· By Phoebe Carpenter Eells
Tulip Row Joins the Lineup
Originally we thought this hand carved block print design would be just for stickers and hats. After loving it on washed green dad hats we started playing around with this ode to Skagit Valley Tulips and found a path through to the cutest crewneck! Formatting a new design always takes a little effort. See a peek behind the scenes here as our wife husband team wanders through the alignment and printing process. Tulip Row just hit the shop, see stickers, crewneck sweatshirts & totes now (hats coming soon!). Wait until you see the back of the crewneck!! >>> Shop Now...
· By Phoebe Carpenter Eells
Our newest design, Folksy Tulip
Our newest design is here, a folksy take on the tulip for April in Skagit Valley! Here's how our designs start: And how they end up: See the process in video form by clicking here.
· By Phoebe Carpenter Eells
Stolen Art, A Story
A few months ago I discovered that one of my designs had been stolen, altered (mostly by copying elements on the original design), and labeled with the name of a business with very different values from ours. Arlington Hardware is not a business that I would agree to work with, even if asked to be hired or to partner in a licensing deal. I am really disappointed to know that a number of these pieces with their business name and my original artwork are out there in the world. This design was sold at their store at least from May until...
· By Phoebe Carpenter Eells
Another Daisy Design
Another Daisy design joins the line up. See how we decided on the size and format for this one by clicking the video below.
· By elSage HQ
Get Ready for Fall at elSage
Temperatures have cooled down in Skagit Valley. Fall is here! Whether you are tailgating or strolling through some autumn foliage, we have the perfect sweatshirt for you. View our cozy collection of hoodies here. We are excited to head into this new season with our expanded store space. This expansion has allowed us to carry more handmade apparel, indie made goods, and must-read books. Check back often for more new things to come. Open 10am-6pm daily24/7 online
· By elSage HQ
Locally-crafted goods at elSage
We love curating locally made goods at elSage! Here are a few Pacific Northwest made finds available at elSage eqpd Reusable Lastbags are handmade in Twisp, WA. Holiding up to 90lbs, these durable bags are made for taking on all of your adventures. Hammered metal earrings by Cascadia Jewelry are made in Skagit Valley, WA. These staple pieces go with everything! Handmade LaConner's all-natural apothecary is made in LaConner, WA. Blue Star Coffee (a family-owned roastery based in Twisp, WA) is sold in-store at elSage Designs. If you can't make it over the mountains to grab their award-winning coffee in-person, we've got you covered!...
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