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[by genevieve | 27 Jan 2012 | leave a comment | 35 views]
Love is in the Air: A Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Some say Valentine’s Day is a holiday created by greeting card companies. We say: Let’s go all out & celebrate love!
If you’re stumped on what to give to your darling for Valentine’s Day, take a look through our gift guide for goodies that go beyond your typical box of chocolates and dozen roses. You’ll definitely get extra points for giving the gift of handmade and local, too.
Click through the slideshow to see all the goods.
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[by christina | 31 Dec 2011 | leave a comment | 187 views]
New Years Sparkles!

Ready to party into 2012? Get glittery and glamorous for your New Year’s festivities with some handmade jewelry!
Clockwise from top left:
Clockwork Earrings by I Am Dorkas: Make a timely statement with these earrings made of brass clockhands. Keep them polished or let the brass weather with time as you please.
Oh Snap Necklace by Scene Not Herd: A hand-stamped charm complements the retro camera pendant of this picture-worthy necklace. On an antiquated brass chain, to complete your vintage look.
Bleached Peacock Feather Earrings by heidiroland: Wave your feathers in your ears like …

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[by genevieve | 15 Dec 2011 | leave a comment | 434 views]
Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
It’s the little things that count, and in this case, it’s the little things in the stockings! We’ve put together a list of the small, the wee, and the cute that–regardless of size!–show a lot of love.
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[by polly | 6 Dec 2011 | leave a comment | 209 views]
Greet the Season…with Greeting Cards!

Haven’t sent out Christmas cards yet? Don’t panic. Even though, according to official Christmas card etiquette, you shoulda mailed them out the day after Thanksgiving (Seriously?! I bet even Martha Stewart isn’t that organized), as long as they arrive before the big day, you’re in good shape. A snail-mail card is a special treat these days and is sure to make it onto your loved ones’ mantel. We have so many beautiful and fun cards to choose from this year; here’s a sneak peek!
Hey, whatever works!
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[by polly | 4 Dec 2011 | leave a comment | 298 views]
Holiday Craft Corner with Polly

The holidays are insanely stressful; sometimes there’s so much to do it’s painful! But I think it’s important to set aside just a few hours to get cozy and do some extreme Christmas crafting. Making stuff can even be a stress eliminator, because you can use some of the goodies you’ve made as gifts. People love getting handmade gifts (and Xboxes, of course); and they’re the often the ones that end up getting passed down from generation to generation! The internet is chock-full of great free tutorials for holiday crafts …

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[by polly | 30 Nov 2011 | leave a comment | 302 views]
Artist Profile: Shendoe Ceramics

We’re pleased and honored to have ceramic artist Shenny Cruces, aka Shendoe Ceramics, as Modern Mouse’s newest vendor! Originally from Vacaville and a recent graduate of San Francisco State’s Ceramics MFA program, Shenny’s work is colorful and fun, with just a hint of grandma chic. You’ve got to take a look at her larger ceramic sculpture work; it’s amazing! Shenny’s stocked us with bright holiday ornaments and a selection of really gorgeous necklaces. Here’s her story!

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Shendoe Ceramics is handmade porcelain jewelry made by Northern California ceramic artist Shenny Cruces. While getting her …

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[by polly | 23 Nov 2011 | leave a comment | 231 views]
Paint Chip Masterpieces

(Crafty Hour happens each month at Modern Mouse from 5-7 PM on second Thursdays! Look out for the next one…come and craft with us!)
We had another excellent craft night last week at Modern Mouse; making glorious pieces of art from blank canvases and paint chips! The project was nice and messy, which is always a good sign, and everyone’s creativity was in full gear. We were honored to have some out-of-state visitors as well as a great Bay Area crew! Everyone brought a handful of paint chips, which was enough …

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[by genevieve | 20 Nov 2011 | leave a comment | 199 views]
Gift Guide: Happy Thanksgiving!

Gobble gobble, everyone! We’ve put together our favorite kitchen & dining accessories to help make your Thanksgiving cheery, colorful, festive, and handmade! Have a wonderful holiday and don’t forget to drop by the store or online shop for all your Black Friday shopping :)

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[by polly | 16 Nov 2011 | leave a comment | 191 views]
Artist Profile: New Skool

Did your child enter this world breakdancing? Well, we’ve now got the perfect clothing for your little b-boy/girl: New Skool. Designer Nate Tan proves that just ’cause you’re a dad doesn’t mean you have to stop being cool; in fact, you can pass your chill essence on to the kiddos in your life! Using his years of experience in the fashion industry and as a graffiti artist, Nate now tags babies instead of walls with his awesome line of kids’ apparel.
Featuring images of headphones, records, and general hip-hop chic, New …