Two weeks ago Paul and I went to the Crafty Bastards arts and crafts show in D.C. It was awesome. And we said “bastard” all day without any guilt. It’s a title, so it’s ok to swear when saying the title. Like saying “dam” in reference to a water dam. Or reading the word “hell” in the scriptures, and singing the word hell in church.
Anyway…
The show featured artists who make all handmade items and there were some incredible vendors. Although I must say, I think my mom could probably make everything that they were selling. She is the craftiest person I know. Too bad those skills aren’t just inherited.
I bought two things at the Crafty Bastard – both to be worn on the head. Which is ironic, considering I could count on one hand how many times I’ve worn a headband in the past 3 years. But for some crazy crafty reason I bought the Greata headband from The Candy Thief (pictured below) and this other adorable jeweled clip with feathers coming out of it from The Hand of Fatima Design (not pictured below). I know head wear is sort of trendy these days and I am not, but I still liked these. I don’t regret either purchase.
And now Paul is calling me an Autumn Princess with my leaf headdress. But don’t worry, he took his turn wearing the leafy eye mask too:
I took a bunch of business cards from the booths I thought were most fascinating – here are some links to their Web sites and Etsy shops in case you’re interested in seeing some of their goods. Hooray for handmade!
Click here for a link to all the booths that were there.
My favs:
My Ugly Kitty - kitty with a cleft palate
A Bardis - my roommate bought a hair button
Giant Dwarf -beautiful stuff
The Devil Made Me Do It – I like the beenies the best
Inedible Jewelry - I'll have seconds
Woolarina – WOOL!
My Paper Crane - WINNER of the Craftiest Bastard 2009 award
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