December 30, 2009

Neck warmer as a gift

I was searching around on the web to find a simple pattern for making a neck warmer. I kept seeing them everywhere and thought that would be something I could make for a Christmas present. After shopping for some fleece, and sewing a simple tube, this is the end results. Although a bit large, it still is comfy cozy on those cold winter days. Here is my boyfriend wearing his new neck warmer. He says, " I like it better than wearing a scarf". Now I just need to make myself one for these cold days of walking the dog. Here is the tutorial on how to make one of these: http://www.ehow.com/how_5534169_sew-neck-warmer.html

September 8, 2009

In The Works

About a month ago, a leather watch from my shop
Malamoose Beadery was chosen by an editor of a magazine to be photographed for a section called Eco-friendly accessories. She asked me to send her the watch so they could photograph it and she would send it back unworn. At this time I was a little skeptical since I had been receiving e-mail asking me to update some account info, but that's a whole other story. After thinking about it long and hard...I did send the watch to NYC. The worst case scenario, I was out of a watch, best case I would be featured in a magazine right before the holidays!!! I did get the watch back into my hands and can't wait to see the spread in November's issue coming out this October. I'll post more about this topic once I see the magazine in my hands. Still super excited!

August 30, 2009

Grand Opening!

Malamoose Beadery is pleased to offer leather and beaded watches, small totes, and other fun accessories at
New Leaf Contemporary Art Gallery and Gift Boutique.
Opening its doors for the first time in Saratoga Springs, NY on Saturday September 5, 2009.
Join the owner, Jeromy McFarren, and friends for this celebration of local artists craft and art.

August 5, 2009

Zepher Update

By now you may all know that my boyfriend and I have adopted a puppy and named her Zepher. We were told that she was going to be a Sheppard/Lab mix, however we think that she is some kind of Hound dog. Zepher is 7 months old now, still trips over her large paws, and weighs in at 50 lbs this week. But since she is still a puppy she's only going to get larger. After a battle of not wanting to have the dog sleep on the bed with us, this is what we found...


She isn't exactly sleeping on the bed with us but she does get up on the bed when we aren't looking. My boyfriend said, "We're going to loose this battle so we mise well give in". The next morning I find him in bed with the dog cuddled up close with her head resting on his chest.

August 1, 2009

Another Fun Read

I've actually never gotten into reading too many blogs until now. My brother, who is living in Florida was suppose to come visit over the summer. However, Ryan (my brother) and my cousin Jacob have decided to go on a road trip cross country. I've been drooling to do something like this since I was in my teens. I don't have enough guts to pack up and leave to travel alone. Wouldn't know what to do if I got stranded on the side of the road somewhere because of car troubles, or worse....trampled by a heard of buffalo. I'm not sure what age we decide that things become scary and are afraid to do things outside the box. Even if you do think it's going to be fun, you seem to second guess yourself about the situations that happen in our everyday lives. They are making this trip because my cousin is going to be living in California. So just maybe, I will find myself taking this exact route. Check out how much fun they are having!

Jake and Ryan's Road Trip the travels of two men going across country and keeping count of license plates along the way.

June 27, 2009

New to Malamoose Beadery on Etsy

Here are a couple of watches that I've been working on over the last couple of days I've enjoyed off. Since it's been raining I've been stuck inside and not out in the garden. Enjoy!

"Victorian Grape"
A 7 inch beaded watch in vintage Lucite teardrops in Amethyst and copper findings
price: $40

"Goldenrod"
One of a Kind, yellow Lucite beaded watch
price: $35

Many more One of a Kind items at Malamoose Beadery!