Tips for Makers to Stay Focused and Energized this Holiday Season

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The holiday season is supposed to be a time of joy and family. For a lot of makers, the holiday seasons are full of stress, sleepless nights, and a lot of anxiety. I’ve been there, I’ve done that, and I hated every second of it. I didn’t get a lot of time with my family … Continue reading Tips for Makers to Stay Focused and Energized this Holiday Season

Why I Refer to My Items as “Handmade” and NOT “Homemade”

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When I first saw another maker use this hashtag, I felt a little weird about it. What did she mean by “#HandmadeNotHomemade”? The two terms are basically synonyms. Something that is handmade is usually also homemade. The more I thought about it, the more it made sense. I will always support handmade items when I … Continue reading Why I Refer to My Items as “Handmade” and NOT “Homemade”