Thursday, July 9, 2009

Upcoming Updates

Although it doesn't seem like it from the lack of shop updates, I've been a busy bee. While my poor camera is off in some warehouse having who knows what done to do to get it up and running again, I've been expanding my collection of accessories in order to stage a "grand reopening" after the Renegade Craft Fair is over.

What's in store? (No pun intended. Alright, who am I kidding? It was intended.)

1) More luxurious mitts.

I find so much joy in wearing and working with fine materials that I'm considering shifting my focus away from acrylic gloves and moving it more toward 100% merino wool. Acrylic has been great because it is easy to care for (machine wash and dry), perfect for those allergic to wool, and affordable. But the wool I've found is more durable (less pilling), softer, stretchier, more breathable, machine washable (!), and most importantly, gorgeous.


Although my cost of materials increases four-fold, I really think they are worth it. Because of this, they will run $32 compared to their $24 acrylic counterparts.


2) Expanded selection of Morning Fog Mitts.

I've so enjoyed wearing and making my OWN Morning Fog Mitts that I've put together over a dozen new color combinations. I love how versatile they are and how they help pull an outfit together. Plus they're surprisingly warm! And as I found out last week, they are even bar night approved.

3) An actual kid's collection!

I've been making tons of adorable, itty-bitty kid's gloves, but without a model to show them off, what's the point? I've secured a possible baby model and I hope to get that collection up and running before summer ends.

4) Eco-happy cotton gloves.

Although I'm pretty much cold most of the time, I do have to realize that it's summer most everywhere else. I'm brainstorming ideas for organic cotton gloves that are very light and worn for style over function. Think garden party-esque.

5) New pictures.

Easily the most important, but most daunting task. Item photographs are incredibly crucial, and I know I have a lot of work ahead of me figuring out which direction I want to take. Although I don't enjoy having to be my own model, it has been much easier than working around someone else's schedule. Plus, until we get actual curtains, I'm sure I'm amusing my boring neighbors.

1 comment:

  1. I love the eco-friendly and natural fiber ideas! I'd like me some wooooly gloves for this coming season. Yum!

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