Handmade Canada: Summer

The first long weekend of the warmer weather is finally here. And we've got all the summer vibes. Locked down or not... a long weekend is welcomed with opened arms. That extra day off, to just do whatever, is the best. And, we've rounded up some long weekend must haves from the marketplace, and Instagram, that we think you're going to love. So, while you're relaxing and soaking up some sun (hopefully) this weekend, pop on over and do a little shopping too. Here's just a few of the items we think you'll love for the long weekend and all summer through:

Spring + Summer Scrunchies


Little Dove Cornwall Photo: Tender Moments Photography

What a fun line up - every things makes us think of summer. From hanging by the beach or pool, to shopping at the local markets or just having some summer fun. Little accessories that make everything feel sunny and bright as well. Be sure to pop over to Handmade Canada or our Instagram (@HandmadeCanada) to shop even more fun summer and long weekend handmade items.

HC ♡

Thursday, May 20, 2021 No comments

Well, well, well. Summer has been way too good to us in Eastern Ontario, with all of this sunshine and next to no rain. We've been enjoying it as much as possible, while social distancing, but also missing a little bit of the fun local shops that we would normally take off for the day and venture to. So, in an effort to get some support out to the makers across Canada, we took to Instagram, once again, and asked you to tag us in all of your summer items. Well, let us tell you, they most certainly didn't disappoint and we have so many fun makers to share with you.

Looking to do some fun summer shopping before it's all over... and of course, to support a local handmade Canadian business? We've got you covered with over 20 makers to choose from - let's get started:

Floral Bird Top from Little Blessings

Little Blessing

Summer Matching Masks + Scrunchies from Silver Button

Silver Button

Leather Wallet Sash from Hyde Ends Leather

Hyde Ends Leather

Summer Tee + Shorts from Bear & Roo

Bear & Roo

Oversized Tee Dress from AnnaLilly Kids

AnnaLilly Kids

Grunge Rainbow Sweater from Second of November

Second of November

Postponed Wedding Tumbler from &Sons

&Sons

Summer Floral Scrunchie from E M M E

E M M E

Alternative Punk Vibe Clothes from Kingdom Clothing

Kingdom Clothing

High Waisted Skirt from Victoria Grace Vintage

Victoria Grace Vintage

Rose Quartz + White Lava Stone Bracelet
from JMN Handmade

JMN Handmade

Fun Coin Purses from Sew Much Love

Sew Much Love

Custom Summer Labels from Simple Sister Craft Co.

Simple Sister Craft Co.

Summer Hair Bows from Three Little Joules

Three Little Joules

Fun Face Masks from LauLauBird

LauLauBird

Ice Cream Set from Create & Play Co.

Create & Play Co.

Wood Toy Popsicle Set from Ark Wood Toys

Ark Wood Toys

Flamingo Hair Bow from Pink Peony by Kirsten's

Pink Peony by Kirsten

Watermelon Coaster Set from Orchid Valley

Orchid Valley

Little Girls Tunic from Finn and Ark

Finn and Ark

Ladies Floral Tee from Fawn + Feather

Fawn + Feather

Watermelon Key Chains from Bellissima Resin Art

Bellissima Resin Art

Lemon Earrings from Prairie Clay

Prairie Clay

Wool Vegetable Play Set from Wool Food

Wool Food EMH

So many fun Canadian handmade items. And the best part... they all transition so well from spring to fall. Each handmade business has so much talent - be sure to check out a few and support those small companies from a distance, as we still navigate through the many restrictions of isolating. And as always, you can support so many small shops by popping by our Instagram - Handmade Canada.

HC ♡

Sunday, August 09, 2020 No comments

It's feeling like mid July around here and we thought it would be fun to put together a little printable just for summer. We may just have to do a few of these over the next couple of months, as summer time prints are way too fun. We love how bright and cheery they can make your space feel, and this hello sunshine lemon print is no exception. We put this together quickly with lemonade and sunshine in mind.

Free printable hello sunshine lemons print

If you're new around here, we've been trying to offer one free print a month. It's a fun little item that we think will be fun for you to add to your home, office, workspace, wherever you find suitable. If you have any ideas for us to put together, just let us know. We'd love to hear and see what we can do.

How cute are these lemons in the kitchen. So much fun... we love how quick prints can change up a space and for very little money. You can literally print at home, or send to your local printer or Staples and get it printed in larger formats or on heavier stock paper. Either way, slap a quick frame on it and hang or lean it on a wall in your favourite space.

Alright time to get some sunny lemons of your own, click here to download.

Hello Sunshine Lemons Printable - Download

Like always - if you use it, let us know. We really love seeing that you enjoy these free prints and put them to good use. Plus we love decor as much as we love handmade items. You can tag us in your images on social media or leave a comment below telling us all about your new prints home. Oh, and be sure to share the fun with your friends, they'll love you for it. Now off to enjoy some of that sunshine, record breaking temperatures and an ice cold glass of lemonade.

HC ♡

Thursday, May 28, 2020 No comments

We had a beautiful weekend and it got us thinking about Summer being just around the corner. We can't wait - despite a different pace and scenery, it's just nice to finally have some warm weather and to be able to get outside and enjoy it. We thought it would be fun to gather a few DIYs for Summer that are fun for around the home and enjoying the weather that is quickly coming for us. So we took to Pinterest and have gathered seven do it yourself ideas that we think would be fun to try and make hanging out around the home, even more fun this summer.

Summer Watermelon Mason Jar Drinking Glass + Party Ideas | Kara's Party Ideas

Ahh... so cute. These watermelon mason jar drinking glass are the cutest and fun for the whole summer. Kara's Party Ideas nailed it, along with a whole fun summer watermelon themed party, with the cutest decorations. Even though large parties may be cancelled, this is too cute not to share and try, just for something fun to do at home on the weekend with family.

Summer Watermelon Mason Jar Drinking Glass from Kara's Party Ideas

Garden Hose Wreath | Redhead Can Decorate

How fun is this? With a garden hose and a few simple items from the dollar store, this fun project will make your front door super adorable without breaking the bank. We just love how simple yet summery it is, plus pretty easy to put together. The yellow and green accents are fun, but this would definitely work with something different... which colours would you choose?

Garden Hose Wreath from Redhead Can Decorate

DIY Macrame Hanging Planter | Brit + Co

Isolation has us spending extra love and attention on the house plants, that dressing them up with a cute macrame hanging planter sounds like the perfect idea. How cute are these? We just love the colours and the simple tutorial. An easy addition to any room or outdoor space that would be summer fun for the summer.

Macrame Hanging Planter from Brit + Co

Painted Watercolor Pillow | TIDBITS

These pillows are all the fun that summer should be. Just look at the different pops of colours and how fun and cheery they look. We can see these hanging out on a cute white accent chair, on an outdoor macrame hammock or even a fun kids space. A cute idea to create a quick summer look.

Painted Watercolor Pillow from TIDBITS

DIY Watermelon Serving Tray | Oh So Beautiful Paper

Watermelons always remind us of summer, and this cute tray is no exception. How fun would this be indoor or out? So easy to make and absolutely the perfect piece of decor for many spaces around the home. If you give this one a try, we'd love to see it. So much fun and would go great with the watermelon drinking jars we mentioned earlier.

Watermelon Serving Tray from Oh So Beautiful Paper

DIY Summer Popsicle Sign | Everyday Jenny

This is too fun. Popsicles are a favourite summertime treat around here and we love how cute they look in this summer home decor. We think changing out art and signs is a quick way to change the look of a room and decorate for the holidays. This sign is sure to get anyone ready for summer and all of the fun that it brings.

DIY Summer Popsicle Sign from Everyday Jenny

DIY Summer Banner Tutorial | Today's Creative Life

Because we love signs that much, we had to share another. Just pick out the your favourite summer printed paper and have your own personalized look in no time. We love how simple yet cute this summer sign is and think its another that would be perfect almost anywhere around the home. Too cute not to share.

DIY Summer Banner Tutorial from Today's Creative Life

Summer Painted Planters | The Crafted Sparrow

And lastly, but still just as fun as the rest, are these painted planters. Plants add fun to any room and adding these planters makes it even more fun. So summery and easy to make, we bet you won't be able to make just one. A quick and affordable project that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Summer Painted Planters from The Crafted Sparrow

We can't wait for summer, to try some of these super fun DIYs, and to create a fun space to hang out in, even if we can't have our friends over for a little bit longer. We hope you try a couple yourself and let us know how they turned out. We'd also love to know what your plans are for this summer - what fun ideas do you have for making the most of it in lockdown? Let us know in the comments below - we'd love to hear from you!

HC ♡

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Tuesday, May 26, 2020 No comments

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Floral Bird Top from Little Blessings

Summer Matching Masks + Scrunchies from Silver Button

Leather Wallet Sash from Hyde Ends Leather

Summer Tee + Shorts from Bear & Roo

Oversized Tee Dress from AnnaLilly Kids

Grunge Rainbow Sweater from Second of November

Postponed Wedding Tumbler from &Sons

Summer Floral Scrunchie from E M M E

Alternative Punk Vibe Clothes from Kingdom Clothing

High Waisted Skirt from Victoria Grace Vintage

Rose Quartz + White Lava Stone Braceletfrom JMN Handmade

Fun Coin Purses from Sew Much Love

Custom Summer Labels from Simple Sister Craft Co.

Summer Hair Bows from Three Little Joules

Fun Face Masks from LauLauBird

Ice Cream Set from Create & Play Co.

Wood Toy Popsicle Set from Ark Wood Toys

Flamingo Hair Bow from Pink Peony by Kirsten's

Watermelon Coaster Set from Orchid Valley

Little Girls Tunic from Finn and Ark

Ladies Floral Tee from Fawn + Feather

Watermelon Key Chains from Bellissima Resin Art

Lemon Earrings from Prairie Clay

Wool Vegetable Play Set from Wool Food

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