My name is Jennifer and I live in beautiful Portland, Oregon with my
husband of 15 years and our 5 year old boy wonder.
I am a techie by day and a creative explorer by evening.
The concept for L'Essence Du Monde was inspired by the song "32
Flavors" by Ani DiFranco, as well as by my French Hertitage.
One evening my Mom and I were brainstorming and I played her the song
"32 Flavors" explaining that the words of the song resonated with me very
deeply. We then set out to find the one word that would capture what the
meaning of that song represented to me, and my Mom came up with the
word "essence." We looked it up and pronounced it to be perfect.
The next step was to apply that word to an actual name for the shop. We
were clear about the concept, but needed a perfect way to sum it up in
one line. After a bit more brainstorming, we came up with "The Essence of
People" which my Mom then translated into French..."L'Essence Du Monde."
Unlike specific characteristics that make up an individual, "essence" is not
definable and is quite intangible, yet we each have our own unique blend
that makes us the beautiful individuals we are. I hold this concept close, as
I recognize that our essence is our soul.
There are similarities in each of my creations; however, like people, they
are each individual and one of a kind. I find that I can not compile a list
of favorite items to work with, as I am attracted to so many different
components and I discover new loves all of the time.
It is my hope that you will find a piece that speaks to your essence, your
soul.
I sincerely thank you for taking the time to visit me here and consider my
work.
xo,
Jennifer
