Editor's note: Here at OMHG we are all about the power of community and what is more powerful then a chance for creatives to come together, share knowledge, and make new friends? Not much! Which is why I jumped on the chance to invite Nicole Stevenson (aka: Random Nicole), co-founder of Craftcation Indie Business & DIY Conference to tell us the story of how the event was … [Read more...] about Craftcation Saves the Day for Indie Businesses!
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Go Team Go! OMHG Teaming Up on Etsy?
Editor's note: The lovely Jenelle of Trashn2Tees contacted me to see about the idea of starting an OMHG Etsy team-since it had been on my list of possible ideas for over a year I was really excited BUT...I know I don't have the time to coordinate a team all by my lonesome with all the other crazy stuff happening for OMHG this year (a 2013 conference is going to happen … [Read more...] about Go Team Go! OMHG Teaming Up on Etsy?
Love Story: A Letter to My Family
I have to admit, this post stumped me for a bit. How to share my love for my family without writing an epic essay? I've been seeing fun animated gifs from folks like Bri Emery & Pugly Pixel so I was inspired to get creative and write this letter in pictures. I still feel like I could have added a thousand more frames but I tried to get to the heart (ha) of our story and our … [Read more...] about Love Story: A Letter to My Family
Meeting the Makers: Christine Haynes
When the lovely and talented Christine Haynes entered our New Biz/New Year giveaway in December her business was in the middle of transitioning. Christine had grown beyond her identity as a ready to wear clothing designer and into a new exciting life as a pattern designer, published author and teacher of all sorts of sewing goodness. Her Kickstarter campaign to launch her first … [Read more...] about Meeting the Makers: Christine Haynes
Meeting the Makers: Robyn of Shibang Designs
Editor's note: This meeting the makers post has all the things I love best-making it a perfect fit for our February theme of Love it Up. Robyn Santamaria of Shibang Designs is a talented and passionate Canadian maker with her own innovative style. Each of her pieces is a true work of art + skill + smart design, I am honoured to introduce Robyn to share her story with … [Read more...] about Meeting the Makers: Robyn of Shibang Designs
