Have you ever had a tough time making new creative friends in your community? Lots of makers have! The wonder of the internet is that it allows our global handmade/small biz community to meet kindred spirits all over the world but sometimes we'd really just like a friend near by to meet up with for tea, make dates, business collaborations and hang outs. Often we don't even know … [Read more...] about Match + Maker: Meet Your Creative Match!
Archives for 2014
Match + Maker: Mariko + Jessika Studio Tour
Mariko Paterson of Forage Studios Last month I got an email from one of my Canadian creative icons, Janine Vangool of Uppercase Magazine, asking if I would like to interview a ceramic artist living in my very own town for Issue #21 coming out in April. After doing my thisisreallyhappening happy dance I speedily said YES with likely a little too much eagerness! Once the scary … [Read more...] about Match + Maker: Mariko + Jessika Studio Tour
Skill Swap: DIY Brown Sugar Scrub
Hello, my name is Cherish and I am the main formulator for OperationSoapbox.com. I craft this sugar scrub recipe almost weekly at home to help moisturize my hands and feet during dry & cold weather spells. Quickly learn this skill too and whip up your own to treat yourself or someone you love this month! WHAT YOU WILL NEED Isopropyl alcohol (Rubbing Alcohol) 90% or … [Read more...] about Skill Swap: DIY Brown Sugar Scrub
I AM WANTED, LOVABLE & WHOLE
It's been a while since I've traveled to these fair parts and for that, I apologize. I've missed the warmth and kindness that the OMHG community overflows with and it's nice to be back. Like many of you, I was deeply moved by Jessika's open and humble call for support. Both she and her mother have been nothing but gracious and hospitable to me, making me feel welcomed and … [Read more...] about I AM WANTED, LOVABLE & WHOLE
#OMHG February 6: Skill Swap
Can you easily name 5 skills or talents you can teach? Owning our skills can be tricky but thankfully we have our friendly community of cheerleaders to remind us of all we are capable of. Come swap your skills with us today and get a confidence boost from #OMHG! Today from 1-2PM EST at OMHG we are talking about our Skill Swap theme-skills we have learned, want to learn, or … [Read more...] about #OMHG February 6: Skill Swap
