I was just blogged about by a customer, and she made my day!

A customer came by the One of a Kind Show today, and bought some of my jewellery. She was very sweet, and we had a great conversation. I just got a Google Alert that she blogged about me and her experience at my booth, and it made my day!! I'm going to copy + paste her post here:
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Biko Jewellery, Spelled the Canadian Way: Biko the Video Star

love love love love love

1. her jewellery is enchanting and i want one of everything

2. i don’t even wear jewellery, so this is saying a lot

3. her haircut is divine

4. i think i have a crush on her

5. i didn’t even realize this before purchasing a pair of her earrings today, but we figured out that i have worn her jewellery before… a lot of it… with a bunch of white dresses… in mexico… and the jewellery was hands down the best part

6. go to www.bikodesigns.ca to see her collection and then go to the one-of-a-kind show to buy me all of her stuff!"
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this is her blog: http://londonbeard.tumblr.com

I think it's these sort of compliments that make me want to keep going. It's so nice to know I've got supporters out there who are excited about what I do!

Come visit me at the One of a Kind Show (booth S-44), from today until Dec 6th at the Direct Energy Building, Exhibition Place.

Fashion Magazine feature

Thanks Fashion Magazine! Biko's Charlie Necklace is featured in the 'Shops, Toronto Notes' section. It draws attention to the upcoming One of a Kind Show, and Biko's participation, along with over 800 other amazing vendors.

To purchase this necklace online, go here.

Biko the Video Star

Thanks to UV Studio for the first ever Biko video.
Happy viewing!

Biko takes a break for Nuit Blanche

The Clothing Show is over, and although I had little sleep leading up to it, and it was on my birthday *sigh*, it went well and was definitely worth my efforts. I leave for Vancouver (to do the One of a Kind Show) on Monday, and have been making as much product as possible before I take off. It's crunch time in Biko's world, but how could I let Nuit Blanche pass me by?

I'm super excited to see several pieces, like Space Becomes the Instrument at Massey Hall, Jeff Koon's Rabbit Balloon inside the Eaton Centre, and Laundromat Kaleidoscope at the Queen St Laundry. Apparently, commercial dryers inside the laundry mat are converted into giant constantly oscillating kaleidoscopes. Since I'm obsessed with kaleidoscopes (see Biko's Kaleidoscope Necklace), I'm super excited for this one!

Back To The Grind

It's fall, people. How did this happen so fast? Just when I thought the end of summer meant doomsday was upon us, I got slapped in the face with the feeling of fresh. New season means new ideas, new opportunities, and a new work ethic. For some reason, when the kiddies go back to school, I go back to work in my head. I mean, I've been working all along, but now the real stuff gets done. You'll see.

Like, in 2 weeks you'll see Biko at the Clothing Show in Toronto, where you will be able to pick up all the latest exciting pieces, including the Limited Edition Collection. Two more weeks, and Biko takes on the West Coast, at the Vancouver One of a Kind Show. Until then, work work work, and a little fun too.

Speaking of fun (and inspiring), this is a show not to be missed: As a part of TIFF, one of my favourite bands, Off The International Radar, will be playing a show at the Drake Underground on Thurs. Sept 17th. Their new EP is being released this week as well... so excited!

To listen to them and to learn more: http://www.myspace.com/offtheinternationalradar

Your neighbourhood hunting ground

Let's face it, special events are just plain fun. Invite a gaggle of women, sprinkle some cupcakes about the room, serve some bubbly, and bring together a handful of local female entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses... you've got yourself a ball.

Chasse Gardée, one of my favourite shoe/accessory stores in Toronto, played host for the evening, and Biko Jewellery, along with several others (such as DaLish Cosmetics), brought their wares.

And what's an event without Momma Biko out to support. Yup, that's me with my proud momma.

Canadian, Eh

I get asked about the spelling of jewellery fairly often, as I AM in the business of designing and creating it, after all. To be honest, I never know which spelling to use. In writing to an American, I fear that spelling it the 'real' English way would throw them off, but I would never dare to use the American version, 'jewelry', amongst Canadians or Brits. Must I continue catering to those I speak with directly, or is there a way to set in stone the spelling of my choice, never wavering from it?