What’s the fun of having a cute jewelry collection if you don’t have an awesome way to display it? More often than not, our favorite pieces disappear into the dark regions of a box, not to be seen for years, or at least until they’re out of style. Fortunately for people like me, Kristie Garafola of KikiBella has come to the rescue with her ingenious storage solutions that are both beautiful and helpful. Using “poke-friendly,” limited edition Japanese fabrics, Kikibella jewelry organizers look like pieces of art that just happen …
(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 a fantastic turnout for Modern Mouse’s March Craft Night last Thursday! To kickstart the slow arrival of spring, yours truly (Polly, trusty Modern Mouse employee and ever-curious crafter) had the pleasure of leading a lovely group of folks in the art of felt flowers. Felt is such a versatile and easy-to-work with material that everyone took to it immediately, going above and beyond my simple …
We’re proud to announce that Modern Mouse is now carrying Bluebird by Lucie’s jewelry line! Mixing vintage components with natural elements like wood and leather, self-confessed hippie Lucie’s creations are totally unique, and, as she puts it, add a “little bit of earthiness into our urban lives.” Her blog is a must for anyone who loves their modern design combined with a little boho chic; below is a little peek into the life behind the jewels!
The Bluebird by Lucie Story:
My name is Lucie. I build websites during the day and …
The hint of spring is in the air! We’ve decided to encourage it along by crafting up some lovely blooms made of felt and fashioning them into a delightful brooch or two.
Our next monthly craft night is on Thursday, March 10 from 5-7pm. Once again, it’ll be hosted right here at Modern Mouse…and all you crafty adults are invited!
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The lovely Polly Conway — creative dilletante with a love for anything handmade, proprietor of Pollyannacowgirl and writer for ReadyMade Magazine craft blog — hosts this month’s craft night.
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Husband and wife Brian and Jen Gubicza (say it five times fast!) are Zooguu, an awesome plush company making super-special stuffed animals for the kiddos and anyone who needs to hug something adorably squeezable. We’re now stocked with a plethora of puffer fish, turtles, blue whales, owls, and the ever-popular, ever-prickly hedgehog. Jen speaks for the team below, answering the big questions about ZooGuu and living the dream as a full-time toymaker.
The ZooGuu Story:
Brian is an illustrator, and in 2003 Jen made her first plush toy for his birthday, based …
Oakland knitter and seamstress Tammy George is the real, live punk rock gal behind her indie business PuNk rAwK pUrL! Inspired by the color palette of traditional Loteria cards and their bold images, her paper-appliqued notecards are a fabulous addition to Modern Mouse’s selection. Tammy delights in choosing the perfect colors of thread to accompany her designs; having attended the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, she’s a total pro. Her blog is also a total treat to browse for lots more color inspiration and fun!
The PuNk rAwK pUrL Story:
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Lost pacifiers will be a thing of the past once you hook a Beanstalk Baby Binky Clip onto your kid! Livermore’s Carrie Colburn seeks to not only to help parents avoid the annoyance of constantly having to replace lost binkies, but also to make it a fun accessory for parent and child. With multi-colored, quality ribbons, these clips can attach to the stroller, car seat or clothing, and keep that rogue binky from wandering.
The Beanstalk Baby Binky Clips Story:
When I was pregnant with my son, my husband and I were …
One sunny Sunday noon, my friend, Olivia, and I went to visit the wonder-couple, Eric Rewitzer and Annie Galvin, of 3 Fish Studios!
their creations…
Oh-so-many creative, collectable works spring from Eric and Annie’s talented fingertips! Eric creates instantly recognizable linocut prints of robots, controllers, mid-century chairs, and taco trucks, just to name a few. Annie makes iconic 49 mile drive paintings, bear collages, and other scenic pieces featuring girls and luchadors.
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Their printmaking/painting studio is situated in San Francisco’s Dogpatch neighborhood, which boasts an eclectic mix of old …
