one of my favorite artists, shanna murray, has created a couple of special edition illustrated decals. 100% of the proceeds from these will go to aid for japan via shelterbox. so beautiful…
garland + mother teresa tiding: $35.00; mother teresa tiding: $15.00
to help raise funds for the earthquake and tsunami relief efforts in japan, confetti system is donating 100% of the proceeds of their handmade knot ornament to the red cross. for a donation of $30.00 or more, you will receive one of these special pieces. their response has been great so far and they will continue their contribution through the end of the month.
now through friday, march 25, the generous folks over at the mammoth collection are donating 100% of all profits to the doctors without borders emergency relief fund in an effort to aid japan. show your support for this great cause by picking up some beautiful art.
of that old time by adam hancher: $20.00 – $200.00; formal gathering by steven riddle: $20.00 – $200.00; colin saves the day by luke brookes: $20.00 – $800.00
how was your weekend? mine was a mix of unexpected fun, some stuff not-so-fun, and {thankfully} hanging with some friends. i had two whole days off in a row {which is rare for me} and it was nice. except for when i was waiting at a bus stop and saw a bicyclist get hit by a truck. the good news was that he was wearing a helmet. so, as a reminder for all of you who ride bikes around…
by yakkay in copenhagen, denmark.
by nutcase in portland, oregon.
by sawako furuno in london.
please, please be safe. i can’t believe how many people i see riding around the city without helmets. scary.
i just stumbled upon this project where 25 leading letterpress printers were asked to create 50 unique notebooks. they had free rein to do what ever they chose. the “feedback loop” collection of their limited edition books can be found over at the felt & wire shop where 100% of the proceeds will be going to design ignites change, supporting their school: by design youth mentorship program. you know, not that you needed a reason to own another beautiful letterpress notebook.
You can still get your shop on at ban.do where 25% of all sales through midnight tonight {Friday, January 22} will be donated to the people affected by the earthquake in Haiti.
The amazing Leslie of Feisty Elle has shared with me that she’ll be donating $15 for each item purchased now through January 31 to the Yele Haiti Earthquake Fund. You’ll have seen her stuff pop up here numerous times on Mixed Plate because I love her work and she’s a great gal. Thanks, Leslie!
After an aftershock shook Haiti Wednesday morning, it’s now more important than ever to do whatever we can to help out. I got an email from Cyd over at Smock regarding their generous donation offers. Shop their site today and tomorrow {January 20 – 21) and 100% of the sales will be donated to Doctors without Borders {an absolutely amazing organization, by the way}. I love their letterpress goods and gift wrap. Check it out…
There are a number of online places you can go to help with the relief efforts for the tragic earthquake that struck Haiti. If you’re not sure how you can help, Jenn over at Indie Fixx has coordinated a fundraiser for the Haitian people with 100% of the proceeds going to the Red Cross International Response Fund. There is a silent auction of items that have been generously donated by indie crafters, artists and designers. She will post a new batch of items each day that you can bid on. Please help out if you can and go here for all the info.
ps – here’s some info via Victoria of other participants. Jan also has another great list. Thanks to everyone who is helping out in any way. Remember that every little bit helps.
So I’ve been following Melisser of The Urban Housewife and her journey to opening the doors of her San Francisco based vegan bakery, Sugar Beat Sweets. I was more excited when I saw Natalie of my beloved Bake and Destroy post about this opportunity for all of us to help out. The bakery will be the source for egg- and dairy-free artisan yummy goodness that uses organic and local ingredients whenever possible. Melisser started Sugar Beat Sweets back in 2007 as a custom order and wholesale bakery. She’s currently working to open the city’s first all-vegan and women-owned bakery storefront along with co-owners Jordan, Erika, and Jennifer. Exciting! Wanna help out? Check out this shirt collabo with Herbivore Clothing Company. A brilliant fundraising shirt. Proceeds from the sales will help in the opening process. These gals are not only talented bakers but also give a lot of their time to animal rights groups, so please help spread the word.
You know you want this shirt…
I forgot that I had bookmarked the Project Optimism website for Mixed Plate. Shame on me. I had such a wonderful day yesterday that I thought I’d share some happy with you all. I love Reed Seifer‘s work which includes his optimism buttons that was part of his senior art thesis back in 1995 while he attended Clark University. Since that time, his designs have been included in the collections of universities, museums, and Ms. Martha Stewart. Check it out…
Jar of Optimism Buttons: $24.95:
This is for all of us tape lovers. You know who you are…
?!: $18.00:
Kimberly Scola of chez-sucre-chez is a sweetie. Not only do I adore her embroidered artwork {you’ve seen it on Mixed Plate a few times}, but I love how she supports her mama. Kimberly was invited to participate in a little project called Spoonful. She was dreaming up ideas of what to contribute and brilliantly came up with stitching 99 Red Balloons. Of course, the task would take a lot of time and planning. Realistically she decided that 9 would do the trick. Once finished with the project she wondered what she would do with those pieces. Kimberly had her “A-HA” moment! Her mom is taking part in a two day bike ride to raise money and awareness for the effort to find a cure for MS. What better way to help her mom raise the money, have you donate to a good cause and get a lovely bit of artwork in the process.
aloha! i’m Liana. this is my site. i am not a professional writer. i pretty much just write the way i talk. it’s fun meeting new online friends and introducing these amazing artists. i’ll do my best to keep you entertained.
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