How to Wear it Wednesday 2.22.17

Last Wednesday of February!  I can't believe that Spring is almost here.  We really haven't had much of a Winter this year.  This week's outfit is so right for those chilly mornings that turn into warm sunny afternoons.

Wooden Feather Earrings from Feath & Kee

These rustic feather earrings from our shop were made from reclaimed birch.

Bamboo Skinny Sweatpants from Skinny Sweats

Made from eco-friendly bamboo blend fabric, these pants from Skinny Sweats mix comfort and style.

Felted Vintage Style Sneakers from Momoish

These vintage style sneakers from Momoish are made to order from felted wool.

Agate Hemp Necklace from Creative Earth Jeweler

This lovely hemp necklace from Creative Earth Jeweler features a gorgeous agate slice.

One of a Kind Biker Jacket from Miss Lizzy London

The fabric for this awesome, one of a kind biker jacket from Miss Lizzy London used to be curtains in a mental asylum. Can't. Top. That.

Earth Friendly Tote from A Well Worn Story

Reclaimed belts, canvas tipi, plaid shirt, neat old travel pennant = one amazing tote!  Find it at A Well Worn Story.

Organic Silk Tank from Ethical Life Store

Made from sustainable silk noil, and hand-dyed using plants and herbs, you can get this handmade tank at Ethical Life Store.










That's it for this week!

-- Jessica

How to Wear it Wednesday 11.02.16

Hello November!  We are well into Autumn, but the temperatures here in North Texas are still pretty warm. So here is an outfit for these last warm days of Fall.

Church Wood Leaf Earrings from Feath & Kee

The wood for these leaf earrings from our shop came out of a local church that was being remodeled.  I burned the vein detailing by hand and finished them with linseed oil.

Short Sleeved Tee from RoEn Art

Mischievous kitty faces were printed on this top from RoEn Art.  Each shirt is made to order using a jersey blend fabric, then printed using hand carved blocks.  At this time, they do have a size small ready to ship.

Paua Shell and Sterling Silver Ring from The Twist On Jewelry

Mettalic Silver and Merlot Two Strap Sandal from JS Sandals

This beautiful twist wire ring from The Twist On Jewelry was handcrafted by Bo Fain from sterling silver, and decorated with a carved paua shell.  Each piece is custom made for a perfect fit.













These elegant sandals from JS Sandals have a cork and leather sole.  The straps are made from three layers of leather, with lambskin for the final, inner layer.

Flowing Creekside Pendant from Stink "N" Cute

You can wear a little bit of Kentucky with this unique pendant from Stink "N" Cute was made using Appalachian Creek pebbles.  The hardware and accompanying chain are antiqued bronze.

Upcycled Ruffle Skirt from Lucysroom

This up-cycled cotton petticoat skirt from Lucysroom has been hand dyed in chocolate and black using a marble technique. It also has a lace heart accent.

Mad Legs Wallet from Kate Garey

A cute applique decorates this handmade canvas wallet from Kate Gary.  The inside is made of faux leather, and has tons of storage and little slots and compartments to keep everything organized.










That's it for this week!


-- Jessica

Green Leaves Hat Rack Video

I finally did a behind the scenes video recently.  In doing so, gained an entirely new level of respect for those who work in the entertainment industry.  Getting the right shot, trying to properly tell the story, is so hard. Not to mention having to watch yourself on camera.  This is all before going through the painstaking editing process.

Never the less, I believe that I am hooked.  :)

The decorating process for our Green Leaves Coat Rack....

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Let me know what you think!


-- Jessica

How to Wear it Wednesday 4.13.16

As I right this, there is a nice soft rain falling outside.  We have been lucky so far with storms this year, and the Bluebonnets are blooming.  Mother's Day is just around the corner, so this week is an outfit and gift ideas for Mom.

Reclaimed Wood Key Chain from Feath & Kee

Brand new in the shop this week, "Mom's Keys" is made from reclaimed wood that came out of a local church that was being remodeled. After burning the words, I finished it with linseed oil.

Vinyl Decal from Zindee

This vinyl decal from Zindee can be stuck just about anywhere.  It is available in a variety of colors, and you can request custom sizing.

Ribbon Wool Flats from Momoish

These felted flats from Momoish are made from virgin Maori wool.  The bows can be taken off, and although the soles are coated with liquid rubber, you can also request a rubber vibram sole.

Crochet Friendship Bracelet from Slope Girl Knits

Love the simple pop of color that this crocheted friendship bracelet from Slope Girl Knits provides.  You can order sets, and they are available in different colors.

Flower Pens from Morning Delight Medley

Write in style with these flower pens from Morning Medley Delight.  You can choose from a variety of colored flowers and blue or black ink.

Vintage Inspired Dress from WNPCbyRachel

Inspired by the 1950's, this handmade dress from WNPCbyRachel has a petticoat netting to help the skirt stand out.  I think that the floral print is just right for Spring.

Ribbon Blanket Pattern from Fiber & Hook

Trying to think of a great gift for a new mom?  This pattern from Fiber & Hook is rated easy, and available for immediate download as a PDF.  Just add wool, crochet hooks, and ribbon.









That's it for this week!


-- Jessica

How to Wear it Wednesday 2.17.16

So Valentine's Day has come and gone.  Here in North Texas, the geese are flying north, Spring is definitely on the way! This week I mixed comfy neutrals with pops blue and green.  Everything is handmade and was found on Etsy.

Wooden Heart Earrings from Feath & Kee

From our shop... I have fairly recently that I really like teal.  These teal hearts are made from recycled pine and have stainless steel posts.

Geometric Tunic from I Heart Fink

The subtle geometric, hand-printed pattern on this white tunic from I Heart Fink provides just the right movement and depth.

Alpaca Braid Bracelet from One Purl Row

Promises of Spring are woven in along with alpaca, silk and mohair in this bracelet from One Purl Row.

Lowrider Running Inca Moccasin from Tread Light Gear

Tread Light Gear designed this pair of moccasins to keep your feet protected, but maintaining the feeling of being barefoot.  They have a plastic / rubber blend vibram sole for added durability and flexibility.  You may also order these in brown.

Dragonfly Leggings from Carousel Ink

The crew at Carousel Ink took one of their beautiful illustrations, then printed it on handmade leggings using water based ink. Awesome!

SLING Bag from Rough & Tumble

Super soft leather and a detailed eye for construction have had a gorgeous meet-up that resulted in the SLING bag from Rough & Tumble. It is available for order in two different sizes.

Turquoise Pendant from Lena Mer

Turquoise discs, copper and leather combine in this neat necklace from Lena Mer. I absolutely love that the pendant has movement.










That's it for this week!


-- Jessica

New in the Shop 2.14.16

Happy Valentine's Day!  We had a few new additions to our shop this week that I wanted to share with you.

Plexiglass Earrings from Feath & Kee

Bryan made this pair of arrow earrings from Plexiglass.  They remind me of arrows made out of fog or smoke.

Cloud Key Rack from Feath & Kee

This cloud key rack is made of oak that Bryan reclaimed from a chair that was past it's prime.  We have a few more pieces in development from the same chair that should be available soon.

Artist Palette Earrings from Feath & Kee

The final new addition last week, was this pair of paint palette earrings.  They are made from reclaimed pine, and are so light you might forget that you have them on.  If I wear earrings that are big at all, it seems like they pull on my ears, and are just uncomfortable. For that reason, most of our earrings are going to be as light as I can make them.

Follow us on Instagram @feathandkee to see what we are working on.

See you Wednesday for my How to Wear it Wednesday post!

-- Jessica

2015 Halloween Costumes

Happy Halloween!  I can't believe I am actually writing about this year's Halloween costumes on the day instead of days, weeks, or :/ months later.  This also is the first Halloween that Bryan was in charge of the most difficult parts. Needless to say, this has been the least stressful Halloween to date!

This year, Feather knew back in the Summer, that she wanted to be a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle.  Keela said she wanted to be Elsa from Frozen.  That was easy, I had already made her an Elsa costume that still fits.

Of course, Kee changed her mind.  and wanted to be a Ninja Turtle too.  She and Feather found out that there was at one point a female TMNT named Venus. So here is how we put together Michelangelo and Venus

Venus and Michelangelo 

The shirts and pants were easy, I was able to find green sweatpants for next to nothing.  For Venus's shirt, I used green dye to dye a white t-shirt.  We had a green shirt for Michelangelo, so while everything might not be the same perfect shade, it works.

For for the masks, belts, and wrappings, I raided my fabric stash.    Bryan used made Venus's fan using scraps of wood and paper. Keela finished it off by decorating it with stickers.  For Michelangelo's nun-chucks he used an old necklace, water noodles, scrap wood, then painted them.

After molding, before paint

The most difficult part were the shells.  First he glued several layers of cardboard together, cut the shapes out, then molded the back shells so that they would curve.

Painting...

Then came the long process of painting the fronts and backs.  They wanted to wear their costumes to school, and it poured rain, so thankfully he finished them off with polyurethane to protect the paint.

Finished Shells

I hope that everyone has a safe and fun Halloween!


-- Jessica

How to Wear it Wednesday 7.29.15

It's Wednesday!!! :) We are almost through the work week, and it is How to Wear it Wednesday!  This week, I put together an outfit for a guy.  Just right for enjoying a fun Saturday.

Salvaged Wood Key Ring from Feath & Kee

So, this outfit that I put together was inspired by this key ring from our shop. The wood that it is made of comes from a salvaged tree root. I am not sure of the species of tree, but the only finish it has is a coat of linseed oil.

Handmade Leather Sneakers from MDesignWorkshop

These handcrafted sneakers from MDesignWorkshop are made from vegetable tanned leather with rubber soles.

Chances Hat from Tinlid Hat Company

I love the pencil holder on this hat from Tinlid Hat Company.  A portion of the proceeds from this hat go to LitWorld.

Custom Leather Wallet from RedLeafLeather

The intricate stitching and detail really make this wallet from RedLeafLeather stand out.  It is based on a variation of the wallet from The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.  You can also request your own custom quote.

Black and Red Striped Shirt from SkirtStar

This slim cut shirt from SkirtStar combines comfort and style.  By the way, in addition to nice shirts, they also have really neat costumes.

Upcycled Custom Jeans from AbiDashery

These upcycled jeans from AbiDashery have been bleached and distressed to give them a customized look.














Have a great rest of the week!


-- Jessica

How to Wear it Wednesday!

It is amazing how fast this Summer is flying along! Today is the inaugural post of What to Wear Wednesday.  The idea for this is inspired by Polyvore - if you have not heard of this, think of it as a Pinterest for fashion and decor.  To be honest I am still learning my way, but I love being able to match up items that we make with different items that I could see them being used for or worn with.

This visualization is such a fundamental part of my personal process. From a piece of scrap metal that needs to be a base for a table top that will tie someone's room together to imagining how a pair of earrings will complete a total stranger's outfit.

So I am hoping to make this a weekly post.  I plan to only include other items that are handmade, with the possibility of some vintage where appropriate.

Just in time to celebrate the United States' birthday, here we go!

Red Glitter Cube Studs from Feath and Kee

Today's set is inspired by our sparkly red cube studs, then added with everything that you might need for a day at the beach or lake followed with an evening of fireworks.

Keyhole Bandueau Bikini from Harajuku

This navy bikini is made to order by JoEllen in Los Angeles.  Find this and her other creations at her shop Harajuku.

Linen Piano Fold Dress from annyschooecoclothing

Cover up with this gorgeous dress from annyschooecoclothing.  It is made from cotton and linen in Boulder, Colorado.

Leather Thong Sandals from AmberRae Sandals

These leather thong sandals feature a turquoise rivet with a vibram sole.  They are made in Austin, Texas.  Find them at AmberRae Sandals.

Sunscreen Stick from On Hand Lotions

Protect your skin with this SPF 35 organic sunscreen.  It is made with organic ingredients in Bristol, New York.  Find it and other items to pamper yourself at On Hand Lotions.

Bamboo Shades from Shades of Bamboo

Banish the sun's glare with these sunglasses from Shades of Bamboo.  They are made from eco-friendly bamboo in Burlington, Vermont.

Navy Beach Bag from BOLD by Tina

When you are on the go, it is really nice to have one bag that you can throw everything in.  This tote from BOLD by Tina fits the bill nicely.  It is handmade in Enfield, Connecticut.

Wide Brim Straw Hat from Bonnet

Top everything off with this lightweight, feminine hat from Bonnet in Portland, Oregon.

Primitive Rag Quilt from Kristin's Country Home

Finally, you have made it through the day, and it is time to kick back under the stars and watch fireworks!  This lovely quilt from Kristin's Country Home in Sewell, New Jersey is just right.








Although I am looking forward to sharing creations from around the world with you.  However, this week, I featured only items made by hand in the United States.


-- Jessica