PREVIEW + GIVEAWAY

In January, I plan to launch a new selection of colors for some of my bags.  I have a very special launch lined up with one of my favorite online retailers that is full of wonderful independent makers.  Save up your holiday monetary gifts to treat yourself!  Be sure to like Pine & Boon on facebook and follow my personal Instagram for instant details when the time comes.  For now, this is a special preview of the Dot pouch in Electric Blue to match the Electric Blue Suede Tote.

The Bright Side Project is giving away this blue pouch to one lucky follower.  Enter to win here:  http://thebrightsideproject.com/giveaway-pine-boon/

Good luck!

NEW DAYS

This year, I have made an intention of exploring new experiences based on my interests.  This may seem like a simple concept to many of you...but not for myself. I am a passive person, so it is easy to lose balance in this area.  I realized I was not doing much I thought was fun.  I tend to work work work and then just forget what I like to do during my free time.  Foraging and gardening is something that has always sparked my interest.  I love being outside, I love eating good food, and I love learning new things.  Yeah yeah, this is super trendy right now.  But really, why should we not learn how to grow and gather our own food?  Why should we not spend more time outside and learning from other human beings about Mother Earth?  More time away from the screens please!  So...I went to the Mycological Society's Annual Wild Mushroom Show.  There were a ton of people.  Hence the somewhat blurry photos from being bumped and squished by the crowd.

Speaking of doing what you love...mushroom dyeing....next on my list.

SCRAPPY

You may have noticed new necklaces slowly appearing in the shop....I made these leather and fimo clay pieces with no hardware or clasps for extra comfort.  These days I am all about comfort and practicality.  These pieces are lightweight and will not snag on any of your sweaters. Everything can fit over your head easily.  These are great statement pieces to add interest to a casual outfit or a plain dress.

    CRESCENT NECKLACE                                                                          LEATHER TAG NECKLACE (more colors)

    LEOPARD NECKLACE

LOOKBOOK F/W13

Yay so happy!  I have so many more beautiful photos that I will keep sharing as time goes on.  Thank you Cristie for making this happen.

PENDING

I am a little late to release a lookbook for fall....but I will anyway....I am still working on getting a layout to work with my website.  This has proved to be VERY challenging.  The template I use is not updated to support a slideshow, so I now need to be creative and display the images a different way. Be patient, it will come!  Better late than never right?

(photo by:  Cristie Schrader)

NEW STOCKIST

I am pleased to announce Scoutmob will be stocking a selection of Pine & Boon bags and pouches!  Scoutmob helps customers find local makers with their handy search by city feature.  They have a great selection of makers at great prices.  The Scoutmob team has a really up-beat and sparkly attitude.  When I receive an email from them or read the bio they wrote about me, I suddenly feel a burst of energy!  I especially love this quote:

"The smart sizing, lightweight nature and thoughtful little details delight her customers--giving them a timeless, well-crafted work of art they can carry around every single day."

Click here to shop.  Enjoy!

WOODSY-LIGHT-JOY-SIMPLE

It has been a bit quiet around here....But all for really great reasons.  I just spent the weekend working on a photo shoot for the website and a look book.  My lovely neighbor (and friend) is a talented photographer, designer, and cotton candy maker!  I am so excited she agreed to be the photographer for the shoot.  She really gets my point of view and has amazing style herself.  I thought I would share a few photos of inspiration we were looking at when developing the concept for the shoot.

MNZ Store:  I love their non-traditional editorial photographs.  They are so unexpected and dreamy that make me giddy whenever I get an email from them in my inbox.

Silvae of the Woods:  How amazing is this photo from Silva's S2014 lookbook?  It really takes my breath away.  The print, the dress, the PNW scenery.  What a Seattle gem!

Shop Myrtle:  I follow Myrtle on Instagram, and love their outfit posts.  This photo is from their online shop, but is a great example of their joyful Instagram.  This is a great reminder to have fun while working hard.  Spread the fun-love!

Leah Reena Goren:  I have been drooling over every piece in Leah's shop for the last few weeks.  When my photographer, Cristie arrived for the shoot she was wearing this cute cat tee.  I love how Leah pairs her unique illustrative prints with effortless shapes.  Less is truly more, and that's a fact.