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Maker: Dianna LaFerry
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Maker: Dianna LaFerry

ByAngie Andre March 21, 2016April 8, 2016

I love Dianna’s embroidery. It’s something that absolutely catches my eye when I see it.  And she’s got skills that I would love to have! Meet Dianna and check out her products! ~Angie~ Please introduce yourself. I’m Dianna LaFerry, an…

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Maker: Adjowah of The Weekend Store
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Maker: Adjowah of The Weekend Store

ByAngie Andre November 23, 2015November 29, 2015

Last year at Patchwork Oakland I picked up a necklace for my mom from The Weekend Store. I was impressed with the range of cities she had highlighted with her necklaces, and was so pleased to even find one with…

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Maker: Kristin of 622 press
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Maker: Kristin of 622 press

ByAngie Andre October 19, 2015October 19, 2015

When I was a kid, walking out to the mailbox to see if there was any mail for me was probably one of the highlights of my day. To this day, 20+ years later, I still get excited to see…

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Maker: Christine from Chocolate and Steel
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Maker: Christine from Chocolate and Steel

ByAngie Andre December 8, 2014

It’s full on Christmas mode around my home. There’s music playing, and candles in my fireplace, a tree decorated with every ornament that I’ve ever gotten in my entire life…including all the ones my kids have made. My home is…

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Maker: Bobby of Old Redwood Brewing Company
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Maker: Bobby of Old Redwood Brewing Company

ByAngie Andre November 10, 2014November 9, 2014

I grew up drinking beer. There is an infamous picture of me as a toddler in a high chair sucking the last few drops of taste from an empty beer can. As a child, when my dad poured his beer…

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Maker: Nedda from Enchanted Leaves Jewelry
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Maker: Nedda from Enchanted Leaves Jewelry

ByAngie Andre October 27, 2014October 27, 2014

My kids love to make things. And they love to give me some of the things they make. I am constantly blessed with gifts from the backyard, gifts from the walk, gifts from crafts from school, and gifts from church….

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Maker: Lynn Klopfer from Brown Bag Books
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Maker: Lynn Klopfer from Brown Bag Books

ByAngie Andre October 20, 2014October 18, 2014

We moved to the apple orchard when I was 6. My parents traded the neighborhood, and the paved streets for rolling hills, dust, and a long dirt driveway. The house we moved into was big, but older. With the older…

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Maker: Eilen from ERS Creative
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Maker: Eilen from ERS Creative

ByAngie Andre October 13, 2014October 14, 2014

One of my favorite things, that occurs on a daily basis in my home, is being privy to overhearing my kids conversations. My kids are so full of imagination, and it comes out in their conversations as they play. “Pretend…

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Maker: Shana from Cookoorikoo
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Maker: Shana from Cookoorikoo

ByAngie Andre September 29, 2014January 3, 2015

I love embroidered things.  My favorite blanket as a child was an embroidered clown blanket done in all the oranges, yellows, browns, and greens that were popular in the late seventies.  I used to run my finger over the stitching…

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Maker: Lisa of Sweetcream
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Maker: Lisa of Sweetcream

ByAngie Andre September 22, 2014September 22, 2014

One of the first packets of papers we were handed after our first daughter was born contained the number for the local fire department, police department and poison control. Being a “relaxed” type mom, I set all those numbers aside…

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Did you catch this eye-opening fact? 💰 If eve Did you catch this eye-opening fact? 

💰 If every US family dropped just $10 a month at local businesses, we’d be looking at a whopping $9.3 billion boost for our economy! 🌐💼 

Let’s turn those dollars into change for creatives and small businesses at our @thepatchworkshow market this season 12.10 in 🛳 San Pedro at @craftedportla. 

You can shop handmade and local goods from 100+ makers as well as get crafty with our free craft activities at CRAFTED at the Port of Los Angeles AKA the coolest permanent weekend market featuring the work of LA’s best artisans and craftspeople. You can also grab craft brews🍻 and food 🍔+ catch live music 🎶 next door at @brouwerijwest.

As always, Patchwork Show is FREE to attend, family-friendly, and pet friendly! 🐕❤️🐩

PLUS get a FREE limited edition tote bag featuring original art by Nicole! 

Thanks to our friends at @MakerPlacebyMichaels the first 100 guests at our @thepatchworkshow in San Pedro who stop by our info booth will get one of these awesome totes. #MakerPlacebyMichaels #AD

🧵🎨What’s MakerPlace? 
If you’re a lover of creativity, it’s where you can discover artisan treasures, live online classes, and how-to’s all in one place. 

If you’re a creator, it’s where you can Sell your handmade items or seats to live online classes and share how-to’s with commission-earning supply lists. 

#holidayshopping #shopsmall #shopsmallbusiness #sanpedro #southbay #craftshow #giftidea
Ever wondered what a Craftcation feels like? 📷 Ever wondered what a Craftcation feels like? 📷 Picture this: Five life-changing days packed with 200+ craft classes, business workshops, social parties & gatherings, and wellness activities (🧘‍♀️yoga and meditation on the beach anyone?) all at the sunny California beach! ☀️✨ 

If this sounds like your kind of party, discounted early bird registration is now OPEN! 🎉

📣 PSST: We’re not bluffing; we sell out every year. Don’t hit snooze on this!

In search of your people? Look no further! Finding folks who embrace the quirks, cherish creative chaos, and are fueled by the desire to share their craft with the world can be a challenge. But fear not, we’ve made it a breeze. These are the kindred spirits who flock to our Craftcation Conference each year.

Craftcation isn’t just about honing your creative skills; it’s about discovering a community that gets you, celebrates your uniqueness, and pushes you to showcase your creations to the world. 🌈✨

Ready to dive into a sea of inspiration, laughter, and salty air? We can’t wait to welcome you to our community! 🌊🎨

#communityovercompetition #craftcation #venturabeach #smallbizowner #smallcraftbusiness #craftshowprep #arttherapy
NEW Tustin show date! Applications are open! The NEW Tustin show date! Applications are open!

The moment we have all been waiting for is here!

The reschedule of our Tustin show has been finalized and we will be back in Orange County, December 16th from 11am - 5pm.

Want to know what’s even better?

We will have more spots for vendors! So join us in @oldtowntustin surrounded by historic buildings and great local shops and restaurants. 

If you haven’t applied yet, join the vendor waitlist!

If you were a vendor for Tustin be sure to check your email for what to do next, if you already submitted an application or waiting list application, DON’T fill out a new application, just email spaulding@dearhandmadelife.com and let her know what size booth you want. Have questions? Send us a DM and we will help you out!

#tustin #orangecounty #holidaygifts #holidayshopping #shopsmall #craftshow
Join us TODAY in Sebastopol & shop local from 11am Join us TODAY in Sebastopol & shop local from 11am-5pm! We’ll have 50+ local makers, 🧵🎨 free craft activities, a fine arts show curated by the Sebastopol Centre for the Arts at the same time indoors and more! ☀️🛍️🍂
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As always, @thepatchworkshow is free, family + pet friendly. We can’t wait to hang out and support local biz!

The Fall 2023 @thepatchworkshow schedule:
🏖 Long Beach @marinestadium 10.29
☀️ Ventura @downtownventura 11.5
🌉 Oakland @jacklondonsq 11.18
🌳 Redwood City @cityofredwoodcity 11.26
🎨 Sebastopol @sebastopolarts 12.2
🛳 San Pedro @craftedportla 12.10
🌆 Tustin @oldtowntustin 12.16

P.S. Applications are closed BUT you can still apply for our waiting list. DM me waiting list and I’ll send you a link to the waiting list application.

#craftshow #sebastopol #sonomacounty #holidayshopping
More people than not in our community of creatives More people than not in our community of creatives struggle with anxiety, depression or another mental health disorder. I know this because during our monthly mentorship sessions in The Club (our community for creative small business owners to get guidance and mindset support) someone mentions what they’re going through. It makes me (and the other creatives in the group) feel less alone, seen and welcome. 

Yeah, in our meetings we do proactive work on our businesses… we set goals, hold each other accountable, share resources, I do one-on-one mentorship, etc. but the moments where we get vulnerable with each other - when one person says they’re struggling with impostor syndrome and it’s amping up their anxiety or their motivation is down because of depression or their inner critic won’t shut up and it’s triggering something... Those are the moments that bond us and help with the mindset shifts we need to define and move towards whatever our individual idea of success is. 

My creativity has helped me get through some dark times. When my anxiety is out of control, I know I can turn to journaling to get some relief. It’s not like it makes it all go away but it helps. It’s part of my toolbox of coping skills. The other thing that’s a huge part of how I’m able to run my business with at times crippling anxiety and OCD is community.

It’s knowing I’m not alone. It’s having people to support and be supported by. It’s being in a community where you are seen just as you are and welcome others in that way. 

If you’re looking for your people... Craftcation is where I (and many others) found a community that made me feel understood. 🎨💖 Join us next April for five beach days in California where you’ll: 

🤗  Feel embraced by hundreds of strangers.
👩🏿‍🎨 Connect with art makers & supporters, authenticity seekers, and growth mindset badasses.
🎨 Choose from 200+ craft & business workshops, wellness activities, and social gatherings.

👋 I can’t wait to welcome you into our band of creative weirdos!

🎟️ Discounted early bird registration closes soon!
Wondering if Craftcation is right for you? 📩 DM me!
Hey holiday shoppers, Here is what you have been s Hey holiday shoppers, Here is what you have been searching for...

Say good by to the mall and mainstream retailers and hello to a vibrant day in San Pedro, where local magic awaits!

Discover the joy of community over competition at our @thePatchworkShow with over 100 vendors at @Craftedportla. Support these artisans, find unique gifts and feel good about shopping local.

Plus... delicious food trucks and local brews from @brouwerijwest will keep you fueled up when you get creative with free craft activities in select booths.

See you on 12/10, 11am - 5pm at Crafted at the Port of LA in San Pedro!

AND HERE'S THE BEST PART!
Admission is free for everyone! So gather your loved ones, including the furry friends, for a day of fun, creativity and community.

For more event details follow @thepatchworkshow and sign up for our emails.

🏖 Long Beach @marinestadium 10.29
☀️ Ventura @downtownventura 11.5
🌉 Oakland @jacklondonsq 11.18
🌳 Redwood City @cityofredwoodcity 11.26
🎨 Sebastopol @sebastopolarts 12.2
🛳 San Pedro @craftedportla 12.10
🌆 Tustin @oldtowntustin 12.16

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