Maker Stories
Lia Griffith: From Paper Flowers to a Creative Business
A paper flower can be a small decoration, a thoughtful gift, or the beginning of a larger creative path. For Lia Griffith, sharing a paper rose became an important step toward building a business around making and teaching. Her journey connects design experience, paper flowers, books, and a community learning to craft. It offers an […]
How Isabella Strambio Turned Macrame Into a Creative Career
Isabella Strambio already had a creative profession. She worked as an interior designer. But designing spaces for others wasn’t giving her enough room for her own creativity—or enough time with her daughters. In 2016, she discovered macrame. What followed began as a personal experiment and gradually became a different way of working. Isabella Strambio’s official […]
7 Recycled Craft Ideas to Make and Sell at Craft Fairs
Explore recycled craft ideas to make and sell at craft fairs, including CD coasters and upcycled decorative projects. This project can help you explore handmade product ideas and compare different finishing styles. It is a starting point for makers gathering inspiration for a possible craft collection. Use these examples for design research; pricing, demand, and […]
10 Concrete Earring Designs from Etsy Makers
Explore concrete earring designs from Etsy makers, with shapes and styles to inspire your handmade jewelry interests. This project can help you explore the shapes, finishes, and styling of handmade pieces. It is a starting point for makers researching a future collection or shoppers interested in handmade design. Compare the details for inspiration, and develop […]
