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Aren't these guys a hoot?!

10/11/2010

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     Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  We started our Thanksgiving celebrations on Sunday with a fantastic final Steveston Farmers Market for 2010.  Our classic turkey cookies disappeared early in the day and we hope that their recipients enjoyed them thoroughly!  Gobble gobble! 

       Thanks again to everyone for your support of our little cookie business.  It means a lot to us when you come visit us at the markets and follow our activity on our website, Facebook and Twitter.  Your enthusiasm for what we are doing drives our creativity and inspires us to create new products and designs.  Thank you!

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     Speaking of inspirations, have you noticed all of the adorable owls and owl motifs that are popping up everywhere in home decor, fashion, and jewellery?  I sure have!  Just walking through Steveston Village the other day had me wanting to empty out my wallet on these funny little birds.  In particular, the window at A Monkey Tree caught my eye with owls adorning tea towels and other kitchen goodies.  http://www.amonkeytree.com/

     I also saw some owl friends in the window at Violet Hill Clothing boutique and in the change room when I was trying on a gorgeous blouse.  Apparently, the owl clothes hooks in there come from one of my other absolute favourite shops in Steveston, Nikaido, which carries all things beautiful and delightful. http://violethillclothing.blogspot.com/

    Further afield from Steveston, in Gastown, I always stop for an ogle at Parliament-- an uber-stylish, yet surprisingly affordable shop for all things modern and cool for the home.  'Parliament' it turns out, is not only where our government does their business, but also the term for a group of owls.  So of course, Parliament the shop is full of owl motifs, statues and other treats. http://www.parliamentinteriors.com/

    A friend of mine, talented photographer and jewellery maker Rubina Mangat, also loves owls and made me a gorgeous necklace that features a silver owl whose belly holds one of her amazing photos.  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Whisper-Photography-Jewels/187239068023?v=photos#!/photo.php?fbid=271629138023&set=a.187262848023.129358.187239068023

     With this owl trend growing rapidly, I couldn't wait to try out owl cookies.  The result, I think, is funny and adorable.  I was actually giggling a little as I put the finishing touches on these silly birds. Aren't they just a hoot?  No wonder these little guys are becoming so popular!   

And now off to prepare a different sort of bird for Thanksgiving dinner: Round Two!  Thanks again for all of your support :)

- Mika


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Cookies + Quilts = Beautifully Delicious!

9/13/2010

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About a year ago, one of our fantastic fans and supporters, quilt designer extraordinaire, Dougal Walker, had the brilliant idea that we could probably turn a square cookie into a quilt block. 

Now, I am ashamed to admit that I have a lovely sewing machine gathering dust in the corner of my closet.  I also have several pairs of expensive jeans that have sat next to that sewing machine for over a year waiting to be shortened the extra foot or so that will enable me to actually wear them.  
 

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While my sewing skills (or lack thereof) leave much to be desired, Dougal can turn fabric into artful wall hangings and other decorative pieces full of beauty and imagination.  So for our cookies she kindly introduced me to quilting magazines that show traditional and contemporary quilt blocks for inspiration... and inspired I was!  I had a blast trying to turn fabric into icing once again (the first time being the tartan cookies we created almost a year ago) and the quilters at the Quilt Show recognized my cookies were quilt blocks which was exciting.  

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The Designer Quilt Show at Tanglebank Gardens was a lovely introduction to the world of quilting.  The sun shone all day and the amazing quilts were displayed throughout the gardens.  We had fun talking to visitors about quilts and cookies, and enjoyed the company of a delightful orange cat named Mr. Tubbs.  All in all, a fantastic day. 

If you want to check out Tanglebank Gardens we hear they have an amazing Christmas display in their stylish gift shop.  http://tanglebank.com/

If you want to try your hand at quilting, or if you just want to learn more about Dougal Walker and her beautiful quilts, her designer label is "The Freckles Collection."  http://frecklescollection.com

Our next Steveston Farmers Market is on September 26th... hopefully it isn't as rainy as it was this week!  We are taking orders for Thanksgiving, so if you want to make sure you have turkey cookies for your Thanksgiving table place settings, get your orders in now -- there are no minimums if you pick up at a future market (Sept 26th or October 10th Thanksgiving). 

-Mika 

 
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Happy Thanksgiving!

10/10/2009

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Happy Thanksgiving!

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      The Steveston Cookie Company is wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving :)  We hope you have a relaxing long weekend full of turkey and pumpkin pie!  If you're looking for a break from all of the feasting (and cooking!) then stop by the very last Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market of 2009 on Sunday October 11th.  It will be a great opportunity to pick up some fresh produce for your turkey dinners, and cookies for your Thanksgiving table.  If we don't see you there, you can still find us at the Steveston Christmas Craft Fair on November 28th, and we'll be back at the Market in the spring.  For cookie orders and inquiries, please don't hesitate to email us at stevestoncookies@gmail.com. 

Have a great weekend!
-Mika and Andrew

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SFAM Success!

9/14/2009

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The Steveston Cookie Company would like to thank everyone who stopped by our booth on Sunday for helping to make our debut a huge success!  We had lots of fun hanging out in the sunshine with other local businesses, and meeting many friendly faces.  We'll be back again in two weeks (Sunday, September 27th), so come see what's new, or come check us out if you didn't get a chance on the 13th.  We'll have lots of fresh Fall and Thanksgiving stock, and we'll be taking orders (with no minimums!!!) for pickup at the October 11th market.  We'll also be showcasing an exciting new display... more news on that coming soon.... stay tuned!
Mika and Andrew

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