Marketplace at Dragonfly - This Sunday in Orange

So, if you can pull yourself away from Vogue Knitting, you should make your way to the Marketplace at Dragonfly Shops and Gardens in Old Towne Orange.


Here's a few of the pieces I'll be bringing to welcome in the fall followed by the show info.

I'm also planning another make and take felted moustache table. Learn to needle felt your own mustache!

Vendors from all over Orange County will be selling their wares: 
Clothing, Vintage Handmade Jewelry, Hats, Bottle Cap Jewelry, Feather Extensions, Button Wraps, Fabric Flowers, Lighted Bottles, Decorative Cake Plates, Shell Art, Gourmet Cookies, Swarovski Crystal Accessories,
Holiday Decorations, Hair Accessories, Home Décor,
Children’s Fashions, Baby Clothing and Accessories, Candles,
Homemade Soaps, Wind chimes, Scarves, Tole Painting, Photography,
Mixed Media Artwork, Potted Succulents, Handmade Wooden Boxes,
Beautiful Butterfly Art, Yard Décor, more Jewerly,
Skin Care Products, Gourmet Food and much more!
Raffle Prizes-No Purchase Necessary

Dragonfly Shops and Gardens
260 North Glassell Street
Orange, CA 92866
714-289-4689
Dragonflyshopsandgardens.com

Here we Go! New Classes and another show!

After the fun we had at the shows last week, we are rockin and rollin! Several exciting bits of news...

1.  Molly Made will be participating in Patchwork Santa Ana this Sunday! Please check out the Facebook Event for updates and more details.


PATCHWORK SANTA ANA 
may 29th 2011
11-5pm 2202 north main street * santa ana * ca * 92706 
this event takes place on buffalo street @ main street & in the harvey’s parking lot in the middle of the street




2.  I discovered the sweetest little shop in Fullerton called Belly Sprout! And I'll be teaching a  Mommy and Me Felted Soap Making Class there on June 17th. Belly Sprout features organic eco friendly goodness for babies, toddlers and moms. And, they have the cutest Craft Show display ever!

This pic is from their website. I don't believe the stilt walkers were around when I saw them at Patchwork. But, they add a nice touch.

3.  Molly Made will be joining forces with The Orange County School of Domestic Arts!  This great group of crafters and cookers are here in the OC and ready to get domestic on you! There's so much to be gained by checking out this group.

Here's a few of their upcoming classes - I'm teaching the class on July 2nd : )

July 2nd - Noon
FELTED SOAP CLASS
GOOD FOR ALL AGES
Class is located in Orange
$20 plus $10 material fee
Email MollyMadeMe@gmail.com for reservations



Sunday, June 26, 2-4pm
DELICIOUS CHEESE GIFTS
This workshop will cover two different, totally homemade cheese projects you can produce with inexpensive, readily available items to treat your family and friends. Learn to make your own butter (no churn involved) and flavor it with herbs. Create a tasty goat milk chevre and marinate it in garlic-infused olive oil. You will be the life of the potluck when you say that you made your cheese from scratch, and everyone loves a cheese-y gift! 
Event cost: $55. Email info@occheesemaker.com for reservations.















Sun. June 26th, 11am, Sat. July 23rd, 11am & Sat. Aug. 13th, 11am
Homemade Beauty Basics, 
Learn how to keep your beauty regimen toxin-free in this DIY balms, scrubs, screens and soaks session. All students receive a pencil-tip facial and a tube of homemade lip balm.
Event Cost: $50

Craft Show Wrap Up

I participated in two great craft shows last weekend. The Art Craw Experience (ACE) in Anaheim and Patchwork in Long Beach. I had such a great time spreading the knowledge of felt making and getting a few kiddos on the spinning wheel! 

I was so happy with my new display grid. While it's not super quirky or eclectic... It is SO FUNCTIONAL! I love love love it. If you are in Orange County and looking for display pieces I highly recommend the Orange Pico Supply Store in Anaheim. 

Directions to Patchwork

Hi all -

There's weirdo construction on the way to Patchwork.  Here's directions for the show in Long Beach.
See you there!
Molly

directions to long beach patchwork...

we were informed that there is construction going on in long beach which has caused some street closures ie. 7th street - so here are some directions to help you all make it to the show. 

COMING FROM LA

take the 405 south to the studebaker exit

take a right at the studebaker exit

take studebaker until  it comes to westminister ave

take a right

once on westminister ave, get in the right lane

cross over pch and stay in the right lane marked for right exit only

take the exit ramp and get in your left lane

turn left onto appian

go thru 1 stop sign

continue up & over the bridge

you will see patchwork on your right

street/neighborhood parking availble


COMING FROM OC

take 405 north

exit at seal beach blvd

turn left onto seal beach blvd

get in the right hand lane

the first signal will be westminister ave

take a right on westminister ave

stay in your right lane on westminer ave

cross over pch and stay in the right lane marked for right exit only

(westminister ave turns into 2nd street)

take the exit ramp on the right and get in your left lane

turn left onto appian

go thru 1 stop sign

continue up & over the bridge

you will see patchwork on your right

street/neighborhood parking availble

Best Craft Show Ever!

I'm so excited about the upcoming Patchwork Show! Of all the shows I've been to and Participated... Patchwork is the BEST! I'm so excited.  I just have to make sure I remember I'm there to sell and not to shop!

Will you be there? Sunday the 15th in Long Beach? 

xo

mo

Debut of my new display racks, and some Knotted Goodness

I can hardly believe I am actually doing THREE SHOWS this week!

The first was a private Trunk Show at a beautiful home. I had never done a show like this before. It was a total blast! Very sweet vendors, and such nice customers! I was one of the few who sold handmade goods, so I was a little nervous at first.  It was quite a success!

I always learn so much at these shows.  Last night I learned that SPINNING DISPLAY RACKS ARE GREAT!   I just purchased two styles online from this site www.storesupply.com/.  Super affordable, and easy to assemble. I got a large free standing version, and a short table version.

ONE BIT OF ADVICE - I'd definitely bring a screwdriver with you to your show if you get a display rack like this.  I thought I had secured the stands before I left my house, and somehow a few screws came loose. Go figure.  I borrowed a screwdriver from the home owner, but I should have brought my own.

DO YOU USE DISPLAY RACKS AT YOUR SHOWS? DO YOU LIKE SEEING THEM WHEN YOU SHOP?

Last night was also the debut of a new piece.  My Knotted Goodness loose circle scarves make me so happy and I was so glad to know they have the same affect on others! Wrapping up in Yummy Yarn is basically heavenly to me.  Here's a few of the pieces I sold last night.

Happy Holiday Crafting and Shopping!

Back At It!

So much has happened in the past few months.  A cross country move, bridal shower, several new jobs, my first California craft show, a bachelorette weekend in wine country piles of house guests, and a wedding!     I've tried to blog about bits of this all... but a few weeks before our wedding... it all just because too much.

    We had a beyond amazing time at the wedding, and as soon as family left, we both went right back into work.   SO looking forward to our honeymoon in August. As things start to settle down, I'm hoping to post a few bits of joy and inspiration a week.

    For now... here's some pics from my most recent craft show.

I also hope to catch up on your blogs soon! 

Winter Blast

I met some great people today at Winter Blast, in Astoria. We hung in despite the crazy rain. Here's some pics from the day...

WINTER BLAST

Hi All!

Crazy Crazy busy right now - but wanted to let you know I'll be at a craft show tomorrow in

Astoria! I'll have LOADS of great pieces that would make fantastic gifty-poos! Here's the info -

WINTER BLAST HOLIDAY HANDMADE MARKETWhere: Cretan’s Association Banquet Hall, 32-33 32nd St between Broadway and 34th Ave; Astoria, Queens (astoriaevents@gmail.com)
When: Sunday, December 13, 10:30am–4:30pm
Why go: More than 40 crafters will hawk everything from soy candles and stationery to crocheted goods and clothes.
What to buy: Soap that Makes Scents pumpkin-scented body soufflé soap whip ($5.75); Lithos Du Monde handmade pink rock ring ($60); First Floor Down Productions Exodus h

oodi

e with ax blade and turkey feathers graphic ($75); and Kokalaki Jewelry’s sterling silver chain convertible necklace that can be worn as a lariat or a choker ($28).
Don’t miss: Bumpin’ beats courtesy of DJ Teddy Boom Boom, and cookies, cupcakes and brownies priced to move at $2–$4

and a few of my newest items -

Actor Crafts Success!

Loads of fun was had at Molly Made's latest craft show. It was a little slow at first, but ending up being quite a hit. I mean really, I would NOT have been there at 10am either if I wasn't working. Wish I had taken a pic of the table and my GORG new table cloth, but you'll have to wait til my next show Dec 13th, Winter Blast in Astoria!

Here's a few pics of happy customers!

Love the family pic! Susan is sporting a Molly Made Felted clip on the white knit hat made with love by her Mom!

Elliot is busy measuring the table using his official Molly Made tape measure!

Gorgeous Daryl Getman in her Gorgeous custom skoodie! This was made just her Daryl and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out! Daryl is a brilliant performer and photographer.

check out www.DarylGetman.com

Craig and I died when he tried on this skoodie! It looks like it was made just for him! Love it! Craig is super talented has been busy performing all over NYC - check him out here.

Um... this is clearly just me being goofy. I made a bunch of dino skoodies (I call it a Skoodosaurus)a few years ago and I really need to bring them back! This one is going to Craig's nephew! I love the wonky eyes!

There's lots happening with Molly Made. I'll keep you posted!

Cheers!

ActorCrafts Nov. 21st Craft Fair in NYC

I've been crafting like crazy! Custom orders have been rolling in, and I have a few new designs to share!!

I'm most excited about my new Skoodie (hooded scarf). It has a rounded hood like a hat, a really long scarf with giant tassels! It's crocheted with two yarns, one big fluffy stand , and one super shiny textured strand.

Come checkout this new Skoodie and my other bits of joy this Saturday at Actor Crafts at 332 W 43rd Street (between 8th and 9th) from 10am-6pm!

Cheers!

CRAFTS IN CHELSEA

Molly Made is making it's craft show Debut! CRAFTS IN CHELSEA Here's a quick look into all I've been working on...

I'd love to see you there!

Saturday October 17th

10-6pm

21st Street Between 8th and 9th