today I just finished off my first ever application to the One of a Kind show in Toronto. it was one of the most challenging things I’ve had to do for the business so far. for one, just thinking that far in advance (i’m applying for the christmas show) which in some ways was a really great thing as i was forced to have at least an idea for what I wanted this years Polar Nights and Christmas collections to look like. i do actually have the first christmas card design in the works. this ones staying a bit closer to home…. i heard a great story about a certain Newfoundland Christmas tradition that made me giggle like only the East Coasters can

the OOAK application is a tough process, but that’s what makes the show so awesome. best of the best. fingers crossed they like me enough to let me into that group. if that does happen, i’ll be sure to share the whole process of booth planning/plotting/building with you. i’ve already enlisted two monsters to help out!

the process has me all excited for all the new things coming this year with thunderpeep. kicking it up a notch. it all starts with this years Midsummer collection, set to launch on June 14th. it’s going to be HUGE. there will be some sneak peaks at the spring Made by Hand show (April 27th 21st) but the big reveal is going to be a kick ass party down at The Arts Market in Leslieville. you’re all invited, details will follow in the next few weeks and you may also get a little peak into the wonderful world of the midsummer right here on the blog, if you’re lucky! i’m really excited for you to see it.

now, back for some sunshine before the real world comes crashing in tomorrow morning – daylight savings is not a friend of mine!!