tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1912431965202566104.post6548208190567191726..comments2023-10-22T08:51:49.681-07:00Comments on Musings from Behind the Easel: A Home Made, Hand Made Holiday Here!Caroleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13073291932262018795noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1912431965202566104.post-61505947095828385292010-11-30T11:09:52.984-08:002010-11-30T11:09:52.984-08:00Very timely post Carolee and I totally agree with ...Very timely post Carolee and I totally agree with you. My hubby and I have been giving crafts and kitchen gifts for several years now to our families and friends; most folks say they like to receive these types of items better than the last minute run to WalMart, buy whatever is on sale type of gifts. The kiddos are more of a challenge and I have to admit I have in the past done the run to WalMart (blush, blush) but this year they are going to get handmades from either Etsy or Ebay or Artfire. I don't make the type of crafts they would appreciate so I am going to take advantage of the skill and artistry of all the other wonderful crafters out there. Jump on your soapbox any time you like Carolee, I love your posts! DebDebhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08202241672864661004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1912431965202566104.post-66642724279544672242010-11-30T08:17:08.591-08:002010-11-30T08:17:08.591-08:00Hey Carolee, I wanted to mention that a couple of ...Hey Carolee, I wanted to mention that a couple of years ago my hubby and I made some Kahlua for gifts, well the delicious beverage;) didn't make it out of our house, I think, instead of the Kahlua, we made cookies...<br />We are older, wiser and our bodies don't tolerate the stuff like it used too.. so I think it is safe to add to our homemade gift giving list :)<br /><br />~DianeDianiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02593142321562441049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1912431965202566104.post-7507013076767711202010-11-29T16:51:00.064-08:002010-11-29T16:51:00.064-08:00Great post!
I purchased a few items from a retail ...Great post!<br />I purchased a few items from a retail store on black Friday, but 95% of the items I will be giving are handmade from the heart! In fact, my SIL and I have been working on items since last January, we get together once a week and have a splendid time. My non- crafty daughter asked me what I would like, I directed her to Etsy ;)<br />Speaking for myself, I would much rather be gifted a handmade item.<br /><br />The box is beautiful, a true heirloom and so special because it was made by you!<br />The Scarves look so cozy and warm, who wouldn't be thrilled over one of those :)<br /><br />Happy Holidays to you and yours Carolee!<br /><br /><br />~DianeDianiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02593142321562441049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1912431965202566104.post-39528373820920229852010-11-29T08:05:57.036-08:002010-11-29T08:05:57.036-08:00Perfect post Carolee...as you know, I have been a ...Perfect post Carolee...as you know, I have been a support for artists for years now. I would rather receive a handmade gift than any other. I keep your husband in my prayers and an always delighted by what comes from your studio.<br />♥, Susanblack eyed susans kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13214016311612642339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1912431965202566104.post-88702174052670164362010-11-29T08:03:37.445-08:002010-11-29T08:03:37.445-08:00Carolee, I wholeheartedly agree (as you know) and ...Carolee, I wholeheartedly agree (as you know) and support handmade artisans as much as possible when I'm not making things myself.<br /><br />It's very difficult for some people when the message is constantly beat down the throats of the American public is that we must BUY to support the economy. It's a smoke screen and a viscous cycle... to think that you MUST go out and spend your hard-earned dollars on stuff to make sure Suzy and Johnny have a job. Yes, it does help keep some folks employed and sure there will always be those who must buy things from a store... but it's really a sad reality that consumerism drives our economic foundation. We must make a shift in our thinking and how we live in order for that to change. That's my soap box, so I'll save it for my own blog another day. ;)<br /><br />Much love to you and yours this holiday season. May you be blessed with wealth beyond riches... :)<br /><br />Peace,<br />DanaDanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16224785623107789520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1912431965202566104.post-41497205332129491932010-11-29T06:09:37.898-08:002010-11-29T06:09:37.898-08:00Well said! I for one, will be cutting back this ye...Well said! I for one, will be cutting back this year and will be making handmade gifts too! I avoid the mall as much as possible - all year long. I hate going into town and will try to shop at Mom & Pop stores or online whenever I can :)Conniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06576270359688148298noreply@blogger.com