I bet it’s no surprise that there are lots of cool DIY, handmade, and vintage boutiques in Philadelphia, PA! Philadelphia is quite the industrious city with a history of perseverance. For people in the city, everything is better that’s from Philly. Handmade is all over and there are some particularly cool shopping areas, like South […]
The days in between Christmas and New Years have always been my favorite. It’s a week when nothing happens and you can get ahead. People feel stuffed full of food and well gifted – at least hopefully and start to think about the future. New Years Resolutions have always been my speed. I love making […]
I came across Miss Degnan on a late night tumblr search for all-things “Moonrise Kingdom”. I eventually made it all the way to her Etsy (US) page and website portfolio. Her small-scale drawings of peoples and puppies and mermaids are sweet, abstract and covered in teeny, weeny details. Let’s find out a little more about her personal plans and creative […]
If you’ve been on Pinterest this year, you’ve probably seen the starlight mint diy’s. It’s pretty hot right now. I’ve seen it in many version with green or red starlight mints, plates, bowls, holiday ornaments, and other decorations. To create a Starlight Mint Platter: -Cover a springform pan or cookie sheet with parchment paper. -Set the […]
I was recently able to snag some of Jaz Henry’s free-time. She is a Houston-based artist that uses digital collaging and a unique developing process to reveal deeply conceptual images that have many different qualities, from dreamy to psychedelic to controversial. The artwork is beautiful and transcendental and very, very thought-provoking. Though each piece is open to vast interpretation, […]
As a young girl, I collected all kinds of dolls. My friends and family will have you know that I still do, but the collections have matured, along with the dolls, and along with myself… I think. I don’t know how I came across Pidgin, but I have been in awe ever since. She is a […]
The Midwest Craft Con is on! We can’t wait until February because the Midwest Craft Con is happening in Columbus, Ohio. We got to chat with Grace Dobush, the creator of Crafty Supermarket, and one of the organizers of the Midwest Craft Con about the event. BB: When, Where, and What is the Midwest Craft Con? […]
This blog may contain affiliate links. We’re a week away from the biggest Pop Shop Houston Festival yet! Take a look at the participating artists and grab yourself some handmade goods for the holidays. Pop Shop Houston Festival A Shoppable Art & Music Festival On Black Friday Weekend, Skip the Lines. Skip the Malls. Have […]
As Urban Outfitters is the villain to all indie designers, Modcloth is the heroine. Modcloth works with over 700 independent and small designers around the globe and offer contest to allow customers to vote on new designs into production at Modcloth. Urban Outfitters on the other hand, notoriously steals from small designers – like this […]
We’re so excited to bring you the 2015 Edition of the Best Holiday Sales on Handmade Goods! Who says you need to go to big box stores to save a little dough? Now you can get the most awesome gifts imaginable that are handmade by thoughtful makers, unusual artists, and fun loving crafters. These sales […]
Mlee Marie isn’t your average badass. The brainchild, and sometimes solo artist, Hearts of Animals has been called some of the best avant garde musicians in Houston. She plays a ton of different instruments sax, guitar, keyboards, and more. She’s also an illustrator and avid crafter. This summer she created a new video with Ramon […]
It’s rare to run into or encounter a kindred spirit nowadays, but when I meet Pei of P.S. Paper Shoppe 2 years ago in Houston during one of the Pop Shop America Shows, I could say that I knew we would become pals. It wasn’t until Pei moved from Houston to Austin that our friendship truly […]
Meet Sarah Catface and her bodacious posse of supernatural, sci-fi chicks. Tell us a little about your artistic background. Where are you from? Where are you meow? I’ve been drawing as long as I can remember. It’s always come naturally to me, so I never stopped. I grew up in all sorts of places in […]
Fun times ahead this weekend! As we’re preparing for the big Pop Shop Houston Festival Black Friday Weekend, we found a few really amazing prize items that didn’t get claimed last year! So it’s like a freebie goodie giveaway that is full of wonderful handmade items. Enter here! a Rafflecopter giveaway More about the Prizes – […]
Halloween is right around the corner! Are you ready? Do you ever crave a Halloween costume that doesn’t feel like a costume? I know I do. Sometimes you just gotta wear something made of a nicer fabric that fits better than your average Halloween Costume. Sometimes we all need a costume that’s a little different, […]
This blog may contain affiliate links. I have been searching for the coolest handmade art I can find. I recently came across Maria Dubrovskaya, an artist and maker of wonderful drawings and paper dolls. Her designs are illustrated and detailed so delicately; they are more like fine art trinkets posing as novelty toys. Please […]
I’m crazy for jumpsuits right now. I want a million. It’s strong and sexy. It’s mature but also out of the ordinary. Here’s my picks of some super rad rompers perfect for fall. Click the item to be transported to 18 different ones that are all available for purchase online. These are the type of […]
The holidays are the biggest time of year for any retail business. The statistics are crazy! Over 450 Billion Dollars will likely be spent on gifts this year according to the National Retail Federation. Online will account for over 100 billion of that total. For a handmade craft businesses those numbers may be more elusive. […]
