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Fall and Back to School

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Fall and Back to School

Back to school is an exciting time for students and teachers. My products for autumn are popular gifts for students of all ages and teachers appreciate them more than an old fashioned apple!  Lunch bags are a new school year staple and I've perfected my design, based on a paper lunch bag. Grosgrain ribbon handles make them easy to carry while velcro keeps everything inside. Kids love the paper airplane design pencil case. Is the English teacher or writing major on Team Oxford Comma? Inspired by a custom request, this remains a popular product.              ...

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Montclair Make Music Day 2017

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Montclair Make Music Day 2017

This is the 4th year Montclair has participated in Make Music Day, a global celebration of free music that happens annually on June 21st, the summer solstice. Make Music Day is open to anyone who wants to participate no matter what their skill level. Venues all around Montclair will host performances at different times all day and into the evening. The day will kickoff with a Ukulele Parade and Mass Appeal, when people come together and learn the chosen song, "Somewhere Over the Rainbow", on ukulele and play in unison, attracting on-lookers and encouraging people to join the short walk,...

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ICYMI: Le Petit Night Market

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ICYMI: Le Petit Night Market

The first Night Market on Glenridge Ave. was a festive and fun-filled event! I vended alongside familiar friends and networked with other local business people and artists, finding inspiration in our conversations, and renewed energy for on-going projects. Here are some photos from the sunny start to the full moon ending, live music and laughter all around. 

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Upcoming in June - Le Petit Night Market and Montclair Sidewalk Sale

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Upcoming in June - Le Petit Night Market and Montclair Sidewalk Sale

June is shaping up to be a trio of celebrations right in my own neighborhood and I couldn't be happier about that! The vibrant Montclair downtown where I live is a destination for so many looking for a night out, indie movies, eclectic fare, live music, contemporary performances, world class art exhibits, and local shopping.  Le Petit Night Market, located on the south side of Glenridge Avenue at Bloomfield Avenue, promises to be an intimate gathering of local vendors and music, right in the center of the downtown action. Running 3 consecutive Friday nights in June, I will be participating in...

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Montclair Made Out and About

Montclair Made Out and About

My recent run of craft shows and events have been fun! It's always nice to get out and meet with my customers, see old friends, and inspire people to find the perfect gift for others or themselves. If you follow my Facebook business page or have read my previous blog posts here, you may be familiar with my excitement for these events, and the hard work I put into making each one as successful as possible. Here are some pictures of my display at the last few shows I participated in.  Here's a shot of my display at the STEMfest...

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