Artisan Handmade Gift Ideas - Three for Thursday

 

 

 

“I work to provide symbolic reminders of our connection to the earth and beyond.”

 

I love this quote from Christine of beadfreaky, one of the artists featured in this week’s Three for Thursday blog.  I firmly believe a large majority of handmade artists feel that way since since each piece created has a bit of the maker’s own heart and spirit captured in it.  Each handmade piece of art is as meaningful and unique as the person who created it.

 

For this week’s Three for Thursday blog, I chose three artists I truly admire and who I have purchased items from over the years:  to use in my own jewelry designs, to help make Seamus (my goofus rescue dog) even more handsome that what he already is, and to wear and enjoy.  The three artists are Christine of beadfreaky who creates the most amazing, spiritual ceramic pieces; Donna of SewAmazin who has two rescue dogs herself and sews such fun dog bandanas and other pet related items; and Mary of PrettyGonzo who designs and hand makes such beautiful jewelry, many designs with a “conscience.”  If something catches your eye, please be sure to click on the picture or the link below the picture to be taken to the item for more photos and information. I hope you enjoy the unique artisan handmade items featured below:

 

 

 

Bold Blue Star Chaser Child Ceramic Pendant with Extra Large Hole Handmade by Christine of beadfreaky

 

 

 

Fireworks and Stars Patriotic Dog Bandana Handmade by Donna of SewAmazin

 

 

 

Truth Word Boho Necklace with Leather Handmade by Mary of PrettyGonzo

 

 

 

2 Extra Large Tree of Life Ceramic Buttons in Rustic Green Handmade by Christine of beadfreaky

 

 

 

Labradoodle Dog Breed Key Fob, Purse Charm Handmade by Donna of SewAmazin

 

 

 

St. Francis of Assisi Chaplet / Rosary Bracelet Handmade by Mary of PrettyGonzo 

 

 

 

4 Stoneware Petroglyph-styled Running Horse Beads / Pendants Handmade by Christine of beadfreaky 

 

 

 

Sweet Watermelons on Black Summer Dog Bandana Handmade by Donna of SewAmazin

 

 

 

Lotus Flower Earrings with Purple Amethyst Handmade by Mary of PrettyGonzo 

 

 

 

I hope you enjoyed each and every one of these unique handmade creations from three artists!  If you would like to make my day and the day of the talented artists featured, please leave a blog comment.  And any promotion you can do will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 

 

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