California Designer Lisa Ramos Featured in Top News & Podcasts
California Handbag and Jewelry Designer Lisa Ramos and her handcrafted brand, MONOLISA, have been recognized by leading media outlets and art organizations across California. Her artisan handbags and sculpted jewelry have been featured on CBS News, in the Yountville Sun Newspaper, The Mercury News, LearningSuccess.blog, and the Pioneer News, as well as showcased by Bay Area Made and the Crocker Art Museum. Lisa has also shared her creative journey and entrepreneurial insights in multiple podcast interviews. Explore the latest press features, interviews, and community highlights celebrating MONOLISA’s artistry and craftsmanship.
CBS NEWS Interview - Artist Lisa Ramos
Feature: A CBS News segment spotlighting what Lisa hand makes—premium leather accessories and sculpted jewelry—with a special focus on her one-of-a-kind earring jacket sets and the many ways to wear them.
In the interview, Lisa shows how to style the jacket sets: wear the studs alone for a minimal look, slide the “jacket” behind the earlobe for a floating accent, flip it in front for a bolder silhouette, mix single jackets for chic asymmetry, or layer studs, jackets, hoops, and threaders to create multiple looks from one set.
Learning Success Blog
Feature: Dyslexia & Design — a conversation around discovery, process, and craft.
Read the story behind Lisa’s creative journey, how design intersects with learning differences, and the techniques that shape the MONOLISA brand.
Bay Area Made Articles
featured MONOLISA articles about Lisa Ramos' handbags and sculpted jewelry
A curated selection of Bay Area Made features and gift guides spotlighting local makers and thoughtfully crafted goods.
- X’s and O’s: Winning Ideas for Valentine’s Gifts - Feb 2025
- A Valentine’s Gift Guide - Jan 2024
- Inside Scoop: Locally Crafted Treats for Mom - May 2024
- A Gift Guide for Shopping "Locally with Intent this Holiday - Dec 2024
- Cool Treats for Mom - April 2022
- An Enlightened Apparel & Accessories Gift Guide - Dec 2022
- Slow and Steady Wins the Race: An Apparel & Accessories Gift Guide - November 2021
- Valentines: Red or Blue, We’ve Got Just the Thing for You - Feb 2020
- Mother’s Day Gift Guide, Part 1: Bags of Ideas for Mom - April 2020
YOUNTVILLE SUN NEWSPAPER
Feature: Booth #33 spotlight—what you’ll find at MONOLISA: premium leather handbags (totes and crossbodies), small-batch leather accessories, and sculpted jewelry including Lisa’s one-of-a-kind earring jacket sets you can mix, match, and style multiple ways.
Lisa is excited to be at the show—stop by Booth #33 to say hello, try on pieces, see the craftsmanship up close, and discover limited-edition designs perfect for gifting or elevating everyday style.
From studio to show, the Yountville Sun shares the story of a California maker dedicated to slow craft, premium leathers, and timeless forms that elevate everyday style.
Podcast Interview with Jessica Rose" - JEWELLERS ACADEMY
Feature: How Lisa built MONOLISA through shows and fairs—covering event selection, booth design, pricing, and customer follow-up.
In this candid conversation with Jessica Rose, Lisa shares practical strategies for growing a jewellery brand at in-person events—what works, what to avoid, and how to turn show moments into loyal customers.
Sunnyvale Art and Wine Festival canceled this year - MERCURY NEWS
Feature: The article includes vendor perspectives—including an interview with Lisa Ramos—on how last-minute show cancellations affect small businesses.
From inventory planning and travel costs to lost sales opportunities and rebooking challenges, the story highlights the real-world impact festival decisions have on independent makers and their livelihoods.
Unique Designs Key to Clayton Artisan
Feature: A profile on Lisa Ramos of MONOLISA—how distinctive design, premium materials, and hands-on craftsmanship shaped her leather handbags and sculpted jewelry.
From early inspirations to building a studio practice, this article explores the process, persistence, and maker mindset behind a California-made brand.
Podcast Interview" - DYSLEXIA EXPLORED
Feature: Lisa talks openly about creativity, learning differences, and building MONOLISA—how dyslexia shaped her problem-solving, design process, and resilience as a maker.
From navigating school to mastering studio workflows, this episode offers practical insights, mindset shifts, and encouragement for artists growing a business on their own terms.
Dyslexic Advantage featuring Artist Lisa Ramos
Feature: A spotlight on how dyslexic thinking powers Lisa’s approach to design—problem-solving, material choices, and crafting sculpted jewelry and leather pieces by hand.
The feature shares Lisa’s journey from early experiments to a refined studio practice, and how advocating for neurodiversity informs MONOLISA’s creative ethos and customer experience.
Lisa Ramos Featured - ARGENTIUM GUILD
Feature: A spotlight on Lisa’s sculpted jewelry in high-purity Argentium silver—her approach to form, finish, and gemstone accents, and how she handcrafts pieces designed for lasting wear.
The feature shares insights into MONOLISA’s design process—from sketch to bench—highlighting attention to detail, material selection, and a commitment to elegant, minimal lines.
CHAM Highlight: Lisa Ramos
Feature: An interview on how Lisa started her handmade business—early inspirations, the leap from concept to craft, and the principles that guide MONOLISA’s sculpted jewelry and leather designs.
From learning technical skills to building a presence at art shows, this highlight explores the practical steps, persistence, and design philosophy behind a California-made brand.
