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Craft-tastic weekend ahead!

Posted on November 18, 2010 by admin

If you live in the central Vancouver Island area, you won’t want to miss the 22nd Annual Self-guided Christmas Tour, organized by the Cedar and Yellow Point Artisans’ Association. This year the tour features 27 different venues scattered throughout the … Continue reading →

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Holiday shopping event

Posted on November 3, 2010 by admin

Hi folks! November is here already and it may seem like it is too early to be thinking about Christmas, but in the world of handmade these last few weeks are hectic! I am working on custom orders for Christmas … Continue reading →

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2nd Annual Girls’ Night Out

Posted on October 26, 2010 by admin

The 2nd Annual Girls’ Night Out is a special event celebrating all kinds of local business women, from designers, photographers and craftspeople to those marketing culinary concoctions, children’s toys, clothing, chemical-free cleaning products and accessories. The event is taking place … Continue reading →

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Curved bottom sling bag

Posted on October 12, 2010 by admin

This is the new bag style I have been working on. I have made gussetted sling bags in the past, but was keen to work out a more streamlined version. This style is great for showcasing a favourite fabric and … Continue reading →

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Flounder costume tips post

Posted on October 9, 2010 by admin

Last year I made a Flounder costume for a baby and a few people have asked how I did it. I’ve put together a quick guide on what I did, over at The Winking Frog. It is not intended to … Continue reading →

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Hat fest

Posted on October 4, 2010 by admin

You may or may not know that I am rather fond of hats and will wear one at the slightest opportunity. Thanks to the wonderful Nicole Mallalieu in Melbourne, Australia, I am now able to make one of a kind … Continue reading →

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Nanaimo Christmas Shopping Events

Posted on September 27, 2010 by admin

I have been consistently busy with orders, behind the scenes tweaking of the website and planning what to make for the upcoming shopping events being held in Nanaimo this fall. Pip ‘n’ Milly Creations is participating in two events, which … Continue reading →

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Ready, set, go live!

Posted on September 20, 2010 by admin

Thanks for coming to visit the Pip ‘n’ Milly blog. I know it has been pretty quiet around here, but behind the scenes it has been all go! I have been slowly building the business, increasing my skills, products and … Continue reading →

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Latest work

Posted on August 28, 2010 by admin

This first photo is of the display unit, showcasing some of my recent work. There are a number of in-stock pieces, along with some custom orders awaiting collection or shipping, and some zippered pouches for a store which carries my … Continue reading →

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Function and fun in one

Posted on August 11, 2010 by admin

I was recently contacted by a lady overseas who wanted a bag made for her sister in eastern Canada, as a birthday gift. After much discussion I set to work making a bag which has, I think, fit the bill … Continue reading →

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