed the experience so much, and got so many
compliments on what I had done that I thought I'd try doing the same for other
mums :)
My inspiration for craft markets goes back
to days spent in London trawling Spitalfields and Camden markets. I used to
spend my weekends inventing new card designs and dreaming of one day selling
them. It's something I've always wanted to do, so I've come full circle.
What
do you make?
Event stationery for every occasion, be it
partyware, cupcake toppers, banners, invitations, thanks you notes, birthday
cards, wedding invitations. I'm a stationery addict and love trying out new
ideas. I'm always expanding my range and trying new ideas, recently my father's
day bottle labels and chocolate wrappers have proved a big hit. I'm also
developing a range of Sweet Es gifts, so check out the new items on my table at
the next market :)
Who
has been the most influential in your craft?
My friends and family and mainly my soon to
be 4 year old - he road tests every new idea and let's me know if it's a winner
;)
What
inspires you?
Beautiful typography and the colour red.
Being involved with people's special occasions is inspiring and so rewarding
when a collaboration or idea for a theme
takes shape and becomes a reality.
What do you like to chow down on?
Curry, chicken tikka massala and garlic nan
- get's me every time :)
Where
do you find your online inspiration? Favourite Blogs/ websites?
There are so many party websites I turn to
for inspiration, but pinterest is usually my first stop :)
When
you are not at the Devonport Craft Market - where can people find your work?
Online (www.sweetevents.co.nz), facebook
(www.facebook.com/SweetEventStationery) and from pixie party supplies
What
handmade possession do you most treasure?
I was recently given a beautiful bracelet
by Trena at YGM design, it's incredible. I'm blown away by how many talented
people I have met since starting Sweet Es.
Apart
from making/creating, what do you do?
I also run a freelance graphic design
company (Elk Design) and look after my 2 boys Toby and Thomas. Life is hectic
and busy but lots of fun!!
What
music is on 'high rotate' on your stereo or iPod at the moment?
Bruno Mars, I love the soppy lyrics and
Adele.
Sweet Event Stationary has a wonderful
special offer for all of you readers…
Mention you read Emma's profile and you will receive - 50% off
any pack of cupcake toppers (usually $10) - Awesome!!
Thank you so much Emma!
