Less Than Three Designs <3: Erica Leigh Designs

I must admit, I'm in sort of a rush today. I'm performing with my choir. We're singing at a friend's wedding. My secret life as a musician, heh heh heh. Anyway, I'm supposed to be leaving my house in four minutes, but I could help but do a feature before I go. Today's victim, er... featured seller is Erica Leigh Designs.

Jailhouse Jumper

1) Your shop name:
Erica Leigh Designs

2) Your real name:
Erica Leigh! :)

3) Your favorite breakfast cereal:
Ha, that's a hard one. I'd have to say Apple Jacks!

4) When did you begin creating?
Um, around sophomore year of high school? That was about 4 years ago. My mom taugh me how to make tote bags and she made me make them for all my friends when they had birthdays. I started experimenting with making purses and clothes last year though.

5) Got a day job?
I'm a college student. Does that count?

6) Your inspirations:
Vintage fashions, art, films...anything and everything that catches my eye.

Vintage Paisley Olive Green Hobo Bag with Satin Bow Tie and Buttons

7) Weirdest thing you've ever made:
A friendship bracelet out of a plastic lei.

8) Creation that you are most proud of:
The black hooded top with pink trim and bow. it was one of the first tops I ever made!

9) Explain your shop name:
Well, it's really simple. it's just my first and middle name with "designs" added on. i couldn't think of anything else to call it at the time.

10) Final thoughts?
I love making things! i think that sewing is a great creative outlet. Plus, I love fashion and think that it's one of the best ways a person can express themselves with. Also, anyone who wants to add me on myspace: www.myspace.com/ericaleighdesigns.

Thank you!!!