Be My Bee

Handmade Cavalcade @ Chelsea Market Dec.5&6 2015

2015-11-10T20:05:00.001-08:00

Hello Friends,

Well I've finally put away my Halloween decorations and moved right into Thanksgiving and Christmas preparations. The holidays always seem so far until, well, it's the night before and you're scrambling around the supermarket at midnight looking for cranberry sauce or scotch tape. Does this happen to you too, or is it just me?

Well this year I'm trying to narrow my focus to two big projects: handmade Christmas cards of course - mailed prior to January 2016, now that's the challenge, AND making new journals, cards and ornaments for... the EtsyNY Team: HANDMADE HOLIDAY CAVALCADE happening at Chelsea Market in New York City this December 5th & 6th!!!!!

http://www.handmadecavalcade.com/

I'm so excited to be part of fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So, tell me, what are your plans for the upcoming holidays? Is this the year you'll make all your gifts or start a new tradition on your block? I'd love to hear.

Marcia :) aka Be My Bee

www.BeMyBee.etsy.com

New York Portraits - Hand Painted Cards

2015-07-01T21:38:00.000-07:00

Ahhhhh summer is here at last!

What are your plans for the summer?

It's a city staycation for me, and I'm excited to see all the museums and amazing places New York has to offer that we just don't seem to get to during the year.

I'm also working on a new series of cards, my New York portraits collection. It's my interpretation of some of the colorful people I see around here in Brooklyn.

What do you think? Do any of these portraits remind you of someone you know?

Each card is One of a Kind so if you've got to have it better hurry on over to the shop.

www.etsy.com/shop/BeMyBee

Don't worry if you've missed it though I'll be adding more portrait cards over the summer and the right one will be waiting just for you. :)

Until next time, keep smiling! Buzz buzz buzz.

2015-06-08T23:31:00.000-07:00

Hi Friends,

Here's a preview of some new designs that will be in the shop later this week. As always if you'd like something custom made for you just send me a note through the shop and let me know how you'd like to customize it.

Best,

Marcia aka Be My Bee

Etsy Craft Party

2015-06-05T14:18:00.000-07:00

Hello Crafty World -

All around the globe people will be getting their craft on and you can join the party on Saturday June 6th.

Visit:
https://www.etsy.com/craftparty to find a party near you.

And if you're in NYC be sure to stop by Etsy Headquarters for a huge crafting session and a chance to shop with local Etsy vendors. I'll be there!

Have a great one!

Marcia aka Be My Bee :)

2015-04-11T10:35:00.001-07:00

Helloooooooo Everyone!

Finally a warmish day here in NYC and a very cool market tonight.

It'll be Ridgewood Market's first every Night Bazaar, celebrating their 2 year anniversary.

I've made a ton of new cards and paintings and I hope some New York locals will check it out too.

Visit the Ridgewood Market facebook page for details and to rsvp for this awesome market - plus there will be brunch served, at NIGHT! Gotta love that!

Marcia aka Be My Bee :)

Check out the cool vendors, I'm so excited to be part of this!

https://www.facebook.com/events/383412628497603/

http://www.ridgewoodmarket.com/vendors/

Out To See Market at South Street Seaport New York

2014-11-05T07:04:00.001-08:00

Hello Friends!

Recognize the lovely NY landmark featured in the photo above? It's the South Street Seaport!
I've always loved visiting the seaport, it's beautiful anytime of year and this November is especially wonderful to visit and shop the special Out-to-See market.

This Saturday November 8th, I will be one of a very awesome crew of handmade artists at the Seaport. I'm so excited!!!!

Time out NY has the scoop here: http://www.timeout.com/newyork/blog/out-to-see-festival-returns-to-south-street-seaport

Learn more about the artists you'll meet at Out-To-See and get ready to have some fun supporting local artists.

http://www.outtosee.org/

Have a great day, hope to see you Saturday!

Marcia aka Be My Bee :)

The Nightmare Before Christmas

2014-10-10T12:30:00.003-07:00

One of my favorite movies of all times by the magical & wonderful Tim Burton.

Remember as a kid when Halloween and Christmas were two distinct holidays and now....all the big box stores have the two side by side. Candy corn and candy reindeer poop. It used to kind of bug me but....now I'm guilty of having both holidays coexist.

Surrounded by Halloween decorations and after a good pumpkin picking session I set down to sketch out a mini painting of where I'm super excited to be selling this December, the Chelsea Market as part of the wonderful Etsy NY Team.

I couldn't be more excited! So while I'm planning outings to pumpkin patches and filling goody bags for Trick-or-Treaters I'm humming Christmas tunes as well.

What are you up to this time of year?

xoxo Marcia aka Be My Bee

Acrylic paint on good ol' fashioned black construction paper that I borrowed from my 5 year olds art stash. :)

Dots, dots and more dots

2014-08-01T11:06:00.000-07:00

Hi Friends,

I'm so excited to finally offer boxed card gift sets!

The very first in this new series is this cute red lobster. Each card is made from 100% tree free cotton rag cardstock, hand sewn into a matchbook style with sweet button details. Blank inside and perfect for any occassion. Choose red or kraft brown envelopes. When you're ready to order just stop by my Etsy shop and I'll be so happy to create a custom set for you! www.BeMyBee.etsy.com

Have a great weekend everyone!

Marcia aka Be My Bee

Handmade Life NYC Pop Up Shop in Williamsburg Brooklyn

2014-07-27T20:25:00.000-07:00

Hi Friends,

I'm excited to announce that you can find my cards and so many other goodies by local artists at this sweet little shop in Williamsburg Brooklyn now through August 18th.

This pop up shop is organized by Bar Soap Brooklyn, check them out for natural & beautiful soaps and body care!

http://instagram.com/barsoapbrooklyn
http://www.barsoapbrooklyn.com/

See you there!

Marcia aka Be My Bee :)

Cards for Danny

2014-07-24T07:44:00.000-07:00

Sending some love.....and you can too!

Danny is a soon to be 6 year old boy in Massachusetts with an inoperable brain tumor. His birthday wish is to receive a mailbox full of birthday cards. This, my friends is a wish we can ALL make come true!

I hope you'll join me in sending Danny a birthday card, you can make your own, buy one, even just send a note with a birthday wish. His birthday is right around the corner on July 25th, but don't worry if it arrives after the date, we all love knowing that we're remembered and I think that's especially true in this case.

Learn more about Danny, his family and this very special Birthday project here: https://www.facebook.com/dannyswarriors?fref=nf

Have a great day everyone!

xoxo Marcia aka Be My Bee

Lobster love

2014-07-07T14:27:00.000-07:00

"YOU'RE MY LOBSTER!"

Remember that line from the show "Friends"? It's a classic.

This card was actually inspired by that line. I have an awesome lobster stencil that I use to keep my dots in order and then I paint dots, dots and more dots.

If you haven't tried dot painting I highly recommend it. It's so fun and relaxing.

I use a Martha Stewart brand stylus, but the end of a paint brush or toothpick will do.

I'd love to see your designs so please share.

See you soon,

Marcia aka Be My Bee

Find this card and more in my etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/listing/195581616/hand-painted-lobster-card-blank-greeting?ref=shop_home_active_1

Hester Street Fair

2014-06-25T14:33:00.002-07:00

Hellooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo Summer!

The city is warm, humid and perfectly summerific.

On Sunday I was at Hester Street for the first time and it was so much fun! Great customers, vendors and food - I highly recommend a visit when you're in the big apple.

http://www.hesterstreetfair.com/

Stay cool and see you soon!

Marcia :)

The Return of Paperclay

2014-01-24T20:03:00.000-08:00

Hi Guys,

It's been ages since Ive sculpted anything and I've finally gotten my hands on some clay again.

Here's a a little work in progress in progress.:

Greenpointer's Valentines Market

2014-01-22T19:06:00.002-08:00

Hi Guys!

I'm super excited to announce that I'll be one of the vendors at Greenpointer's awesome Valentines Market. The venue is gorgeous and I can't wait to share all of the new goodies I've been working on. Sneak peeks to come so stay tuned....

See you soon!

Marcia :)

http://greenpointers.com/2014/01/21/valentines-market-vendors-announced-29-new-speed-friending/

Happy New Year 2014!

2014-01-03T21:04:00.001-08:00

Hi Friends!

I hope 2014 has been off to a good start for you. So tell me, what exciting plans have you dreamed up for the coming year?

I have lots of things on my list, much of it business related but on a personal note I'd love to travel. A family vacation to Hawaii would be amazing but I'd be happy staying local too. And I'm obsessed with a kitchen I saw at IKEA, I NEED that kitchen and that house that goes with it. :)

Now to figure out how to make it happen. Wish me luck and here's wishing you a beautiful new year filled with great health lots of love and all the wonderful things your heart desires.

Best,

Marcia

Trunk Show at Color Bklyn

2013-12-07T16:44:00.004-08:00

Had my first trunk show at Color Bklyn today!

Met an amazing group of ladies who create everything from jewelry, stationery to crochet and knit works of art. I loved the space and the whole vibe of the place. Looking forward to my next trunk show soon.

When you're in Brooklyn be sure to check out this sweet little shop, they seriously have a little bit of everything that's super cute and great for gifting!

www.colorbklyn.com

That's me, Be My Bee

https://www.etsy.com/shop/prairiefunk

https://www.etsy.com/shop/kbatty?ref=shop_sugg

See me Be My Bee

2013-03-26T16:11:00.002-07:00

Hi Friends!

Just wanted to share a photo of me at the craft show on Sunday.

I saw soooooo many beautiful displays, I can't wait to take mine to the next level!

Hope you guys are having a great week - it's finally sunny here in Washington!!!!

Marcia :)

Hope Helpers Spring Soiree Bazaar Benefit 2013

2013-03-18T23:38:00.001-07:00

Hi Friends,

If you're in the neighborhood please stop by and say hello, I'll be at this event on Sunday. :)

Thanks!

Marcia aka Be My Bee :)

Giveaway - Win a handmade Card Duo

2013-03-15T11:21:00.002-07:00

Hi Friends,

Be sure to enter the my giveaway on facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/BeMyBee/130567357006516.

Just leave comment letting me know how you'll be celebrating and I'll choose a lucky winner on St. Patrick's Day.

Good Luck!

Marcia aka Be My Bee

Giveaway Friday

2013-03-14T13:48:00.001-07:00

Hi Friends!

I'll be hosting another giveaway tomorrow, be sure to stop by BeMyBee's facebook page tomorrow and leave a comment answering the giveaway question to be eligible.

Good luck!

Marcia

Spring has sprung in the shop

2013-03-13T16:18:00.002-07:00

Hello Friends,

I'm so excited for Spring - I can't wait for warmer weather and sunshine. How about you?

Here's a peek at some new items I've been working on. Do they remind you of Spring?

Mini cards are so versatile! Attach them to gifts, or use them as mini thank you notes, lunch box notes or add some ribbon and they make great gift tags!

These cards are custom made in your choice of color.

Simple and sweet - cut paper blank card.

A sweet pocket journal, handstitched with love!

Sweet damask bird gift set made for a dear friends school auction.

Thanks for stopping by friends, I hope you're having a great day!

Marcia aka Be MY Bee :)

Friday Giveaway - March 8, 2013

2013-03-08T08:29:00.004-08:00

Hi Friends!

What better way to celebrate Friday than with a little away. Just stop by my Facebook fan page https://www.facebook.com/pages/BeMyBee/130567357006516 and leave a comment answering the giveaway question "what are you doing this weekend?"

I'll choose one winner at random to win this sweet set of safari cards. You can enter until midnight tonight, PST. Good Luck!

Win this set of 3 matchbook style cards!

Each card is hand cut & hand stitched by yours truly. Great for attaching to gifts, tucking a gift card inside or including in lunch box.

Hope you all have a great weekend!

Marcia aka Be MY Bee :)

Giveaway Friday

2013-03-06T14:54:00.003-08:00

Hi Friends!

A pretty little gift for the winner. This is last week's winner,

I had so much fun hosting my giveaway last Friday that I'll be hosting another one this week. :)

Be sure to visit my facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/BeMyBee/130567357006516 on Friday and leave a comment for this week's question.

See you soon!

Marcia aka Be My Bee :)

Giveaway Friday - on Facebook

2013-03-01T10:54:00.000-08:00

Hi Friends,

Happy March 1st! Are you ready for some fun? Hop on over to facebook and enter my new giveaway, good luck!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/BeMyBee/130567357006516

Marcia :)

Spring Fundraisers

2013-02-27T00:20:00.001-08:00

Hi Friends,

Hope February has been good to you!

I've been keeping busy making new spring goodies, including gift baskets. Two have been donated to local charity auctions and another basket is awaiting a few final touches before being shipped off to New York for a school based auction. I love being able to help!

This gift basket is brimming with pink and white goodies including: "Thank you" and "Hello Dear" blank kraft cards, white 3x3 " mini cards with elephant, giraffe, & bird paper cuts, white tags with cut paper animals & pink satiny ribbon, a pocket journal with giraffe and a handmade mini envelope set.

Next up is continuing prep work for upcoming shows! I'm so excited to learn more about the craft show circuit. More details coming soon.

Marcia :) aka Be My Bee