makery life

Our next event!

2010-11-06T13:48:00.003-04:00

Typically a family friendly venue, The Makery will be turning down the lights and turning up the heat for one night of mature content art and craft.

Expect anything from cursing cross-stitch to graphic photography.

Pieces from the "[M]akery: Mature Audience Art & Craft Show" may contain nudity, suggestive dialogue, graphic violence, blood and gore, strong sexual content and crude indecent language. This show is recommended for audiences 17+.

The Makery is located at 1734 Bonnycastle Avenue (corner of Norris Place and Bonnycastle Avenue).

THIS IS A ONE NIGHT ONLY EVENT
Mature content pieces will only be available for purchase the evening of November 12th.

we're getting old!

2010-09-30T18:14:00.005-04:00

The Makery opened its doors on October 12, 2007.
How excited are we to be celebrating 3 awesome years of bringing Louisville some of the best the handmade community has to offer??
SOOOOO!

The shop moved July of this year to share a new home with Kopilot Press. In the honor of our new partnership and the general awesomeness of working together, we will be presenting a collaborative show by local artists Matt Dobson and Tyler Deeb entitled "BY A VOWEL."

All prints are hand printed, limited edition, signed by the artists, and very affordably priced.

Come out Friday, October 15th from 6-10pm to celebrate with us and while you're here...BUY A VOWEL!

What's new this week??

2010-09-11T18:05:00.003-04:00

new framed prints from kathleen lolley

new soaps from vintage body spa

2010-08-22T16:18:00.003-04:00

If you REALLY want something noone else at school will have this year, The Makery is the perfect spot to pick up a new shirt, scarf, dress, necklace, or bag. Everything at The Makery is handmade, so its either one of a kind, or there are only a few floating around in the whole wide world.

Project Day

2010-08-21T17:53:00.003-04:00

Sometimes I work on some sewing while at the shop. Today was one of those days.
I bought this dress about a year ago from a thrift store here in Louisville. It was super ill fitting. The previous owner must have had quite a rack!
On me, this dress was slim fitting through the hip, and very baggy on the top half. The sleeves were awkard and dated, but I just l o v e d the floral pattern. So... I bought it for maybe $5 and it has just been sitting in my closet.
I have a few events coming up soon and I am on a $0 budget, so shopping for a new dress is out of the question. Luckily, with a little sewing machine magic I was able to take in the side seams, add darts in the bust, and shorten the sleeves of this vintage beauty and voila!

want to stay in the loop?

2010-07-29T14:28:00.005-04:00

In our new location, we are starting fresh and we want you to start fresh with us!
We have a lot of new things planned for the new space and we want to keep you in the know.
Sign up for our Email Newsletter and we'll send you info on upcoming events, new products and sales!

Join our Mailing List

and more to come!

2010-07-23T13:10:00.002-04:00

The Makery had a nice gathering on Wednesday for our first BYOP (Bring Your Own Project) Night.
Folks were finishing old projects and starting new ones.
I can't wait to do it again!

Be on the lookout for more BYOP Nights and other fun new gatherings in the works here at the shop!

BYO... P?

2010-07-14T16:56:00.003-04:00

The shop is back up and running (though we aren't COMPLETELY set up, we are functioning and we love our new home)!

The new space is located at the corner of Norris and Bonnycastle, just blocks from our old location.
The easiest way to get here if you are driving (because Bonnycastle is only One-Way for a couple blocks) is to take Eastern Pkwy and turn onto Norris (opposite the park). We are only two blocks in, at the corner of Bonnycastle (1734 Bonnycastle).

We are so excited to bring you one of the first new perks of our new home... BYOP Night!

Have something you've been working on? Have something you want to start making? Just want to hang out? Come to BYOP (Bring Your Own Project) Night at The Makery!

Join us for our first BYOP Night next Wednesday, July 21st from 5pm-8pm.

All skills and skill levels welcome. Just bring your own supplies and ideas and we'll shoot the breeze while sharing skills and motivation.

We hope to make this a regular event, so if you can't come this round, there's always next time!

what's goin on?!

2010-06-24T14:03:00.003-04:00

A lot of changes are coming our way here at The Makery.
So excited to announce that the shop will be moving next week!

The move is a huge step toward making The Makery a more community based space still brining to Louisville some of the best the handmade community has to offer.

Our new spot will be just blocks from our current location, but in a space more conducive to what we have planned for the future of the shop.

The new location will house The Makery and the offices for Kopilot Press. We are super stoked to be sharing a space together.

You can still visit us at our Bardstown Rd. location through Saturday!

New Address:
The Makery
1734 Bonnycastle Avenue (corner of Bonnycastle and Norris)
Louisville, KY 40205

New Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday 12pm - 7pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

We will see you at our new spot in July
xoxo

FREE STUFF?!

2010-05-28T13:31:00.003-04:00

That's right!

The Makery will be giving away Dearest Inez Mew Kittens this Friday and Saturday (while kitties last) to folks purchasing goods for babies and tots.

happy oaks!

2010-04-30T16:05:00.002-04:00

get one of these handmade race horses to show your support for your favorite in today's oaks and tomorrow derby races... or use them to decorate your home! <3
(photo compliments of susan gay)

on your mark... get set... DERBY

2010-04-29T15:05:00.004-04:00

still need to get into the derby spirit??
we have tons of great handmade, derby inspired and derby-city-made gifts and lovelies.

race horses handmade at the makery

pony necklace by crave jewelry design

off to the track necklace by schmutzerland

louisville roots tshirt by liberty press

Friday, April 23rd

2010-04-21T13:36:00.001-04:00

Please join us this Friday for new works by Suzanne Edds, local ceramics artist and co-owner of Liberty Tattoo and Art Parlor.
We will be hosting the opening reception from 7-10pm.
Hope to see you there.
xo

Giant Peach Derby Trunk Show Recap

2010-04-15T15:16:00.003-04:00

Giant Peach IS lovely!
Last Friday we showcased works handmade with the Derby spirit in mind by Louisville based artist Tenille Novinger of Giant Peach.
What better way to dress up your Derby and Oaks dresses this year than with fancy hair pieces and other accessories made right here in the Derby City.
We still have a great selection here in the shop, so its not too late to check out the loveliness that is Giant Peach.

derby is just around the corner

2010-03-19T15:37:00.003-04:00

For Him:

Ties by Jes Switaj
coming soon! (should be here next week)

For Her:

Giant Peach Derby Trunk Show
April 9th 6-10pm

Upcoming

2010-02-26T16:00:00.001-05:00

What better way to dress up your Derby and Oaks dresses this year than with fancy hair pieces and other accessories made right here in the Derby City!

Join us for our next trunk show, Friday, April 9th from 6-10pm for an evening showcasing works by Tenille Novinger of Giant Peach handmade with the Derby spirit in mind.

working it out

2010-02-04T15:04:00.004-05:00

We are slowly making ground with our online shop. We have a small selection of goodies up for now and hope to expand this more in the new year.

If its too cold outside for you to venture to Bardstown Rd., or if you don't live close by, you can still get great handmade gifts from The Makery! If there's something your heart desires that we haven't listed, just drop us a line and we'll be glad to work something out for you.
So check it out.. and keep checking back!

closed this evening

2010-02-02T14:35:00.000-05:00

The Makery will be closed the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 2nd. Apologies for the short notice, but we wish to pay respects to a family very close to our hearts. We will return to regular store hours tomorrow. ♥ Thanks for being awesome

you were made for me

2010-01-24T16:01:00.004-05:00

valentines day is just around the corner.
what better way to say "be mine" to your special someone than with special somethings handmade with love.
here are just a few suggestions for the loves of your life.

valentine cards by a punkin card company

"an ode to you and me" print by the small object

tooth kids tshirt by pinecone+chickadee

aromatherapy eye pillows by vintage body spa

just a little love necklace by crave jewelry design

back to it

2009-12-29T14:05:00.005-05:00

The holidays are over ya'll.
The Makery is back to regular store hours.
Visit us Tuesday-Saturday 12-7 and Sunday 12-6.

Exciting things to come in 2010???

New artists

More events

More DIY

A bit of rearranging and so much more!!!
We hope to see more of you in 2010.
Thank you so much for all of your support for the last couple of years. Your love keeps us going and keeps craft alive.
The Makery loves you! xo

Christmas Wishes

2009-12-10T13:15:00.006-05:00

Why not make your Christmas wishes known with these great handmade gifts?!

Peace

peace sign shirt handprinted by rainbow swirl - $25

Love

i heart kentucky necklaces handmade by tru-che - $30

Understanding

tip of the iceberg by zoo mouse key press - $10

RECAP: LindsayLou Trunk Show

2009-12-07T13:05:00.003-05:00

We had a great time at our first trunk show, featuring works by Lindsay Hack (LindsayLou)!
Lindsay created a beautiful display of metal wonders throughout our shop for the evening, and she left us tons of great goodies for the holiday shopping season. If you didn't get to stop by that night, you can still snag up some great pieces at The Makery throughout the month of December.

need gift ideas?

2009-11-29T14:03:00.014-05:00

the makery has great gifts for everyone on your list this holiday season!
when you shop at the makery, you are supporting independent artists. get shopping and feel good about it!

here's a few gift ideas to get you started:

gifts for him

cassette tape wallet by small screen designs - $15

organic angry plant tshirt by pinecone+chickadee - $28

t-bone keychain by only embry - $5

gifts for her

recycled knit hats and scarves by mi scusi - $30-80

medal earrings by cursive design - $30

georgette skirt by little ocean - $45

gifts for kids

stamp sets from the small object - $18

plush by zooguu - $25-40

organic santa's helper onesie by little korboose - $20

gifts for the person that has everything

handstitched recycled journals by the binding bee - $5-50

framed prints by kathleen lolley - $40

magnet sets by little korboose - $10

Friday, Nov 20th

2009-11-18T18:18:00.003-05:00

Join us for our first trunk show!

Silver, copper and brass jewelry by Lindsay Hack.

Linsday's line, LindsayLou, is a Makery staple. For the evening of November 20th, we will have great NEW DESIGNS and FREE GIFTS with every LindsayLou purchase!

Lindsay Hack, a Louisville native, began making jewelry after a long love affair with all things sparkly and shiny. She started her career with beaded jewelry, but became frustrated with the available supplies at local craft stores. After graduating college with a degree in journalism, she enrolled in a local silversmithing class and began making metal jewelry and findings of her own. Several years later, she's still hammering away, bringing lovely new designs to the Derby City!

Friday, Nov 13th

2009-11-12T12:13:00.002-05:00

WHOLLY CATS!

If you've stepped foot into The Makery, you may have been greeted one
of our furry friends, Kitty or Stella. In honor of these two
friendly fur-balls, The Makery is hosting an all cat art show by
Ashley Urjil.

Urjil paints cats eating ice cream, surfing the web, and performing
cabaret style. Her quirky, bright, and often humorous works will be
on display at The Makery through December 1st.

Originally from Hickory, North Carolina, Ashley relocated to
Louisville, Kentucky after graduating from UNC-Ashville with a degree
in Sociology.

When she's not painting critters, she works as an Activity Director at
a senior living community, models for the WHY Louisville web-store,
and attends the University of Louisville pursuing a Master's Degree in
Social Work.

The Makery is located at 1572 Bardstown Road, between Bonnycastle and
Alta Ave (right across the street from our friends at Dot Fox).

OPENING RECEPTION:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH
7-10PM

where it all started

2009-11-03T15:59:00.001-05:00

with the help of my friend joseph, my dreams became a reality.. and it all started in our garage.

visitors

2009-10-29T13:00:00.002-04:00

we dont usually let dogs in the shop (sorry! its not us, its the cats) but eryn gave us enough heads up that stella and kitty could be ushered to the back so we could visit with our new friend.

what's on SALE?!

2009-10-23T12:55:00.003-04:00

whoa!
the makery is having a sale.

select shirts from stellarocco (reg. $26-28) are now only $20

holiday cards (singles AND packs) from a punkin card company are 50% off

and some other items in the shop are 10-50% off as well

stop by, see what's new, see what's on sale, see the kitties, say hello!
xo

halloween is coming

2009-10-18T19:41:00.001-04:00

if you don't have a costume, you can pick one up at the counter!

anniversary show recap

2009-10-17T18:54:00.005-04:00

thanks to everyone that came out to celebrate the makery's first two years in the derby city!
we had a lovely turn out and an amazing button cake by our friend star of stellar sweets.
the art work that went up yesterday will be up through mid november, so you can stop by during shop hours and check it out if you missed out last night.

dearest inez has moved

2009-10-17T18:09:00.002-04:00

virtually, that is...

if you want to keep up with what i am doing with dearest inez, you can follow the dearest inez blog HERE!
hope to see you there
xo
melissa

only handmade

2009-10-15T14:54:00.005-04:00

buy a sign?? no way! we had to make our own, of course.
nick and i made this a few months back, but haven't had the time or tools to put it up.
it's up just in time for our two year anniversary party tomorrow night!

special thanks to nick embry and jesse hargess for all their help.

get an early start!

2009-10-10T12:56:00.001-04:00

50% OFF Holiday Cards (Single Cards & Card Sets) from A Punkin Card Company!

tomorrow

2009-10-07T22:50:00.002-04:00

The Makery will be closing up a little early tomorrow to participate in LVAA's Buy.Local.First.Fair!
We are super excited to participate in this event alongside some really great local favorites.
Music, Food, FREE BEER!
Hope to see you there.

This event is part of LVAA's Buy.Local.Art exhibition featuring fine art from LOOK galleries. The exhibition will run through October 11, 2009.

Local music by Thomas A. Minor and the Picket Line and SuperTruck. Local vendors include Community Farm Alliance, Dolce, Ear X-Tacy, Kentucky Bison Company, Lang Glass, Karate Body Records, Mama’s Hip, the Makery, Rainbow Blossom, Roobie Red Teas, Skull Alley, Sok Leather Works, Squallis Puppeteers, and more than a dozen Grasshopper Distribution producer farms.

www.louisvillevisualart.org/buylocalart.html

coming up!

2009-10-07T18:42:00.001-04:00

"Sprawl" Opening

2009-09-19T18:50:00.004-04:00

If you didn't get to come by on Friday evening the show will still be up through October 9th.

friday at the makery!

2009-09-16T13:20:00.001-04:00

where have i been?!

2009-09-15T14:41:00.003-04:00

over the weekend i attended the renegade craft fair in chicago. i was there peddling my wares (dearest inez) while tiffany manned the shop.
ive been a little absent on the blog because my life consisted of nothing but cutting, sewing, starching, and packaging all my little leaf wonders for the fair.
i did a lot of counter sewing over the past few weeks..

i was honored that dearest inez was featured in time out chicago before the fair AND on the readymade blog! woot!!
here's a little peek at one of my tables in the booth.

it was a great weekend with amazing weather and i met tons of great folks including many of the artists we carry here at the shop. hopefully ill be able to get back on track now that i can take a short break from sewing before the holiday season!!

friday night

2009-08-06T14:25:00.005-04:00

makery makeover

2009-08-05T12:11:00.004-04:00

when we moved to our new space last september, i didnt get to spruce up the place like i wanted to.
finally... a new paint job and it makes it soooo happy in here.
a big thanks to megen and tiffany for all their help!
come check out the makery's new look. i think you'll like it.

fan photos

2009-07-26T14:33:00.003-04:00

pinecone and chickadee onesie and an only embry plush rain drop.
good work kid. you have great taste!

injury

2009-07-23T13:33:00.002-04:00

usually when i get hurt at the shop its related to a sewing mistake or glue gun mishap..
and sometimes i just walk into things head first.

sometimes i really wonder if i should wear a helmet around. maybe i can turn that into the next big fashion trend...

on the streets

2009-07-23T12:49:00.003-04:00

makery sighting!
pinecone and chickadee onesie on baby henry.

submit fan photos to melissa@ilovethemakery.com
or add them to the ilovethemakery flickr group

around the 'hood

2009-07-10T17:00:00.003-04:00

parkside bike boutique opened in june.
they are located at 1345 bardstown rd and they have lots of vintage road bikes and cruisers (1960's-80's).
if you are in the market for a bike, check them out.
a friend of mine got this bike there, and is totally in love!

work that web

2009-07-10T13:44:00.002-04:00

today i created a flickr group - i love the makery
this is a group for people that really do love the makery. you can post photos here of the products you have purchased from here, products you currently sell here, photos of the shop or the shop in action at events we attend.
awesome!
and here's our cute little icon:

have you taken the handmade pledge?

2009-07-09T14:48:00.000-04:00

comments

2009-07-09T14:07:00.003-04:00

Test Test

just trying to see if the comment option comes up now that i changed my settings...

what i do in my spare time

2009-07-06T11:45:00.004-04:00

nick helped me start work on a new sign last night.
i am pretty excited about it. its going to be big and 3D (and all DIY of course).

2009-07-05T15:17:00.000-04:00

We've been getting a lot of requests lately for a Makery web store. You asked, we've answered.
It may take a while to get things up and going, but for now you can see what the shop will look like by visiting the shop link on our website. Hope you are as excited as we are! xo

red white blue

2009-07-03T19:02:00.002-04:00

organization

2009-06-30T15:39:00.002-04:00

i tried moving the counter last week and i ended up moving it back. so really all i accomplished... well... i added some scratches to a floor that already needed repainting.

sometimes i throw things in a bowl or box and call that organizing or cleaning.

meet stella

2009-06-27T11:21:00.003-04:00

stella is the other store cat.
he (yes, stella is a HE) was given away when his owner had to move into a un-pet-friendly apartment.
he has lived in ohio, west virginia, kentucky, and maybe some places we don't know about.
stella and kitty have lived together for about 6 years, but stella's official age is a mystery.
a grumpy old man one day, a sweet lover the next, stella has an attitude and his mood changes on a whim.
if you stop by and really want to pet him, you should pet his head and not his belly.
stella can often be found on the counter or under a rack of clothes.

sew sew day

2009-06-26T14:56:00.001-04:00

i've been working on lots of new dearest inez pieces for the shop today.
i actually like standing and sewing because it hurts my back less, so sewing on the counter is fine by me.

Lizzypop's goodies in action

2009-06-24T17:56:00.001-04:00

day to day

2009-06-23T16:51:00.002-04:00

an older gentleman wearing a bandana stopped to use our front window as a mirror for grooming his salt and pepper locks today.
things get exciting around here on tuesdays.

meet kitty

2009-06-23T11:20:00.002-04:00

kitty is one of our two store cats.
yes. they live here.
and yes. they love it.
kitty was born in toledo, ohio and raised by random feeders outside of a warehouse. she has lived in ohio, west virginia, and kentucky. a mover and a shaker of about 8 years old. she is a little lover. approach her with caution and she will stick around for a bit. kitty can often be found sleeping in the fitting room, or sun bathing in the front window.

last minute shoppers

2009-06-20T16:24:00.000-04:00

don't worry. i got your back.

new and neat

2009-06-20T12:46:00.002-04:00

felt bead earrings and bracelets from only embry

pillow talk

2009-06-19T18:39:00.003-04:00

worked on these pillows while shop sitting today.
counter sewing.
coming soon to the shop (and my etsy shop).

welcome to "makery life"

2009-06-19T18:01:00.003-04:00

welcome to "makery life"
this blog will follow the adventures of owning the makery... things i love, things i hate, trends i am into, and general nonsense as per my whim.