New: Leather iPad Mini Cases – Featured in N&O

New from the studio: Leather iPad Mini Cases

Great gift for the technophile in your life or the geek who can’t be separated from their tablet.

Streamline your style and become the envy of your friends.

Sleek and clean, the Leather iPad Mini sleeve is a perfect case that protects your coveted iPad Mini (or like-sized tablets) in decadent materials. Handcrafted in sumptuous Italian leather with suede interior details, your delicate iPad is safely layered between felt and snapped securely. Tucked in your bag or by your bedside, this accessory keeps you and your tech toy looking great.
Fits many like-sized tablets.

Stop by the shop and buy them in person or order from the site and pick up later.

Thanks!
Lisa & Andrew

PS. For my mother in law, the link to the 2 line description can be found here:
http://www.newsobserver.com/2012/11/28/2512280/gifts-with-style.html

Featured! Creative Workshop: 80 Challenges…

Creative Workshop: 80 Challenges to Sharpen Your Design Skills

I’ve been featured! Okay, not me, my illustrations!

It’s been a painful wait to learn if any of my pieces that I created special for this book would be accepted and almost gave up… Alas, I was notified earlier this week that indeed, one or more of my illustrations have been included -I just don’t know which ones! Ha!

Meanwhile, if you score a copy of Creative Workshop: 80 Challenges to Sharpen Your Design Skills before I do, let me know how much you love the assembled challenges.

Niche Award Finalist: I’m Dreaming

We just received some awesome news yesterday in our inbox!!! The curators of the prestigious Niche Awards surprised us with this:

RE: NICHE Awards- Finalist
Good Day and Congratulations!
The first round of judging for the 2011 NICHE Awards is complete, and one or more of your pieces has been selected as a finalist! More information will be sent your way in the next few weeks…

I submitted three pieces and we’ll see which one(s) get selected as a finalist.

Art and images are judged on the following:

* Technical excellence, both in surface design and form
* A distinct quality of unique, original and creative thought
* Market viability

I have to read and reread this note!! After so many rejections with our leather goods this past year, this could not have come at a better time! So happy that our hard work is getting recognition!!!

I know this year has been tough for everyone and I want to thank you all for being supportive!!

Arteology Map: A Calligraphic History of Lisa Stewart’s Art

I wanted to trace our calligraphic footsteps of our fine art that we’ve created the past 8 years. Because Andrew and I can’t sit still when it comes to inventing new products based on myriad of ideas that we have, an Arteology Map seemed appropriate.

Arteology Video

Arteology Map

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There are a few products that we just couldn’t fit in but at least wanted to show you the highlights.

What do you think?
Have you had as much fun watching us explore new territory as we have creating it?

Video: Five Great Reasons to Love the Mobile Phone Tote

I’ve been hankering to make this video because I think the brilliance of this product goes unnoticed. I wanted to share at least 5 great reasons why this mobile phone tote and wristlet will allow you to ditch the drama of going out. If I had only one word to use to explain this product: Efficient.

Five Great Reasons to Love the Mobile Phone Tote:

Sleek and clean, the double-sided Midtown Mobile Phone Tote is a perfect case that envelops your cell phone in soft, supple suede featuring Lisa’s unique calligraphic design. The handcrafted wristlet keeps your hands free as you tuck your phone on one side, your subway pass on the other and take the dog for that much needed walk.

Read more about the Midtown Mobile Phone Tote

What do you think?

Spotted: Wine Art on Wine Blog

Attention wine aficionados! I have just found a very cool blog on a young woman’s journey as a sommelier. She just featured my wine art

How to Make your own Wine Aroma Kit
Meanwhile, Michelle wrote on creating your own aroma kit (an idea I fell in love with in the movie French Kiss with Kevin Kline & Meg Ryan) but now I realize it’s a different kind of kit -it involves wine & spices in a glass. Alas… perhaps she’ll help us craft our own hardbox kit?!

Thanks Michelle!

EastSide Crossover Leather Totes Featured in GiftShopMag

EastSide Crossover Leather Totes got featured in GiftShop Magazine

If you want to buy one for yourself, start shopping!

If you’re a boutique or gallery shop, please contact Lisa to order for your discerning customers.

Thanks so much for your support!

CalligraphyCats Woven Good Featured on ModernCat

CalligraphyCats woven goods got a shout out from Kate of ModernCat!

If you love cats as much as we do, you’ll love her blog -it’s all about cats.

Thanks, Kate! You’re awesome!

PS. Did you know you could get free shipping on this beautiful throw when you become a Mewsmember? It’s true!

Your Style – A New Series

How do you wear yourself?
We’re creating a new series to help every woman express her personal style with ECStewart accessories.

Based on themes and inspired by lifestyle, the Inspiration Boards will lend ideas on how to cultivate style while wearing accessories designed by Lisa & Andrew.

Inspiration Boards
Outlining each inspirational theme, these confident women showcase their iconic character by the way they wear themselves. In a magazine-like fashion, clues to her personality are displayed in a fun and lively format, borrowing elements from other designers to reveal hidden charm.

I care deeply that every woman gets the opportunity to express her style through gorgeous wearable art so I custom design unique handcrafted home decor and personal accessories. That way every women I work with gets to enhance her personal sense of style and sophistication. ~EC (Lisa) Stewart

Your Style Inspiration Boards also include highlights of ECStewart showcased pieces with the ability to print out for your library. We’re now adding video to make it easier for you to see the products in a virtual world.

How about you? Please join us and tell us how you’re wearing yourself!
The conversation begins here.

Join us now!
Lisa

ECStewart Designs Introduces New INKLines Illustrated Leather and Suede Accessories

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Lisa Stewart (919) 271-0668 or Andrew Hayden (919) 782-1755

ECStewart Designs Introduces New INKLines Leather and Suede Accessories

Calligraphic Lines Contemporize the Core of Hand-crafted Wearable Art Collection on Handbags, Personal Tech Gear and Personal Accessories

NEW YORK CITY – May 2010 – ECStewart Designs today rolled out the core of its 2010 INKLines Collection of Leather and Suede fashion accessories. Based on timeless designs and built around a selection of unique, illustrated handbags and personal accessories, the 2010 ECStewart line embodies the designers belief that you can take fine art with you where ever you go.

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Beautiful Pure Breed Dog Products For Every Pet Lover Now Available from ECStewart Designs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Beautiful Pure Breed Dog Products For Every Pet Lover Now Available from ECStewart Designs
Wall Art, Art Cards, Jewelry, Journal Covers and More offer something for every dog lover.

March 14, 2010 – Raleigh, NC. We all love our pets, and ECStewart’s new line of pure breed dog imagery and products are the perfect way for everyone to express their passion.This new line of illustrations and products from renowned artist EC (Lisa) Stewart, dog lovers everywhere can show their love through artwork, jewelry, note cards and journal covers.

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Testimonials

What You’re Saying…

I got my bags today and just wanted to say a big THANK YOU! I just love them both. The smaller one is perfect for my morning walks – just the right size to take my phone, ID and some cash while not getting in the way while I walk. The larger is going to be my ‘go-to’ bag for going out and about. Especially this fall when I go back to school, it’s going to be just perfect for carrying my iPad for note taking as well as my essentials. Love the deep chocolate colour as well as the paisley design and the leather is just so beautiful in soft. They’re going to see lots and lots of use in the years to come!

And an additional thank you for the lovely gift of the shuffle holder. It’s so cute and a perfect addition for while I’m out walking and want music. I love how it will just clip nicely on to the small bag. And it matches! How cool is that?

Thanks again. Just love your work and will be watching for future possible purchases.

Lynn C April 2012

I can’t say enough good things about Lisa’s works. Thanks so much for the custom creations. They’re just gorgeous and will see lots and lots of use. Thank you again for such wonderful bags
Lynn April 2012

Great camera wrist strap! Fits snugly in my hand, very well made. Thanks!
~Pasi March 2012

This journal is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for customizing my treasure! I love it
Kristy H Feb 2012

Absolutely gorgeous. Very impressed with the quality and attention to detail. The pair of covers are now covering my Moleskin agenda and notebook. These will grace my journals for many years to come. Thanks!
Lynn C Feb 2012

Fast shipping, beautiful design, exactly what I was looking for. Love it!
Silverhawk Feb 2012

Wonderful journals, much, much nicer than the picture. Thanks for working with me on the colors.
Dianne M. Jan 2012

Gorgeous journal cover. Merry Xmas to ME! Thanks so much.
Meow Jan 2012

My second order from Lisa and my first custom. I couldn’t be happier My phone wristlet is beautiful, and the custom sleeve to fit my old Wacom Bamboo tablet for my twin sis is perfect
LeglessMermaid Jan 2012

I love these cards, both to send and to give to fellow cat-lovers. Lisa’s artwork is amazing- she captured feline personality so elegantly with her calligraphic strokes. Pure genius! Everyone I give Lisa Stewart gifts to raves about the quality and the artwork.
LuneBlue Nov 2011

I adore Lisa’s calligraphy cats! These cards are high quality and a great way to communicate with cats lovers. They also make terrific gifts. A delightful shopping experience – I look forward to sharing more of Lisa’s artwork with family and friends. Thank you, Lisa!!
LuneBlue Nov 2011

Lisa’s calligraphy cats are fabulous and I am in awe that she is able to capture so much feline personality with minimal lines. This gift set is wonderful and Lisa even took the time to personalize the signed print to add an extra personal touch. A delightful shopping experience. Thank you, Lisa!
LuneBlue Nov 2011

Your cats remind me of Japanese drawings of cats. You catch the essence of the cat with just a few lines, and I admire that. Thank you so much for the necklace; I love it, and will wear it often. Thank you also for the card that you enclosed!
AnneMarie C July 2011

Lisa is amazingly talented and I love these notecards! Every transaction I have had has always been perfect. These cards are the perfect gift for cat lovers!
LuneBlue Nov 2011

Amazing seller! The original journal was lost due to the postal service. The seller sent me a replacement journal extremely fast. The journal itself is so beautiful! I have been journaling for years and this is my favorite journal I have ever owned. Thanks so much!!
~KarmaTree Sept 2011

A beautiful iPad case! I adore mine It was so hard finding a seller who makes 1st generation ipad sleeves and this cover is more gorgeous in person! the photos do not do any justice. Fast delivery to Oz, friendly seller, I will be back for more.
LeglessMermaid Aug 2011

What a gorgeous journal! Lisa’s calligraphy cat radiates personality and the cover is obviously made with lots of talent and care, so it is sure to age beautifully. Moleskin journals are likewise first-rate and I can hardly wait to start writing in it.Lisa, thank you for such a pleasant transaction and for sharing your many talents with us.
LuneBlue Aug 2011

WOW!! This journal is absolutely gorgeous! I love Lisa’s calligraphy cats- they have so much personality. This color combo is fabulous. Everything about this journal is first class and it will make an exceptional gift. Thank you, Lisa!!
LuneBlue Aug 2011

Extremely nice! Seller took the time to use another design for my purple case. Highly recommend! Friendly seller
Grevell July 2011

After purchasing a suede cat cover for our daughter my husband was somewhat jealous and really wanted to get the leather cover for himself. So I purchased one for him for his birthday. It was the perfect gift and he loves it. In fact our daughter then became jealous of his so I am thinking of purchasing her another one in the leather. Thank you for your great service and the beautiful colors and choices.
Vicky July 2011

My husband and I purchased one of the Moleskine Journal Covers for our daughter’s birthday. She is both a huge cat fan and a journal keeper. This was the perfect gift for her and she really likes it.
Vicky June 2011

My second item so far and certainly not my last. Wonderfully made, much more attractive than even on the pictures. Seller is very friendly, helpful and accommodating, and very skilled. Highly recommend.
Victoria June 2011

GORGEOUS! This item is a piece of art and is well made. Will certainly last many years. Customer service was excellent and shipping fast!
Victoria June 2011

I adore my personalized journal! It’s gorgeous and looks just like the photograph
Vandy may 2011

Received my Personalized Wine Paisley Moleskine Journal today – wow it looks awesome! I know my wife is going to love it – thanks Excellent job..and thanks for the cool bday card too (now I don’t have to hunt one down hehe).

I was really excited about getting this, and it definitely lived up to the hype in my head! Plus it shipped AMAZINGLY fast. I couldn’t be happier, thank you!
Driada Jan 2011

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this item. I also ordered the cognac and cannot be happier with the product and the customer service!!!! Wonderful gift!!!
Michelle Dec 2010

This is one of the most classy things I have ever ordered. I am sooooo happy with how it turned out. The packaging and customer service was outstanding!
Michelle Dec 2010

Absolutely, the cover is fantastic and I love that it can be used with multiple journals, agendas, whatever I want! It’s a beautiful cover and journal!
Gil B. October 2010

I love my new wine paisley journal -it’s fantastic! I also love how I can use the cover every year with a different Moleskine. The leather is super soft and the stitching is delicate and beautiful.
Libby I. September 2010

Yours is one of the nicest/well-put together e-newsletters I receive. I love that it provides updates on not just your site, but the Blog and all your other happenings all in one place (major plus!)
Penny A. Feb 2010

I am an animal lover but cats are my heart…I love your kitties they are so like my own…thanks for the wonderful art!!
Carol R. Feb 2010

So happy I found your webpage. Years ago someone gave me a calligraphy set and I tried it once and gave up. I love what you do, so keep up the good work.
Charlotte S. Feb 2010

Thanks for always keeping in touch with us, through your blog and your Facebook postings. It’s nice knowing there’s a person behind the artwork, who cares about the end product and those who love it.
Lovin’ PurrZ, KinKStar, Feb 2010

I had treated myself to a few prints, and had lusted for your paisley leather — virtual window shopping — for quite some time. It wasn’t until reviewing a Mewsletter just before Christmas that my husband saw the object of my desire (the Blueberry Chocolate Tribeca Tote), and declared it a fabulous find that my buttery soft, paisley dream was realized. I love, Love, LOVE my bag — wearable art, inDEED! Made all the more special by knowing the love and care that went into making it – AND, because it was a gift from my sweetheart. It goes with virtually everything I own; and the customization that catered to my height and build truly makes it ‘more me!’ My cast-off purses glower at me when I enter the closet…
Penny A. Feb 2010

Beautiful print & notecards. My sister loved them. These made a perfect gift. Thanks so much.
Michelle Dec 2008

ECStewart Designs Helps You Show Your Unique Fashion Chic with Innovative, Limited-Edition Leather and Suede Accessories

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Lisa Stewart (919) 271-0668 or Andrew Hayden (919) 782-1755

ECStewart Designs Helps You Show Your Unique Fashion Chic with Innovative, Limited-Edition Leather and Suede Accessories

The Core of This Wearable Art Collection are Hand-crafted, Limited-Edition Handbags, Unique Fashion Belts and Accessories

February 8, 2010 – Raleigh, North Carolina – It all starts with art and flourishes from there. ECStewart Designs today rolled out the core of its 2010 Paisley Collection of Leather and Suede fashion accessories. Based on timeless designs and built around a selection of unique, limited-edition handbags, the 2010 ECStewart line embodies the designers belief that you can take fine art with you where ever you go.

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Studio News: Pure Breeds Featured in Signals Catalog

We’re excited to announce that Signals Catalog (both print & online) have picked up the first 8 of our pure breed dogs!!

Press Release Excerpt
January 2, 2010 – Raleigh, NC – EC Stewart Designs today announced that the Signals Catalog Company has picked-up eight (8) images of its new Pure Breed Dogs collection of calligraphic illustrations. The images: Boxer, Chow, Black Lab, Yellow Lab, German Shepherd, Yorkie, Beagle, and Golden Retriever are calligraphic based illustrations…

Read Our Press Release

Pure Breed Dogs Featured 2010 Signals Catalog

Who Let EC Stewart’s Dogs Out? Signals Catalog, That’s Who!
Eight New Pure Breed Dog Images to be Carried in 2010

January 2, 2010 – Raleigh, NC – EC Stewart Designs today announced that the Signals Catalog Company has picked-up eight (8) images of its new Pure Breed Dogs collection of calligraphic illustrations. The images: Boxer, Chow, Black Lab, Yellow Lab, German Shepherd, Yorkie, Beagle, and Golden Retriever are calligraphic based illustrations by the award-winning artist Elizabeth (Lisa) Stewart.

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Published: 2010 Graphic Designer & Artist Market

Announcement!!

I have two (2) articles published in FW Publications’ auspicious annual: 2010 Artist’s & Graphic Designer’s Market

1. The Changing Marketing Landscape: Leveraging Social Media as a Creative, and 2. Leveraging Multiple Opportunities with One Image Purchase your copy of 2010 Artist’s & Graphic Designer’s Market on Amazon. With this push, I will be launching a new blog dedicated to coaching and strategy for the creative entrepreneur. Stay tuned!

UPDATE: I have launched INDIECreatives, a coaching and strategy site for the creative entrepreneur. As an artist and design entrepreneur with 25 years of design experience, I’m here to help fine artists navigate the new economy and leverage unactualized opportunities for their small business brand.

Here’s to Cultivating Your Creative Independence

Field Trip with Lisa & Andrew: Leather Shopping!

Who likes to go shopping? Better question, who doesn’t like to go shopping?

Our leather totes have hit a popularity stage that keeps us in the workshop. Yay! So, Andrew suggested on a Friday night that we get our carcasses out of bed to take an hour drive to Ramseur to go shopping for new leather and suede.

This is a video of where we shop and our process for selecting leather and suede for our products.

Now that you’ve seen the myriad of colors available, let us know your preference. While we can’t get the specific blue that you adore, we can come close. As tastemasters, allow us to create the products highlighting your personal taste.

Lisa, CREATIVEGoddess

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ECStewart | SummerLuxe 2009 Video

I’ve made a new video showcasing the most recent works found within ECStewart Collections & CalligraphyPets and including our new Paisley Collections!

Enjoy!
Lisa

Lisa Speaks at Indie Biz Breakfast

“How to Use Social Media to Leverage Your Brand and Attract More Paying Customers For Your Business!”

Indie Business Breakfast: Raleigh — Saturday, June 06, 2009 — Raleigh, NC

The Event is for artisans and galleries alike.

This is a ticketed event. Be one of the first to reserve and receive a free gift (see Pricing/Special SignUp).

BUY TICKETS NOW: http://bit.ly/4TrTb

GUEST SPEAKER
Our special guest is Lisa Stewart, CREATIVEGoddess of ECStewart Designs in Raleigh. She is an award winning designer and illustrator who, along with her husband and business partner, creates an extensive line of sophisticated images that are licensed on all kinds of elegant home accessories and personal products designed to enhance the lifestyle of the sophisticated customer. Lisa is a graduate of Western Michigan University’s School of Graphic Design and Fine Arts.

Through the years, Lisa and her husband have become intimately familiar with the challenges artists and crafters face when seeking to make the most of the financial opportunities that flow from their gifts. Lisa and her work have been featured in dozens of magazines and news outlets.

Lisa will share from her experience and answer your questions about everything from maximizing online sales to achieving favorable publicity. If you want to learn how to use free and low cost social media tools to entrench your brand in your niche market, you need to follow Lisa’s lead! She can help you turn your artistic talent into a vehicle that will help you enjoy your craft while also living a lifestyle you have always dreamed of.

Attendance is limited to 100 because of the size of the venue. Reserve your ticket now. Tickets are non-refundable.

LOCATION
John P. “Top” Green Neighborhood Center, 401 Martin Luther King Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27061

SCHEDULE
* 9:00-10:00 :: Eat, Meet, Greet; Open Networking
* 10:00-10:15 :: Indie Business Revolution
* 10:15-11:15 :: Q&A and Discussion
* 11:15 – noon :: Open Networking

PRICING/SPECIAL SIGNUP SWAG & DRAWING
$20 in advance (register here) or $25 at the door (space permitting)

Sign Up by Friday, May 29th and the first 20 people receive:
1) One free print from CalligraphyPets, and
2) Your name gets entered into a drawing for a free social media two-hour consulting session (worth $150) from ECStewart Designs.

ABOUT INDIE BUSINESS
Indie Business is where independent business owners connect, collaborate and succeed. We share tips and how-tos, and use the latest branded new media tools to create new relationships and expand our spheres of influence.

Indie Business Breakfast is hosted by Donna Maria Coles Johnson, founder and president of the Indie Beauty Network and Indie Business Media. Known as the Chief Executive Indie and the Original Lifestyle CEO, Donna Maria is passionate about empowering people to maximize their potential through small business ownership. You can follow Donna Maria’s entrepreneurial journey at http://www.IndieBusinessBlog.com. You can also connect with her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/IndieBusiness and on Facebook at http://companies.to/IndieBusiness.

ABOUT CAROLINA MIXED MEDIA ART GUILD
Carolina Mixed Media Art Guild is an artistic enclave dedicated to increasing the awareness of and enthusiasm for mixed media arts and artists. Regular meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of the month at Jerry’s Artarama, 3060 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC at 7:00pm.

Please join us!

Lisa, CreativeGoddess
lisa@ecstewart.com
919 271 0668

Press Releases

Breaking News | Can be found on ECStewart Designs blog.
Soft Breaking News & Creative Updates | Can be found on Lisa’s CREATIVEGoddess Blog.

Lisa’s Bio | Lisa’s One Sheet

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Classic Fine Art: Fetcher & the Slippers

Inspired by my recent giveaway at Boylan Heights Art Walk, I decided to create a modified Fetcher. Fetcher now comes with slippers. Watch the video of the whys and how it came to be.

Chardonnay assists and provides quality control -a tongue & cheek inset for those of you who are ADD or just absolutely love kittens!

About this art:
Brush & Ink
11″w x 14″h
146lb Heavy Weight Bristol Paper
Warm White

Purchase the original and prints on CalligraphyPets

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PS. This endeavor proved to agonizing as I learn the ins and out of iMovie vs QuickTimePro. It was also frustrating because the neighborhood bandwidth was painfully slow; the upload took more than 4 hours!! When I find out I’ve uploaded the wrong video… Oy! I have published this video on YouTube, however, because Chardonnay assists in his fashionable way, the inset didn’t show. Sorry I’m so stiff.

ECStewart Renew

Pardon the dust, ECStewart.com is undergoing a revitalization. I hope that it won’t be very long, but in case it is and you need something, anything, well -almost anything, please contact us.

We hope that you’ll enjoy the new experience.

Lisa, CreativeGoddess
lisa@ecstewart.com
919 271 0668

How We Build Frames for Art

We thought you’d enjoy a behind-the-scenes small video of how we build frames for the art that you purchase from us.

PawpArt: The Royal Puss

Bacchus (the FatCat) insisted he wear a crown -don’t ask me why. I told him that if he insists on wearing a crown, I’m adding hearts to it -he had no choice but to acquiesce. Suddenly, he wanted a sash, epaulets -I don’t think he even knows what an epaulet is- gauntlet and a cape. Go figure. The cat wants a cape, like a mouseketeer. Can you imagine Bacchus running around with the feather in his mouth, howling and tripping over his cape?

Of course, he wouldn’t listen to reason. I explained that Edna from The Incredibles wouldn’t design him a cape because they’re too dangerous. Then he reminded me of his first Holiday Season with us.

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