The Difference is in the Detail

Hello again. Anne-Marie  of Handmade by Amo'r here with one last look at those unique little details that are special to handmade and original artwork or craftsmanship. This series is now over, at least for  now.

I'm afraid I haven't posted on the team blog in a few weeks as I've been busy with Christmas orders. Hope you all are having a great season! For those of you still with markets to do this month: Best of Luck xxx

 Lets zoom in on those little details one last time....

 

Felt birdhouse clock by Betty Octopus

  

Silver Wave Hat by Karen Flannery Art 

  Quilled fish bookmark by ElPetitTaller

 

Child's Pink Fleece Dress by Bee Free Kids Clothing 

  

& if you want to customise something by adding detail yourself.....

  

shabby roses patterned paper doilies by Vixyvixy

 

Grey houndstooth buttons by The Woollen Mills 

  

Fob Watch Cotton Ribbon by The Thistle Patch

HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE 

(& A CRAFTY NEW YEAR) 

The Difference is in the Detail 9: Packaging

Hello again. Anne-Marie  of Handmade by Amo'r here with the fortnightly focus on those unique little details that are special to handmade and original artwork or craftsmanship.

We are at the start of what is traditionally the 'busy season' for Etsy sellers. Let's hope it's a good one!  With this in mind, I deviated this week  to seek out a few details that can make packaging  that little bit special - with a little help from Crafty Ireland Team suppliers and paper crafters.

 

Belly bands by Irregular Paper: 'Handmade with Love'

Irregular Paper sells a wide range of lovely embellishements and packaging aids like these belly bands.  

 

Floral fabric tape by Packages and String

Packages and String sells a host of twine, tape and bags etc. If you haven't got the time or means to make embellishments or tags this floral tape can provide a quick and easy solution.

Orange Sheaf of Wheat Embellishments from My Wedding Favours

My Wedding Favours makes cute boxes and embellishments. You could glue a sheaf of wheat like this onto your package or incorporate one into a bow.

 

Gift Tags by Little Atae 

Check out Little Atae for sweet and unusual tags, stickets etc. I love the theme and feel of these kraft gift tags.

Red buttons from The Irish Knitting Room

You can use all sort of items like feathers, charms, beads or buttons to pretty up plain packaging. These red buttons from The Irish Knitting Room will look striking against affordable brown wrapping paper or glued onto a plain gift box.

 

Packaging used by Bead Bash

Amy of Bead Bash successfully uses a button to dress up packaging.  Take a peak at her blog post about her packaging.

 

6 Mini Thank You Cards by Doodle Moose Design

You can't go wrong with a thank you note. I mostly make my own out of scrap card or my own business cards but I feel it is worth investing in (more professional looking) ready-made Thank You cards for repeat or larger orders. These mini cards by Doodle Moose Design wont break the bank.

Printable Digital Papers by Firedrop Design

Many sellers include a free gift with all orders, repeat orders or orders worth over a certain amount. I often make small envelopes or pouches out of scrap paper, tissue or scrapbooking papers. Then I pop in a little clip on charm, beaded zip pull or small pendant. I came across these gorgeous digital papers by Firedrop Design. Print your own pretty paper to wrap small things or make envelopes or thank you cards.

I hope that's given you a few ideas for your packaging. Here's wishing all team members a successful season!

The Difference is in the Detail 6

Hello again. Anne-Marie  of Handmade by Amo'r here with the fortnightly focus on those unique details that are special to handmade and original artwork or craftsmanship. (I usually post this every second Sunday, but I'm a day earlier this week. Ah sure, that's one more day for you to feast your eyes on these goodies!)

This week let's hone in on LACE:

Purple lace yoke statement bib by Crafty Diva 82

 

 

 Broderie Anglaise and lace hostess apron by Retro Ruffle Aprons

Lace corsage bag by Green Rabbit Designs

 Flora doily card by Designs by eefaa

 Perhaps you'd like to add detail to your outfit?

 Vintage crochet lace colour by Vintage Aine

 Detachable, lilac faux collar by Corcora

And if you want to know more about the traditional craft of lace making:

 Irish lace DVD by Hands Series

For more lace and lace details from the Crafty Ireland Team click HERE

 For previous posts in the series on DETAIL click HERE

The Difference is in the Detail 5

Hello again. Anne-Marie  of Handmade by Amo'r here with the fortnightly focus on those unique details that are special to handmade and original artwork or craftsmanship.

This time round I thought to hone in on our feathered friends as they are always very popular on Etsy:

 

Early Bird Espresso Set, hand illustrated by Per Dozen Design

Bird Beret by By A Thread

Linen Place mats by Sima Prints

 Love Bird Cushion by Sophie Belle Designs

And if you want to get crafty or upcycle something with a  wee birdie or two these may help:

Antique Bronze Bird Spacer Beads by Amazing Beads

Antiques Silver WG Celtic Bird Hook Clasp by Balanced Destash

 For previous posts in the series click HERE

The Difference is in the Detail 4

Hi there! Anne-Marie again with the fortnightly focus on those little details that make handmade, handcraft and OOAK art special:  This week, let's hone in on FLORAL DETAILS:

Flower Flamenco Hoops by Bohemian Hooks Jewelry

Felt Baby Shoes by Puffin Patchwork 

Baby Girl Card by Good Moments

Photographers are usually finely tuned into the detail seen in nature , so here are some macro close ups from a couple of  the team's photograpers:

Flowering Cactus by Art Glamour Sligo

Bright Red Poppy by Cherry Blossom Tattoo

And why not add your own floral details with a little help from Crafty Ireland Team Supplies:

Polymer Clay Buttons by Wild Expression

Blue Paper Roses by Visual Basics

Back in a couple of weeks with more goodies from the Crafty Ireland Team. A wee reminder to tag your items craftyirelandteam if you want to get picked up for such posts and team treasuries etc!

The Difference is in the Detail 2

Anne-Marie here, focusing in again on those little details that make handmade all the more special. Feast your eyes....

Unusual, Celtic spiral eyes on Sterling Silver Owl by Celtic Twilight

Realistic bite marks on Red Apple Fruit Gift Soap by Scent Cosmetics

Painstaking detail on hand stitched card by BottleHeads Crafts

Enchanting wee flowers on Gwanwyn Spring Fairy by Lively Sheep

And let's not ignore our vintage and supplies stores among the Crafty Ireland Team:

Gorgeous lace collar on 1930s Dress from A Retro Life

Why not add your own detail with these pretty Lace Flowers by Little Snippets

If you want more,

click here for The Difference is in the Detail 1

click her for the original series on my own blog

The Difference is in the Detail

Hi there. Anne-Marie of Handmade by Amo'r here after a long break from posting on the Etsy Ireland team blog. I've been running this series of articles, The Difference is in the Detail on my own blog over the past few months and thought it appropriate material for the team blog.  

 

 Celtic detail on arm warmers by Tra Ban Studio

For me, What makes a handmade item stand out from mass produced is not only the quality of the work and the love that goes into it, but also those little extra details. I've been searching team members shops for those fabulous details to highlight.

 Oak dressing table with secret compartments by James Billings Furniture

 

Oyster shell detail on wire wrapped pendant made by Balanced

 After a wee discussion with our current blog editor, Caroline of Handmade by Cari Design , I decided to bring the series the team blog. I will be re-using some or all of the items I already featured on my own blog (but not in the same order) as well as new ones to spread the love.

Beaded detail on Lady Titanic cuff by Queen of Cuffs

Flower detail on felted bag by Felted Knits & Quirky Bits

 Good photos are essential to get featured in this series. The main photo does not necessarily have to be a close up of detail, but I will probably notice that type of photo first so it helps. It will also help me find your items if you tag them with the team search term craftyirelandteam