There is something magical about any balloon that hold our attention and makes our inner child smile, but what is even better is a hot air balloon! Today is National Hot Air Balloon Day, a day in which we get to celebrate those magical balloons…
Happy Escargot Day
Lets celebrate Escargot Day! Classic French fair that many love is celebrated today with some amazing pieces of unique art. Set of 4 River Babies Cards Animal Cards Cut Out Cards Far to cute to eat but perfect for a handmade card! This…
Featured Artists Colleen and Mitch of Rustic Northern Retreat
I admit that I have a soft spot for any husband and wife team. Since my husband Andrew and I work together daily on our art and websites, I understand the great highs and great stresses that it causes a couple….maybe this is why I…
Roast Leg of Lamb Day
Happy Roast Leg of Lamb Day! Although, I have never tried to roast a leg of lamb and don’t know that I ever will, I still want to celebrate. So, in honor of this momentous occasion I present to you some handmade leg of lambs that are still attached to the…
Happy Lei Day
You step off the plane and are greeted by a lovely lady in a grass skirt. The sun is warm, the sand is white and you have a beautiful flower lei placed around your neck. Well, maybe a trip to Hawaii isn’t in the cards…
Mothers Day Pink Flowers Lampwork Beads Necklace Victorian Set Swarovski Crystal Renaissance Choker
Mothers Day Pink Flowers Lampwork Beads Necklace Victorian Set Swarovski Crystal Renaissance Choker What a charming Mother’s Day gift for the woman you love! Pretty pink flower glass lampwork beads, antique silver roses and centerpiece, and 8mm pink Swarovski crystal bicones make up this lovely…
Featured Artist Debra of Designs by Zaney May
Debra was always surrounded by creativity and this love has never left. From the time she was a child, she would dig through her mother’s pattern books and write her name next to the pieces that she wanted her mother to make for her! Soon,…
Happy Kiss your Mate Day
Busy lives can get in the way of what is important….so take a moment and celebrate Kiss Your Mate Day! To get you geared up for this special day, here are a few wonderfulkiss inspired items from some very talented artisans Custom Wedding Cake…
National Movie Theater Day
Childhood dreams, first dates, night away in a fantasy land…the movies! Today is National Movie Theater Day and what better way to celebrate this iconic night out than with some amazing handmade treasures from our talented artists. Movie Time Home Theater Wall Hanging …
Happy Glazed Ham and Pineapple Day
Special dinners require their own special day! In honor of that, may I present to you National Glazed Ham and Pineapple Day! Since there is a chance you may not have all day to prepare this special meal, why not celebrate with some amazing handmade…
Featured Artist Melissa of Knitted Lilly Creations
Have you ever been told you could not do something because you are left handed? Sound silly? Maybe, but this is exactly how Melissa first experienced knitting! Picture a darling little girl at a Girl Scout meeting, all excited because today they were going to…
Remember our POWs
As much as I like to have fun, sometimes you have to take the time to remember the important things in life. Today is the day that we take a moment to remember our POWs. In honor of these brave men and women, take a…
Happy April Fools Day!
April 1st, a day loved by pranksters young and old alike! Whether or not you spend this fun filled day playing pranks on your friends and family, you can surely appreciate the humor of a day like this. In honor of all the fools out…
Happy Smoke and Mirrors Day
Magic captures the imagination of young and old. While we know that there is a “trick,” the illusion is still always a thrill. To celebrate the art of illusion, I present to you Smoke and Mirrors Day! What better way to celebrate than with some…
World Water Day
So many of us in the United States and around the world take water for granted. You want a drink? No problem, just turn on the faucet or push a button on the fridge and out comes gallons of clean water….not so for many parts…
La’Riesha of Calypso Candy
Some find that they have the need to create from childhood on, spending their lives making the world a more beautiful place with their own hands, while others, like La’Riesha, took a bit longer to find their creative passion…and the world is a better place…
Girls Write Now
As the next generation finds its way, we support the future authors and poets yet to be with Girls Write Now! In honor of these future writers, I present some amazing works of art from talented handmade artisans celebrating the written word and girls that…
March is National Craft Month
Did you know that March is National Craft Month? Amazing that we have an entire month to celebrate what we love best….handmade! So, if you just can’t get enough of the smell of glue sticks and don’t seem bothered by the tiny beads rolling around…
National Tooth Fairy Day
There is nothing sweeter than a smile of a child with those darling gaps where their baby teeth used to be except maybe that smile when they find a treat from the tooth fairy! In honor of this magical childhood time, I present to you…
Press Kit – Get Yourself Out There
I recently was lucky enough to attend the Buyers Market as a member of the press. While getting my permission badge to carry my camera and take photos, we were directed to the press table which turned into an eye opening experience. On this table…
Featuring Shelli of Custom Bear Hugs
There is no better business tool than a supportive family, which is exactly how Custom Bear Hugs got her start! Shelli met her wonderful husband while they were both serving our country in the United States Navy. Thank you to you both from all of…
Sticky Bun Day
Today is the day to celebrate all those yummy, sticky treats such as sticky buns and cinnamon buns! Gooey and covered in that sugary icing….soooo good and soooooo not on the diet plan. So what to do. Instead of eating them, how about celebrating with handmade, guilt…
Featured Artists Southern Charm Designs
Quick…pop quiz…what does the Department of Defense and unique handmade jewelry have in common? Until today I would have said “Ummm, nothing” but now I know different! Kristie and Kellie are twins who both currently work at a company who deals with contracts with the…
Lupercalia Day
Definitely one of the stranger celebration days but so much fun never the less! Lupercalia is an ancient fesival of the Romans celebrated around 400 AD in which the priest of two colleges of “Luperci” could gather at the “Lupercal.” This cave was the one…
Seeing Eye Dog Day
For people with vision problems, a seeing eye dog can mean the difference between being housebound and reliant on others and having the freedom to live life to the fullest. In honor of these darling canines who do so much for no more than a…
Featured Artist Jordan of HexagonInc
How often have you been on a search for that perfect “something” and you just can’t find it? Solution…do it yourself which is exactly what Jordan did when he couldn’t find the perfect brooch to suite a unique style. The experiment was so successful that…
Celebrate Pie with Handmade
Pie! What in the world is better than homemade pie!?! Realistic Pie Oven Mitts If you have ever burned your hands taking a pie out of the oven, then you know the value of oven mitts! But oven mitts can be more than…