ICYMI March 29

ICYMI March 29 – New earrings, Easter ideas, and handmade treats of all kind are here! Read on in this week’s ICYMI blog to see why you should definitely visit the 800 block of Mass this weekend!

New spring scents from JKM Soy Candles, fresh scented soaps from Get Lathered Soap Co., new t-shirts from New Art Rivals, and neighborhood canvas prints from Cuyahoga Collective!

Talk Nerdy to Me

Grab a butter beer, your pumpkin pasties, and settle into your evening with a “Sorting Hat” bath bomb! From pins to keychains, framed art, and actual film strips, we have something for every Potter fan out there!

Got a bowtie lovin’ gamer in your live? Check out the bowties made from the perler beads you used to play with as a kid!

New treats, cards, DIY kits, and university mugs are on the shelves for you!

Spring Babes

If only those velvet leggings came in our size. But at least your kiddo can be fashionable this spring with cute clothing selections from our handmade makers!

New in store – donut play food! Because the best picnics include donuts.

Two-Day Weaving Workshop! -All supplies included!

Saturday, April 20th from 1pm-3pm + Saturday, April 27th from 1pm-3pm! Join us for a 2 day Weaving Workshop with local textile aficionado, Ribbon + Roving!

This is a 2 day class, split up between 2 Saturdays in April (April 20th and 27th). The price of the workshop covers both dates!

During your first day, April 20th, you’ll learn how to build your own loom! -That way you can continue your weaving adventure long after your workshop!

The second day on the following Saturday, April 27th, you’ll learn basic weaving techniques to get your started on your textile love affair!

And all supplies are included! Space is limited in our workshop area, so snag your seat ASAP! Click here for tickets!

Crafternoon: Clay Tassel Earrings

Go ahead and plan your Mother’s Day weekend now! We’re offering special 2-for-1 pricing so you can bring Mom with you to our May crafternoon, the Saturday before Mother’s Day!

In this class, you’ll learn how to sculpt, cure, and paint polymer clay pieces. Youll also learn basic jewelry making techniques to create 2 pairs of tassel earrings!

All supplies are included! Come craft with Mom and make this Mother’s Day super special! Tickets here.

May and June Gallery Show

Join us for First Friday gallery reception on both Friday, May 3rd, and Friday, June 7th, from 6:00-8:00pm in store featuring work by student artists at VOICES Corp!

100% of the proceeds from the sale of these works will go back to VOICES Corp!

The mission of VOICES is to enhance the lives of youth through an expression of self, community involvement, and providing options that will empower them to change their lives!

Have a happy, handmade weekend!

-Amanda D.

International Women’s Day

Today, we celebrate International Women’s Day and implore you to lift up your fellow ladies!

Stand in solidarity with your mothers, daughters, sisters, friends, and citizens of this world as we still fight for equal rights for women today.

“Let us be proud to be born girls!” -Djingarey Maiga -coordinator of the International Federation of Human Rights, who aims at empowering women and girls by educating them about their human rights in various domains.

“You deserve the best, the very best, because you are one of the few people in this lousy world who are honest to themselves, and that is the only thing that really counts.” Frida Kahlo, painter, activist, and celebrated internationally for her uncompromising depiction of the female experience.

“We women, are born with rights! It’s time to recover our rights!” – Haydee Castillo, a Global Fund for Women-supported activist in Nicaragua.

“The future of our world is only as bright as the future of our girls.” – Michelle Obama

“No woman can call herself free who does not control her own body.”
—Margaret Sanger, an American birth control activist, sex educator, writer, and nurse. Sanger popularized the term “birth control”, opened the first birth control clinic in the United States, and established organizations that evolved into the Planned Parenthood Federation of America.

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts

It’s okay if you waited until the last minute – we won’t tell.

Check out some of our ideas to get you in and out on Valentine’s Day so you can make that reservation on time!

Valentine’s Day Bouquet + Card Package

What’s even better, is that if you did wait until the last minute, you’ll have a chance to score this awesome Valentine’s Day Package! Hand-tied bouquets from Willow + Star Flowers will be arriving at 10am and are first come first serve. When you purchase a bouquet, you’ll get to choose a Homespun Valentine’s Day card for free! Hurry in -limited quantities available!

Forget the drugstore candy…

And pick up some chocolate covered Frittle instead! With options for dark chocolate, milk, and a mix of the two, you can’t go wrong when chocolate and peanut-butter-fudge-like-brittle are combined! And the gift boxes are perfectly wrapped for Valentine’s Day.

Who are you shopping for?

Whether you’re shopping for your partner, your mom, or your kiddos, we have something for you.

For mom, pick up some relaxing bath soaks, face masks, and scrubs from local bath and body maker, 407 Botanicals. And for the kids, you’ll find fun sorting hat and love potion bath bombs inspired by Harry Potter!

For your significant other, we have a giant selection of handmade and high quality jewelry, beard products, candles, and so much more.

And have our knowledgable staff assist you in curating a custom gift basket in store. You’ll look like you were planning this for days!

We hope to see you in store on Valentine’s Day (if not sooner).

ICYMI January 11

ICYMI January 11 – holiday has come and gone, but our favorite products are still rollin’ in! Scroll through to see what’s new – just in case you missed it!

Did you know Bitchstix has expanded their flavor offerings? You can now find coconut, black cherry, very raspberry, and Vegan spearmint. And, as always, 100% of the net proceeds are given to domestic abuse and sexual assault prevention programs. Come get your Bitchstix today!

All 2019 Calendars and Planners on SALE!

So. Many. Plans. Stay organized in 2019 with cute and functional calendars and planners from our talented makers! And, get 20% through the end of January!

From stickers to anything-but-boring ties, stop in today to get a unique gift that’ll have everyone asking “Where did you get this?!”

New Loves

We have so many new loves in store! Shop gold-leaf skull mugs from local artist Corey Jefferson before they sell out again. And, who wouldn’t love the astronaut girl pin from The Bungaloo?

Cute little necklaces from Jean Elise Toys make great Valentine’s Day gifts for kiddos (if you’re planning ahead, like we are). And pick up the femme power poster from Bloomwolf Studio for your best galentine while you’re in too!

Have a happy, handmade weekend!

-Amanda D.

Last Minute Gifts

Holiday Gift Guide

You did it. You said you wouldn’t. But you waited too long again. Have no fear, though, your Homespun team is here! Let us help you pick out some killer last minute holiday gifts!

From Top Left to Right:

The Indy City Mug from Farizula Designs – $18.00

The Gift That Keeps On Giving Wine Bag from Exit343 Designs – $8.00

2019 Planner by TF Publishing – $7.99

Leaf Cup/Planter by Sarahmics – $30.00

Air Plant Holders from Art by Jen F. – $15.00

Azure Balance and Glow Collection Kit from 407 Botanicals – $29.00

Photo Coasters from Cityscape Tiles – $15.00 each

“Home” hand-lettered wall decor by Scripted Freely – $20.00