We've had the most beautiful fall here in Nelson, I feel so thankful to be able to live in such a magical place. I've been working on some new projects, making quilts out of recycled sweaters and experimenting with dyeing fabric for scarves. I am thoroughly enjoying this life. This is one of my [...]
I had the opportunity this past week to travel to Gabriola Island BC and participate at a symposium called Forage. This 3 day retreat was a gathering of creatives sharing processes, business practises, lots of jokes and loads of information. Key note speakers, artist talks, presentations, early morning bikes rides, beach picnics 5 [...]
Recycled leather clutches and card cases. Not in my shop yet but probably by next week.
For the past four years my friend Cathy and I meet at the Calgary Folk Fest with our Airstream trailer that we had converted into a cute little store. We bring a fantastic selection of friends work from Saskatchewan, Alberta and BC. I loved being around so much talent. I intended to take more product [...]
I dyed some silk and cotton scarves yesterday over an open fire in my yard. I used mostly tea as well as some spent dye from a previous project. I'm quite pleased with the results!
Click on these links for the recipes and source of these delicious looking summer drinks! from the top Rosemary peach summer fizz, Flower water ( I couldn't find the source, basically fresh picked edible flowers mixed in with you ice cubes, I think this would be great in a simple drink like a vodka soda lime), Lemon [...]
One of my favourite people on this planet creates the most lovely ceramics.
BE BRAVE BENJAMIN - Devil Fool from Pablo Maestres on Vimeo.
