DIY: Multiplicity Buttoned Crocheted Shawl with Free Pattern

DIY Multiplicity Buttoned Crocheted Shawl

The Multiplicity Buttoned Crocheted Shawl is a beautiful shawl I crocheted using a pattern from Esther over at Make My Day Creative. I used a rich red alpaca yarn that Donatello brought back from Colombia. The yarn came on a big cone, so I’m not exactly sure how much yarn I used, but the pattern […]

Canadian Design: Muizee

Little Fox, Muizee

My Japanese high school friend’s mom is a jewelry designer, and when they lived in Cambodia she had access to precious metals and precious stones. She used these supplies to make us some beautiful gifts one year, and I received a chunky, stylized, solid silver ring in the shape of a frog. The style of […]

DIY: Seaman’s Crocheted Hat and Free Pattern

Seaman's Crocheted Hat

I crocheted this grey, stretchy, ribbed wool hat for Ryan, and I lined it so it’ll be super warm because he has short hair and cold ears. I made it in dark grey 100% merino Filatura di Crosa Zara Melange wool. He is also a fan of the computer game Mass Effect, so I added a […]

Canadian Design: FoldIT Creations by Gavin Canning

Silver Orgami Leaf Necklace, FoldIT Creations by Gavin Canning

Tomiko and I first saw FoldIT Creations by Gavin Canning at the Annex Flea a few months ago and thought we had to share our discovery! Gavin Canning’s jewelry pieces are not only beautiful, but mind-blowing in their intricacy. The origami leaves, koi, dragonflies, hearts, and ‘paper’ airplane are gorgeous, but they don’t compare to the detailed cranes. […]

Beautiful and Functional Camera Bags

Beautiful and Functional Camera Bags

1. Abby Mint Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 2. Ava Green Bag by Cheeky Lime; 3. Betsy Mustard Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 4. Brooklyn Bag by ONA; 5. Chelsea Bag by ONA; 6. Siena Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 7. Georgia Nautical Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 8. Palma Bag by ONA; 9. Rose Coral Bag by Johansen Camera Bags; 10. Catalina Bag […]