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 [...]
Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Custom Inspiration on April 22, 2013
It’s high time to weed, prune and till your precious garden. With the amount of dirt packed under your nails and the gorgeous colors flourishing from the space it just doesn’t seem right that the garden isn’t enjoyed beyond a passing glance and quick note of admiration. Make your gorgeous garden more inviting with a few [...]
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 [...]
Posted by Caroline Bagby in on April 19, 2013
Danielle De Luna of D.S.MeeBee Custom Wedding Designs used to center her life around architecture. She was drawn to it as a child and continued to nurture her passion through a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in the field and finally found her niche as an architectural model maker. Yes, she made those incredibly detailed mini-structures that become the [...]
Posted by Heather in on April 19, 2013
In the eyes of many Buyers, Makers are magicians. CustomMade is a space where Buyers’ most coveted inspiration can come to life so they’re not necessarily thinking of limitations when they choose you as their Maker.
Because of great expectations, sooner or later you’ll be faced with a Buyer request that is out of your [...]
Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Custom Inspiration on April 18, 2013
Earth Day is right around the corner and we’re all about supporting the cause. Words like ozone depletion and global warming are freaky while recycling and reusing are a lot lighter on the ears. Many CustomMade Makers have jumped on the green bandwagon and have made their name crafting up reclaimed wood pieces, reused fabrics, recycled [...]
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 [...]
Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Custom Creation Stories on April 12, 2013
The Inspiration Space above a mantle that needed filling, a slight obsession with the Maker’s work and an inclination toward giraffes.
The Request A simple reassertion to “follow your muse.”
The Maker Tamar Kingan
The Process Adam (Buyer) went to Tamar Kingan (Maker) looking for a unique giraffe painting to grace his walls. And that was [...]
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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Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Maker Spotlight on April 9, 2013
If last weekend landed you on the CustomMade Facebook page, chances are your jaw dropped at the unique fire pit created by Melissa & Jason Crisp of The Fire Pit Gallery. Well, you weren’t alone! The comments were flowing, likes were flying and shares were hitting the roof. Intrigued by the intricate work of this [...]
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