Skateboard Deck Show at Monkeyhouse Toys: 08.23.2008 Materials: Blank Skateboard Deck, Decocolor Paint Markers, Spray Paint “On Saturday, August 23rd skate on over to Monkeyhouse Toys for a custom skate deck group show. A monster of a roster with over 50 artists showing their work by using a blank skate deck as a canvas. Artist… Continue Reading
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I said Baco, not bacon…
Close friends know that I’ve been waiting for this day to come for quite some time. But it’s finally happened–I got to eat at Baco Mercat.… Continue Reading
Craft Quickie: Trapped! (A 10 minute project)
So, I remember seeing a similar project somewhere (sorry I can’t remember the original source) and thought, hey that looks easy– I’ll take a stab at it. It’s a quick one but the results are really cute.… Continue Reading
Food For Thought Show at Monkeyhouse Toys
Opening for the food themed “Food For Thought” show at Monkeyhouse Toys (2874 Rowena Ave, 90039) is this Saturday, Dec. 15 at 5-8pm… Continue Reading
Upcycled Knickknacks
Somewhat recently, I’ve acquired a horde of Lego pieces which led a to a brainstorming session of crafty upcycle ideas. The first attempt resulted in a series of necklaces and a keychain in the designers favorite CMYK palette. Note: Just in case you didn’t already know, I used Bionicle masks. Do you have an idea?… Continue Reading
Experimenting with patterns
In my attempt to learn how to work with patterns as well as familiarize myself with my sewing machine, I made this little guy. I wanted him to be little kid friendly, no buttons or other small objects; and more complicated than the usual bear…He’s not perfect; but I like how he has great posture.… Continue Reading
Day of the Dead Exhibit at Cactus Gallery
8th Annual Dia de los Muertos Sat., Oct. 13th-Nov. 3rd Cactus Gallery & Gifts, 4534 Eagle Rock Blvd. “Vuelve La Vida”- Paper, ink, and fabric, framed to w 10.75” x h 12.75″ – $120 – SOLD http://cactusgallery.blogspot.com/2012/10/8th-annual-day-of-dead-art-exhibit.html?m=1… Continue Reading
Looking for grub in Highland Park?
So, it’s 2:00 and I’ve realized that I’ve yet again postponed lunch for way too long. While driving past the York one day I remember seeing a place called Highland Cafe whose logo styling caught my eye (and I am such a sucker for typography). Fortunately, the food lived up with the branding. First experience,… Continue Reading
Return of the Great Showdowns by Scott C. At Gallery 1988 (Melrose)
Go check out the exhibit: More details here…… Continue Reading
Have you started celebrating LA Beer Week yet?
It’s Sunday morning, and it’s LA Beer Week. Time to head down to Eagle Rock Brewery for their Brewers Brunch. Details: http://eaglerockbrewery.com/m?id=4991515%3AMobilePage%3A39778… Continue Reading