The One of a Kind Show wrapped up yesterday. I cannot believe I have been doing the Show for so many years now. I think this was 9th Christmas Show! Thanks to everyone who came by the
MoonRox booth. I really appreciate the support! I am also extremely thankful to all the friends and fam that helped out (and to those that offered to help out) with set-up, take-down and working the booth! I would not have gotten through the 11 days with my mental state intact without your help!
Now here is a series of photos of the goods that came home with me from the show!
I coveted this bag by
HOI BO last year. It's hand-waxed with pure beeswax and smells great too. It's the perfect size and I love that it has both hand-held and shoulder carrying options. I was hemming and hahhing over this and then J. and I ran into a woman at Starbucks carrying one that was a year old. She was still very pleased and the bag looked better with age, so I was convinced. Thanks to my Sis for the early Chrissy present.
I got these beautiful lemongrass scented soaps from
Sultry Suds. They are almost too pretty to use! They smell divine! Between the bag and these soaps, my home smells fantastic!
Got these two guys from
Monster Factory. In the back is Mr. Jefferson and in the front is Mr. Creeps. They are just too cute!! They may get gifted eventually, but I'll admire their cute faces for now.
These juniper coasters came from
Stinson Studios. They are made from 60-year old (I think that's what they said) recycled fence posts. I love the rough look of them. Plus, I am constantly drinking something and have already wrecked most surfaces around my home, so these will come in handy.
This pouch is by
Track and Field Designs. It's big enough to use for make-up or any bits and bobs. I thought it was pretty sweet. They also had great laptop cases, that I think I mentioned before on this blog, as well as pins and mittens.
I picked up this cuff by
dconstruct Jewelry. It's made from 40% recycled resin. I still like to buy a piece of other people's jewellery here or there! I'm sure I will get a lot of wear out of this.
Now here are some goofy pics of my new head gear. Don't mind my tired face, but you can see these items better when they are worn! I am beyond exhausted from the past few weeks.
This is a boiled wool hat by
Julie Sinden. It has a little pouf of recycled fur incorporated on the side. I like to wear it with the other side slightly turned up.
These crazies are recycled fur ear muffs by
Rachel .f. I had been looking for a pair to replace my tattered and well-loved old ones from the Bay. These just make me happy because they are so ridiculous.
We had our first snow (as in a couple flakes) this week here in Toronto after an unseasonably warm November. I'm sure my noggin is going to be kept warm this Winter with my new goodies!
And lastly, here are some beer bottles transformed into beer glasses! Pretty cool, no? They are by the husband and wife behind
Artech Studios.
I gave myself today to sort things out and return my home and work space to reasonable order. Now it is time to catch up on custom orders and with wholesale customers. Busy, busy time of year!
For Christmas, Aunt L. gave me a touching handmade gift. She made this pillow using 2 shirts that belonged to my dear Grandfather (Gung Gung) that passed away on my birthday in '04. Aunt L. combined a flannel shirt with a strip of pink Oxford shirt. My Sister received the reverse combination. We just about cried!
She also gave me these Japanese Dress books that I have been scoping out online. I'll have to plan some sewing projects. I'm always in the market for a new and affordable dress.
I went nuts with raffia and kraft paper bags this year, but I did wrap a couple boxes in proper wrapping paper.
How sweet is my lollipop Christmas tree? I got it in the 80's at the One of a Kind Show and have brought it out every few years. I wish I remembered the maker's name, but that was far too long ago. Usually I don't know where to find lollipops at this time of year, but Dollarama saved the day... er... saved Christmas!
On Sunday evening I attended my first Christmas Party of the season. Mr. and Mrs. C. hosted their annual party. They are not messing around. Every surface was decorated and I can never get over how much food Mrs. C. has made, and from scratch! To be honest, by this point in the year I am usually quite over Christmas with the insanity that the Fall brings work-wise. But how could one resist such Holiday-cuteness! Rudolph cookies!
I even spotted a couple of vintage MoonRox Ornaments tucked in the upstairs tree. There is a downstairs tree too, natch! I think I may think about reviving the Ornaments next year!
The One of a Kind Show wrapped up yesterday. I cannot believe I have been doing the Show for so many years now. I think this was 9th Christmas Show! Thanks to everyone who came by the MoonRox booth. I really appreciate the support! I am also extremely thankful to all the friends and fam that helped out (and to those that offered to help out) with set-up, take-down and working the booth! I would not have gotten through the 11 days with my mental state intact without your help!
I coveted this bag by HOI BO last year. It's hand-waxed with pure beeswax and smells great too. It's the perfect size and I love that it has both hand-held and shoulder carrying options. I was hemming and hahhing over this and then J. and I ran into a woman at Starbucks carrying one that was a year old. She was still very pleased and the bag looked better with age, so I was convinced. Thanks to my Sis for the early Chrissy present.
I got these beautiful lemongrass scented soaps from Sultry Suds. They are almost too pretty to use! They smell divine! Between the bag and these soaps, my home smells fantastic!
Got these two guys from Monster Factory. In the back is Mr. Jefferson and in the front is Mr. Creeps. They are just too cute!! They may get gifted eventually, but I'll admire their cute faces for now.
These juniper coasters came from Stinson Studios. They are made from 60-year old (I think that's what they said) recycled fence posts. I love the rough look of them. Plus, I am constantly drinking something and have already wrecked most surfaces around my home, so these will come in handy.
This pouch is by Track and Field Designs. It's big enough to use for make-up or any bits and bobs. I thought it was pretty sweet. They also had great laptop cases, that I think I mentioned before on this blog, as well as pins and mittens.
And lastly, here are some beer bottles transformed into beer glasses! Pretty cool, no? They are by the husband and wife behind Artech Studios.
I picked up a bundle of goodies, but greedily all for me, from Sultry Suds at the One of a Kind Show. I am obsessed with the whole Sultry Citrus line especially the lotion and the new liquid Body & Hand Soap. 'Tis divine!! If you come by the Show, check her out in booth Y-16. She has so many great products including luscious soaps and super gift sets! Above is the Sultry Citrus Gift Box and below is a perfect man gift, the Deluxe Men's Kit.
Photos taken from www.sultrysuds.ca.
Tomorrow there will be a selection of new exhibitors arriving in the 5/6 day section. This marks the midway point of the show! Come by and visit us. Another reminder -- above is an e-Coupon for $9 admission when you purchase your ticket(s) online on the One of a Kind Show website using coupon code AD24h6e. The show runs until Sunday, December 6th!
I've been a big Monster Factory (TM) fan from the beginning. Here are some fantastic specimens.
Sandra Ciganic-McKinney of Petit Flaneur makes the most beautiful and well designed children's toys, many of which are amazing enough to suit any adult. 
S. and I fancied the mobiles. There was one in yellow and off-white felt that featured a sunny side up egg, a waffle, a slice of toast with butter and a mug of tea. This one below is pretty darned cute as well. They would look just as great in a child's room as a kitchen.
Go HERE to view the Petit Flaneur website, and HERE to see the designer's One of a Kind Show profile. Visit her at the OOAK at booth H-43 in the Rising Stars section.
I also came across Cate & Levi Collection. I was really into the bear and the koala. These environmentally responsible toys are too cute!
So far, the One of a Kind Show has been a great time. I've had lots of excellent help and met so many nice customers, both new and old! Come by and see the array of MoonRox in Booth Z-15.
Come see it in person! For details on the One of a Kind Show and for an E-COUPON on admittance, scroll down to this post.
