Uniq by Jaidra Interview and Giveaway(Giveaway Closed)

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Uniq By Jaidra

Interview with Uniq by Jaidra

~Tell Us a little bit about yourself~

Hi, I'm Jaidra and I have a bad case what my friends like to call "creativity ADD." I am a professional belly dancer, fire dancer, and henna artist. I also hand paint silks of all shapes and sizes, make jewelry, write, and spend as much time as possible outside. I grew up in the country, and I carry a deep love and respect for nature in my heart, and I hope that shows in the art that I create. 

~What inspired you to start your shop?~

I began silk painting 4 years ago by hand dyeing my own dance veils and fell in love with the art form. I began selling my pieces so that I would have enough spare cash to purchase more raw materials in order to paint more silks. This is still true today. Almost every time I make a sale, I fantasize about what new material, tool, or technique I'm going to be able to try out next.
A similar phenomenon occurred with my jewelry making. I go to arts and craft fairs when I can, but I'm really hoping that my Etsy shop will help me reach a broader audience, and thus have the resources to learn and create more.

~What is your favorite item that is currently in your shop?~

My favorite item that I have up for sale right now is the abstract silk painting titled "1st week in November." I really was painting what I was feeling that day, and the combination of organic and mechanistic shapes along with the vibrant colors really makes my heart sing. 

                                                                  

~5 Words to Describe you~

1. Artistic
2. Energetic
3. Introspective
4. Honest
5. Quirky

I really love Unique by Jaidra and I was very happy to be able to interview the owner Jaidra here on The Romantic Type! 

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Win:

Jaidra from Unique by Jaidra has been so generous that she would like to give one of my readers a hand painted silk ornament! Isn't it beautiful? I wish I could have one! :)

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Giveaway ends on Dec. 12, 2010 at 11:59 P.M CST

OPEN To US/Canada
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Winner will be picked by a random number generator from  Random.org and the winner will be emailed and posted on this site. Winner has 48 hours to respond to winning email or another winner will be chosen. 

I received no compensation for doing this review and giveaway.  Prize will be shipped directly from sponsor.  The opinions expressed are my own!