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Another Round of SWAPORAMA at Hastings Farmer Market

In Stories on April 16, 2015 by sioso

Mama says Put a Hat On will be at this Sunday’s, April 19th, food swap at Hastings Park Farmers Market at the PNE (2901 E Hastings St Vancouver, BC V5K Canada) with new Put a Hat On collection additions of ‘Food/& Non-food’ homemade items. Softy Sugar Scrub, Aromatherapy oils: Minty ‘Headache Helper’ and Citrusy ‘Energy Lift’ (retail $10ea) and INTRODUCING Caribbean Sorrel; Vita-Drink (retail $5ea).  Adinkra bookmarks & Mandala Wishmark message cards available. Contact me for pre-orders.

Paypal and E-transfer payments available.

What’s a food swap??? – http://foodswapnetwork.com/what-is-a-food-swap/

http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/spring-food-swap-at-the-hastings-park-farmers-market-registration-16477622011

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Tis the season for holiday SWAPORAMAS

In Stories on December 1, 2014 by sioso

Mama says was at the recent food swap with new collection additions ‘non-food’ homemade items. Eat U Up- sugar scrub, Wisdom Knot bracelets, Aromatherapy oils: Minty ‘Headache Helper’ and Citrusy ‘Energy Lift’ (available for each $10). each giftable items comes with a customised Adinkra message card. contact me for orders. Paypal available and E-transfer invoicing available.

What’s a food swap??? – http://foodswapnetwork.com/what-is-a-food-swap/

food swap http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/winter-food-swap-at-the-hastings-park-farmers-market-registration-14003708469?aff=eorg

food swap network

tis the season of many office and family SWAPORAMAS Here is a fun way to branch out to more than that first circle. Check it out- and start swapping.

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A CABINET OF CURIOSITIES- 20th Vancouver International Storytelling Festival

In Stories on June 12, 2014 by sioso

I’m performing at the OPENING on Friday June 13th, 8pm — oooh Friadaay the 13th…

definitely be afraid, Afraid to miss it!!

Storytelling festival line-up

 

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Happy International Women’s Day

In Stories on March 8, 2014 by sioso Tagged: , , , ,

 

Each year around the world, International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8.

Women Tree

Over time and distance, the equal rights of women have progressed.

We celebrate the achievements of women while remaining vigilant and tenacious for further sustainable change.

There is global momentum for championing women’s equality.
Give a woman a hug today. Celebrate their achievements specially on this Day.

Reach out to someone that has inspired you, and also be an inspiration to someone.

(http://femalepreneurlounge.com/happy-international-womens-day-2013/)

International Women’s Day

 

Maya Angelou’s ‘Phenomenal Woman’ to you

 

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I’m telling lies.
I say,
It’s in the reach of my arms
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.

 

I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It’s the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.

 

Men themselves have wondered
What they see in me.
They try so much
But they can’t touch
My inner mystery.
When I try to show them
They say they still can’t see.
I say,
It’s in the arch of my back,
The sun of my smile,
The ride of my breasts,
The grace of my style.
I’m a woman

 

Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.

 

Now you understand
Just why my head’s not bowed.
I don’t shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing
It ought to make you proud.
I say,
It’s in the click of my heels,
The bend of my hair,
the palm of my hand,
The need of my care,
‘Cause I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.

 

 

 

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Make Your Mark; Mancala & Adinkra games workshop

In Stories on November 3, 2013 by sioso

mancala yellow

Join us on Saturday November 16th for an activity filled workshop of gaming and stories with Mama says, Scruffmouth, DG and Jrae. This event is not suitable for infant/toddler/preschool attendees.

Make Your Mark poster

200px-JugantAUnJocDeMancala

The Akan, then later Asante, people (Ghana/Côte d’Ivoire) created the adinkra symbols which incorporate their philosophies, folk-tales and culture. They represent popular proverbs and maxims, record historical events, express particular attitudes or behaviour related to depicted figures, or concepts uniquely related to abstract shapes. 

children play.mancala

ALSO later in Community on Saturday Nov 16th–

ComCele_event_mc

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July 26 Gathering of Surrey Muse- featuring moi

In Latest News,Stories on July 24, 2013 by sioso Tagged:

July 26 Gathering of Surrey Muse.

Surrey Muse July 26 event

Come out and enjoy

all the wonderful artists and performers:

FEATURED AUTHOR- Siobhan of Mama says Put A Hat On!

Featured Poet Kat Norris

Featured Performer Daksh Kubba

Open Mic Opener Helga parekh

eBook Launching Author Fauzia Rafique

Host Randeep Purewall

this is a FREE event

6pm at the Surrey Public Library.

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Brrr Spring!- warm up with a little ‘Mama says socialising’.

In Get Hats,Latest News,Stories on March 23, 2013 by sioso

Brrr Spring!- warm up with a little ‘Mama says socialising’.

WHERE TO FIND Mama…

Story-Art project with seniors

Story-Art project with seniors

I am one of the four artists in a Renfrew-Collingwood (RC) community art/story project called ON THE TABLE.
Renfrew-Collingwood(RC) area seniors share stories that matter to them and contribute a personalised cloth representing their story which is then woven into the group tablecloth. The (RC) area roughly extends from Kingsway/Nanaimo to Boundary up to Broadway so a pretty large catchment.
The focus is to create textile artwork that tell the ‘dinner-time’ stories of the community elders in the form of table coverings.
My four FREE workshops will run on Thursdays in April (4,11,18,25) at 10:30am-12:30pm in the Slocan Field Art House, 2750 E. 29th Ave (in Slocan park next to 29th Ave Skytrain).  Folks can register directly with me at putahaton@gmail.com

Mama says: Put A Hat On! and book a home Mad-Hatter-Party (performance and product showing). You can find Mama storytelling at various community events.  Some are open to the public so contact us at  putahaton@gmail.com for listings as there may be some near YOU.

Mama’s fabulousness has been featured in an article at www.thelunchkitnews.wordpress.com, as a Mama entrepreneur with Mama says:Put A Hat On! Thanks Katrina Boguski for the great write-up!

continuing in– WHERE TO FIND Mama…

Currently running children’s story & art programs ( drop-in and registration) for 1-5 year old’s at the Roundhouse Community Centre April -June 2013. REGISTRATION IS OPEN  for spring classes.

story pouches with Adinkra designs
  • West African Adinkra symbol chart. These symbols influences are part of my original designs

Mama says: Put A hat On! is open to taking NEW orders ready 1-2 weeks or less. Contact us via email: putahaton(at)gmail.com

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Mama says: Put a Groove on!

In Latest News,Stories on October 3, 2012 by sioso Tagged: , , , , , , , , ,

Mama says: Put a Groove on!

Upcoming PERFORMANCES and events:

  • This Saturday November 3rd at 11am a special Families Branching Out storytelling event. Attendance via reservation. Pls contact me to attend and for any further info.
  • ONGOING – weekly children’s programs at Trout Lake Community Centre. Drop-In or Register your 1-5yr old for; Multicultural Stories, Songs & Play Fridays 9;30-10:15am and/or Art 4 All, art-making with themes and stories. These classes require parent participation if your children are under 3yrs old.
  • in Richmond; at the 1st annual Cambie Fall Fair– Storytelling on the harvest theme with tales of Anansi, Aesop and an original Stone Soup community building story Saturday October 13th, two shows: 11:00am-11:30 & 12:30- 1;00pm at the East Richmond Community Hall, 12360 Cambie Road. A rain or shine event
  • HOGAN’S ALLEY POETRY FESTIVAL (Sept 28-30) Saturday September 29th, 2pm Waxing Poetic with Siobhan, at Hogan’s Alley cafe 789 Gore Ave- free event.

The extended collection–POUCHES!

Who doesn’t need a little bag every now and again?
Whether a quick way to find your cellphone (slim to iPhone size) in the ever expanding backpacks, courier bags and purses that we find ourselves carrying– we all need a little bag every now and again. West African Adinkra symbol influences are part of my original designs.

The Akan, then later Asante, people (Ghana/Côte d’Ivoire) created the adinkra symbols which incorporate their philosophies, folk-tales and culture. They represent popular proverbs and maxims, record historical events, express particular attitudes or behaviour related to depicted figures, or concepts uniquely related to abstract shapes.

pouches with raised designs

So… Now you can carry your iTouch and iPod WITH the headphone in one place.

private items pouch

Little private items can go with you anywhere, discretely!

Enviro gift-pouch (reusable)

Stick a few items into one small pouch for a quick get up and get going- like some tissues or your camera and couple extra batteries/memory card OR some cash/lip balm & gum-AND of course they are great Enviro-Friendly reusable gift bags.

–THE BATH Pouch collection

These bath-body pouches come in two main types:

– The 100% unbleached all natural cotton and The Loofah & cotton blend.

Both types of pouch can fit many size of bath product and bar soap. Both types of pouch lather and launder well. Both pouches come on a handy handle for easy hand use in a slippery spot.

Bath Body-Pouch

…..So,

Mama says; Put A Pouch On!

-cause THESE little pouches can carry it all in style and functionality!!
In stock for your Halloween howl berets and caps with spidey-sense or punkinsGoneWild $20-$35 each.
contact me to purchase Via PayPal or cash-money.

putahaton(at)gmail.com

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Digital Storytelling aids

In Stories on October 2, 2012 by sioso

To use iMovie instead of Microsoft PhotoStory  

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Mama says: Put a Groove on!

In Latest News,Stories on September 13, 2012 by sioso Tagged: , , , , , , , , ,

Mama says: Put a Groove on!

Upcoming PERFORMANCES and events:

  • in Richmond; at the 1st annual Cambie Fall Fair– Storytelling on the harvest theme with tales of Anansi, Aesop and an original Stone Soup community building story  Saturday October 13th, two shows: 11:00am-11:30 & 12:30- 1;00pm at the East Richmond Community Hall, 12360 Cambie Road. A rain or shine event
  • HOGAN’S ALLEY POETRY FESTIVAL (Sept 28-30) Saturday September 29th, 2pm Waxing Poetic with Siobhan, at Hogan’s Alley cafe 789 Gore Ave- free event.

The extended collection–POUCHES!

Who doesn’t need a little bag every now and again?
Whether a quick way to find your cellphone (slim to iPhone size) in the ever expanding backpacks, courier bags and purses that we find ourselves carrying– we all need a little bag every now and again. West African Adinkra symbol influences are part of my original designs.

The Akan, then later Asante, people (Ghana/Côte d’Ivoire) created the adinkra symbols which incorporate their philosophies, folk-tales and culture. They represent popular proverbs and maxims, record historical events, express particular attitudes or behaviour related to depicted figures, or concepts uniquely related to abstract shapes.

pouches with raised designs

So… Now you can carry your iTouch and iPod WITH the headphone in one place.

private items pouch

Little private items can go with you anywhere, discretely!

Enviro gift-pouch (reusable)

Stick a few items into one small pouch for a quick get up and get going- like some tissues or your camera and couple extra batteries/memory card OR some cash/lip balm & gum-AND of course they are great Enviro-Friendly reusable gift bags.

–THE BATH Pouch collection

These bath-body pouches come in two main types:

– The 100% unbleached all natural cotton and The Loofah & cotton blend.

Both types of pouch can fit many size of bath product and bar soap. Both types of pouch lather and launder well. Both pouches come on a handy handle for easy hand use in a slippery spot.

Bath Body-Pouch

…..So,

Mama says; Put A Pouch On!

-cause THESE little pouches can carry it all in style and functionality!!

contact me to order and purchase YOUR perfect pouch.

putahaton(at)gmail.com

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