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Category Archives: Christmas
Three cheers
Another year is winding down has wound down and I’ve put all other hand-occupying things aside to try to put together a post to fill in a LONG, quiet period! What to say? Well, I might just work backwards this … Continue reading
Posted in business, Christmas, family life, knitting
Tagged knitting, sewing, spinning, surgery
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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
Posted in business, Christmas, giveaway, Grab & Go Lunch Mat, showcase
Tagged giveaway, Grab & Go Lunch Mat, handmade, OMHG
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Winter in Nanaimo
The snow is hanging around and the forecast is promising more will come tonight. Yippee! I am embracing the season, especially now that I have a warm pair of boots! The children are thoroughly enjoying the snow and hoping it … Continue reading
Craft-tastic weekend ahead!
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
Posted in Christmas, showcase
Tagged artisans, Christmas, craft fairs, gift market, Vancouver Island
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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
Posted in business, Christmas, showcase
Tagged 6th November, Christmas shopping event, handmade, Nanaimo
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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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Merry Christmas!
A very quick note to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy 2010! Thank you for stopping by over the year. I hope there will be many more posts in the year ahead.
Market update
Apologies, again, for not writing more often. I have been very focused on sewing lately and not had much opportunity to use the computer. I have also been in substantial pain with my back and leg, so have had to … Continue reading
Posted in business, Christmas
Tagged EllaBella Christmas Market, Pip 'n' Milly Creations
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One more sleep
Just one more sleep until the big day – the EllaBella Designs’ 1st Annual Christmas Market. This will be my first market and I have been sewing every night to make enough to fill a table. Normally I make items … Continue reading
Posted in business, Christmas
Tagged aprons, Christmas Market, crayon rolls, EllaBella Design Studio, Grab 'n' Go Placemats, handbags, Nanaimo, tutus
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Save the date
I know that Halloween is just around the corner and many people will be focused on that, but Christmas is also fast approaching and now is the time to start thinking about gift ideas for your friends and family. Over … Continue reading