...something totally unrelated

Here is a smooth duet from a client, friend and fan of mine... Ms LaTanya Lockett! Check her out at http://www.myspace.com/latanyalockett. I really like this whole layout... it has good emotion to it! Hope you enjoy it too!



Don't Dream it's Over from Cy Kuckenbaker on Vimeo.

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....a new bag, a new dawn

As you can see.. I have been busy with a little yesterday... faith style. I have always wanted to be a graffiti artist but I didn't the guts to try with my limited skills. The last time I tag anything, I was in grade school and it was in bubble letters... ha! Recently I have been wanting to do something that has more meaning... to me at least. Yes, I am a Believer in the Way, the Truth and the Light... Jesus is my Lord and as passionate as I feel about Him and what He's done for me, I know there are so many others who feel the same way... so I created a line called: Give 'em a Reason!  a handbag line completely devoted to sharing the truth about God and a great conversation starter! Though it's in it's in beginning stages... I really feel as if I am on to something here.

Judge for yourself... I would love to hear what you think too!

New styles to come and I am working and improving on my skills daily. So be on the look out for new ... or should I say FRESH STYLES (lovin' the 80s for real!)

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.... it was the 4th after all!

I needed some flair for my red, white and blue ensemble for the 4th of July.....

I am really lovin' this whole belt movement... mainly because I can make it just like I like it... lovin' creativity! Believe it or not but there's 50 hand stenciled stars on this belt... I don't see the point of making a patriotic piece and not put everything into it. I was inspired by a piece I did some 3 years ago... it is called "Scattered Patriotism" (pic on the left). I put 50 hand stenciled stars on it as well. Though is was a flat clutch, it was large enough to hold all that you needed... it sold that summer. The washed paint made the denim look aged and very worn... it was beautiful! In the picture on the right my skirt was blowin' in the wind like a flag... I love it!





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Summer Time Sale 30% off all Acrylic KnitSleeves

That's right! We are having a sale on all Hand Loomed Acrylic KnitSleeve Shrugs...  30% off! There are several colors to choose from and sizes from small to x-large.
This is an excellent time to buy more then one. Normally at $65, now only $45...WOW! Handmade, Hand loomed custom made shrug... get yours today!

See my whole collection at http://www.marionrenee.com or go to http://knitsleeves.etsy.com

Very Excited....

Well....

Las Vegas was not at all what it was worked up to be. I have to admit a little disappointment but along the way I say a show friend that I seem to see at almost all of my shows... Sir Vaughan. He reminded me that he really liked my line and was looking for a wallet to buy. He wants something very artsy but with a male feel to it. This is what I have come up with so far...

...and my wheels are just a turning at all the possibilities with this design! It actually has me excited again... something so simple and small has lit a huge spark in me... thanks Sir Vaughan for being so very persistent!


NEW PIECES at http://www.marionrenee.com!

The last few days....

Well, it's the last few days before the big 3 day ACRE Wholesale show in Las Vegas. I have to admit, I am a little anxious. I have never done such a large show for as long as 3 days... I just hope they like me (hehe). I am also concerned with my set up as it is my first with all the walls and shelves and don't let me mention the lighting! I think I'm freaking out about the lighting. Just like you can have great stuff online but if no one sees it you'll get no where, same is said for having a great product but if the lighting is bad and no one can see it... it's for nothing. I am in a crossroad about whether to get clip on lamps vs. track lighting but I have finally made my final decision (I think...) to just get the track lighting and use it as flood lighting and the use several small spot lights attached to the shelving as spot lights... that's it! The booth colors are grey... I usually love the color grey but in this case, it would be better have have a solid black... it would help my work really stand out. So now I am in a mad thought process of making sure that I bring the right accent colors to help with the overall appearance. (I wish I had a majic wand at this time and poof! It's all done... reality check!! not!)

Besides all of that, my faithful helper has decided to not be so faithful... too bad because I could really use some help. I still have about 10 more bags to make but I know I will get it all done.
Ready to see what I have been working on so far....? Here they are!

Yes I have gotten into belts and don't have that much time to really make enough to take with me this weekend so it will have to wait for wholesale life and be introduced next year at the show but this year on the website.

I guess that's all I have to say about this. I am in prayer daily about this grand trip and hope that those who follow my blog would lift me and my 3 companions up in prayer for traveling mercies and protection.

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I've recently been busy...

 

Yes, I know... it's been awhile since my last post but I have been busy working on my 2010 line debut in June at the ACRE Show. Here's a bag I just recently finished....










And here's a closer look at the detail on that lapel. It's painted denim and leather... I love this new direction!

Here's a beautiful blue with just the right kick of color! Hope you love them as much as I do!

The chain has a denim cozy for those who prefer not to have the chain touch their skin.

My new Scallop Edge Tote bag with 6 interior pockets and one large zippered pocket.

So looking forward to posting some more of my new designs!