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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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Tackling flea market mayhem

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on May 8, 2013

Spring and summer open the floodgates for flea markets. Here in Boston markets have been springing up and getting back into action, attracting bargain hunters and one-of-a-kind Buyers. I’m a huge fan of hitting up flea markets simply for perusing tons of cool antiques, unmatched people watching and getting great ideas for home decor. Mayhem [...]

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Making the most of a small space

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on May 2, 2013

Small spaces can be the ultimate frustration when decorating. Nothing fits, everything is cluttered and the walls feel like they’re caving in. Instead of throwing in the towel take a look through our top five tips for amping up small spaces and put that reconstruction on hold.

1. Paint with light colors & cool [...]

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Committing to a Creation

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on April 25, 2013

Buyer’s remorse can be a pretty powerful sensation. You go to the store, spend your hard-earned dough with a rush of adrenaline and then, often on the way home and incredibly sneakily, a feeling washes over you - did I make the right decision? or worse why did I buy that?!

While buying custom eliminates impulse buys there’s [...]

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Guest post: Decorating principles for cohabiting

Posted by CoutureChateau in on April 11, 2013

I love creating spaces that bring the personality of the individual to life. It’s that magical place where the homeowner is inspired and nurtured by their environment and where they feel empowered and ready to take on the decorating world. The process is easy and fun when it’s just one.

Enter the couple.

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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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Using Pinterest to bring your ideas to life

Posted by Caroline Bagby in on February 28, 2013

Here’s the rundown. You go to Pinterest looking for a recipe for dinner and three hours later you’re staring at new cabinets for your dream kitchen, wondering how you got there. You click around to some favorite things and get the lovely 404, you’re directed to a nondescript Tumblr site, or worse, the page is [...]

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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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Nature, Steampunk, and You: Custom Jewelry by Beverly Schnell

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Maker Spotlight on July 5, 2012

Custom jewelry with beautiful curves and shapes can enliven your appearance and lift your spirits.  CustomMade artisan Beverly Schnell of Beverly Schnell Jewelry Design finds inspiration in the “sensual organic forms” found in nature and the curves of bodies.  With her knowledge of numerous jewelry making and metal crafting techniques, she creates unique custom made [...]

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Custom Designs for Southwestern Jewelry

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 4, 2012

What comes to mind when you think of Southwestern jewelry? Turquoise and silver, Native American designs, pieces that capture the spirit of the American Southwest? Our CustomMade artisans can bring to life your vision of Southwestern jewelry.  Take a look at these completed custom jewelry creations from our CustomMade galleries that interpret and celebrate the [...]

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