July 9th, 2010 by Rhonda Jai
Featured Handmade: Freshwater Coin Pearl Necklace by The Jewelry Workroom
Handmade jewelry is the perfect way to express your own personal style. There are so many unique styles and designs to select from, the possibilities are endless. With handmade jewelry it is always easy to find a piece to match whatever you are wearing. It doesn’t matter if you are wearing casual or formal wear, you can find elegant handmade jewelry to create a subtle look or bold handmade jewelry designs that easily grab the attention of others.
Handmade jewelry can be worn year round. Some savvy and talented handmade jewelry designers even handcraft seasonal and holiday jewelry. So even on extra special occasions you can stand out from the crowd! Oh and let’s not forget the stunning handmade wedding jewelry that make brides feel extra special on their perfect wedding day.
Don’t worry if you have never purchased handmade jewelry before. It is really easy to find something you like. But always remember the best way to buy handmade jewelry is to purchase directly from the handmade jewelry designer who made it. Not only will you get know the gifted person who carefully handcrafted your handmade jewelry find, but often you will learn how it was made and what special gemstones, beads, and other materials where used. Plus when you purchase directly from a handmade jewelry designer you always get the absolute best price and you can feel good knowing that money is going to that artist and not a middle man.
Handmade jewelry is becoming increasingly popular and thanks to places like HandmadeJewelryDesigners.com and HandmadeCraftShow.com, you can easily find unique and custom handmade jewelry from the convenience of your living room couch.
July 8th, 2010 by Rhonda Jai
Featured Handmade: Words to Inspire-Set of 4 Coasters by Laughing Taffy Designs
Handmade gifts show you really care and that you put a lot of thought in to selecting something meaningful. Buying handmade gifts is a wise way to spend your money, because they are often of higher quality then purchasing a mass produced gift and because of they are often one of a kind they leave a lasting impression.
Did you know that many handmade gifts can be personalized? How nice would it be to present someone you love with a personalized unique handmade gift? Can’t you just see their face light up with surprise delight? It doesn’t matter who you need to give a gift to, you can’t go wrong with handmade! Handmade gifts make great thank you’s and just because gifts to give to mom, dad, sister, brother and/or friend.
With handmade gifts, you never have to worry about duplicating what someone else has already given. You can find tons of unique handmade gift ideas online for anyone and occasion. graduation gifts, housewarming gifts, birthday gifts, anniversary gifts…you can find them all without leaving your home. An added bonus is that many handmade artists will even specially wrap the handmade gift your purchase and have it delivered via mail directly to the front door of your someone special.
Yes handmade make for the best gifts! But you don’t have to take my word for it. Click here to browse the handpicked selection of handmade gift ideas being featured on HandmadeCraftShow.com – virtual craft show.
July 7th, 2010 by Rhonda Jai
Featured Handmade: Women’s Wallets by Stitch n’ Studio
Handmade crafts have been around probably since the dawn of time. But it wasn’t until online craft marketplaces like Etsy.com came along that buying handmade crafts became extremely popular. Handmade has become so popular in fact, that many handmade artists are able to quit their day job to pursue their love of making and selling their crafts.
The most popular handmade crafts are handmade clothes, handmade jewelry, paper crafts, handmade soaps, handmade knits, fine art, handbags and home décor. You are in for a real treat if you have never purchased handmade. When you buy handmade for the first time you are just going to fall in love! Quality handmade definitely makes you see the low quality mass produced items differently.
I must admit until I purchased my first piece of handmade fashion jewelry, I use to go to the mall in search of something that matched my unique fashion sense. But now, I can easily and quickly find several handmade jewelry creations that compliment my outfits perfectly! Yes in a matter of minutes I can shop handmade online and within a few short days it is delivered to my home! Yep my love for handmade started with handmade jewelry and it has taken off from there!
So brace yourself, if you have never purchased handmade get ready to be amazed! Don’t be surprised if shopping for handmade and mingling with handmade artists online becomes your new favorite pastime!
July 6th, 2010 by Rhonda Jai
Featured Handmade: Hand stamped Leather Cat Collar w/bell- Blue with Green leaves by Craft Kitten
Gifts for pets can easily be found when searching online. But the best gifts for pets are the ones that are handmade by artisans. Handmade artists naturally put a lot of time, care and detail in their handmade crafts. Their genuine love for creating shines through and makes their handmade items extra special and perfect for giving as gifts.
Some handmade artists are pet owners their selves and have a genuine love for pets. Some are just friends of pets and have a love and appreciation for all animals. So the handmade they create for pets is simply outstanding and mass produced products can’t compare.
So if you are looking for gifts for pets then you should start your search online in the handmade community. Or visit your nearest search engine and do a search on “gifts for pets” to find something spectacular for your animal friend. You can find hand tooled leather pet collars, handmade knit pet sweaters, hand-painted porcelain feeding dishes and more. Oh and let’s not forget the endless choices of handmade edible pet treats! You can even find all natural healthy doggie treats in the shape of pizza, cakes and cookies.
Make your pet truly feel like part of the family and surprise them with an extra comfy handmade doggy/cat bed or plush pet toy. Remember handmade means love!
July 5th, 2010 by Rhonda Jai
Featured Handmade: Decorative Indian Greeting Card by With An Indian Touch
Handmade greeting cards are great! Have you seen the wonderful ones created by handmade artists who specialize in paper crafts? Handmade artists take great time and care in creating some of the most amazing handmade greeting cards you will ever see! Some artists even go as far as handcrafting their own special paper or paint to create their greeting cards from. Others use a variety of uncommon greeting card materials to accent and add uniqueness. I am always amazed with what I find when I search online for handmade greeting cards.
If mechanical pop cards are your thing, well guess what?! Some handmade artists specialize in designing very impressive handmade mechanical greeting cards complete with matching envelopes. Typically handmade artists who design handmade greeting cards also offer a full range of handmade paper items including, note cards, thank you cards and even postcards.
I definitely recommend stocking up on handmade holiday greeting cards. There is no easier way to spread holiday cheer than to give unique handmade holiday greeting cards! Oh and don’t forget to grab some personalized thank you cards. I know lots of people have started sending thank you emails and some has gone as far to send thank you texts. But sending a good old fashion thank you card still goes a long way, especially when it is handmade!
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