Sweet and Sour Goodies "...a sweet design with a sour disposition"

We're Moving....come check us out!

2009-06-15T11:20:00.000-07:00

Exciting news! Sweet & Sour Goodies would like to let you know that we have now launched our brand new website. It's still the same address www.sweetandsourgoodies.com, but there is a whole new look and feel!!

I've been a little behind in my posts (okay ALOT behind), but for good reason. We needed to recover from Maker Faire, we were launching the new site, and then getting ready for Renegade in L.A. Woohoo!! I'll definitely post some new pictures from our Maker Faire event, so stay tuned.

Also, please visit the new site and let me know what you think. I'd love to hear from you!

:D Kristine

Maker Faire Awesomeness!!

2009-06-01T12:52:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,

I just arrived back home in San Diego from the Maker Faire and I am exhausted! It was such an amazing event and we met alot of wonderful people. I'll post some photos as soon as I take a nap and get some much needed rest.

In the meantime, check out this link to the CRAFT blog. There's a picture of a Sweet & Sour Goodes lumberjack at the Maker Faire....cool!

http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2009/05/views_from_maker_faire.html

Interview with Bazaar Bizarre

2009-04-28T07:37:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,
Just wanted to let you know that I did an interview with Bazaar Bizarre and it's posted on their blog. Click the Bazaar Bizarre link to read all bout it!

Have a great week!

:D Kristine

Maker Faire 2009

2009-04-07T13:01:00.001-07:00

I just got the amazing news that Sweet & Sour Goodies will be a vendor at Bazaar Bizarre at Maker Faire 2009. Maker Faire will be in the Bay area on May 30th- May 31st. This will be a huge 2 day event and I am so excited to be a part of it.

So now the game plan is to sew like crazy and make stuff every moment of the day-well, most of the day. I still need to sleep and hang with the hubs and the pups.

"Yippeee!! Sweet & Sour Goodies is going to Maker Faire!!"

:D Kristine

Plush You 2009

2009-04-01T12:27:00.000-07:00

Great News!!

Sweet and Sour Goodies has been selected to take part in this year's Plush You! show at Schmancy in Seattle.

"Plush You! is an annual exhibit that showcases plush creations from artists all over the globe. The first show was held at Schmancy in downtown Seattle in 2005. Since then, Plush You has grown tremendously. With a recent book from F+W Publications, an enormous list of applicants each year, as well as a second, 2008 show scheduled at Double Punch Gallery in San Francisco -- Plush You continues to show the world the impressive and boundless possibilities of plush!"

(from the Plush You! site)

Well, I am super excited to be considered for this event (there are so many innovative and creative plush artists out there-so this is an honor) and it will be my very first gallery showing! Yippee!!

Here are some important dates for you to take note of:

Friday, October 9th Opening at Schmancy, Fancy and Nancy

Saturday, October 10th and 11th Opening at Capital Hill/Faythe Levine

screening of Handmade Nation

A special thank you to Kristen Rask

for this awesome opportunity!!

I better get busy!! So many ideas.....

:D Kristine

Inspiration from within.....

2009-03-18T07:37:00.000-07:00

I've always been quite partial to Gnomes (maybe because I'm small in stature and I find Gnomes to be comforting and relatable). Anyway, I remembered a Halloween photo from two years ago that I thought would be funny to post for this blog entry. You can say that it was my inspiration for this new Gnome Doll.....

This was my costume in 2007.
Nuff said.

Have a Great Week!

:D Kristine

New Gnomes and Lumberjacks!!!

2009-03-15T18:41:00.000-07:00

This weekend I've been busy working on some re-orders for some shops and Etsy, making birthday gifts for my adorable niece and nephew, and creating these two new characters:

I've had sketches for these two dolls for a while now, but I never had the time to sit down and make them. I'm pretty pleased with the end result. I just need to make an ax for the lumberjack.

The Gnome and the Lumberjack will be available in my Etsy shop!!

Gnomes $25.00

Lumberjack $25.00

Stay tuned for more new dolls!! And the launch of my new site in May!!

:D Kristine

Movin on up.....and out!

2009-03-10T12:43:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

My posts have been few and far between because I find myself with a never ending to-do list these days. When one project or idea is completed I quickly move to the next thing without hesitation. I'm a mover, a shaker....

Anyway, I just wanted to let all of you know that Sweet & Sour Goodies will be sold at the following locations all across the U.S.!! I'm so excited for this phase of Sweet & Sour. I've discovered so many things through this 2nd year of business and I can't wait to see what the future has in store for S & S. Other exciting things to come including some craft shows and maybe even a mid-year sale (you know, something to get those economy juices flowing!)

The Craft Kitchen

2202 1/2 north main street

Santa Ana, ca 92706

Sneaky tiki/ Songbird

2234 E 4th St

Long Beach, CA 90814

Young Blood Gallery & Boutique

636 N Highland Ave

Atlanta, GA 30306

Wholly Craft
3169 N. High Street
Columbus, Ohio (in Clintonville)

Schmancy
1932 2nd Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101

If you are in the area-stop by and see the wide array of handmade goods!! Your imagination will go wild!!

:D Kristine

"Hold me closer....Tony Danza....."

2009-02-23T22:11:00.003-08:00

Here's the newest doll : The "Sour" Ballerina

This doll design brings back fond memories of childhood ballet classes. My mom enrolled my sister and I at The Ballet Conservatory when I was 6 and she was 8. We loved it!

The tutu was very fun to make!
This doll will soon be available in my etsy store, so keep checking back.
Ballerina $25.00

:D Kristine

Just add water....and they multiply!!

2009-02-07T23:27:00.000-08:00

Oh wait...that happens to Gremlins....

Since the weather here in San Diego has been rainy (blah!) and gloomy I decided to stay in and work on some more Nerd dolls. They are travelling in packs now!!

This year I will be in the process of expanding the doll selections and I want to jazz up some of my original designs. So here's what I came up with...take a look!

I just thought I'd add a few quirky details to the new dolls like suspenders and a sweater vest.
He looks like he'd run for office or be the president of the debate team....."How Dreamy" ;)

This guy looks like he would have alot of allergies....like me ;(

The new Nerd Dolls will be available in my Etsy store. I may even have a 3 pack set at a discounted price....Exciting!

I'm hoping the weather will clear up and the rain will stop soon. The hubster, the doggies and I are cooped up all day....but I do get more work done so that's a plus!

Stay Dry Sour Friends!!

:D Kristine

And the Winner is.....

2009-02-02T09:59:00.001-08:00

Drum roll please.....

BETH from San Francisco!!! Congratulations BETH! You have one yourself a Sweet & Sour Goodies Luchador Doll! Please send me an email at kristine@sweetandsourgoodies.com with your mailing information and your luchador will be on its way to its new home!!

Thank you everyone who entered a comment into the drawing! Please stay tuned for another drawing some time in March! And keep checking back for new additions to the Sweet & Sour Goodies family!

Until next time!

:D Kristine

Yudu...Yes, I do!!

2009-01-31T14:44:00.000-08:00

So I usually do not make HUGE purchases, but after ALOT of research I decided to bite the bullet and purchase the Yudu Screen-printing Machine. I've been wanting to get into screen-printing my own paper goods, tote bags and tees so I thought that this would be a good step in the right direction.

Here are all the things that will be included with my Yudu:

Screen printing machine - measures approx. 11-1/2"L x 32"W x 22"H (It is a mother of a machine!!)
3 blank ink-jet transparencies
2 emulsion sheets
Adult t-shirt platen
Platen adhesive sheet
Mesh screen
2 oz. black Yudu ink
Squeegee
Instructional DVD
(4) 15-watt bulbs, included
User manual

Now they do mention that you shouldn't use any other inks for this machine because it will ruin the screen. So I'll have to order more inks in various colors. Other than that I think this will be a great investment. I did want to get a Gocco because I read so many wonderful things about that machine as well, but since its discontinuation they have been difficult to find for the right price and the bulbs must be replaced quite frequently.....maybe I'll get one a bit later, but for now I'll stick to the Yudu.

Once I start working on some projects I'll be sure to post pictures and a better review of its quality. Also, if you haven't already, be sure to enter a comment for the Luchador giveaway-the winner will be announced Monday!!

Bye for now!

:D Kristine

A Few of my Favorite Things....

2009-01-28T22:08:00.000-08:00

Just a little window shopping. Here are some items that are available on Etsy from some creative designers and artists.

Sweet Meats Porky Chop

These plush items are so adorable! I purchased a T-Bone Plush Steak for my hubby and he loved it! My next purchase from Sweet Meats would have to be the ham bone. You can also request to have your meat deli wrapped....simple, genius, gotta love it!

Little Houses

I love this "La Fleur" sweater coat. So chic and versatile. I may have to put this on my birthday wish list.

AshleyG

I have to say that my very first purchase from Etsy were two prints from Ashley. I fell in love with her style and her work has a quirkiness that makes me smile (I'm rhyming). I have two of her prints on my desk at work. I'm sure I'll get more in the future.

Liza Rietz

These little cloche caps are so, so hip! Liza is based in Portland and most of her items are custom to order. She is very talented and her work is quite innovative.

Ilee Papergoods

If I could do letterpress work I would. Maybe I'll make that a goal of mine for the future. Letterpress is timeless and elegant. I purchased a few items from Ilee and her work is exquisite. Her calendars make great gifts!

Bird Nerd

Birds are so HOT right now. (Imagine me saying this in a very deep voice). Bird Nerd's screen printed birds are just the Shiz! I gotta get some!

Happy Shopping!

:D Kristine

Cupid, Draw back your bow-o-wo...

2009-01-25T21:26:00.001-08:00

Just in time for Love Day!! Sweet & Sour Goodies Cupid Dolls! These are currently available in my etsy shop so get one for that special someone that makes your heart skip a beat!!

These were really fun to make. I must say I love the little blond curl in the front, makes this little guy look so sweet....uhhh, and sour!
Cupid Dolls $23.50

If you purchase two cupid dolls you'll get $5.00 off your total. Please send me a convo on etsy prior to your purchase so I can add in the discount.

Spread the love-Sweet & Sour Style!

Kristine

Sweet & Sour Goodies....1st Giveaway of the year!!

2009-01-14T14:03:00.001-08:00

So for the 1st giveaway of the year I will be raffling off a Luchador doll!! Please post a comment by January 30th and the lucky person will be selected at random! The winner will be announced on February 2nd!!

I will try to do more giveaways throughout the year-it's a good way to advertise the dolls and free stuff is always fun!! So tell your friends!
Good Luck!!
:D Kristine

First post of the New Year!!

2009-01-05T15:14:00.000-08:00

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and an even better new year!! 2009-bring it on! I'm ready!! So for the first assignment of the new year I have started a new Flickr Group called "Sweet & Sour Goodies...Where are you?" I thought this might be a cool way to see all the whereabouts of the little sour guys. So if you have a Sweet & Sour Goodies of your very own, please join the group and submit your photos!

Here's the link for easy access: http://www.flickr.com/groups/imsour/

I'll post some more stuff in the next few days....

Later!

:D Kristine

Happy Holidays from Sweet & Sour Goodies!!

2008-12-23T15:11:00.000-08:00

The Sweet & Sour Goodies family would just like to wish all of you a wonderful holiday season and a very Happy New Year!! I would have to say that 2008 has been a pretty awesome year and I can't wait to see what 2009 has in store for us! Here are my top 10 personal highlights of 2008:

10. Obama is victorious!!!

9. The birth of Penelope Stay, Emily Keith, Liam Canale, Jeriden Cruz and Gabriel Arojado-so many babies!! They're taking over!!

8. Watching Madonna live in concert-she really does rock!! And she's so bendy!!

7. Felt Club awesomeness!!

6. Palm Springs trip with girls!! Bachelorette weekend!!

5. Nixon Puppers Hoffman turned 1 years old and wins 3rd place in the "Most Unusual Markings" category at the Del Mar Dog Show!!

4. Our annual San Francisco-holiday trip-always fun and exciting!!

3. The adoption of our 2nd puppy Truman-he's a little devil, but I love him!!

2. The birth of my adorable nephew Marcus Aaron Schneider (aka MAZ)

1. Getting hitched to my best friend and partner in crime, no, not Christopher Walken, better-Craig Hoffman!!

"Oh, 2008 you have been a good year...such a good year in fact, that I will think of you fondly. Like sweet, subtle lyrics to my favorite song that I can replay over and over again in my mind".

:D Kristine

The Ninjas are coming!!

2008-12-12T08:40:00.000-08:00

So after a few days of some much needed rest I managed to finish up with some of my custom orders for the holidays. Here are the custom ninjas ordered by Atrero Photography. In May of this year, we were lucky enough to have Ed & Karen shoot our wedding in Santa Barbara. They are really amazing-so if you know anyone that is getting married be sure to check them out!

Also, for those of you who are still looking for holiday gifts I've updated my shop with more dolls! There are ornaments, luchadores, mermaids, oh my!!

As for this weekend, I will be catching up on making some Christmas gifts, holiday decorating and doing some baking....yum!

Later!

Kristine :D

"I'm Exhausted!"

2008-12-02T14:49:00.001-08:00

So here's a short little message on what's been going on....

I've been filling custom orders and getting ready for two back to back shows this weekend-Craft Riot in West Hollywood and The Holiday Hit List in Point Loma.

I'm definitely in need of some major R & R, but feet don't fail me now!! I gotta keep on going until everything is done-

I think this photo speaks for itself.

Kristine

Craft Riot!!

2008-11-25T09:46:00.001-08:00

Sweet & Sour Goodies will be at Craft Riot on Saturday, December 6th from 11:00 am-4:00 pm!! It should be a great shopping event in West Hollywood. So if you're interested in buying some handmade gifts for the holidays please stop by!!

Hope to see you there!!

:D Kristine

Holiday Hit List!!

2008-11-19T10:23:00.000-08:00

This will be a great event with over 60 vendors! There will be tons of wonderful handmade goods-just in time for the holidays!! So I hope to see you there!

Kristine :D

Felt Club was amazing!!

2008-11-17T13:53:00.000-08:00

Hey Party People!
So Felt Club was awesome this year at the Shrine Auditorium!! There were SO many people with SO many amazing ideas-I was in heaven! Sweet & Sour Goodies did really well-not bad for our debut appearance ;) We had a great time and met alot of really kool kats. I would have to say that the most popular dolls of the day would have to be the Nun, the Yeti, and the Luchadores!! I would also like to thank Jenny Ryan and all the Felt Club organizers for a fantastic event!! And of course, thank you to my great friends, my family and my better half for their support! You guys are SO hardcore!!

So it's back to the workroom to get ready for my next show of the year-The Holiday Hit List in Point Loma on December 7th!! If you're in the area please be sure to check it out!

Here are some pictures from Felt Club:

"The Panda" posing for the camera! She's such an awesome assistant, so I told her I'd buy her something pretty!
This photo is pre-Felt Club when I was counting all my inventory and taking stock of all the dolls that I would be bringing.

For a moment, our house was being overtaken by dolls!! Craig is really relieved that the show went well-now he has room for his surfboard ;D
Here's a photo from I Heart Guts.
I love these internal organs!! I would have to say that the heart is my favorite- it would make a great anniversary present!

Here's the stuff made by Erika at My Imaginary Boyfriend.

I love the robots, the coal and of course the logs!! Her stuff is totally awesome!

Here is a picture of my booth set up. Again, the astroturf was well received (Thanks Craig!) And those little ninja ornaments sold super fast-I couldn't believe it!

I can't say it enough-Felt Club rocked and I am so excited to see what happens next for Sweet & Sour Goodies....so stay tuned everyone.

Kristine

Felt Club.....this Sunday!!!

2008-11-14T14:17:00.000-08:00

Felt Club will be this Sunday!! This will be a great holiday shopping experience so don't miss out. There will be wonderful workshops, performance by Leslie Hall (Gem Sweater Queen), Swap-o- Rama-Rama and crafts galore!!

See you there!!

Kristine

"I predict a riot...."

2008-11-12T16:01:00.000-08:00

Introducing the newest addition to the Sweet & Sour Goodies family.....the Punk!! I've had sketches of this doll for a while now and I thought I would make some just in time for Felt Club. I love the little chains on the vest and yes, those pants are made of spandex!!

Enjoy!
:D Kristine

CityBeat Extravaganza

2008-11-10T08:57:00.000-08:00

Sweet & Sour Goodies will be at this event this Wednesday! If you are in the area please stop by and help raise money for the new Children's Museum.

CityBeat Extravaganza - Nov. 12th!Join us at CityBeat's 2008 BEST of San Diego event! Winners will be announced at the New Children's Museum in Downtown San Diego. There will be beer tastings, food tastings, circus acts from Zirk Ubu, a live art show, some cool craft vendors - including Mafia members, plus live music from Steph Johnson, and Lady Dottie & the Diamonds.

All proceeds will benefit the New Children's Museum.
CB's Best of San Diego 2008 Party

November 12th

200 W. Island St., San Diego, 92104

7 pm to 10 pm$15 - $20 admission

Kristine