we're diggin' ::: RABBITS AND BUNNIES

Chinese New Year is this Thursday, Feb. 3rd and we're excited for the Year of the Rabbit! We'll have a special Chinese New Year post on Thursday, but until then enjoy these fun friends. Rabbits and bunnies are so adorable with their wiggly noses and fluffiness, we couldn't resist sharing the hopping, hand crafted goodness we found.

Celebrate this Year of the Rabbit or if you or someone you know were born in 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, or 1999 grab one of these goodies for them...

1. Bunny Buckle with Reversible Belt by Cassie Stephens
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2. Bunny Kong Print

3. Doe Ray Me Tree Vinyl Decal

4. Rabbit Girl and deer print

5. Spun Cotton Ornament

6. Bunny Ring

7. Honey Bunny

8. Bunny Coin Purse

we're diggin' ::: RAINDROPS

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You know that saying, "It never rains in L.A.!"? That isn't so true! L.A. hasn't been a stranger to rain this fall/winter season but we haven't seen any in a couple weeks. We're unlike most Angelenos and, actually, enjoy the rain! Raindrops are especially hot in all forms design. So, we found a few around the handmade world that really brightened our day!

1. Raindrop Stud Earrings

2. Sterling Silver Raindrop Ring

3. Raindrop Casserole Carrier

4. "Take Shelter" Print

5. Raindrop Covered Buttons

6. Raindrop Key Chain

7. Woodland Raindrop

8. Raindrop Soft Cover Journal

we're diggin' ::: ASPEN TREE GOODNESS

There are things that signify the changing of seasons; snow fall, crisp air, scarf wearing, etc. One of the most glorious of those are leaves changing color. The most spectacular showcase of leaves changing color happens with Aspens! Our hearts race at the sight of a golden Aspen set against snow capped mountains. Breathe taking. We searched for Aspen tree goodness and found these treasures...

1. Laser Cut Mini Wooden Hearts by Timber Green Woods
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2. Watercolor of an Aspen, original art

3. Real Aspen Leaf in Copper

4. Aspen Wood Tree Branch Buttons

Our own photos of our recent Aspen experience. Thanks, Breckenridge, Colorado!

we're diggin' ::: SNOWFLAKES

Even though we live, no more than 3, miles from the beach, we can appreciate snow in all of it's fluffy and slushy goodness! Tis' the season to make snow angels and hit the slopes. So, this is an ode to our favorite "flaky" finds that are handmade. May you dazzle in 'em or keep your hands from burning with 'em. However you like to snow, make it fun!

1. Coffee Cozzee- Bustier Style! by melissahewitt

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2. Sparkly Snowflake Earrings by beasjewels

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3. Snowflake Headband

4. Snowflake Purse

we're diggin ::: STARFISH

The cold and rainy Los Angeles winter has us longing for our breezy and sunny summers. As we dream about the magical time we can't help but picture ourselves, hair flowing and skin glowing just like mermaids (or mermen!). What mermaid would be complete without an adornment of a starfish? We, lovers of the sea, think that these magical creatures look beautiful in any form they take, especially when it is handmade or photographed!

To get your mermaid or merman on, check out these wonderful handmade goodies we found...

1. Felted Starfish

2. Starfish Photograph

3. Single Pane Window with a starfish, shells, and sea glass

4. Pink Leather Cuff with Starfish

5. Knit Starfish

6. Clay Starfish Button

7. Wax Seal Pendant

8. Starfish Painting

Adios, 2010! Hola, 2011!

We have much to be thankful for in the last year but are happy to be moving forward into 2011. This is our year! Woo hoo! We've been working hard over at koco & viking to bring you the best of us in twenty eleven. Look for all the cool new things right here at our blog, on our website, at shows, in our crafts, and so much more. We're so excited to share this new year and our journey with all of you, our dear friends.

some blog goodies for 2011...

Make It! Mondays- A meditation challenge for the crafty. We'll provide you with an easy-does-it craft that will take you between 30 minutes and 1 1/2 hours to do to help you clear your mind.

Tuesdays will be filled with inspiration from all over the web in We're Diggin', maybe YOU'LL be featured!

Want to win stuff on Wednesdays? Well, we're going to give you that opportunity with Giveaways as well as sharing yumminess from In the Kitchen.

Digital Downloads of worksheets, patterns, gift tags, Cards, etc. and tutorials will give you something to look forward to on Thursdays. They'll be created by us, of course, and guest artists.

And there is so much more! We were thinking about all of you and how we can give back to you as much love as you share with us.

Collaborations will abound for us in 2011 and you will be the lucky recipients of all this goodness. You're so welcome! hee hee.

we're diggin' ::: CANDY CANE STRIPES

We LOVE these handmade yummies!

1. Peppermint Candy Cane Heart Necklace
2. Candy Stripe Sock Bear
3. Recycled Vintage Tin Mini Dress Earrings
4. Jumbo Candy Cane Dog Treat
5. Candy Cane Bunting
6. Fabric Scarf Necklace