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    Sharing the best in handmade items from across Canada. A great place for makers and shoppers alike. Lots of fun to add, including DIYs, free printables and more.

    The first long weekend of the warmer weather is finally here. And we've got all the summer vibes. Locked down or not... a long weekend is welcomed with opened arms. That extra day off, to just do whatever, is the best. And, we've rounded up some long weekend must haves from the marketplace, and Instagram, that we think you're going to love. So, while you're relaxing and soaking up some sun (hopefully) this weekend, pop on over and do a little shopping too. Here's just a few of the items we think you'll love for the long weekend and all summer through:


    Spring + Summer Scrunchies

    Little Dove Cornwall - Spring + Summer Scrunchie Collection
    Little Dove Cornwall
    Photo: Tender Moments Photography


     

    Handmade Sunscreen / Sunblock

    Little Green Toad, Handmade Sunscreen / Sunblock
    Little Green Toad

     

    Ice Cream Earrings

    Turmeric & Coast by P

     

    Wool Felt Chocolate Ice Cream Bars

    Wool Food EMH - Wool Felt Chocolate Ice Cream Bars
    Wool Food EMH

     

    Sunsets with You Pillow

    Sunset with You Pillow from The Crafty Cabin
    The Crafty Cabin


    Washable Canvas Tote Bag

    AFRAS Handmade


    Custom Polygel Nails

    Grxceful Nails Polygel Nails
    Grxceful Nails

     

    Handmade "Biker Jacket"

    Endless Chain Embroidery "Biker Jacket"
    Endless Chain Embroidery

     

    Strawberry Ring

    Pretty Ears Strawberry Ring
    Pretty Ears

     

    Yellow Carryall Tote

    Kari Martin Yellow Carryall Tote
    Intricate Stitches by Kari Martin

     

    Reusable Water Balloons

    So Little Designs Reusable Water Balloons
    So Little Designs

     

    Daisy Jumper

    Hello Jane Daisy Jumper
    Hello Jane

     

    What a fun line up - every things makes us think of summer. From hanging by the beach or pool, to shopping at the local markets or just having some summer fun. Little accessories that make everything feel sunny and bright as well. Be sure to pop over to Handmade Canada or our Instagram (@HandmadeCanada) to shop even more fun summer and long weekend handmade items. 

     
    HC ♡

    Thursday, May 20, 2021 No comments

    Well, well, well. Summer has been way too good to us in Eastern Ontario, with all of this sunshine and next to no rain. We've been enjoying it as much as possible, while social distancing, but also missing a little bit of the fun local shops that we would normally take off for the day and venture to. So, in an effort to get some support out to the makers across Canada, we took to Instagram, once again, and asked you to tag us in all of your summer items. Well, let us tell you, they most certainly didn't disappoint and we have so many fun makers to share with you. 

     

     

    Looking to do some fun summer shopping before it's all over... and of course, to support a local handmade Canadian business? We've got you covered with over 20 makers to choose from - let's get started: 

     

    Floral Bird Top from Little Blessings

    Floral Bird Tee from Little Blessings
    Little Blessing


    Summer Matching Masks + Scrunchies from Silver Button

    Mask + Scrunchies from Silver Button
    Silver Button


    Leather Wallet Sash from Hyde Ends Leather

    Leather Wallet Sash from Hyde Ends Leather
    Hyde Ends Leather


    Summer Tee + Shorts from Bear & Roo

    Summer Short Set from Bear & Roo
    Bear & Roo


    Oversized Tee Dress from AnnaLilly Kids

    Oversized Tee Dress from AnnaLilly Kids
    AnnaLilly Kids


    Grunge Rainbow Sweater from Second of November

    Second of November Rainbow Grunge Sweater
    Second of November


    Postponed Wedding Tumbler from &Sons

    Postponed Wedding Tumbler from Sons Design Co.
    &Sons


    Summer Floral Scrunchie from E M M E

    Floral Scrunchie from Emme Design Co.
    E M M E


    Alternative Punk Vibe Clothes from Kingdom Clothing

    Metallic Skater Drop from Kingdom Clothing
    Kingdom Clothing


    High Waisted Skirt from Victoria Grace Vintage

    Victoria Grace Vintage High Waisted Skirt
    Victoria Grace Vintage


    Rose Quartz + White Lava Stone Bracelet
    from JMN Handmade

    Fun Summer Bracelet from JMN Handmade
    JMN Handmade

    Fun Coin Purses from Sew Much Love

    Sew Much Love Coin Purses
    Sew Much Love
     

    Custom Summer Labels from Simple Sister Craft Co.

    Custom labels from Simple Sister Craft Co.
    Simple Sister Craft Co.


    Summer Hair Bows from Three Little Joules

    Hair bows from Three Little Joules
    Three Little Joules


    Fun Face Masks from LauLauBird

    Face Masks from LauLauBird
    LauLauBird


    Ice Cream Set from Create & Play Co.

    Ice Cream Toy Set from Create & Play Co.
    Create & Play Co.


    Wood Toy Popsicle Set from Ark Wood Toys

    Toy Popsicles from Ark Wood Toys
    Ark Wood Toys


    Flamingo Hair Bow from Pink Peony by Kirsten's

    Girls Hair Bow from Pink Peony by Kirsten
    Pink Peony by Kirsten
     

    Watermelon Coaster Set from Orchid Valley

    watermelon coasters from orchid valley
    Orchid Valley


    Little Girls Tunic from Finn and Ark

    Girl's Tunic Dress from Finn and Ark
    Finn and Ark


    Ladies Floral Tee from Fawn + Feather

    Ladies floral tee from Fawn + Feather
    Fawn + Feather

    Watermelon Key Chains from Bellissima Resin Art

    Watermelon Resin Key Chain from Bellissima Resin Art
    Bellissima Resin Art


    Lemon Earrings from Prairie Clay

    Lemon Earrings from Prairie Clay
    Prairie Clay


    Wool Vegetable Play Set from Wool Food

    Wool Garden Food Play Set from Wool Food EMH
    Wool Food EMH


    So many fun Canadian handmade items. And the best part... they all transition so well from spring to fall. Each handmade business has so much talent - be sure to check out a few and support those small companies from a distance, as we still navigate through the many restrictions of isolating. And as always, you can support so many small shops by popping by our Instagram - Handmade Canada.


    HC ♡

    Sunday, August 09, 2020 No comments
    It's feeling like mid July around here and we thought it would be fun to put together a little printable just for summer. We may just have to do a few of these over the next couple of months, as summer time prints are way too fun. We love how bright and cheery they can make your space feel, and this hello sunshine lemon print is no exception. We put this together quickly with lemonade and sunshine in mind.


    Free printable hello sunshine lemons print


    If you're new around here, we've been trying to offer one free print a month. It's a fun little item that we think will be fun for you to add to your home, office, workspace, wherever you find suitable. If you have any ideas for us to put together, just let us know. We'd love to hear and see what we can do.




    How cute are these lemons in the kitchen. So much fun... we love how quick prints can change up a space and for very little money. You can literally print at home, or send to your local printer or Staples and get it printed in larger formats or on heavier stock paper. Either way, slap a quick frame on it and hang or lean it on a wall in your favourite space.

    Alright time to get some sunny lemons of your own, click here to download.

    hello sunshine, click here to download
    Hello Sunshine Lemons Printable - Download


    Like always - if you use it, let us know. We really love seeing that you enjoy these free prints and put them to good use. Plus we love decor as much as we love handmade items. You can tag us in your images on social media or leave a comment below telling us all about your new prints home. Oh, and be sure to share the fun with your friends, they'll love you for it. Now off to enjoy some of that sunshine, record breaking temperatures and an ice cold glass of lemonade.


    HC ♡
    Thursday, May 28, 2020 No comments
    We had a beautiful weekend and it got us thinking about Summer being just around the corner. We can't wait - despite a different pace and scenery, it's just nice to finally have some warm weather and to be able to get outside and enjoy it. We thought it would be fun to gather a few DIYs for Summer that are fun for around the home and enjoying the weather that is quickly coming for us. So we took to Pinterest and have gathered seven do it yourself ideas that we think would be fun to try and make hanging out around the home, even more fun this summer.



    Summer Watermelon Mason Jar Drinking Glass + Party Ideas | Kara's Party Ideas

    Ahh... so cute. These watermelon mason jar drinking glass are the cutest and fun for the whole summer. Kara's Party Ideas nailed it, along with a whole fun summer watermelon themed party, with the cutest decorations. Even though large parties may be cancelled, this is too cute not to share and try, just for something fun to do at home on the weekend with family.

    Watermelon Mason Jar Drinking Glass
    Summer Watermelon Mason Jar Drinking Glass from Kara's Party Ideas


    Garden Hose Wreath | Redhead Can Decorate

    How fun is this? With a garden hose and a few simple items from the dollar store, this fun project will make your front door super adorable without breaking the bank. We just love how simple yet summery it is, plus pretty easy to put together. The yellow and green accents are fun, but this would definitely work with something different... which colours would you choose?

    DIY Garden Hose Wreath
    Garden Hose Wreath from Redhead Can Decorate


    DIY Macrame Hanging Planter | Brit + Co

    Isolation has us spending extra love and attention on the house plants, that dressing them up with a cute macrame hanging planter sounds like the perfect idea. How cute are these? We just love the colours and the simple tutorial. An easy addition to any room or outdoor space that would be summer fun for the summer.
    Hanging Macrame Planters
    Macrame Hanging Planter from Brit + Co


    Painted Watercolor Pillow | TIDBITS

    These pillows are all the fun that summer should be. Just look at the different pops of colours and how fun and cheery they look. We can see these hanging out on a cute white accent chair, on an outdoor macrame hammock or even a fun kids space. A cute idea to create a quick summer look. 
    Painted Watercolor Pillow
    Painted Watercolor Pillow from TIDBITS


    DIY Watermelon Serving Tray | Oh So Beautiful Paper

    Watermelons always remind us of summer, and this cute tray is no exception. How fun would this be indoor or out? So easy to make and absolutely the perfect piece of decor for many spaces around the home. If you give this one a try, we'd love to see it. So much fun and would go great with the watermelon drinking jars we mentioned earlier.
    DIY Watermelon Serving Tray
    Watermelon Serving Tray from Oh So Beautiful Paper


    DIY Summer Popsicle Sign | Everyday Jenny

    This is too fun. Popsicles are a favourite summertime treat around here and we love how cute they look in this summer home decor. We think changing out art and signs is a quick way to change the look of a room and decorate for the holidays. This sign is sure to get anyone ready for summer and all of the fun that it brings.
    Summer Popsicle Sign
    DIY Summer Popsicle Sign from Everyday Jenny


    DIY Summer Banner Tutorial | Today's Creative Life

    Because we love signs that much, we had to share another. Just pick out the your favourite summer printed paper and have your own personalized look in no time. We love how simple yet cute this summer sign is and think its another that would be perfect almost anywhere around the home. Too cute not to share.
    Hello Summer Banner Handmade Sign
    DIY Summer Banner Tutorial from Today's Creative Life


    Summer Painted Planters | The Crafted Sparrow

    And lastly, but still just as fun as the rest, are these painted planters. Plants add fun to any room and adding these planters makes it even more fun. So summery and easy to make, we bet you won't be able to make just one. A quick and affordable project that can be enjoyed by everyone.
    Summer Painted Planters
    Summer Painted Planters from The Crafted Sparrow


    We can't wait for summer, to try some of these super fun DIYs, and to create a fun space to hang out in, even if we can't have our friends over for a little bit longer. We hope you try a couple yourself and let us know how they turned out. We'd also love to know what your plans are for this summer - what fun ideas do you have for making the most of it in lockdown? Let us know in the comments below - we'd love to hear from you!


    HC ♡


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    Tuesday, May 26, 2020 No comments
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