Pop

Image from NY Times. Manifesto Bike Shop in Oakland.

My move to NYC seriously has disrupted me and all my business ventures. So I'm completely jealous (and a little bummed!) that I am missing out on this new "popuhood" in my old town of Oakland. By the looks of it, the space seems to have a great mix of retailers, including the amazing bike shop, Manifesto. It is only missing a vegan donut shop (seriously). Oakland is filled with inspiring people who are willing to support their neighbors and the creative community. Thumbs up to my ole 'hood and many wishes of success for all!

Article HERE
Popuhood HERE

New

Just in time for the holidays . . . .
Shop HERE

 

 

Cat Scan

Part 1
Bianca

Cute Paws

Eating/Playing

NYC

St. Mark's Church, 11pm, Halloween Night 2011

Free

There is no better time to start crafting than during the holiday season. And to keep you crafting all winter long, the store I work for is having a great giveaway over at their blog. Pins & Needles is giving away not one but 5 Martha Stewart Holiday Craft books.

It's so easy to enter! Go here to find out more info and you may just win a free book!

Love

I love stitched designs but I love them even more when you can where them around your neck. So obviously stitched jewelry is on my holiday wish list. How about you?

 

1) Map of Texas Necklace by ilgattoselvatico

2) Golden Triangle Necklace by Gammafolk

3) Felt Embroidered Necklace by lovemaude

Wish

Oh, how I wish I could teleport to Portland tomorrow night to attend the book launch party of Colette's new sewing book.

I remember when I first came across Colette patterns it was the sweet, unique and fresh pattern cover design that initially caught my eye. No tacky Butterick model photos here. Instead a soft color palette with a sketch of a curvy normal looking girl on the cover.

Colette's first sewing book came out just a couple weeks ago. Her patterns in the book continue to carry out her fresh take on classy vintage designs. But what really makes Colette amazing is her Blog and all the amazing free sewing tips and patterns she offers up to the public. In the cyber world, people are always on the hunt for not just good freebies but excellent ones and they can be hard to come by.

Colette's booth at Quilt Market

If you have ever had the itch to try and sew a garment, then I recommend heading over to her blog to not only be inspired but to pick up some great techniques you are sure to employ with your stitched creations.