marcia says Two fabulous ladies. Most definitely innovators!

Illaya says Kira & Ilysa; I know that it has been difficult but you are success in my eyes. Your podcasts have been priceless to me. Looking forward to the release of your silkscreens and textures.

debra says Good luck, you deserve it for creating such a fabulous site! debsx

Tammy O'Neal says Best wishes to a group that actually gives back!

Josie Mannino says love the concept and what a great tool for teachers in the art field. Good luck and keep up the good work.

Pam Sanders says We are indebted to these two marvelous people. They are an inspiration to all of us that work with polymer clay.

Garnie says Ilysa and Kira have been a "breath of fresh air" for those of us way out here in the "boonies"...those of us who don't have the opportunity/finances to attend conferences/classes/etc. They have brought the world of polymer clay and all its new discoveries to us...and I, for one, am extremely grateful!! Great job, kids!!

Lynda Moseley says Ilysa and Kira are an inspiration to the Polymer Clay Artist Guild of Etsy (PCAGOE) members and to me personally. In addition to trying to get their own business started, they created and have been instrumental in the success of PCAGOE. Their dedication and willingness to share ideas and techniques and help our members grow, and the tremendous amount of time they have dedicated to PCAGOE is unsurpassed. Way to go, girls, and much continued success to you! Congratulations!

Mônica says Congratulations! São Paulo, Brazil

tejae floyde says These 2 women are a fine example of what determination, hard work and passion can create. The polymer clay communities they have put together have not only inspired but built lasting friendships within our polymer clay communities that reaches across the United States as well as the world. Several small businesses have started because Ilysa and Kira gave us the tools, experience, community and support that we needed to make it happen. Their innovative ideas, video's and products are a great asset to our community. The polymer clay communities would not have grown as much as it has without their involvement. They deserve to win this competition.

Kira Slye says Yes, it has been such a ride with Ilysa these past 20 months! We met in December of 2006, having almost no experience with technology, and here we are. We are also always on the lookout for new products that will work to expand crafters' use of polymer clay in their artwork, so we've been to the CHA trade show 3 times and, and we've developed our own product for making perfect image transfers onto clay! We are so excited about our business and we hope you will agree. Thank you Ilysa, for entering us!