new blog! and Crafty Wonderland

Hi all. I've developed and launched my new website and blog and wanted to point you in the right direction. From now on, you can find all your sarahhoo related information here, at sarahhoo.com.

But just in case you don't have time to hit that link, I wanted to let you know I'll be at the Crafty Wonderland Super Colossal Holiday Sale this weekend in Portland, Oregon selling my crocheted toys and jewelry. I look forward to see you there! Cheers!

Mississippi Street Fair this Saturday

Hello all! Hope your Independence Day was super! I spent mine out in the country with a sweet dog and some mean grilled veg. Mmm hmm.

This weekend is the annual Mississippi Street Fair on Saturday, July 9th. A full day of delicious food, local music and amazing handmade vendors that decorate the entire street from 11am to 9pm.

gifts by sarahhoo will be there with my long time friend and fellow crafter, Michelle Summers. Michelle makes beautiful porcelain dishware which she decorates with intricate, quirky drawings and stamps. You can check out her work on her blog: http://michmashceramics.blogspot.com. You've got to see Michelle's work before she heads off to Minnesota for grad school. This may be her last craft fair in Portland.



Also, pop by to check out some of my latest designs in jewelry. Native-American inspired earrings and stone fan necklaces. We'll be close to the top of the hill near Skidmore. Find us under a tan tent and grab some shade while you shop. See you this weekend!

what i've been up to

long time, no post. here's what i've been up to:

getting ready for this awesome shindig. crafty wonderland super colossal spring sale, happens this weekend, one day only, may 7th at oregon convention center.



and working long, hard hours on this amazing feature length film.
ParaNorman from Focus Features and LAIKA.

Mr. Peanut and Alejandro Almond

While working at LAIKA House, I worked on a new stop-motion animated series of commercials for Planter's Peanuts. This is the latest commercial from the campaign, which introduces the newest nut, Alejandro Almond.



I made the stone mold for Alejandro and the silicone molds for the giant Beetle. I also made the armature for the beetle using brass tubing, steel nuts and a combination of steel and aluminum wires.

Joanna Priestley's latest short film "Eye Liner"

Friend and renowned animator, Johanna Priestly, had the international premiere of her latest animated short film, Eye Liner, at the Portland International Film Festival. Her film playfully explores the archetypes of the face.

My favorite parts are the use of color, the amoeba things that sprout hair (pretty much all the sprouty stuff), and the intriguing sound design by Seth Norman.

SALE on dwelling decor by sarahhoo

Out with the old and soon to be in with the new. dwelling decor by sarahhoo is currently on SALE. Take $5 OFF each pillow or pillow sham. I gotta make room for new merchandise.


Price adjustments have already been made to the listing. Take advantage of this sweet offer.

trunk show thank yous

Hello all. What a wonderful time we had at the Artisan Trunk Show last Saturday! Thanks to everyone who came out to support locally handmade goodies. A big thanks to Brian Rumberger for allowing us to use his home! Another big thank you to Gayle Griffin for the suggestion. Thank you to Jen P for helping me set up my table. Thanks to Julius for making signs. Thanks to the participates!! Barb of CiaoBirdieDesigns, Kathy of Lotus Monkey, Cindy of Waist-Knot and Sarah of Gifts by sarahhoo!

Here are some pictures from the event. I'll be sure to let you know about our next event.