Made by Mavis

As summer draws to a close, I feel like I need to hoard remnants of this season. These lovely little terrariums from Ana (or Mavis if you prefer) of Made by Mavis are just the thing to ease the transition into colder months. Plus, I might actually be able to keep them alive since they only need to be watered every two to three weeks.

Irene Suchocki

The Swing Set
"The Swing Set"

An amazing photographer out of Montreal, Irene Suchocki creates “little poems for the eyes.” Her photographs have such a beautiful atmosphere, she can turn the simplest flower into an amazing thing. She’s been featured in all kinds of publications, yet her work is still reasonably priced — check it out here.

"What we feel most has no name"

Congratulations, Irene on being the Featured Seller on Etsy today! You can read her interview here.

Happy Holidays!

I know it’s only September, but I’ve got my first round of holiday greeting cards finished! To celebrate being ahead of the game, I’m offering 10% off all orders placed through email before October 1st. Standard pricing is available here (cards range from $2 to $3 each with shipping another $3-$10 depending on where you live), or just email me for pricing on the quantities you want (I’m happy to split card sets for you). Enjoy!

Little Sapling Toys

Several months ago, I started doing some graphic design work for a company out of Eureka, CA called Little Sapling Toys. Nick and Kimber are a husband and wife team who create beautiful rattles, teething rings and toys for toddlers. All of their work is made from reclaimed or FSC Certified hardwood that has been shaped, sanded super smooth and some are finished with beeswax. If I had kids I would rather they chew on that than plastic or something covered in polyurethane. Their work is absolutely beautiful — works of art. Plus (WARNING: shameless self-promotion) they have a great logo! You can learn more about the company here, purchase their work here, and learn more about their family here.

Maple/Khaya wood rattle with curvy handle
Maple/Khaya wood rattle with curvy handle
Maple/Walnut wood stacking toy
Maple/Walnut wood stacking toy