Article Archive for September 2011
Artist Profile: Bee Parade
Modern Mouse’s newest artist, Corinne Wong, uses wood to its fullest effect, creating a variety of awesome treats that are simultaneously retro and modern! Stationed in Saratoga, CA, Corinne’s influenced by the video games of her youth and lovely typography. It’s an awesome juxtaposition and we’re happy to carry a super-sweet selection of Space Invaders wall hangings and Corinne’s signature initial necklaces in your favorite typeface here at the shop. …
California Love
California is a great place to be. To quote the late Tupac, “California knows how to party,” and that’s certainly the truth. However, we also know how to chill. With a late summer heat wave kicking in, we’re feelin’ happy and drowsy, basking in the sun with a big glass of iced tea. Our little shop is located right on the shores of Alameda, and getting to see the ocean …
Artist Profile: Yvo Crochet
We’re simply thrilled to introduce YvoCrochet’s collection of jewelry designs to Modern Mouse! Artist Yvonne is a master crocheter who mixes old-school skills with modern fashion with fantastic results. I can’t imagine the teeny tiny crochet hook and wee thread Yvonne uses to make her creations, but she gets the patient-person-of-the-year award for such detailed work! Often people with skills like hers make a lot of doilies and beautiful but …
September Crafty Hour Recap: Embroidery Hoopla!
(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!)
Another Crafty Hour for the record books! Last Thursday we did a super-versatile craft: embroidery hoop art using a no-sew applique technique. Taught by trusty Modern Mouse employee and blogger Polly Conway (yeah, that’s me!), the workshop was standing room only, with a roomful of awesome …
Gift Guide: School Rules!
Gear up for school with handmade goods that’ll make you smile throughout the day.
September Crafty Hour: Fabulous Fabric Hoop Art!
Turn fabric like this…
…into something like this!
At this month’s Crafty Hour, we’re giving all hoarders of cute fabric a chance to show off their favorite fabulous fabrics with a simple, no-sew craft project.
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Join us on Thursday, 9/8, for two hours of crafting and camaraderie, 5-7PM!
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Problem: You’ve got too much of a good thing – fabric with the most adorable/awesome print …
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