Ornament Swap 2009

Here are my ornaments for the ornament swap I took part in! I sent off 10 ornaments to different people around the world and I receive 10!

The Paper Dress

I part of the planning team for Hope in the City Fashion Show and I did some research on dresses made out of paper for some ideas for the Fashion Show. The first dress is from Papier Couture, the next dress is made out of a phone book, third is from newspaper, isn't this just amazing. The last image was my favorite dress from the newspaper challenge on this season's project runway.

Craft Riot

I participated in Craft Riot on Saturday in West Hollywood. I put more effort into my display this time and was really pleased with how my table looked. The craft fair wasn't has profitable as Patchwork in Long Beach but it was fun!

Patchwork Indie Arts and Crafts Festival Part 2

I had a very successful day down in Long Beach on Sunday. Here are a couple of photos from the event. It was great getting to know my two neighbors Monica from Momo Fuchi and Paige from Hammer Stitch Burn.

Patchwork Indie Arts and Crafts Festival

Come and see me at Patchwork Indie Arts & Crafts Festival in Long Beach. Sunday November 29th 11- 5pm. More details here.

DIY Gift making Class - West LA

The Holidays are fast apporaching and I hope this year to support all things handmade! I encourage you to buy handmade and make your own gifts this year. Everyone loves to receive something original and handmade so I am teaching a DIY Holiday Gift Class.

It will take place in Westwood Los Angeles

December 12th from 10am until 1pm.

$40 for the class (this includes enough materials to make at least 2 gifts and complete instructions and tutorial).

The class has a fun relaxed atmosphere where you get to meet new people and share ideas and inspiration-please feel free to invite your friends.

RSVP to corriesullivan@gmail.com to reserve your spot-$20 deposit needed in advance to secure your spot (paypal: corriesullivan@o2.ie or check).

You will learn how to make 3 different gifts. Make one gift of your choice during the class and take home materials to make the other gifts at home. See photos of gift ideas.

Holiday Classes

New Etsy updates

I've just updated my etsy store. Cleaned up some of my photos and added some new items. Hoping to do some good selling over the Holidays. I'm also trying to buy more handmade items for my friends and family this year. Really think there is nothing better than buying handmade goods and supporting local crafters. Pledge to buy more handmade items this year and go here to find out more/

Holiday Ornament Swap '09

I've just signed up to do the Holiday Ornament Swap again! I really enjoyed doing last year especially receiving all my ornaments in the post. Here is a photo of the star ornaments I made for last years swap.

Holiday Inspiration

Ok so its only November but as a crafter I have to start getting Holiday inspiration early so I can start designing some ideas.
I came across some of these letterpress cards and just had to share them with you. You can find them all here. I especially love the cupcake one!

Pumpkins

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Its pumpkin crazy here at the moment. I must admit we are not that crazy about pumpkins in Ireland so it was my first time to a pumpkin patch. It was fun! We went to Mr. Bones in West Hollywood and was surprised to see paparazzi at the entrance. We did however see Amy Adams while we were there!
Our good friends Jordan and Morgan Owen showed use how to crave pumpkins and we came up with 3 wonderful designs!

Rosettes

Here are a few new pieces I've been working on. I'm hoping to do a few craft fairs so I've been busy making different pieces. I"ve also been making some Christmas gifts. Its so fun just playing with scraps and buttons and enjoying color. ˚

Petty Crux set design

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My friend Jason is in this band called Petty Crux and they asked me to help them out doing some set design for there live performances. I made 2 amp covers and backdrop on the piano of clouds and rain. They have an amazing website and I took inspiration from it. They recently played a gig in Dakota lounge in Santa Monica and I think they set design was effective.

Culver City daytrip

This weeks daytrip with Kathlene and Tegan was to Culver City. We went to Royal T and were so surprised at how amazing and cool this place was. We got there in time to enjoy the Dine LA lunch special - delicious. The gift shop and gallery was Japanese art inspired loved it.