HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TREEHOUSE!!

Just one year ago, a humble little treehouse opened its doors to the world!

365 days later, treehouse's branches have grown high into the sky..we've branched out to over 40 designers, started craft classes in the neighborhood, welcomed community events and seminars, and hosted some spectacular soirees (along with one cherry blossom circus...)

even though we are now one ring wide, the trees continue to expand. come help us celebrate one year, TONIGHT, from 6-9 pm.

see you in the branches!!

treehouse is almost one year old!

It's hard to believe, but treehouse will be turning one on July 13th!
We've had such fun this year, and the shop has become our favorite place to hang out.
Thanks to all of our friends, old and new, who've made this year so delightful.

Come help us celebrate with a little bingo and beer, as well as many other tree-worthy surprises.
FRIDAY, JULY 13th...
more details to come: but Save the Date!!!

RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR: it's on!

(a pic of erika, cal, siri and rebecca...many moons ago at the very First Renegade Craft Fair...)

it's here: the RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR this weekend!
Saturday and Sunday, 11-6 in the McCarren Park Pool...

come out and say hi this sunny weekend in Brooklyn! sirius* and becky lee will be representing treehouse at the spectacular, annual, craft and designer extravaganza: the RENEGADE CRAFT FAIR June 16 & 17 from 11am to 6pm, we'll be there with bells on...jewelry and clothing from sirius* and Becky Lee as well as almost 300 other amazing designers! don't miss it! and don't miss the other treehouse designers who'll be hangin' out in the pool, including hodgepodge, bobbi, 31 cornlane, bang, raeburn ink, asis, KIM and more!

Click HERE for a complete list of vendors, and HERE for a map to the pool...
kisses from the branches, siri and rebecca treehouse brooklyn*

Home Buying for Hipsters at treehouse: this wednesday 6/6

Come to a free home buying seminar this Wednesday, June 6th, hosted by treehouse friend eve levine of benjamin james realty. if you've ever wondered what it takes to own your own tree-home, country house, city loft or studio apartment, take a couple hours and hang in our branches...you might be surprised with all the information you can gather.

more info:
Home Buying for Hipsters
@ Treehouse, 430 Graham Ave. (Withers/Frost, Williamsburg)
L to Graham Ave.
Wednesday June 6th, 6:30-8pm
FREE!
Eve Levine (347) 526-1383
eve@benjaminjames.com
myspace.com/homebuyingforhipsters
myspace.com/treehousebrooklyn

Featuring:
Eve Levine and Leigh Godwin, Licensed Real Estate Salespersons, Benjamin James Associates
Rob Slifer, Vice President, New York Regional Manager, Professional Advantage Financial Group
Matt Rogers and Scott Kohanowski, Real Estate Attorneys, Gotham Lawyers

Home Buying for Hipsters is on a mission to school our freelance generation of creative "non-traditional wage earners" in the art and business of buying property. We support you in asking, "Hey, what would it take to actually buy this place?" We aim to specifically address your concerns and break down the process into steps you can understand.

Don't worry, you don't have to wear a tight Thin Lizzy t-shirt or sport an architectural hair statement to gain access—this class is free and open to hipsters, non-hipsters, art stars, rock stars, designers, freelancers, sculptors, poets, part-time geniuses, business moguls, cheapskates, high rollers, nerds, players, winners, losers=whoever is ready to own a home!

See you there!

new designer: Kelly Lane

treehouse welcomes kelly lane into the branches!


kelly artfully blends woven and jersey fabrics to create colorful clothing with clean lines. from flirty to sophisticated, each piece can be worn in multiple ways creating a versatility perfect for the woman on the go. spring on in and check it out!

CLASSES begin again

We know you've been waiting for it...and guess what??!!:
***CRAFT CLASSES are back at treehouse!!!***
We've scheduled June sessions so far, so check out the all new class line up below...SIGN UP online here...

*SUNDAY , JUNE 3rd : MACRAME MADNESS!!!!

Learn the art of knotting from the lovely and talented Dari from Papi's Mami fame. We DO love the owls and plant hangers....but macrame can be so much more.... In this class, learn the artful techniques of knot making...belts, bags, jewels, headbands, they're all at your fingertips!!! Materials provided, just bring your imagination...
SUNDAY JUNE 3rd, 2-5 pm : $40

*THURSDAY, JUNE 7TH : AWESOME APPLIQUE!!!

The art of creating designs and patterns by applying fabric on top of fabric is a versatile and fun way to embellish your textile creations. applique works hand-in-hand with embroidery, but gives you lots more coverage and impact with minimal time and effort. In this class we will learn 3 techniques for working with knits, wovens and felt. All supplies included.
THURSDAY, JUNE 7TH, 7-9PM : $45

*SUNDAY, JUNE 10th : JUNK TO JEWELS!

Do you hoard broken necklaces and single earrings? Have a junk drawer full of gems just waiting to sparkle in another life? In just one two hour session you’ll learn how to string and clasp necklaces and bracelets on silk and nylon thread. You’ll learn the basics of jump ring usage, as well as chain layering and clasping. All this will be done with cut apart treasures and loose bead findings. We’ll provide the know how and lotsa junk, feel free to bring your own baubles as well.
SUNDAY, JUNE 10TH, 6-8PM : $50 including materials

*THURSDAY, JUNE 14th : BLOCKPRINTING!!!!

Did you know that you can do simple textile printing using inexpensive items you can find at the grocery and art supply stores? In this 2-hour workshop you will learn to carve your own stamps out of a variety of materials, and print with them. These techniques can be used to customize clothing, home furnishings, paper goods, and practically anything else you can think of! All supplies included.
THURSDAY, JUNE 14TH, 7-9PM : $45

and coming soon: CROCHET JEWELRY MAKING with SIRI*!THURSDAY, JUNE 21st from 7-9pm...details are on the way!

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). We suggest signing up as soon as you know you want to take a class because once a class fills up, we'll start a waiting list for the next session.

SAPLING sidewalk sale and lemonade stand this sunday!

this coming sunday the SAPLING society will present our first ever
SAPLING SIDEWALK SALE and LEMONADE STAND!

when: sunday, may 20 1-6pm
where: treehouse, 430 graham avenue (between withers and frost) in the lovely Williamsburg
just a hop and skip from the Graham stop on the L
what: REAL lemonade and baked goods, samples, overstock and past seasons' merch from hodge podge, becky lee, sirius and 31 corn lane, bric-a-brac, surprise sale items from the depths of the treehouse, and a secret treasure chest of goodies! don't miss out!
why: support your local independent designers and makers!

tree talk

there are lots of things happening in the trees these days...so muuch that we have been neglecting our blog, just a little bit. but now we are back and here's the update:


1. almost all of our lovely designers have delivered new items for spring. the racks are bursting with color and the weather is finally warming up to acceptable spring temperatures! feral childe, hodgepodge, daisy lacy, and more. stop in and try something on!

2. spring classes are on the way. we are going to be doing one day sunday workshops (and maybe thursday evening sessions too). look for macrame, crochet necklaces, block printing, applique, and more junk to jewels. info to be released this week! (if you're not on the list, sign up for our newsletter (--->) and you'll be sure not to miss out on the info).

3. we are teaming up with fellow williamsburg friend erin at sodafine to bring you a night of surprises and fashion fun : Check out the "CHERRY BLOSSOM CIRCUS" at secretprojectrobot, on May 4th...(see post below for details).

4. we finally put the "lemato" tree outside.(it's a lemon tree with a tomato vine wrapped around!) this signals the start of warmer weather and lots of craft fair madness on the horizon...save the date for the following:

sunday 5/20: sapling sidewalk sale at treehouse! lots of deals and steals to be had on designer treasures galore. and lemonade!

saturday and sunday 6/17 and 6/18: Renegade Craft Fair at the McCarren Park Pool. the tradition continues, and we'll be there for the third year in a row. it promises to be the hottest weekend of the season. literally...

Williamsburg Fashion Weekend

For the first night of Williamsburg Fashion Weekend, Treehouse and Sodafine are joining forces to bring you their "Cherry Blossom Circus".
This extravagaganza will showcase local design talent found at Sodafine and Treehouse as they reveal the handmade and one-of-a-kind creations that make both of these Williamsburg boutiques such unique destinations. Participating designers include Feral Childe, Laurel Wells, Bobbi, Popomomo, Margarita Saplala, Sirius, Hodge Podge and more!
Marvel at the explosive color, sights and sounds! Celebrate all that's blossoming in Williamsburg this spring.


What: Williamsburg Fashion Weekend
A free three day fashion event featuring performance,
dance, and live music acts.
When: May 4,5,6

Where: Secret Project Robot at Monster Island.
210 Kent Ave. at Metropolitan Ave. Williamsburg,
Brooklyn

Goto www.secretprojectrobot.org and click on "upcoming"for more info!

SPRING into treehouse!

Finally! Spring is here....and with it comes warmer weather and new fabulous finds at treehouse!
New Arrivals include dresses, tunics, and rompers from bobbi- - handbags, jewels and clothing from feral childe - - a new jewelry collection from KIM_ _ and much much more!

Pictured above is a bag from feral childe's spring '07 collection : TRANS-SIBERIA EXPRESS...

We've also received a new shipment of soaps from biggs and featherbelle...including a brand new lavender scent affectionately called Momma Bar...

AND...Siri is back from Japan with stories to tell and treasures to sell!!! Come into treehouse this Thursday and check out the new goods.
(pssstt...we're havin' a party from 6-9 to celebrate spring and things...stop in and say hi!)

Catchin' Up

Wow. End of February already. This post is intended to catch you up on some of the treehouse news that has happened and will happen in the near future. But i'm sure there will be more posting to follow with lots of things i will remember later.


Valentine's Day was a blast in the trees. We hosted a lovely cocktail party on Feb. 7th, and also kicked off our WINTER SALE that week. The sale is still in full swing so stop in to see all the coveted treasures that are now marked down! (hodgepodge hat above as modeled by treehouse's own lovely siri is now 25% off!!)


*NEW!*
We are now carrying amazing body lotions and soy candles from Cottage Garden Therapies. " They are made with natural cleansing and moisture attracting locally wild harvested raw honey, nourishing goat's milk, and wild harvested beeswax. Most of their great scents are products of natural essential oil blends." Choose from Lavender Mint, Cucumber Green Tea and Lemongrass and Cedarwood Sage, plus there's a Dreamsicle candle that smells delightful.

*STORE SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENT*
We will be closed on Wednesday for the next 2 weeks, but open normal hours Thursday through Sunday (1-8pm). but if the gate is open, i may be poking around in the back doing inventory or something, so ring the bell i'll let you in, of course....>

pssst...SIRI is in Japaaaaan(!) She's scoping out new treehouse treasures as well as attending a wedding of a long-time friend. we'll miss her while she's gone, but await her fascinating updates from overseas....stay tuned for more!

be mine

it's almost FEBRUARY 14th.... valentine's day is right around the corner!
we had so much fun this week pulling out all of our v-day treasures for you to peruse. for starters, our KEYCHAIN collection is ridiculously amazing, if we do say so ourselves! and yes, we do have UNICORNS for sale.

and of course, valentine's cards by cam cruz and gretchen van dyk for your sweetheart!

PLUS our winter sale is happening right now! shop for yourself or a loved one, and save $! What could be better?
See you in the trees....

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....

oooh, new treasures!

Guess what? treehouse has new treasures galore.

we're bursting from the seams with so many exciting vintage finds, as well as designer creations. i'll just list a few here, but be sure to stop in and see what's new.

vintage shoes aplenty, (tall boots, fancy heels, cute flats...), new handmade journals and notepads from xquizzy, adorable valentine cards, hand crocheted hats by felicia forte and hodgepodge, and new vintage fabric clutches from papi's mami.
and for all you secret gamers: we've got pac man fever this week! a new crop of seriously awesome vintage pacmania has landed in the trees. really!

oh...and don't forget you can still use your 20% off coupon from the last newsletter! just print it out and save save save!

miss chief in the treehouse!

new in the treehouse this week:
button packs from the lovely ladies at miss chief productions...
we love these smart and funny 1 inch "bands we wish existed" button sets.
three to a pack, wear them on your bag or your lapel.
"ruckus bucket" anyone?

Winter Classes at treehouse!

Finally, treehouse craft classes will be starting again this month!
Plus we've added a new class ...Decoupage with Dari!
Click on any of the links below for more detailed descriptions, or go to the treehouse website.

Sign up tabs coming soon...but for now, email us to reserve your spot!

*DECOUPAGE WITH DARI! *new*
$40: Sunday, 2/4, 2-5pm

*EMBROIDERY WITH CAL PATCH
$80 : Friday 2/2 and 2/9, 6:30-8:30pm

*JUNK TO JEWELS: NECKLACES AND BRACELETS
$55: Thursday 1/25 or 2/22, 6:30-8:30pm

*JUNK TO JEWELS: EARRINGS
$55: Thursday 2/1, 6:30–8:30pm

*CROCHET WITH CAL PATCH: MAKE A SCARF
$80: Thursday 2/8 and 2/15, 6:30-8:30pm

*CROCHET WITH CAL PATCH: MAKE A HAT
$80: Sunday 2/18 and 2/25, 3-5pm

*BEGINNER KNITTING: SCARF PROJECT
$80: Saturday 2/10 and 2/17, 3-5pm

*KNITTING IN THE ROUND: HAT PROJECT
$80: Wednesday 2/28 and 3/7, 6:30-8:30pm

*BOOKMAKING (ACCORDIAN STYLE) WITH DOMINIC MILLER
$145 :coming in March, dates TBA

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). We suggest signing up as soon as you know you want to take a class because once a class fills up, we'll start a waiting list for the next session.
any questions? ask away!

Happy 2007 from treehouse!

Happy New Year/ Happy January!

December was a blast..we had a splendid time hanging out with our treehouse friends and neighbors, especially during cocktail thursdays!
If you missed out on the parties in the trees, don't fret! more are on the way...we just need a minute to spruce up our branches for 2007!

January promises to bring a New CLASS Schedule, as well as new designers and products to stock our shelves. New class on the horizon: Decoupage with Dari from Papi's Mami!: stay tuned for more details ...

so thanks to everyone for an exciting and amazing 2006...can't wait to hang with you in the branches in '07!

xo rebecca & siri*

(ps. the pic above is a Korawai Treehouse in Indonesia...wow)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! store schedule..

happy holly-daze to all of our treehouse friends,

we will be open christmas eve, 12/24 from noon to 5pm.
the shop will be closed monday, 12/25 through thursday 12/28.

we will open again on FRIDAY, 12/29.
normal store hours will resume on 12/29:
wednesday thru sunday 1-8pm...
hope to see you in the new year (or before!!)

treehouse GIFT CERTIFICATES!

treehouse featured find:
treehouse twigs!! (aka gift certificates..)
we know how hard it can be to choose just one gift for someone special..so we've made it easy on you! get them a gift certificate from treehouse! we like to call 'em treehouse twigs...available in any denomination. and the giftee can apply it towards anything in the shop, including classes!
what a great gift! and what a smart gifter you are!
stop in tuesday thru sunday, 12 noon - 9pm. we're open late for the holidays, and we're even open on christmas eve til 5.
(we don't suggest waiting til the last minute to get 'yer gifts, but if you do, we'll be here...)

swing on over!

treehouse's first annual Holiday Bash!
Join us December 14th from 6-9 pm for sales, festivities and merriment! Top secret surprises await and rum balls too! ...be there or you'll find coal in your stocking!
430 graham ave between withers and frost
brooklyn ny 11211
* 718.482.TREE *

xquizzy journals

treehouse featured find:
journals by xquizzy!
treehouse friend liz titone, of the fabulous paper good line xquizzy, creates these playful and functional journals using vintage books and encyclopedias. each one is made by hand, and includes a secret envelope for all your love letters as well as a bonus printed page in the middle of the blanks.
every cover is different, so swing on in to treehouse and choose your favorite!
$15, assorted selection

CRAFTACULAR Today!!

Bust Magazine's 2nd annual holiday craftacular is today!!
Come out and support your local indie designers!
treehouse will be there...will you?!

Details:
BUST Holiday Craftacular
Saturday, December 9th, 2006, from 11 am to 9pm
The Warsaw, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 261 Driggs Ave [at Eckford]
http://www.bust.com/craftacular/index.html

holiday stencils!

treehouse featured find #9:
holiday stencil sets from stencil 1!
create your own handmade cards this year with a set of 3 limited edition stencils from our friends at stencil 1. each set includes pine branch, snowy pine tree, and snowflakes. easy as pie to use, you'll be stenciling up a snowstorm in no time!
$10 per set, available for a limited time only
(hint..hint: great secret santa gift! you could even throw in a paint brush and some glitter!)

ooooh...ozark handspun

treehouse featured find #8: ozark handspun yarn
even if you don't know a stitch about knitting or crochet, you might want to pick up a skein or two of this amazing handspun yarn. the colors are inspiring and the texture is out of this world soft and cozy. artisan crafted, handspun yarn made in missouri. how could you resist?
one of a kind, handspun and dyed, wool and mohair. $20 per skein
oh, and here's a great gift idea: a skein of ozark, a pair of vintage knitting needles and a gift certificate for a crochet or knitting class at treehouse. done.

holiday edition chai latte soap

treehouse featured find #7:
holiday edition CHAI LATTE soap!
just in! new from the ladies at biggs and featherbelle, and only for the holiday season...made with sweet nutmeg, spicy black pepper and goat's milk and honey. smells so good, just like a holiday treat should!
limited edition: $4.50 each
(come in today, (yes we are now open on tuesday!) and get a bar for only $4! )

bang!

treehouse feature find #6:
bang necklaces!
this is treehouse friend Lauren. she's wearing two necklaces by one of our favorite jewelry designers bang. laser cut leaves, birds, and lightning bolt clouds are just a few of the whimsical styles to choose from. and if you're smart and sassy like lauren, you'll layer a couple for that extra bang.
$36 (psst...take 10% off all bang necklaces today only!)

join us

hey treehouse friends and neighbors... want to know more about treehouse?
wondering when the next shin dig is happening?
never miss a sale or party, join the mailing list

saltlick tees (for the dudes)!

treehouse featured find #5:
saltlick tees and sweatshirts for the dudes!
you can't go wrong with a smart, thought provoking felt applique tee or sweatshirt from our friends at brooklyn based label saltlick. designs range from anatomy (anatomical hearts!) to rocket ships and boomboxes. each piece is hand stitched and no two are exactly alike.
tees: $58, sweatshirts: $98

banana necklace..wow!

treehouse featured find #4:
banana necklace by snack mountain!
wow. treehouse friend lauren has done it again with her banana man necklaces. as the creator of snack mountain and hilarious otherworldly food characters, lauren is constantly cracking us up with her special cast of friends. also check out her 1 inch buttons and framed art prints for sale at, you guessed it, treehouse!!
necklace: $18 (also available in blue/yellow)
pins: $1 each
framed prints: $24

earrings by K.I.M.

treehouse featured find #3:
charm jewelry by Keep it Moving Design
adorable earrings by Kim from Keep it Moving Design are a perfect gift idea! each pair is unique and handmade with vintage charms and findings. we love the tiny cameos and vintage watch face pieces. there's even a pair with hand knit "coral"... and while you're checking out the jewels, be sure to see the knit tree crafted especially for treehouse by the talented and lovely kim.
$24 - $48 (limited availability: one of a kind pieces*)

fancy treat wallet: cute!

treehouse featured find #2:
31 corn lane's fancy treat wallet!
the lovely ladies from super duper local label 31 corn lane have made the perfect wallet. inspired by every girl's best friend holly hobbie, the fancy treat wallet is one in a series of amazing handbags and accessories featured by the corn lane girls here at treehouse. happy patchwork designs, cute as a button details and fabulous functionality equals a wallet so spectacular you'll never want to hide it inside your handbag.
$30 available at treehouse
(psst: mention the featured finds gift guide and save 10% on this wallet today! )

happy burd day

treehouse featured find #1:
burd by lucy marten!
each one of these "burds" is lovingly handmade by our friend lucy. hand stitched and stuffed, these lovelies are made from vintage fabrics. each one is totally an individual. and don't you just love the funny little feet. they're actually weighted just a bit so the little guys won't fly off their perch...a small flock is available at treehouse just for you.
$70 limited availablity


Happy Thanksgiving!

tomorrow marks the unofficial start of the holiday season.
treehouse wants to start it off with a bang...!
starting today (well, really tomorrow i guess) we're going to feature a super great, original and fantastic treehouse item every day til the end of december. kind of like an inspired gift guide. use it to find ideas for shopping, or start a list for yourself!
and remember, many of our lovely designers make one of a kind pieces and/or very small limited edition lines.
so if you like what you see, swing into the branches of treehouse and check it out.
we'll be open extended hours and special days for the holidays...tba after thanksgiving.

treehouse
430 graham ave, williamsburg BROOKLYN!,
b/t withers and frost streets,
718-482-TREE,
open wed-sun 1-8pm (tuesdays starting in December...!)
click here for a map!

really?! really.

psssst. wanna hear a secret? every now and again, treehouse put things on the rack for free! really. all you have to do is read the tags...
chalk it up to too many treasures in our back room, a strange desire to give away, or even just the pleasure of seeing someone find a surprise.
above top is a picture of maggie and brad. (funny because he really is an engineer!)
jeff is pictured below them. he found the perfect blue tee to go with his eyes!

new biggs and featherbelle shipment!

just in! we are restocked with deliciously potent biggs and featherbelle body products. come in and smell for yourself...soaps, lip balms and body butters created with essential oils and all natural ingredients like oatmeal, sweet almond oil, green tea, sea salt and vitamin E!
from their website: "Biggs & Featherbelle soaps are handmade with unique recipes to meet the needs of different skin types, using the properties of natural resources to heal and nourish. Every ingredient is purposeful and free from synthetic fragrances, dyes and additives."

sample sale today

sample sale TODAY! in park slope... treehouse designers hodgepodge, raeburn ink and elyse allen will join other treehouse friends for a real deal sample sale!
check it out if you're in park slope today: 249 19th street #4B (between 5th and 6th aves)