THE GREATEST EVENT OF THE YEAR

is at stir on Thursday, November 1, from 5-10pm.


That's right. March yourself down to 216 Alaskan Way S in Seattle. There are plenty of buses, metered parking, and parking is free after 6.

What is this great event, you say?



10, count em, 10, of your fabulous Seattle area artists, all members of the great EtsyRain, will be hosting a fair.


This is a great way to see a lot of your local talent in one place, and also start some early holiday shopping... or pick up something for yourself. ;-) There's a wide range of wares, from jewelry to photography, to shower art to fiber art.



The artists are:


Sara Everett of Rekoj Designs

Norm of Art by Norm

Marlo M of IMakeCuteStuff

Katy Hanson of Sycamore Baby

Trina Gratrix of Woven Chains

Beth Goss of Wire Tree

Kirsten Johnson of Chantilly Cashmere

Dawn Vogel of Scary White Girl Designs

Rosalie Gale of Ugly Baby, and special project Barter Sauce


oh, and me too: Kimberly Van Dyke of stir



For links to all the artists websites, go to www.stirboutique.com/kick_off_the_holidays




See you there!!

Fuzzy bunny :-)

If you've ever seen and enjoyed Ugly Dolls at novelty and gift stores, these are even a notch better!

These adorable fleece bunnies are made from all vegan materials, and each have a phrase or word sewn onto their chest that is sure to bring a smile to your face.

Just quit a horrendous job? Then maybe "asshat" is a good parting gift for your former boss.* Have great witty banter with your sister or best friend? Definitely need "bitch."

And I'm sure you can think of something creative to do with "crabs" or "herpes."

Need another phrase? You can find many more at spidercamp.etsy.com, the online marketplace of Jessica Pierce from Atlanta, GA. She also takes commissions, and these precious bunnies are affordable enough to tack on to any life moment or occasion.

*Not responsible for those of you who act on these suggestions.