Some girls hula-hooping to the music.
Sean and Jeff playing hackey sack.
Vendors selling handmade goods. 
The world's cutest dog (or one of them at least!)
More hula-hooping.It was a delightful time!
Friday, June 11, 2010
Berkeley World Music Festival
As promised, here are some pictures from the Berkeley World Music Festival. All of these were taken at the infamous People's Park in Berkeley.
Some girls hula-hooping to the music.
Sean and Jeff playing hackey sack.
Vendors selling handmade goods.
The world's cutest dog (or one of them at least!)
More hula-hooping.
It was a delightful time!
Some girls hula-hooping to the music.Sean and Jeff playing hackey sack.Vendors selling handmade goods. The world's cutest dog (or one of them at least!)More hula-hooping.It was a delightful time!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Kjoo Fiber Jewelry
For this week's Etsy feature I thought I'd share another jewelry artist with you. There are so many stunning jewelry shops on Etsy, such a huge array of styles to choose from. I've always loved fiber jewelry, and recently discovered Kjoo on Etsy, via Portugal! Maria João Ribeiro designs and makes all of these lovely creations.
leather and cotton cuff$135.00
Check out her shop for more colorful, ready-for-summer jewelry!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Rustic Copper and Brass
Wednesday item of the week in my Etsy Shop!
~hand-forged brass and copper earrings~
inspiration: rusty tools, birdcages, coils of wire
I've hand-forged these earrings from brass and copper wires, and hand-textured them to achieve a rough-hewn, old look. These earrings hang approx. 4 inches long but are very light. Attached to brass ear-wires.
Enter the code "tangleweeds blog" in the message section of your Etsy receipt to receive 30% off these rustic,hand-forged copper and brass earrings. Discount applies to this item only, from now until June 15th, 2010.
~hand-forged brass and copper earrings~
inspiration: rusty tools, birdcages, coils of wire
I've hand-forged these earrings from brass and copper wires, and hand-textured them to achieve a rough-hewn, old look. These earrings hang approx. 4 inches long but are very light. Attached to brass ear-wires.
Enter the code "tangleweeds blog" in the message section of your Etsy receipt to receive 30% off these rustic,hand-forged copper and brass earrings. Discount applies to this item only, from now until June 15th, 2010.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Fairs and Sunshine
There sure was a lot of both of these all weekend for me! On Saturday my boyfriend and his son and I went to the Berkeley World Music Festival. We had a great time, even the semi-reluctant 10 year-old who was convinced he would not have a good time. He made pretty good friends with the gentleman selling chainmail armor, jewelry and hand-crafted "weapons" made out of foam and pvc pipe. He went home with one new "axe." I'll have some pictures from that fair tomorrow!
Yesterday was the Temescal Street Fair. It was a big hit! I think the one BIG thing I would have done differently was water supply! I would have packed a DOZEN water bottles. While it wasn't that hot yesterday it was hot enough to warrant constant water consumption.
I thought I'd share some of the photos from my booth. I wish I had taken some photos of neighboring booths. Something to remember for next time!
Thanks to all who dropped by to say hi! It was a great day, full of great music and friends. I also met some new lovely folk as well. If you missed this one, you can catch me at the next Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco on July 31st and August 1st.
Yesterday was the Temescal Street Fair. It was a big hit! I think the one BIG thing I would have done differently was water supply! I would have packed a DOZEN water bottles. While it wasn't that hot yesterday it was hot enough to warrant constant water consumption.
I thought I'd share some of the photos from my booth. I wish I had taken some photos of neighboring booths. Something to remember for next time!
Thanks to all who dropped by to say hi! It was a great day, full of great music and friends. I also met some new lovely folk as well. If you missed this one, you can catch me at the next Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco on July 31st and August 1st.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Scarlett - Handmade Gemstone Jewelry
Today's feature is a jewelry shop I just recently stumbled upon. I was instantly mesmerized by her intricate wirework and luscious choices of gemstones and color. Gorgeous work!
All of her jewelry is handmade from sterling silver and 14k gold filled metals, and genuine gemstones. She specializes in detailed wire wrapping techniques, and custom designs.
Stop be her Etsy shop, and find her on Facebook, here. I'm sure, you too will be entranced by her mystical, lavish jewelry.
All of her jewelry is handmade from sterling silver and 14k gold filled metals, and genuine gemstones. She specializes in detailed wire wrapping techniques, and custom designs.
Stop be her Etsy shop, and find her on Facebook, here. I'm sure, you too will be entranced by her mystical, lavish jewelry.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Bright Sky Blue
Wednesday item of the week in my Etsy Shop! Today I bring you a new design, a spin-off of an old design. These earrings are a bit rustic, a bit earthy, but still feminine.
~hand-forged copper earrings with lapis stones~
inspiration: clear blue skies, on a warm sunny day, beachside!
Enter the code "tangleweeds blog" in the message section of your Etsy receipt to receive 30% off these hand-forged copper earrings. Discount applies to this item only, from now until June 8th, 2010.
~hand-forged copper earrings with lapis stones~
inspiration: clear blue skies, on a warm sunny day, beachside!
Enter the code "tangleweeds blog" in the message section of your Etsy receipt to receive 30% off these hand-forged copper earrings. Discount applies to this item only, from now until June 8th, 2010.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Long Weekend
A long weekend it was, for most people at least! I worked most of the weekend at the coffee shop, but I did manage to fit in some time for fun and good food and time with the people I love.
My boyfriend and I almost always go to Jupiter, in Berkeley on Sunday nights. Not only do they have great beer and pizza, but they also have free, live bluegrass music. I looooove bluegrass music. It might sound a bit cheesy, but for me, hearing bluegrass feels a little like finding home.
Jewelry work was a bit neglected the last few days, I must say. I'm looking forward to a good, solid four days of dedicated work time. I'm still getting ready for the Temescal Street Fair too. Hope to see those of you who are local there!
My boyfriend and I almost always go to Jupiter, in Berkeley on Sunday nights. Not only do they have great beer and pizza, but they also have free, live bluegrass music. I looooove bluegrass music. It might sound a bit cheesy, but for me, hearing bluegrass feels a little like finding home.
Jewelry work was a bit neglected the last few days, I must say. I'm looking forward to a good, solid four days of dedicated work time. I'm still getting ready for the Temescal Street Fair too. Hope to see those of you who are local there!
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