Monday, July 7, 2008

Extra! Extra! Read all about it.

I'm blogging about someone blogging about us and I'm thrilled. What an honor, This such a fantastic blog called Absolutely Delish!


Wooden Wheelies



Is it a pull toy? Is it a car with an animal on it? This toy is meant to be played with. It is half vehicle and half doll. Therefore, it is a Wood Wheely Action Figure.

I had so much fun making my first wooden toy in the Chestnut Farmer line. Now, I just need someone to understand what it is.


In Stores Near You!

That is if you live in Chicago. You must stop by this super cute, hip and handmade only store called Renegade Handmade.



Display Display Display

I gathered a whole bunch of baskets to display our toys in. They are not very handy for traveling.

Here is a look at our display at the Renegade Craft Fair in Brooklyn.

Friday, June 6, 2008

Display Strategy for Toys

We don't know where they come from, but kids come flying out of nowhere into our shop. Their parents are not far behind them.

We stategically place the toys close to the ground and in front of our store. It is a total kid trap. There usually is a lot more crying than buying.

On the bright side, we do have items that have allowance friendly pricing.

Tuesday, June 3, 2008

NEW Large Chestnut Farmer Plush Doll



I am so excited to announce I finished our first large Chestnut Farmer squirrel plush doll. He is 12 inches tall and 10 inches wide.


Thursday, May 15, 2008

Etsy Treasury


















I made it into an Etsy Treasury!

Monday, May 5, 2008

Polly and Prudy Plushies










Step 1: My wife screen prints her artwork of Polly and Prudy on to fabric.













Step 2: I join the printed fabric with the patterned fabric.










Step 3: I stuffed the plushies and finished stitching.

First Thing I Have Ever Sewn- Passport Sleeve


I have never sewn anything with a sewing machine until now. I introduce you to my first ever passport sleeve.

It took me an entire day, the etsy forums and my wife's mother to teach me how to use the sewing machine.