Handmade treasures always come from the heart. Whether it is that first macaroni necklace you gave to your mother or a master work hanging in a gallery; you can not create amazing art without putting a piece of your heart in it. So, to celebrate the heart in every work of art I present to […]
When we represent our products it is imperative that the artist portrays the product correctly and accurately. The picture to the right is a retail package from a large international company that sells many different items including food. What is being portrayed are “large” shrimp (kind of an oxymoron), and in large print highlighted in […]
We all learn in different ways. Some are self taught through books and online while others are intentionally taught and still other learn by watching, which is exactly how Shelly got her start. She stood behind her grandmothers as they knitted and crochet and watched their fingers fly. Little did she know that years later, […]
Part three in my colour inspiration series, this post features some snaps of hedgerow berries. This first sampling simply delights me, not least because every shade sampled by Lets Chip It from this image is one I that I can imagine as lip-smackingly friuty tinted lip balm. Looking at this delicious array of feminine colours […]
It’s closer than you think! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, so I thought maybe I’d help you ladies out by sharing a few special creations that I found here on Handmade Artists. Now it’s always nice to receive the usual box of candy and flowers for Valentine’s Day, but….this year, why not put […]
When you start out selling online, all the ‘experts’ on online success say, “You’ve got to have a blog!” So when I started, I also created a blog, though I didn’t know why. There have been times in various online venues when I’ve asked the question, “Why do I need a blog?” I’ve yet to […]
Apparently, we are not only supposed to appreciate beer for what it is but we are supposed to appreciate the can it comes in! So what if your favorite brand comes in a bottle, well, there is not reason we can’t appreciate that too. Welcome to National Beer Can Appreciation Day! Even if beer is […]
Here are 4 Reasons You Should Go to Gem and Bead Shows, Even if You Don’t Make Jewelry! If you don’t attend a bead show this season, you could be shortchanging yourself and your business. Even if your craft has nothing to do with beads or gemstones, ideally, you should visit a major show but […]
Welcome to the second in my colour inspiration series of blog posts. I shot these pictures back on October when I took my little boy to London Zoo for his 2nd birthday. He definitely takes after Mummy because he was completely fascinated by the beautiful fish in the aquarium. This first image is of a […]
Looking for a handmade, hand designed invitation? Well look no further Platinum Designs has some really cool invitations to choose from! I just love this Handmade wedding invitation, it really adds some nice character and modern design. Available a beautiful graphic wedding invite set, created in greens and creme. This particular invite are creamy cardstock […]
