What we have been working on lately … July 11, 2008

  You know, I do believe that crafting is a winter sport. Here in Minnesota the summer season is so dreadfully short that we hang outside whenever possible.  It is hard to sew, knit, print or  assemble anything when all you want to do is go to the beach. Here are a couple of shots                                                             of things Angela and I have been working on.  

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Hard day at work?

This is Hank, he’s a real looker. These mini ties are the hottest thing going! Our customers that have bought them have come back to us raving! Taking the dogs on walks they are stopped time and time again. Available at i like you!    

  Angela has been hard at work knitting. Knitting in 90 degree temperatures doesn’t seem right, right? She’s very good at planning ahead we will be ready for the fall season on time! These are a stroke of genius! A hat and scarf combo, and a super cute one at that!Her applique scarves have also been a huge hit! The perfect weight for cool summer nights.

 

I know that some people think that leg warmers are not cool … those people are wrong. I said it, leg warmers are not only cool but sexy. A short skirt and a great pair of leg warmers … yum.

At i like you we stock leg warmers for adults, as well as bees knees baby and child size leg warmers.

More introductions … July 10, 2008

 

 

Nora of Bodylish

Doesn’t Nora of Bodylish look like she is having a great time at our February show? What could be a better Valentines Day gift than some of her delicious Hot-n-Hunky soap. It smells of Lavender and Cassia – my favorite, although her Cowgirl soap is a very close second!

 

Journals

Stephanie of Phantom Limb creates some of the greatest journals I’ve ever seen! If you are a list maker, record keeper, a diary writer, a journal devotee or know someone who is – this is a gift that would be treasured.

Phantom Limb is based out of Detroit, we love having her as a part of i like you.

 

 

 

 

 

How great are Sinister Bags!!

Hello Sinister Bags!

We love the quality, we love the images, the colors -

We love them all!  And we love how sweet the hands are that make them! Erin, it is always a pleasure to have you at our shows.

Hello Summer! July 10, 2008

 

lovely, ... simply lovely.

It is finally here! …. summer. Freckles and sun sweet skin.   I am going to do my best to catch-up and introduce you to some of the many artists that make up i like you. We are lucky enough to work with some really talented and beautiful artists from the twin cities area and beyond. Many of these artists participate in our Handmaiden MPLS shows. I have not yet posted pictures from the events … yet. Here are some snaps from the shows:  

Jennie Lanners Pottery

We do not currently carry Jennie Lanners Pottery, however we hope to soon! We love the crisp illustration, clean and simple – simply beautiful.  

Jewelry by Lucky Lotus

Aren’t they great? Truly unique, unusual but delicate. Lucky Lotus really has a wonderful talent in combining colors.

 

Too Many Suitors

Too Many Suitors is the brain child of one of my favorite people we’ve met since opening i like you – Sara Lintner, or Slintner as her friends get to call her.

Sara was our booth neighbor at the Crafted Together show in White Bear Lake this spring. She was a pleasure to be next to – so much so we placed her next to us at our May show!!

*I’ll introduce you to more artists tomorrow – this party is getting so crowded! *sweet dreams green beans*

So many events!!! So little time!ww April 16, 2008

My hands have been so busy! Making! Making! Making! … obviously not blogging.

I have so many terrific sales to tell you all about!

You do not want to miss the third annual St. Paul Craftstravaganza!! It is one of the best shows of the year!

It is so much fun to be apart of!! Angela and I will have a booth along with 78 other fabulous indie crafters. The big event is Sat. April 26th, in the Fine Arts Building at the MN State Fairgrounds. For info go to www.craftstravaganza.com 

Free admission, Workshops all day long! Live Music! 

The sale opens at 9am – you’ll want to get there early to get a swag bag!!!

Craftstravaganza should get your craftbuds watering!! After a show like that you’ll be wanting more!!

We’re happy to oblige! Sun. May 4th is our next show!

Handmaiden Mpls Spring Fling – Indie Craft Formal!!!

Feel free to wear your bedazzled prom dress – we will be!

This is our 3rd show, and it promises to be just as great as the last two!!

We host our sales at the Ballentine VFW ( Lake & Lyndale- MPLS)

Who can beat $2.oo Bloody Mary’s until 1:oo??

For more info go to www.the-handmaidens.blogspot.com

The Handmaiden Mpls sale comes just 1 day after the Crafted together sale in White Bear Lake!

This show is hosted by the lovely women at Truly. For more info on that sale go to www.craftedtogether.com

*I will try to put more info and a pic. about this sale*

Oh My! I am a terrible blogger! March 12, 2008

It has come to my attention that I am by far the world’s worst blogger! How do you people has time for everything! I guess I must move blogging from the bottom of my “to do” list to the upper 3rd. Maybe that way I’ll actually get it done!So news on the i like you front is …. Angela and Josh got hitched this last weekend!!See! we have been busy. I’ll post a picture as soon as I get my hands on one!! 

Handmaiden MPLS Make Out Goods!! January 29, 2008

So our Valentines Day Show is fast approaching! Sun. Feb. 10th,  10am – 6pm,  2916 Lyndale Ave south Minneapolis MN 55408 – 50+ local artists and crafters !!!come check it out!! 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! January 2, 2008

2008 – the year of the crafts!
So many huge events to look forward to!!
The Handmaiden MPLS girls are hosting another craft show!! The 1st one went so well, we thought we’d better do it again!
Mark your calendars – Sunday Feb. 1oth, Uptown VFW!!!
Check out their blog: www.the-handmaidens.blogspot.com
or email any questions to: handmaidenmpls@gmail.com

holiday ornament show!! November 14, 2007

i like you is hosting a holiday ornament show at the store!!
wine and snacks will be served-
sat. nov. 24th 4 -7pm
come by to see what our fabulous artists have come up with!

two cute girls October 10, 2007

you’re askin’ for pictures …..you got ‘em!!
i hope you guys realize that there are almost 6,000 pictures on my computer.

exactly 6 of them are of me.

god, it’s amazing …. this girl never looks like she’s having any fun!

chicago renegade September 26, 2007

5am comes early, no matter what time you go to bed.
On the road, well kind-of. We had to pull over to check the oil, and of course the tire pressure …. who knew??
The thought of sleeping never crossed our minds, we were on our way – on our way to chicago, to freedom, to inspiration, to bad on the road food, to lack of sleep, to endless laughter and most of all to check out all these amazing crafters who edged us out of the running for a booth at the RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR.
We got to the fair about 1:45 – we made pretty good time. I must say, there were many booths – and many empty booths (that we would have been happy to fill!) Lots of good ideas, many talented artists! It was really nice to see some of our lovely artists and friends there doing well!! Check out these photos:Emily of EKRA Naomi, of Glitter Workshop Caryn of Fiery Lion Designs
I do have a few annoyances …. you know there are 2 sides to every coin-
Like, how mant t-shirts does it take to fill a craft fair? If you ask at Renegade the answer would be about 50%. -not that they weren’t cute, because thay were … I bought a couple. I just wanted a variety, I craved things I had not yet seen. My cravings were not satisfied.
There were booths that I would say were simply lovely, color – texture – and overall beauty.
And there were booths that felt like they were sticking out their tongues at me and singing “we got in and you didn’t!!!”
I know that is just the way it goes … but I also know we would have been a great addition to their show!
I also know I was far more verbal about all of this after a couple of mojitos!!
All in all, the trip was fab!
A huge thanks to those who made it possible!!!
Rach for providing a great place to sleep, and Mom & Becca Jo for taking care of the store!!
We love you all!
By the way, this is the only picture of me taken during the trip – ’cause I always have the camera.
I’ll work on getting in more action shots.