This week Makers Move is going to be doing something a little different. We will be Showcasing a local Non-Profit Organization that sells local handmade items as part of their fundraising efforts.
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Friday, November 6, 2015
Local Etsy Sellers
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| Photo by BixPics- Karen Bixby Photographer |
This fall, Makers Move - Manitoba was invited by the co-ordinators of Etsy Markets MB, to attend Manitoba's "Etsy - Made in Canada" sale, which took place on Saturday, September 26th at the Neeginan Centre in Winnipeg. “Etsy: Made in Canada is our biggest event of the year, taking our online experience offline, to connect sellers, communities and buyers in person,” said Erin Green, Managing Director, Etsy Canada. “With Winnipeg and 32 other cities participating across the country this year, we couldn’t be prouder of Canada’s commitment to shopping local and supporting its maker communities.”
Visitors to the marketplace had the chance to shop the 70+ local Etsy sellers ready to showcase their handmade wares and vintage goods. Vendors come from all across Manitoba, and also includes a few of our neighbors from North Western Ontario.
Both myself - social media Mandy, and blogger Brandy attended together and we had a wonderful time meeting with many local hand-makers and a few vintage vendors as well. There was a fabulous free booth set up by Michales where children could create Halloween themed crafts as well.
To find out information about Etsy Markets Manitoba, check them out on Facebook.
In addition the Etsy Made in Canada sales, the Winnipeg Etsy Street team also puts on some fabulous events in Winnipeg. This Saturday, you will have the opportunity to shop from 46 local Etsy sellers of handcrafted wares and curated vintage collections at the Winnipeg Etsy Street Team sale.
Buyers can expect to find items found on Etsy like handmade soap, pottery, hand-bound books, jewellery, vintage housewares and collectibles, subversive embroidery, autumn & holiday accessories, children's items and lots more. Perfect for filling your Christmas Shopping list!
"It's a great way for Winnipegers to support local and handmade and meet the makers in person." - Amanda of Silver Moose Arts
The event is this Saturday November 7th at the Holy Cross Gym 290 Dubuc Street, Winnipeg MB from 11am-5pm. Admission is 2.00 for adults and children under 12 are free. Lots of free parking and an elevator for those with mobility issues. Nut free facility.
To win a pair of tickets - check out Makers Move Manitoba on Instagram!
What is Makers Move Manitoba?
We wanted to create a platform to showcase the MANY incredibly talented makers and shakers, located right here in our amazing Province while fostering a community of like-minded people who know the value and importance in shopping local and supporting small business.
In order to ensure that we do our best to spread the word of this fabulous community, we have developed a presence on both Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter; Please be sure to check them out and like and share them to help us continue to grow the community.
Fellow Creative Souls and Founders of Makers Move Manitoba
Want to be featured by Makers Move Manitoba?
We love nothing more then spreading the word about awesome local businesses! If you are a SELLER of some sort, whether it be a maker, a baker, a crafter, a painter, a farmer, an upcycler, a vintage curator, an antique dealer, etc etc etc.....we would love to hear about what you do, and we will tell you what we can do for you!
E-mail us at makersmovemanitoba@gmail.com and include the word BLOG in your subject line!
Photography by Kelly Allison Photography, photo's taken at Blacknot farm,logo by Pareair Custom Designs, word blocks by Jbirds & Sonshine, frame and chalkboard by Chalk It To Me, Brandy's boots by Northern Heart Designs, Mandy's scarf by Ashley Erika Designs, Mandy's earrings by Universal Abundance, Brandy's scarf by XOXO Knits, Brandy's earrings by Souvenir Handmade
Watch and SHARE our promo video!
Video by Jeremy Morantz
Monday, November 2, 2015
Meet the Maker- Oakhorn
Oakhorn Fine Knitting creations bring soft textures, beautiful colors and maps together in a uniquely Canadian Way.
Oakhorn was 1 of the 20 local businesses who lent us products to use in our BLOG LAUNCH photo-shoot in October. See more photo's from this shoot on our social media accounts.
Photography by Kelly Allison Photography, MMM logo by Pareair Custom Designs, Manitoba wall hanging by Oakhorn Shop, Birch painting by Krista Heide Art, Mandy's earrings by Universal Abundance
Mandy's necklace by JFL Creations, Mandy's leg warmers by Ashley Erika Designs, Brandy's scarf by Ashley Erika
Designs.
Oakhorn's map art is handmade with detail and care. Knitting Artist Lauren Schwab, is the talent behind Oakhorn Shop. Lauren has been sharing her love of knitting and travel since 2014. Her patterns are mapped out and then brought to life using a needle and some yarn.
Oakhorn Shop is a direct reflection of Lauren's love for exploring and discovering the world; even if it's on her sofa at home. In order to write this blog, we had the pleasure of learning firsthand what makes these incredible creations so popular among Canadians and crafters alike.
Mandy's necklace by JFL Creations, Mandy's leg warmers by Ashley Erika Designs, Brandy's scarf by Ashley Erika
Designs.
Oakhorn Shop is a direct reflection of Lauren's love for exploring and discovering the world; even if it's on her sofa at home. In order to write this blog, we had the pleasure of learning firsthand what makes these incredible creations so popular among Canadians and crafters alike.
Why did you decide to start doing what you do?
Quite simply, I love knitting and I love travel!
After winning the sock design contest at Ram Wools in 2013 with the design "Around the World in 80 Stitches", and after putting the whole world in the palm of mittens, I decided to make a unique gift for a friend who moved away: a knit map as wall art. I fell in love, and have been knitting maps ever since!
Quite simply, I love knitting and I love travel!
After winning the sock design contest at Ram Wools in 2013 with the design "Around the World in 80 Stitches", and after putting the whole world in the palm of mittens, I decided to make a unique gift for a friend who moved away: a knit map as wall art. I fell in love, and have been knitting maps ever since!
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| Photot by Caitlin Schlamb of Decent Photography |
Tell us something interesting about yourself?
I've actually spent more time at craft sales as a musician, playing banjo with my husband, than as a vendor or a shopper!
What is your favorite product to make?
I really love making maps of Canada because of all of the detail in the lakes. I also have a great time making mittens, combining many colours and patterns together.
What part of Manitoba are you from?
I grew up in southern Winnipeg. I have lived in France and Germany, and am proud to call Winnipeg, Canada home again.
What is one of your favourite things about Manitoba?
I have worked as a tour guide at the Manitoba Legislative Building and became fascinated with the history of our province and how that is reflected in the architecture and city culture today. I'm glad to live in a diverse place where we are interested in understanding and preserving our roots.
I love knitting, languages, and travelling, even if it's simply taking a flight of fancy. Oakhorn Shop was developed out of a love for exploring and discovering the world, even if it's on a sofa at home.
I started knitting maps on socks and won a contest for "Around the World in 80 Stitches" socks in Winnipeg, but was eager to display a pixellated globe elsewhere than ankles, so made my first knit map in January, 2014, as a gift for a friend. I so enjoyed the process that I have continued to knit my way around the world, even making custom orders of different countries.
Knitting maps enables me to work in a medium I love, using a variety of colours and soft textures, while taking imaginary trips across the country and around the globe.
Follow Oakhorn on Instagram @oakhornshop
Shop Oakhorn at Etsy
What is Makers Move Manitoba?
We wanted to create a platform to showcase the MANY incredibly talented makers and shakers, located right here in our amazing Province while fostering a community of like-minded people who know the value and importance in shopping local and supporting small business.
We are passionate about connecting local artisans, hand-makers, crafters, and farmers with each other as well as a new stream of local customers and admirers.
In order to ensure that we do our best to spread the word of this fabulous community, we have developed a presence on both Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter; Please be sure to check them out and like and share them to help us continue to grow the community.
Fellow Creative Souls and Founders of Makers Move Manitoba
Want to be featured by Makers Move Manitoba?
We love nothing more then spreading the word about awesome local businesses! If you are a SELLER of some sort, whether it be a maker, a baker, a crafter, a painter, a farmer, an upcycler, a vintage curator, an antique dealer, etc etc etc.....we would love to hear about what you do, and we will tell you what we can do for you!
E-mail us at makersmovemanitoba@gmail.com and include the word BLOG in your subject line!
Photography by Kelly Allison Photography, photo's taken at Blacknot farm,logo by Pareair Custom Designs, word blocks by Jbirds & Sonshine, frame and chalkboard by Chalk It To Me, Brandy's boots by Northern Heart Designs, Mandy's scarf by Ashley Erika Designs, Mandy's earrings by Universal Abundance, Brandy's scarf by XOXO Knits, Brandy's earrings by Souvenir Handmade
Watch and SHARE our promo video!
Monday, October 26, 2015
Meet the Maker"s"- MCC Quilters
Some Members of the MCC Quilters: Anne DeFehr,Anna Neufeld,Teri Dreger, Gerda Klassen, Helen Krahn, Elfrida Penner, Judy Prokopchuk,Tina Quiring
These handmade blankets give hope,comfort and warmth and a tangible message to people in Syria that their needs are not forgotten.
Some of these un-sung hero quilters include Anne DeFehr, Anna Neufeld, Teri Dreger, Gerda Klassen, Helen Krahn, Elfrida Penner, Judy Prokopchuk, and Tina Quiring but there are many more quilters and volunteers at this location whom were not present at the time of the interview.
MCC Stores nation-wide have provided 45,443 blankets just last year alone to places such as Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ethiopia, Haiti, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea), Ukraine, Serbia, Iraq, Canada, the U.S. and more .
The Chalmers MCC Store in Winnipeg alone have handmade 1261 blankets this year and of those sold 129 in store. Proceeds of all quilts sold go back into the organization which will help so many people.
If you would like to get involved or have material to donate contact 204-668-0967. Be sure to visit the North Kildonan MCC stores facebook page or visit the MCC Canada Website.
Take a minute to watch this video about Quilts for Refugees
What is Makers Move Manitoba?
We wanted to create a platform to showcase the MANY incredibly talented makers and shakers, located right here in our amazing Province while fostering a community of like-minded people who know the value and importance in shopping local and supporting small business.
In order to ensure that we do our best to spread the word of this fabulous community, we have developed a presence on both Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter; Please be sure to check them out and like and share them to help us continue to grow the community.
Fellow Creative Souls and Founders of Makers Move Manitoba
Want to be featured by Makers Move Manitoba?
We love nothing more then spreading the word about awesome local businesses! If you are a SELLER of some sort, whether it be a maker, a baker, a crafter, a painter, a farmer, an upcycler, a vintage curator, an antique dealer, etc etc etc.....we would love to hear about what you do, and we will tell you what we can do for you!
E-mail us at makersmovemanitoba@gmail.com and include the word BLOG in your subject line!
Photography by Kelly Allison Photography, photo's taken at Blacknot farm,logo by Pareair Custom Designs, word blocks by Jbirds & Sonshine, frame and chalkboard by Chalk It To Me, Brandy's boots by Northern Heart Designs, Mandy's scarf by Ashley Erika Designs, Mandy's earrings by Universal Abundance, Brandy's scarf by XOXO Knits, Brandy's earrings by Souvenir Handmade
Watch and SHARE our promo video!
Saturday, October 24, 2015
Saturday Showcase - Brown Sugar scrub from Collage Body Care
This Week, Makers Move Manitoba is Showcasing a beautiful product from Collage Body Care, an all- natural Brown Sugar facial scrub that can also be used over the entire body.
The best part of this Brown Sugar Scrub is made up entirely of edible ingredients! It's delicious and actually tastes like cookie dough.
A few years ago when Mandy, from Makers Move Manitoba was trying to switch to natural products in her household for both cleaning and body products, someone told her that a good rule of thumb was to "only put food on your face" and since then she has been heading this advice which is why she just loves the ingredients found in this facial scrub; you don't get much more natural then brown sugar and coconut oil!
I absolutely loved testing out this product - it smells absolutely delicious and after using it my entire bathroom smells like brown sugar!
The maker behind Collage Body Care told us that the Brown Sugar used in this scrub is softer than white sugar therefore is gentler on the delicate skin of the face.
The Brown Sugar Scrub exfoliates while hydrating with coconut oil, leaving the skin soft and nourished.
This product retails for $15 for a 6 oz container or $25 for a 10 oz container.
Collage Body Care was founded by Candace Alarie of Niverville, Manitoba. Candace wanted to rid her life of harmful chemicals and when she looked at her daily skin care products she started to notice the many chemicals in her soaps and moisturizers thus inspiring her to create Collage Body Care. All Collage products are made from scratch in Candace's home.
Candace's product line is always growing and developing. Her current line includes the Brown Sugar Scrub, Shea Butter Lip Balm, Shea and Lavender Lotion Bars, a variety of Goats Milk and Olive Oil soaps which are combined with activated charcoal and red kaolin clay which absorbs toxins in the skin.
Check out Collage Body Care on Facebook and Instagram
Collage Body Care can be found at most Niverville Farmers Markets which are held every Sunday from now until Christmas located at the Niverville Heritage Centre. Her Booth can also be found:
Niverville Fall/Winter Craft Sale October 25 (Niverville Heritage Centre
Niverville Winterfest & Market Saturday Nov. 21st (Niverville Collegiate)
North Kildonan Community Club November 28th
We are also hosting a giveaway on our Makers Move Manitoba Facebook page for a jar of this awesome brown sugar scrub, so if you would like a chance at winning - head on over there and enter to win!
What is Makers Move Manitoba?
We wanted to create a platform to showcase the MANY incredibly talented makers and shakers, located right here in our amazing Province while fostering a community of like-minded people who know the value and importance in shopping local and supporting small business.
In order to ensure that we do our best to spread the word of this fabulous community, we have developed a presence on both Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter; Please be sure to check them out and like and share them to help us continue to grow the community.
Fellow Creative Souls and Founders of Makers Move Manitoba
Want to be featured by Makers Move Manitoba?
We love nothing more then spreading the word about awesome local businesses! If you are a SELLER of some sort, whether it be a maker, a baker, a crafter, a painter, a farmer, an upcycler, a vintage curator, an antique dealer, etc etc etc.....we would love to hear about what you do, and we will tell you what we can do for you!
E-mail us at makersmovemanitoba@gmail.com and include the word BLOG in your subject line!
Photography by Kelly Allison Photography, photo's taken at Blacknot farm,logo by Pareair Custom Designs, word blocks by Jbirds & Sonshine, frame and chalkboard by Chalk It To Me, Brandy's boots by Northern Heart Designs, Mandy's scarf by Ashley Erika Designs, Mandy's earrings by Universal Abundance, Brandy's scarf by XOXO Knits, Brandy's earrings by Souvenir Handmade
Watch and SHARE our promo video!
Video by Jeremy Morantz
Monday, October 19, 2015
Meet The Maker Monday - Sew Dandee
"Sew Dandee is a plethora of creations from the twisted mind of Andee Penner, handmade with love and a good dose of snark".
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| Sew Dandee on Etsy |
Sew Dandee was 1 of the 20 local businesses who lent us products to use in our BLOG LAUNCH photo-shoot in October. See more photo's from this shoot on our social media accounts.
Photography by Kelly Allison Photography, MMM logo by Pareair Custom Designs, Card by Sew Dandee, dream catcher by Norther Hearts Designs, Manitoba shirt by Whistlepea, Louis Riel shirt by Sew Dandee, and bison shirt by Little Orchard Co.
Meet Andee Penner of Sew Dandee
I'm Sew Dandee and making is my thing. For the past twenty some years I've been delving, dabbling and peddling my handmade items ranging from reworked clothing to crocheted legwarmers, pinback buttons to recycled sweater mitts and as of late, silk screened kids wear and kitchen wear as well as my ever expanding line of snarky cards for all occasions.
What part of Manitoba did you grow up in?
I was born and raised in the Wheat City! Brandon, Manitoba. I moved here to Winnipeg when I was 19, back to Brandon for a couple years in my early 20s and then back to Winnipeg when I was 24 so I've been here almost twenty years now.
Why did you decide to start doing what you do?
I've been a maker for as long as I can remember. My Mom is a self taught seamstress and made her own business from home at the tender age of 17 as a young wife, mother and all around amazing woman. There's no doubt that she was and still is the biggest inspiration for me as I always felt a pull towards having a creative based career in one way or another. It's always been in me in a very natural way so you could say making is in my blood.
What is your favorite product to make?
Since I've scaled back the MANY mediums I've dabbled in to mostly now just silk screening, sewing cards and doing some random sewing projects and alterations here and there, I find I'm able to really enjoy each item I work on. But I'd have to say that my cards still make me giggle and really are a kind of therapy for me in a strange way. Coming up with a new phrase that I think is too ridiculous or 'out there' and then finding a customer who sees it and says, 'This card is PERFECT for..' warms my snarky heart to the core. That's when I really love what I do. Nothing beats making someone laugh.
Check out Sew Dandee on Facebook and Instagram. You can also view more products from Sew Dandee on Etsy.
Win this pair of Sew Dandee cards!
Check out @makersmovemanitoba on facebook to enter to win!
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