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 …

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!
A bustling city comes alive …

It looks like fall has finally begun, and with its arrival, we can start all the cozy activities that come along with it! Hunkering down in a warm house with a cup of hot cocoa and  getting around to that book you’ve been meaning to read? That’s a good feeling. It’s also a great time to write down some of those thoughts and stories that you’ve been plotting in your head all summer; did you know that November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)? We’ve got a whole table filled …

Okay, so Halloween is mostly about candy. And don’t get me wrong, candy is the greatest! But when I was a kid, there was nothing more exciting than getting to drink dry ice punch at a Halloween party. I still think dry ice is just about the coolest thing, but I haven’t really thought about it in years. Now I wanna make dry ice punch right now, and I want to drink it out of these spooky glasses from Bread and Badger, available right here at Modern Mouse! In my …

Jewelry! Along with chocolate, a great massage, and an all-out pizza party, it’s one of the best ways to treat yourself or a special someone. We’ve got jewelry for every, and we do mean every, occasion. It’s fun to get fancy with something really unique, or that conversation piece that causes everyone to do a double-take! Here are a few current favorites, but there’s lots more where these came from!
Marguerite of Bella Beads Originals uses the real stuff (beautiful gemstones and gold wire) to create her delicate but colorful pieces. …

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 every day is pretty darn cool. We love California so much that a bunch of our most popular products are Cali-themed. …

September is sweater weather, and Modern Mouse has definitely got just the accessories to keep you warm when the cool winds start to blow. Temperatures here in the Bay Area are always unpredictable, but we all that layers are the key to a comfortable day! The change in seasons is always an opportunity to pull out the old peacoat and boots, and add a few new treats to your wardrobe. Here are a few autumnal suggestions so that you and yours can be ready as soon as the sun sneaks …

We couldn’t be happier to be carrying a selection of San Francisco-based Yellow Owl Workshop’s amazing products! Designer and artist Christine Schmidt is the force behind the gorgeous stamps, stationery, and jewelry that Yellow Owl Workshop is known for; she’s got an eye for colors, bikes, cities, and nature, recreating the charm of life’s simple pleasures with her designs. We’re huge fans and wanted to share with you some of our faves that we’ve got in the shop!

I wear my Yellow Owl Workshop pendant at least once a week!

Send a …

Maybe it’s because we just turned a year old 2 months ago, but time just seems to fly! Although it’s not quite the start of the new year anymore, it’s still January, so without further ado…some things to get your new year started right!
Planners: Keep track of those resolutions and more!
Whether you’re big-picture or into the details, we’ve got planners to fit your style and needs! For functional note-keeping along with space for dreams and goals, check out the Positive Dose Planner by bylee design. Need something to keep you …