07 May 2013

who's with me?!

Not only is my brain swirling with "brilliant" ideas but i'm constantly inspired by so many things in my daily life. Whether it be a leaf shaped in a heart or someone doing something incredibly annoying ... it naturally gives me an idea for the world to see.. but when is there time to focus on SO many things?!  

keep reading....

15 March 2013

How does F/W13 look for Make More Happy?

So lucky spend time with Hannah & Kelty of The Weaver House a few weeks ago to shoot our looks for Fall/Winter 2013. Check out their blog for a couple more shots of the goodness to come. 

images via The Weaver House



09 March 2013

The start of something good....

Fall/Winter 2013-14 is going to rock your pants off.

I've been inspired to start a kids line this year. Lots of yarn testing, pattern designing, and testing on my nephew over and over again has led up mini versions of MMH staples (infinity cowl, tubular cowl, button scarflette, earwarmers) and added a fox, a bear and a dragon to the mix.

How does this look all together? Watch this amazing sneak peak into Fall & Winter 2013 video to find out!



Incredibly fantastically sweet and perfect right??!

I couldn't have done it without some VERY talented friends!!  

VIDEOGRAPHER/EDITOR: Danny S. Nim !! Want to watch some more of what he's got? Cause he's definitely got it.  See them over on his YouTube channel.

The faces "the MMH crew" in the video

MAKE-UP/STYLING: Nadia of Nadia-Artistry. Coordinator-Personal Shopper-Bag Hauler-Location Scout-Extraordinairet!

PHOTOGRAPHER: Angie of AK Photography. the beautiful face hidden behind the camera, official photographer for the debut kids line who also warmly welcomed us into your happy home and being the best hostess ever! (thanks to David too

STYLING/MODEL: Kimmy! The talent-connector-queen! Provided clothes, a pretty face plus 2 mini-cute faces & knowledge of all things/people awesome!

Last but not least:
MODELS: Avery & Quinn. The twins who made this video come alive. The love between two sisters can't be any more apparent when they enter the room. Their essence captures so beautifully!

More glimpses of this day, official photos and launch of "LITTLE HAPPINESS" will be coming soon! Make sure you LIKE us on facebook for latest news from us! Want to see through the eyes of MAKE MORE HAPPY? follow us on instagram.

And this is just half of it.. there's still the ADULTS line to show you!

xo!!





25 January 2013

for Vendors: Craft Show Dates and Applications

Applications for shows/fairs generally in Vancouver that are coming up and I wanted to share the list I made for myself for all the links, show dates, deadlines and fees.

Feel free to share with other makies/crafties!

Nifty for Fifty Sale
Date(s): Sunday, April 14, 2013
Application information: info (at) adhesifclothing.com
Venue: Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Blim (Monthly Market)
Dates: Sunday, February 17, 2013 & Sunday, March 17, 2013
Application Deadline: Apply soon! email: info (at) blim.ca
Application instructions
Application Fee: n/a
Table Cost: $60
Venue: Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Portobello West | Fashion & Art Market
Dates: Saturday, March 23 & Sunday, March 24, 2013 - Spring Opener
Application Deadline: Apply soon!
Application
Application Fee: n/a
Table Cost Range: Spring Opener: $225 - $350 + options
Venue: Creekside Community Centre, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC

*BONUS - If you are in the Spring Opener, you can apply to be with Portobello West at the BC Home & Garden Show  
Dates: Wednesday, February 20 - 24, 2013 *bonus 
Table Cost: $395
Venue: BC Place Stadium, Vancouver, BC
                   

Make It! Vancouver
Date(s): Friday, April 19, Saturday, April 20 & Sunday, April 21, 2013
Application Deadline: Thursday, February 14th , 2013
Application
Application Fee: n/a
Table Cost Range: $320 - $550 + options + tax 
Venue: The Croatian Cultural Centre - 3250 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC


Got Craft? 

Date(s): Saturday, April 27 & Sunday, 28, 2013
Application Deadline: Thursday, February 28, 2013
Application
Application Fee: $11.20
Table Cost Range: $225 - $275 + tax
Venue: Maritime Labour Centre - 1880 Triumph Street, Vancouver, BC


Re-Fresh Market
Date(s): Saturday, April 27, 2013
Application Deadline: Friday, March 1, 2013
Application
Application Fee: n/a
Table Cost Range: $95 - $110 + tax
Venue: West Coast Railway Heritage Park, 39645 Government Road, Squamish

Knit City | Knit Social

Date(s): Saturday, October 26 & Sunday, October 27, 2013
Application Deadline: Friday, March 1, 2013
Application
Application Fee: n/a

Table Cost Range: $195 - $770 + tax
Venue: Croatian Cultural Centre 3250 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC

Circle Craft
Dates: Thursday November 7 - Sunday November 11, 2013

Application Deadline: Friday, February 22, 2013
Application:
Application Fee: n/a

Table Cost Range: $1325 - $2185 + corner option $200-$300 + tax
*New exhibitor open space $60/sq ft. 
Venue: Vancouver Convention Centre West, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC

Crafty Affaire - Spring Market 
Date: Saturday, May 4, 2013
Application Deadline: Friday, March 1, 2013
Application
Application Fee: $10

Table Cost Range: $110-$125 + tax
Venue: Elgin Hall, 1420 Crescent Road, South Surrey, BC


Do you know of any other local events that are happening that you would like to inform your fellow makies/crafties about? Email us and we'll add it on. 

*please note that we do not guarantee time, dates and venues posted. For up-to-date information on the event make sure to look on the event website. YAY! 

24 January 2013

Giveaway | "One for you, One for me."


In-Betweener Season: the awkward time between Winter and Spring or Summer and Fall where you don't quite know what to wear. You end up putting on multiple layers, carrying around an umbrella in your bag, as well as rainboots in the car.. and.. you don't quite know if it will be too warm for the awesome knit cowl/scarf you got at Christmas. Thus, the "inbetweener cowl". Its unofficially official. Comes in four colors  frost, seafoam, grey fog and slate and two styles. Straight-up or Twisted. Both infinity cowls but 'twisted' has a twist in it. All made from a super-light warm wool that drapes beautifully over or under your coat. 




Continue reading for Giveaway details ....!! 

17 January 2013

HAPPY around the world

I always love seeing people wear MMH cowls/scarves and comment on how much they love them.. how soft, warm and snuggly they are.

It especially makes me happy when I send accessories to places that are not-Vancouver... not that Vancouver isn't special but its like part of me is travelling.