April will be here before we know it! That means National Handmade Day is almost here!!!
So we're using February's blog post to highlight some of our makers and the details of what to expect on the big day…
{click pics and graphics, to be taken right to that maker’s collection, a particular item, or to our facebook invite}
FROM SCRATCH FARM
I’m Amy. My biggest titles are “mom” and “maker.” But I’m also a chef, driver, photographer, developer, tester, bottler, labeler, social media manager, store owner, maid, pet caretaker, co-op director, blogger, order fulfillment associate, gardener, bestie, delivery person, and more! 😉
21 years ago- I became a MOMMA, and am now the mom to two young men. All of these years, I’ve wanted nothing but the best for my boys. I’ve changed what we eat and what products we use. I’ve tried hard to eliminate processed foods and toxins from our home. And as a single mom for the last 10 years, I’ve wanted nothing more but to be around as much as I can for the boys, and to set a good example for them. So I started a business!
11 years ago- I became a MAKER. Of natural, non-toxic, pampering, sudsy, moisturizing, detoxifying, eco-friendly, cleansing, and hydrating home, bath, and body products. To make a difference for our home, our health, our planet, for my new customers. It’s been an amazing decade of changing people’s skin!
7 years ago- I became a FOUNDER. I founded National Handmade Day. To celebrate makers! To bring awareness to handmade. To cheer on the artisans and artists. To shine a light on the quality and uniqueness of homemade goods. Viva la handmade!
5 years ago- I became a DIRECTOR. I started up Handmade on Main. A boutique handmade shop and a maker co-op. To give a home base to some of my favorite makers. To give them exposure, love, direction, wholesale and market opportunities, community over competition, and sometimes just a listening ear. To give them a space to have hands-on workshops. To provide them an online presence. To help their business grow.
For National Handmade Day, I’m having my annual buy more, save more sale!
Spend $25, take 10% off with coupon code HANDMADEDAY10
Spend $50, take 20% off with coupon code HANDMADEDAY20
Spend $75, take 30% off with coupon code HANDMADEDAY30
Spend $100+, take 40% off with coupon code HANDMADEDAY40
Plus, I’m doing my annual $10 rack. The very last of my favorite t-shirts will be marked down to just $10!
Click this pic to be taken to my collection. Browse, find your favorite items. And get ready for the big sale!
CRAZY PLANT LOVEE
"My love for plants goes back pretty far but after our second son was born I found joy in taking the time to really care for them. I started propagating my own and had so many that I began putting them into pretty much anything.
I was quickly running out of space to put them in my home and I wanted to continue my creative outlet. That’s when my business idea started. I wanted to have a creative nursery business using unique, vintage, up-cycled, and handmade items.
But, I didn't just want to sell plants. I wanted to foster the love of caring for them too. I think many people want to love plants, but remember how quickly they killed the last one. That shouldn’t hold anyone back from trying again. That’s why I offer a plant replacement policy. If you kill the plant, send me a message, meet me at my next market with your planter and we will re-pot it together. CPL also offers care cards, special instructions, and long term plant support to help. I want to be your Go-To crazy plant lady."
PUNCHOHOLIC
"Howdy, I'm Harper! I am the creator and designer of all things Punchoholic.
Punchoholic is a proudly Aggie-owned business based out of Texas. Gig 'em!
I started Punchoholic in early 2024 with the goal of revamping the punch needle world with more trendy and modern kits! With all of the wasted hours we spend scrolling on our phones, I noticed people looking for hobbies that are simple yet stimulating. Punch needling is the perfect craft to fill this need. Not only do you get an entertaining way to pass time but also a piece of art that you will be proud to display.
Are you ready to become a Punchoholic?"
ART & SOUL
"Hey Everyone! My name is Anastasia and I’m the creator of Art & Soul TX Design. I started my small biz in 2019 on Etsy with just a few sticker products that were mainly for Art teachers. I started this business because, as an Art teacher myself, I knew how difficult it was to find things made specifically for Art educators. At the time, planners were popular and I wanted to find cute Art teacher stickers to help me stay organized with my busy teaching schedule. As I shopped around, to my surprise, I couldn’t find any stickers for Art educators. I was only able to find stickers from other Etsy shops and they were generic Faculty Meeting and Report Card reminder stickers. I knew if I wanted something to help me keep track of my discovery days, Art district meeting reminders, and school Art shows, I had to take the plunge and create my very own products. That’s when I decided to learn how to create planner stickers. I taught myself how to draw graphic designs, how to transfer the design to the computer and crop them to the proper size, and how to print and cut them through Cricut software. I honestly thought this would have been easy, but it took me almost a year to figure out how to make stickers. I remember wanting to quit at one point, but thankfully, I didn’t, because I wouldn’t be where I am today!
I have branched out a lot since I started this journey. I joined Handmade on Main in 2022 selling only teacher vinyl and planner stickers. After three years in the shop, I expanded to magnets, t-shirts, lanyards, coloring books, and cards. My mission is to bring joy and happiness to teachers and Texas locals through my fun, colorful, and artsy vibe!"
FIRST CABIN CO
"Hi! I'm Elisabeth, the maker behind First Cabin Co. My brand started when I couldn't find the small gifts I was looking for. I design or create all the celebration kits, snarky award ribbons, and playful surprise balls. I hope I can brighten up your day (and someone else's) with a one-of-a-kind small gift they'll love! On National Handmade Day, I'll be offering you 20% of First Cabin Co. purchases of $20 when you use coupon code FIRSTCABIN. "
FOND BONE BROTH
Brewed like a beer, infused like a tea, sipped like espresso, our bone broth tonics are the surest way to level-up the flavor in ANY meal. Just replace water with bone broth in any recipe and you’ll be so FOND of the amazing flavor!
A Firm FONDation
FOND means foundation or base in French. Bone broth is the FOUNDATION of your culinary and nutritional lives. When creating our bone broth, we knew we needed to make a product that was one we would be PROUD to feed to our family – toddlers included. Formulated in our kitchen and now made shelf-stable through a gentle pressurized process, our customers can taste AND see the difference. Packaged in glass with custom illustrations from an Austin, Texas artisan, our eco-conscious packaging is something customers can feel good about using.
Our bone broth is super gelatinous and 100% free of gluten, sugar, carbs, and fats – all third party verified. Our bone broth has around 20 grams of protein per jar and is full of trace minerals you’ll be hard pressed to find in any other food.
We only source from verified regenerative farms where animals are never given synthetic hormones and are never fed any GMO supplemental feed. They graze their entire lives on pastures, free from pesticides, chemicals, and synthetic fertilizers.
Regenerative agriculture goes beyond organic farming, pasture-raised, and cage-free and adds conservation and rehabilitation of existing lands to create a healthier ecosystem as well as healthier animals and more nutrient-dense food.
In honor of National Handmade Day, each jar of Fond Bone Broth will be marked down to $11 on April 5th. Saving you $3 each!”
NUDA BOTANICA
Our mission is to inspire happier and healthier communities by connecting people with nature. Through our curated herbal teas and other aromatherapy products, we want to be that critical link between the environment and our hectic daily lives that is so easy to lose. We’re committed to supporting small and mid-size growers who are farming sustainably, to create blends packed with flavor and functional purposes.
Nuda Botanica makes small-batch herbal teas in Houston, Texas.
From ingredients to packaging, we strive to only use materials that have the lowest impact on the planet.
In honor and celebration of National Handmade Day, we’re offering a free tea infuser with every loose leaf tea purchase. While supplies last.”
THE PT SHOP
“The PT Shop was founded while I was in the depths of Physical Therapy school and needing an outlet for creativity. With an obsession with cute accessories to dress up my boring scrubs and love for doodling, the shop was created!
MIXY
"MIXY is the result of the desire to enjoy delicious craft cocktails at home. Over the years, we observed that the art of mixology is serious work. In order to make a perfect cocktail, you must study, craft, taste, and fine-tune recipes. But, who has time for that? In an effort to find something a little more approachable, but still just as fun, MIXY was born.
Founder Meredith created Mixy during a time when gathering outside the home was a bit difficult. Restaurants and bars were closed which meant delicious cocktails were scarce. Meredith created our original flavors, in her Dallas kitchen, with the help of her friends and family. After realizing how delicious her homemade cocktails were, she wanted to share them with everyone! Meredith wanted to give the rest of us the amazing at home experience she was able to create with Mixy.
MIXY makes craft mixology simple by providing handcrafted ingredients to make delicious drinks with a simple two-step process. Add 24 ounces of the spirit of your choice to the jar and let it infuse in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. The infused liquor can be enjoyed on its own, with our suggested mixers, or added to your favorite cocktail recipes. Each jar makes sixteen 1.5 oz. servings of infused liquor and can be infused twice for 32 servings.
Our MIXYs are good. Really good. But since MIXY started, the best part has always been the way these cocktail infusion kits bring people together. More than anything, we hope MIXY helps you create fun memories with your favorite people.
Cheers!"
COMPANY'S COMIN'
"Company's Comin' is more than just a food company; it's an artisanal culinary experience crafted with love and tradition. Our easy dinners are a testament to our commitment to delivering exceptional flavors while keeping convenience in mind. Each mix we offer is a family recipe, passed down through generations, ensuring that every bite carries a sense of nostalgia and authenticity. With meticulous care, we hand-spoon and hand-pack each mix, ensuring the highest quality and attention to detail. We understand that not everyone has the luxury of spending hours in the kitchen, which is why our mixes are designed to provide hassle-free meals without compromising on taste. By offering quick and delicious options, Company's Comin' is a lifestyle brand that is on a mission to bring families back to the dinner table, one mix at a time.
To celebrate, take $2 off each meal kit on National Handmade Day!"
WHAT TO EXPECT ON NATIONAL HANDMADE DAY!
We'll be open regular hours, 11am to 5pm.
Lots of our makers will be having amazing sales!
And Crazy Plant Lovee will be offering a crafty project...
Want more info on the big day? Click the graphic to be taken to our facebook invite.
Want to shop? Our website is up and running 24/7. www.handmadeonmainboerne.com
Or come see us, Tuesdays to Saturdays, 11am to 5pm.