Winnipeg's Eco Craft Collective Shop

Ruth from PeriwinkleDzyns has passed on to me a little information about a new local artisan shop that I had missed.  It actually opened in June but I was on holidays for the last 3 weeks.  The shop is called Winnipeg's Eco Craft Collective located at 531 Osborne St (South End).  I haven't visited it yet so I have cut some information about the Collective, from Jody of Mozy Rue who is the visionary behind this new shop:

"Taking over a former art gallery space in Winnipeg’s funky South Osborne neighbourhood, the Mozy Rue EcoCollective opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, June 13th. The collective itself is made up of several members of Winnipeg’s art and craft community, who met through local craft shows and Etsy street-team events. The collection of handmade goods on the shelves will be constantly changing and evolving (much like the people who make them), which will give shoppers a completely new shopping experience with every visit. Organized into little “boutiques” within the bright, open space, customers can browse for everything from jewelry to furniture and, believe me, everything in between. The only commonality (besides their inherent coolness, of course) is that all items are handmade and “eco-friendly” in some way, either created from new, natural, sustainable materials, or upcycled/recycled/repurposed from discarded items. This is just a small sampling of the many members and consigners at the shop, but it should give you a taste of what we’re all about."

The Eco Craft Collective includes the following artisans and not limited to:

• dconstruct
• Mozy Rue
• Emmsgems
• Everything is ticketyboo!
• Kiddlebug Designs
• PeriwinkleDzyns

I will post more on the shop once I hear back from Jody or visit the place myself.

Photos are all taken from the above artisan's sites so make sure to not steal them.  ;)

Emmsgems

Everything is Ticketyboo!

Kiddlebug Designs

Periwinkle Dzyns

 dconstruct

Mozy Rue

















Winnipeg's Eco Craft Collective Shop
http://ecocraftcollective.blogspot.com/

Next Week is Portage Place Shopping Centre's Spring Craft Market

Rain or shine the Edmonton Court at Portage Place Shopping Centre is a perfect venue for a Craft Sale. Come out May 3-8 to peruse a good group of Manitoba's crafters and artisan's. I just got a list of the artisans today and I am posting them here so you can get an idea of who is going to be there. It will be a good craft fair to head to especially if you work or go to school downtown. The times are Monday to Friday 11 am to 1:30 pm and Saturday 12 pm to 5pm.

Scroll to the bottom for the full list.

Through Glass Images









Tamara's Jewelry By Design










Spa Cakes Soap Company










Nancy Blokland Pottery













Lifewords









Jewels and Ghouls













Julie Pedersen Clothing & Design













Fibre Artistry













A to Z Illusions







Aradia's Gallery & Naturals











A TO Z ILLUSIONS
May 3 to May 8
With 30 years of experience as a photographer, David now produces letter photos to allow people to create their own visual art message or inspirational word / name.
www.atozillusions.com

ARADIA’S GALLERY & NATURALS
May 3 to May 8
Experience art inspired by nature, including a wide range of handmade, natural products including clay art, ceramic jewellery, tile art, pottery, body products, incense, herbs, and more!
www.aradiasgallery.ca

B&L ART STUDIOS
May 3 to May 8
This husband & wife team pushes aside the veil of urban atmosphere and lets you experience the passionate interpretation of the artist’s brush, and handmade jewellery. With their work appearing everywhere from Toronto to New York, this duo is proud to be inspired by the place they call him – Winnipeg.

BAHIA DESIGNED
May 3 to May 8
Bahia Designed offers one-of-a-kind and custom created fused glass designs. Inspired by the latest trends and her own sense of style, Bahia hand-cuts and fuses the glass for incredibly unique and distinctive glass designs in both jewellery and home décor.
www.bahiadesigned.com

BEAUTY BAGS
May 5 to May 8
Pick up a one of a kind purse, bag, or carry-all made from tapestries and other unique materials, all at Beauty Bags.

BUBBA’S PLACE
May 3 to May 8
Celebrate the city and all it has to offer at Bubba’s Place – pick up customized puzzles, Winnipeg souvenirs, floral arrangements, gift bags, boxes, and more.

CLEAR ENERGY GLASS STUDIO
May 3 to May 8
With over 25 years of working with glass behind her, Jolanta is a professional designer with extensive experience in making fused glass angels, brooches, necklaces, plates, and wall art compositions.
www.clearenergyglass.com

CRAFTS BY IRENE
May 3 to May 8
100% handmade is what you get at Crafts by Irene. Irene’s amazing handiwork includes wooden pictures, crosses, afghans, dish cloths, fridge magnets, and much more – stop by to see for yourself.
www.craftsbyirene.com

ECHO CREATIONS
May 3 to May 8
Beautiful vintage silverware has been lovingly recrafted into rings, pendants, key chains, bracelets, and earrings. Also, be sure to look and listen for the line of windchimes and hanging fish reproduced from unusual jugs, containers, and other ‘finds’.
www.etsy.com/shop/echocreations

FIBRE ARTISTRY
May 3 to May 8
A lifelong passion for fibre arts is distilled in Helga’s hand-felted work. She specializes in nuno-technique and her unique and modern applications of this traditional craft are exhibited and sold throughout Western Canada.

www.fibreartistry.ca

I29 DESIGNS
May 3 to May 8
Fashionable, intriguing, and quality custom beaded jewellery – including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings, pendants, and special sets for brides to be. Don’t see what you’re looking for? i29 can custom create a piece for you!
www.i29designs.com

JANGLE SISTERS JEWELS
May 7 to May 8
Sparkle and shine with Jangle Sisters Jewels, including beautifully handcrafted Murano glass pendants, Pandora styled bracelets, glass beads & charms, rings, earnings, necklaces, and key chains. Plus, check out the collection of fun & funky necklaces for children and teens!
www.janglesistersjewels.ca

JEWELS & GHOULS
May 6 to May 8
Experience what happens you take a thought, translate it into a line, and transform lines into art from Jewels & Ghouls. Looking for a glimpse of the world beyond? Check out an extensive line of travel photography to décor your home.

www.jewelsandghouls.etsy.com

JULIE PEDERSEN CLOTHING & DESIGN
May 5 to May 8
Inspired by the very landscape around her, Julie Pedersen’s fashionable line of Muckies (mukluks), as well as her legwarmers and spats are enough to make any gal want winter to come back around.

www.juliepedersen.com

KIM’S POTTERY
May 6 to May 8
With a lifelong love of pottery, Kim finally pursued her dreams of producing her own pieces in a unique style she feels she is truly blessed with. Today, she proudly produces handmade, functional pottery that is food, microwave, and dishwasher safe.

LIFEWORDS
May 3 to May 8
Get the hand-painted look without the fuss when you purchase vinyl words & graphics for your home from Lifewords. Choose the decal that inspires you, stick it to your wall, and instantly update your home’s décor.
www.lifewords.ca

MAD FISH MARKET
May 3 to May 8
Fashion with a history behind it – pick up unique bags, purses, and pouches from recycled, vintage, and reclaimed fabrics, all sewn on a 1911 treadle sewing machine. While you’re at it, check out the collection of handwoven jewellery.
www.madfishmarket.etsy.com

MAMA WIWI CHI ITATA
May 3 to May 6, May 8
Bring home an authentic piece of Aboriginal artwork, including handmade dream catchers, drums, and jewellery, as featured in many local showcases, Pow Wow’s, trade shows, and more.

NANCY BLOKLAND POTTERY
May 6 to May 7
Nancy’s pottery is sold throughout the province, including Keepsakes Gallery, Craft Cupboard, and Pembina Hills Art Gallery in Morden, Manitoba. Nancy is a part of In Plain View and Uniquely Manitoba – see her work on their websites.
www.nancybloklandpottery.blogspot.com

ONCE MORE
May 3 to May 8
No two pieces are alike at Once More, home to a unique collection of bags, purses, and tote bags made from new and upcycled materials. Beyond Portage Place, you can pick up Marlene’s work at other markets, including the St. Norbert and Osborne Street markets.

PITCHIN HAY PUBLISHING
May 3 to May 8
Grab a copy of Hearts of the Country magazine, a new publication that showcases the spirit and personality of rural Canadian women with true to the heart stories on life beyond city limits.
www.heartsmag.com

ROGUE JEWELLERY DESIGNS
May 6 to May 8
There’s something for everyone with Rogue Jewellery Designs, with pieces ranging from wire and hand soldered to leather and funky, chunky long designs. Pick up a piece to surprise mom with!

SHANTHI KIRUPAKARAN
May 3 to May 8
There may not have been many April showers, but there are plenty of May flowers available here! Take home a breathtaking floral arrangement for Mother’s Day (or yourself) and have it last forever.

SHIRLEY ALTON
May 3 to May 8 
Pick up handmade gemstone & beaded jewellery, bookmarks, key chains, mugs, t-shirts, mouse pads and more from Shirley Alton – your perfect giftware destination.

SHIVER SOAPS
May 3 to May 8 
Passionately made, all natural soaps. With fair and accessible prices for handmade organic delights, you absolutely can’t go wrong with a slice of bath heaven from Shiver Soaps!

SPA CAKES SOAP COMPANY
May 5 to May 8 
Score natural, handmade soaps when you browse the Spa Cakes collection. With hemp shampoo bars, shea butter soaps, unscented soaps and more, there’s a huge collection of amazing products available for your bathroom and beyond. 

www.spacakes.blogspot.com

TAMARA’S JEWELRY BY DESIGN
May 3 to May 8 
Every piece created by Tamara’s Jewelry by Design brings together a unique blend of metals and beadwork, to give you a piece of wearable art. Handmade from the heart, Tamara’s work makes a perfect gift!
www.tamarasjewelrybydesign.com

THREE SILVER CRANES
May 4, May 6 to May 8
Be amazed by the number of things that can be handwoven and knit from Three Silver Cranes – including jewellery, hats, slippers, dish cloths, coasters, boxes, tissue box covers, and more!

www.threesilvercranes.etsy.com

THROUGH GLASS IMAGES
May 5 to May 8
Explore a range of photographs including stunning landscapes and Gail’s unique technique of photographing living flowers through stained glass. If you’re looking for a piece of art as a gift or for your home, Through Glass Images has a wide variety of ideas.
www.throughglassimages.com

USKÉ INTERNATIONAL
May 3 to May 8
It’s easy being green when you shop at Uské International. With over ten years of experience, the Uské International team has been working with nature to create glass jewellery, eco-friendly bracelets, and sweetgrass circles and braids.

www.nowurgreen.com

VAL-ART DESIGNS
May 3 to May 8
Valarie has been a jewellery and card designer for many years, as well as an active part of the art community through teaching both adults and youth the wonders of creativity. For group classes, contact Valarie at vnew@mts.net or 
389-3573.

Julie Pedersen's Muckies, Legwarmers, and Spats

A few months ago one of my readers emailed me looking for mukluks. Mukluks are not too hard to find around here but I have never seen anything like Julie Pedersen's designs. She has gone past the functionally warm mukluks to the new fashionista must have. She works locally in the Exchange District in Winnipeg but has had her mukluks on many stars and has been featured in many fashion publications.

I snagged a description of Julie and how she started with her Muckies from her website:

"Julie Pedersen studied Fashion Design in Vancouver, British Columbia after discovering her love of clothing and fashion from years of modeling. Her career evolved through film & designing for other companies before launching her own line in 2005. She currently lives and works out of Winnipeg, Manitoba which was the initial inspiration for her line of Muckies, a line of beautiful mukluks with a twist!"

If like what you see here she has an entire page on her website with the many articles that feature her Muckies across the country including some thank you's from stars in the fashion world.

Look no further for the coolest mukluks available.


www.juliepedersen.com





Julie Pedersen Studio


617-70 Arthur Street

Winnipeg
info@juliepedersen.com
204-474-0686

Great Local Baby & Kid Shops

Skip Baby's R Us and shop instead at our local stores that feature amazing new and used goods.
Bug N Boo:

"We carry quality gently worn maternity, infant & children’s fashions. The store features many of the popular quality brand names at greatly reduced cost.

At Bug N Boo we pride ourselves in carrying the best New walking shoes in town. We love our shoes.

This just in at Bug N Boo Boutique

• Bravado Nursing Bra
• Stonz Outerwear Footwear
• Little Soles
• See Kai Run
• Pedipeds
• Webkinz

Children / Infant

Sizes range from infant – children’s size 6x in boys and infant - children's size 10 in girls.

Don’t be surprised to find names like Gap, Old Navy, MEXX, Gymboree, Oshkosh, Ralph Lauren, Little Me, Please Mum, Adams, The Childrens Place, Deux Par Deux, Zara, Morese, Laura Ashley, Tommy Hilfiger and Club Monaco.

It is not unusual to find a leather jacket, Club Monaco house coat, or Ralph Lauren Dress.

Many many more designer brands. Come check and see!!!!"

Bug N Boo
34-845 Dakota Street
Winnipeg, MB R2M 5M3
Canada

Phone
204.255.7505
Email
info@bugnboo.com
http://www.bugnboo.com

Baby Bin Boutique:

"What makes The Baby Bin Boutique different from other stores? The Baby Bin Boutique was conceived with the notion that we can come together and bring to you the products that will enhance your life and the lives of your family.

Our primary focus is to help you with your shopping by offering you products and services that are unique, original, essential, and in many cases, exclusive to our shop. We believe that our knowledge combined with generous product choices provide you- our customers with the tools to make informed purchasing decisions.

We are happy to have created a warm atmosphere where moms, dads and grandparents can shop in peace while their little ones enjoy themselves in our safe and fun play area. Customers will be able to find clothing for their children, both new and consignment, as well as a selection of unique toys and gifts. Our consignment racks are full of children’s clothing from newborn to size 14, all in excellent condition and at extremely reasonable prices.

We are proud to offer many Mompreneur products. By doing so, we are promoting women like us, supporting small business and our local economy, and most importantly, helping children and families.

The Baby Bin Boutique we believe we should be considerate of Mother Earth. For this reason we encourage consignment, have a terrific selection of organic products, cloth diapers and babywearing products, and carry a variety of handmade specialty toys and gifts.

Our inventory changes daily so we're never the same store twice! We look forward to seeing you soon at The Baby Bin Boutique!Bring a friend and shop the friendliest Baby Boutique on the block!"

The Baby Bin Boutique
1444 Corydon Avenue
phone: 487-4687
http://www.babybin.ca/

http://babybinboutique.blogspot.com/

Mom's & Children's Paradise:

MCP is one of the largest local owned children's store featuring mostly second hand items that have been gently used. I am not sure if there is any "local" products featured here but I love used items and would like to get more people on that great bandwagon too! ;)

"MCP has been family owned and operated since 1981. So how did it all begin? Twenty eight years ago a mother and daughter realized a problem. Parents were having to spend ever increasing amounts to raise their children. Most unfortunate was that most of the items parents bought for their children were barely even used. Kids were in and out of things before parents have a chance to blink. Everything from car seats to cribs were great for the few months they were used, but after that these items became useless clutter. There were countless parents with drawers full of clothes their children only got to wear once before they were outgrown. It seemed an aweful waste to see these items thrown away.

In a small little shop in Trascona the mother and daughter team solved the problem. They opened a store where parents could bring their gently used items in for cash, while at the same time buying most of what they and their child needed at prices far less than new retail stores were charging. Although we have grown significantly in the last 28 years, moving to our current location on Nairn Ave. and at least quadrupling in size, we still have the heart of a small shop from Transcona. We hope this shows in the friendly environment within our store.

You may be surprised when you first walk in our store by the large number of brand name products we carry. Baby products by Graco, Cosco, Safety 1st, Evenflo, and Storkcraft. Toys by Fisher-Price, Playskool, Little Tikes, Step 2, and VTech. Clothing by Gap, OshKosh B'gosh, The Disney Store, Old Navy, Please Mum, Gymboree, Le Chateau, and Thyme. Come and see it all for yourself!

Here is a list of just some of the Baby Needs we carry:
Strollers Car Seats Cribs High Chairs Exersaucers	Swings Booster Seats Playpens Toddler Beds Cradles	Bottles Diapers Receiving Blankets Bedding Sets Activity Toys"

Mom's & Children's Paradise
990 Nairn Ave.
Winnipeg, MB

P: 204-669-3700

mcpltd@mts.net

http://www.mcp.mb.ca/

I apologize for this odd looking post. I was taking info off their sites and the text is all wonky. I hope it wasn't too hard to read. Ugh!

Humboldt's Legacy

Humboldt's Legacy is one of the originals on Westminster Ave in Wolseley's core. I have been shopping at Humboldt's for many years now and every time I head in there they have new things. I found an article on Humboldt's Legacy online at http://www.bsdglobal.com/viewcasestudy.asp?id=72 that says everything better than I can so here it is:

"While big-box retailers in the Canadian city of Winnipeg leave large, unsustainable footprints, 'Humboldt's Legacy' treads much more lightly. Located on a quiet, elm-lined street with an organic food co-operative and a wholegrain bakery for neighbours; Humboldt's is a sanctuary for green consumers.

Humboldt's Legacy was founded on the belief that consumers can influence the shift to a more sustainable society by changing their purchasing habits. It gives consumers access to products that support the shift towards an alternative, sustainable economy.

'This is a very democratic enterprise,' says Willi Kurtz, Humboldt's co-owner. 'Our whole concept of this store is that the consumer sets the tone for the economy. For instance, we constantly hear people demanding certain products, or an end to child labour and so forth. That's a very simple thing that would happen tomorrow if our shopping patterns would change. And that's what we've seen here every day for ten years.'

For over decade, Humboldt's Legacy has been providing environmentally friendly household products to Winnipeg consumers. According to Kurtz, the economy as it exists today seems to be intent on fostering social inequality and environmental degradation.

The Humboldt's Legacy product range is diverse, but designed for anyone wanting to live in a sustainable society. Customers can find recycled paper; soaps, shampoos and detergents in refillable containers; clothing and bedding made from organic cotton; seeds that support biodiversity and organic agriculture; books and magazines providing information on a plethora of green subjects; and many other items."

887 Westminster Ave, Winnipeg
(204) 772-1404

Vineyard Craft Sale a Success!!

I had a nice morning out at the Christmas Craft Sale. It was very busy and so many wonderful things to see. I actually only went with $10 and do not need any more Christmas gifts but I was still looking around for birthday, shower gifts, and other things for our family. I like taking it all in and then going home and thinking about what we need. If I go with $100 I will find things to buy. This craft show had some amazing artisans. A couple I reviewed here like The Cotton Cupcake Shoppe and Oldhat...both have things I NEED to buy for my children very soon. They both have early Spring birthdays so I can start putting things away after Christmas.

One artisan stood out above all in my books. She did not have a card so I am hoping that I have the name right because I wrote notes in a few places and now I have to rely on my terrible memory on which person sold which item. I believe it was Joy Eidse's beautiful quilts. I have sent her a message to be able to feature here soon and I will hopefully be able to share some photos of her amazing craft! She had this amazing quilt of the prairies where the wheat hand stitched just so that it stood out from the quilt and looked as though it could sway in the wind. The skies were had patterns stitched into it similar to Van Gogh's Starry Night. She hand died the fabrics and it looked like so much work.

I am a stickler for hand made kid things and knit wear so I was amazed at what was very happy at the booths. I am sure this sounds like a broken record but there were so many nice things. A few that I took notes on were:

Sweet Words
3trikes
Dick & Jane
My Clementine
Natasha Boone Illustration
Annie's Knit Toddler Booties
Oma Mary & Etsy site
Heike Eidse Rags and Regalia
Bethany Miller's Crocheting
Jill Zurzolo Handmade Bags

Other Artists, Musicians, and Photographers:
Julia Mark & Jewels and Ghouls Etsy site
Chandra Kremski LA.KAI Design
Janelle Loewen
Ali Tataryn Jewelry
Matthew James Zylstra Sawatzky & Hope and Humanity in the Former Transkei Book
Robin Fehr
Kalyn Falk & Jase Falk - Vash Industry Leather Workers

There were many others and I apologize that I didn't get to mention everyone. I was a little under the weather today so I didn't have my 100% to give today. If I missed anyone or if you would like to be featured here feel free to email me a handmadeinmanitoba@gmail.com.

I am pooped so that is all from me today. Goodnight everyone!!!