Inside the Studio: Craft, Process and Personal Stories — women entrepreneurs

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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Tags: Artist Blog, Artist Life, Bay Area Made, designer lisa ramos, handbag designer, How I Make Leather Bags, Leather Bags, lightweight bags, Made in California, Made In USA, Making Leather Bags, Making Leather Flowers, women entrepreneurs, Working with Leather

Step Into My Colorful Studio Where The Creations Happen - Year 2023

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 - My Interview on Dyslexia Explored

Posted by Lisa Ramos on Oct 11, 2023

October is National Dyslexia Awareness Month. This month I am honored to be featured on the Podcast Dyslexia Explored. During my podcast interview I discuss my dyslexic journey with podcast host Darius Namdaran.

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Tags: art and dyslexia, Artist Blog, Artist Life, designer lisa ramos, women entrepreneurs

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.