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Working Map Mother – Quick Update

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

Working Map Mother - Quick Update

This is pretty much my life right now over here at Soft Cities HQ. I have a sitter for three hours a day so I cram in as much creativity as I can. Man it’s hard! Especially when Hugo is so darn cute!

But, this spring has been fairly busy with orders from all over the world: Germany, Australia, and the US. The process is a little slower than I would like, but with a 4-month old I’m learning that time is a slippery concept. I will say that at least I’ve come out of the BabyFog so I’m able to work more efficiently. Thanks everyone for your patience as I crawl out of this new baby stage.

I’m so excited about what’s in store for Soft Cities. This summer we will be showing off some new maps and a new product. I can’t talk about it now in detail because I’m still sourcing the materials, but I’ll give you a hint with two words: watercolors and silk. Subscribers to our mailing list will be the first to know, so sign up ya’ll!

I hope to be sharing more of the maps I make for customers on Pinterest and this blog. I think they are so beautiful it’s a shame not to share. (with permission of course). You can find me here: http://pinterest.com/nikkirodenbeck/ I’m also collecting inspiration for new map colors there if you like that sort of thing. It’s fun.

More from me soon I promise!

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Our youngest customer!

Posted on July 26, 2011 by

A customer sent me a picture of her adorable new baby on her first keepsake–a map blanket! Maybe it’s just me, but I think she loves it already!  

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2nd round of Mapkin testing

Posted on July 21, 2011 by

Okay, so the linen/cotton blend soaks in the color nicely! Below are some pictures from my visit to the printer. I’m washing them now, keep those fingers crossed that the color stays put. I know my iPhone isn’t the best, … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek: New Map Styles

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

I’m heading over to the printer tomorrow to check on a very exciting napkin test. I think, I hope (!) we found a new fabric to use. It’s a linen/cotton blend. Please, please work! We’re testing the blue and pink … Continue reading →

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Have fun customizing your blanket!

Posted on July 6, 2011 by

Did you know that you can add up to three markers for free? (I just updated the FAQ to reflect pricing for more than three markers here) That’s right! Up to three locations can be customized so add your Nana’s … Continue reading →

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Soft Cities at Where 2.0 Startup Showcase 2011

Posted on April 22, 2011 by

The thing about a trade show or conference is that you learn more about your business preparing for it, than demoing it. I participated in a Startup Showcase that introduces your new business to people who love new businesses and … Continue reading →

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PistilSF is now Soft Cities!

Posted on April 2, 2011 by

If you haven’t heard already, I wanted everyone to know that I’ve changed the name of my company! I know you probably really liked PistilSF (it was awfully clever), but if we’re going to do this big, I don’t think … Continue reading →

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Thank you A-List Moms!

Posted on March 16, 2011 by

We were featured in the Flaunt Section of A-list Moms Today. I’m so excited! I’m getting a few requests for infant size blankets. What size is that exactly? Leave a comment with your opinion and I’ll see if I can … Continue reading →

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Pistil People!

Posted on March 1, 2011 by

Oh this makes me happy. Look at the smiles! (okay, I do have to admit that I’m in one of the photos. I promise it isn’t my Oprah Magazine moment. But, I too am VERY happy to use an extra … Continue reading →

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Ghost Mapper

Posted on February 26, 2011 by

A strange thing happened today. I added a form to the site so ordering would be easier. A few days pass and voila, “Order Incoming!” shows up in my inbox as it’s supposed to. But, quickly I become suspect because … Continue reading →

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