I have some gorgeous Friday eye candy + food for thought & a fun giveaway to share today! Chrissy of the awesome indie retail shop Domestica in Des Moines, Iowa is here to visit and share her business. Its an exciting day for Domestica today too as they are on their way to take part in the 9th annual Renegade Fair in Chicago-if you are in the area be sure to stop by booth … [Read more...] about Meeting the Makers: Domestica Interview + Giveaway
Fellow Makers
Homework Assignment: Find Your Ideal Role
For creative folks, the struggle isn’t so much in developing an idea, but in determining which of many ideas to pursue. Sometimes it’s as if there are just too many choices. Factor in a wide range of talents and entrepreneurial spirit, and choosing a path can be purely mind-spinning. Plus, if we’re trying to balance family relationships or fulfill financial obligations, then it … [Read more...] about Homework Assignment: Find Your Ideal Role
My Hands Make History (& Pretty Things)
I can barely believe the summer is over and this is the last post of our Handmade Heritage theme! This is a theme I hope we will continue to add to as there are so many talented artists reinventing history and reviving old arts. Lets take a second to praise all the hands all over the world that are making history right now, pretty awe inspiring when you think of it (if you have … [Read more...] about My Hands Make History (& Pretty Things)
Heirlooms in our homes
Heirlooms almost always add personality to our homes. If they were handmade by someone you love they add a personal story. We are in the process of planning a renovation of our 90 year old home. Planning niches to display treasured collections is very important to me as part of this process. After all, I am a collector. Instead of planning for “out with the old, in with the … [Read more...] about Heirlooms in our homes
Today I give myself permission to…
I'm going to be honest - this has been a tough month for me, full of heavy thoughts, unlike my usual terminally cheerful self. Maybe it is our handmade heritage month making me nostalgic or the leaves already starting to change colour on the trees. The summer is almost over and fall always makes me think of endings. Jennifer Perillo's loss of her husband also made me … [Read more...] about Today I give myself permission to…
