What are you doing this weekend?
I'll be here -
Check out this list of awesome vendors who will be there with me!
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Monday, October 22, 2012
MAYDAY MAYDAY
I've been quiet on the blog these days - but I have news to break the silence - HOLIDAY SHOWS
Coming up fast is the MAYDAY! Underground show
I started vending at the Mayday shows just this year but it is becoming a fast favorite of mine - the crowd is super friendly, the event coordinators are so helpful, and the show itself is an all around good time.
The travel time is a bit of a downside, but I dont have as many opportunities to hit the road these days as I used to and the trip is always worth it.
There are going to be Swag Bags for the first 50 people and this year I am going to be contributing! So if you are one of the lucky early birds who gets a bag you might be able to receive a little something that for now is an exclusive bit of sparkle. Not going to give away what it is here, but stay tuned if I decide to spill the beans. I will be selling a few new things as well, plus lots of holiday items! I've been looking forward to getting my little black christmas tree out again.
I have more show news coming up too, so I hope you'll stick around.
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Blue Is A Good Color
Especially when it shows all the places my jewelry goes. I updated the map of all the items I've sent orders out too -
My master plan is getting closer - once I cover the US I'll move on to the rest of the world
My master plan is getting closer - once I cover the US I'll move on to the rest of the world
Sunday, June 3, 2012
What A Funky Time
Yesterday I got up bright and early and packed my car to head to the Everson Museum for the 3rd Funky Flea. By 8:30 we were finally parked (after circling the block twice) and unloading. I managed to get my tent fixed, so I was able to finally use for a show! I put the bent side at the back so hopefully it wasn't noticeable.
I was a little worried about the weather, but other than a few blustery gusts of wind, it was fantastic all day. There was a great crowd of people, both customers and other vendors I got to chat with.
It was a little different being able to set up TWO tables, since I've been so used to the limited space at the Indie Garage Sale. I almost didn't know where to put things - and I realized I really need to do some work on my display. There are two other shows I applied to for this year and they are also bigger sized booths, so coming up with new ideas will keep me busy.
There was a good mix of vendors selling vintage items, artwork, and other handmade crafts - I'm always tempted to buy so much, but this time I managed to keep my spending pretty low - I got a dress for little M from Sleevescape, and 2 silver trays from a booth 2 spots down from me.
The food vendors were fantastic - Darwin had the BEST turkey clubs, and Roji Tea Lounge had some delicious libations to enjoy.
In closing, here are some more photos of my booth -
Did you go to the Funky Flea? What did you think? What did you buy? I'd love to hear. Also, any suggestions for my booth layout are more than welcome.
I was a little worried about the weather, but other than a few blustery gusts of wind, it was fantastic all day. There was a great crowd of people, both customers and other vendors I got to chat with.
It was a little different being able to set up TWO tables, since I've been so used to the limited space at the Indie Garage Sale. I almost didn't know where to put things - and I realized I really need to do some work on my display. There are two other shows I applied to for this year and they are also bigger sized booths, so coming up with new ideas will keep me busy.
I loved that the event was at the Everson. Such a great location -
The food vendors were fantastic - Darwin had the BEST turkey clubs, and Roji Tea Lounge had some delicious libations to enjoy.
Did you go to the Funky Flea? What did you think? What did you buy? I'd love to hear. Also, any suggestions for my booth layout are more than welcome.
Stay Funky
Thursday, May 10, 2012
2012 Shop Goals
Recently I posted on my facebook page that I had completed one of my shop goals for the year by submitting one of my pieces to a contest. I figured I'd share some of the others with you too:
I've got a few new items in the works, and a giveaway idea or two, so stay tuned! I'm on facebook regularly, and you can also find me on Twitter if you ever have any questions. I'd love to hear from you.
Make an awesome chainmaille belt (for me, first, then possibly production pieces)- Create a website - I've been thinking lately of doing a stand alone site instead of using Etsy
- Start and finish a "picture a day" project - maybe a weave a day? or whatever it is I make?
- Blog at least once a week (ok - this one leaves much to be desired, but I'm working on it)
- Take a class
- Teach a class
- Do 4-5 shows/year
- Attend a workshop
- Work on creating "my brand"
Enter at least 1 competition/contest- Create a brochure/catalog for my jewelry
(Italics are items in progress)
I've got a few new items in the works, and a giveaway idea or two, so stay tuned! I'm on facebook regularly, and you can also find me on Twitter if you ever have any questions. I'd love to hear from you.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Small Victories
Remember the state of my workbench that I shared with you last time?
Well, here's what it looks like now -
(Forgive the poor quality cell phone pic)
This also means I'll have a clean slate when I get back to business! I'm planning to reorganize this room anyways, so it's helpful that the big stuff will be moved out of my way. I love a good spring cleaning, and I've had a very bad case of cabin fever for a while now.
I'm plugging away on last minute details for the Indie Garage Sale, but I hope to be all finished by friday when I pack my car and head out to happy valley. If you're in the area I hope to see you there!
Photo from Indie Garage Sale
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Tuesday How To : Simple Bound Notebooks
This is a trick I learned when I was in college and we had to hand in a multi-page collection of floor plans and drawings. I did it here to make a covered notepad to give to my nephew.
SUPPLIES:
Gather your pages you want to cover. You'll need to cut the card stock to the same size or just slightly larger. Then take another piece of card stock, 1 - 1 1/2" wide, and cut the length to match whichever edge of the paper you are binding.
Fold this strip in half, then fold one half of that under. Insert your pages in between your cover, then add the folded edge, and staple.
You can also do this just using the edge/binding piece if you don't need a cover for your project and just want to keep a stack of papers together. A great idea for repurposing/ recycling paper scraps around the office as a scratch pad.
SUPPLIES:
- Cardstock / Paper for cover
- Inner pages / stuff you want to cover
- Stapler
Gather your pages you want to cover. You'll need to cut the card stock to the same size or just slightly larger. Then take another piece of card stock, 1 - 1 1/2" wide, and cut the length to match whichever edge of the paper you are binding.
Fold this strip in half, then fold one half of that under. Insert your pages in between your cover, then add the folded edge, and staple.
Folded edge = front, flat edge = back
You can also do this just using the edge/binding piece if you don't need a cover for your project and just want to keep a stack of papers together. A great idea for repurposing/ recycling paper scraps around the office as a scratch pad.
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