I know it seems like I’ve fallen off the face the earth, but really I’ve just fallen very deeply into a project vortex. There’s lots to be done before WonderCon next weekend, and by far the largest undertaking (literally) is a seven-foot-tall version of Mitch the Monster for Neon Monster’s booth. Since I’ve never built anything of this scale before, I’ve had a few setbacks, mostly material-related. The structural engineering of an 18” stuffed animal is VERY different from that of a larger-than-human-sized display…. Read more »
3.28.2010
You may have also noticed a conspicuous lack of business-y articles on here lately — but NOT because I haven’t been writing them. On the contrary, I have been working super hard on some of my best articles ever, as the newest Biz Lady contributor to design*sponge! My first Biz Lady article, all about accepting credit cards, runs Tuesday (2/16). Another big article all about pricing will run the week of the 22nd. I’m honored to join the team. The Biz Ladies put together some of the clearest and most thorough small business … Read more »
Time to apply for the Bazaar Bizarre Maker Faire 2010! Now accepting applications through March 16th 2010.
Maker Faire is a two-day, family-friendly event that celebrates the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) mindset. It’s for creative, resourceful people of all ages and backgrounds who like to tinker and love to make things. From a vendor standpoint, this fair is AMAZING. I make more sales at the Maker Faire than at any other fair ever. Period. Also, on load-in day there’s free dinner and … Read more »
I know I didn’t post a separate thing for yesterday but that’s because I spent both days this weekend (and many others beforehand) finishing up my Yoka bear for the DKE traveling Custom Yoka show. I made new things for it each day, so I think it still falls within the bounds of my commitment. If you’ll recall, my initial string-art-turned-embroidery idea didn’t quite work out because the toy was too small to puncture or sew, so I sketched up a feathered griffin idea instead:
2.02.2010
This one’s got a really quick turnaround, so be sure to act quickly if you want to participate. I for one am thrilled to have the chance to beef up my mid-winter income, which is typically kind of a slow season for me.
Here’s the info:
Artist Village Volume 2: Valentine’s Day
Saturday February 13, 2010 from 12pm-8pm
Vendor Applications Now Being Accepted
Continuing … Read more »
1.28.2010
Last week A. and I got back from our week-long Caribbean Cruise with Sweet Travel. It wasn’t the ideal trip since both of us had to work, but it was still a lot of fun and we hung out with four of the most amazing women you’ll ever meet. Also, the comedy shows were really great — Erin Foley and Sandra Valls were my favorites.
I mostly worked on my sticker mandalas while we were on the boat. I didn’t have time to make all my own stickers, so I just … Read more »
11.23.2009