by Cafe Handmade on March 12, 2010
Tell us about yourself: I’m a Jersey girl but please don’t hold that against me. I was born in southern Jersey and raised in Northwestern Jersey in a little town on a lake. Our small family consists of my father, the photographer, my mother ~ my everything, my older sister, who has [...]
by Cafe Handmade on March 8, 2010
So, what’s your story? I live in Chicago, born and raised in San Diego with a layover in Wisconsin. I grew up with two artistic parents thinking that it must have skipped a generation until I got a hammer in my hand.
How did you get started creating your artwork? I moved to Chicago after finishing [...]
by Cafe Handmade on March 5, 2010
How did you start creating your artwork? How did I start? Honestly, I put a blank canvas on the table in front of me, picked out my favorite color (aqua/teal) from the paints I’d just bought, and positively slathered it on the canvas! Then I sat back and watched it dry. I have never in [...]
by Cafe Handmade on February 24, 2010
Tell us about yourself: I’m Joy Ritchie, I’m a wife, mom and grandmother and I’ve been knitting and crocheting for over 30 years.
What is your studio like? I usually create things in my living room while watching TV. My yarns and other crafting materials have basically taken over the place!
Do you set hours to work [...]
by Cafe Handmade on January 6, 2010
I grin, tilt my head and hold my hands upward with a slight shrug whenever I am asked anything about who I am and what I do. Given the opportunity I ask, “what do you see in me?” You see, when I regard myself I see a swirl of ever-changing energy. The activities I choose [...]
by Cafe Handmade on January 4, 2010
So, what’s your story? We are Jenn DesAutels and Samantha Lowery, cousins and WAHM! We live in East Tennessee and collectively we have two wonderful husbands and five beautiful children (Jenn: ages 6, 3, and 1, Samantha: ages 3 and 2 months.) We came together and started our own business out of a necessity [...]
by Cafe Handmade on December 11, 2009
Tell us about yourself: I’m originally from New York, where I met my husband of 4 years. He was a recruiter in the U.S. Navy at the time; back home after being stationed on a ship for many years. Now he is stationed in Virginia Beach, where we live with our beautiful 1 year old [...]
by Cafe Handmade on December 7, 2009
So, what’s your story? Hello everyone! My name is Camela Anne I am a 31 yr old wife and stay mother of three wonderful kids (Dayaa 12, River 10, and Malachi 7). I am always on the go from practice to practice since my kids are involved in everything that is offered all year. [...]
by Cafe Handmade on July 7, 2009
“ba’.li.wick: A person’s specific area of interest, skill, or authority.
…and my specific interest these days is creating an ever-changing collection of elegant and whimsical lavender sachets, pincushions, handbags & totes, flower pins and other imaginative creations using all the fabrics, buttons, trims and embellishments I keep collecting. Everything is handcrafted with much attention to detail, [...]
by Cafe Handmade on July 2, 2009
“I am a working mom with 2 beautiful children. I love creating quilts and great baby gifts, and I especially love being able to share my creations with others. I strongly believe in providing HIGH Quality products at Affordable Prices. Many of the items you’ll find for sale in the store were inspired by my [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 29, 2009
Kellybean Kreations has a line of funky jewelry pieces. A repeated theme is peace, love and happiness. One of my fav’s are these Smiley Face Rings. You just can’t help but be in a good mood with this ring smiling back at you.
Kellybean Kreations
”I’m in love with crafting. I started making jewelry at about age [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 27, 2009
Pillow Throw Decor
“My passion is making luxury, decorative pillows and throws with designer, “To The Trade” fabrics at affordable prices. My “Eclections” include eco, funky, modern, retro, traditional, chic, geek, steampunk, novelty, silk, velvet, stripes, florals, you name it, I’ve got it.” (excerpt from shop profile)
Pillow Throw Decor has so many fresh, fun, and funky [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 25, 2009
“FLY AWAY JEWELRY is the brain child of two college seniors, who happen to be twin sisters. Their goal is to create unique, affordable jewelry that anyone will love. Our pieces can serve as gifts for any occasion whether you’re simply spoiling yourself or you need a handcrafted token for someone special.” (excerpt from website)
Fly [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 23, 2009
Gift Gallery, Inc.
“Gift Gallery offers Kiln formed glass art, recycled glass art, handpainted water-colored note cards, signature platters, pottery and some vintage items.” (excerpt from Etsy shop)
Gift Gallery, Inc’s glass art has amazingly vibrant colors. There are so many fun, unique designs. This is one of my favorites. The combination of materials [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 21, 2009
Michelle V’s Handcrafted Jewelry
“What inspires me? I can be inspired by many things. Sometimes it’s just the raw materials around me and my desire to see what I can do with them. How far can I go and what limits will they put on the intended design. Other times its purely a color, or a [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 20, 2009
SouthernSkirts
“My name is Ashley Moore and I am a fashion designer living in Knoxville, Tenenssee.
I earned a Professional Designation in Fashion Design from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Los Angeles in 2005. Before that, I earned a teaching credential and was a fourth grade teacher for two years. Before that, I graduated from [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 18, 2009
Oh My Greetings
“Creative, playful, and affordable, not to mention fresh, hip and funky, my greeting cards and gifts will give you a lift and brighten your day!
I have cards for men, women, and teens. Gift boxes for all ages, and ornaments for anywhere in the home or car.” (excerpt from Etsy shop)
It was very hard [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 18, 2009
Hi, my name’s Jessica Van Den, and I create artisan jewellery under the brand name Epheriell.
I’m an Aussie girl who has discovered her passion in jewellery design. In my day job I’m the manager of an after-school tuition centre, and I have a couple of degrees in Science, Arts and Education… so I’ve always worked [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 16, 2009
Buster and Boo
“Hi, my name is Sara and this is a very friendly shop! Please feel free to contact me with questions, or just to chat. Buster and boo are 2 of my dogs (I have four), and they tend to be lying around me most of the time. Boo is very little and [...]
by Cafe Handmade on June 15, 2009
Hatastic!
“An eclectic range of unique handmade hats, fascinators and hair accessories inspired by the beautiful bits and bobs sourced from remnant boxes and junk shops. Elegant, witty and timeless – everything a hat (and a woman) should be! Bespoke service also so COMMISSIONS WELCOME!” (excerpt from Folksy shop)
These are truely Hatastic! Each hairpiece is [...]