Bee Mine Designs

Fat Ninja @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-19T23:26:00.001-07:00

Snugly yet deadly... Fat Ninja features a fantastic selection of apparel, jewelry, hair accessories, and adorable origami greetings cards (not pictured below. . because you should have something to look forward to when you come to CRAFT HAPPY tomorrow).

T-Shirts and apparel

Glass jewelry

Felted hair clips

It's FRIDAY!! Almost time for CRAFT HAPPY!!

2010-03-19T09:16:00.000-07:00

We are really, really looking forward to tomorrow's show - so many talented artists, a beautiful day, and hopefully a lot of visitors!

If you haven't already, check out our article in from Inside Bay Area (Fremont Argus, Hayward Daily Review). It is also on the SJ Mercury News website.

Also, we were featured with an article in the Ohlone College Monitor yesterday (starts on page 1, then go to page 6). Congrats to one of our artists, Melinda Mae, for having a picture and caption in the article!

See everyone tomorrow!! Please stay tuned for a few more posts today. . . = )

Jinny Ly @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-19T09:02:00.000-07:00

Sweets should not be limited to just being eaten! We think that the best sweets deserve to be remembered time and again, and Jinny Ly has done just that - these adorably cute creations will be at CRAFT HAPPY tomorrow! Our personal favorite - the biscuit cookie earrings!

Sweet cake earrings, yum!!

Cupcakes, without the calories!

Cat Scratch Designs @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-19T08:55:00.000-07:00

Looking for a sweet but sassy statement piece? Check out the selection of jewelry that Cat Scratch Designs will have at CRAFT HAPPY tomorrow! Cat Scratch makes both full and kid size jewelry.

Some of Cat Scratch's earrings!

Child's bracelet

Mary Van Note @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-18T23:33:00.000-07:00

Ok, so you could use your imagination to guess what it would be like to date comedian and artist Mary Van Note. Or, you could stop by on Saturday and pick up one of her zines for yourself. While you're at it, check out her t-shirts and totes and edgy cross stitch too.
Look for her with UnderWing Designs and Hagar's Hairclips!

Beverly Travlos @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-18T23:19:00.000-07:00

Are you as excited as us that the weather is balmy and flowers are blossoming everywhere? Beverly Travlos' handmade jewelry looks perfect for Spring time! Find some earrings or a necklace for your next soiree!

Allie & Belle Designs @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-18T12:29:00.000-07:00

We'd both agree that hand writing notes and letters should never go out of style! E-mail is wonderful, but we think everyone should have that joy and magic that accompanies opening a handmade card. = )

We're happy to have Allie & Belle's adorable, chic line of stationery and cards at CRAFT HAPPY this weekend!

Check these out!

Blue Moon Designs @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-17T23:24:00.001-07:00

Light up your life (and strap on that utility belt) with some of the slightly odd and completely charming gear from Blue Moon Designs. Her light up / glow in the dark accessories will make you the bell of the midnight ball! Check out some of these lovelies:

LED flower clip

Super cute pocket belt

Devilish LED head band

Cherish @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-16T23:12:00.000-07:00

Looking for a stylish and streamlined way to display your pictures, notes and mementos? Cherish makes handmade fabric memory boards! With many different fabric choices, you're sure to find one that suits your taste. These would make excellent gifts.
Here's a sampling. . .

See more this Saturday at CRAFT HAPPY!

Cat Happy!

2010-03-16T22:38:00.000-07:00

I'm hard at work with my newest adventure, Lolocat Fabrics. Just finished a crocheted "Lolo", here he is with the real Lolo (aka Laurel).

Here is the real Lolo again - such a good model!

Hopefully I'll have some fabric and cards out on Saturday!

UnderWing Designs @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-16T13:10:00.000-07:00

Looking for something stylish to tote? UnderWing Designs will feature some lovely handbags, most made with vintage clothing!

Check out these, ready for Spring with their sweet florals and batik prints:

Catch UnderWing Designs at CRAFT HAPPY this Saturday!!

Yasmin Perez @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-16T12:52:00.000-07:00

Are you as awestruck as us? Jewelry designer Yasmin Perez's jellyfish are breathtaking pieces - she's managed to make metal look ethereal, floating and quite delicate. We're really looking forward to what she'll bring to CRAFT HAPPY!

The Curious Bee @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-15T22:36:00.000-07:00

Alongside Sylvia Min (see previous post) will be The Curious Bee! Shelby particularly likes the name, we wonder why :)
Jill Ringler's design concept embraces what we should all aspire to - look to what might otherwise be discarded and transform it into something new (and better!).
Here's some of her accessories:

Cross-stitch Umbrella pin

Child's apron, made from reclaimed fabrics

Coasters made with reclaimed fabrics

Sylvia Min @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-15T22:24:00.000-07:00

Designer Sylvia Min makes handmade, eco-friendly accessories for both you and your home. Watch for her selection of totes, pouches, pillows and brooches at CRAFT HAPPY this Saturday.

Sylvia's tote bags are made of organic cotton and feature unique hand-stitching and hand-painted detailing - no two are the same!

Woody Miller Art @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-15T22:03:00.000-07:00

Woody Miller's art has captured our hearts - his work is wonderfully imaginative and his use of color is exceptional. Any of his pieces would be a welcome addition to a child's room (or one's living room, really!). He also has some lovely little bird felt ornaments.

P.s. We're hoping Woody has some copies of the book he's just illustrated, "Meet the Howlers" at our show this Saturday. It looks fantastic! If not, check it out here. Order it through him and he'll sign a copy for you!

Luv Paws @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-15T21:51:00.000-07:00

We've been in luv with Luv Paws for a while now. Last year we bought an adorable camera bag that we've subsequently toted all over town (and as far away as Tokyo). The bag has held up beautifully, gotten lots of compliments, and puts a smile on our face whenever we see it. It's really hard not to smile at Luv Paws adorably cute selection of bags, wallets and accessories - all 100% hand-dyed cotton.

Check out a few of our faves:

Look What I Made @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-15T21:29:00.000-07:00

Each piece of Look What I Made's jewelry is proof that handmade is better, hands down! All of the copper, brass and metal pieces are hand cut with Look What I Made's own hydraulic press. There's also an inspired selection of vintage game piece jewelry.

So the next time you're thinking "Blerg, I have nothing to wear with this outfit!", think again! These quirky pieces would look great with everything.

Wusketeer @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-15T18:13:00.000-07:00

Wusketeer's pouches are practical, polished, and feature some geometrically stunning prints! We love the Zoe pouch (pictured above). Everyone needs a pencil case - we love the plastic ones from childhood, but isn't this far more stylish? These work really well with crochet hooks, too. :)
Also of interest - some very chic iphone/Blackberry pouches and Spring-ready clutches.

The Spun Monkey @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-14T22:22:00.000-07:00

Calling all knitters, crocheters, fiber artists, or those that simply love to drool over gorgeous, handspun yarn - make sure to visit The Spun Monkey at CRAFT HAPPY next Saturday!
Some of the Spun Monkey yarns feature falklands wool and rescued fibers - even recycled sari silk fibers! The results are amazing, and certainly one of a kind. Spun Monkey also has felt scarves.

Check out these inspirations:

Fifty Seven-Thirty Three @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-14T21:57:00.000-07:00

Looking for a local choice with enough edge to cut your finger? Look no further! Fifty Seven-Thirty Three's screen-printed clothing is made in East Oakland, using water based, solvent free inks. Don't just hear it from us, 896 Facebook fans dig this too.

Check out some of their designs:
Japanese Schoolgirl Flag Women's Hoodie

Rage is NOT Revolution Men's Tee

Bike Girl Women's Tee

Applesauce Designs @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-14T21:44:00.000-07:00

We first saw Applesauce Designs at the Renegade Craft Fair last December. Unique and quality children's clothes are hard to find, so we knew we had to have them at CRAFT HAPPY. Their designs are fresh yet classic, with absolutely charming hand-done details.

Here are some we're smitten with:

Cleo Ruffle Sleeve Coat

Carolina Satyr Party Dress
Chloe in the Sun 2 Piece

This Charming Candy @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-14T11:51:00.001-07:00

We're such suckers for This Charming Candy's lollipops! We're super excited to have handcrafted hard candies at CRAFT HAPPY next Saturday. This Charming Candy makes delectable lollies in all sorts of neat flavors - some we spotted are Pomegranate, Pistachio-Marshmallow, Teaberry, Tangerine Clove, Salted Caramel, and Honey-Jasmine. Hungry yet? We definitely are!
Check out some of This Charming Candy's creations:

CRAFT HAPPY - Less than one week to go!

2010-03-14T11:48:00.001-07:00

CRAFT HAPPY is only 6 days away! I am going to continue vendor spotlights between now and this Friday. Also stay tuned for a post on things to do in Niles (hopefully by mid-week). Really excited about next Saturday's show!

Satsumabug @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-13T23:30:00.000-08:00

Satsumabug makes a variety of inspired handbags, yoga totes, and eye pillows with recycled and vintage fabrics. An example - this adorable yet functional drawstring pouch. It's the kind of bag that you know you'd get compliments every time you use it!

Satsumabug will have some debut items at our show next week! Here's a sneak peek:

Binder dividers made out of antique maps

Tropical Rainstorm zip pouch

BTW, Lisa has informed us that her newsletter subscribers will get some insider deals at her table next Saturday! You can sign up here.

The Soap Nymph @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-13T18:31:00.000-08:00

We sought out The Soap Nymph for our show, having already been customers before - and loving all our purchases! Designer Gosia Gizycki has created a beautiful assortment of both sliced and shaped soaps, in tons of great scents - making it easy to spoil yourself (or others). Want a gift for your best friend? Easy. Gift for a kid? No problem! There's even a selection of man soaps!

Here are a few we love:

Blush, one of many sliced soaps available.

Fortune cookie soaps!

Cut with the Cake Knife @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-13T18:08:00.000-08:00

We're fawning all over Cut with the Cake Knife's dainty jewelry pieces! Designer Jennifer Avalos features a mix of cute, kawaii inspired rings and darling brooches and earrings. We can't wait to see what she'll have at our show!

Dorklandia @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-12T23:14:00.000-08:00

Designer Kayte Kelly's octopiary is headed for Craft Happy. Yes, octopiary! Dorklandia's quirky, lovable crocheted octopi are a sight to behold - even if you only have two arms to hold them with and not eight. Hmm, can you imagine how much crafting could get done with eight arms?

Here are some recent creations we're fond of:

Ok, this guy, Octocle - he is hilarious! He was a custom order :)

Please check more out for yourself on March 20th!

Simple Arts @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-12T23:03:00.000-08:00

I will be the gladdest thing
Under the sun!
I will touch a hundred flowers
And not pick one.
~Edna St. Vincent Millay, "Afternoon on a Hill"

You don't have to pick flowers - let them thrive in their natural surroundings! Instead, select one of Simple Arts lovely handmade flowers. Petals and leaves are sculpted out of crepe paper (and even coffee filters!) to create realistic yet playful posies for your coffee table or dresser.

Ticky Tacky @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-12T17:15:00.000-08:00

Doesn't that roll right off the tongue? We love how it alliterative it sounds!

Ticky Tacky uses found objects (buttons, sea glass, beads) to turn paper mache boxes into gorgeous little works of art. Each box is then coated with epoxy resin to make it strong enough to store your most precious treasures.

Here are a few samples:

Wouldn't these make fabulous graduation or mother's day gifts? You could pair a box with a cute jewelry surprise inside too!

Satin Corset @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-12T16:05:00.000-08:00

We saw Satin Corset's jewelry in Envy.Me Boutique in Niles (one of our sponsors) back before the holidays, and picked out an adorable pair of earrings as a Christmas present. There's just no way to beat buying local! We felt great about buying from a nearby artist, and knowing that we were supporting our local economy too (although the gift ended up making its way to North Carolina later, haha).

Described as sweet vintage chic, Satin Corset's jewelry designs exude that "je ne sais quoi" quality that makes them an elegant edition to any outfit. A few we're particularly fond of:

Check them out for yourself at CRAFT HAPPY on March 20th!

P.s. The gift was a great success!

Recover Your Thoughts @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-12T13:48:00.000-08:00

What happens to books that are no longer needed for the pages they keep? Are they banished from the book world, forever collecting dust? = (
Thankfully, not anymore! The concept behind Recover Your Thought's journals is simple, yet totally inspired. Take a book, breath new life into it by making it's cover (and sometimes a few pages, too) into a journal. For sentimentalists like us, it's the perfect way to remember a favorite, inspired, or just plain silly book. Here are some examples:

Melinda Mae @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-11T23:19:00.000-08:00

Melinda Mae's designs definitely live up to their description - "handbags for playful days and soulful nights". With fabrics that absolutely pop with their wonderfully graphic charm, it's way too difficult to pick just one! If you're anything like us (well, Shelby at least :), it's the handbag that ties an outfit together. Why be drab when you sport one of these?

Melinda Mae will have wristlets, clutches, small, medium and large bags at our show on March 20th!

Cimmerii @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-10T12:43:00.000-08:00

Cimmerii has mastered the art of the hand-crafted doll. One can easily tell that each of her creations is made with a loving attention to detail, beautiful color choices, and delightful materials. Her pieces are one-of-a-kind jewels! Not to mention eco-friendly. Here's a few we love:

Cute for a kid's room!

This pink kitty rocks her adorable heart tattoos!

Aren't these a hoot?

Swanky Swell @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-10T07:40:00.000-08:00

Sometimes fabric is just fabric, and other times (if you're lucky), fabric is art. Swanky Swell's collection of hand-screened fabric is absolutely gorgeous! Oh, and it's certified organic, 100% cotton. We could easily see these making a beautiful pillow cover or upholstered chair:

Etch Your Heart Out @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-09T22:28:00.000-08:00

Raise a glass to Etch Your Heart Out! Emily's unique etched designs range from the friendly to the fierce. She uses both her own glass and recycled/reclaimed materials as a palette for some amazing creations! Check out a few of our faves:

Of course we adore Audrey!

I may have shot the sheriff, but I invited the deputy over for a nice salad. . .

There's plenty more on her site, check it out!

Sugar Clay Cafe @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-09T16:40:00.001-08:00

We first met Jenny Smetana of Sugar Clay Cafe back at another craft show in Niles last November. I got an adorable doughnut necklace charm and was hooked! Her designs are whimsical and playful, and of course quite yummy looking - perfect for both the sweet loving girl or girl-at-heart.

Here's a few more mouth-watering choices (of course they're 100% fat free!):

Beyond Wonderland @ CRAFT HAPPY

2010-03-09T12:30:00.000-08:00

Craft Happy is pleased to welcome Beyond Wonderland to our show on March 20th! Designer Carolina Harris has done an outstanding job of hand-picking adorable, quirky fabrics for her hair accessories, earrings, pouches, and wallets (there's even more, please check it out!). A few items we love, courtesy Beyond Wonderland's website:

These cute deer button earrings would go wonderfully with a spring outfit!

What's not to love about the print on this wallet? It instantly makes us want to smile!

See you at CRAFT HAPPY!

Viva Craft Happy!

2010-03-09T08:14:00.000-08:00

As you may know, I am co-organizing CRAFT HAPPY indie craft showcase on March 20th in Niles. I am thrilled with the vendors we've lined up! Starting today, I plan on showcasing a few of our fine artists each day (in random order). Stay tuned and spread the word!
www.getcrafthappy.com

Happy Chinese New Year!

2010-02-14T22:22:00.001-08:00

I spent the weekend in L.A - more on that later. While I was home sick Thursday, I made this little new year cutie! Check out the free pattern . You'll need a user name and password to access the pattern. Happy crocheting!

Rainy Day Projects - Part Two

2010-01-31T20:20:00.000-08:00

[Prologue: We are trapped inside for a weekend by the weather gods and I decide to go all crafty]

Ok, so this project stinks!

I made this little guy from a needle-felting kit I got from superbuzzy.com. I have been ogling the site for months now and finally made a purchase (offline - haha) when I saw her at the Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco.

His name is Scherzo and he now lives atop my piano where he actively listens to all my students and judges them more harshly than I ever would.

As with other needle felt projects, the quest for perfection can lead to hours of work. Thankfully I have a good movie to watch in the background, so I didn't mind the three tries it took to get the legs to work. The eyes are blue seed beads.

Kiri, oh Kiri... This bunny seemed a good idea at the time - two years ago when I bought "The Cute Book" and began the cute work, cutting out the pieces, only to let them sit around unfinished until now!

She's made out of simple craft felt and embroidery floss. Kiri sits among my tea cup collection, away from the cats (a recent knit project - a mouse no less - got dragged to the edge of the litter box for safe keeping, grrr.)

Rainy Day Projects - Part One

2010-01-18T18:48:00.000-08:00

It's raining, it's pouring (and yes, Andrew snores).

The weatherman told me to stay inside this weekend, so I took it upon myself to get through a few craft projects.

Because of my teaching schedule, I rarely get the whole day to devote to crafty goodness.

So with the un-welcomed help of the cats, I tried to get through as many as I could.

Here are the results. I am pleased:

I used some scrap yarn for this Poppy project on the right - I can never find a good project to get ride of small bits of yarn and was pleased to find this one by Lesley Stanfield.

I like the richness of the Paton’s Classic Wool red. I think the green was Vanna’s Choice, and then the black I’m not sure. I fastened it onto a hair clip for a pre-Spring pick me up!

The purple Anemone was also a great use of some leftover yarn. I didn’t have any DK yarn, as the pattern suggested, but went ahead with worsted weight yarn and size 6 needles.

This made it pretty tight a few times, but everything turned out the way I wanted it. I plan on using it for a brooch/pin for a belt made out of a piece of velvet I found.

Both of these took almost no time. I made them while watching the animated film Spirited Away that I had never seen before. I'm planning my trip to Japan and I am super excited!

I wasn't the only one stuck inside all day and so Andrew tried his hand at needle felting again. He had done it before and told me he enjoyed it -- but darn it if he isn't rather good at it too!

He made these two hearts above and got them to stick together (just by needle felting them) and then I attached a pin backing to the whole thing. Super cute!

My Twinkle Knits Experience

2010-01-10T15:55:00.000-08:00

Well, now that I'm on Ravelry I have found a lot more knitting patterns to inspire me. I fell in love with the "Incredible Skirt" pattern from "Twinkle's Big City Knits". I then checked the book out of the library, perused, and decided to start with something a little easier - the "Evening Shell". I was disappointed to find so much errata (and vague instructions - not fun when you're not an experienced knitter). However, thanks to the advice of some other Ravelry members, this went smoothly overall. This was my first cabled project - not hard, just some getting used to. I used two skeins of Lion Brand Thick and Quick, making this quite affordable. I LOVED being able to finish something so quickly (I have way too many incomplete projects lying around), and I think the end result is pretty cute!

Here's to getting more projects done in 2010!

Holiday Card Shopping at Olive Hyde!

2009-12-02T13:33:00.001-08:00

Please stop by the Olive Hyde Art Guild's 27th Annual "Holiday for the Arts" show and sale this weekend - Saturday, December 5th and Sunday December 6th. The sale benefits the Olive Hyde Art Gallery and visual arts projects in the Fremont community and schools. Shop local and support a great cause!
I will be selling an assortment of my iris folded cards (including the robin featured here) and photography.

More information can be found at: http://www.olivehydeartguild.org/gala.html

Speaking of Black Cats. . .

2009-11-17T13:30:00.000-08:00

How about my two adorable kittens, Laurel & Hardy? Here are a few pics:

Kutusita Nyanko

2009-11-17T11:39:00.000-08:00

I bought some adorable Kutusita Nyanko stickers from KitKnitty (http://www.etsy.com/shop/KitKnitty) on Etsy recently. I think that San-X must have read my mind when they created a cute, black kitten that loves music and lives in Paris!

These are a few of my Favorite Things

2009-11-16T16:37:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I had an opportunity to go to San Francisco. It was a great trip, lots of food and craft adventures (those are the best kind, after all :).

Highlight of the day:

A fabulous “Sweet Wedding Almond” macaron at Paulette Macaron in Hayes Valley (http://www.paulettemacaronsf.com/). I have previously been to Pamplemousse in Redwood City (which is also quite good), but a girl can never have too many macarons! C’est parfait!

Some old favorites:

Lupicia Tea (www.lupiciausa.com). I have been going to Lupicia since random curiosity brought me into their Valley Fair location in July 2007. Their service is impeccable and their selection fantastic. At least one of the many cups of tea I have a day seems to be from Lupicia. Try their Sakurambo, Japanese cherry.

Kinokuniya Bookstore (and Stationery Store). My recent fascination with the San-X character Kutusita Nyanko led me immediately into the stationery store. I ended up with some really cute bunny stickers and a Kutusita Nyanko mini notepad. It was difficult not to leave with more.

While in the bookstore, I spent at least half an hour perusing the craft section. This is THE PLACE to go for inspiration. Not only do they have a large selection of Japanese language craft books, but they have a well-picked selection of English language craft books. It’s getting more and more difficult to find bookstores where you can tell the buyer knows their audience (I do miss Stacey’s). I really wanted to get a Japanese book of adorable knitted tunics, but settled for a volume of amigurumi patterns. My next goal is to try to figure out how to read knitting patterns in Japanese!

While you’re there, try a crepe from “Sophie’s Crepes”.

One disappointment:

Puripan, a cute little Korean tea shop that I visited twice in the last year, has closed their San Francisco location. I love their “Tea in a Jar” and am disappointed that they may be yet another casualty of the economic downturn.

New flickr page

2009-04-30T14:02:00.000-07:00

Greetings! Just wanted to share my new Flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35619715@N08/. This will be the home for future postings of vintage card finds. Here's a sample :).

Bee Hive Yourself in Public

2009-02-26T11:03:00.000-08:00

A bee hive hat I knitted with bee buttons attached. It is modified from the pattern found in "Stitch 'n' Bitch Nation". This gets a lot of compliments, and was a breeze to make! The only thing that I struggled with a little was my gauge - I used Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride Worsted in Sunburst Gold, and it knitted "taller" than the gauge listed in the pattern. The buttons I got at Joann Fabrics. :)

Mel the Bear

2009-02-23T08:59:00.001-08:00

By far the largest animal friend I've ever crocheted! This was made using a pattern from the Jan./Feb. 09 Crochet Today! Issue. I substituted Lion Brand Wool-Ease (in the color Mink) for the Red Heart Fiesta yarn.

Fluttering Butterfly

2009-02-23T08:53:00.000-08:00

That fluttering sound near my desk at work must be the latest addition to my crocheted collection. Here she is playing in the flowers outside.
She is adapted from a pattern in the Kyuuto! Amigurumi book (http://www.knitpicks.com/Kyuuto!+Amigurumi_BD31016.html). I changed the crochet hook to a size "F", and used sport and worsted weight yarns.

Giraffe for a friend

2009-02-23T08:46:00.000-08:00

This tall drink of water is a giraffe I crocheted for a friend at work.

Felted Hat

2009-02-23T08:27:00.001-08:00

I decided to felt a hat for myself.

Here it is being modeled by a friend. Ok, so it's just a tiny bit over-sized... Wait... What-do-ya mean there's more to it?

Tada! With a little swim in the washer and some shaping with a rubber band, it looks wonderful. The red rose is a felted pin I had done before. I think they play well together.

Happy Valentines Day!

2009-02-11T20:27:00.000-08:00

My gift to you, just in time for Valentine's Day - some cute vintage valentines that you can use for any of your own crafty ambitions. Perfect for decoupage or a last minute valentine!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/shelbyauer/sets/72157613635532423/

It's a Menagerie!

2008-11-03T07:18:00.000-08:00

Here's a group photo of some of my crocheted pals!
(from left to right: Daisy, Bunny, Ellie, Clementine, Virgil, Charlotte, Walter and Ernie)

Christmas Show in Hayward

2008-10-31T07:35:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, November 8, 2008 I will have a table at the Christmas Fair & Boutique hosted by Anne Van Tatenhove and Grace Lutheran Church on B Street in Hayward.

The event will be from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm.

Fun, food, prizes and free admission.

Hope to see you there.

Grace Lutheran Church
1836 B Street
Hayward, CA

Meet Clementine!

2008-10-21T07:30:00.000-07:00

Clem the cat usually hangs out on my pillow, but has made a special appearance on the blog today.

Thanks to those who visited me at the Craft Show

2008-10-18T17:00:00.000-07:00

A big thanks to all those who visited me at the Holy Spirit Craft Show this weekend. I had a lot of fun. Come back to this blog later for updated crafty posts and pictures from the show.

Unexpectedly good

2008-10-03T12:38:00.000-07:00

I picked up this notebook at Daiso and while obviously not my own design, I couldn't resist posting it here.

Support Artists Helping Animals!

2008-10-02T07:20:00.000-07:00

Please check out this inspirational article, from the Fremont Argus - "Crafters Sell Wares to Help Pets in Need"

Visit me at the Holy Spirit Arts & Crafts Show!

2008-09-30T20:00:00.000-07:00

I will be selling my cards and Scrabble tile pendants at the Holy Spirit Arts & Crafts Show on Saturday, October 18th and Sunday, October 19th.

Holy Spirit Arts & Crafts Show
3930 Parish Avenue, Fremont, CA 94536

Saturday, October 18th, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 19th, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Hope to see you there!!

Cards (Part Two)

2008-09-15T16:46:00.000-07:00

Even more cards for the Fremont, CA holiday show...

Cards (Part One)

2008-08-15T17:41:00.000-07:00

Finally! I'll be posting a selection of cards I am making for a holiday show in Fremont, CA.

Phineas the fish

2008-07-30T16:34:00.000-07:00

This is Phineas. I made him for the baby of a friend. I love the color on this one. I have this bad habit of making things for the children of friends, giving them away and missing them terribly. I usually end up making another for myself.

My Friend

2008-07-16T16:31:00.000-07:00

This is my friend :) I made him out of two gloves and added the pink bow because his neck looked too long. He is very soft and was simple to make.

Crocheted Hat

2008-07-02T12:34:00.000-07:00

A lovely little crocheted hat I made. I make a lot of hats in this style for my other project "Give-A-Knit" because they are easy, they use up old yarn and are warm. The rose is an added touch.

Welcome!

2008-06-18T15:00:00.000-07:00

Bee Mine Designs is the home of my crafty ambitions. I hope to keep you informed of upcoming sales, new ideas, and random fun stuff. Stay tuned for more!