HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Kitsch Klothing wishes Love, Laughter and Life to you and yours throughout this holiday season.
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FREE DESKTOPS for your computer in our new EXTRAS section
This season's TRENDS AND TIPS on the latest fashion ideas
A BRIEF BACKGROUND ON KITSCH and how we came to fruition, in the ABOUT section
Watch out for more extras, more ideas and definitely new products coming early in the new year!!
Wednesday, December 21, 2005
Wednesday, December 07, 2005
The Joy of Christmas Cards
By Sarita Mehra
One of the many memories I have of Christmas as a child, was of our standing card tree. We moved many times during my childhood, and wherever we ended up celebrating Christmas, you could be sure that golden card tree would be featured somewhere in view.
Christmas cards have played an intricate part in everyone's Christmas. I don't think there is a person out there that is not yet received one in their lifetime, and millions upon million of them make their way through the world's postal services every year, but have you ever wondered what started the tradition? Who does Hallmark have to thank?
~ Papery Whims ~
It was December 1843, and Sir Henry Cole, a British aristocrat wanted to do something different for Christmas. Rather than his usual boring old Christmas letter to his family and friends, he decided to commission a painting for the cover of a card. John Clacott Horsley's design of a family toasting the season became the color-lithographed design of the first ever Christmas card, that was sold by the publisher for 1shilling (roughly 10cents nowadays).
Initially they did not sell very well, with only a thousand copies sold, but the idea soon took flight and by the 1900s, the Christmas card business had grown to such levels, that the Post Office sometimes had trouble handling all the mail.
~ Early Birds Get Their Cards ~
In response to the early popularity of Christmas cards, and the eagerness to have one's card be delivered on Christmas, the postal service devised a method to entice people to mail their cards early.
A special postmark was issued:
POSTED IN ADVANCE
FOR DELIVERY ON
CHRISTMAS DAY
This ensured that all Christmas deliveries would be 'held back' for special delivery on Christmas Eve, or Day.
~ Tradition vs. E-Cards ~
With the Internet entering households across the world, a new trend has emerged: Electronic Greeting Cards, or E-Cards.
It's convenient and fast. They have been life-savers for many a relative's birthday, and a triumph on the Boss's wife's birthday. There's no postage, no handling, and usually no charge for a decent e-card that arrives a moment after you click 'submit'.
Most popular card companies have recognized the trend and now offer E-cards in their online selections as well as free cards for all occasions. There are many great e-card companies online, and I have to admit, I consider www.bluemountain.com, to be one of the best. With a huge selection for almost every holiday imaginable, their Christmas collection is humorous, sentimental and well-crafted.
I still send Christmas cards the old fashioned way, mainly to my immediate family. Albeit so my younger sister can experience the card tree. It's lost a little of it's golden hue, and some of the slots have been taped together a few times, but it's still a very special part of our Christmas.
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I think that little article shows a nice history of how cards have come along, and why it is still so important to use the reminiscing spirit that comes along with Christmas as an excuse to send out cards to friends, loved ones and those whom we may have lost touch with, but have not forgotten.
Send out a card this year and put a smile on someone's face! Check out our small (but growing) collection of festive and cheerful Christmas Cards and Postcards at Kitsch Klothing, in the Christmas Section of the Holiday Specials!
By Sarita Mehra
One of the many memories I have of Christmas as a child, was of our standing card tree. We moved many times during my childhood, and wherever we ended up celebrating Christmas, you could be sure that golden card tree would be featured somewhere in view.
Christmas cards have played an intricate part in everyone's Christmas. I don't think there is a person out there that is not yet received one in their lifetime, and millions upon million of them make their way through the world's postal services every year, but have you ever wondered what started the tradition? Who does Hallmark have to thank?
~ Papery Whims ~
It was December 1843, and Sir Henry Cole, a British aristocrat wanted to do something different for Christmas. Rather than his usual boring old Christmas letter to his family and friends, he decided to commission a painting for the cover of a card. John Clacott Horsley's design of a family toasting the season became the color-lithographed design of the first ever Christmas card, that was sold by the publisher for 1shilling (roughly 10cents nowadays).
Initially they did not sell very well, with only a thousand copies sold, but the idea soon took flight and by the 1900s, the Christmas card business had grown to such levels, that the Post Office sometimes had trouble handling all the mail.
~ Early Birds Get Their Cards ~
In response to the early popularity of Christmas cards, and the eagerness to have one's card be delivered on Christmas, the postal service devised a method to entice people to mail their cards early.
A special postmark was issued:
POSTED IN ADVANCE
FOR DELIVERY ON
CHRISTMAS DAY
This ensured that all Christmas deliveries would be 'held back' for special delivery on Christmas Eve, or Day.
~ Tradition vs. E-Cards ~
With the Internet entering households across the world, a new trend has emerged: Electronic Greeting Cards, or E-Cards.
It's convenient and fast. They have been life-savers for many a relative's birthday, and a triumph on the Boss's wife's birthday. There's no postage, no handling, and usually no charge for a decent e-card that arrives a moment after you click 'submit'.
Most popular card companies have recognized the trend and now offer E-cards in their online selections as well as free cards for all occasions. There are many great e-card companies online, and I have to admit, I consider www.bluemountain.com, to be one of the best. With a huge selection for almost every holiday imaginable, their Christmas collection is humorous, sentimental and well-crafted.
I still send Christmas cards the old fashioned way, mainly to my immediate family. Albeit so my younger sister can experience the card tree. It's lost a little of it's golden hue, and some of the slots have been taped together a few times, but it's still a very special part of our Christmas.
---------------------
I think that little article shows a nice history of how cards have come along, and why it is still so important to use the reminiscing spirit that comes along with Christmas as an excuse to send out cards to friends, loved ones and those whom we may have lost touch with, but have not forgotten.
Send out a card this year and put a smile on someone's face! Check out our small (but growing) collection of festive and cheerful Christmas Cards and Postcards at Kitsch Klothing, in the Christmas Section of the Holiday Specials!
Thursday, December 01, 2005
HI guys. I'm in a bit of a pickle, but I guess the general public will benefit from it a bit!I signed up for the Toronto Gift show Months ago and was supposed to do two different weekend sales..the first one of which is supposed to take place this weekend. Instead of that happening, they have apparently cancelled all upcoming show dates for this year which leaves me majorly bummed, and with a large amount of handmade shirts, journals, buttons, gift bags, etc that I have no one to sell to!!
So I have posted some pictures (many pictures) to show you what it is I have available..
Gift Bags....
These are $6.00 each and come with an assorted button on each of them. Some buttons are one of a kind!! (Like the green lightning bolt in the photo).
If you want one with a specific design that you see below in the button section, I can probably do that. I have quite a few.
T-Shirts....
All of the below T-shirts are $20 dollars each..(They were to go for 25 at the show.) They are all nice quality white T-shirts with Transfer designs on them. The transfers are trimmed and applied correctly, so they do not look "home made" or crappy in any way! Each shirt comes with a tag with care instructions. ;) And also a way to contact me if you have Questions. I have about 7-9 of each design..
Argyle Cranky Bunny pattern..Three little bunnies in a row with purple "stitching" - Argyle Style!
Comes in Small, medium, Large.
Bedhead pattern...Very retro funky chick with crazy wild hair. Text reads "Bed Head" in a cool retro font underneath.
Comes in Small, Medium, large
"Eat the rich - the poor are tough and chewy" design. 'Nuff said.
Comes in Medium ,large, XL
"Evil Makes Me Sad" Dragon. Little blue dragon with a tear in his eye, and very cute writing underneath with the phrase "Evil Makes Me Sad". HE makes an AWESOME gift! Everyone seems to love this one, guys and girls.
Comes in Small, Medium, Large,
"Flake" design. Give it to someone who is a real flake..or at least someone who likes snow ;)
Comes in Medium, Large, XL
"This Shall Be My Greatest Performance" design. Awesome for theatre fans, shakespeare fans, and the very dramatic at-large.
Available in Medium, Large, XL
(The next three are kiddie's shirts)
Moo Dat?! A Very confused cow is featured here.
Available in Sizes 2/4 and 6/8
Poo On You Bear...well..this one is just too cute to be offensive. I'm not sure the poor teddy agrees though!
Available in sizes 2/4 and 6/8
"Evil Keeps me Young" puppy.
This little (determinedly evil) puppy totally looks like he will take over the world! Discustingly cute as well.
Available in 2/4 and 6/8
Journals...
I have only a very few of these journals. pretty much one or two of each - as I actually was going to make them tonight, but got the call that the show was cancelled. These are all made by hand and very sturdy. They are not lined paper. They'd make awesome doodle books or sketch pads as the paper is nice and thick and very bright white. If someone wants one and I am out, I can always make one up in a day or two as well. Journals are $10 each.
Candy!
Eat The Rich
Evil Keeps Me Young
Evil Makes Me Sad
Heaven
Moo Dat!?
BUTTONS
Wow, if you made it this far down I applaud you.
I'm not sure how to sell these buttons except mabye as a random grab bag.
If you see one in the photo you like I can send that..or you can just request a random one!
(sorry about the bad photo) Mini 1" buttons. $3 each or 4 for $10.
Larger 2" buttons. $4 each or 4 for $12
If you want a bunch more than that of either kind of button I'll cut you a deal.
Same with Shirts or journals.
I WILL PAY TO MAIL THIS TO YOU IN CANADA!!!
Or I can get you a Discounted rate on a courier like UPS...or just send it by normal mail.
Anyone with Questions, post here or email me at mauig@hotmail.com and THANKS!!
I have dumped a lot of my savings into these darn craft shows only to have all my plans foiled!! There goes my christmas money. All of these things are my own design/illustrations. I'm pretty proud of it all, and its all very colourful and funky. Give an item a good home this christmas!!
So I have posted some pictures (many pictures) to show you what it is I have available..
Gift Bags....
These are $6.00 each and come with an assorted button on each of them. Some buttons are one of a kind!! (Like the green lightning bolt in the photo).
If you want one with a specific design that you see below in the button section, I can probably do that. I have quite a few.
T-Shirts....
All of the below T-shirts are $20 dollars each..(They were to go for 25 at the show.) They are all nice quality white T-shirts with Transfer designs on them. The transfers are trimmed and applied correctly, so they do not look "home made" or crappy in any way! Each shirt comes with a tag with care instructions. ;) And also a way to contact me if you have Questions. I have about 7-9 of each design..
Argyle Cranky Bunny pattern..Three little bunnies in a row with purple "stitching" - Argyle Style!
Comes in Small, medium, Large.
Bedhead pattern...Very retro funky chick with crazy wild hair. Text reads "Bed Head" in a cool retro font underneath.
Comes in Small, Medium, large
"Eat the rich - the poor are tough and chewy" design. 'Nuff said.
Comes in Medium ,large, XL
"Evil Makes Me Sad" Dragon. Little blue dragon with a tear in his eye, and very cute writing underneath with the phrase "Evil Makes Me Sad". HE makes an AWESOME gift! Everyone seems to love this one, guys and girls.
Comes in Small, Medium, Large,
"Flake" design. Give it to someone who is a real flake..or at least someone who likes snow ;)
Comes in Medium, Large, XL
"This Shall Be My Greatest Performance" design. Awesome for theatre fans, shakespeare fans, and the very dramatic at-large.
Available in Medium, Large, XL
(The next three are kiddie's shirts)
Moo Dat?! A Very confused cow is featured here.
Available in Sizes 2/4 and 6/8
Poo On You Bear...well..this one is just too cute to be offensive. I'm not sure the poor teddy agrees though!
Available in sizes 2/4 and 6/8
"Evil Keeps me Young" puppy.
This little (determinedly evil) puppy totally looks like he will take over the world! Discustingly cute as well.
Available in 2/4 and 6/8
Journals...
I have only a very few of these journals. pretty much one or two of each - as I actually was going to make them tonight, but got the call that the show was cancelled. These are all made by hand and very sturdy. They are not lined paper. They'd make awesome doodle books or sketch pads as the paper is nice and thick and very bright white. If someone wants one and I am out, I can always make one up in a day or two as well. Journals are $10 each.
Candy!
Eat The Rich
Evil Keeps Me Young
Evil Makes Me Sad
Heaven
Moo Dat!?
BUTTONS
Wow, if you made it this far down I applaud you.
I'm not sure how to sell these buttons except mabye as a random grab bag.
If you see one in the photo you like I can send that..or you can just request a random one!
(sorry about the bad photo) Mini 1" buttons. $3 each or 4 for $10.
Larger 2" buttons. $4 each or 4 for $12
If you want a bunch more than that of either kind of button I'll cut you a deal.
Same with Shirts or journals.
I WILL PAY TO MAIL THIS TO YOU IN CANADA!!!
Or I can get you a Discounted rate on a courier like UPS...or just send it by normal mail.
Anyone with Questions, post here or email me at mauig@hotmail.com and THANKS!!
I have dumped a lot of my savings into these darn craft shows only to have all my plans foiled!! There goes my christmas money. All of these things are my own design/illustrations. I'm pretty proud of it all, and its all very colourful and funky. Give an item a good home this christmas!!
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