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Jake Kenyon is the founder of Kenyarn, which produces hand-dyed, small-batch wool fiber for knitting, crocheting, weaving, macramé and embroidery. He began selling his hand-dyed yarn in 2018 as a side hustle. As the pandemic lockdowns of 2020 inspired many of us to take up hobbies, including knitting and crocheting,
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Jamie Batiste is the founder of Rejected Hearts Club, a fashion brand born from a mission to take a negative experience and turn it into something positive. Rejected Hearts Club features handcrafted necklaces, bracelets, earrings, cufflinks and clothing. Her designs have been featured in Vogue, Essence, New York Fashion Week
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Back in 2019 Andrea Carneiro noticed tie-dye goods slowly creeping into stores. So she and a friend experimented with the dye method one Sunday as a way to unwind and have a little fun. What started as a creative outlet turned into a passion for Andrea. “I got hooked, and
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Maegan Monsees, the founder of Mae in Maine, transforms cotton rope into functional and beautiful home decor and accessories. She hand-coils and sews every piece on an industrial sewing machine and even hand-dyes cord to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Children and adults especially adore Mae in Maine’s gathering buckets for
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Peggy Li is the founder of Peggy Li, a woman-, Asian American- and Pacific Islander-owned jewelry brand. You may have spotted her designs on television, including “Arrow,” “Dead to Me,” “The Vampire Diaries,” “Private Practice,” “Witches of East End,” “Riverdale, “New Girl” and other hit shows. Peggy Li’s handmade
If you’re wondering what to get someone who loves baking, we suggest these handpicked gifts. Perhaps your gift will inspire them to share their goodies with you. Apron Every baker needs a good apron. The Hedley & Bennett brand is a fan favorite, enjoyed by professionals and hobbyists. We
We pulled together gift ideas for knitters and crocheters. As our editor hobby knits, we can tell you she’d love any of these suggestions. They range in price from stocking stuffers to over $100. So we ask you this: how generous are you feeling? Best Gifts for Knitters and
If you’re wondering what to get someone who loves to cook, we suggest these handpicked gifts. As you know, good home cooks are artisans in their own right, and the creative ideas below match that thought. “Menus” by Jacques Pepin (Signed Copy) Those who enjoy entertaining will appreciate this
Looking for a thoughtful gift for your crafty loved one? We did the research for you. These recommendations will nurture their creative soul. Plus, each one supports a small business. Private Virtual Calligraphy Lesson Gift a private, live and interactive lettering lesson to a friend or family member from Boston-based
If you have an artist on your holiday list, consider giving them something that supports their creative work. We asked artists to share gifts they’d appreciate receiving. These recommendations are handmade, sold by a small business or both. Check them out below. A Good Sketchbook Sketchbooks, especially handmade ones,
If you have a jewelry designer on your gift-buying list this year, why not get them something that can fuel their creativity? Handmade beads and findings can be unique and thoughtful gifts for jewelry makers, especially when they support small businesses. We’ve rounded up several of our favorites. Handmade
career change
After immigrating to the United States from Greece in 2019, Vicky Gkarmiri launched Next Door Goddess, a brand of limited-edition statement jewelry pieces inspired by her homeland. Though designing jewelry had been her passion for many years, Vicky’s decision to start Next Door Goddess wasn’t an easy one.