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Click to Enlarge 		samantha sousa
From allentown, pa


Tell us your story.
Hi my name is samantha, and ive been making jewelry for about 7 years, When i saw the wire about a year ago i HAD to jump right in and give it a whirl, Well it now has become a passion, im always on the hunt looking for new pendants to wrap, and working on some of my new and fresh ideas, ive learned so much from your package (Of course i purchased the largest one) there is so much info I havent even got to the name writting dvds,

Where do you sell your jewelry? Do you have any tips on selling there?
I use to sell some of my finished pieces on ebay, but a year ago i moved to wagglepop.com and love it there it is a small seller base, but everyone is nice and friendly, i have just started doing craft shows, only did 2 this year and the second show i made 500.00 and was so happy, i handed out my card and ended up yaking a few personal orders after the show

What's your biggest selling piece and why?
I dont think i have one paticular piece that sells better than everything else, i keep a wide range of different stones and wire mediums, customers look for there favorite color, the picture you see here is my dragonfly necklace which customers seem to like very much

What one piece of advice can you give to other aspiring jewelry makers?
dont give up, practice and you will really go far, i got frustrated in the begining until i bought your dvds and they were so easy to follow and understand,

Have you quit your day job yet? Can you give us any idea how much income your jewelry is making?
I was a stay at home mom looking for a way to make some money on the side, I will be doing alot more craft fairs this year, Its really great to make money and doing something you love at the same time

What would you say to someone that might be hesitant to invest in Preston's course?
I would tell them Buy 1 of the dvds and watch it make the items on the dvd to see how easy it is to learn then get the whole kit, I have 3 boys, 2 teens and a 5 year old and still have time to work with the instruction

Has jewelry making changed your life in any way?
Making jewelry makes me feel real good about myself , being creative and then doing a craft show, and the customers are in awe, and the compliments i recieve really gives my self confidence a boost and allows me to think way outside the box when i work on a new idea

What's your plan for the future?
I want to be able to do shows at least 2 to 3 times a month and make enough money so i never have to go back to work for anyone, i would like to get some of my ideas published one day in one of the wire jewelry magazines