Sightings
Mondrian Boots on Etsy’s Front Page!
My Vintage Mondrian Boots were featured on the FRONT PAGE of Etsy in Handpicked Items. Thanks to the guys and gals over at Etsy for promoting my stuff!
Check out the necklace on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Slim Fit Military Hand Stud Cardi On Outblush!
Outblush recently did a featurette on my Studded Military Cardigan. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Dark Pony Designs recently did a featurette about her Valentines wishlist and featured my Studded Shoulder Buffalo Plaid Dress. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy HERE and get a piece of history =)
And check out her Etsy store as well here
Check It Out – A Studded Featurette on suffix-hail!
I’m sure you all remember my friend Sohail from the previous post I did, he’s the genius behind those absolutely fabulous studded leather brogues of course. And now he has a new blog with “photos/illustrations/shambles” from the mind of Mr. Sohail. He has been kind enough to include a post about our rendezvous through stud-heaven together.
Check out the post here…
AND his brand-spankin new wonderful blog HERE!
OutsaPop Featured Post: Stud Stash!
OutsaPop recently did a complete post on Studded Goodies with pics of my Studded Loafers, Vintage Military Studded Blazer and Lightning bolt Pixie Boots. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Studded Loafers Featured on Fruit Skeletons
My Studded Loafers were featured on fruit skeletons today. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Dip Dye Fringe Scoop Racer-Back Hooded Tunic Featured on Etsy’s Front Page
My Dip Dye Fringe Scoop Racer-Back Hooded Tunic was featured on the FRONT PAGE of Etsy in Handpicked Items on Wed November 18, 2009. Thanks to the guys and gals over at Etsy for promoting my stuff!
Check out the post on craftcult here and the Tunic on Etsy here to get a piece of history =)
Christian Louboutin vs. Etsy: Studded Loafers on Percezioni di moda
My Studded Loafers were featured on Percezioni di moda today. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Studded Loafers Seen on PULL TEETH
My Studded Loafers were featured on PULL TEETH today. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Studded Loafers and Boots on thelooksee
My Studded Loafers AND Boots were featured on thelooksee today. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
“VAMPIRES, COWBOYS & GAGA” Studded Ankle Boots Seen on The Haute Pursuit
My Studded Ankle Boots were featured on The Haute Pursuit today. Thanks so much to them for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Shredded Jersey Fabric Necklaces by Mozui!
Super cute shredded fabric necklaces are all over place right now and are the perfect way to add color and dress up an outfit! If you’re in the market for one you definitely have to check out my friend Mozui’s shop! She has tons of selection and all the styles and colors you could want for the best prices! I just got a tie-dye burgundy and orange one and can’t stop wearing it… LOVE!
The Storque Must Really Like Me!
Two items featured on two posts in 2 DAYS! wow… Check out the Boot Camp Post here and the Holiday Home Decor Showcase here and pics of the posts below!
Dip Dye Fringe Scoop Racer-Back Hooded Tunic Featured on Etsy’s Front Page and In Fall Fashion Gift Guide!
I didn’t even get time to post about this yet and it’s already getting publicity all over Etsy! My Dip Dye Fringe Scoop Racer-Back Hooded Tunic was featured on the FRONT PAGE of Etsy in Handpicked Items at 4:00pm EST on Sat September 19, 2009. Thanks to SundraSandrusi and the guys and gals over at Etsy for promoting my stuff!
Check out the post on craftcult here and the Tunic on Etsy here to get a piece of history =)
UPDATE: Just found out that the tunic was also featured on the first page of the Atumun: Fall Harvest Fall Fashion Gift Guide!
Check the Guide out here and see my tunic along with all their other awesome picks! It’s time to get ready for fall, now if only the weather would get cold here in Cali…
Studded Rollerball Loafers on missnonhuman
My Studded Rollerball Loafers were featured on missnonhuman’s site today. Thanks so much to her for promoting my DIY studding abilities and repping my Etsy store!
Check out the original post here shoes on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
hand cut leather collage bib collar necklace on paper & pattern!
My hand cut brown leather suede reversible collage bib collar pendant yoke necklace was posted on”paper& pattern” under their Etsy Thursday Favorites. Yay!!! Check out the original post here.
Thanks for the love!
You can get the necklace at my Etsy store here.
My Red Ampersand Boots Posted on Etsy’s Facebook and Twitter Pages!
Thanks to the Etsy Team for all the love on my boots! They’re getting such a huge reception from everyone…
Check out the Facebook link here and the Twitter link here.
AND buy the boots at my Etsy store here.
Hand Cut Leather Collage Bib Necklace Featured on Etsy’s Front Page!
My Hand Cut Leather Collage Bib Necklace was featured on the FRONT PAGE of Etsy in Handpicked Items. Thanks to the guys and gals over at Etsy for promoting my craftiness!
Check out the necklace on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Two String Jane on Tout-Est-Des-Roses!
Recycling Star Of David for tout-est-des-roses
Thanks so much to Sara Sophia over at Tout-Est-Des-Roses for such an amazing post about my stuff! With the adorable pictures of mom and daughter wearing the Recycling Star of David Tees and the stellar review of my clothing I am at a loss for words! It was an absolute joy corresponding with her on the interview and giveaway.
Check out the post here to read the full interview and review and enter the giveaway for some cute Kids Flowering Vines Leggings or a Colorblock Lace Bib Necklace Tunic!
Studded Loafers on heysusy*
Thanks to heysusy* for including my studded loafers in her post ” THINGS TO MAKE AND DO { fabric frolic }”.
Check out the original post here and my Etsy store to get a pair of your own!
Cool Jewels: Green Girl Studios’ Handmade Pewter Pendants and Charms
Green Girl Charms
I’ve been in love with Green Girl Studios‘ whimsical handmade pewter pendants and beads ever since I found them back in 2008… and I’ve worn my Robin Head and Home Nest charms almost every day since then!
With limitless selection of cuddly woodland charms on their site it’s definitely hard to choose a favorite. The attention to detail is impeccable and, as a small family run business, it’s great to see that they still carve and cast everything themselves. They’re the perfect addition to any outfit and look adorable on colorful thin satin ribbon or cord. Great for gifts as well!
Check out their store here and my favorites out of their adorable designs below!
All Over Studded Rollerball Loafers Featured on Etsy’s Front Page!
My Studded Rollerball Loafers were featured on the FRONT PAGE of Etsy in Handpicked Items “Inspired by an Indian Summer”. Thanks to the guys and gals over at Etsy for promoting my studding abilities!
Check out the boots on Etsy here and get a piece of history =)
Alyssa Zukas Front Page of Etsy, Oh Yeah!
ReTweet Post on FashionIndie: “FYI DIY: Studded Ankle Boots”
Retweeted Post on FashionIndie
YAY! I was so excited to see my post about DIY Studded Boots retweeted on my absolute hands down FAVORITE site, FashionIndie! I’m about to faint…
I love their articles and awesome/funny takes on everything. They’re the best resource out there for everything you need to know to be able to battle it out in the world of fashion!
Thanks again to FashionIndie for all the love on my DIY Project! Check out the post here…
Another Day, Another Ripped Off Design…
You Thought We Wouldn't Notice
“There have been loads of copycats since this series of admittedly simplistic t-shirt designs, created by Alyssa Zukas, first appeared at Urban Outfitters in 2007. Most of the biters were clever enough to change things a bit, but not this time. They even had the nerve to use the original Urban Outfitters product photography, AND Alyssa’s name, all over their site. The original tees have “Alyssa Zukas” and a bio screenprinted into the inner neck tag area, along with Urban’s made-up store brand “Spark in the Dark.”
Yes, that’s right… my shirts have been jacked once again! Check out the “you thought we wouldn’t notice” post to see the whole article including comparison shots and get the word out there about crappy counterfeiting!
“Dreams of a shoe-shaped variety” – Ariella and Chloe Studded Boots Tutorial on Miss Brightside
Tutorial on Miss Brightside!
Thanks so much to Jeni for posting about my Chloe and Ariella boots tutorial on Miss Brightside. She has amazing taste! And check out the gorgeous Christian Louboutin petal sandal tutorial she has on there as well… can’t wait to try it out. YAY!
Urban Outfitters Lightning Bolt Shirt On Janette From SYTYCD
Lightning Bolt Tee on SYTYCD
Janette from So You Think You Can Dance was seen wearing my Artist Series Lightning Bolt Tee for Urban Outfitters in recap videos from elimination 8 of season 5. It’s the second time one of my tees has made it to SYTYCD and one of numerous times the Lightning Bolt tee has been on TV!
Like it? Get yours here!
Ebay Yard Sale: Snag My Stuff for Cheap
Hey everyone, I’m cleaning out my closet so if you want great deals on some of my stuff check out my Ebay store here! I have lots of Free People stuff from past seasons and a few of my own things with most bids starting at $0.99. Enjoy!
Alyssa Zukas on Twitter… I hope I don’t regret this decision!
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The title speaks for itself! I’m getting with the times and just signed up for a Twitter account… I hope I don’t regret this decision!
For updates on all things two string jane follow me here: http://twitter.com/twostringjane
Before and After Owl Wall Plaque On Design*Sponge!
Owl Plaque on Design*Sponge
Thanks to Design*Sponge for posting about my Before and After owl parts!
… their readers’ verdict on my redo: CREEPY! And I kinda have to agree… Frames are some of the most uninteresting and bland things out there these days so I’m always looking for new ways to show off artwork and prints. Plus, the owl parts have such a big kitsch-factor that I don’t think there’s anything I could to make them not look creepy.
Plus, what’s better than a pair of glossy owl eyes following your every move? I’d say not much! 
Look familiar? Strange, I didn’t think I worked with Kmart. (Counterfeit / ripoff alert)
Say what you will about Kmart… I didn’t think they’d stoop this low. Friends of mine were there earlier today and gave me a call to let me know that a t-shirt they saw there looked very similar to the Heart Tee I did as part of my Urban Outfitters artist series tees in 2008. A quick online search later, and lookie here… a bit familiar, dontcha think?
Alyssa Zukas ripped off by Kmart? You decide.
And some more that may have been… oh… lightly “inspired by” my original designs:
Kmart Goes Too Far—these tees were NOT designed by Alyssa Zukas. Caveat emptor.
I guess imitation is the highest form of flattery and yadda yadda. On the bright side, it looks like my stuff has caught on so much that big-box stores want their little piece of the action. But I’ll be honest with you—it’s not like I’m making bank on my designs… I still rely on every single item I sell to make ends meet.
What do you think… outright theft? Or [gag]… fair use? Sound off in the comments. I’m pretty P’ed-O and I could use some moral support.