Two new handmade shoes finds that make you wanna forget the budget and just splurge forever! Not that they are expensive, just, you know, if you want them all, then a dozen pairs adds up…! hehe
THE GENERATION (above)
- Made in TO dot! (aka Toronto)
- Ballerinas, mary janes, beachy
- Women, men & child
- Linen, hemp, canvas, cotton
- Between $35 and $55 USD
TUTO (below)
- Welcome to Miami!
- Sandals, wedges, thongs
- Women
- Leather, canvas, jute
- Between $20 and $50 USD
Yes, yes, I am aware I haven’t blogged in a while! :(
I’ve been busy trying to figure stuff out in my head, creating new items, but also looking for a condo for little Kobe and myself to move in the next few months, and also supply existing stockists after the holidays, and find new shops to be stockists! :)
So, with that new home search comes the “favoriting” of tons of deco stuff! Of course I won’t be buy everything, but these items really inspire me to find I place I will love and cherish! I’m aiming for sleek modern (on condo) meets rustic vintage (on decor… eventually anyway!), or something like that.
Have a peek, click on photos for more info on each item! ;)
Anmwe } Help
The lovely Jen over at IndieFixx is organizing fundraiser auctions of donated handmade items to help raise money to help out Haïti, who’s critically needing help after a massive earthquake that basically destroyed everything.
BID HARD, HELP OUT! :)
Bid on the wonderful items that the handmade community members have donated! More info on how to bid and how it works, right HERE!
At this time, and in the first days-weeks following any tragedy of this kind, donations of clothing and food can’t actually get there… Money is really what helps!
If you want to make a money donation,
I personally donated via Avaaz.org (Stand with Haiti campaign),
an organization I really like for all their work on many social issues, and all that without receiving any funding from governments or corporations.
This means your donation will not be tax deductible (but that’s not the point of donating, ain’t it?), but you can bet on having 100% truthful information.
No amount is too small! Paypal accepted.
Also register to receive their newsletter!
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PS: Hopefully you’ll see a Nea item in the auction soon!!
BID on my Topo Necklace, TODAY ONLY! :)
Lovely ladies ArtMind and Lila Ruby King have teamed up recently to create some jewelry pieces mixing porcelain and metal. Leafs, dots, textures, adore!
I have always been a fan of these two since I saw their each of their work for the first time (how can you not??) and they truly make an unbeatable combination!
Also check out these new little porcelain bowls by ArtMind :)
I don’t know if it’s the future moving out that’s doing this, but I’m really into prints and decor these days! My Etsy faves are flowing with decor pieces and furniture and prints and art and vintage lovelies!
I’ve never really decorated any apartment I’ve been in since I moved out from my parent’s place, thinking I wouldn’t stay there for a long time, since it wasn’t really nice places or decor worthy… When I move this year, I’m going to remedy that this time, for sure, wherever I end up. I really need a HOME, a sanctuary, a special reassuring place, a cocoon, a whatever you wanna call it, not just a place to live!
SO!
Really loving this little Quebec shop I discovered today, Oh My Ampersand. Simple interesting quotes and designs that make me want to get the whole collection!
Oh, and I couldn’t resist buying this little vintage metal apple from SevenBC’s shop. Too cute, right? It’ll look great in my future new place. ;)
Jamais trop tard print, by Eva Juliet.
The end of 2009 and the beginning of 2010 were (still are) very hard for me. So much has happened in the past few weeks, I can barely keep count of all the shitty stuff… I find myself unmotivated (and sincerely, with no much will to work on that, yet anyway…), kinda depressed, and lost.
The only good news are that, apparently, a new hard disk just cost $80, and that in times of emotional need, you really can see clearly the friends you have and hold onto that.
On the other hand, I guess I was due for a few fresh starts… One of my friends thinks life usually works in cycles of 7years, so I guess that at 28yo, it’s the perfect time to start a couple of new chapters.
I’ve grown and changed quite a lot in the past 3.5 years, and I was kinda falling back on my old ways recently. So perhaps this is life’s way to turn me back in the right direction, using many big bangs to make sure I turn around for real.
Thankfully, the handmade community is always there to inspire me and sometimes, distract me (we all need to turn the switch off once in a while, right?), so that’s gonna be very helpful in the long run!
Speaking of handmade, how great is that poster!? I really want it!
“It’s never too late to be who you want to be”.
Yeah?
I guess now is when I’ll get to figure that out.
With 2010 around the corner, it’s now or never to order your calendar to get it in time (or almost…)!
You can see my personal favorite (above) which of course I have purchased for myself today. Isn’t it unique and different and wonderful?!
Here are more suggestions to help you decide on THE perfect one for you!
By Quite Like It.
By Becca Heuer.
By Sunu Creative.
By Kirtland House.
By Candy Spotting.
By Govango. (Printable PDF)
By Gretchen Mist.
By Papered Together.
By Sweet Water.
By Graphic Dirt.
By Curious Doodles.
By JHill Design.
By Cicada Studio.
By Kerned Art.
By Stephanie Levy.
By Joojoo.
By Just Another Day.
By Moon In June.
You might already know from here that one of my fave blogs is Knack.
Therefore, I love the Barb’s work, which you can see at her store in Greenville, South Carolina, or if you live far far away like myself, in her Etsy shop!
She refurbishes old furniture to make it modern again, but also keeping that vintage flair we all like. LOVE her color choices too, just wonderful and would suit just about any home! Wouldn’t you just adopt like, everything???
Also check out her portfolio, right here on Flickr! To die for! ;)
The Medicine Chest, by carriembecker.
So the Holiday rush seems kinda over, even tho I have to be productive in the next weeks to bring back the stock to a normal level to supply future orders and also shops!
But it’s good to catch a breath… Or is it?
Well not really… I’ve been pretty much in bed the last few days. Doctor’s verdict? Laryngitis, fever (at least that seems to have ended) and sinus problems. Plus it’s really hard to breathe normally & sleep well with all this. Gosh, really annoying!!!
Anyway, hopefully I’ll be back on my feet soon!
The good thing is, I can totally prepare blog posts while taking it easy on the couch. hehe ;)
** I know it’s kinda late for the last Gift Guide post, but eh! Was so busy with craft shows & tiredness, couldn’t go faster! For the fun of it, let’s do this anyway :)
As part of my Holiday Gift Guide 2009,
here are some suggestions for the crafty peeps around you that can’t get enough of making things!
Take the Handmade Pledge this Holiday season!
** Please note that the sellers suggested are NOT sponsors!
These are MY suggestions! **
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Check out more Gift Guides posts!
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Fashionary, by FashionaryOnline.
Bazan knitting pattern, by JaneRichmond.
Dark grey poppies fat quarter, by Repeat.
Good to Know magazine, 6 months subscription, by Pikaland.
* Also available, PDF subscription.
Mozzarella and ricotta DIY cheese kit, by UrbanCheesecraft.
Reclaimed wood business card holder, by MadeInTheHV.
Recycled t-shirt yarn, by EclecticNotions.
Faux bois notebook, by OhSoGood.
Rustic stoneware beads, by MidnightCoiler.
Sheet of brown handmade recycled paper, by WhiteDragonPaper.
Pine needles & walnut DIY basket kit, by PineGardenBaskets.
DIY small terrarium kit, by MudPuppy.
Japanese tree and leaf button set, sold by FelicitySiu.
Pear pincushion PDF sewing pattern, by RetroMama.
TriFolding Display Case, by ArtisanWoodcrafting.
Venez me voir au Souk@Sat pour votre magasinage des Fêtes!
J’y serai avec tous mes items brodés, décor mural et colliers!
Come see me this weekend at Souk@Sat for your Holiday shopping!
I’ll be there will all my stitched items, from Wall Wear to necklaces!
Dec. 11 – 12, 12–9pm
Dec. 13, 12–5pm
Société des arts technologiques [SAT]
1195, boul. St-Laurent
(entre René-Lévesque et Ste-Catherine)
As part of my Holiday Gift Guide 2009,
here are some suggestions for the wonderful ladies in your life!
Take the Handmade Pledge this Holiday season!
** Please note that the sellers suggested are NOT sponsors!
These are MY suggestions! **
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Check out more Gift Guides posts!
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Fawn and Flower Wall Wear, by Nea (that’s me!!). :D
Dizziw golden swirly hues headband, by JenniferBirge.
Whale bowl, by CeramicJen.
Black backpack, by Layer X Layer.
Spoke bracelet, by BijouDally.
Cape No3, by ArtLab.
Embroidered maryjane flats, by StopsAndStarts.
Mild and moisturizing facial soap, by DressGreen.
Ivory dress/skirt, by LarimeLoom.
Squid earrings, by Nea (that’s me again!) :D
Gardeners oak dibber, by FuturePrimGarden.
Fern gourmet brownie pops, by ThecCatsMeowFavors.
Mia Capsula bad, by Emma Pardos.
Woven cowl, by Celapiu.
Rustic aqua birdhouse, by BaconSquareFarm.
Corvidae Necklace, by Nea (me!).
* I still have 2 Gift Guides to publish, For Her, and for DIY Peeps! They are coming! :D
Just been busy with 2 Holiday events and Holidays sales in the shops. Everything’s colliding at the same time! :)
Venez me voir au cette fin de semaine PucesPop/RustyPlum pour votre magasinage des Fêtes!
Come see me this weekend at PucesPop/RustyPlum for your Holiday shopping!
Dec. 5, 11am – 7pm
Dec. 6, 11am – 5pm
105 St-Viateur Ouest
As part of my Holiday Gift Guide 2009,
here are some suggestions for your man, your dad, and all the men in your life!
Take the Handmade Pledge this Holiday season!
** Please note that the sellers suggested are NOT sponsors!
These are MY suggestions! **
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Check out more Gift Guides posts!
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Men’s 50’s bowling style shirt, by LesAndOscar.
Sketchbook, by Paperama.
Big red double barrel, by RuffeoHeartsLilSnotty.
Wood business card case, by Masakage Tanno.
Archaic copper and silver band, by Tinahdee.
Leather sweet home flask, by MoxieAndOliver.
Sterling guitar pick, by PanicMama.
Acorn mittens (custom size), by TheSittingTree.
Mustaches mug set, by Kimay.
Old school bike hoodie, by BareTree.
Wooden birdhead cup, by NatureDesign.
Blue face copper dial watch, by KapaDesigns.
Urban Mystery 11 screenprinted art, by Fantazerova.
Grey wool felt laptop sleeve, by ByrdAndBelle.
Trompe l’what collared shirt, by RusselTMiller.
USB flash drive stick with reclaimed teak, by TuavusDesign.
As part of my Holiday Gift Guide 2009,
here are some suggestions for adorning every room of your home!
Take the Handmade Pledge this Holiday season!
** Please note that the sellers suggested are NOT sponsors!
These are MY suggestions! **
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Check out more Gift Guides posts!
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2010 giclee calendar, by Joojoo.
*For those wanting more calendar suggestions, I have a post coming up in the next weeks! :)
Poufik pillows, by EvaForeva.
Nest planter, by Fort.
Repurposed Danish vintage chair, by MadsHome
Porcelain Deer Cup, by Miekongo.
Olives and Blooms fabric storage, by SewingMomma.
Revamped vintage plate, by ShopLePetitBoutique.
Recycled T-shirt Rug, by TalkingSquid.
Mosaic clock, by EnjoyMosaic.
Concrete planter with air plant, by TortoiseLovesDonkey.
Pancake lamp, by aWanderingSoul.
Yummy chocolate magnet set, by Jojo2238.
Thrublock wooden coat rack, by Wuda.
Mediterranean fig soy candle, by AJsCountryCottage.
*AJ is my very own candle pusher! Totally addicted to her strong scents!
Handwoven table runner, by Kelgwo.
Red tree porcelain plates, by Yasha Butler.
Crochetted cotton cover for Swiffer Duster, by OlliesBoutique.
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