Amy Butler Watches

It's always interesting and insightful when you decide to sit down and write something about yourself. Kind of fun... as you get down to the nut of who you are. Here's a little bit about me and my incredible studio mates. I'm an artist and designer surrounded by great friends, family, nature & animals. I love to travel for inspiration. I love to meet people. I love art of all kinds, and the simple textures of everyday things. Cooking, gardening, yoga, meditation and music are all passions of mine. I spend a lot of time creating and running my business and traveling to meet with new friends and old, - I love it all! My husband David (soulmate, guru and best friend ) and I have been together since 1986 (art school) and married since 1990 and we work together everyday. We have 4 cats - Pete, Birdie, Pip & Smooch. They're ALWAYS close by! My story is not different from anyone else's, only my experiences are unique to me. I've been " making things " all my life; drawing as early as I can remember and learning to sew at age 7. I've been hugely influenced by my grandmother and my Mom... two dynamic women who shared their love of arts & crafts and always supported my desire to follow my heart. I worked hard in art school to hone my skill and became obsessed with fashion and surface design.I got a job with a large company right out of school and soon started filling my personal creative time with making small passport bags out of vintage fabric and selling them in shops. In 1992 Dave and decided to move home to be near our families and start our studio " Art of the Midwest ". Over the years we developed a breadth of illustrations and products for clients worldwide always believing we would continue to evolve and craft this creative life. Keeping on this path, putting one foot in front of the other one creative experience and opportunity has led to the next, ultimately allowing me to come full circle and create a business that incorporates my biggest passions print design, sewing and connecting with people. This artistic energy extends into the way we run our business and work to effect positive changes in our community and beyond. Every decision is looked at with respect to how it will affect other people. We want to improve the lives of those whom we touch. Working to live sustainably as part and parcel of everything we do at my studio, and of how I try to lead my life. This philosophy is inherent : reusing vintage clothing and furnishings, making your own beautiful home and fashion items, gardening organically to help sustain your ecosystem, and simply