Debuting this Saturday... Confectionique!

If you're in the area this weekend you simply CANNOT miss the debut of Confectionique in Middleton. It is a treat for the senses, in inspiration for your soul. You'll surely find a treasure or two just calling your name... This place is hard to resist!

This fabulous monthly market shop is the inspiration of Jessica and Anastasia, crafting sisters at heart. From their blog, a concise description of the wonderland they've created:

"We are two crafting sisters dedicated to finding forgotten vintage trinkets and crafting them into treasures. Confectionique is a monthly craft market where we get a chance to show our crafts as well as treasures created by other local artists/crafters. Let us bring a bit of "joie de vivre" to your Saturday! And thanks for taking a peek of Confectionique!"

Truly magical...

wonderfully whimsical...

indeed an inspiration!

I'm honored to be a part of first ever Saturday Confectionique market along with my friend Beth from Green Cricket Salvage. It will be open from 10 am to 4 pm this Saturday, April 24th, and is located at Morey Airport in Middleton. Be sure and mark your calendar with these upcoming Market dates:

May 8
May 22
June 19
July 11 (Sunday market)

Say HI to Jessica and Anastasia for me when you stop in to check it out... I will be vending at the Spring Fling Craftacular the same day. Wish I could be two places at once!

XOXO Molly

Going Yo Yo!!

With two shows coming up this weekend I've been busy preparing a few new items for Whimsy House... going Yo Yo! I've always loved the cheerful nature of fabric yoyos and have a few beautiful genuine vintage table runners in my collection. Inspired by these treasures I've come up with yoyo rings, earrings and pins all fashioned from vintage feedsack themed fabric with old buttons, beads and flower findings.

tiny yoyo rings

dangles

post earrings

just about ready for the shows

Aren't they fun and perfect for spring into summer? I just love them... hope you do too! Looking forward to the Spring Fling Craftacular and Confectionique Market April 24th... Hope to see you there.

XOXO Molly

Spring Fling Craftacular... One Week Away!

Happy Friday! I'm counting down the days now until the SPRING FLING CRAFTACULAR coming to The High Noon Saloon in Madison, WI on April 24th from 10 am to 4 pm.

Sending these little lovelies off for the swag bag along with a special store offer. Be one of the first 25 to arrive and you will be one lucky swag bag holder.

vintage inspired yoyo posey pins

It's going to be an amazing show - lots of local talent! Hope to see you there...

XOXO Molly

Tax Day Sale!

Because this anti-accounting artsy fartsy girl is SOOOO relieved to have her taxes done...

It's TAX DAY SALE time!

20% off site wide!

Simply note "tax day" in the notes to seller box at check out and I will promptly refund your discount. A great opportunity to buy yourself a gift or shop for Mother's Day.

I hope you have a great day!

XOXO Molly

Crafty Superstar

After a gorgeous Easter weekend, we have a very rainy day here in Wisconsin. Perfect for a good read! I just finished Crafty Superstar - have you read it?

Here's the short and sweet on what author Grace Dobush writes:

"Crafty Superstar offers you a wealth of information and advice about selling your crafty goods part-time, whether it is online, through local start-up boutiques or at indie craft shows. Not only is author Grace Dobush a crafter, but she also maintains a full-time job while selling her handmade goods for extra cash on the side. She is joined by experts in the industry who all share their own advice and stories, helping you to determine how and where to sell your handmade wares."
Description taken from MyCraftivityStore.com

I learned about this book when it was discovered that our local Indie Craft Market known as the Craftacular is featured as one of the Major North American Indie Craft Markets. Awesome news for founder Naomi Richardson at Glitterworkshop as well as all who vend there - an honor.

I would recommend this read to anyone starting out in the Indie Craft world as well as the veterans who need a little boost. Inspiring, funny and chalk full of good business advice from many successful and well known Indie artists. Pick up your copy today!

XOXO Molly

Front Page News!

Can't believe Whimsy House made Etsy's front page again - a true honor. Rings have been so popular lately... better stock the shop good and full.


XOXO Molly

Spring Fling Craftacular...

Spring Fling Craftacular... SAVE THE DATE!

Madison's own indie craft show is back for a spring event! Join us on April 24th at the High Noon Saloon where over 20 local artists and crafters will be selling their creations.

You can shop for everything from jewelry, to housewares, to clothing while sipping a cocktail and supporting your local art community! More info to come...

XOXO Molly