Dolls and stuffed animals make me happy. Very happy. They always have. Some of my faves are hand-sewn little pig characters… but I will get to
Category: Sock Monkey
Images, links, thoughts, ideas- all things sock monkey…
Operation Sock Monkey Western Division: Craftivism and Healing using Sock Monkeys and Sock Owls
I am delighted to still be part of Operation Sock Monkey Western Division—the relationship is going on 10 years now! Time for an update as
Poststreet custom order sock monkeys.
I’ve had some interesting requests and ideas over the years and I do love the challenge of finding materials and interpreting the subject. Here are
Operation Sock Monkey Project Sophia
SOCK MONKEY THERAPY AND CRAFTIVISM PROJECT SOPHIA Sophia, age 16, was born with a life limiting condition and she has been part of the Canuck
Stitched together with good intentions- a grumble of [sock] pugs!
On September 1, 2016, Fall weather and autumn vibe seemed to come on full force here in Vancouver BC. Along with the autumn atmosphere comes
Sock Monkey Social- intergenerational craftivism!
Operation Sock Monkey (OSM) was approached by Langara Recreation Leadership student, Matthew Sung, a few months ago regarding an intergenerational project: Sock Monkey Social. We gave him some pointers
I’m raising funds to provide free sock monkey therapy!
I am selling sock monkeys and sock birds on my ETSY site to raise for sock monkey therapy! See selection at: 100% of proceeds go
Sock Rottweiller plans!
Quite a few years ago, I designed my first sock pug. Since then I have made many, and they continue to be very popular! My pugs are
My personal #Chakra #SelfCare #CheckIn #Toolkit
I can’t help but love the magical thinking that happens when considering the chakras! The 7 Chakras are the energy centers in our body in
Special edition sugar skull sock monkey
This handmade, handsewn sock monkey is a special version of my sugar skull sock monkey line! She has an embroidered face and her dress is
Operation Sock Monkey Booth at the Strathcona Craft Fair Nov 28! And Latest Updates!
My incredible Operation Sock Monkey Western Division team of youth, teachers, support staff, community members of all ages have been hard at work since
Sock monkey with hummingbirds #craftivism
“If the hummingbird shows up in your life as a spirit animal, it may remind you to enjoy life’s simple pleasures and take time to enjoy
My special hand-sewn sock monkey kits now on Etsy!
Sock monkey kits! Now on my ETSY SITE! My special hand-sewn sock monkey kit includes: • Pre-sewn sock monkey body (ready to stuff and assemble
Shaking the Movers- a safe space for youth to have a voice.
— I was so honored to participate (as art facilitator) in the 9th instalment of Shaking the Movers yesterday! Shaking the Movers, founded by The Honorable
Day 4 and 5 Inside Out Project Summer 2015: Digging Deeper
INSIDE OUT PROJECT: OWN YOUR JOURNEY- Breaking the cycle of violence through creativity Inside Out Project – Own Your Journey SUMMER 2015 is a three week intensive
Update- SOLD: Art sale to celebrate Frida’s birthday! One of a kind package.
FRIDA KAHLO BORN JULY 6, 1907 To celebrate the woman who inspires me everyday- I want to spread the love, so I am releasing these
Happy birthday, Frida! Frida No.7: Fetal Frida Sock Doll
Frida Kahlo b. July 6, 1907 See Frida No. 1-6: LINK
10 Tuesdays. 10 Fridas. Frida No. 6: Sock doll in Tehuana headdress
I’m celebrating my blog with an art event. The event honors the woman who inspires me to keep it going as an artist: Frida Kahlo. —
10 Tuesdays. 10 Fridas. Art blog event. Frida No. 1: sock doll. #recycledcraft
I’m celebrating my blog with an art event. The event honors the woman who inspires me to keep it going as an artist: Frida Kahlo. (How
Scraps- makes animals- makes good feels
What is it about a bin of sewing supplies and some scrap cloth that tug at my heart and leads me to create something out
Stay tuned for Operation Sock Monkey Handbook fundraising!
My personal mission is to awaken creative expression through local and global art initiatives. One initiative partners me with Operation Sock Monkey to create a
Sock Monkey Life Skills Entrepreneurship Curriculum Development update!
Recall I am developing the following project: CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT SERIES 1: THE @BY POSTSTREET SOCK MONKEY LIFE SKILLS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM for youth groups, schools
The inspiring work of @GlobalSorority @passionteams and @g4gcharity in Cape Town
I am truly in awe of and inspired by the powerful work being done globally by my friends at The Passion Foundation Global Sorority Girls
OSM HANDBOOK LIFE SKILLS
CURRENTLY PLANNING NEXT STEPS AS I CONTINUE FUNDRAISING FOR the Operation Sock Monkey Handbook for youth groups, schools and community organizations GENERAL STRUCTURE FOR WORKBOOK: •
@BYPOSTSTREET ART HOUSE CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT SERIES 1 PHASE 1
THE @BYPOSTSTREET ART HOUSE GLOBAL: Creative Director, Anna Thorsen LOCAL: Art Director, Kat Thorsen (Vancouver BC) MISSION: To awaken creative expression VISION: To develop global art initiatives Art Events, Street Art,
• ART • CRAFTS • YOUTH ARTISANS: my 3 blogs get 3 new looks!
MY ART BLOG: MY CRAFTS BLOG: MY YOUTH ARTISANS BLOG:
Half a face. My 30 year relationship with the #BreakingBad teddy bear.
Breaking Bad has reached its conclusion. Glorious TV. Characters that stay with you. I will miss the weekly anticipation. The Breaking Bad fans have
New shop in my neighborhood: @ingoodcompanynv: #Local #Handmade #EcoFriendly #Cooperative #Inspiring
I love connecting with people who pursue a dream and then execute the plan. Janelle Bakker and Jean Stenhouse in North Vancouver are two such
CHAD. Whiteboard series by Eric Wright.
Introducing “Chad” by Vancouver artist, Eric Wright I was so inspired that I HAD to make a sock version: I am so excited to watch Eric’s