Author: beautifulhandmade

Featured Shop: Noemiah

What first attracted me to the shop is the whimsicality of the presentations! Upon checking it out, I find that her pieces are fun, quirky and out of the ordinary.  Noemiah is named after its owner and designer Noémie Vaillancourt.  Her atelier is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Growing up in a small town near […]

Featured Shop: The Rover Boutique

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted Shop of the Week. Now, I’m happy to introduce you to AnneMarie Minardi- owner, designer, and maker from The Rover Boutique, a fabulous clothing line for dogs and cats. If you’re a pet lover, then you’ll want one of these fashionable outfits for your dog and cat! How old is your […]

Featured Shop: Junghwa

Our shop of the week, Junghwa, is owned by Amy Stewart, who some of you may know through her blog. I happen to love the pieces of accessories in her shop- the rope bracelets, being my favorites. Amy and her husband, Sean are expecting their first baby, so congratulations and best wishes to them both!  What’s […]

Featured Shop: Diffraction Fiber

Diffraction Fiber is a shop based in Chicago which sells handmade pillows , coasters, mouse pads, hats, and fiber art. The pillows are made from eco-felt, which are made from recycled plastic bottles. Read on the interview as Beth Cummings shares her personal experiences in starting an online business. What’s the inspiration behind your shop’s […]

Featured Shop: Joom

Joom Klangsin graduated with a degree in Bachelor of Fine Arts in Silpakorn University, Bangkok, Thailand. Then in 1996 she studied graphic design at the Academy of Arts College, California. She personally creates pouches, bags, pillows, print and artwork with bird designs from her home in San Francisco for her eponymous label. What’s the inspiration […]

Shop Spotlight: Old New Again

Our featured shop this week is Old New Again, based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and owned by Rick and Elizabeth Duckhorn. Their story is truly an inspiration especially for people who have lost their jobs and are planning to start a small business. Let’s meet this husband and wife team and listen to Liz as she talks […]

Featured Shop: Prairie Garden

This week, I interviewed Liane Doxey, owner/designer of two Etsy shops, Prairie Garden and Prairie Garden Studio. I enjoyed learning that like our past Shop of the Week sellers, Liane has also managed to turn her personal hobby and love for gardening into a successful small business. It is also the first time I heard […]