Last chance for the eBay Canada Collective

Forgot all about spoiling mom last weekend? Need to treat yourself? A Spring gift for a lovely friend? Great news! The eBay Canada Mother's Day Collective is extended until next Monday morning.  Grab these goodies while you can! 

The auction for the Glimmer Bauble Necklace has ended and we're super excited to raise some funds for Inspirations Studio!  But, you can still get the six pieces of the collection shown above!

Jewellery photos by Joseph Saraceno.  Scarf photos by Mike Lewis.

The #eBay4Mom Collection is now live! Happy Shopping!

Today has been a super exciting day!  Our special seven piece exclusive Mother's Day Collective has gone live on eBay Canada!  The Collection includes four MoonRox pieces and three Anu Raina scarves.  In our last blog post, we shared some of the pieces.  Today we are showing off a couple more!

Anu Raina's Blue Donut Scarf is an original illustration inspired by her son who just looooves donuts!  Adore this sweet (pun intended) story and the vibrant hues of this scarf! 

From the Blue Donut Scarf, we pulled the amazing turquoise colour and created this sparkling pair of earrings. The Twinkle Radiant Earrings are inspired my my own Mom and her love of bright colours.  And she never ever leaves home without earrings!  These are made with a frosted turquoise acrylic bead that is almost day glow and super shiny rhinestone crystal balls.  Earrings are lever-back for a little extra security!

Check out the full collection here!  And don't forget that shipping in Canada is FREE!

(First and second photo by Mike Lewis. Third photo of Twinkle Radiant Earrings by Joseph Saraceno.)

eBay Mother's Day Collective

The eBay Mother's Day Collective is coming soon!  On April 14th, you'll be able to get your hands on our exclusive collection for eBay Canada.  Along with Anu Raina, we've put together a group of fresh pieces just in time for Mother's Day. For $75 or less, you can grab a Canadian designed and made gift! These designs are great for a mom in your life, but would suit any woman that loves accessories!  The collection will be available in limited numbers and for a limited time only. You can shop starting at 11am on Monday April 14th and ending on Mother's Day on May 11th.  Shipping in Canada will be free!  

We'll be sharing the pieces and looks here on the blog in the next few days.  

First we have the MoonRox Luminous Bracelet and Anu Raina Hugs & Kisses Scarf.

The Luminous Bracelet was inspired by my Sister, a mom of a young babe. Those that know her always joke that she only wears black and grey, so I stuck with the neutrals with this design.  The bracelet is elegant and rugged enough to withstand the grabby hands of a curious and active little one. Two faceted crystals meet atop the wrist.  They are connected to a gorgeous heavy brass chain.  The adjustable bracelet closes with a lobster clasp and is accented with a sparkling rhinestone ball.  Like all of the pieces designed for this collective, I think this bracelet would go with any outfit.  You can dress it up or down.  I'm hoping to get my hands on one of these lovelies!

This is Anu Raina's silk Hugs & Kisses Scarf.  Her designs for this collection were inspired by her own two kids.  Every kid enjoys lots of hugs and kisses from Mom!  Love the bright Spring colours of this hand drawn design.

Both the scarf and bracelet will be available at 'Buy it Now' (fixed) prices.  Check out the Collective on Monday!

More pics to share soon!

xo

M

(Photo of Luminous Bracelet by Joseph Saraceno. All other images in this post are photographed by Mike Lewis.)

One of a Kind Show haul

It's so fun to be surrounded by many talented artisans at the One of a Kind Show!  Love picking up some delightful handmade goods.  Here are some of the goodies that I made away with!

New Chevron Cushions by Avril Loreti.  Got them home and found they coordinated extremely well with the log cushion picked up from Norwegian Wood at a previous OoaK Show and a buckwheat pillow I made a few years back.

Smooth and luxurious cutting boards from Swaine Street Woodworking.  Also got some cutting board oil and polish.

Light as air yet warm and cozy scarf from Scout & Catalogue.  Slowly learning to like blue, but I have always loved indigo blue!  Don't mind my grin...

Comfy super soft bamboo pj's from This is J.

Graphic dress from Montreal fashion designer Eve Gravel.  Not something I would usually choose, but trying to mix it up a little.  The cream fabric has a nice metallic pattern that you can't really see in this photo.  Can't wait until it warms up and I can break this number out.

Not a bad little haul!  

Going to pick a MoonRox Carnival Necklace to keep too.  Just have to decide on one... They are the perfect Spring accessory.

Anyhow, I'm enjoying the sunshine in Toronto today, despite the lingering chilly temps.  Headed back outside to soak it in before the clouds take over!  Hope you are enjoying your weekend.

xo

M

Oh Canada!

To the Canadians reading this, I hope you enjoyed Canada Day!  I was in Montreal and have yet to load my photos, but will share some at a later time.  As today is the holiday and I am enjoying the long part of the long weekend, I thought I'd check out some Canadian themed finds, starting with a MoonRox piece, of course.  Yes, this list is Toronto heavy, but I am a Toronto gal!

Toronto is for Lovers Locket Bracelet by MoonRox

Toronto Typography Print set of 3 by GoingUnderground

Vintage Canadian National Railway Lunch Boxes from 1970 from rhonaw

Silk Cyanotype Scarf of Old Montreal Map by xobisous

Banff Photograph by WildWildernessPhotos

Oh Canada Embroidered Wall Hanging by nisseworks

Stream, Baden Powell Trail, Deep Cove, Vancouver photograph by graemegroy

Map of Canada Pillow Cover by Nicole Tarasick

Iceberg in Newfoundland, photo by Celticcatphotos

Transportation Collage of Toronto by loosepetals

Welcome Summer 2011!

I love this day... It's my favourite day of the year, being the longest day of the year. It's almost 10:00 and it's still not quite dark out... By tomorrow the days will begin to get shorter and for some reason that makes me sad! I'm such a helio-centric. I definitely prefer warmer weather, so I am glad that Summer is officially here! Then despite the heat, I have a slight fear of over-powered below zero air conditioning. So, I almost always carry a scarf or shawl in my bag, no matter the season. Here are some of the pieces I found on my search for a patterned Summer weight scarf.

Adire Scarf from Anthroplogie

Naturally Dyed Organic Cotton Scarf by Julie Sinden

Julie is a Toronto designer and we often cross paths on our daily travels in the city. I'm liking her new work!

Blooms Summer Scarf by Leah Duncan

Green Matis Beach Stripe Scarf by Traits, exclusive to Liberty of London

Botany Sketch Scarf from Anthroplogie

Multi-color Stripes Woven Scarf by Nitscreations

Lightweight Merino Wool Shawl in Iris Grey by Virginia Johnson

Might have to bike over to the shop on Ossington to check out the latest offerings in real life!

Fluorite Print Scarf by Weston Scarves, exclusive to Liberty of London

Okay... I think I am going to sew myself something new and season appropriate to wear before I head of to dreamland for the night. Happy Summer to you all!

Scarf weather...

... and hat and glove weather too. It's turned chilly here in the past week or so. I love this scarf from We Are Owls.

{Found via My Owl Barn}