Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Featured on the Blog: { The Dainty Miss } Prop Week

Hello There,

Today we bring to you Ashlee, from " The Dainty Miss ". Ashlee makes props,  very very beautiful props!  I asked her a few questions and you will see her amazing answers and some samples of her work.  

I love her work because of its natural feel.  The colors she chooses to pair up together go like an elephant with a peanut and just make you want to put them on! lol!    But it's so beautiful, heartwarming, earthy and just plain darling. <3

I was very surprised with her answers, they were so truthful and full of great advice!  Take a moment to view each question.   You can check out her work HERE.  Say hello and maybe even buy a couple things, I KNOW I would. :) <3

Thank you for your time Ashlee! I have enjoyed featuring you and just die over your items! <3

~Rose



 And here is Ashlee's beautiful family!!  

Photo by : Ashley Mae Scott Photography





How did you find your love for creating props? 

I have a bit of an obsession for creating. I see something and automatically my mind goes to- how can I make that? I love it. As a photographer as well I would have something in my mind of what I wanted and instead of searching all over for it, it's so nice to be able to create exactly what I am looking for and then share it with others. 


What are your favorite materials to work with?

I LOVE texture- mixing textures and chalky/dusty shades of colors is my favorite. 

Photo by : Allie Marie Photography
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Why did you choose "The Dainty Miss" as your business name? does it hold a special meaning?

It doesn't necessarily hold anything special, I just wanted something that was girly. I'm not a knitter or a sewer (wish I was) so I knew I probably wouldn't be making anything for little boys. As a newborn photographer, no matter how many babies come into the studio, I always find myself greeting the babies and thinking- they are sooooo small! I love to create with small little dainty and delicate objects so it just felt like it went well together. 

Photo by : Ashley Mae Scott Photography
How did you find your love for creating props? 

I have a bit of an obsession for creating. I see something and automatically my mind goes to- how can I make that? I love it. As a photographer as well I would have something in my mind of what I wanted and instead of searching all over for it, it's so nice to be able to create exactly what I am looking for and then share it with others. 

Photo by : Emily Anne Photography
How much time goes into making your props?

I spend a lot of time in my "crafting room" I quote that because it's also a movie room, office, playroom, and spare bedroom. Haha. Because I spend so much time in there, I love that my 3 year old son can go in there (or the hubby) and hang out with me as I work. Family time is so important to me and I try to squeeze it in as much as possible 

Photo by : Ashley Mae Scott Photography
What do you think your customers love about your work the most?

I get a lot of comments about the natural elements to my work. I definitely have my own favorite look when I purchase props, but I try to be open minded when creating. 


Photo by : Allie Marie Photography
What advice would you give another prop seller about running this type of business?

My advice would be to introduce yourself to other vendors. Like I said before, I am a photographer so I have been buying for a while now. I have my favorite vendors I buy from. For some weird reason when I started selling, I was so intimidated by these vendors because I was worried they would think I would be stepping on their toes. The truth is- they are all sooooooo nice! I still have my favorites to buy from, but now I have a new list of favorites to chat with! Don't be afraid to talk to others in the industry- they are human as well and we all like to make new friends 

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