Check out this great write up on Brides .com!
Check yes or no!!!!
Spring are you here for good?!!!!
Please say yes!!!!
New line of pendants and rings!
Please say yes!!!!
New line of pendants and rings!
She's done it again!
My friend Lynne just designed a new charm for StoryPeople!
I'm so proud!!!!
Here is the StoryPeople launch of Lynne's design...
"Introducing the new StoryPeople Charms! They're all handmade in the USA by Lynne Suprock (who made our limited-release holiday ornaments) & each comes with one of Brian's stories hand-stamped into the solid pewter. The silver clasps can hook onto your favorite necklace (or your childhood charm bracelet, or even a fancy key chain...) & they're available with an antique finish or in matte silver. The charms are $24 apiece, or for only $5 more you can include a brass ball chain with nickel that won't tarnish & measures 24 inches so you can cut it to the perfect length for you. Click on any of the story links below to see all the options available for that particular story & be sure to order by April 28th if you want to guarantee they'll arrive in time for Mother's Day!"
A Successful Transplant!
As I mentioned in my "Who's in Your Micro Economy" post last week, I started my garden. I have been eagerly and nervously awaiting the transplanting of my seedlings to the proper garden...
I can proudly say that I have successfully transplanted my first batch of spinach and lettuce!
As a novice gardener, I am always excited and bit surprised when things go well! Next up...cukes!
I can proudly say that I have successfully transplanted my first batch of spinach and lettuce!
As a novice gardener, I am always excited and bit surprised when things go well! Next up...cukes!
Fun with copper!
I have always had a tendency to hoard things that I think I can use someday. It's a trait I inherited from my father, which he developed from growing up on a farm in West Virginia. Finding ways of reusing things that most people would normally trash without a second thought, has become a favorite pastime! Currently I have been using copper scraps from deconstructed houses to make jewelry and housewares.
I typically get the copper from my husband , who is a restoration carpenter. The copper comes from old historic buildings, farms, and houses that are in disrepair. This particular piece was from the roof!
After coming up with a design or concept, I start cutting , sanding, etching and forging the piece until I think it's finished!
This eventually became a pendant that I gave to my sis in law!
I typically get the copper from my husband , who is a restoration carpenter. The copper comes from old historic buildings, farms, and houses that are in disrepair. This particular piece was from the roof!
After coming up with a design or concept, I start cutting , sanding, etching and forging the piece until I think it's finished!
This eventually became a pendant that I gave to my sis in law!
Large scale paintings...
Above paintings by Jennifer Wilfong
Do you have room for it?!
Take our poll!
Above painting by Allison Spain
Solstice Prints!
Prints of the painting Solstice are available!
Each print is poster size, unframed and fits in a standard 24x36 frame. The prints have a 2.5 inch white border, so you don't have to mat them!
Who's in Your Micro-Economy? #2
The beginning of spring and gardening season...my favorite part of the year! I love watching the seeds I plant grow, but, until they are edible, I have to get my veggies elsewhere!!!
So, in continuing with promoting and expanding Baltimore's micro economy...I have posted a list of the local farmers markets in our area.
Do you have a favorite farmers market?
A favorite vendor at the farmers market?
Did I forget a good one?!
Photos, stories, or advice you'd like to share? I'd love to post it here!!!
BALTIMORE CITY
Baltimore Farmers' Market
Downtown: Saratoga Street between Holliday and Gay Streets (under JFX Viaduct)
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. to Noon (or sell out) May 4 - December 21
Contact: Carole Simon 410-752-8632
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Harbor East FRESHFARM Market (New Market)
1000 Block of Lancaster Street (between South Exeter Street and Central Avenue)
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. June 14 - October 25
Contact: Janna Howley 202-362-8889
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Highlandtown Farmers' Market
3500 Block of Bank St. at the corner of Bank St. and S. Conkling St.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to Noon July 12 - October 25
Contact: Southeast CDC 410-342-3234
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Mt. Washington Whole Foods Market Farmers' Market
1330 Smith Avenue
Wednesday: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. June 18 - October 29
Contact: Molly Kushner 410-532-6700
Park Heights Community Farmers' Market
5201 Park Heights Avenue (Pimlico Race Course Parking Lot)
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. June 11 - December 17
Contact: PHCHA 410-542-8190
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
32nd Street/Waverly Farmers' Market
E. 32nd Street and Barclay Street
Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to Noon Open All Year*
Contact: Marc Rey 410-889-6388 or 410-917-1496
Web:www.32ndstreetmarket.org
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Village of Cross Keys Farmers' Market
Parking Lot - Village of Cross Keys
5100 Falls Road
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. June 3 - October 28
Contact: Beverly Burton 410-592-6095
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Bloomsbury Community Center (108 Bloomsbury Ave.)
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. May 7 - November 26
Contact: Catonsville Chamber of Commerce 410-744-4169
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Dundalk Village Farmers' Market
Shipping Place at Dunmanway (Park in back of Dundalk Post Office)
Saturday: 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 12 - November 15
Contact: Rev. David Erickson 410-282-2540
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Eastpoint Farmers' Market
Eastpoint Mall, 7839 Eastern Avenue
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. June 25 - October 29
Contact: Jerry E. Fisher 410-562-3464
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Farmers' Market at the Avenue
The Avenue at White Marsh
Parking lot behind Barnes and Noble
Fridays: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. July 11- October 31
Contact: Janelle Vane 410-931-0411
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Pikesville Farmers' Market
Walker Avenue (Near Pikesville Library)
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. June 24 - October 28
Contact: Nick Attias 410-484-2337
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Towson Farmers' Market
Allegheny Avenue (between York Rd. and Washington Ave.)
Thursday: 10:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. June 12 - November 20
Saturday Location: Parking Lot at corner of Allegheny and Washington Avenues (New Location)
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. June 14 - November 22
Contact: Nancy Hafford 410-825-1144
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Woodlawn Farmers' Market
Woodlawn Bowling Lanes - 6410 Security Boulevard
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. July 3 - September 25
Contact: Delores Douglas 410-409-9172 or Bill Obriecht 410-944-5239
WIC and Senior FMNP Checks Accepted
Thanks!
photo by Tamara Shea of Block Party Press
Thanks to those who stopped by during the Bridal Happy Hour...what a great event!
What's on the Menu?!
Click above image for a larger view!
What a delicious way to announce what's for dinner!
Who's in Your Micro-Economy? #1
In today's economy, we are constantly hearing about large corporations and their financial woes...poor babies...right?! It seems to me that if more money were spent on product development, instead of executive payoffs, they might not be having some of these issues!
Well, in reaction to this, many people are deciding to spend their hard earned dollars locally. (Three cheers!)
As a maker of things, I enjoy buying goods straight from the source. I love meeting the people and hearing the stories behind the products. It's also a great way to create community in this day and age.
That's why I decided to actively promote and develop my Micro-Economy!
Sharing who I buy from locally... with anyone who will listen!
Starting with.....
Spa Therapy Works
Jusarra Hurley of Spa Therapy Works makes the most luxurious bath and body products...
In Jusrarra's words...
"I'm dedicated to creating the finest artisan pampering products to maintain healthy and beautiful skin using only natural skin-loving, detergents-free ingredients with decadent scents and no harsh chemicals.
Spa Therapy Works artisanal soaps are made in small batches with vegetable oils specially selected for their skin nourishing qualities. They are blended to provide a pure, rich and emollient soap. We test all products on friends, family and ourselves. Never test on animals! :o)"
One whiff of Jusarra's goods will make you a life long client! Stop by her site for special announcements, sales and newest products!
Well, in reaction to this, many people are deciding to spend their hard earned dollars locally. (Three cheers!)
As a maker of things, I enjoy buying goods straight from the source. I love meeting the people and hearing the stories behind the products. It's also a great way to create community in this day and age.
That's why I decided to actively promote and develop my Micro-Economy!
Sharing who I buy from locally... with anyone who will listen!
Starting with.....
Spa Therapy Works
Jusarra Hurley of Spa Therapy Works makes the most luxurious bath and body products...
In Jusrarra's words...
"I'm dedicated to creating the finest artisan pampering products to maintain healthy and beautiful skin using only natural skin-loving, detergents-free ingredients with decadent scents and no harsh chemicals.
Spa Therapy Works artisanal soaps are made in small batches with vegetable oils specially selected for their skin nourishing qualities. They are blended to provide a pure, rich and emollient soap. We test all products on friends, family and ourselves. Never test on animals! :o)"
One whiff of Jusarra's goods will make you a life long client! Stop by her site for special announcements, sales and newest products!
This Thursday Nite...!
Stop by and see all of the great vendors participating tin this year's Bridal Happy Hour at the AVAM!
April 2
5:30pm to 7:30pm
Participating BEST artists: Block Party Press, Dandelion Blu Jewelry, Elisa Shere Jewelry, Jill Popowich Designs, The Broken Plate, TigerLilly Shop, Spa Therapy Works, Yummy & Co. Hope to see you there!
American Visionary Art Museum - 800 Key Highway - Baltimore, MD 21230 - (410) 244-1900
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