Have you seen the Whip-Up calendar? It was one of the projects I’d alluded to over here. The request for an image was what inspired me to buy the new camera… which, btw, I am loving.
I am so proud to be part of it! And, with such great company!
Kathreen has been so supportive of my work and of other artists doing offbeat fiber arts. So, a HUGE thank you to Kathreen!
The calendar is available here. I just bought mine- with shipping from Australia it was $28.93.
I have had a very exciting week. Lots of great stuff going on that resulted in me not spending enough time in the studio. Although that was more about me being distracted as opposed to being out and about.
You know Craft Magazine? Hee hee- I’m in it!
This is what it actually looks like when I open it-
hence the action shot above. Diane and Rachael did an amazing job on the article- I am so proud to be part of it.
Another exciting thing… I got a request for some hi-res images for a project (one more exciting thing that I will tell you about when there is more information) and that made me realize how totally inadequate my camera is for many fun things I’d like to do. I spent tons of time on Amazon, looking at many, many cameras. I went from thinking I’d buy this one (Canon A590IS) for $115 plus or minus to knowing I NEEDED this one (Canon G10) for $500. How does this happen?! I went down to Harvard Square this morning to see if I could find a copy of Craft Magazine. While I was there, I thought I’d go to a camera store and see if they had a G10 in stock that I could touch. Well, sure enough, they not only had it, it was on sale. I’ve got a new Baby! I’m just doing my part to help with the US economic crisis- hee!
a third exciting thing- new threads-
Yesterday I spent more hours then I thought possible picking out beautiful threads. These are danish flower cotton and I also got crewel embroidery wool. I am so grateful to receive such bounty. When I am given a gift like this, I feel it is my duty to make something beautiful from it- my way of saying thank you. This was my haul 2 years ago. I have enjoyed my bounty every time I have opened my drawer full of color!
There is other stuff too… not ready to be posted about though. So many distractions! I will leave you with a flower photo taken with my new camera.
Yesterday was spent in the garden because frost was predicted for last night.
I picked all the tomatoes- maybe some will ripen before they rot. I brought in all the flower pots and houseplants that had been out all summer. The porch is now a jungle! And I cut flowers. This is pretty much the only time of year when I bring flowers into the house. In general I like them better in the garden. But, for a while, I will enjoy my bounty. Aren’t those (slightly out of focus) dahlias amazing!
Here is a link to some amazing dolls and other wool work- PezziUnici
Yesterday with Boston Handmade!
Boston Handmade Group Pic, originally uploaded by reclaimedtoyou.
My tent- I shared with Kerry Hawkins Photography– check out her amazing artwork. We had perfect fall weather. Another great market in the South End.
And today- a trip to Revere Beach for a fish plate lunch and a walk on the beach.
well, only a few days in the future!
Another day at the Market!
Boston Handmade: a collection of Boston area artists, artisans, and craftspeople
More than 25 members of Boston Handmade will be exhibiting their craft and art at the SoWa Open Market on Sunday, October 12th, 10am to 4pm.
On view and for sale will be handmade jewelry, clothing, accessories, housewares, art, photography, toys, sculpture, and more!
Boston Handmade promotes local independent businesses and individuals creating one-of-a-kind and limited edition handmade works in small studio environments, not factories
For more info about Boston Handmade visit www.bostonhandmade.org
Boston Handmade Members exhibiting at this one-day event:
Arian: http://arian.etsy.com
Blue Alvarez: http://BlueAlvarez.etsy.com
Christine Marie Art: http://chrisenc.etsy.com
Elizabeth Brennick Designs: http://ElizabethBrennick.etsy.com
Glamourpuss Creations: http://Glamourpuss.etsy.com
K. Hawkins Photography: http://khawkinsphoto.etsy.com
Kirsten Bassion: http://kirstenbassion.etsy.com
Lucie Wicker Photography: http://Knight27.etsy.com
Linda B. Dunn: http://LBranchD.etsy.com
Lush Beads: http://lushbeads.etsy.com
MaJenta Designs: http://MaJentaDesigns.etsy.com
Mimi Kirchner: http://mck254.etsy.com
Nancyrosetta: http://Nancyrosetta.etsy.com
Penguin Love Press: http://PenguinLovePress.etsy.com
Jessica Burko: http://ReclaimedToYou.etsy.com
Sea Glass Things: http://SeaGlassThings.etsy.com
Yarn Obsession: http://sedruola.etsy.com
Stonehouse Studio: http://StonehouseStudio.etsy.com
Tactile Baby: http://TactileBaby.etsy.com
The Hole Thing: http://TheHoleThing.etsy.com
thirteenth story: http://thirteenthstory.etsy.com
Vintage by Crystal: http://vintagebycrystal.etsy.com
This is my fiftieth doll of 2008- A goal has been reached!
When I totalled up all my sales from 2007, I figured out that I had sold 50 dolls. My goal for 2008 became- make at least 50 dolls and I’ve made it! From now on, everything I make will feel like the next level. Here are all the dolls from this year, so far.
This past Saturday, I went on an expedition up to Concord, NH for the Concord Arts Market. It was so much fun! My friend Katy organized it. Jessica and Lucie– buddies from Boston Handmade– were showing their work. I was on the jury to choose the vendors and it was so much fun to see the work in person. And, I finally got to meet Susan from Artstream! It was a great day!
I knew there was something I forgot to mention. One of my tattooed men is being autioned off on Ebay- not by me. Here is a link if anyone is interested.
I got a few done for the market. And more not quite done- housing futures…
A snowy hilltop.
That tiny snowman was fun to make. And here is the back-
I call this one Big Flowers- inspired by my amazing sunflower crop this year.
and the back-
This one, with a white house, sold.
I will be doing an Etsy update tomorrow (Tuesday 9/23) around 3 EST. I will list the 2 pincushions and 2 girl dolls. Also, some more magnet sets. Sorry, no tattoo men right now.
mine, not all that bad news over on those other kinds of blogs.
The weather was perfect, I met some wonderful people, loads of positive feedback from visitors and other venders, and I sold some stuff.
Here is my booth on Saturday morning when I was at the end of the row and my booth was open on 2 sides-
The second day I tried out a slightly different set-up when I was in mid-row and only open in front-
I guess it doesn’t look that different but little changes and tweaking are part of the fun. I LOVE my banner! I think it made the whole booth look better. Another big excitement- I got it all figured out to take credit cards. WooHoo! The Big Time!
I gave away enough of my Moo cards that I just placed another order. That’s a good sign. I always dread the tizzy I get into when prepping for an event like this, but once I’m there, I am reminded how great it can be. I will be back in the South End on Sunday, October 12.
