California Handbag & Jewelry Designer Lisa Ramos Blog Articles

5 Categories - 77 articles

Artist Life - Being a Designer

In the Being a Designer Blog Lisa takes readers behind the scenes of her Artist Life. Her articles include the design process, being dyslexic, working around physical challenges and her long artistic journey. 

Chronic Pain Medical Mystery Solved - June 2025
Step into My Studio Where the Creations Happen - Year 2024 - October 2024
3 Essentials to Help with Sales At An Art Show - August 2024
Working Around Chronic Pain - 10 Tips - June 2024
Behind the Scenes - Making Leather Flowers with Artist Lisa Ramos - January 2024
Step Into My Colorful Studio Where The Creations Happen - December 2023 
Reflection - Celebrating Six Years in Business at MONOLISA - November 2023
Artist Life - My Interview on Dyslexia Explored - October 2023
Artist Life - Art & Dyslexia - June 2023
Artist Life - Time for a Getaway to Carmel - May 2023
A Walk in My Shoes - Art & Pain - April 2023
Meet the Artist - California Handbag & Jewelry Designer Lisa Ramos - March 2023
Step into My Improved Studio - Where the Creations Happen - October 2022
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month - My Personal Journey - September 2022
Solitude Meets Art - My Artistic Journey - August 2022
Creating a More Ergonomic Work Environment in My Studio - July 2022
Behind The Scenes of Making Leather Bags - Made in California (Part 2) - April 2022 
Lessons I Learned in Leather Craft - Favorite Tools & Resources - March 2022
Behind The Scenes of Making Leather Bags - Made in California (Part 1) - February 2022
The Evolution of Design - Part 2 - November 2021
The Evolution of Design - Part 1 - October 2021
A Day in the Life of Making Product Videos - Funny Bloopers - May 2021
Step into My Studio - Where the Creations Happen - April 2021
A Day In the Life of an Entrepreneur Part 3- Making a Gemstone Ring - April 2021
A Day In the Life of an Entrepreneur Part 2 - Making a Leather Bag - April 2021
A Day In the Life of an Entrepreneur Part 1 - Doing Art Shows - April 2021  

STARTING A BUSINESS - LESSONS ALONG THE WAY 

Starting a Business - Lessons Along The Way Blog - Lisa discusses starting a solo owned business in her fifties and the incredible journey she has experienced along the way. Lisa also shares some of her business insight hoping to encourage and help others starting a business. 

How I Started My Handmade Jewelry & Handbag Business - Lessons Learned Along The Way - April 2025
Celebrating 7 Years In Business - November 2024
EM/POWEREDbyWMN Podcast Interview - Power of Face-to-Face Sales - July 2024
10 Tips for Selling at Art Shows and Festivals - From An Artist Who Has Done 160 Plus Shows - March 2024
Artist Life - 20 Things I Do to Run My Business - August 2023
Artist Life - My Interview with Jessica Rose about Selling My Work at Shows - February 2023 
Lessons I Learned Making Jewelry - Great Teachers & Resources - Part 2 - January 2023
Reflection - Celebrating 5 Years in Business - November 2022
Lessons From a Roadshow Artist - I wish I knew  - June 2022
The Art World - Getting Your Work into Art Shows - May 2022
Reflection - Celebrating Four Years in Business -November 2021
Lessons I learned Selling at Outdoor Art Shows & Festivals - September 2021
Lessons I Learned Making Jewelry - Great Teachers & Resources - July 2021
The Funny Side of Business - Selling at Art Shows & Festivals  - March 2021
Starting a Business at 50 - March 2021 

CALIFORNIA FESTIVALS & ART SHOWS

The California Festivals & Art Shows Blog - Support local businesses, find unique gifts, explore fine art or sip some wine at these fun upcoming California Art events.

California Art & Wine, Fine Art Shows and Holiday Boutiques in 2025 - December 2024
California Art & Wine, Fine Art Shows and Holiday Boutiques in 2024 - December 2023
Handmade Gift Ideas from California Artists & Makers - October 2023
Fine Art Gifting Ideas - September 2023
Shop Women Owned Businesses - September 2023
California Art & Wine, Fine Art Shows and Holiday Boutiques in 2023 - December 2022
California Art & Wine, Fine Art Shows and Holiday Boutiques in 2022 - December 2021
California Art & Wine Festivals, Fine Art Shows and Holiday Shopping Events in 2021 - May 2021
Talented Artists & Makers In California - April 2021 

ALL ABOUT GEMSTONES

The All About Gemstones Blog takes readers through interesting facts about the world of gemstones. Explore precious and semi-precious stones various jewelers use in their designs and types of gemstones. 

20 Facts About Tourmaline Gemstones - August 2025
Interesting Facts About The Emerald Gemstone - July 2025
15 Facts About Garnets - June 2025
25 Facts About Diamonds | Diamond Grading System - May 2025
20 Facts About Aquamarine Gemstones - April 2025
Facts About Quartz Gemstones - January 2025
Facts About Spinel Gemstones - September 2024
10 Interesting Facts About The Amethyst Gemstone - August 2024
10 Facts About The Peridot Birthstone - April 2024
Interesting Facts About Ruby Gemstones - February 2024
15 Facts About Sapphire Gemstones - August 2023
How to Clean Crystal Jewelry - July 2023
12 Facts About Akoya Pearls - April 2023
How to Care for Pearl Jewelry - 14 Tips - January 2022 
Tell Me About Opals - July 2021
The History Behind a Topaz Gemstone - June 2021
25 Facts About Gemstones - May 2021
What are the Birthstone Colors and Meanings? - May 2021
Quick Guide to Gemstone Cutting Styles - May 2021 

HANDMADE FASHION

The Handmade Fashion Blog talks all about caring for your precious jewelry, about metals and leather handbags. Learn about interesting handbag and jewelry styles.
 
25 Facts About Gold & Why It Is So Expensive - March 2025
Why Does Sterling Silver Tarnish and How to Prevent it?  - February 2025
10 Facts About Gold Filled Jewelry - May 2024
10 Facts about 14k Palladium White Gold - September 2023
How to Care for My Leather Bag - July 2021
What is Argentium® Silver? - May 2021
What are Earring Jackets? - March 2021
Lightweight Handbags for Work and Travel - March 2021

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