Archive for January, 2010

Italian Earrings from Erika Originals

Lori on January 28, 2010 | 35 Comments

UPDATE: Congratulations, Abby! The Random Number Generator at random.org chose you as the winner of the Italian Earrings from Erika Originals. We've sent you an e-mail with details of how to claim your prize. Look for a new giveaway at 9 a.m. on Thursday, February 4. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Cleveland Handmade is hosting a giveaway to thank all our supporters and customers, as w...
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For That Man of Mine

Lori on January 26, 2010 | Comments Off

A selection of locally handmade gifts for guys by Tricia Hodson. Pick a card and think of the perfect thing to say. The Valentine's Collection 4 Blank Cards from bdoodlez $8.50 Write a secret message (or a grocery list)! Two Embossed Matchbook Journals from bettyhendrick $3.95 Buy him a beer. Blue Moon (or others) keychain from resinNation $5.00 Sweeten his feet? Two Foot P...
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Valentine’s Day picks from SToNZ

Lori on January 23, 2010 | 1 Comment

Creative talent abounds in Northeast Ohio! Here are some Cleveland Handmade picks from Susan of SToNZ for Valentine's Day gift giving this year. I am in LOVE with this romantic map of Paris made entirely from etched copper by the inimitable Chris of Copper Leaf Studios. Who wouldn't adore this irresistible heart charm bracelet by SusanK Jewelry? Everyone loves cheese! And I L...
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For the Guys

Lori on January 21, 2010 | 1 Comment

Susan Hale of Photohale and Numeric Design found these treasures for the guys. Remember your special guy with something unique and handmade this Valentine's Day. puncture: oxidized sterling silver dotted ring from SilverMade Studio • The Best Thing You Ever Had - 8 x 10 print from JukeboxART Chessboard from Michael Barchalk • Rural Ride by SKnights Forsythia Bakelite Wa...
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Valentine’s Romance

Lori on January 16, 2010 | 1 Comment

Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate being in love. Jewelry artist and Cleveland Handmade coleader Lori Paximadis shares her selections for a romantic celebration. These beautiful soy candles from Terra Verde Soap & Candle Company are a modern and environmentally friendly way to create a romantic mood. I love that they're poured into reclaimed wine bottles. ($22 per cand...
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New Members for January

Lori on January 16, 2010 | 4 Comments

Cleveland Handmade welcomed 43 new members in January, a range of talented artists who make everything from candles to clothing, from knitwear to paintings, from jewelry to photographs, from woodworking to polymer sculpture. We invite you to check out their shops and welcome them to the team. TheGratefulBead · shop LosT & Fawned · shop · website Miknitures · shop · website heyjude42...
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Shannen Cleis: Happy Elephant Designs

Lori on January 16, 2010 | 2 Comments

Shannen Cleis of Happy Elephant Designs is a talented paper artists who calls Elyria home. Her high-quality cards feature unique, colorful, and whimsical designs. We're pleased to have her as a Cleveland Handmade featured artist. What is your first memory of making cards? Did someone teach you, or did you learn on your own? The feeling of satisfaction when I sold my first card to a non–famil...
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Winter Dawn Wet Felt Scarf from Knitgrrl Studio

Lori on January 16, 2010 | 9 Comments

UPDATE: Congratulations, Jennifer! The Random Number Generator at random.org chose you as the winner of the Winter Dawn wet felt scarf from Knitgrrl Studio. We've sent you an e-mail with details of how to claim your prize. Look for a new giveaway at 9 a.m. on Thursday, January 28. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Cleveland Handmade is hosting a giveaway to thank all our supporters and customers, as...
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