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CustomMade is an online matchmaker connecting Buyers who want one-of-a-kind Creations with professional and passionate Makers.

Custom, DIY & renting – the perfect balance for your perfect day

Posted by Tess in on May 8, 2013

DIY weddings have hit the mainstream in recent years and ideas have been flowing freely thanks to the creativity-sharing power of Pinterest. As a bride-to-be working against a budget for a particularly pricey day and being rather crafty myself, DIY totally appeals to me. In my opinion, the process of working with your family, friends, [...]

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Why buying local is worth every cent

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on April 22, 2013

Happy Earth Day everyone! In honor of this green day we decided to do a little research on the positive effects of buying local. Supporting Makers is fundamental to our ethos not only for fostering community, but for local economic growth and the stunning environmental benefits. Check out our sweet infographic below for some [...]

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Coming together in the wake of tragic Boston events

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on April 16, 2013

As many of you know, Boston was shaken by the tragic events that took place during the marathon yesterday. A day so beloved by Bostonians centered around friendly competition and support for strangers running for a cause was horrifically disrupted by an attack from an unknown source. Runners were diverted, cell service was cut [...]

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Top tips for caring for leather

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on March 28, 2013

Leather is incredibly enticing, but it’s kind of like babies before you’re a parent – nice to look at, but you don’t really know how to care for it. Well, I’m here to debunk the leather maintenance mystery. Before you know it you’ll be wearing a leather jacket, while sitting on your leather couch, and [...]

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Supporting local businesses with Independent We Stand

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on March 19, 2013

Local businesses have boomed over the past couple of years with efforts like buying organically and sustainably and supporting small business Saturdays hitting the mainstream. While the benefit of promoting your neighbors is obvious, the effects of going local are even greater than what meets the eye.

Our friends over at Independent We Stand are [...]

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Being descriptive to make your vision a reality

Posted by Tammy in on February 12, 2013

You have a project so unique and custom, that you have to find a Maker who can make your dream a reality. Of course, that’s why CustomMade is here – to listen to what you need and help you find that Maker – but we know that starting with a white form asking for a [...]

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Kickstarting a New Beginning: David Rasmussen Design

Posted by Pedro in on June 22, 2012

In an article in the Wall Street Journal last spring, the artichoke table by David Rasmussen Design was featured as an example of the remarkable custom furniture projects consumers could start through CustomMade.  The distinctive side table helped spread the word about the amazing artisans to be found through our website.

The CustomMade community now [...]

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