Geek Girls Gab Giveaway with SHOW PONY

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Shelby Isaac is the owner-maker-designer-curator of SHOW PONY on Etsy. Founded in 2010, SHOW PONY features jewelry and other handmade products inspired by popular series such as Harry Potter, A Song Of Ice And Fire, The Hunger Games, Repo! The Genetic Opera, The Mortal Instruments, The Hobbit, and many more. Everything is stamped, carved, painted, polished, and finished by hand near Baltimore, Maryland. Shelby is 19 years old and would like to expand her shop and one day be a part of the group of Quit Your Day Job sellers on Etsy.

The Nerdy Girlie:  What is your 1st nerd memory?

Shelby:  As far back as I can think… I remember reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone as an eight year old and practicing spells with twigs in my woods. As an only child, I had a lot of time to practice standard spells.

TNG:  How and why did you start crafting/sewing? 

Shelby:  I have always loved crafting. It started out small, then I began making jewelry to sell and making costumes for cosplay and midnight premieres of motion pictures.

TNG:  When and why did you decide to start your own Etsy shop?

Shelby:  Oddly enough, I started out making my original items out of frustration. My first purchase on Etsy was an overpriced Harry Potter inspired vial necklace. When it arrived, it was broken, leaking through the package. Not a "thank you" note to be found. I knew I could make something better for a cheaper price, so that's what I did. One of the best decisions that I have ever made.

TNG:  YOUR favorite Etsy shop?

Shelby:  Ooh… I could never choose. I’ll give you a few.

For clothing:

Larimeloom 

For geeking out:

Shimmy Flowers 

For vegan sweets (omnivores can appreciate these too!):

Sweet Vegan Delight 

TNG:  What is your favorite thing/things to nerd out about?

Shelby:  As far as series go... I love Rowling, Martin, Tolkien, and some newer authors like Cassandra Clare and Suzanne Collins. I am new to Dr. Who but I find it so amusing!

TNG:  Any tips for San Diego Comic Con?

Shelby:  I have only ever been to WonderCon in Anaheim, but I think this applies… Make connections and friendships! I had the privilege of spending personal time with Cassie Clare just by knowing the right nerds, Also, going in costume can seem intimidating, but it will strike up conversation and lead to meeting new friends and fellow fans.

TNG:  Girlie things you love?

Shelby:  I love dresses and skirts, I think that I only own one pair of pants. I’m a high heel fanatic too!

GIVEAWAY!!!!

Shelby has been gracious enough to offer up two of her AMAZING pieces of jewelry to a two lucky/amazing readers of our blog!  These would be PERFECT for your Everyday Cosplay {guess I need to do a Harry Potter one!}!

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I will announce the winners on Sunday June 9th.  Please one entry per person and GOOD LUCK!