Archive for May, 2009
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Rockstar Sponsor Feature: Brilliant Beads
Hooray, and welcome to our first Rockstar Sponsor Feature! Let me introduce you to Gillian of Briliant Beads...a fantabulous jewellery maker and glass artist! Gillian is currently being featured in the Creator Spotlight over at Icraft. Hop on
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Saturday Showcase: Revelate
a. Turquoise Wheel, Copper Pendant: This large donut of stabilized turquoise has been wrapped with a complex swirling design. The bail has been woven intricately as well, large enough to accommodate a thick cord or chain. b. Golden Threads S
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Friday’s Tidbit: Nifty Mushrooms from The Little Red Door
There are so many nifty items I could have choosen to feature fromThe Little Red Door, but since I loooooove all things mushroom-y, I settled on these little beauties. Each mushroom is sold separately, but I thought this pic shows off a bit of th
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Captain Blood: An Indie Comic authored by Matthew Shepherd
It's been a while since I've featured a book on IndieNorth, so I'm terribly pleased to introduce you to author Matthew Shepherd. Matt's been working on a comic adaptation of what he considers "the single greatest damn pirate novel of all time":Â
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Earth Friendly Shop: Northern Baby
It seems to me that a good many of the women I know are going to be having babies in the next little while, so I was thrilled to be directed to Northern Baby...a pretty little etsy shop stocked full of cloth diapers, wipes and inserts  made from o
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Peppermaster’s Sexy Salsa Financing Project
Many of you will remember our post about Peppermaster: A Culinary Adventure...spicey, yummy sauces and mashes made from locally produced and fair trade sourced hot peppers. Well, it would seem that they could use a bit of a hand...here's Tina B
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Earth Friendly Contest Sponsored by Kootsac!
Okay folks, here's your chance to win a fabulous eco-prize, courtesy of Morgen from Kootsac! Kootsac bags are an alternative to throwaway plastic bags for bulk food and produce. They are lightweight, strong, washable and reusable and are des
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And the winners of advertising space with indienorth are:
Good morning! Thanks so much to everyone who entered our contest for ad space on IndieNorth! The winners are as follows: The winner of the static ad: Karley of She Sews Lovely: Looks like all that persistance paid off! :) And three runner
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Gallery: Treats for Teachers
Ginko Leaf Fused Glass Purse Hanger, by Penny Glass Girl:Â These purse hangers are a great accessory, especially for those who love bags and purses (like me!). The hanger sits on top of a table surface and hangs your bag underneath the table,
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Saturday Showcase: Beautiful Beads
a. Blue Skies Bracelet by Celtic Crossing: This is a lovely blue toned memory wire bracelet. With memory wire you have no clasp and all you have to do is wrap it around your wrist and viola! b. Lemongrass Earrings by Meshbeads: green silve
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Friday’s Tidbit: Cheery Cherry Lunchbag from Refashionista
I'm loving all the Earth Friendly goodies I've been finding among Canadian Indie Businesses lately! Case in point is this sweet reusable lunchbag from Refashionista! This cheerful cloth lunch bag adds a little whimsy to the day. Made from 100%
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Shop Profile: rikrak
I am over the moon in love with  rikrak...a fabulous shop kept stocked with bright and cheerful hand sewn wallets, coasters, notions and business card holders, many made from rescued vintage fabrics.   Kristal manages to marry her brilliant d
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Helping Out: Comfort Dolls & ICROSS Canada
Today I'd like to introduce you to an absolutely terrific charity program, tailor made for the arty/crafty community. The Comfort Doll project for ICROSS Canada. This is just such an awesome charity on so many levels...I'm sure you're going to
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Bath and Body: Hint of Eden
Oooo, I love beautiful handmade soap! And I love all the gorgeous soapies Nancy from Hint of Eden has to offer! There's something so right about a nice chunky bar of soap, mixed together from skin nourishing oils and butters, laced with essential
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Contest for Canadian Indies, sponsored by IndieNorth!
Okay folks, let's try this again!  Last month this contest was a hoot, once we managed to work around the overachiever of a spam filter we have here at IndieNorth, and I wanna do it again! You Canadian Indie-business folks work hard, right?Â
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And the winner of a fabuous Eco Coffee Sleeve from She Sews Lovely is:
Lori Beauchamp ! Congratulations Lori, I hope you really enjoy your fabulous new coffee sleeve!…please be sure to let us know what you pick!! Lori won with this comment: my fav is definitly the custom felt baby books. i’m also following y
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Impromptu Gallery! Hot Bright and Happy!
Geometric Everydays set of 6 cards and envelopes by modernemotive:Â Send your friends notes stylishly with these uniquely patterned note cards. Available in multiple colors and greetings - or a combination. Your choice! Firey Fused Glass Pe
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It’s All About Meeeee! (Teaser)
Ha, ha! Seriously, if there's one thing I'm terribly uncomfortable about, it's self promotion, but as I gear up for the "Super Duper Grand Official Online Opening" of my company in June, I figure I'd best at least put the word out there, ya know?Â
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Tidbits: Tangle Bangle from Wabi Brook Studio
It isn't very often that I feature a piece of jewellery for Friday's Tidbit, but I happened upon this fabulous bracelet on the Wabi Brook Studio Blog, and I just had to share it with everyone! While out walking recently, I saw a tangled thicke
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