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| Nov 9, 2009 | posted by brittni wood |
With the digital trend and quick-fix mentality of much of the world, it is a welcomed (and slowed) change of pace. To view more of Misha Ashton's work, visit her shop and website.
posted on Nov 9, 2009 in brittni {paper n stitch} , photography | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 9, 2009 | posted by tara |
i am so happy to announce that candy, from candied fabrics, is launching a brand new website today!
the site is jam-packed with beautiful pictures of candy's work using her own hand-dyed fabrics. she also has a welcome giveaway going on!
right now, i'm most tickled by candy's art houses. they're like little gingerbread houses of of quilty goodness! such a special piece of art to display in your home. if you're not looking to make such an investment right now, though, candy has 2 series of mini art quilts which make quite a statement, too!
full disclosure: i'm actually the wordpress designer that built candy's site! if you're interested in website design using the fabulous wordpress platform, be sure to drop me line or get more info on my personal website.
also, candy created 2 bags for me in september in exchange for advertising and services. so i can tell you that they're wonderful!! but i can also tell you that this is a sponsored post ;)
posted on Nov 9, 2009 in blog notable , giveaway , handbags , sewn | Permalink | Comments (2) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 9, 2009 | posted by tara |
these lotus flower pins are a bit edgy and pretty at the same time! created by doppelganger handiwork, they're inspired by flower brooches from the 1920s & 30s. they are perfect for adding a little floral drama to your wintertime scarf or hat!
lotus flower pin by doppelganger handiwork :: $18
posted on Nov 9, 2009 in $25 or less , accessories , sewn | Permalink | Comments (2) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 9, 2009 | posted by tara |
it's monday morning! are you taking this week one day at a time or have you bitten off more than you can chew?
speaking of chewing, what i'm dealing with one day at a time right now is some serious lifestyle changes in an effort to get active again and - get this - lose the weight that i've gained since giving birth. luckily, jen, over at indie fixx, has put together a twitter tour de force for this very reason!
on thursday, jen tweeted that she was looking to lose some weight. and #indielbs was born! with over 30 tweeters participating in the hastag, there's always some support online. and just the accountability of tweeting your ups & downs is a great way to stay true to yourself!
jen also set up a blog to catalog recipes, tips, and motivation as we work towards our goals. i made my first post on the #indielbs blog yesterday, talking about how i envision my goal: not in calories or pounds! i'd be just thrilled if you joined us!
one day at a time...
letterpress print by raw art letterpress :: $9
posted on Nov 9, 2009 in $25 or less , announcements , paper goods | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 6, 2009 | posted by tara |
fabric wreath by minttint
wreath with porcelain charms by four by 2
linen christmas wreath by goingsewcrazy
red, green, white, & grey felt wreath by knitalatte
mini felted wool wreath by bella dia
i'm generally not one to get into the holidays too soon - probably a reaction to too many years spent in the retail industry. but the bottom line is that a handmade holiday takes a bit more time to prepare. there are supplies to buy for your own craft projects, there are gifts to be made, and gifts to be bought from artists & crafters who need time to make & ship your gifts. the better prepared you are, the more joy your handmade holiday will bring!
so i'm starting now and i hope you don't mind coming along for the ride!
i'll be sharing more handmade holiday inspiration over the coming weeks. if you're interested in sharing a promotion with scoutie girl readers to kick off your holiday selling season, please post in the comments below with your discount, link to your shop, and an end date. clearly mark it "handmade holiday." i'll also be hosting several giveaways and have a couple more spots open. if you're interest, email scout@scoutiegirl.com.
finally, if you're interested in guest posting here to share your handmade holiday memories or traditions, email me!
and as always, this is free for all friday! if you have a promotion, new product or project, blog posts, or just fun things to share - leave a comment here!
see ya monday!
| Nov 6, 2009 | posted by tara |
simple colors and vintage-inspired images - all done in lovely letterpress - by luckybeepress.
letterpress holiday cards by luckybeepress :: on sale - set of 6 for $16
posted on Nov 6, 2009 in $25 or less , graphic design , holiday , holiday cards , illustration | painting , paper goods | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 6, 2009 | posted by tara |
tree of may is a stocking stuffer shopper's paradise! check out the buttons, coasters, and other bits & baubles each made from recycled neck ties. "why neckties?" you might ask. "Why neckties? It’s the unknown memories behind each tie. Was it worn on a first date, nervously tied for a job interview or transformed into a stylish fashion accessory for a woman?" says, lenesha, the crafter behind tree of may.
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| Nov 6, 2009 | posted by tara |
how sweet is this illustration by love, liette? and they're printed on recycled paper with soy inks, too!
"our tree dresses" holiday cards by love, liette :: $9 for 5 cards, envelopes, & vintage button seals
posted on Nov 6, 2009 in $25 or less , holiday , holiday cards , illustration | painting , paper goods | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 5, 2009 | posted by tara |
| Nov 5, 2009 | posted by tara |
these cards arrived in my inbox the other day and i knew they were a great fit for this feature - very different from what i've shown so far and something you'd really love! vintage-inspired & a little kitsch - if you love colored christmas trees and popcorn garlands, these cards are for you.
kelly green begins by creating a diorama - "little figures, cut out images, fabrics, and random objects positioned and manipulated to tell a story." she then takes a photo and creates the card or fine art print.
kelly found scoutie girl through our mutual friend, staci egan of contempo jewels. lucky for you - staci can be your new friend too! staci is offering a free pair of post earrings with any purchase of $25 or more! mention "scoutie girl" and buy before 12/31/09!
posted on Nov 5, 2009 in $25 or less , holiday , holiday cards , jewelry , paper goods , photography | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 5, 2009 | posted by tara |
want to know what these are made out of?
horse hair.
that's right, tinted horse hair - and sterling silver, of course.
natalia saldias creates these woven jewelry pieces inspired by the traditional crafts of her home land, chile. she has a real eye for color: bright & bold - but totally wearable. combined with the modern shapes of her jewelry, you'd never know this is based on folk art!
natalia's profile didn't give many details on the origins of the horse hair crafts. so i did some quick & dirty research to find out more. turns out weaving horse hair has a name in chile: crin! it began with village women using what they had to create little figures - like insects - out of material they had lying around. you can read more at craft unbound.
natalia also uses resin & felt to create modern jewelry pieces.
jewelry made from sterling, resin, felt, and horsehair by natalia saldias :: $25-80
posted on Nov 5, 2009 in $25-50 , $50-100 , fiber , jewelry , one to watch | Permalink | Comments (10) | TrackBack (0)
| Nov 4, 2009 | posted by lori (aka: marzi) |
[outfitting your warm drinks]
with the winter months right ahead of us, there's nothing better on those cold days than a big mug filled with a warm drink. i would just love a cupboard full of the beautiful examples below.
posted on Nov 4, 2009 in $25 or less , $25-50 , ceramics , handmade solutions | Permalink | Comments (3) | TrackBack (0)
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