Category Archives: business

Knitting bag plans

One of my personal goals for this year is to learn how to knit. Properly. Not just basic knit and purl, but proper casting on, a variety of stitches, following a pattern and making something other than a scarf (of … Continue reading

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Latest custom orders

A belated happy new year to you all! After a lovely, peaceful family Christmas, everyone is content to get back into a normal routine. New year, new projects, new goals. It is going to be a great year! This first … Continue reading

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Get in the spirit!

The Oh my! Handmade Goodness giveaway is now in full swing! Jessika has put together two fantastic baskets of handmade loveliness showcasing the work of more than 30 artists and craftspeople from all around the world. One of the most … Continue reading

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Oh my! handmade goodness

Further to my last excited post about being included in the OMHG giveaway, here’s the link to a wee sneak peek (http://www.ohmyhandmade.com/2010/what-we-love/oh-my-handmade-holidays-giveaway-sneak-peek/). See if you can SPOT my submission in the images!

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Grab & Go Lunch Mats

I am very excited to reveal that my Grab & Go Lunch Mat is being included in a gift basket giveaway on Oh My! Handmade Goodness. OMHG put out a call for submissions and my handy little product was accepted … Continue reading

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Holiday shopping event

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

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

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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Hat fest

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

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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