Sylvia Min @ CRAFT HAPPY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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.