handmade wednesday: Jane Joss

We've gotten a great response to this week's giveaway. Thanks to everyone who's entered,

and don't forget that it goes until tomorrow night (so there's still time to enter if you haven't already!). Today we get to know a little bit more about Jane Joss and the great ladies behind those beautiful leaves!

Who are you?

Jane Joss is a joint effort by Alyssa (Jane) & Joslyn Krismer.  We are sisters-in-laws, best friends,

and both mothers of two!

{pinstripe linen fabric flowers, $30}

Where are you based?

 Arlington, Texas.

How did you get started with Etsy?

Late in 2008, Joslyn was given a free sewing machine.  We taught ourselves how to sew and began brainstorming for something fun to create.  We found inspiration in a large artificial tree made of capiz shells for leaves.  After much trial and error, we produced something too cute to keep to ourselves!

We stumbled across Etsy and thought it would be the perfect place to sell our leaves.  Turns out we were right.  We got our first custom order request within 20 minutes!

{woodland owl fabric leaf branches, $21.50}

What would we be most surprised to learn about you?

People are always surprised to learn that Joslyn and I are married to twins.   

Is Jane Joss your full-time job? If not, what do you do?

I am a full-time mother of two young boys, and while  Jane Joss started off as a part-time job it has expanded into full-time for me.  Joslyn works in the graduate school at The University of Texas, Arlington.  

{zebra stripe potted plant, $20}

 Of the items currently for sale, which is your favorite?

I think our Zebra Stripe Potted Plant is my favorite right now.  
It is the perfect size and price for a gift (for someone else or yourself!).  

I am very proud of that one!

And finally, where did you get the idea for your shop name?

The name was Joslyn's idea and I love it!  

It represents both of us, is easy to remember, and looks great in print!

Thanks so much for stopping by, Alyssa! 

Be sure to check out their shop for more great fabric decorations! 




**Married Lane readers get 20% off at Jane Joss! Use code LML20 at checkout!**