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Back to School in Custom Style: Student Gift Ideas

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 27, 2012

Fall is around the corner.  Looking for unique student gift ideas for your returning scholar? Have a CustomMade artisan create a truly one-of-a-kind accessory that will make your child the talk of the playground or the grad seminar (in a positive way).  You can find inspiration for all sorts of items in our CustomMade galleries, [...]

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Art Deco Jewelry: Custom Designs, Inspirations, and Restorations

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 7, 2012

With elegant yet simple geometric designs, silver screen star glamour, and Ancient Egyptian and other exotic inspirations with a machine age edge, the Art Deco jewelry in our CustomMade jewelry galleries celebrates this iconic design style of the ‘20s and ‘30s.  Whether you want custom Art Deco jewelry that recaptures the spirit of that era, [...]

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Using Alternative Metals in Jewelry Design: Stainless Steel Jewelry

Posted by Pedro in Concepts & Buyer Guides, For Customers on June 8, 2012

If you’re hypersensitive to gold (or just to its price), have you considered stainless steel jewelry for your next custom jewelry project?  Both stainless steel and surgical grade stainless steel are relatively inexpensive and hypoallergenic metals for custom jewelry design and offer exceptional strength as well as scratch and tarnish resistance.  You can find CustomMade [...]

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Custom Graduation Gift Ideas

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on April 18, 2012

A custom graduation gift can combine a traditional standard with a quirky sense of humor, add feeling to the formal, and even tell the story of your grad’s unique journey through life.  Stop searching for the perfect gift and have a CustomMade artisan create the perfect gift for you.  Looking for ideas?  Check out these [...]

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Western Style Silver Custom Apparel and Jewelry by Laddan Ledbetter of Son of a Gun Silver

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Maker Spotlight on December 8, 2011

Looking for a way to make a statement without making a fuss?  Belt buckles and other custom apparel items in a western cowboy style can combine a distinctive American look with practical clothing accessories.  Silversmith and professional bull rider Laddan Ledbetter of Son of a Gun Silver can create beautifully engraved, one-of-a-kind silver buckles, money [...]

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Custom Projects that Honor Veterans

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on November 11, 2011

Today is numerically interesting: 11/11/11.  Happens every hundred years.  However, 93 years ago, there was an 11/11/11 of monumental and historic significance.  The hostilities of World War I, “the war to end all wars,” ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918.  (The official peace treaty followed seven [...]

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Old is New: Custom Murphy Beds

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on November 9, 2011

Is your mental image of a Murphy bed straight from a Laurel and Hardy short?

William L. Murphy’s invention dates from 1900 but is enjoying a modern day comeback, and it’s not because of its comedic potential.  In another example of how furniture designs from bygone eras are finding new life, these clever built-in beds [...]

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Musical Chairs: Custom Furniture for Musicians

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 6, 2011

It’s time for custom music instruments to share the spotlight with their silent partners: musicians’ chairs.  Whether performing, recording, or composing, any professional or amateur musician can benefit from a handmade custom chair uniquely designed for his or her comfort and needs.  If you’re a music aficionado or shopping for one, take a moment to [...]

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Cradle and All: Custom Cribs and Bassinets for Now and The Future

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on June 29, 2011

Sooner or later infants will try to eat their cribs. That’s why choosing the right crib that’s safe for the newest member of your family is so important. And there’s certainly a lot to consider: everything from choosing non-toxic materials to a design that allows you to keep a better eye on your baby.

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Nothing Like the Sun: Moon Motifs for Custom Furniture

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on June 14, 2011

As a symbol, the moon is rich in associations with mystery and poetry.  Visually, whether seen plain and high in the night sky or through a veil of clouds or the branches of trees, the moon’s face and phases are universally recognizable.  If you’re searching for a decorative touch to add to your next custom [...]

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