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Fused Glass: A Different Take on Jewelry!

Posted by Heather in Custom Creation Stories, For Customers on October 16, 2012

Diana came to CustomMade looking for a maker to craft a gift for her boss: a simple pendant to celebrate the one year anniversary of For My Sister Friends, a company dedicated to empowering women. She knew that she wanted something non-traditional that was able to incorporate a variety of color into her design.

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Custom for a Cat Lover

Posted by Heather in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on August 21, 2012

Cats have always been a huge part of CustomMade customer Mona’s life. Most recently, two young kittens have stolen her heart. Mona adopted young Ralphie and Norton from the Sunshine Rescue Group in 2010 and they have been an inseparable trio ever sense. To honor (and maybe spoil just a little) her two favorite cats [...]

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CustomMade Mythology: Designs Inspired by Myths and Legends

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 21, 2012

Are you fond of mythic characters and epic tales? What fabulous creatures, wondrous beings, and ancient gods would populate the mythology designs for your next custom project?  Custom artwork, custom jewelry, or custom accessories and fixtures for your home can reflect your own personal pantheon when you share your mythology designs and ideas with our [...]

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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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Makers Create Paradise City

Posted by Marcie in Company News and Info, For Customers, For Makers on May 29, 2012

This article was written by CustomMade team member Tammy Kingan.  Tammy is part of our Maker Success Team and wants to introduce all makers to the wonderful possibilities available to them on CustomMade.com.

I literally could not have asked for a more perfect weekend to be at the appropriately named Paradise City Arts Festival in [...]

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Not the Same Ol’ Song and Dance: Music-Inspired Furniture and Other Custom Projects

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Founder's Blog on April 28, 2012

What’s your favorite style of music? Have a favorite musician? Do you like to dance?  Let the music be your muse for your next custom project, writes CEO and Co-founder Mike Salguero in his Stylelist Home blog from 4/18/12.  Be sure to follow him on Stylelist as he continues to spread the custom word.

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Childhood Treasures Inspire Custom Made Jewelry

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Founder's Blog on April 14, 2012

Not ready to put away your toys? Rediscovering them through the eyes of your child (or spouse)? Your favorite childhood TV characters, toys, and video games can cross over into the world of custom made jewelry, writes CEO and Co-founder Mike Salguero in his Stylelist Home blog from 4/10/12.  Be sure to follow him on [...]

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CustomMade at the Craftboston Spring Show

Posted by Pedro in Company News and Info, For Customers on April 1, 2012

The Society of Arts and Crafts held its Craftboston Spring show the weekend of March 23, 2012, at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston.  Among the amazingly talented artisans at the show were CustomMade makers Dan Klein, Lauren Blais, Steve Altman, and Paula Garbarino.  Adam and Tammy from the CustomMade marketing team were there [...]

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Tattoo You: Custom Projects That Start in Ink

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on March 11, 2012

Artisan Emily Scott of e. scott originals can create custom jewelry inspired by nature, Victoriana, grandmothers’ heirlooms, and tattoos.

Yes, tattoos.

The design for “The Original,” a handmade sterling silver necklace with a vintage glass heart, was inspired by a tattoo.  Intrigued? Contact Emily and discuss your own custom jewelry design.

Your own ink, or [...]

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Creating Custom Silver Pendants Using Photos of Your Children, Parents, or Loved Ones for Inspiration

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on February 15, 2012

Photo jewelry can make beautiful mementos for you as well as personalized gifts for your friends and family.  If you’re wondering what’s the best way to create photo jewelry, our CustomMade artisans offer a variety of options, all quite affordable, for using your photos in a one-of-a-kind custom jewelry design.  Here are some stunning examples [...]

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