We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Holly Stalder, who owns the Portland, Oregon indie boutique Seaplane and also designs gorgeous one of a kind pieces with feminine detailing and antique fabrics which are available online at her Etsy shop.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with a very talented young French designer, Emmanuelle-Marie, who creates whimsical yet modern women's clothing that seems like something out of a fairy-tale dreamworld.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Meet Shanah Lewis, the designer and one-woman sewing factory behind Little Houses, an adorable line of handmade clothing and accessories.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Heather Flottmann, the designer and owner of Liliputians NYC, a hip, indie clothing label specializing in custom, boutique children's clothes (particularly birthday outfits for boys and girls).

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today we're pleased to introduce you to Sherry, the designer behind pequitobun, a line of one-of-a-kind romantic jewelry with a twist of whimsy and a little bit of rock-n-roll.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Betsi Goutal, a jewelry artist who creates colorful treasures to delight your inner child. You can find her wonderfully kooky creations at Zlanarama.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Pam Swider, owner of Women for Hope, a site that focuses on women's issues and features an online shop filled with products made by female artists. 10% of the proceeds from the shop are donated to one of the national non-profits that Women for Hope works with.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with UK-based artist & designer Lee May Foster. who in addition to designing her own line of screen printed tshirts and jewelry also sells the work of other indie designers at her online shop, The Bonbi Forest Indie Emporium.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Todays interview is with Callie Micks, who creates eco-friendly, fashionable kitchen aprons for women and kids. Callie proves that aprons aren't what they used to be, and one of her customers went so far as to say her apron was "so dangerously cute I would wear it in and out of the kitchen."

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there. In order to find out more about just what makes all of these creative types tick, we present to you an ongoing segment called Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Liz Goh, a talented designer and illustrator whose work can be found at gohgirl.com. Liz has been creating and altering clothing her entire life, always in search of expressing her own unique style through totally one of a kind pieces. Her line of t-shirts and note cards feature her hip, futuristic secret agent characters.

I'm a big fan of all of the amazing independent designers out there. In an effort to get inside the mind of the indie designer and find out just what makes all of these creative types tick, I present to you an ongoing segment I call Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with Manyi Au, designer and owner of MAUstudio, an online boutique which offers Manyi's own adorable paper goods, stickers, buttons and cellphone charms in addition to a variety of other handmade jewelry and accessories from like-minded independent designers.

Tell us a little about yourself and your shop. I'm a graphic and web designer and have always loved making crafts since I was little. I enjoy designing fun characters to use on my stationery and accessories. I'd been wanting to start a business ever since college. The skills that I learned as a graphic designer helped me make my dream come true. MAUstudio started out as a shop to showcase my own products. After 2 years, I decided to offer my shop as an opportunity to showcase other talented indie artists and designers who share the same passion as I do.

I'm a big fan of all of the amazing independent designers out there. In an effort to get inside the mind of the indie designer and find out just what makes all of these creative types tick, I present to you an ongoing segment I call Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with jewelry designer Cari Taylor of Wired Originals.

Tell me a little about your work. I create original designs using sterling silver wire, gemstones, glass, and leather. I like to describe my pieces as "unordinary jewelry for everyday wear" -- jewelry that goes equally well with that little cocktail dress or your favorite faded blue jeans.

How did you get started as a designer? Since I was a kid, I've been a crafty critter, always crocheting or drawing or writing. I decided to pursue jewelry making in January of '07, and I naturally gravitated toward wire work after messing around with some wire sculpture in the past. I've also incorporated crochet into my wire and leather work. With the support of friends and family, I launched my online store in April.

What inspires your work? I find inspiration anywhere and everywhere, including the different hues of sky and earth, the angles of architecture, and unusual found objects.

I'm a big fan of all of the amazing independent designers out there. In an effort to get inside the mind of the indie designer and find out just what makes all of these creative types tick, I present to you an ongoing segment I call Indie Designer Interviews.

Today's interview is with illustrator, mother, and indie business owner Holly Jones, who runs Vinyl Wall Art along with her husband. These wall art decals are a fabulous inexpensive way to liven up a room, and Holly creates many different designs that range from kid-friendly to chic and sophisticated.

Tell me a little about yourself and your company. I worked 6 years as a designer & Illustrator for a major scrapbook company. Recently I quit to work at home so I could be with my two cute little girls. My husband and I started Vinyl Wall Art last July. I design all the wall art we sell.

What inspires your work? Fabric designs, greeting cards, children's clothing, everything I see!

I'm a big fan of all of the amazing independent designers out there. The little guys who are working so hard to compete with mainstream fashion labels to earn your respect and your own hard-earned dollars. These designers often do so while juggling 9-5 jobs, college, kids and more. In an effort to get inside the mind of the indie designer and find out just what makes all of these creative types tick, I present to you a new, ongoing segment I call "Indie Designer Interviews". First up is Nicole of Yen Jewelry.

Tell me a little about yourself and your company. An avid shopper, artist and lover of fashion, I design and handcraft jewelry using finer metals and gem-grade semiprecious stones. My line, Yen Jewelry, consists of necklaces, earrings, bracelets and limited release pieces. My work has been featured by various media, including DailyCandy and Lucky Magazine, to name a couple.

How did you get started as a designer? I started making jewelry as something new to try and because I never could find anything on the market that I liked. While my first attempts were nothing I would wear, let alone show to others, I quickly got better and wasn't embarrassed to wear what I was making. Soon after, requests for orders were coming my way and Yen Jewelry officially launched in April 2006.

Burlesque and the pin-up look are both back in style, and in a big way. Dita Von Teese is the new fashion icon to emulate for glamour goddesses and vintage vixens alike.

Available in periwinkle blue or cherry red, The Charlie Dress is the perfect addition to any retro cutie's collection of everyday dresses. This vintage inspired dress is made to order to your individual measurements, so it's sure to show off every sexy curve.

Crafted from a comfortable stretch cotton material with a kick-back skirt, this dress can easily go from day to night and would equally amazing at the office as it would for dinner and dancing out on the town. Pair it with some peep-toe pumps for true pin-up girl style.

Available at Miss Braches, Inc. for $118.