Day of the Dead Murals in Artistic Tile by Carly Quinn Designs

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Frida Kahlo with Brushes" Tile Mural by Carly Quinn Designs at CustomMade.com

As a successful full-time creator of artistic tile, CustomMade artisan Carly Quinn of Carly Quinn Designs in Tucson knows not just her own tastes but her customers’ tastes as well. So Carly, whose favorite artist is the Art Nouveau master … Continue reading →

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Making the Most of the Job Board: Crafting the Perfect First Message

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Pen Box by Innovative Wood, LLC on CustomMade.com

This article was written by Heather Bailey from CustomMade’s Maker Success Team. You scan the job board, finally honing in on the ideal job. A great opportunity. In fact you just know you can do this job better than anyone. … Continue reading →

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Custom Furniture on the Move

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Pedro| 2 Comments
"Unspecified Figures" by Randy Weersing Furniture Designs at CustomMade.com

If you’re a fan of CustomMade, it’s very likely custom furniture moves you.  Now have a look at some of the whimsical furniture captured in motion – walking, dancing, and crawling – that CEO and co-founder Mike Salguero features in … Continue reading →

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Chain Maille Jewelry

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Men's Pendant with Leather Cord by Diana Ferguson Jewelry at CustomMade.com

If you’ve only associated the linked metal rings of chain maille with medieval armor and historical reenactments, take a look at the chain maille jewelry our CustomMade artisans have created for their customers.  Although chain maille (or maille, chainmail, and … Continue reading →

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Setting the Stage for Your Custom Adventure: Wally McSorley of Custom Jewelry by Tampico.US

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Vintage Carnelian Cameo & Diamond Gold Earrings by Custom Jewelry by Tampico.US at CustomMade.com

How to describe the custom jewelry experience? The glowing recommendations that clients have left for CustomMade artisan Wally McSorley of Custom Jewelry by Tampico.US give us some insights. She has a story for every piece of jewelry and I have … Continue reading →

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Custom Made Jewelry for Animal Lovers

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Pedro| 4 Comments
Golden Fish Cloisonné Pendant by AWKed Design Jewelry Studio at CustomMade.com

Carry a reminder of your favorite animal close to you with custom made jewelry.  Whether you’re a pet owner, outdoorsman, or just love amazing wild creatures, CustomMade artisans can create custom jewelry that depicts the fauna of your choice in … Continue reading →

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The “Spring” Custom Necklace by AB Glass Jewelry

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Spring" by AB Glass Jewelry at CustomMade.com

A belated welcome to “Spring,” a gorgeous custom necklace by AB Glass Jewelry. CustomMade artisan Andrea Bernstein created this stunning, eye-catching necklace with a dichroic glass pendant with multi-hued plays of light, handmade borosilicate glass beads with multiple bands of … Continue reading →

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Custom Gift Boxes for Any Occasion

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Macassar Ebony Box by Beautiful Rockers at CustomMade.com

With graduation season and Father’s Day just around the corner (and let’s assume you’ve already secured your custom Mother’s Day gift), it’s a good time to look into custom gift box ideas that will not only make a memorable presentation … Continue reading →

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Bamboo Options for Custom Cabinets

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Bamboo Kitchen by Jim Farris Cabinets at CustomMade.com

Choosing bamboo for your custom cabinets doesn’t mean your décor inspirations are limited to Gilligan’s Island reruns.  Bamboo is a versatile material that can work in crisp, clean Asian-inspired, modern, and even traditional styles.  Bamboo’s strength and natural resistance to … Continue reading →

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Make Your House Unique with Kyle Buckner Designs

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Pedro| 2 Comments
The organic curves and striking stripes of this Unique end table will be sure to attract your guests' attention. Kyle Buckner Designs at CustomMade.com

“Can’t find what you want in the stores?” CustomMade artisan Kyle Buckner founded Kyle Buckner Designs so he could create custom furniture with which his clients could feel a connection.  “Anything you can imagine, we can make,” he writes.  Kyle’s … Continue reading →

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