Craft in the City

UniqueLA this Saturday in Los Angeles

May 9th, 2012 / No Comments » / by kristel

It’s my favorite time of year again–craft fair time! I’m so grateful that UniqueLA has expanded and now have multiple shows throughout the year. This is one of my favorite things about LA and every time I’ve attended I’ve met some very talented indie crafters. So come out and support the indie scene, buy local, eat local, and have a great time. All the information is below!

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source: UniqueLA

SHOP FROM OVER 325 DESIGNERS & ARTISTS TO DISCOVER GREAT MADE-IN-AMERICA DESIGN… PLUS WE’RE FEATURING LA’s OWN CAINE’S ARCADE – COME PLAY HIS RAD CARDBOARD GAMES & MEET CAINE AND HIS DAD (watch the video below if you don’t know what we’re talking about)!

When: May 12 & 13 (Saturday & Sunday) // 11am – 6pm both days
Where: The California Market Center (110 East Ninth Street, LA, CA 90079)

Cost: $10 at the door, buy online for extra perks (Kids 12 and under are free), 10% of all ticket sales go to the local non-profit organization CicLAvia.

Don’t forget MOM this year… UNIQUE LA is the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts, or better yet, bring the family and spend Mother’s Day with us on Sunday!

Admission includes:
• An exclusive UNIQUE LA tote featuring artwork by a local artist (to be announced)!
• Unlimited re-entry for both days + our printed Vendor Directory/Zine, stocked-full with content such as a guide to our favorite spots in DTLA’s Arts District and DIY How-To Projects!
• Free drinks from our friends at The Naked Grape Wine, BlackStar Beer, IZZE, Honest Tea, GT’s Kombucha, Dry Soda, Activate water and more!
• Free DIY workshops + crafts all weekend long
• Free photo booth portraits and a print at the Oh Snap Studios Photo Booth
• Our curated cafe area so you can grab a coffee or enjoy lunch, snacks or a sweet treat

The largest independent design show in the country, attendees get the rare chance to meet and shop directly from over 325 hand-selected designers and artists. The exciting two-day shopping event makes it easy for you to buy local and support LA’s economy, discover great design and deals, join in community, and have a blast. The products at the show are proudly made right here in the USA so you’re putting your dollars right back into our economy and local community! With fun for everyone plan to spend the day with us…

Posted in: Events

Tags: craft fair, event, los angeles, unique la, uniquela

Mini Ice Cream Press Made of Cute, Cute, Cute

April 5th, 2012 / No Comments » / by kristel

I like items that are cute and items that make my inner (and not so inner) fat kid happy. This mini ice cream press is cute and makes my inner fat kid happy! They’re really easy to use and produce really adorable, delicious, and professional looking ice cream sandwiches.

Posted in: Food, Housewares

Tags: ice cream, ice cream press, ice cream sandwich

I’m So Happy ‘Cause I’m a Gummy Bear…

April 4th, 2012 / No Comments » / by kristel

…And I’m back! My apologies for my absence, I have been buried with work. I’m so happy to be back, though, and to present to you this awesome Gummy Bear Lamp. This squeezable lamp comes in three classic gummy bear colors, would look great on your desk, but as a warning probably doesn’t taste that great…unlike the gummy bear below…

Posted in: Housewares

Tags: fred flare, gummy bear, lamp, robot chicken

Hell Yes to Optimus Prime and Megatron Cufflinks

February 8th, 2012 / No Comments » / by kristel

Honestly, this item really doesn’t need much of an explanation. They’re Optimus Prime and Megatron cufflinks and they’re made of Awesome with a capital “A”! They measure at: 19mm*19mm, 20mm*18.5mm.

Posted in: Accessories

Tags: cufflinks, transformers, valentine's day

Honey Bear Vase

February 8th, 2012 / No Comments » / by kristel

Valentine’s Day is next week (damn, how did that happen?) so it’s time to get scrambling on those gifts! How about this sweet Honey Bear Vase for your sweetheart, honey bear, insert petname here. It looks like it could fit one or two flowers, but that’s really all you need. The cuteness of the vase speaks for itself.