New website for Mucha Muchacha Jewelry

Hey all, I have a new website and I'm really excited about it! You can see my new logo, learn a little about me, find out what shows I'll be selling at, shop for awesome jewelry and read my blog all in one place. Do you love it?
www.Mucha-Muchacha.com

The Big-Ass Book of Crafts

Has anyone checked this book out yet? If you'd like to craft over 150 inexpensive projects (and we KNOW you DO!) then you'd better get moving to your local bookstore. Our friend Mark Montano's book "The Big-Ass Book of Crafts" has just come out and can be found at both indie and major bookstores everywhere. Today, Mark was on the show "In the Loop with iVillage" and mentioned Craft Mafia!! Mark Montano and our friend Auxy Espinoza (she photographed everything in the book) will be chatting people up at their book signing at Skylight books in Los Angeles on Saturday March 15th at 5pm! Be sure to go get your copy signed!

Tuesday night's meet up.

I'd like to thank everyone who came out on Tuesday night for February's meet up. It's always fun to meet new people and make new friends. I didn't take any photos this time since I wanted to have more time to chat with everyone. At these meetings we all talk about our various craft and art projects, have lots of drinks and LOTS of laughs. In case you weren't able to make it, here's what you missed: I had a good chance to be loud and laugh a LOT, Morgan taught us how to make a tree out of wire, Eve got some knitting help from the fabulous and sweet Emily, Cathi made people laugh, we learned that FUN Shirley likes to be scandalous, Janice was jonesing for an L.A. Craft Mafia T-Shirt, Emelda was generous with her tools and supplies, cool Michelle drove a long way to hang out with us, Robert met a new guy friend, Kat and Diana both ruled the wire tree tute, Megan shared her awesome business cards with us and brought along her friend that designed them, we got to watch Harry pogo to an awesome song. I think everyone had a good time. I can't wait until the next meet up which will be at Saints and Sinners bar in Culver City in March!

February Craft Meet-Up!

Ok, mark your calendars for our next meeting:

It's going to be on Tuesday Feb 19th 7pm-10pm at Bigfoot Lodge. This meet-up is for crafties like yourself who'd like to learn about becoming a member or just wanna come out to have a good time with us! The fabulous Morgan Kessler of "I Wish I Had a Penguin Friend" will be doing this month's craft demo: "How to make a wire tree". So go grab your crafty friends, come out, grab a drink from the bar, giggle and talk crafty with everyone! Last months meet-up was a TON of fun;)

Here's the info:
Bigfoot Lodge
3172 Los Feliz Blvd
Los Angeles, Ca 90039
323-662-9227
www.bigfootlodge.com/LAhome.html
There is plenty of well lit metered parking on Los Feliz Blvd that's FREE after 6pm, YES! There is also loads of free parking on the neighboring residential streets.

This Saturday in L.A.!

Here's where you can find the L.A. Craft Mafia this Saturday. That's right, we'll be there along with 16 other vendors, including Cinnamon Roll Gang! Come to see the bout, check out all of the cools vendors, knock back a few drinks and see bands like The Black Widows, Chum, Jail Wedding and The Los Angeles Fearleaders. It's gonna be a blast..We'll see you there!!!

Pics from I Made It! Market

Thanks to all of the vendors and shoppers that made it out to I Made It! Market in L.A. this last sunny Saturday afternoon! I've posted some pics of the event on my blog www.OhLookWhatIMade.blogspot.com so be sure to pop by and say hi.

New Artwork for Mucha Muchacha!

Here's the artwork that the talented and sweet Helena Garcia did for my fused glass jewelry business, Mucha Muchacha...I LOVE it! This is a portrait of me, my kitty Mito and my jewelry;) If you love it too, you can buy merchandise rocking this image here:

Southpark Flea Market Tomorrow Sun 2/10!

I'll be selling my fused glass jewelry out at Southpark flea market tomorrow! This is a new weekly event in downtown L.A. and believe me, it's NOT your typical flea market. The market is primarily made up of handmade items and vintage clothing. The producers of the market are finicky about which vendors they allow to sell at the market so that can bring YOU all the good stuff!
www.www.southparkfleamarket.com

Today!

Featured Artist: Cathi Milligan of Bead Brains

All week we'll be featuring some of the artists that you will be able to meet and buy from at this Saturday's I Made it! Market in downtown L.A. This is an indie craft show that we are co-hosting and we'd love for you and all of your crafty friends to come out and have a good time with us!

Todays featured artist is "Cathi Milligan, the creator of Beadbrains. It seems like I've always made jewelry. When I got the opportunity to learn glass beadmaking I jumped at the chance. It's so rewarding to work the hot glass into these great little pieces of art. I was learning how to make beads that were much more varied than anything out there I could buy. Now the jewelry I make is unique and special. Color combinations are my choice, not just what's available in the stores or catalogs. And as of recently I 've started playing with Precious Metal Clay and creating my own molds for fabricating fine silver findings and goodies for my jewelry."

Go to www.Imadeitmarket.blogspot.com for more info on I Made it! Market.

Featured Artist: Miriam Dema

All week we'll be featuring some of the artists that you will be able to meet and buy from at this Saturday's I Made it! Market in downtown L.A. This is an indie craft show that we are co-hosting and we'd love for you and all of your crafty friends to come out and have a good time with us!

Todays featured artist is Miriam Dema who "works primarily in printmaking with a focus of screen printing on found and altered surfaces. She also paints and draws in a variety of mediums. The process of assembling, drawing and photographing results in a diverse group of work encompassing limited edition screen prints, drawings, paintings, site-specific sculptural installations, photography and short film."

Go to www.Imadeitmarket.blogspot.com for more info on I Made it! Market.

Featured Artist: House of Lux

All week we will feature some of the artists that you will be able to meet and buy from at this Saturday's I Made it! Market in downtown L.A. This is an indie craft show that we are co-hosting and we'd love for you and all of your crafty friends to come out and have a good time with us!

Todays featured artist is House of Lux! "The House of Lux is excited to present a delightful new Infant & Toddler line, Haute Bebe. These beautiful, unique & thoughtful hand-made pieces, inspire the imagination and cater to those with distinct style and taste. Each item is designed to capture the nostalgic feel of days past while remaining current with the unique and exotic fabric choices. Haute Bebe strives to achieve elegance and luxury through it's fabrics and design details, giving a sophisticated feel without a lot of excess glitz. We believe children have enough sparkle on their own. Haute Bebe believes it's garments will become the items that you won't want to give away even when your child has long out-grown them. They will become memories of special moments in your little one's life."


Go to www.Imadeitmarket.blogspot.com for more info on I Made it! Market.

Featured Artist: Lexi of Handmade by Me!

All week we will feature some of the artists that you will be able to meet and buy from at this Saturday's I Made it! Market in downtown L.A. This is an indie craft show that we are co-hosting and we'd love for you and all of your crafty friends to come out and have a good time with us!

Todays featured artist is Lexi March Lee of Handmade by Me! This chickie is all over the crafty place. She paints awesome portraits, she crafts lovable stuffies and has t-shirt designs that will delight you!

Go to www.Imadeitmarket.blogspot.com for more info on I Made it! Market.

Featured Artist: Borderbaby Creations

All week we will feature some of the artists that you will be able to meet and buy from at this Saturday's I Made it! Market in downtown L.A. This is an indie craft show that we are co-hosting and we'd love for you and all of your crafty friends to come out and have a good time with us! Todays featured artist is Diana Sandoval of Borderbaby Creations and here's what she has to say: "My name is Diana Sandoval. Born in Mexico and raised in East Los Angeles. Growing up in this corner of Los Angeles has truly been a blessing for me. It has inspired me to bring forth my artistic and creative abilities to produce art pieces reflecting my culture. I never had formal training or instruction in the arts, yet I proudly credit both my grandmothers and my father for their great influence. I began painting and hand-crafting pieces for family and friends and seek to expand my work. I tend to be one of those "I paint as I go artist, creating whatever feels right for the moment. I don't have a particular style or theme, yet enjoy creating pieces that represent "Dia de Los Muertos", primarily because of its vibrant colors and it's folklore. I hope you enjoy my work as much as I enjoy producing it. It's my passion. They are my roots."

Go to www.Imadeitmarket.blogspot.com for more info on I Made it! Market.

This Weekend...

should prove to be a very productive one. I'm headed out tomorrow morning to see if I can sniff out a cheaper glass supplier for my fused glass jewelry. The word on the street is that if I'm willing to drive a bit farther I can save nearly 50% on all my supplies! I can't wait to see the huge, beautiful sheets of glass all lined up and organized...I'm sure to have a good time among all of the colors of the rainbow! What a lovely way to spend a morning.