Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Maker Spotlight on March 7, 2013
Cinderella’s glass slippers were her saving grace, but these days you don’t need a Fairy Godmother to help you go from dull to fabulous. Maryetta Finkley, the brain and brawn behind Ms.Marymac Shoes, makes magic of her own with swoon-worthy shoes in vivid colors and eccentric patterns.
Maryetta has always had a unique style, dating [...]
Posted by CustomMade in on March 6, 2013
The first impression is a lasting one, and Maker portfolios are no exception. Since many potential Buyers aren’t able to visit your shop or studio, your portfolio page on CustomMade is their initial impression of your work. Aside from Buyers, insiders are checking out your work, too for inclusion in the press and blogosphere. Having [...]
Posted by Tammy
in Custom Inspiration on March 5, 2013
This time of year it’s all about the Irish, a saint named Patrick and a free-flow of drinks. Of course, you don’t have to drink to celebrate the man who banished the snakes from the Emerald Isle, but it is a nice excuse to take a ‘mental health day’ from work. Cities erupt with shamrocks, Irish [...]
Posted by Caroline Bagby in on March 4, 2013
Unless you’re completely closed off to the entertainment world, you’re no stranger to Parks and Recreation, the comedic love child of Greg Daniels and Michael Schur. As the director of the parks and recreation department of Pawnee, Indiana, Ron Swanson is known for his staunch libertarianism, his off-color anecdotes and for standing against everything he works for. Despite [...]
Posted by JP
in Maker Spotlight on March 1, 2013
‘Engagement ring‘ isn’t the first thought that comes to mind when a video game is mentioned, but for someone like Brittany Foster of Bmf Jewelry, it’s not completely shocking.
Specializing in precious metal jewelry, delicate hand piercing, wire work, stone setting, and having a ring made out of a washer in her portfolio, Brittany brings [...]
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 [...]
Posted by Caroline Bagby
in Company News and Info on February 26, 2013
CustomMade geeked out last night and hosted the webinno after party, appropriately deemed “AfterInno.” We were joined by tech industry diehards and all around good people as we christened 105 First St with plenty of Guinness, PBR and CustomMade cocktails.
The CM team donned their best bartending hats (literally, all of the bartenders wore hats from our collective hat basket) and [...]
Posted by Tess
in Custom Inspiration,
For Customers on February 25, 2013
I was born and raised just outside Milwaukee, WI so I appreciate the Harley/motorcycle culture. Growing up, I had friends with Harley Davidson themed basements adorned with vintage bikes and custom leather goods. I nearly lost my hearing on the freeway during the 95th anniversary celebration as thousands of hogs rolled into town. In fact, [...]
Posted by CustomMade in on February 22, 2013
Welcome to ‘CustomMade Uncovered!’ The people behind-the-scenes at CustomMade are constantly working to give amazing Makers recognition and help inspire Buyers turn their visions into realities. We never want to simply be people behind a computer, so we’re introducing you to the CustomMade team. Without further ado …
Sabrina McGrail is the best [...]
Posted by JP
in Maker Spotlight on February 21, 2013
Tim Ziegler often finds himself biting his tongue. As the face behind Ziegler Woodwork and Specialty, he walks into homes and browses around stores and can’t help but notice the subtle imperfections of wood furniture. Tim can tell if a drawer is going to stick after a few slides, or if custom cabinets won’t match [...]
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