When I write the word GIFT, what thoughts come to mind? Do you think of lovingly handmade items, created with your own hands? Items purchased from other creatives at your local Farmer’s market, artisan fairs or makers online? Something that can be remembered and thought of fondly, whether it be the gift of your time or an incredibly thoughtful gift. OR does … [Read more...] about The Gift of Presence: Slow Gifting
Featured Member: Alison of The Petit Cadeau
Welcome to a new feature where we get to know one of our amazing community members, today we're spending some time learning about Alison Butler of The Petit Cadeau! In one paragraph tell us about yourself and what you do! The Petit Cadeau is all about creating and celebrating more thoughtful moments in our lives. I blog about thoughtful gifting (creative ideas, DIY … [Read more...] about Featured Member: Alison of The Petit Cadeau
Exploring Creative Business with Megan Jackman of Ragmaw
I met Megan, the owner of Ragmaw one day at a local market, and instantly fell in love with her one of a kind, handmade pieces. Her studio is part of the amazing Quidi Vidi Plantation - a craft facility for emerging artists and their businesses, located in in the amazingly scenic and historic Quidi Vidi region of St. John's, Newfoundland. For our Camp OMHG theme I interviewed … [Read more...] about Exploring Creative Business with Megan Jackman of Ragmaw
Growing New Ideas in the OMHG Forums
Sometimes when you have a great idea, a brilliant idea, you really want to share that idea with a group of supportive, like-minded, creative friends. You want to ask, “do you like this idea too?” Last Fall, I decided that I wanted to create a monthly snail mail subscription for young children. Canada Post was in the midst of announcing postage rate increases, and I suddenly … [Read more...] about Growing New Ideas in the OMHG Forums
Crafting Holiday Traditions to Share with Friends
I have stepped away from the kitchen, and am writing this as the smells of holiday baking drift from my oven to where I sit at the computer. I am baking 6 dozen cookies to share with my girlfriends. Last Christmas, we started the tradition of gathering for a cookie exchange, and it looks like this will be something that we continue for a long time. The concept is … [Read more...] about Crafting Holiday Traditions to Share with Friends
