Operation Utilize Supplies (OUS) :: Project No. 1

I should get super duper multi points for this post! Because: (a) it's my second post for today; and (b) I've used multiple hoarded supplies!

Firstly, not very excitingly however, I primed a 6" x 8" canvas board and a 2" x 2" stretched canvas. I am hoping to work on the canvas board tonight.

Secondly, and this one is exciting, I've finally cracked into my Doodlebug Sugar Coating Gitter assortment! I've only had it since February and haven't opened it once! I've just stared at the pretty colors in the adorable little jars. The reason it hasn't been touched is because I was afraid that I'd go through the glitter too fast! But there is a deceivingly large amount of glitter in each of those jars! Check it out:

 So I'm over a couple of my little bumps. I shall be using more canvas in the future. I will most definitely be using more glitter in the future! (Probably to Husband's dismay. I'm pretty sure he'll be coming home to glittered cats one of these nights!)

*Deep exhale* So far so good... no crying or throwing things. Let's see if we can keep this up! What Supplies have you Utilized today?

Get Over It!

I have a problem. I think I've mentioned it before. I am a hoarder. I like to "save" my craft supplies: canvas, paper, embellishments... even paint! I'm afraid I'm going to waste them by making something ugly. I hate throwing things away.

I made this last night:

It didn't come out right. I hate it. I was experimenting with crackle medium. It doesn't work on canvas board and it makes it look like I don't know how to paint solid white lines! So what do I do with it? Throw it away?

I could tell within the first few minutes it wasn't going to be what I wanted. I was tempted to give up. But I'm trying something new. I'm trying to use my supplies. But it hurts...like physically. My mind screams, "You're wasting it!" "You'll never be able to find that *insert supply here* again!" "It's ugly...you'll just end up throwing it away!"

So. I'm starting Operation Utilize Supplies (OUS). And I'm going to post the projects whether I love them or not. I'm not going to commit to a daily thing... that's too much pressure. But I am going to post everything... even if it's hideous! However, I still have to figure out what to do with pieces that I abhor... any suggestions?

SUNDAY 10/25! COME SEE ME at the BAZAAR OF THE BIZARRE!

I'd like to apologize to everyone for not being at the Underground Craft Show at Torched Studio today. Unfortunately Hubby came down with a cold/flu-type dealie and decided to share. ;) So today was a stay-at-home-and-recuperate day and I'm feeling much better. 

I will be attending the Bazaar of the Bizarre tomorrow (Sunday 10/25). The details are below! It promises to be a frightfully good time with art, music and candy!

I will also be attending the Underground Craft Shows scheduled for November 28th and December 12th! 

Thanks for your understanding (esp. Yvonne!) and get-well wishes! See you tomorrow!

 BAZAAR of the BIZARRE!

Sunday, October 25, 2009

11:00am - 7:00pm

Pia Bouman School of Dance

6 Noble Street

Toronto ON

http://thebazaarofthebizarre.org/

Plastik Wrap is pleased to announce, that we are taking over the organization of "The Bazaar of the Bizarre 2009" from The Royal Sarcophagus Society. RSS will be working with us to insure a smooth transition. We thank them for all of their support and input.

If you have not been a part of the last bazaar and do not know what to expect...it is a Halloween Marketplace!

Artists, clothing designers, craft-folk, publishers and other independent makers of all things exotic, whimsical and macabre are encouraged to join us for this eccentric emporium of curious crafts, to be held Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 6 Noble Street (Queen West of Dufferin).

We are quite excited about it being THE Halloween shopping destination.

Bizarre Vendors:

* Baby's First BOO!
* Batwings & Battleaxes
* Beat Black
* Bibelot Forest
* Biomechanical Candy
* Bird at the Window
* BitchCraft
* Burning Effigy Press
* ChiZine Publications
* Creepy Christine
* Cristina Campolieto
* Curious Oddities
* Dirty Little Secrets
* Eden Bachelder Fine Art and Illustration
* Edenwool
* Freya's Braids Handcrafted Jewelry
* Joey Suriano
* Kaotic Ekko's Curiosities
* Magda Trzaski
* Monster Kookies
* Monster Muffin
* My Ghoul Friday
* neatTreats
* Plague Doctor Apparel
* Plastik Wrap
* Random Pretty Things
* Retro G Couture
* Sci Feye Candy
* Sew Scary
* She's Batty Designs
* Sick On Sin
* Sword in the Stone Crafts
* The Gnarled Branch
* The Royal Sarcophagus Society
* To Die For Designs
* Undeadclothingco
* Valkyria Art & Jewellery
* Victorian Charm Jewelry
* vintagelove
* WORN Fashion Journal


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THIS WEEKEND (10/24 & 10/25)! COME SEE ME! Underground Craft Fair and Bazaar of the Bizarre!

Kaotic Ekko's Curiosities is thrilled to be vending at the following shows this weekend!!!

The retail store you enter the studio from is called "Boba" (storefront is bright yellow)

UNDERGROUND CRAFT SHOW

Saturday, October 24, 2009

12:00pm - 6:00pm

Torched Studio

557 Queen Street West

Toronto ON

http://www.wix.com/undergroundcraft/show

The first of 3 craft shows at Torched Studio.

Spend your money on something healthier than Halloween candy.

Featuring jewellery, bags, silk screened t-shirts, steampunk, soap, rockabilly and vintage items.

November show - Saturday the 28th.
December show - Saturday the 12th.



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 BAZAAR of the BIZARRE!

Sunday, October 25, 2009

11:00am - 7:00pm

Pia Bouman School of Dance

6 Noble Street

Toronto ON

http://thebazaarofthebizarre.org/

Plastik Wrap is pleased to announce, that we are taking over the organization of "The Bazaar of the Bizarre 2009" from The Royal Sarcophagus Society. RSS will be working with us to insure a smooth transition. We thank them for all of their support and input.

If you have not been a part of the last bazaar and do not know what to expect...it is a Halloween Marketplace!

Artists, clothing designers, craft-folk, publishers and other independent makers of all things exotic, whimsical and macabre are encouraged to join us for this eccentric emporium of curious crafts, to be held Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 6 Noble Street (Queen West of Dufferin).

We are quite excited about it being THE Halloween shopping destination.

Bizarre Vendors:

* Baby's First BOO!
* Batwings & Battleaxes
* Beat Black
* Bibelot Forest
* Biomechanical Candy
* Bird at the Window
* BitchCraft
* Burning Effigy Press
* ChiZine Publications
* Creepy Christine
* Cristina Campolieto
* Curious Oddities
* Dirty Little Secrets
* Eden Bachelder Fine Art and Illustration
* Edenwool
* Freya's Braids Handcrafted Jewelry
* Joey Suriano
* Kaotic Ekko's Curiosities
* Magda Trzaski
* Monster Kookies
* Monster Muffin
* My Ghoul Friday
* neatTreats
* Plague Doctor Apparel
* Plastik Wrap
* Random Pretty Things
* Retro G Couture
* Sci Feye Candy
* Sew Scary
* She's Batty Designs
* Sick On Sin
* Sword in the Stone Crafts
* The Gnarled Branch
* The Royal Sarcophagus Society
* To Die For Designs
* Undeadclothingco
* Valkyria Art & Jewellery
* Victorian Charm Jewelry
* vintagelove
* WORN Fashion Journal


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TODAY!!! (10/18) See Kaotic Ekko's Curiosities @ THE MIDNIGHT MARKET!

MIDNIGHT MARKET
Sunday, October 18, 2009
7:00pm - ?
Augusta House
152 Augusta Ave.
Toronto, ON 
*map at end of post*

The Midnight Market provides a space for artists to make connections, socialize, build community, sell and exhibit their work and have FUN! This is a dance art party....

The night is filled with performances, DJs and hosts up to 20 varied art makers from craft and design to photography and painting.

Aritsts:
Heidi Gabriela
dAeve Fellows
Amanda Ho
Donna and Emma Reel
Devon Lang Wilton
Priya Narasimhan
TKO Creations
Stella Cade
Emma Smith
Melissa Hamel-Smith
Yoko Nomura-Kurukuru Crafts
Plaental Dream
Numero Seis
Anthony Vilanova
Katelyn Di Giulio
Stephen Carroll

Performances:
Olivia Davies and  Robin Howell
Wolf J McFarlane
Brescia Bloodbeard and Ally Greey

DJ
Kalmplex Seen

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See Me This Weekend: Comrades in Craft - 10/17 and Midnight Market 10/18 !!!

Kaotic Ekko's Curiosities will be vending at the following venues this weekend! 

Come out and see me!

COMRADES IN CRAFT

Saturday, October 17, 2009

10:00am - 4:00pm

St. David's Church Hall

49 Donlands Ave.

Toronto, ON

*map at end of post*

Not your Granny’s macramé – Comrades in Craft is a showcase of Toronto area indie crafters – a revolving cast of creative types who recycle, re-purpose and craft hack their handmade goods. Organized by Andrew Duff and Danielle Holke, the show aims to celebrate do-it-yourself crafting by bringing together like-minded makers and devotees to sell, share and socialize.

Comrades in Craft: a DIY arts and crafts uprising!

OCTOBER 17 SHOW VENDORS INCLUDE...

DEBI BRENNEN – HANDBAGS, CLUTCHES & JEWELRY
VICTORIA COWAN – DRAWINGS & GREETING CARDS
KARIN DAFONTE – FUSED GLASS JEWELRY
DANA DE KUYPER – DOLLS & SILKSCREENED WEAR
ANDREW DUFF – HAND-PAINTED POTS & COLLAGES
ELIZABETH ELLIOTT – KID’S CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
MELISSA HAMEL-SMITH – VOODOO DOLLS & CARDS
DANIELLE HOLKE – BOTTLE CAP JEWELRY
BECKY JOHNSON – ARTIST BUTTON SETS
ANDREW KELLNER – HANDCRAFTED POTTERY
MICHELLE KEYES – HALLOWEEN GOODIES
JENNIFER MORRIS – UNIQUE WEARABLE ART
DEEDEE MOSCOE – CROCHETED WIRE JEWELRY
SHARON MULHOLLAND – CATNIP-FILLED CAT TOYS
PRIYA NARASIMHAN – BOTANICAL BATH & BODY GOODS
LISA PIJUAN-NOMURA – COLLAGE ART
LEENA SALEM – FOAM CD HOLDERS & CARDS
DREW SAUVEUR – SILKSCREENED T-SHIRTS
CATHERINE WOOD – HAND-EMBROIDERED CARDS & DECOR
KRISTEN WULFF – CUFFLINKS, BUTTONS & MORE

* THIS IS A CASH ONLY EVENT *

Full Details and Artist Profiles: http://www.comradesincraft.com

Follow Comrades in Craft on twitter: http://www.twitter.com/comradesincraft

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MIDNIGHT MARKET

Sunday, October 18, 2009

7:00pm - ?

Augusta House

152 Augusta Ave.

Toronto, ON 

*map at end of post*

The Midnight Market provides a space for artists to make connections, socialize, build community, sell and exhibit their work and have FUN! This is a dance art party....

The night is filled with performances, DJs and hosts up to 20 varied art makers from craft and design to photography and painting.

Aritsts:
Heidi Gabriela
dAeve Fellows
Amanda Ho
Donna and Emma Reel
Devon Lang Wilton
Priya Narasimhan
TKO Creations
Stella Cade
Emma Smith
Melissa Hamel-Smith
Yoko Nomura-Kurukuru Crafts
Plaental Dream
Numero Seis
Anthony Vilanova
Katelyn Di Giulio
Stephen Carroll

Performances:
Olivia Davies and Robin Howell
Wolf J McFarlane
Brescia Bloodbeard and Ally Greey

DJ
Kalmplex Seen

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Tricks that Treat!! Mysterion's Halloween Burlesque and Variety Hootenany

Tricks that Treat!! 

Mysterion's Halloween Burlesque and Variety Hootenany!

Tuesday, Oct. 13

9:30pm-?

Mitzis Sister

1554 Queen West

Toronto, ON

Kaotic Ekko's Curiosities is thrilled to announce that we will be vending at this amazing Mini Circus being put on by Mysterion! Come by to wish him a Happy 30th Birthday!

From the Facebook Event:

WOW what a freakishly ghoulish night of incredible burlesque, sideshow, and rock and roll from beyond the Grave. It's Mysterion's 30th Birthday on the 31st but due to an unfortunate event about to occur that will render a show then impossible, we will be celebrating Halloween at Mitzis Sister on Oct 13th with a variety of KILLER acts.

Joining us are The Sara and Jeff show (Sara Skellington and Jeff of the Matadors), The amazing hula sensation Sadie Spins, 2009 female vocalist of the year Ginger St.James, Starlight Burlesque's Emmanuelle Le Gitane, Legendary magician and escapist Michael Telstarr, The always hilarious Sketchy the Clown, Comedian Ryan Markey, The terrifying Boil-esque of Molly Mishap, Hex appeal of Cerise Noir and Fionna Flauntit, and the rubber girl St.Stella. Belly dancer Aviva and the bizarre magic of Sia Synn, Wolfman and Doctor Mysterion and much much more!!

We are starting this one early as it's a night guaranteed filled to the cauldrons brim of incredible and terrifying acts!!! Over 20 planned!!! and the best part is it's a recommended donation of only $5 admission !!! Tricks that treat!!

Vendors- Boudoir photography, Kaotic Ekko's Curiosities, and Ankixa Risk Jewelery on hand so you can get an early pressie for that special someone- Me (wink!)

 
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