Amigurumi doll from The Sun and The Turtle
Flower buttons earrings from InkaFinland
Sunbather necklace from Pinkkis
Decorative pillow from Mairea
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POP UP shop
Welcome to Finland Handcrafters Team's 2nd POP UP SHOP in Yobot Frozen Yogurt (Runeberginkatu 54A, 00260 Helsinki)
We dedicate this pop up to our mothers and your mothers!
Participating designers:
Inka FinlandKotona
Looney Dimitra Crafts
Mrs Bertin's Jewelry Box
Namia Design
The Sun and the Turtle Amigurumi page
Our creations are inspired by the finnish nature & lifestyle.A big variety of beautifully handmade jewelry, accessories, toys, decorations and housewares will be for sale in Yobot for two days.
Christmas Card Swap
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| Cards created by Jenn, Simone and Kaisa. Plus a detail from Jenn's envelope. |
This Christmas we decided to arrange a card swap. We had nine creative participants and all addressees were randomly picked. Everybody sent and received a handmade holiday card.
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| Cards made by Niina, Carey and Raisa. |
With all these handcrafted greetings, Finland Handcrafters Team wishes happy holidays to all of you as well! Hyvää Joulua ja Onnellista Uutta Vuotta!
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| Cards sent by Ruusu, Nelli and Branko. |
Small X-mas party!
Yesterday 1.12. we had a meeting in Sello library in Espoo. We reserved a room for our use and it was totally free of charge! Most of the team members were away due to being super busy with christmas sales and preparations, but three of us managed to meet up for a small party.
We (Sasha, Simona and Nelli) made some paper decorations and package cards for our presents. We had different kinds of papers, scissors, paper punch cutters, glue and washi tape. Everyone also brought something to eat, so we had glögi, cherrymuffins and some salty pastries to enjoy while making cute christmassy stuff!
Here are some pictures of what we made, I hope you enjoy them. Next time it would be great to have a bigger crew available!
Breast Cancer Awareness
Our bodies are made up of living cells. Normal body cells grow, divide into new cells and die in an orderly way. Cancer begins when cells in a part of the body start growing uncontrollably and divide, thus creating more abnormal cells.Cells become cancer cells because of damage to the DNA. A normal cell would repair the damage or die. In cancer cells the DNA is not repaired and the cell doesn't die. Instead it starts reproducing, creating cells the body does not need. The new cells are all abnormal because they contain the damaged DNA.
People can inherit damaged DNA, but mostly those damages happen by accident during the reproduction of the cells, or by something in our environment.
To reduce risk, it is advised that women maintain a healthy weight, be physically active, reduce alcohol consumption and breastfeed their children.There is a self breast exam, where a women can feel the breast for lumps or abnormalities. Click and zoom in the instruction sheet.
October is the month dedicated to breast cancer awareness. A pink ribbon is the symbol of breast cancer awareness.
The pink ribbon is associated with individual generosity, faith in scientific progress and optimistic attitude.
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Two of our team's crafters are supporting the pink ribbon effort and are dedicated to raise awareness.
How? They will donate percentage of their "October pink sales" to charity foundations for women with breast cancer. The donations will be made in early November.
Help these crafters make a big donation by buying beautiful handmade jewelry for you or your friends!
Visit their shops to find more beautiful creations and support her effort!
InkaFinland is offering 10% of the sales of her pink jewelry to the Finnish Roosa Nauha foundation.
Click here for more pink jewelry!
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| 0,65€ will be donated for this light pink buttons |
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| 0,90€ will be donated for the sale of this cute set |
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| 0,80€ will be donated if you buy this elegant earrings |
LooneyDimitraCrafts will donate 15% of the sales of pink treasures found in her shop to the Greek Foundation for Women with Breast Cancer.
Click here for more pink treasures!
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| 1.5€ will be donated for each pair of roses that you buy |
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| 2,60€ will be donated for each pair of pinky kitties |
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| 2€ will be donated for those playful pinwheels |
Yarn Creations from Sofia Sobeide
This is NOT your grandmother's crochet! Sofia from Sofia Sobeide has a fresh approach to her yarn creations. This young designer from Turku breathes fresh air into every piece she works on through her choice of yarns, colors, and patterns. She works hard to make wearable, fun products of a high quality that still have a cute twist to them.
She can keep you warm and cozy with soft, cuddly snoods, cowls, gloves and scarves. Yes, it is spring but the days are still cool here in Finland and scarves are worn pretty much year round. This lovely lacy scarf can be worn in different ways, and will definitely chase out the chill in the air and your heart.
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| Lacy Purple Scarf from Sofia Sobeide |
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| Skinny Scarflette with Flowers from Sofia Sobeide |
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| Sofia Sobeide's Bright Red Bow Headband/Cowl |
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| Amigurumi Snake by Sofia Sobeide |
Shop: Sofia Sobeide
Jewelry Shop: Sofia Sobeide Jewelry
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'Tis a Season with a Reason
Spring is slowly coming to Finland, and our thoughts are turning to flowers, Spring, and oh yes, EASTER! This is the season of rebirth, of freshness, and for many of reflection.
It's time put alway the drab old clothes and step out in beautiful new colors and accessories. We have a new member to our team that really understands what we all love at this time of year. Anna Matilainen paints her generously large silk scarves with the prettiest spring colors. Though she has custom knit cowls and scarves, it is her silk scarves that seem to satisfy the need for brightness the most.
Anna's lovely scarves need pretty earrings to set them off, and Marina from Marina's Wishes has several delightful choices. These lovely iridescent white mother of pearl earrings will go with so many spring outfits without being a distraction. Not only are they gorgeous, but they are also free of nickel,lead, mercury and cadmium.
Shop: Marina's Wishes
These are but a few of the spring and Easter items available from the Finland Handcrafters Team. We are a growing group of over 100 artisans based in Finland. Drop by and visit, shop, and enjoy!
It's time put alway the drab old clothes and step out in beautiful new colors and accessories. We have a new member to our team that really understands what we all love at this time of year. Anna Matilainen paints her generously large silk scarves with the prettiest spring colors. Though she has custom knit cowls and scarves, it is her silk scarves that seem to satisfy the need for brightness the most.
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| Great for Spring! |
Shop: AnnaMatilainenDesign
Anna's lovely scarves need pretty earrings to set them off, and Marina from Marina's Wishes has several delightful choices. These lovely iridescent white mother of pearl earrings will go with so many spring outfits without being a distraction. Not only are they gorgeous, but they are also free of nickel,lead, mercury and cadmium.
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| Iridescent White Mother of Pearl Earrings from Marina's Wishes |
This is also the season to muse or sketch. Sasha Kretova from Paper Plane Stationery has made a sweet floral book from 100% recycled materials and then hand-bound this book with a vintage floral fabric along the spine. What a perfect place to write your spring memories or even press flowers! It's a perfect size for your creative needs and yet still fits into a medium-sized bag.
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| Floral Bound Journal from Paper Plane Stationery |
Shop: Paper Plane Stationery
Elina Mäntylä of ValonaDesign has a whole different perspective on Easter and has crafted this unique and powerful Crown of Thorns candle holder. Her listing tells the story, "I came up with the idea of crown of thorns -candle holder years ago when I first got interested in rusty barbed wire at my grandparents farm. It shocked me to realize that something that strong came out in my hands so lightly. This happened on Easter time. I felt that I understood little more of the Easter because of the process. It seems that by creating things I sometimes get more understanding."
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| Crown of Thorns Candleholder from ValonaDesign |
While there is a deeply religious meaning to this candle holder, there is also a wonderful rustic air. It would be as much at home gracing your Easter dining room walls as it would in any casual western-themed room anywhere.
Shop: ValonaDesign
These are but a few of the spring and Easter items available from the Finland Handcrafters Team. We are a growing group of over 100 artisans based in Finland. Drop by and visit, shop, and enjoy!
Beanie on Helina - A Touch of Whimsy
Beanie on Helina is proof positive that well-crafted, sustainable lifestyle products don't have to be dull and boring. Kaisa Erkkilä works hard to combine good quality craftsmanship with great design and usability and adds just a touch of whimsy. She uses a lot of linen in her work. If you know this fabric, you also know that it just gets softer and more supple with every use. Her colors are a gorgeous range of neutrals with just enough color thrown in to keep things lively.
This roomy, practical tote bag will certainly brighten your day as well as help you lug those groceries home. Who says functional has to be dull and boring?
The pictures of each of her items are great. You can really see the detail and quality of each of her products right along with the passion and attention to detail.
One more touch of whimsy - the name! Kaisa says, "My shop name derives from a story from my childhood. When I was little girl I had a lovely pink beanie crocheted by my mom. I was quite a temperamental child and according to my dad, you could tell the mood I was in by the position of my beanie (if I was moody it was tilted, if I was happy it was on the back of my head...etc.) Also, my middle name is Helina." From her elegant designs and solid craftsmanship, her beanie is on the back of her head these days.
Kaisa has a regular website with beautiful pictures of her work along with a blog, written in both Finnish and English. Both are relaxing ventures into soft tones and just a bit of fun.
Beanie on Helina Website
Blog
Etsy shop
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| Delicious handcrafted turquoise linen pillowcover |
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| A whimsical tote bag featuring a Couple of Pears |
One more touch of whimsy - the name! Kaisa says, "My shop name derives from a story from my childhood. When I was little girl I had a lovely pink beanie crocheted by my mom. I was quite a temperamental child and according to my dad, you could tell the mood I was in by the position of my beanie (if I was moody it was tilted, if I was happy it was on the back of my head...etc.) Also, my middle name is Helina." From her elegant designs and solid craftsmanship, her beanie is on the back of her head these days.
Kaisa has a regular website with beautiful pictures of her work along with a blog, written in both Finnish and English. Both are relaxing ventures into soft tones and just a bit of fun.
Beanie on Helina Website
Blog
Etsy shop
Featured Store: Periphaeria Designs Jewelry and Cross stitching
Basically Periphaeria Designs concentrates on cross stitch designing, but as the Lady has got bitten by jewellery bug Periphaeria Designs @ Etsy is more or less dedicated to handmade stitcher's necessities and dress jewellery - and maybe an occasional subversive cross stitch pattern.
She also doe special orders (negotiated separately) of both jewellery/ stitcher's necessities and cross stitched items, but please, note that they take their time and place your request at least two weeks in advance with jewellery and month or two in advance with cross stitch items (bigger the request, longer the advance time).
Visit her store to see more products
Her Facebook page
Her blog
She also doe special orders (negotiated separately) of both jewellery/ stitcher's necessities and cross stitched items, but please, note that they take their time and place your request at least two weeks in advance with jewellery and month or two in advance with cross stitch items (bigger the request, longer the advance time).
Visit her store to see more products
Her Facebook page
Her blog
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