I’m a huge supporter of small independent businesses all year round, but I believe if there’s one time you are supposed to take them in consideration, that is the season of giving. I’m hoping you all are planning to include some handmade items from your favourite local shops in your Christmas list this year, but […]
Sorry for being a hater but some crafts give all diy’s a bad wrap. What’s up with the googly eyed popsicle stick crafts that lurk about during the holidays? Why is this okay and why should I waste my time? There are so many stylish holiday diy’s. Like what about this one or this one. And these […]
Need a twist on a traditional Key Lime Pie Recipe? Try this Mojito Key Lime Pie recipe! It’s a little boozy and a lot delicious. This recipe is easy to make, quick, and party perfect. The fresh mint & fresh whipped cream on top make this a gorgeous dessert to look at and it’s such […]
This blog may contain affiliate links. Here in Italy we don’t really have a tradition of buying a natural Christmas wreath to hang at the front door. We do hang them, but we usually don’t really bother if it’s real or not anymore, which I think it’s quite sad actually! But I used to create […]
Absolute Rainbow Adorable-ness! These Rainbow Candy Button Earrings are made with pony beads – the kind of of cheap beads you can get at any craft store. They are bright colored and these earrings can be made in any color of the rainbow. They are so easy to make and adorable enough to wear everyday. […]
How adorable are these kid’s t-shirts, dresses, and rompers? Bon Temps, from New Orleans Louisiana, creates soft cotton wearables for kids that are fun and bright! We got to talk to Laura McPhail, creator of this fun brand and learn all about how Bon Temps came to be and what’s next for her business. We even […]
A few months ago, while trying to sort out my wardrobe, I went on a hunt for pretty rose gold hangers to re-populate my closet in an aesthetically pleasing way – and I would have never thought it could be so difficult to find the perfect hangers! It might be that I’m very fussy, I […]
A few weeks ago, eager fashionistas and museum-goers in the Phoenix area, as well as a large group from Pittsburgh, flocked to Phoenix Art Museum for the grand opening of the exhibition Emphatics. Emphatics was a high-end lifestyle boutique in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and owned by James and Karin Legato. In the early 1960s, James started the business […]
This project was one of those amazing creative moments that just hits you like a load of bricks and you think “OMG, that’s such a good idea – how did I not think of this before?!” I love moments like this because they often yield amazing projects. I think being excited about a project ultimately […]
Oh I love recipe cards! There’s nothing cuter than keeping a little box filled up with trusted family recipes. And, as much as we love to just do a quick Google search nowadays, when we need a quick recipe (or anything really!), it’s still so handy to have a quick and valuable selection of recipes […]
Metal, Wood, and Resin meet Mettle by FMW FabLab and the handcrafted design oriented gorgeous pieces of furniture. We’ve been collaborating with Ford and Hillary Waters, the creators of FMW Fab Lab for years. You’ve probably seen their creations at Pop Shop and not realized it. They’ve build mountains that sat behind our dj’s at […]
Introducing Claire Ashley: She loves to explore and question the meaning behind our chosen mediums. Her works are constantly evolving, but here is a peak at an ensemble that is fun, playful and full of life–and helium! Art, imitating life, imitating art… Sculptures, imitating paintings, imitating sculptures… Meet Claire Ashley… Please tell us a […]
I’ve got a bit of a secret to share with you. My secret to growing succulents, that is. It’s nothing too juicy, but I think I’ve stumbled upon a very easy and pretty way to make my succulents and cacti grow super fast. I haven’t been able to prove my theory, but there have been […]
This blog was originally created for the Pop Shop America Enews in 2013 by Houston Makerspace. These Paper Seed Bombs aren’t just for renegade gardening! They also make super cute wedding gifts or gifts for just about anytime. There are several different methods to making seed bombs, all of which have their own merits. Here’s […]
We just love these coloring pages for adults. They celebrate the fashion shows at Pop Shop Houston Festival! These are perfect for a girls night, when you are bored at night, or if you just love fashion. You can print these out on any printer on regular copy paper or something fancier too! The files […]
Nothing says fall like comfort food! My go to is mac & cheese. When it get’s cooler, like this fall weather, I daydream of cheesy warm starchy food. Mac & Cheese is so perfectly decadent and filling. The holidays is the best time to indulge and get away with this level of deliciousness! Here is […]
We all know about the importance of buying local but also supporting small independent businesses the web is so full of nowadays! I’ve always been a lover of Etsy because of this, so full of hand-crafted unique products, the one you can see the attention of details and quality of from miles away. There are […]
Looking for an easy and gorgeous no carve pumpkin diy? Then you’ve gotta make these DIY Marbled Pumpkins. They are so fun and simple. They are modern and original. They’re not just great for Halloween, but perfect for the entire fall season! You just need a few simple supplies: Pumpkins White Acrylic Paint + A […]
