Beneath the Tree & Harderwyk Craft Show: THIS WEEKEND!

So what can you do with a pookbellum brooch pin? Seriously, so many things. Above is my simple collage to give you some fun ideas... My new favorite is taking a large one and placing it on a skinny belt. So chic!

Rich details make hats and scarves pretty yet practical

Lots of sparkle available for the holidays and every day. The teens love these.

Coupon books--only $3! A great stocking stuffer (they hold checkbooks or receipts too) I've had my original for over 2 years and it works great.

Feminine beanies

Pookbellums will represent at both "Beneath the Tree" and Harderwyk Craft show events this weekend! I have a mass of new items including beanie hats for moms and kids, coupon book holders, belt bracelets, flower headbands and creative brooch pins with all kinds of vintage jewelry and buttons.

Fall 2011: Fresh Looks

I love the fresh apple smell of fall and the amazing colors of this season. It is such a beautiful time of year here in Michigan. I associate fall with new beginnings--new school year, new clothes and a new line of items for pookbellum accessories!

I am pretty excited about my new line of items for fall of 2011. Inspired by jewel tones, found vintage jewelry and lots of lace, the new pins and headbands are sure to be a welcome accessory to your wardrobe! I also have two new products--up cycled (re-used) chunky belt bracelets made from found genuine leather belts and infinity (circle) scarves made from mens dress shirts. Both add a unique and personal touch to any outfit As for now, I am planning on selling my items at three venues this fall-- Busybees in Ada is hosting an open house in October--more details to come soon. I have plans to attend Harderwyk craft show on November 12 in Holland, MI and we'll be doing another Holiday open house (potentially in Ada) in late November/early December like last year. As always.. if you need something custom made or would like me to send you something out, feel free to email me at jessicasetsma@yahoo.com.

New brooch pins for fall/winter

Mensware fabrics made into infinity scarves

Looks great with a simple shirt or dress!

Chunky belt bracelets

Fun stretchy headbands with lacy jewels in tweeds and colors

Spring has {almost} sprung!

For the first time in ages the sun is shining and the temperature is somewhat closer to warm than cold. Thus my inspiration for new pookbellum pins. In spring-y colors perfect for a jacket, shirt,scarf or light sweater, they are sure to make your plain spring clothes sparkle. I've been reading the fashion blogs and checking out the new spring mags for perfect colors and I am really excited about the spring pins. Cornflower blue, tangerine, navy, lace, purples, roses, peaches and pinks are some of the great colors of my new "line" of spring pins. Stay tuned. I plan to post more as I get them made. OX--Jessica

I'd like to name this one, "spring tulip harvest." I love the burlap button and have to find more. It was in a random stash from the thrift store!

the back-side of all my pins now have both a clip and pin so it can be worn in the hair or on an item of clothing.

loving the nautical-navy and rose vintage button. I am excited to wear this one on a bright spring jacket or blazer.

feminine peaches, greens and golds are a great compliment to the stripes on this set of pins.

Pookbellums headbands and pins are now being sold in some Grand Rapids stores!
check out Snapdragon boutique (on E. Paris near Cascade Rd) and Busy Bees Consignment on Ada Dr. for the latest selection.

Texting Gloves

I often spend several hours a day at my home computer working on school work, checking facebook and meandering about the world wide web. My office, though full of beautiful natural light, is not the warmest room in the house. Thus the newest edition to the pookbellums craft collection: texting/computer gloves. Make of upcycled wool and cashmere sweaters, top-quality microfleece and wool remnants, these little gems are great for cold winter days, quick trips to the store or anytime you need relief from the chill. I use them often because I am constantly tying little shoes and zipping up zippers. I don't exactly enjoy putting on and taking off my gloves ump-teen times a day. I have made them in various sizes, and even for kids--to use, say, for playing the Nintendo DS in the car or walking around(trailing behind?!) while doing errands. Yep, they do the trick.
Anyhow, check the product links or email me if you are interested.
I am hoping to attach a paypal account and pictures of my products to this site in the near future. Stay tuned.....

Pookbellums Post Holiday Plans

I am so excited and relieved that Christmas is ALMOST here. It has been a blessed and busy season and I look forward to some down time in the coming weeks. However, I will still continue to create pookbellum products for those interested.

I have streamlined my products & hope to start either an online store or etsy shop in the very near future! If you check out the 'product' link you'll see some of the more recent changes to my stuff. More details on that option to come...

Since the best sellers are BY FAR the brooch pins and headbands, I will be focusing my efforts on creating those items in the coming months. Look for new fabrics and prints, new styles (I have some flower ideas that I am working with) and perhaps even necklaces using the combination of my flowers. Can you say, "anthropologie" knockoff? Yeah, I love that store. Such great style.

Some people have asked me where I learned to make the flowers on the pins and headbands and the honest answer is that I did not learn it... I just kind of... well, created it..one day, in my house. I was at that time thinking about the possibility of making something for a friend for a gift on a tight budget. I know that the flowers are not so completely dissimilar to the ones found in the stores. However knowing that what you get when you purchase a pookbellum item involves reusing items that would otherwise go in the landfill is being a "green" and responsible shopper. In addition, the folks at His Harvest Stand are very thankful for your donation that accompanies each purchase.

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!

~Jessica

Christmas Open House--Take 2

That is right, we are doing ANOTHER(and final) open house this weekend. I'll be selling all my original pins/brooches and hair accessories PLUS some new and more fabulous than ever sparkly brooch pins. I will also have new holiday hair flower-bows for wee ones and tweens.

We'll provide food--hopefully including my dad's famous homemade bread---coffee and a nice atmosphere to shop. It will be sans fluorescent lights and wall to wall shoppers--we promise!

Who will be there?
Pookbellums--pins, festive pins, headbands--both stretchy and hard headbands are in stock

JK+designs--perpetual calendars, magnetic calendars, gift coaster sets, & of course--beautiful cards for all occasions

LJK designs--handmade jewelry--unique earrings and necklaces handcrafted by Lindsey.

Where?
Jayne's House
10109 Holiday Dr
Zeeland MI 49464

Time: 11am to 2pm

***It would be wonderful to see you there!!!***

Christmas Open House

skip the department stores!

***Shop with us***

Saturday December 4th

11am until 7pm

7234 Grachen Drive Grand Rapids 49546

Featuring four fun & fabulous artists

k*belt designs --custom designed cards & perpetual calendars

pookbellums --brooch pins/clips, headbands & necklaces appropriate for toddler to adult

sara leo photo --matted/framed photos, photography service for families events...

kate dekoster handmade --jewelry--necklaces, bracelets, earrings

*Light snacks and drinks provided. Please spread the word and bring your friends & family!*

We Hope to see you there!