Category: handmade
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Browsing the One of a Kind Show: Highlights
The One of a Kind Spring Show is this weekend at the The Mart in Chicago. I always look forward to attending this show, one of the premier artisan events in the city. From out of the hubbub surrounding the well-attended booths on the 7th floor, the following artisans stood out to me: Selma Karaca…
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Artisan Gifts for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is May 8, and it’s officially time to get serious about finding your mother a gift. Etsy is overflowing with beautiful artisan gifts to choose from. In fact, there are so many possibilities that we have narrowed it down for you! You are planning to give your mother a bouquet of flowers on…
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Korean television hooked me on these stunning lanterns
One of the unexpected things I have discovered during the pandemic: the addictive dramas of Korean television! Thanks to Netflix, my husband and I have watched shows like My Sassy Girl, Her Private Life and Forecasting Love and Weather. I am rapidly becoming hooked on these dramas and their fascinating, sometimes quirky characters. The breakout…
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Artisans of Ukraine
There is something special about the artisans of this country, and I wanted to feature some of their remarkable creations. Because the situation in Ukraine changes day by day, these items may not be available for purchasing or shipping at the time you read this. Still, I wanted to highlight their artistry as a way…
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Etsy Under the Sea
Beach season is nearly here, so we decided to take a deep plunge into the Etsy depths and uncover some fabulous sea treasures, handmade by talented artisans right here in the U.S. As a jewelry designer, I am very impressed by these first two necklaces, which I have been planning to feature for some time…
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The Blouse Inspired the Necklace
Design inspiration can come from unlikely places. I recently made several necklaces that were inspired by floral blouses currently hanging in my closet. The colorful and vibrant prints motivated me to create a trio of necklaces that I can’t wait to share! A Nordstrom blouse in gorgeous drapey fabric inspired me to create a necklace…
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The internet is an explosion of great design, with sites featuring the best handmade products from all over the world. Nothing like it existed before Etsy, eBay, and other internet retailers brought us stunning finds from the far corners of the globe. Design Hunter’s Journal would like to be your guide to this endlessly fascinating…
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