Renegade

Went to Renegade this past Saturday. It was great fun seeing all the stuff people make, and it was fun buying a few things, too. First stop was The Black Apple, where I bought this lovely pin.

I love this packaging.

I knew if I didn't snap her up right then, I wouldn't get a second chance. I once made my way over to a Black Apple shop update expecting to browse and casually shop. Hah! Everything sold out in under four minutes. I had to laugh at myself and my leisurely shopping expectations. I also bought this little treasure.

It's a re-print of a Valentine, and it's the sweetest thing ever. Halmark definitely pales in comparison.

Next purchase - Gigi.

Sorry for the lousy photo. You can see her relatives at Mama's Little Babies. It was sooo hard to decide which pin to take home with me. I finally decided on Gigi because of her little feet. Cheri really knows how to wield a pair of scissors - and choose an image. They're all so charming and/or funny. I have a sneaking suspicion Gigi won't be my last MLB purchase.

This super little notebook also made its way home with me. I am going through a circus-y/carnival phase, so it fit right into my latest obsession. Plus, Nora Aoyagi, the person responsible for this excellent illustration, and I share a fascination with silhouettes.

Here is a smattering of business cards I picked up along the way - Each site worth checking out. Here are links for the artists/crafters whose business cards are pictured but not mentioned above - Alice Jarry and Handmade Whimsy.

Comments

[Anna]

Thanks for sharing a peek into Renegade! Must have been so amazing (and dizzying with all the incredible stuff).
I like the treasures you picked up too, and the artists you shared.

The Black Apple, I know - some of my favorite little extras get snapped up so fast. That must have been so cool to see all of her goods in person!

[jen]

that pin for mama's little babies - LOVE!!