Natural Selection Studio

While scrolling through Urban Outfitter's blog this morning, which I only started to follow because I fell in love with their DIY section full of inspirational do-it-yourself- goodness, I the images of some beautifully crafted and organically shaped bowls. Greg Gallegos of Natural Selection Studio is responsible for creating these beautifully crafted bowls. And, after further investigation, I find that Greg is an Etsy seller (go figure).



Via Urban Outfitters

Although I couldn't find any bowls similar to this on his Etsy profile, there are plenty other beautiful wooden vessels I wouldn't mind as a gift.



Via Greg



S-A-T-U-R DIY: clock

Remember the Solid Ho clock I posted about? Well, I made my own. Granted, it's no where near as professional looking, but I like the handmade, quaint quality of my clock. Although, sad to say, the clock itself stopped working.

I just made mine out of a piece of large card stock paper cut into as big a circle as I could neatly make. Then I lightly sketched out the shapes with a pencil, then did it over with a pen. Poke a hole in the middle for the clock, and there you have it, an amateurly made clock. Enjoy.



Via Knstrct



My version

         

S-A-T-U-R DIY: paper inspiration

I've been wanting to make  a paper chandelier for some time now, and I did recently finish a fortune teller pendant light, all I need to do is hang a light inside it. When comparing the two pictures side by side, I realize just how mediocre it looks. Oh well, I'm happy with my work. Instead of using all white paper, I gradually wend from white, to peach, to orange. Here's hoping it looks better when lit.



Via 3 R's



My version

     

Here's some other paper crafts I've been eying:



Via Omiyaga



Via 3 R's




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Via Ikea



Via Make Projects



Solid Ho Clock

I came upon this clock while mindlesssly scrolling through my tumblr. As soon as I saw it, I fell in love. After some looking around, and not finding where a potentially interested person could buy one, I decided to try and make this my next DIY project.


Via solid ho clock



Massive DIY Roundup

Ok, so I haven't really been blogging in a while, but I've been finding a lot of cool and inspiring DIY'sonline. Here's some to curb your DIY appetite.

dinosaur planter

basketball bag

prismatic shoes


hanging garden



pencil jewelry



camera nightlight



crocheted stool cover



personal fire pit



stitched pendant necklace



woven rug



motherboard clock



micro planters

moss graffiti

S-A-T-U-R DIY: mitten stuffed animal

I know it's very important for bloggers to source their information, but I find that aspect to be the most tedious and annoying aspect of blogging. Anyways....

Here's a really cute and simple looking tutorial on how to turn old knit gloves into cute little stuffed animal.


Via Pointless




Blogging for Me

I started up this blog because...well, I'm not entirely sure. I suppose it was because I had gotten inspired by other art, fashion, and DIY blogs that I follow. And I wanted to try my hand at it. So far my blog doesn't have much direction, but that's what practice is all about. I've been getting quite a few views, to my surprise. it may not seem like a lot to most, but 5 page views a day when I haven't written anything in days is a pleseant surprise to me. I know it'll take hard work to get my blog known, and I know there's still much for me to learn about blogging. This is just my start. And I'm writing this post more for my own benefit than anything.

I've been talking to some friends and other people who have seen the things I make or craft. They've all been very supportive and some have encouraged me to start up a small business, such as an online business. The only thing holding me back was my own doubt. But with the new year, I'm trying to improve myself and get rid of my self doubt. The mentality I hold now is, you never know until you try. So I'm going to try. 

The type of crafts and handmade goods that I make vary. I like to think of myself as an artistic person, and my interests in art range from painting to crocheting to cooking. I enjoy making things with my own two hands. And I love seeing people use and appreciate my crafts. Wallets, embroidered sweaters, necklaces, bracelets, hats, scarves, and paintings were some of the gifts I made this holiday season. And they were all welcomed with wide eyes and appreciation.

Now I'm doing my research on what makes a successful blog and online shop. Clear, beautiful pictures are a necessity for a good blog. And as for my online shop, I need  to offer something that is not easily offered. I need to find my niche.