This holiday season, we’ve asked some of our favourite creatives, bloggers, makers and OMHG members to join us in rounding up great gift ideas. First up, great gifts for creative people.
Michelle’s Pick – Pin Loom Coaster Kit from Purl Soho
“I’m a huge fan of DIY kits, especially if they include top notch materials and a beautifully designed finished product. That’s why these Pin Loom Coaster Kits from Purl Soho are so fantastic. They’re useful, simple, elegant and a great intro to basic weaving. They also have a handy tutorial for the project with images on their blog, The Purl Bee. ” – Michelle is a printmaker and the owner of Kiriki Press. She makes embroidered doll kits and other handcrafted goods, which you can see at www.kirikipress.com
Danielle’s Pick – Cupcake Pincushion Ring from Made in Lowell
The sweetest gift for your favourite stitcher. “I have one and I love it because it’s cute, fun and effective and bonus it fits in my thread box!” – Danielle is the owner and chief boss lady at The Merriweather Council – a small business that specializes in custom hand embroidery. Danielle enjoys coffee and boy bands and currently resides in Virginia.
Marisa’s Pick – Year of Holidays Carve-A-Stamp Kit from yellow owl workshop
“Who doesn’t love stamps? I’m always impressed by hand carved stamps and would love to give it a try myself. This fantastic kit includes 36 templates plus all the tools you need to create stamps all year long. Perfect for crafty friends and stationery lovers!” – Marisa Edghill is a Canadian craft designer, author and washi tape aficionado. She shares craft projects and DIY inspiration on her blog Omiyage Blogs.
Jessika’s Pick – DIY Embroidered Clock from CuriousDoodles
Make every hour a crafty one! “I love creative gifts that combine materials or techniques in unexpected ways like these DIY embroidery kits-with their modern designs & brilliant packaging this is definitely not your grandmother’s needlework!” -Jessika is a cheerful activist, community maker, and chief-unicorn-wrangler at Oh My! Handmade.
Bonus Pick – Maker Mail
Handcrafted gifts lovingly packaged and shipped right from the makers to your front door – give a gift subscription, share with friends or treat yourself! Sign-up by November 10th.
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