The Ladies of LIDL

Usually my blog posts are about the latest GoGo Craft project or event, but I'm changing it up to tell you about the amazing women of LIDL (short for Ladies Independent Design League).  This is an amazing group of artists, illustrators, photographers, and crafters that meet weekly to discuss ideas, projects, business, or just life.  I am proud to say that I am part of this group, and these women are a constant source of inspiration and support in my life.  

Read on to see what these talented gals have been up to this week...

Cindy Ann

Things have been clicking into place for Cindy Ann and she has some exciting thing on the horizon.  Read more here.  And for those of you in the UK you can now get your hands on her cards at Must Get A Card. 

Jen

Jen's in Istanbul! She's busy filling her sketchbook with drawings inspired by some of the city's amazing sites (it's even possible her 2012 calendar will have a lot of Byzantine and Ottoman influences). Check out her photos here.

Mati

Mati is excited to have her lucky elephant art displayed in NYC on Pier 1's windows! She never thought when she started to be an artist that she would ever have her art blown up larger than life in NYC!! Mati's husband Hugh reported yesterday on a shopping trip to Pier 1 to get a basket, "Wait, that's my wife's art all over the gift cards!". Yay! He brought one home for Mati to see :)

Stef

Stef has been getting ready for The Instant Magic workshop coming to Teahouse

next weekend.  Along with preparing for her first wedding Photoshoot this weekend!

Steph

Having just done a couple of 2-day craft shows in a row, Steph is stoked to be gearing up for her next event: Hello Etsy with CCA! She'll be teaching an Etsy Shop Tune-Up workshop and leading some rad crafting tables with her fellow I Heart Art: SF volunteers on September 18th in San Francisco.

Willo

Photo Credit: Stephanie Renee

Willo's been having a blast consulting cool clients like San Francisco designer feistyelle, who makes beautiful laser-cut felt jewelry, and tech startup Stitch Labs - who's revolutionizing inventory management for small businesses.  She's also putting the final touches on her latest WilloToons Connect episode, that launches next week, and it's going to be amazing! 

Amelia

Photo Credit: Stephanie Renee
Yup, that's me.  Just one of the photos from my "grownup" portrait session with the talented photographer Stefanie Renee.  Not only did Stef make me feel totally relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera but hanging out with her was a blast!  This week I've been gearing up for my first workshop in the SpaceCraft: Mini Plushie series, launching this Monday, Sept 12th from 4-5:30pm at the Visitation Valley Public Library Branch.  Come join me if you want to learn to make a retro spaceship, astronaut, or alien plushie for FREE!

New Fall Line Up: SpaceCraft Workshops

Mini Plushie Workshop

PLUSHIES IN SPACE!  This fall GoGo Craft is launching two out-of-this-world SpaceCraft workshops at San Francisco Public Libraries.  These workshops will be featured as part of the One City One Book: San Francisco Reads, an annual citywide literary event that encourages the SF community to read the same book and then discuss the book at a series of cool events throughout the city.  This year's book, Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void, is by local author Mary Roach.

These classes are FREE!  But space is limited so call now to reserve a spot.   Perfect for teen and adult crafters of any level!  Materials, tips, and tricks provided.  More details on the workshops here.

SpaceCraft: Mini Plushie Workshop 
Monday, September 12 at 4-5:30pm
Visitacion Valley Branch – 201 Leland Ave., SF
Limited to 15 participants. Call 355.2848 to reserve a spot.


Sunday, September 18 at 2-3:30pm
Ingleside Branch – 1298 Ocean Ave., SF
Limited to 15 participants. Call 355.2898 to reserve a spot.

SpaceCraft: Upcycled Cup Cozy

Sunday, October 30 – 2-3:30pm
Presidio Branch – 3150 Sacramento St., SF
Limited to 15 participants. Call 355.2880 to reserve a spot.


Monday, November 7th - 6:30-8pm
Sunset Branch – 1305 18^th Ave., SF
Limited to 15 participants. Call 355.2808 to reserve a spot.

Upcycled Cup Cozy

Fabric Flower Pin Workshop

Fabric Flower Pin

Tuesday, July 26th 7-9pm

In need of an accessory for a party or a wedding?  Join GoGo Craft at the fabulous Teahouse Studio in Berkeley, CA on Tuesday, July 26th from 7-9pm and spruce up your wardrobe with a one-of-a kind garden-inspired accessory.  

GoGo Craft will teach you how to make one or both of these beautiful Fabric Flower Pins.  And if pins aren’t your thing then turn your flower into a hair accessory! This project is perfect for crafters of any skill level.  Workshop fee includes refreshment, materials, tips, and tricks.   Space is limited- so reserve your spot now!
Check out the photos from our previous Orchid Felt Pin Workshop at California Academy of Sciences Nightlife on flickr.

What Do I Get?

• All materials, tips, and tricks provided
• Expert instruction
• Drinks and light refreshment
• Participants come away with a cool and stylish handmade item

What  Does It Cost?

• $20/person

Teahouse Studio- A place for connection, art, and tea

1250 Addison Ave

Berkeley, CA 94702

teahousestudio@gmail.com

Crafting at Cal Academy's Nightlife!

On Thursday, July 14th from 7-9pm GoGo Craft makes a return to the California Academy of Sciences for their Crafty NightLife event.  It's going to be a crafting extravaganza with the popular Bazaar Bizarre SF showcasing the handmade works of 40 indie designers. There will also be music by Angels of bAss, a planetarium show, and of course drinks!  Baz Biz and GoGo Craft will be leading DIY workshops in the Piazza- so come check us out!


Here is the brand spankin' new project we will be launching at the GoGo Craft Station:


Create Your Own Plushie Avatar

Excited to make your own cuddly plushie but don’t want another teddy bear?  This is the workshop for you!  In this fun hand-sewing workshop GoGo Craft will teach you how to make your own customizable plushie avatar.  Choose from different hair styles, clothes, and accessories to make a plushie that represents you or your alter ego.  Perfect for crafters of any level!  Materials and instruction provided.


For more information on Nightlife and tickets click here.


California Academy of Sciences
55 Music Concourse Drive
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 379-8000

Upcycled To-A-Tee Workshop

Join GoGo Craft at the fabulous Teahouse Studio in Berkeley, CA for a series of modern and hip make-and-take projects.  With fun friendly attitudes and the expertise to inspire any level of maker, our crafting workshops are a fun way to embrace your creative side.

What Do I Get?

• All materials, tips, and tricks provided
• Expert instruction
• Drinks and light refreshment
• Participants come away with a cool and stylish handmade item

What  Does It Cost?

• $20/person

What Can I Make?

Upcycled To-A-Tee- Tuesday, June 28th 7-9pm

Got a closet full of tee shirts that are just taking up space?  GoGo Craft will show you how to make a boring, stretched-out old tee into a gorgeous necklace!  Not too handy with a sewing machine?  Not to worry!  This low-sew projects can be completed in one “crafternoon” with our patterns and a needle and thread.   If you aren’t quite ready to cut up your own tee, GoGo Craft will provide you with one.  Sign up here

Etsy Craft Party Pics!

I Heart Art: San Francisco sure knows how to throw a party!!!  Thank you to all the participants who joined GoGo Craft at the Tech Shop for the Etsy Craft Party. Here are a pics of some of the creative party people and the awesome plushies that were created.  Go to our flickr page to see all the photos.

Etsy Craft Party 2011

GoGo Craft is ready to PAAARTY!  Get your Friday night needle and thread ready. We are excited to announce that GoGo Craft has been invited to lead our popular Hipster Plushie Workshop at Etsy’s Annual Craft Party on Friday, June 10^th from 6-9pm.  

Craft Party is Etsy’s awesome annual worldwide shindig in celebration of all things crafty, and it’s the kick off for I Heart Art: San Francisco.  This year’s party will be taking place at the Tech Shop in SF.  Don’t miss out- best of all it’s FREE!  RSVP here.

What is a Hipster Plushie Workshop?  Here are the crafty details:

Excited to make your own cuddly plushie but don’t want another teddy bear?  This is the workshop for you!  In this fun hand-sewing workshop you’ll learn how to make your very own mini felt plushie narwhal, mustache, squirrel, or robot that is perfect for gift-giving (if you can bear to part with it, that is).  Perfect for crafters of any level!

Tech Shop
926 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103