Friday, October 28, 2011

Baby, It's Cold Outside

Autumn - I love it! Crisp, cool air, crackling leaves. The excuse to bundle up in a cozy sweater, and nestle on the couch with a good book. It doesn't happen often, but when it does, it's divine.
fair isle painting by squidwhaledesigns

butterfly mug by my friend, Shawna of pinkkiss pottery

bartlett teapot by clamlab

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

This Weekend: Monster Craft Mash

The trickin' and treatin' begins on Monday, and that frees up the whole weekend to shop for treats of the crafty sort. So why not head down to Dupont Circle in the District, for the DC Craft Mafia's Monster Craft Mash. Held in the parking lot at St. Lukes Episcopal Church, over 40 talented crafters will be featured.

Sugar Paperie & Found Studios will be there, as well as local favorites like NAMOO, Jill Popowich Designs in Metal, Yummy & Company, Design by Night, among others. So come on down - we'd love to see you!

Sunday, October 9, 2011

For the Home: Swinging Basket Chair

Something in me stirs a little when I think of the early 1970's. Avocado green kitchen appliances, shag carpeting, and a floaty basket chair. My mom had one of these when I was a kid. I have fond memories of reading by the window, nestled into my floaty chair.
Rattan Hanging Chair #1
number 2
number 3

I'd love to add one of these to our den, aka reading room. Cozy and boho-chic. Which one do you like best?

Friday, October 7, 2011

Weekend in the Studio - Hooray!

This week, my adventurous husband has tapped into his inner Hemingway character. While he is spending 5 days traveling solo down the Chesapeake Bay, I will be relishing in my solitude, working in the studio (and to be quite honest, making a mess of the entire house). I go wild when he leaves for a few days. Any clear tabletop falls victim to my craftiness. The glitter comes out, ribbons come unwound, and I get super productive.
This weekend it's just me and my music, coffee, and binders filled with inspiration. My plan includes creating some mini art pieces for the holiday show season. I'm bursting with ideas and excitement. I hope to have some new work to share soon. Stay tuned!

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Collections: Eva Zeisel Pottery

At the age of 105 (that's right!), designer and potter Eva Zeisel is still rockin' it. Zeisel began her career as a mid-century potter who designed everyday dishware for companies such as Hall, Sears, and Red Wing China to name just a few. These days, she keeps ever so busy collaborating with young companies like Klein Reid and Design Within Reach.
This little teapot started it all. I bought this in my teens at the Shipshewana Fleamarket for a mere $14. Drew and I scored a place setting for 12 at Home Anthology and it became a wedding gift from my mom.
Ebay has helped me with the rest of my collection.

I scored a pair of these Schmoo shakers from a little thrift shop in my hometown. While crazed and perfectly imperfect, they cost me 50 cents. A collector's dream!
While her pottery is highly collectible, Crate and Barrel has re-issued her 1952 Classic Century line, making beautiful design available to the masses.

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Don't forget to apply..to Holiday Heap that is!

Perhaps Baltimore's hippest holiday show, and the Charm City Craft Mafia wants you to apply!
APPLY NOW! Applications are due October 8th at midnight! Best of luck! oxo

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Trend Watch: Chevrons!

super cool diy project by thebabyblackbird.com

classic chic invitations by Richie Designs
salad plate by Young Alexander

gouache painting by Squid Whale Designs

Monday, October 3, 2011

Sugar Paperie's Off to St. Louis



Back in July I set out to do my first trade show, Buyers Market of American Craft, with a few pals from Baltimore Craft. Held in Baltimore, it seemed foolish not to take the leap into more widespread wholesale opportunities. The past few weeks, I've been busy shipping out orders made during the market.



A box of storybook cards is headed off to Craft Alliance in St. Louis. Now Sugar Paperie cards can also be found at Smyle Store in East Greenwich, Rhode Island & 925 Silver Store in Baltimore. As always, you can pick them up locally at Trohv, Woman's Industrial Exchange, Greenberries and ArtSpring. Hooray!