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Hi all! This month's theme, was, of course, "Be Thankful"! Our artisans came together with a few items, and we'd love you to vote for the item you feel best fits the theme and you like best!! You may vote for more than one item!
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Breast Cancer Folder Fridge Magnet from Brenda at CuteLookNFood2Boot
"Thankful that my sister, friends and other family members have survived breast cancer. And looking forward to the day we are thankful there is a cure!"
Hand Painted Glasses from Morgan
who is thankful for all educators!!
Hand picked and Canned yummies from Emily of GreenBoot
who's thankful for a friend who shares their bounty!
Hand Dyed Scarf from Wendy of SplendiferousFiber
Thankful for trees and nature, her artistic inspiration..
It's time to vote!! We took part of the summer off from our Craft a Long challenges, but we're back!!
This month's theme is Southern Living. Please vote in the poll on the side bar with the item you feel best symbolizes Southern Living. Voting ends August 25th! Thanks!!
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Classy crystal rhinestone Fleur de Lis earrings; so pretty and can be worn with a dressy outfit, or everyday jeans! Show your Southern Living and Louisiana Pride with these sparkly Fleur de Lis!
Carry some Cajun flair with you when you wear this 100% silk hand painted scarf. Shades of watery blues and greens set off the metallic scarlet crawdads, hand overprinted with original design crawfish stamps. 10.5 x 59 inches, hand washable in mild soap; please do not soak; air dry.
Fleur de Lis Keychain from Etco
Beautiful verdigris patina brass Fleur De Lis keychain
Southern Living means being an LSU tiger fan!! This 4-1/2" x 6" folder has gusseted sides and a magnetic backing. It looks very cool on the fridge or file cabinet, and is the perfect size to hold recipes, coupons, photos . . . better yet, LSU football season tickets!!
Whoops, we haven't posted in awhile!! Spring has sprung, is over and it's hot and sweaty here!
Our thoughts and prayers are with our Louisiana residents affected by the flooding from the rising Mississippi River. Our members are considering donating a % of our charity funds from our Etsy shop to help those affected by the floods. We'll let you know what we decide.
13 x 70, 100% silk scarf is handpainted, sunprinted, and hand overprinted with pearlized blue and turquoise leaves, and speckled with metallic gold. Large size perfect for neck, waist or as a light wrap. One of a Kind.
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Pretty Czech Glass Rose Bell Flowers hang from an antiqued brass flower connectors. They dangle from an antiqued brass leverback ear wires.
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Raggy Flower Applique Ruffle T Shirt Set from Embellished Bayou
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From CuteLootnFood2Boot
My take on "flour and greenery" with a recipe for Seafood Fettuccini and folder made of recycled card stock. A little all-purpose flour, green onions, green parsley. Well you get the idea!
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Blue Ceramic Wall Vase from Hurricane Pottery
Handbuilt, ceramic vase in royal blue with copper wire wrapped to form a hanger and, in front, a bow
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Spring Dresses with Yo Yo Flowers from Vivy's Closet
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Floral Pincushion with Fabric Covered Button from Destash City
Keep your pins and needles in one place and in style with this cute pincushion!
Hi all! This month's theme is "Happy Spring". What is a Craft a Long? Each month our members are challenged to submit items they've made (or vintage items they find) that fit the current month's theme. Then our readers vote on their faves!
Happy Spring all from Handmade Louisiana!! You may vote for more than one item and voting ends in one week!
Cute hot pink ballet terms and ballerinas print with coordinating white ball fringe and and sassy pink and lime green print trim. A unique gift for a little (or big) dancer!
Spring Pink Check Dress w/YoYo Flowers from Vivy's Closet
Happy Spring Ponytails from Mama's Little Monkeys
Fun flower ponytails for your little or big girl!
Spring Green Jewelry Dish - Pottery from Hurricane Pottery
The color of Granny Smith apples glazes this small stoneware dish, while a tiny white Bunny leaves a pink egg. Is he the Easter Bunny? Shhhh, We can't tell. This little dish is an adorable place to put your rings or ear rings; use it next to the sink or by your bed. Hand Thrown stoneware dish; hand built bunny rabbit, too.
Plaid Altered Clothespins or Magnets from MicroMops
Spring means picnics, which these plaid clothespins remind me of! Use these clothespins to keep your bags closed, or to hang your laundry in the fresh spring air!
July's Theme is American Pride. Which item(s) do you feel best captures that theme?
You may vote for more than one item but can only vote once per IP Address.
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Entry One:
USA Pride Earrings by ChloeBoutique
Show your support for the Red, White and Blue with these patriotic earrings! Earrings were created using polymer clay beads in shimmery red, white and blue. Each bead is complimented with sterling silver twisted spacers and coordinating Swarovski crystals in light siam, crystal and satin sapphire.
Entry Two:
American Flag Badge Reel ID Holder by Badge Reels
Entry Three:
American Earrings by Etco
Two “one cent” coins from United States of America are combined with Swarovski Crystals and Solid Copper
Entry Four:
July Fourth Fabric Wreath by Mama's Little Monkeys
Fabulous fabric wreath in honor of July 4th!
Oyster Shell Wall Clock by Art on the Half Shell
Art On The Half Shell. Hand-crafted wall clock featuring a dozen oyster shells set like the hours around a red dinner plate accented with gold and royal blue sea glass set like the minutes. The 12 o'clock hour is embellished with a real 7mm pearl
Entry Seven:
Blue and White Hand Spun Cotton Hat by Knitzy
Cotton Yarn - blue, black and white - is knit in a wide rib pattern and can be "folded" into all kinds of interesting shapes. One of a kind, as always
So get to voting friends! :) Assuming the poll does not malfunction again, you can vote on the side bar! :)
~~Amy
Soooo apparently Google polls had too much for dinner and took the night off...since our polls won't work, we'll have to do this the old fashioned way! Please vote for this contest by commenting on the ORIGINAL BLOG POST FOUND HERE with your choice!
I apologize for this problem and promise this computer will not self destruct...
It's time to vote again! Our theme for the team for February was New Orleans/Mardi Gras/Love (any or all of that!) Please choose your favorite among these awesome contenders!
This king cake is created using polymer clay, drizzled with polymer clay icing, then sprinkled with real cinnamon and a crafty version of colored sugar. The pendant is securely attached to a 16-inch chain and closes with a copper hook & eye clasp
Hand-crafted Oyster Shell Wall Clock featuring a dozen Oyster Shells set like the hours around a pearly white dinner plate with accents of purple, green and gold sea glass. The 12 o'clock hour is embellished with a real 7mm pearl.
This deceiving dishrag looks like a plain beige and black striped cloth but, when viewed from an angle it is revealed that there is a hidden fleur de lis!
We lit candles, we prayed, we crossed our fingers, we made bets, we wore our lucky whatevers, we partied with friends and held on tight....all this for the love of our Saints!
That's all folks! Vote for your favorite on the left sidebar and share this with your friends! Remember, Handmade Louisiana supports all artisans in and from Louisiana and surrounding areas--buy local--buy handmade!
Then email membership[at]handmadelouisiana [dot]com and she'll help you get started! We welcome all handmade artisans, LOCAL small business owners, local musicians (even if they've since moved), and displaced residents.
Are you a Local Musician?
Please contact amy[at]handmadelouisiana [dot]com if you are a LOCAL musician who has information for us to share or you'd like a musician review done.
