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Interview with PinkPopMash!

Alyssa Zukas — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 18:56:16 +0000

Check out a super fun two-part interview I did for PinkPopMash. Thanks for repping my Etsy store!

You can read the whole interview below or check out the original first post HERE and second post HERE.

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MASH: When did you know that you wanted to be a designer? AZ: I’ve always been drawing, sewing, painting or had my hands in some kind of creative project since I was little but I really got into designing in high school. I played around a lot with my mom’s old vintage stuff, trying to re-interpret things to be more modern.

MASH: What inspires your work? AZ: I am mostly inspired by vintage fashion, current trends and all the cool people I see on the street. I like to keep it fun and fresh.

MASH: Do you listen to a specific type of music when creating your work? AZ: As far as music goes, my current playlist has a little bit of Led Zeppelin, Kings of Convenience, Paul McCartney and Kings of Leon. My music changes with the seasons!

MASH: So, you have designed for Urban Outfitters, how did that opportunity come about? AZ: I just worked in their store in Merchandising and entered an Employee Tee Contest one day. They loved my design and wanted more… and the rest is history!

MASH: Why did you decide to sell your designs on Etsy? AZ: My friend told me about the site when it first started WAY back in 2005 but I didn’t start selling until recently. I really love the creativity of the Etsy community and the ease of use. Plus there’s no better way to test a design to see if it’s working than getting it out there on Etsy, it keeps me on my toes!

MASH: Why the name Two String Jane? AZ: Jane is what I named my guitar that I found at a garage sale for $2. It only had two strings on it at the time when I bought it and I used to learn how to play things on my guitar when I had “designers block”. Thus “two string jane”!

MASH: What advice would you give to a designer trying to make a name for themselves? AZ: Always stay true to yourself and your style and it will show in your work… and be open to the unexpected. Invest in branding for yourself and especially in good pictures! They’re the most valuable tool you have when selling your brand.

MASH: Who is your favorite designer? Why? AZ: I love Karen Walker right now, her stuff is flirty and feminine with a tomboy twist which I think is a great mix and her florals are amazing!

MASH: Finally, where do you see yourself in five years? AZ: Still working away on anything creative I can get my hands on. I’d love to have my own physical storefront someday! Curating a collection for a store of my own would be one of the most fun things ever.

Studded Oxford Collaboration with Mr. Sohail Justin Akhavein

Alyssa Zukas — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:36:01 +0000

So I was recently approached by the wonderful Sohail, a fashion student out of Minnesota and all around awesome guy! After he found me through my Etsy store, he contacted me wanting a pair of studded loafers, which I just found out had been discontinued by the manufacturer. So he looked and searched until we found some gorgeous leather oxfords from Urban Outfitters that worked out perfectly. Check out the gorgeous end result in more detail below:

AND if YOU want a pair like these, or any other kind of studded shoes you can think of just contact me through my Etsy store or through my contact form on this site and I’ll work with you to make a pair of studded beauties for you!

Check out my Etsy Store here for all kinds of goodies galore!

two string jane featured post on CASH MONI

Alyssa Zukas — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:25:12 +0000

CASH MONI recently did a complete post on me with pics of my new white Studded Loafers and Carol’s striped faux fur vest after seeing my stuff on NOTCOT. 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 =)

two string jane Monster Series Tees Adds 2 New Friends!

Alyssa Zukas — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 02:01:16 +0000

Clive gets two new friends to hang out with in my Etsy shop… meet Fred Fuzzy and Sam! Made on the same silky viscose, this oversized super thin tee drapes perfectly and accentuates your silhouette while not looking baggy.

Get them HERE!

hand cut leather collage bib collar necklace on paper & pattern!

Alyssa Zukas — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:41:37 +0000

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.

Two String Jane on Tout-Est-Des-Roses!

Alyssa Zukas — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:29:57 +0000

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!

ReTweet Post on FashionIndie: “FYI DIY: Studded Ankle Boots”

Alyssa Zukas — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:52:48 +0000

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…

LIMITED EDITION : Renewal Urban Outfitters Alyssa Zukas Artist Series Heart Deep V Dip Tie Dye Tunic Sweatshirt

Alyssa Zukas — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 17:48:32 +0000

Super cute remade renewal deep v neck sweatshirt has all the comfy funky flair you’ll ever need with a huge heart on the front! The fleece feels like it’s never been worn! This white and grey dip dyed deep v tunic sweatshirt features a tunic silhouette with banded sleeves, neckline and hem. It also features a tie at the drop waist with gold beads at the ends, a big red heart from my Urban Outfitters Artist Series Tee on it and roomy hidden pockets at the sides.

Brand: none

Size: Fits like M/L

Measurements lying flat:
pit to pit- 22-24″
shoulder to bottom hem- 24″
sleeve length- 29″
shoulder to shoulder- open”
bottom hem width- 16″

BUY ME HERE!

Alyssa Zukas on Twitter… I hope I don’t regret this decision!

Alyssa Zukas — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:32:35 +0000

AAAAaaaaaahhhh!

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

Clive – Monster Series – Handpainted two string jane Viscose Scoop Neck Oversized Tee with Rolled Cuffs in Grey

Alyssa Zukas — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 19:20:29 +0000

Clive the Monster makes his debut in my new Monster Series of shirts for two string jane line! This sexy oversized tee is super versatile and super comfy. Made of silky viscose, this oversized super thin tee drapes perfectly and accentuates your silhouette while not looking baggy.

Each tee features a sexy scoop neck and rolled cuffs with Clive the Monster hand printed in Black ink at the front hem of the tee. Each Clive has a uniquely textured pattern since I hand printed him just for you… no two shirts are ever alike!

BUY ME HERE!