craft classes are back at treehouse!

* CRAFT CLASSES ARE BACK!!! YAY!!!!! fri nov 13 6:30-8:30 $50 embroidery fri nov 27 6:30-8:30 $40 junk-to-jewels fri dec 11 6:30-8:30 $50 crochet the next class is NEXT FRIDAY.... so sign up now! *oh, and the SALE SALE SALE is STILL on..VINTAGE is 30% off!!!!! and ...and ...and we put out new stuff EVERY DAY. how do we do it? it's truly a mystery for the ages... *last but not least, we've made a little facebook group for treehouse which we'd love for you to join. there'll be special deals and insights into the land of treehouse and what makes us tick... kisses from the branches, and reaching for the stars, sirius* treehouse

CRAFT CLASSES NOW! ;)

DON'T FORGET: it's time to get crafty once again in our branches! CRAFT CLASSES AT TREEHOUSE START THIS THURSDAY!!! Coming berry soon (crochet is rockin right now while i blog this! but there's still room in embroidery and junk to jewels) to a treehouse near you: *Beginning Crochet Thur. June 11th 6:30-8:30 $50 *Embroidery Sat. June 13th 6-8 $50 *Junk to Jewels Sat. June 20th 6-8 $40 click here to find out more and/or sign up! great crafty times await! Join us! A few spots left in each! Tasty treats, wine and great crafty informative times provided. You won't regret it, we promise :). Renegade Craft Fair was as always overwhelming and amazing, and it was so great to see friends both old and new. Wish we would've had more time to explore the other boothes, but there's just never enough time! And we were so glad our friends of Honeysuckle set up shop next to us and kept us deliciously hydrated and properly sugared with sweet tea, watermelon agua fresca (DIVINE!), and amazing gooey rice krispy treats. AND lucky us...they'll be setting up shop in front of treehouse on the weekends! Yum! come 'n get treat-ed! ;) thanx again to kayte terry of thisisloveforever for sharing the booth at renegade with us! The adorable Honeysuckle gang! And don't forget about the awesome CLOTHES at treehouse!!!! we've got lotsa new, bright, fun, playful stuff for spring and summer....come on by and check it out! And weather depending, we've got a rack of vintage spring dresses outside for sale...all $20, $35 or $50....great deals abound, and new dresses everydayish! let's celebrate the sun and fun! cuz, i mean, finally!!! BTW, coming soon: in JULY...we're thinking SUN 19th...does that work for you? hope so! cuz treehouse turns 3!!!! WOWZERS!! can we say PARTAY???? oh snap, we just did. you've been sufficiently warned.....fun, friendly and frosty good times await cuz we like to share and we play well with others...;) kisses from the branches, and reaching for the stars, siri treehouse*

craft classes in JUNE, and renegade craft fair SOON!

Yippee Kai Yay!! craft classes are back in JUNE...and that's very berry soon! You know you wanna...cuz... CRAFT CLASSES AT TREEHOUSE RULE!!! Coming to a treehouse near you: *Beginning Crochet Thur. June 11th 6:30-8:30 $50 *Embroidery Sat. June 13th 6-8 $50 *Junk to Jewels Sat. June 20th 6-8 $40 click here to find out more and/or sign up! great crafty times await! Join us! Tasty treats, wine and great times provided. You won't regret it, we promise :). btw..., RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR IS BAAAACK!!! The flowers are blooming once again, and that can only mean one thing....tis the season of the craft fair! Bust Sping Fling was grrreat, and now we're gearing up for the BIG one....the original big bad & awesome craft phenomenon, the Renegade Craft Fair ! coming up on June 6&7th in McCarren Park (not the pool this year, cuz the're turning it into an actual pool! for swimming and diving and cool water and stuff! yay!)...it's coming real soon, so be prepared! we're trying to be!!;) And don't forget about the awesome CLOTHES at treehouse!!!! we've got lotsa new, bright, fun, playful stuff for spring and summer....come on by and check it out! And weather depending, we've got a rack of vintage spring dresses outside for sale...all $20, $35 or $50....great deals abound, and new dresses everydayish! let's celebrate the sun and fun! cuz, i mean, finally!!! BTW, coming soon: in JULY: treehouse turns 3!!!! WOWZERS!! can we say PARTAY???? oh snap, we just did. you've been sufficiently warned.....fun, friendly and frosty good times await cuz we like to share and we play well with others...;) kisses from the branches, and reaching for the stars, siri treehouse* treehouse brooklyn 430 graham ave brooklyn, ny 11211 (718)482-TREE treehousebrooklyn.com

Love your moms, embroider away, and get ready for craft fair madness!

Celebrate spring, birth, and new beginnings! (and perty dresses, too ;)... ) card by los monitos We have the perfect last-minute cards, jewelry and gifts for mother's day, for moms and moms-to-be! So come on over before it's too late! mother's day is next sunday, dontcha know? last embroidery class at treehouse The last embroidery class was so overwhelmingly successful, that the lovely Cal Patch has agreed to offer another session....NEXT WEEK! : Wednesday May 6th Embroidery with Cal Patch of Hodgepodge The lovely Cal Patch is back in the trees with her fabulous embroidery skills and that loveable sidekick Gertie too. In this one session extravaganza, you'll learn 12 classic embroidery stitches and be off and running to custom-decorate everything you own! After making a basic stitch sampler, Cal will help you visualize planning your own personal project. All supplies included ...including tasty treats!...Stitch Away! Wednesday May 6th 6:30-8:30 $50 SIGN UP HERE p.s. all of our classes take place in the treehouse, sometimes during business hours. because of this, the classes are kept small so that everyone can participate (usually 4-6 people per class). once a class fills up, we'll start a waiting list for the next session. the flowers are blooming once again, and that can only mean one thing....it's craft fair season once again! and to kick off the season, can we recommend the HANDMADE CAVALCADE the weekend after this one at the bell house? many of our friend crafters of the New New team will be representin' with their handmade goods, such as betterthanjam and thisisloveforever. (we'll be sharing a table with thisisloveforever at both the BUST Spring Fling May 17th at Warsaw and the Renegade Craft Fair June 6&7th in McCarren Park, both in Williamsburg , Brooklyn...coming soon to a crafty summer near you...yay!) And last but not least, CLOTHES!!!! we've got lotsa new, bright, fun, playful stuff for spring....come on by and check it out! And weather depending, we've got a rack of vintage spring dresses outside for sale...all $20, $35 or $50....great deals abound! let's celebrate! kisses from the branches, and reaching for the stars, siri treehouse*

LAST MINUTE!!! Newly added embroidery class! Wed April 15th!

Because of overwhelming popularity, embroidery class quickly sold out, and its fabulous instructor, Cal Patch, made time in her busy craftin' schedule to add one more embroidery class the day before, on Wed April 15th! it was great, pics to come soon, and another embroidery class on the way!

class description:
The lovely Cal Patch is back in the trees with her fabulous embroidery skills and that loveable sidekick Gertie too. In this one session extravaganza, you'll learn 12 classic embroidery stitches and be off and running to custom-decorate everything you own! After making a basic stitch sampler, Cal will help you visualize planning your own personal project. All supplies included ...including tasty treats!...Stitch away!

Wednesday, April 15th 6:30-8:30 $50

Embroider Me Crazy!

This Sunday Dec. 7th, treehouse was honored to host another great embroidery class taught by the lovely Cal Patch. The students snacked on cookies and green tea, while learning the many stitches one can use in the wondrous world of embroidery. Can't wait to see what kind of embroidered treats they'll come up with now that the knowledge is theirs....





btw, we still have room in the CROCHET BOOTCAMP course this Thur Dec 11th, 6-9pm $60 which is also w/ the amazing Cal Patch of hodgepodge
* crochet is the way!!!....sign up now to get your hook into this deliciously addicting craft!


btw, KNITTING BOOTCAMP with Keep It Moving Kim was also a blast, so much so I forgot to take pictures!!! Sorry about that guys.... but was a joy to watch you master the caste on caste off!

class-y crafty holidaze at treehouse, and gift ideas and party too!

treehouse* here reminding you that our new longer holidaze hours have begun, to help you check those special gifts off the list....from now to xmas eve, treehouse* will be open Tuesday-Sunday 12:30 to 8pm. So come by with a cup of joe and check out all our new giftable treasures for ladies, gents, tots, and you too!

Also, there's STILL room in all three craft classes coming up SOON in December.
In fact, knitting bootcamp is THIS friday! Wow! sign up now!....
THIS Fri Dec 5th 6-9pm $60 knitting bootcamp w/ keep it moving kim

Knitting is knotty fun in December for knitting newbies..knitting bootcamp instructions

The lovely Kim Hamlin of Keep It Moving fame, she of the knit trees, is bringing her knitting know-how back to the trees to teach Knitting Bootcamp! Always wanted to learn to knit but didn't know where to begin? Well, now's the perfect time because it's getting chilly out there, and wouldn't you like to stay warm this winter in cozy wares knit by your own two hands? and then there's also those friends and family that'd love a hand-knit holiday present or two...So come get armed with knitting knowledge in this super-intensive workshop. learn cast-on, cast-off, knit stitch AND if you're lucky and a fast learn, purl stitch too!....don't despair, pretty soon you'll be knitting like a pro!
(supplies can be purchased at treehouse, or you an bring your own...)

CLICK HERE to reserve a spot by paypal, (or you can always call or stop in...)

ALSO COMING UP SOON!!!:
Sun Dec 7th 5-7pm $50 Embroidery w/ the amazing Cal Patch of hodgepodge (includes materials)
* embroidery is almost full! So if you want to get your stitch on, don't delay!

Thur Dec 11th 6-9pm $60 crochet bootcamp w/ the amazing Cal Patch of hodgepodge
* crochet is the way....sign up now to get your hook into this deliciously addicting craft!

check out the classes page on our website, with more detailed class descriptions... and you can now sign up by paypal! Don't kick yourself for wasting another winter season where you could be crafting the doldrums away!!

And remember, you can give a gift of craft this giving season! (not only do handmade crafts make great, personal gifts, but giving the gift of a class is also a wonderful present... why don't you sign you and your best friend up for a class? what better present is there than sharing time AND knowledge?

Treehouse is sooo thankful! And come join the crafty holidaze in our branches!

Dear treehouse friend,

treehouse* here wishing you and yours a delicious and delightful thanksgiving, hoping your dreams tonight are full
of visions of dancing turkeys and tofurkeys...And once you've recovered from the triptophane food coma, treehouse* will be here for you with new longer holidaze hours to help you check those special gifts off the list....from black friday to xmas eve, treehouse* will be open Tuesday-Sunday 12:30 to 8pm. So come by with a cup of joe and check out all our new giftable treasures for ladies, gents, tots, and you too!

Also, there's STILL room in all three craft classes coming up SOON in December....
Here's the DECEMBER craft schedule so far:

Fri Dec 5th 6-9 $60 knitting bootcamp w/ keep it moving kim
Sun Dec 7th 5-7 $50 embroidery w/ cal patch (includes materials)
Thur Dec 11th 6-9 $60 crochet bootcamp w/ cal patch of hodgepodge

check out the classes page on our website, with more detailed class descriptions... and you can now sign up by paypal! Don't kick yourself for wasting another winter season where you could be crafting the doldrums away!!

And remember, you can give a gift of craft this giving season! (not only do handmade crafts make great, personal gifts, but giving the gift of a class is also a wonderful present... why don't you sign yourself and your best friend up for a class? what better present is there than sharing time AND knowledge?

btw, we've always got new and exciting goodies in treehouse for you, yours, and always that last minute birthday/baby shower/housewarming gift. For example:

* beautiful party dresses, vintage and new, festive and eco-friendly
* handknit and crocheted scarves and collars by Sirius*
* handmade holiday cards by los monitos
* cashmere and swavorski crystal fingerless gloves by Elyse Allen
* beeswax xmas tree candles from Ironweed from upstate ny
* gift certificates handmade in every denomination (such a better stocking stuffer than one of those plastic gift cards from staples or the like)
* gorgeous new sterling silver and 18k gold plated jewels from species by the thousands
* so much, much more!

So please don't forget to support local! and dream global....

kisses from the trees,
treehouse* brooklyn
430 graham ave
btw withers and frost

(718) 482-TREE (8733)
wed-sun 1ish-8ish usually, but NEW holidaze hours are: tues-sun 12:30ish-8ish

ps: we're planning a holidaze party.... we're thinking Thurs, Dec 18th, but not positive yet.... we'll let you know when we know for sure, k? Already have some ideas for the cocktails.....yum!

Save 10% On ALL dresses, new designer AND vintage...just sing a bar or two of "jingle bell rock."
Offer Expires: 12/25/08!

yes we can! classes are baaaa(r)aaack! and holidaze dresses abound at treehouse!

So we've been caught up on the crazy roller coaster of the world, and now though we're waiting with baited breath for a brighter future with a new president, we can at least breathe a sigh of relief and start getting crafty at treehouse once again! yay! Here's the DECEMBER schedule so far: Fri Dec 5th 6-9 $60 knitting bootcamp w/ keep it moving kim Sun Dec 7th 5-7 $50 embroidery w/ cal patch (includes materials) Thur Dec 11th 6-9 $60 crochet bootcamp w/ cal patch of hodgepodge we'll be updating the treehouse website soon, and making the classes payable by paypal, but if you know you want to sign up, please don't hesitate to e-mail us so you can be at the top of the list! DRESS UP THE HOLIDAZE Feral Childe, Hana Hattori, Kelly Lane,.. and more! Just in...... gorgeous new dresses made from luxurious fabrics, many of them recycled and/ or eco-friendly by the talented designers Feral Childe, Hana Hattori (new to treehouse, and to Brooklyn....welcome!), and Kelly Lane. Perfect for the upcoming Thanxgiving feast with your new squeezes' folks (you're so brave!) and all the holiday occasions on the horizon... btw, we've always got new and exciting goodies in treehouse for you, yours, and always that last minute birthday/baby shower/housewarming gift. For example: * vintage sweaters and jackets and flannels for the lads and lasses... * organic denim jeans and jumpsuits from SDN * Scorpio necklaces and beautiful birthday cards for those dear Scorpio friends * original onesies for the new babes in our lives * beeswax twig and ny buildings candles from upstate ny * so much, much more! So please don't forget to support local! and dream global.... kisses from the trees, treehouse* brooklyn

Save15% On all vintage warm fuzzy gear....just say "cuddle" for the discount! ;) Offer Expires: 12/25/08!

Support Dzitnup and it's do-gooder ways!

So you've probably already heard about how much we love Dzitnup, and guess what, we're not alone! We just heard from Nadia of Dzitnup, and well, we'll let her tell you the exciting news:

I just wanted to share some info with you all so that you can spread the word.. A few months ago I applied for a (very) small grant for one of the groups of artisans we work with in Mexico through an organization called Aid to Artisans. We've had a really positive reaction from them, and just heard news that we are going to be awarded the money!! It's not much, but just what we need in order to buy the ladies some new, much-needed equipment.

Now it's just a question of where the $ will be coming from..

There's this really interesting new organization called Project Good (started up by ebay and World of Good), that's creating a website where they'll be selling items that can stand up to the test of answering questions about where they've been made, under what conditions, etc. The end goal is to provide customers with information about products they're buying online, as well as getting fair wages for the people making the beautiful items.

So, they've agreed to donate $1 to our Dzitnup project for every person that signs up to their website this week.. so please spread the word!!

It's free to sign up, and I've been on their mailing list for a few months now.. and I've hardly gotten any mail-- maybe one every 2-3 weeks. And you can always unsubscribe if that bothers you, anyway. Or, just use one of your alternate emails. We all have at least one :)

http://www.projectgood.com/join.php

Ok, that's all. Thanks so much! See below for more info.
I hope you're all well..
Nadia.

So have you signed up yet already?
kisses from the branches,
siri & rebecca treehouse*

Embroider me crazy! Rebecca had her baby!

EMBROIDER me crazy!
Rebecca gave birth to a perfect 7 pound, 7 ounce baby boy, named.....Jackson! Jackson Lee Brent, that is. We in the trees couldn't be happier.... more info to come soon...

and there's even more excitement in the trees:
classes are back!, new jewelry and vintage and fall delights and more at treehouse!
read on....and then come on by!

with september already coming to a close, the branches of treehouse have been busy busy busy! we're all about embroidery : classes, jewels and more. you crafty cats can learn to embroider your own creations...and for the craft loving, but not doing, come in and check out the treehouse's own ode to embroidery. jewelry, clothing and more. and don't forget to take advantage of the CRAFT library. it's williamsburg's best kept secret! stop in and read up. you can't take 'em with you, but read as many books as you can while you're here!

see you in the branches!

CLASSES ARE BACK!

First up for October:
Embroidery with Cal Patch
The lovely Cal Patch is back in the trees again this fall with her fabulous embroidery skills and that loveable sidekick Gertie too. In this one session extravaganza, you'll learn 12 classic embroidery stitches and be off and running to custom-decorate everything you own! After making a basic stitch sampler, Cal will guide you through planning your own personal project. All supplies included ...including tasty treats!...Stitch away!

OCTOBER 14th, 6:30-8:30pm, $40
please email info@treehousebrooklyn.com to sign-up!

coming in November:
Knitting with Kim: the basics and more

psst: please let us know what craft classes you'd be most interested in, so we can better fulfill your craftin' cravins'!

DZITNUP & more!
Beautiful, hand embroidered jewelry and clothing
Dzitnup is an incredible design project that aims to promote the creative, economic and social liberation of female artisans in the Yucatan, Mexico. these one-of-a-kind colorful pieces use traditional embroidery techniques and motifs with a contemporary western twist. it's handmade, it's international, it's stunning, it's supporting a great cause, it's so affordable, and it's going very fast!

plus, we are honored in the trees to have a very limited selection of truly exquisite hand-embroidered jewelry by the lovely and super-talented Guillermina Baiguera. these are gallery worthy masterpiece creations, you may have seen her work featured at one of our favorite gallerys, littlecakes. now you can see more here in the trees...

COMING SOON TO TREEHOUSE:

*ONLINE SHOPPING COMING IN NOVEMBER*

*MORE CLASSES:knitting, crochet and jewels

*FALL and WINTER fashions by even more local designers

*treehouse KIDS, TOTS, & BABY section is growing...

*vintage boots, belts, hats and more are flying outta here.

still a few spaces left...

Classes are almost in session:
Coming up this week:


EMBROIDERY starts this Friday, 2/2!
From denim jackets to tea towels to plush pillows, embroidery is a dreamy way to personalize your stuff. Learn 12 classic embroidery stitches and you'll be off and running to custom-decorate everything you own! At the first class you will make a basic stitch sampler, and in the second, the lovely cal patch will guide you through planning and starting your own personal project. All supplies included for first class; you'll bring your own treasure to customize for the second. Stitch away!
$80 : Friday 2/2 and 2/9, 6:30-8:30pm


DECOUPAGE on Sunday, 2/4!
Take cut and paste to a whole new level…learn decoupage, the art of decorating a surface with shapes or pictures and then coating it with varnish or lacquer. Dari Litchman, handbag designer extraordinaire of Papi's Mami fame, will guide you down the same path that victorians and hippies took in days gone by. Raw wood picture frames will be provided, you just bring your sweet self, along with color copies of family photos, magazine cutouts, rhinestones, foreign language newspapers, old maps, old books you don’t mind cutting up, decorative papers, glitter, bits n pieces, whatever tickles your fancy! Even dimensional puffy paints are great for decoupage, and permanent markers in fun colors, stuff like that.
If you would like to decoupage something else, bring it along. Examples might be a hat box, light switch cover, plaque, photo/storage box, wooden stool, etc. We just ask that if you bring something with you, please make sure you have already prepped it by lightly sanding and painting it. We’ll supply the basic materials, you bring the dream.
$40 including materials fee: Sunday, 2/4, 2-5pm

Sign up today!! see you in the trees....