Lori on March 8, 2010 | No Comments
By Tricia Hodson (LazyTcrochet)
You see the term "repurpose" or "repurposed" more and more. It's often used synonymously with "recycled" or "upcycled." Artists reuse or recycle materials, giving them a new purpose.
zJayne's shop is a classic example of how t-shirts can be used for many different products, from market bags to dryer pillow sheets. She uses as much of the original t-shirt a...Lori on March 4, 2010 | 12 Comments
Cleveland Handmade is hosting a giveaway to thank all our supporters and customers, as well as give you the opportunity to check out the high-quality handmade art in our members' shops. This giveaway comes from mtmarge7, a wizard with the sewing machine. This pretty floral tote bag is fully lined and features an interior pocket and would be great to take to the farmer's market, or the beach, or on...Lori on February 28, 2010 | No Comments
Celebrate the St. Patrick's Day with selections from Lori Paximadis (virtuallori).
I'm not sure what it is about this fantastic Celtic Crow/Raven card from Red Maple Studios that makes me love it so, but I do. Note the Celtic knots in the shamrock leaves.
I adore this Dichroic Fused Glass Four Leaf Clover Pendant by glasfuzion. It shows off the shamrock with subtle style.
Thes...Lori on February 28, 2010 | 3 Comments
By Leah Anastasakis (leahanadesigns)
Buying online can be extremely convenient and allows you to shop at places you could never reasonably drive to. Buying online can pose some problems, however, if you don't know exactly what size to buy.
When it comes to jewelry, rings might be the hardest. Not everyone knows what size ring they wear on every finger. That would be a lot to keep track of se...Lori on February 28, 2010 | 2 Comments
Our newest featured artist is Pat Garmhausen of Giardino. She is a self-employed illustrator and designer with a huge collection of fabrics and sundries from many years of art directing photography of fabric collections, and from her mother's life long fabric and knitting fascination. She has lived in Cleveland Heights since 1991.
What is your first memory of your craft? Did someone teach you, ...Lori on February 11, 2010 | 10 Comments
UPDATE: Congratulations, Marci! The Random Number Generator at random.org chose you as the winner of the Straw Flower Mandala Print from Playnature. 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, March 4.
Cleveland Handmade is hosting a giveaway to thank all our supporters and customers, as well as give you the opportunity to che...Lori on February 4, 2010 | 8 Comments
UPDATE: UPDATE: Congratulations, Rachel! The Random Number Generator at random.org chose you as the winner of the Stoneware Buttons from CMS Designs. 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 11.
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Cleveland Handmade is hosting a giveaway to thank all our supporters and customers, as ...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.
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Cleveland Handmade is hosting a giveaway to thank all our supporters and customers, as w...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...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...
