New item idea!

I don't know why this didn't occur to me sooner... I just added a new item to my Etsy shop. It is a mystery pack of 3 badges that I consider 'seconds'. These badges are most likely slightly mis-shapen, but some are just a little too small or too large to fit into the regular family of badges. I sold these at the Bazaar Bizarre a few years ago, and they did very well. I have even thoughtfully packaged them for you so as not to reveal their colorful badge-ness. Perhaps they'd make a nice stocking stuffer come December. :) I hope you enjoy... otherwise look for them at this year's Boston BazBiz!

Fall and the Family

We got to visit with many good friends this past weekend, and I forgot all about the business for a couple of days. It's always nice to have an excuse to get away, and when it's with friends in the Fall (in the Catskills) what could be better? It was a perfect opportunity to snap a few shots of Maisy in her first year of walking through the forest. I love how she looks like she's actually using her prized stick as a walking stick (what a born hiker!):

Though this lovely weekend has past, it's onward full-force toward the holidays, isn't it? Upon our return I promptly added more ornaments to the Etsy site, and shipped off the most recent orders (way to go!).

I can't believe that October is coming to a close soon, and that the weather has gotten so chilly. Here's to hoping you had a delightful Fall weekend, as well.

Here's to a great weekend ahead

We're about to leave for a much needed get-together with friends, but I wanted to post that I've begun to add a couple of the ornaments from the Art Star show to my Etsy site. You can check them out here, or wait a few days when I'll be adding more...
Have a great weekend!

SOWA market

Big thanks to Tomoko of Tadworks for sharing her booth space with us last Sunday! I had a fantastic time chatting and soaking in the sunshine... talking shop and fanny-packs, smelly food and cute babies... and watching the hula-hoopers (correct word?) across the way. Tomoko seemed like she wanted part of the action, but I think my camera threats may have swayed her decision. Here are a few images from the beautiful day:

Tomoko and her goods:
My little display:
Hula-hoop corner:

And if you also want to laugh at my fanny-pack, visit this image.

We also happened to be situated right next door to Pogibabies, who made Maisy a lovely little hat a few months back. Check out her Etsy shop! She is an excellent crafter of hats for the little ones in your life.

And as promised, there is a small sale happening over on my site and Etsy site! Badges are just $5 (marked down from $9) and miniature pendants are only $15! These are prices I have at shows, and I decided to extend the in-person discount to all of you not in the Boston area on Sunday. Enjoy! (sale ends tomorrow!)

Visit us!

Just a quick-type post to let you know that we're sharing a booth with the wonderful Tomoko of Tadworks tomorrow at SOWA Market in Boston! This was sort of last-minute, weather- and health-pending, but right now it's a-go. Hope to see some smiling faces there, should be a delightful New England fall day! :)

(next up: small sale honoring booth prices to come next week!)

And what a lovely book it is

I received my copy of Handmade Nation in the mail yesterday, and it is so beautiful. I haven't been able to sit down and give it a thorough reading just yet, but I'm so impressed by everyone who contributed (not to pat myself on the back or nothin). Nikki McClure, Jill Bliss, Jenine Bressner, to name but a few who inspire me... to peek inside everyone's studios is fascinating. I love looking at the set-up, colors and organization of fabrics, pens, etc. [It's the little things.] Great job, Faythe and Cortney!

Okay, so Maisy wanted her Goodnight Moon routine back, but give her a few years and she'll be down with diy.