Thursday, June 28, 2012
A chat with... PeekaBoo cornershop
Hello everyone
first of all, thanks a lot for all the enthousiasm around Oplà. so far I got so many nice feedbacks about the invitation card, the blog, the facebook page...it makes me even more enthousiastic about this project! July 20th is slowly approaching and there are SO MANY things to do... but I'm happy to say I'm on schedule and I'll be able to keep working on holiday as well...so no panic!
Today I would like to start introducing to you one of the designers who will exhibit and sell in Oplà: PeekaBoo cornershop. Enjoy!
- Who's the creative mind behind peekaboo cornershop?
All creations of Peekaboo cornershop are made and designed by myself ,Stefano by the support of my girlfriend, Roberta, that helps me to arrange the online shop and to find and develop new ideas.
This project was born two years ago to follow my passion for the crafts and jewellery.
- When did you start creating and how did you discover your passion?
I started to make jewellery many years ago. When I was in Italy I worked as a jewellery designer for many companies using 3D softwares .Two years ago ,I moved to London and I've started to create bijoux using shrink plastic, polymer clay and other materials.
My passion was born twenty years ago,in fact I studied jewellery making at the Institute of Art In Tuscany,Italy.
- Which are your favourite materials?
My favourite materials are shrink plastic,polymer clay,some fabrics,ceramics or glass .I also love working with gold , silver and steel.
-How would you describe your creative process and Where does your inspiration come from?
My creative process first of all is visual, I like to draw inspiration from colours, attractive shapes and all the contrasts that come from nature,landscapes or through the different expressions of people....
The melting pot of London is really ideal for that!
- What is craft for you? A hobby? Your profession? And are you happy with your current situation or would you like to change something?
My craft creations at the moment are also my work .Currently,I'm working as a market trader at Greenwich market of London. I'm very glad about this job,the market is an exciting environment to show and sell the hand-crafted products.
- How would you describe your style?
I could describe my style like a fusion of design and different suggestions,
Is like a fun game ,a world of shapes and different stories that mix and fit each other.
- Do you participate in crafty markets/fairs or do you only sell online?
Yes, I participate in many craft markets,expecially in London,(Camden town market,Sunday up market,Backyard market and the Greenwich market).
This 15th of june I also taken part in a jewellery fair at Greenwich market.
first of all, thanks a lot for all the enthousiasm around Oplà. so far I got so many nice feedbacks about the invitation card, the blog, the facebook page...it makes me even more enthousiastic about this project! July 20th is slowly approaching and there are SO MANY things to do... but I'm happy to say I'm on schedule and I'll be able to keep working on holiday as well...so no panic!
Today I would like to start introducing to you one of the designers who will exhibit and sell in Oplà: PeekaBoo cornershop. Enjoy!
- Who's the creative mind behind peekaboo cornershop?
All creations of Peekaboo cornershop are made and designed by myself ,Stefano by the support of my girlfriend, Roberta, that helps me to arrange the online shop and to find and develop new ideas.
This project was born two years ago to follow my passion for the crafts and jewellery.
- When did you start creating and how did you discover your passion?
I started to make jewellery many years ago. When I was in Italy I worked as a jewellery designer for many companies using 3D softwares .Two years ago ,I moved to London and I've started to create bijoux using shrink plastic, polymer clay and other materials.
My passion was born twenty years ago,in fact I studied jewellery making at the Institute of Art In Tuscany,Italy.
- Which are your favourite materials?
My favourite materials are shrink plastic,polymer clay,some fabrics,ceramics or glass .I also love working with gold , silver and steel.
-How would you describe your creative process and Where does your inspiration come from?
My creative process first of all is visual, I like to draw inspiration from colours, attractive shapes and all the contrasts that come from nature,landscapes or through the different expressions of people....
The melting pot of London is really ideal for that!
- What is craft for you? A hobby? Your profession? And are you happy with your current situation or would you like to change something?
My craft creations at the moment are also my work .Currently,I'm working as a market trader at Greenwich market of London. I'm very glad about this job,the market is an exciting environment to show and sell the hand-crafted products.
- How would you describe your style?
I could describe my style like a fusion of design and different suggestions,
Is like a fun game ,a world of shapes and different stories that mix and fit each other.
- Do you participate in crafty markets/fairs or do you only sell online?
Yes, I participate in many craft markets,expecially in London,(Camden town market,Sunday up market,Backyard market and the Greenwich market).
This 15th of june I also taken part in a jewellery fair at Greenwich market.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
still hot from the printer...
...and here they are, just printed! I love how they came out! and I am so glad I managed to find a printer that always listens to what I ask and spends time to make proof prints and choose colors with me. So, for the moment, 400 flyers are ready to be spread, starting from next saturday at Bazar Bizar, the artsy market/event in the south of Rotterdam. I can't wait to put a smile on people's faces with these amazing flyers...
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Ladies and Gentlemen....
here we are with the cutest invitation EVER! I feel so lucky to be able to collaborate with the most talented people around....here you are, front and back, with all the useful info about the shop, opening times, and the designers... enjoy!
Thursday, June 14, 2012
O come Oplà
Hello everyone. My name is Teresa and I am a creative restless mind. I moved to the Netherlands from Italy 3 hears and a half ago and since then I was so lucky to make a living out of my biggest passion: art. I've been working as a freelance curator for contemporary art, collaborating with different institutions and realising a lot of projects I truly loved and engaged with.
Lately I felt the need to experiment also with my second biggest passion: craft and handmade.
I've been wandering in the crafty and handmade world for the last 7 years, both creating items myself and supporting other people's handmade work.
I like getting lost surfin' the internet checking handmade websites, handmade shops all over the world, spend entire days sitting in craftymarkets, meeting other creative minds, and so on.
Finally, thanks to Roodkapje in Rotterdam (click!) I managed to get a small temporary store to sell handmade stuff I love.
The idea of running a shop has been on my mind for a long time now and I can't wait to start this new adventure. I will be selling handmade items by a bunch of talented crafty people, and the shop will be filled with illustrations, jewels and accessories realised with different materials and techniques. Stay tuned in the next weeks for all the information, dates, and interviews with the designers.
Follow my blog and support handmade!
Lately I felt the need to experiment also with my second biggest passion: craft and handmade.
I've been wandering in the crafty and handmade world for the last 7 years, both creating items myself and supporting other people's handmade work.
I like getting lost surfin' the internet checking handmade websites, handmade shops all over the world, spend entire days sitting in craftymarkets, meeting other creative minds, and so on.
Finally, thanks to Roodkapje in Rotterdam (click!) I managed to get a small temporary store to sell handmade stuff I love.
The idea of running a shop has been on my mind for a long time now and I can't wait to start this new adventure. I will be selling handmade items by a bunch of talented crafty people, and the shop will be filled with illustrations, jewels and accessories realised with different materials and techniques. Stay tuned in the next weeks for all the information, dates, and interviews with the designers.
Follow my blog and support handmade!
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- Oplà Minishop
- Oplà is the next Minishop at Roodkapje, running from july 20th to sept 2nd. Oplà offers a selection of i(ndie)talian craft, to bring in Rotterdam a bunch of talented creative minds all the way from Italy!
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