Month: November 2012

Shibori – Part II

Shibori – Part II

Last week i did a post introducing Shibori, the Japanese art of silk dying.  But my post only focused on one type of Shibori and you need to know there are at least a dozen different techniques. A technique that is a refinement of what i do is called 

Crocheting a community together

Crocheting a community together

Crochet was just a passing hobby years ago, learned as a child, and if i remember correctly when other kids made practical things like hats and scarves, i crochet a teddy bear.  It was a project from hell that looked crude, and it still sits 

Packaging update

Packaging update

Upcycling is in my blood… omg, i have turned into my mom, making use of what i have, and taking advantage of free things… but with a cavaete – they have to add value, improve brand, and be readily available. All of this happened recently 

Happy encounter

Happy encounter

Is there anything more special than encountering someone who has a vision for doing something that is right in line with the hopes and dreams you have for your life, your family, your child, or your business? Last week Steve and I were asked to