painting

due to an unexpected trip to helena this weekend, I had no internet for the past two days. So I'm a day late with this, but bear with me

I had a hard time figuring out what to post this week, but i can at least show you what I'm working on.

I started using bike brake noodles in my necklaces;

and i've been working on this painting on and off for a while

It's been difficult because I decided to leave the canvas raw(whyyyy do I do this to myself?). But it's been therapeutic to paint again! I have been taking photos every time I work on it to document the progress. I feel like I'm about half way finished at this point.

also this tumblr is super funny: whatshouldFITcallme

Update on Upcycled

Upcycled recently underwent some remodeling, and in the process requested a new artist statement/bio/ and photo  from each seller. The requirements were to describe who you are, what you're doing, and why you're doing it in 100-150 words. I just finally finished putting mine together and thought I'd share.

I’m a native New Yorker with the classic story of coming to Missoula and falling in love with the mountains, people, and place. Aside from making these Steampunk accessories, I sell vintage clothing, décor, and knick knacks on Etsy, and spend my days blogging, sipping coffee, and thrifting. I’m inspired through and through by the environment, nature, and the Montana mountains which is evident in the things I make and surround myself with.

I love the challenge of reusing before buying first hand products or materials. Upcycling is not only ethical, but pushes you to be creative in new and different ways, and brings a meaning and story into your creations. This jewelry you see is made with as much recycled material as possible; with wire from Home Resource, and beautiful rustic and distressed bike parts found in the bins of Free Cycles.

With each purchase you are making a statement of support for sustainable transportation, Upcycling, local artists, and your community bike shop, not to mention a statement of  Missoula swag! 

Oh and did I mention I'm now selling in Rockin Rudy's?

also, I now have a pinterest so follow me!

AND new goal; New posts come out every sunday

Frayed Sew

I'm excited to announce that you can now buy my Bicycle Bit earrings in Helena, MT! I just filled an order to consign in Frayed Sew; a chic boutique full of hand made treasures and green goodies. It'll be interesting to compare the sales in Helena vs. Missoula. Looking forward to feedback.

A new favorite of mine:

Another Favorite:

So it looks like they're all ready to go right? Well i finished making the 20 pairs they ordered friday afternoon, and I'd printed my artist statement, and put each pair on a tag. I'd also taken individual photos, and made a contact sheet with item codes and prices to email to the store for inventory purposes. However i still ended up working until midnight, on a FRIDAY night so I could drop everything off on Saturday because ....

I had to write by hand, on each card, first in pencil, then in pen, my brand name, blog site, and etsy store. This took about three hours somehow. I've officially decided I'm having a stamp made with all this info so I never have to handwrite my business info again. Haha yikes.

also, here's a peek at some new designs for necklaces and bracelets