Great shops and artisans who make handmade & recycled goods in the Western US.
I’m super-thrilled to find new artists to feature. Lilah Vintage, one of our newest sponsors, creates some pretty fantastic handmade jewelry. CMYK Editions just blows me away with their stitched art pieces. Lilah Vintage: Amanda … Read more
Yes, you can mix your handmade baubles and dazzling graphic prints. I mean, after all, your home should look as good as you do, right? Here are two great artists with wares worth adding to … Read more
I’ve been trying to find more handmade edibles on the LAB for a while now. Having a soft spot for the cacao bean, it is my pleasure to turn your Monday into a chocolate dream … Read more
I always try to find the best handmakers to feature on the LAB and nothing makes my goal easier than a great curated web shop. Otherwild takes that to the next level. For instance, check … Read more
I will be the first to admit that I am missing San Francisco. Yeah I know, it’s been storming like crazy up there, but it’s still one of my favorite places to be. That’s why … Read more
I think most people don’t think of leis as a permanent part of their handmade collection. After all, no matter how beautiful they are, the real ones eventually dry up. Leilei Aloha wants you to … Read more
Our friend Starlet Susilo, of Meridian 110 fame, just opened a new Etsy shop to introduce her next line of handmade bags. Called A.M. Batik, these gorgeous bags feature lovely batik patterns and vegan leather … Read more
Have you had the pleasure of visiting Yorkshire Road? Once you venture into the colorful handmade world that Carol Gilbert has created, you’ll never forget it. Carol hand-dyes the fabrics, conceives every pattern, construct each piece and … Read more
Peaceful and sublime are the two words that come to mind every time I see Rachel Austin’s work. Her combination of colors and her use of maps is amazing. It seems to gives these pieces … Read more
Here’s another wonderful example of a great Handmade Trifecta. Kate Miss has not only created a wonderful collection of handmade treasures, she also manages one amazing blog and is a master of social media. Let’s … Read more
Aren’t these lovely? Scarlet, the creative mind behind Meridian 110, just launched a lower priced collection of handmade bags called A.M. Scarlet’s collection focuses on printed batik and feature a stylish, unexpected and sophisticated mix … Read more
Looking to add a little spice to your handmade jewelry collection? Why not add these 7 pieces from Paulla Tewksbury. Earthy and peaceful, Paulla’s collection would make a worthy addition to yours. The first item … Read more
