Templar Beard Co. are the creators of cool men’s grooming products and men’s shaving products handcrafted in Houston, TX. I first met them at this year’s Mister Man and was immediately drawn to their awesome beard oils, balms, and their cool vintage style. It’s very Texas and their beards and personalities are just as big […]
I will never tire of flower crowns. They are perfect for summer and full of boho fun. They are wedding perfect for brides, bridesmaids and flower girls too. Lately, I’ve seen more different and unusual flower crowns like barrettes, crowns with succulents, and crowns with baby’s breath. There are so many super cute ideas. Here’s […]
This blog may contain affiliate links. I know that you know I spend way too much time and money on Etsy. However, my obsessive browsing really pays off when I come across artists like this one. Miss Rasa Vilcinskaite‘s bead-work is mind-blowing and vibrant and unique, and ah – I am just gushing over here! Welcome these wonderful creations […]
This month I’ve decided to join My So-Called Chaos and a bunch of other fabulous bloggers and creatives for a big Get Fit Giveaway! We’re giving away a prize pack full of fitness goodies in the winner’s choice of color! July Get Fit Giveaway Sponsors’ Answers Since the giveaway this month is fitness related, Angie […]
I’ve always been pear shaped. Fortunately for me, I’ve come to love my curves and have figured out how to dress them well. Unfortunately for me, pear shaped women often tend to suffer the most from cellulite. For as long as I can remember I’ve had cellulite on the back of my legs. It doesn’t […]
Here’s a DIY can become a gorgeous creation for your home! This Free Printable Mandala Adult Coloring Poster is oversized and so fun. You can print it in any size. There are two to choose from. Use the buttons below each image to download the full size. Or if you would just like a small […]
Welcome Jamie Chatterton and Francisco Castro of 1 Plus 2 Equals LOVE to the Pop Shop America Blog. These makers are regular vendors at our events and we just LOVE them! They sell unique, handcrafted journals and pencils alongside handmade goodies like bowls and spinning tops. They’ve had a long, interesting journey to get to where they […]
This Recipe was made possible by iConnect Influencer Management and Litehouse Foods. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine. Ah summer! There are two meals that truly say summer – one is the grill and the other is salad. In this recipe, I wanted to combine the two in a really unique way to […]
Pokemon Handmade! If you guys are like me, you can’t get enough Pokemon Go. The game created by Niantic is already bigger than Tinder, has added $9 billion to Nintendo’s Market Cap, and is competing with Twitter with Daily Active Users. It’s a phenomenon. 1. Gastly, Haunter, and Gengar Crochet Amigurumi by Airashii Gurumi $65.00 […]
There’s only a couple of ways to escape this crazy heat! And one of my favorites is heading to the beach. Beachware has gotten so fabulous this year. Have you seen all the adorable shaped pool floats? They are so fun. This year it’s time to be a beach babe. Here’s our picks of towels, […]
Presenting: Artist Dan Lam, a fellow Texan after my own heart with her ooey-gooey, magical sculptures. Lucky for us, Lam is in a 3 person exhibit at Anya Tish Gallery in Houston, TX on July 15th. Be there. She is also preparing a solo show that opens August 6 at Fort Works Art in Fort Worth, TX. Be mesmerized by these unusually […]
Desmond Dekker, The King of Ska shown below. July is here and it’s so hot! If you are anywhere near me (Houston TX) the heat is sweltering this year. I need the beach. I need the pool. And I need some good music to cool me down. Nothing says summertime like Ska, Reggae and Dancehall […]
Summertime means salad season. It’s the perfect time for fresh veggies, delicious fruits on warm nights, and enjoying outdoor meals with family and friends. This Easy Firework Veggie Kabobs recipe makes a fun appetizer, it’s perfect for a potluck, and kids will love it. I could imagine taking this to a picnic and it is […]
Miss Lauren was at our summertime Pop Shop event. Were you? We hope so! It was so much fun, and you wouldn’t wanna get too many FOMOs(feelings of missing out)! Anywho, enough about that. Meet this fantastic, friendly and talented artist who dolls up some of our favorite characters with her charming illustrative style. She has written […]
I wrote this post to protect influencers and bloggers from not being fairly compensated for their work. And to protect influencers from the dishonesty and difficulty with using this network. Ordinarily we keep a positive tone here at Pop Shop America. It was unacceptable what happened to me and it would be unfair if I […]
DOWNLOAD THE SHRIMP HAT PRINTABLE HERE You can never be too silly! This DIY Printable Shrimp Hat for Kids is proof of that. We created this hat for the Houston Shrimp Festival, a free event that took place a few summers ago. It was a fun blend of family friendly outdoor fun. This hat is […]
This Dewberry Recipe Round Up is full of the best dewberry recipes from foodies, chefs, and bloggers from all over the web. Nothing says summer like fresh berry recipes! Berries are such a seasonal fruit and just aren’t the same in the winter. And this year, we’ve gone dewberry crazy. These are our favorite dewberry recipes from […]
The voting is done! The tallies are in and we have the winners of the 2016 Maker Awards. We’re so excited about this list and think that you will be too. These are the artists, handmade creatives that we’re voted by their peers as the Best Makers across the land. The nominations happened through the […]
