A Day in the Life - Handbag & Jewelry Designer — handbag designer

Behind the Scenes - Making Leather Flowers with Artist Lisa Ramos

Posted by Lisa Ramos on Jan 01, 2024

This month I am taking readers through some of the details of my handbag production process. Readers get a sneak peak into how I cut large leather hides and see the details that go into making leather flower elements for the MONOLISA 2024 Bag Collection. So, lets get started...

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Step Into My Colorful Studio Where The Creations Happen

Posted by Lisa Ramos on Dec 01, 2023

This year it was all about adding color, creating more warmth, purchasing a few new tools and finding the right chair. The additions have added more feelings of peace and brightness - the perfect combination for a creative workspace. In this blog article I am excited to share with readers the changes I made. So, lets take a look...

Reflection - Celebrating Six Years in Business at MONOLISA

Posted by Lisa Ramos on Nov 01, 2023

This month marks the sixth anniversary of starting my business. In this blog I thought it would be fun for readers to experience some of the memories from a "Questions and Answers Series" about this year's experiences. This year certainly delivered lots of wonderful moments and fond memories along the way. So, lets take a peak down memory lane.

Artist Life - Art & Dyslexia

Posted by Lisa Ramos on Jun 01, 2023

Most recently, learning about my dyslexia has been both life changing and surprisingly comforting to me. Creating with my hands has led me on an interesting journey of uncovering my dyslexia and helped clarify why my childhood academics were such a struggle. This month I am sharing with readers my latest newfound appreciation of self-discovery and details about how it unexpectedly unfolded. Here is my story...

Artist Life - Time for a Getaway to Carmel

Posted by Lisa Ramos on May 01, 2023

My two day coastal trip to Carmel, California was certainly one to remember. I detail the picturesque moments, new experiences, incredible memories and new inspiration from my trip.