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May 16, 2013 – 1:40 pm | 66 views

So by this point you may have noticed that along with selling handmade goods, the staff of Modern Mouse are quite creative in their own right. However, you might not have realized that our very own Matt Ortega is the mastermind and maker behind Kuro-Same Arts–that awesome line of steampunk inspired jewelry that you’ve had your eye on! Yes, yes, it’s true! And that’s not all: between work, school, and …

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Article Archive for July 2011

Summer Wedding Season: We’ve Got What You Need!

July 28, 2011 – 9:57 pm | 562 views

It seems like everyone’s late summer calendar has at least one wedding on it! And why not? It’s a great time to get all dressed up, go outside, and celebrate love before those autumn winds start to blow. Modern Mouse has both the gear and the goods to keep you lookin’ stylish and prepared with extra-special gifts for the newlyweds. (Who really wants a new toaster, anyway?)

These hand-screenprinted pillows …

Gift Guide: Soak in the Summer!

July 8, 2011 – 8:00 am | 532 views

We’ve got Summer Fever…how about you? We see you climbing up high in the trees, getting some tasty street food, taking a bike ride around town, hitting the beach, and just soaking up the sun! When the sun rises early and sets late, it’s time to be out and about. These gifts will inspire your next fun adventure!

July Crafty Hour: Fabric Magnet Makefest!

July 8, 2011 – 6:33 am | 817 views

About to throw away all your fabric scraps? Save ‘em and turn them into a fun set of stylish fabric magnets instead! Keep it simple or get a little fancy – your imagination’s the limit! And we’ve got the tools to go either way. Led by the Mouse herself, Mrs. Eleen Hsu Agustin.

  • July Crafty Hour, Thursday 7/14 from 5-7pm
  • Refreshments and drinks provided.
  • $5 suggested donation to offset the

Artist Profile: Molletta Design

July 5, 2011 – 11:18 pm | 651 views

Molletta Design definitely has their finger on the pulse of what makes the Bay Area tick. Bikes? Check. Moustaches? Check. Mustaches for bikes? Double check. That’s right; Modern Mouse now carries a variety of felt facial hair for your currently clean-shaven bicycle, as well as the rest of Molletta Design’s line of velo-related products. One of the great things about living in sunny California is that there’s rarely an excuse …