So I’ve begun working on the upcoming Men’s collection. This is will be my first time releasing a men’s line and I am very excited. And I have many male friends who are excited as well.
Here’s a sneak peek at the knitted ties.
Tags: fall preview, knit tie, mens
Here’s a little sneak peek at my experimental book cover for J.D. Salinger’s Franny and Zooey that I’m working on for portfolio.
Tags: experimental, franny and zooey, Graphic Design, in progress, j.d. salinger, portfolio, typography
I think in this day in age, we’re starting to see a serious decline in the print industry. it’s sad to say but, print is dying. with the invention of the internet and popularity of blogs, many people no longer feel the need to purchase magazines or continue their subscriptions.
Giant Robot has grown to become a cultural icon, with it’s long run publication and their gallery/stores across the country. Although the focus of their magazine was Asian/Asian American Pop Culture, the content of the magazine touched on a range of topics that could appeal to anyone regardless of your background. I remember hearing about them in high school and came to really adore them in my first year of college. I remember I, along with my friends, Nisa and Tiffany dreamed of one day creating and owning an establishment like Giant Robot. GR has had an influence on me and had a hand in making me the person I am today. They introduced me to Kozyndan‘s insane panaramics, Twinkie Chan‘s food scarves, and Barry McGee’s alterego Ray Fong. They had a huge influence in developing my love for art and design.
And now, they’re in trouble. We’ve already seen I.D. Magazine announce that they’re folding back in Dec. 2009. How many more extraordinary magazines must we see disappear? I really do no want to see GR go under in my lifetime.
Help them out with a donation! With your support, they can continue producing this amazing publication.
Tags: donate, giant robot, magazine, pop culture, print is not dead, support
Kevin’s been sewing some Kitty plushies that he wants to put on consignment at Flock Shop. So I’ve been making little accessories for them. Today, I made a bowtie for one and think it makes him look 10x cuter.
Alfie Unisex Cowl in Heather Grey
Today I did a massive shop update. And there’s still more items to list but I’m adding them in batches.
Go SHOP NOW to see what’s new.
Tags: handmade, shop update, shopping
Got my Neapolitan Cake Pouch from TwinkieChan today!
I received a lovely e-mail from Habit Chicago this morning to let me know that my Bow Beat Fingerless Mittens are selling really well. They also asked if I could send me more. In my mind, I was thinking YAY! That means there should be a check on its way to me. But that also means, I have tons of more work to do. =/
I’m currently working on inventory for Nucleus’ Co-Lab Craft Fair and also inventory to my etsy. I’ve been pretty behind because I’ve been pretty busy with school. I’m working on designing a special edition double box set of Belle & Sebastian’s If You’re Feeling Sinister and Camera Obscura’s Let’s Get Out of this Country.
Don’t forget, if you’re in the LA area December 13th is Nucleus’ 3rd Annual Co-Lab Craft Fair! I’ll be amongst many great vendors, so drop by and say Hi!
P.S. Your mittens are almost ready Cuppy!
So I’ve been a little behind on completely some consignment requests. Specifically, the batch of Bow Beat Fingerless Mittens I was supposed to send off to Habit 2 weeks ago. So I finally got a chance to catch up and finish up. Habit’s getting some new unreleased colors.
Also, the Marigold+Charcoal pair are currently on Habit’s What’s New page. These are exciting times. It’s good to see that things are finally going somewhere.
Don’t forget! Flock Shop is currently the only shop that carries my speech bubble pins and barrettes. They’ve been doing quite well. So well that I can hardly keep up with production.
I’m excited for this fall! I’m doing consignment with Flock Shop LA and Habit in Chicago. And I’m looking forward to creating a whole new line of accessories! I might also be retiring some old favorites too.
But in the mean time, here’s a peek of what’s to come.
Here are the Bow Beats Fingerless Mittens in Cactus + Coral
