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May 16, 2013 – 1:40 pm | 60 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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New Years Sparkles!

December 31, 2011 – 1:32 am | 618 views

Ready to party into 2012? Get glittery and glamorous for your New Year’s festivities with some handmade jewelry!

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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 …

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers!

December 15, 2011 – 11:48 pm | 1,021 views

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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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Greet the Season…with Greeting Cards!

December 6, 2011 – 10:26 pm | 481 views

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 …

Holiday Craft Corner with Polly

December 4, 2011 – 10:34 pm | 1,090 views

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 …