Sustainable, Reclaimed Accessories for Your Modern Life

Hey D.C.! We’re a Crafty Bastard THIS WEEKEND!

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Stacy

That’s right! Fritz & Fräulein is back at the incredible Crafty Bastards THIS WEEKEND at Union Market in D.C.! Find us in Booth #40. Check out all the deets below + a special discount just for our loyal Crafty fans!

Yes, indeed, we are pleased to share that we are back THIS WEEKEND for #crafty2014! We’ll be in booth #40 (map below), bringing our popular D.C. flag pillows made from military blankets, along with a NEW version from sailcloth from a D.C.-area yacht aaand some limited edition D.C. totes from recycled canvas. We’re also bringing plenty of our reclaimed and eco-friendly accessories, including toiletry bags, clutches, card cases and the like for both men and women. Come say hey and get a jump on your holiday shopping!

It’s all going down tomorrow, Sept 27th and Sunday the 28th from 10am-5pm at Union Market (1309 5th St. NE, Washington D.C. / accessible via the NoMa-Gallaudat University/New York Ave. station on Metro’s Red line). More details and tickets here:
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/craftybastards/guide/
See you soon!

-Stacy
Founder & Chief Redesigner
Fritz & Fräulein

ps – Show us this post when you stop by the booth for 10% off your Fritz & Fräulein purchase @ Crafty Bastards 2014. *non-transferable & one-time use only please.

Etsy x Dossier Magazine Pop-Up Opening TODAY!

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Stacy

Hey guys! Pretty fantastic news because…Etsy is becoming brick ‘n mortar – starting TODAY for one month only. Etsy, the online marketplace for all things handmade, is partnering with arts and culture magazine Dossier Journal to host a month-long pop-up boutique known as Etsy x Dossier this September in New York City’s Lower East Side aaaand Fritz & Fräulein is one of over 30 designers selected to be a part of this curated collection! Ahhhh!!! <<cartwheel>> We. Are. Stoked. (to say the least)

Here’s the lowdown:

Etsy x Dossier Pop-up Shop
September 4th through 28th, 2014
79 Delancey Street
New York, NY 10002

Open daily, 1pm – 8pm

Dossier creative director Skye Parrott and collaborator Stephanie Tran are offering a curated selection of art, gifts, home and lifestyle goods by over 30 designers from Etsy Wholesale, Etsy’s new private, juried marketplace where retailers can source from professional designers. The temporary boutique is the latest in a series of art and design pop-ups the curators have staged in Lower Manhattan.

Etsy x Dossier will be open to the general public from September 4 to September 28. Visitors can shop the items and engage in three DIY Saturday workshops ranging from weaving to screen printing to homemade body scrubs. (Prior RSVP for the workshops is required.)

It’s Etsy (and us) – in real life! Come check out the goods!

-Stacy

Thanks for Comin’ Out!

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Stacy

A little shot of our Fritz & Fräulein pop-up last night at Madewell. Oh yes, and that includes our expanded selection of butter soft, reclaimed leather pouches, clutches, card cases and wallets. =) Huge thanks to Madewell and all those who came out (& were there in spirit). You guys are the best!

-Stacy

Madewell + Fritz & Fräulein Pop-Up Event

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Stacy

Hey all! We’re so excited to invite you to join us THIS Tuesday, August 26th for a one night event of a little shopping, cocktails and nibbles with Madewell, their new Fall collection + Fritz & Fräulein! We can’t wait to show you our latest & greatest to get you accessorized and organized Fall! Oh, and did you hear all the buzz about Madewell’s new denim lineup? I cannot wait to snag a pair (oh, and they’re offering 20% off to everyone that night – ummm…perfection?)

Here’s the deets:

Madewell + Fritz & Fräulein
Tues, August 26th from 5-8pm
(@ 19th St), New York, NY
RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/events/715720755130636/
See you there!

-Stacy

Jean Paul Gaultier Exhibition Final Weekend

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Stacy

Photo: © Patrice Stable/Jean Paul Gaultier

Hey guys! This Sunday is the FINAL day to see the amazing Jean Paul Gaultier Exhibition at The Brooklyn Museum before it heads to London. Oh, and the Museum Shop is featuring our limited edition Navy Sailor Clutches (below) in support of the exhibition as well. Snatch one up if ya like!

-Stacy

Navy Sailor Clutch

Pop-Up Shop at Renegade Brooklyn!

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Stacy

Surprise! We’re having a pop-up shop at Renegade Brooklyn THIS weekend! Get your holiday shop on with us and over 200 artists & designers from all across the country. We’ll be at Booth #123 in the downstairs vault.
Details: 1 Hanson Place (across from Atlantic Terminal/Barclays Center), Brooklyn. Sat/Sun – Nov. 23rd & 24th, 11am-6pm. See you there!

-Stacy

More info: http://www.renegadecraft.com/brooklyn-winter-home

Disconnect to Reconnect

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Stacy

I just came across this brilliant, short film, I Forgot My Phone, via NPR (article link at bottom of post) re: our (unhealthy) obsession with our smartphones. Check it out and tell me if you see any familiar scenarios.

In our tech-obsessed world, I found this short by Charlene deGuzman to be a much needed wake up call. It made me stop and remember times with friends and family – pre-cell phone fixation. Real-life experiences: bike rides, outdoor adventures and super soaker battles with childhood friends…and when I was a bit older, trips trekking around Europe (ahem…before I made it mandatory to get a SIM card in every country just to stay connected – and always available to the higher ups. Ugh.) Remembering how freeing it was to unplug a few years back on an incredible 6 week sabbatical to New Zealand. I was present and focused solely on physically experiencing the dynamic environment around me and those who I was with. I came back fresh, rejuvenated and so full of fire.

I recently read one of the key practices President Bill Clinton attributes to his success is being completely present – giving full attention and empathy to who he’s speaking with. In an age of such incredible technology to help us live our lives more efficiently (which, don’t get me wrong, I love), we need to learn when to put down the device and give attention to the here and now. Make an effort (every day) to disconnect so we can reconnect.

A few simple recs I’ve been practicing as of late:

#1 Make your bedroom a no phone zone by buying an alarm clock (yes, they still sell those).

#2 Put your phone away when you’re out with friends. There’s something to be said about giving full attention to who you’re with. Why should we be so concerned with what everyone is doing elsewhere? Be present. Focus and appreciate what’s right in front of you.

-Stacy

Full article: http://www.npr.org/blogs/alltechconsidered/2013/09/05/219266779/our-cultural-addiction-to-phones-in-one-disconcerting-video?utm_source=NPR&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=20130905

American as Apple Pie

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Stacy

Alright fans, it’s game time. It’s officially been a year since opening our (virtual) doors and it’s been quite a journey thus far! We’re kicking off year two and stepping it up – courtesy of the queen of handmade herself, Ms. Martha Stewart.

Yes, it’s true and we are thrilled to announce that we are a nominee for Martha Stewart’s 2013 American Made Competition! You’re thinking, “What does this mean exactly? Stacy, cut to the chase.” The best of the best of America’s makers across six categories (Style, Craft, Design, Food, Garden & Tech) are duking it out to see who gets enough online votes to come out on top. If Fritz & Fräulein’s Style entry gets enough votes from you guys, we win 10k and that means a whole lot of new, fabulous products developed for you to get your hands on! I may also even get a little generous and do a giveaway. Messenger bag anyone? =)

But before I get ahead of myself and start makin’ it rain with new goods, you need to know this competition is strictly based on public voting, so every vote truly counts and your support is critical! Click the link here to check out my profile and vote: http://www.marthastewart.com/americanmade/nominee/80344 *Knitty Gritty: Voting for Round 1 runs from Aug 26th to Sept 13th. You can vote up to 6x every day (and for the same person if you like – hint hint, nudge nudge). Just keep clicking that “Vote” button when you get to my page! =)

Thank you so much for your support! Let’s do this.

-Stacy

Music Monday with Tom Odell

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Stacy

*photo courtesy of Tom Odell

After a bit of a sticky summer (understatement, right?) we’re definitely ready for Fall and, as many are headed back to school this week, what better way to kick it off than with a Music Monday?

Tom Odell is an artist that I was first introduced to via Christopher Bailey, performing @ Burberry Prorsum’s F/W ’13 runway show (but let’s be honest, I was more focused on the clothes). When I heard him perform a live session on my favorite radio station, NPR’s KCRW Los Angeles, it really rocked me to the core. The best way to describe his gorgeous music is soulful, powerful, reminiscent of two of his idols, Elton John and Bob Dylan. Oh, and he opened for the Rolling Stones @ Hyde Park in June. No big deal. Needless to say, this young Brit is definitely one to watch.

He starts the KCRW set with the single he just released today, “Grow Old With Me,” but the session is chalked full of beautiful songs from his EP, Another Love (and performs a few covers). *BTW, at 18:45 he opens the second set with the most amazing cover I’ve ever heard of “I Love L.A.” (NY, don’t be mad, I love you both equally).

Have a listen to the whole session here: Tom Odell Live Session

-Stacy

Music Monday – The Great Gatsby: Lana Del Rey

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Stacy

*courtesy of Warner Bros. Ent.

It’s no secret we’re pretty amped (along with the rest of the world!) for The Great Gatsby film coming out May 10th. After seeing the last trailer, we were especially excited for the first release off the soundtrack, Lana Del Rey’s Young & Beautiful. It just launched today so check it out and have a great Monday!