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In an age where everything around us beeps and lights up, I have to make a conscious effort to provide my daughter with toys and experiences that are basic, not battery operated and don’t have a screen. There is so much research out there that explains the importance of limiting screen time and getting back to the basics with toys. So, I was so excited to receive a package from Hope Learning Toys for my daughter.
I want to give you a little background about Heather, the founder and creator of Hope Learning Toys because this is what makes her products so spot-on and so much more than just toys.
Heather was an elementary educator for ten years with a passion for literacy development. The decision to become a stay at home mother allowed her the time to create unique sensory learning products. The mission of Hope Learning Toys is to nurture children’s curiosity and cultivate a love of learning.
Ever let the stress of running a business get the best of you? As small business owners, we are constantly pulled in several directions. If things are not kept in perspective, it can become overwhelming very quickly.
As you may or may not know, Handmade Loves is going through a huge growth spurt and we are going to be offering a variety of new (and free) resources for makers. In preparing for the changes, I was becoming more and more stressed. Then it dawned on me. I have been setting false deadlines. Of course, I want to keep things moving, but I had to step back and realize: I’m just one person. No one is expecting me to get things done today. I was putting pressure on myself.
Always in search of ways to remain calm, happy, and healthy, I found these strategies helpful:
Kellee from KelleeCreative, an Etsy seller of handwoven goods, interviewed the owner of one of her favorite L.A. yarn shops, Gather DTLA. Handmade Loves is all about support local and shopping small, so we are thrilled to have a guest blogger share that passion and interview her favorite local businesses. Thanks, Kellee!
Enjoy!
There is something so special about knowing what inspires each and every vendor we get the pleasure of working with, and Brandee from RedzJewelry is no exception.
Read more to find out where she gets the inspiration for her craft.
Linda Facci, maker behind Facci Designs, tell us all about her inspiration, story, and fondest handmade memories. We all love felt, and Linda creates all the felt designs we could dream up.
Read more and get to know your vendors!
Handmade Wedding!
Our friend Dani from the Handmade Seller and her fiance have decided to let handmade Etsy sellers help plan their wedding as a way to get more exposure to handmade products!
They will be picking as many handmade items as possible for their wedding, but the goal is to spread this news as far as possible so that other brides and shoppers also see it and view your amazing handmade products.
(This is for everyone, not just those who sell wedding items)
It’s all taking place through Pinterest, so it’s super easy! Read More
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