One of a Kind Show Chicago – get gifting!

03Dec10

Yesterday I attended the media preview and opening hour of the One of a Kind Show. If you are looking for unique holiday gifts, make sure to visit the show before it closes this weekend. As with any craft show the range of what is offered is huge… from the beginner crafter hoping to make [...]

Filed under: Events, handmade, Holidays, Shopping, Uncategorized   |  Leave a Comment
Tags: accessories, Chicago, handmade, home accessories, jewelry, leather, one of a kind show, porcelain, stocking stuffers, throw pillows

Bizarre bazaar 2010

30Sep10

Who says interior designers don’t have time to craft? Save the Date for IIDAs annual Bizarre Bazaar event… Lots of handmade goodies will be on display at this event from local artisans, designers and friends of the industry. Get a leg up on your holiday shopping with unique, one of a kind finds. You can [...]

Filed under: Events, handmade, Shopping   |  Leave a Comment
Tags: Chicago, craft, event, handmade, iida, merchandise mart chicago

A pause in the painting…

21Jul09

My lovely little side project is on hold until early next week… so unfortunately no photos yet of the painting progress. I am going to take this time to further refine the palette and work on selecting some accessories!  I’ll scan the final selections this evening once my client have given the ok!  On another [...]

Filed under: handmade   |  Leave a Comment
Tags: Etsy, handmade, knitting, knitty.com, purple, scarf, shawl, wool

New Knit Project

29May09

I have attacked the task of learning to do wispy lace knits. So, thanks to Knitty.com I found a great starter project. Here are some promo images of the pattern I am doing. I’m using a dark purple Malabrigo yarn that has no mohair, so it won’t be quite as fuzzy. I’ll post some in-progress [...]

Filed under: DIY   |  Leave a Comment
Tags: cowl, handmade, knitting, knitty.com, lace, shawl, wisp, wrap

Sunday Etsy Finds

19Apr09

Some cute Etsy finds for this rainy Sunday… Owl Dress Rendez-vous in Paris necklace Vintage Yves Saint Laurent yellow rings belt Vintage ring set I love letterpress calling cards…    Slate grey ruffle dress (with pockets!) Etsy is really and endless resource, no matter what you are shopping for. Be creative in your searching and [...]

Filed under: Shopping   |  Leave a Comment
Tags: Etsy, handmade, jewelry, letterpress calling cards, vintage

Unique Travel Books

17Apr09

Preparing for a jaunt to another country (or even just a quick trip across the state line) is always more fun with some unique travel books or tales of the place you will be visiting.  I recently discovered www.littlebookroom.com, a small online shop with a few good selections for your next trip.  One of the best items [...]

Filed under: Books/Resources   |  Leave a Comment
Tags: books, France, guidebooks, handmade, littlebookroom.com, london, Paris, travel

EllyNelly Wall Decals on Etsy.com

05Feb09

In the world of wall decals, there are many, many options. I recently discovered the EllyNelly shop on Etsy. Run by Elly and Nelly, a mother daughter design team trained in textiles, the wall decals they create are something a little different from the commonplace options available. Some of my favorites… Visit their Etsy shop [...]

Filed under: Uncategorized   |  1 Comment
Tags: Etsy, handmade, vinyl, wall decal