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You Too Can Make Furniture!

We have been putting the finishing touches on the interior of our never-ending remodel that is our little house in East Austin.  It is pretty exciting to be beyond the hard but less aesthetically rewarding work {like insulation, hanging sheetrock, central heat & air, and new windows}, and moving into...
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Little Paper Planes Roundup

I am a huge fan of Little Paper Planes– my Louis Reith prints are some of my favorite pieces of art in the house.  Now that Lacey Richter’s works are coming down at Schatzelein, I was once again on the hunt for some art to frame and decorate the wall...
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Thank You Brooklyn!

What a weekend!  Jessica and I trekked up to Brooklyn last Friday for the Renegade Handmade Festival.  It was my first time doing the festival, and my first time getting to know Williamsburg a little better.  After stowing our stuff at our Airbnb, we just started walking.  Our first stop...
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Brooklyn Bound!

Yep, that’s right!  We are packing up and heading to Brooklyn for the Renegade Handmade Festival this Saturday June 23rd and Sunday June 24th in East River State Park on the Williamsburg Waterfront!  It is our first time checking out the Brooklyn Renegade and I am sure it wont disappoint. ...
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Take Me There {Morocco}

I have had Morocco on the brain recently, mostly thanks to the Moroccan themed posts coming into my inbox via Remodelista {this one included!}.  My man and I have been talking about planning a trip to Spain and incorporating a jump across to Morocco and this amazing guest villa, Dar...
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Tribal Flats!

I was dropping off a donation for the Pies & Pigs benefit at HOPE Farmers Market last weekend when I ran by a booth selling amazing hand embroidered flats.  1 week later, I was back with my mom picking out a pair for my birthday!  Not only are they perfect...
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New in the Shop {Metalepsis}

I just had to show you the latest addition in the shop and online, the Metalepsis Project! The Metalepsis Project is inspired by mid-century Scandinavian sensibilities in combining linear and curved geometries, and by the art and methodology of Sol Lewitt.  Often Lewitt’s works [such as DRAWING SERIES I, II,...
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Macrame-me

I was instantly struck by the macrame from Jessie Willow Tucker featured in today’s email from EditionX.  Something about the scale and color that just felt so fresh and light. Yes, macrame is making a bit of a comeback, mostly in planter form but also as decorative wall art, and...
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Deco Collar Necklace {DIY}

I was challenged this week when trying to come up with a jewelry DIY as a guest post for the lovely Austin blog, If I Must Say So.  Instead of trying to find common yet interesting materials and incorporate them into a design that was worthy of being associated with...
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Wiksten s/s12

I was perusing Miss Moss today when I found a preview of the new Wiksten s/s12 collection and wanted to share.   Wiksten is a small quantity line, with designer Jenny Gordy designing and making each garment by hand in her Iowa City studio.  Jenny’s aesthetic is simple, utilitarian, and definitely...
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Custom Stationery {DIY}

I went into my stationery drawer this morning to grab a thank you card and rediscovered some wonderful cards that Jessica made for me a few years back.  These little customized note cards are so easy its silly that I haven’t made more and shared the love.  With a modern...
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Old Becomes New

Wow!  Last week was a bit crazy with both WEST and Renegade Austin, but with the help of my new assistant extraordinaire, Sara, we conquered it!  It took a little time to get the shop and the studio back in order but now I am feeling ready to tackle new...
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Renegade Austin

If you didnt get our email blast, then this is news to you!  We are trekking across Barton Springs Rd this weekend and setting up shop at the Renegade Handmade Festival.  We will be showcasing our new S12 collection and some fantastic one-of-a-kinds, and everyone’s favorite classics!  We’ll be sharing...
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WEST & Haley Lebeuf

The first annual WEST Austin Studio Tour is upon us this weekend and fail Studios is participating as an official stop {stop #025}!  WEST,  the sister tour to the popular EAST held every fall in East Austin, is a self guided trek through Austin’s extraordinary creative culture.  Artists open their...
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We are making jewelry now…

Natalie forwarded me this sketch last night and I just had to share!  I recently started watching Portlandia on watch instantly and of course, I love it!  Honestly, the show could be called Austinia {yeah, it doesnt work as well} and it would be just as appropriate! Even though someone...
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Girls Guild

I wanted to tell you all about a pretty amazing project under way here in Austin.  Girls Guild is the brain child of Cheyenne Weaver and Diana Griffin.  Their goal is to create a community for artists, designers and craftswomen to teach their skills, or to find help producing their...