UPDATE: Winners have been chosen! Congratulations to all! Cathryn Hanson won the Clair Ashley bracelet. Kim Gowdy won the True Leaf Collection bag. Laurel won the Cara Rosalie watercolour art. Denise Bryant won the Terre Ferme mug.
I have a deep love of all things handmade. I value and cherish the artistic expression, care and creative spirit that is within a handmade item, whether it is jewelry, pottery, watercolour art or stitchery. It is my honour to introduce you to 4 incredibly talented people, who are makers, artists, and owners of small businesses that will flourish with your support. Shopping small means shopping with a big heart. (Don’t forget to leave a comment to enter the Giveaway).
Meet Ashley Prodahl, the owner and designer behind True Leaf Collection. Not only does she make ALL the pretty bags (that could hold all my pens and paper), a portion of her profits is donated to Northern Animal Rescue to help abandoned furry friends in need.
My name is Ashley, and I am the creator behind True Leaf Collection. What started with making my own yoga mat bag has grown into making all kinds of bags designed for travel and inspired by nature! All of my designs contain some part of repurposed material, and a portion of each sale goes to help Northern Animal Rescue. Thank you for supporting local, handmade makers such as myself. [ Click HERE to visit Ashley’s Etsy Shop or check out her Instagram @true.leaf.collection ]
Meet Cara Rosalie Olsen , the visionary artist and writer behind Mollusk LOFT, whose exquisite botanical watercolour paintings will take your breath away.
Hello! I am a writer and artist, and most importantly, full-time mama to my daughter Hazel Gwen. I get by with a little caffeine, a lot of grace, and the support of my best friend and husband, Michael. I named my shop Mollusk LOFT because I am a Mollusk — which, by my own definition, is to say that I am soft-hearted, acutely-aware, intensely-feeling creature, with an insatiable desire to connect with others. I truly, truly hope for the opportunity not only to sell to you, but to know you, and discover YOUR art. [ Click HERE to visit Cara’s Etsy Shop and you can check out her Instagram @molluskgrl ]
I know you will LOVE the treasures that come from the hands of these 4 extraordinary artists and artisans. In fact, all have happily agreed to offer a giveaway of one of their unique handmade pieces! To be entered to win, comment below which item you would like as a gift: Clair Ashley bracelet OR Cara Rosalie’s watercolor botanicals OR Terre Ferme coffee mug OR True Leaf tropical bag / clutch. GOOD LUCK! ( 4 Winners will be chosen on Dec 15)
Connie N
December 7, 2017 at 5:33 pm (6 years ago)Thanks for enabling. Gorgeous stuff!!❤️
Connie N
December 7, 2017 at 5:34 pm (6 years ago)And I covet one of those coffee mugs most of all?
Lysa McCall
December 7, 2017 at 6:01 pm (6 years ago)Oh wow, Kelly!!! Gorgeous items and amazing gift ideas! So love each and every one of these artisans and their creations! Thank you so much for sharing with us! <3
Kamy M
December 7, 2017 at 6:07 pm (6 years ago)Thank you for this opportunity! I love them all, but I love the bag!
Fernanda Fatio
December 7, 2017 at 6:09 pm (6 years ago)Oh my! So hard to choose! They all are so talented and make gorgeous things. If I was to choose, I think I would love that “sisters” bracelets for my and my sisters.
Christine Henley
December 7, 2017 at 6:45 pm (6 years ago)The bracelets are just beautiful! I love all of these items!
Patty McClung
December 7, 2017 at 6:55 pm (6 years ago)Oh my! All are such talented ladies! How to choose?? Well, eeny meeny miney moe…a watercolor piece would be delightful! Thanks for the opportunity!
Amy Bollana
December 7, 2017 at 7:11 pm (6 years ago)Lovely stuff! I would love a Claire Ashley bracelet.
Deborah
December 7, 2017 at 7:12 pm (6 years ago)I love the pottery, one of my found passions. I wish I had room at my house for a pottery wheel and kiln!!
Charlene
December 7, 2017 at 7:23 pm (6 years ago)Luv,luv,luv the Clair Ashley bracelet
Kirstin W
December 7, 2017 at 7:26 pm (6 years ago)I love handmade gifts thank you for the recommendations the mug would probably be my most used item. Thanks again for sharing!
Denise Bryant
December 7, 2017 at 7:47 pm (6 years ago)Wow, all of these creations are amazing! But I hear a Terre Ferme Pottery coffee mug calling my name, so that would be my choice!
Anna
December 7, 2017 at 8:10 pm (6 years ago)All of these products arw gorgeous. If I had to choose one it’d be a necklace or bracelet by Claire Ashley.
Sandra Dickie
December 7, 2017 at 8:15 pm (6 years ago)Thanks for introducing us to these talented women and their beautiful products. The watercolour botanicals appeal to the gardener in me.
Mariam patel
December 7, 2017 at 8:31 pm (6 years ago)Ohh, they all are so gorgeous. I would like to win the watercolor botanicals!
Christine
December 7, 2017 at 8:34 pm (6 years ago)All of these items are beautiful, but my personal favorite is the Terre Ferme coffee mug. Thanks for the opportunity to enter this giveaway!
Susan carlson
December 7, 2017 at 8:37 pm (6 years ago)What a plethora of awesomeness! If I’m forced to choose one item from these artists I’d request a CR water color
JewelsB
December 7, 2017 at 9:08 pm (6 years ago)Claire Ashley Bracelet
Johni Komisak
December 7, 2017 at 9:11 pm (6 years ago)Thanks Kelly for great handmade gift ideas! That is the best kind to give and get. There is one thing I love more than pens and art supplies and that is jewelry! But because I just ordered a bracelet from Ashley last week I think I will go with the True Leaf bag, that I would love to win ?. I will definitely be adding these creative women to my places to shop!
Debbie Shuping
December 7, 2017 at 9:30 pm (6 years ago)All are gorgeous! I would love to own one of the bracelets.
Oanh
December 7, 2017 at 9:41 pm (6 years ago)Thank you for introducing us to these amazing artists and their beautiful works of art. I would live to win the True Leaf tropical bag/clutch.
Sheena Sibartie
December 7, 2017 at 11:07 pm (6 years ago)Awesome post. It’s so generous of you to showcase other artists ? I would truly love to get the CR’s watercolor botanicals. It’s so pretty.
Lori Mastrobuono
December 7, 2017 at 11:14 pm (6 years ago)Claire Ashley bracelet. But EVERYTHING IS AMAZING!
Margery C
December 7, 2017 at 11:21 pm (6 years ago)Oh, so hard to choose. They are all sooo talented. I would love a Claire Ashley bracelet.
Mary Jeane Davis
December 8, 2017 at 12:09 am (6 years ago)LOVE all of these beautiful works of art but the pottery is stunning!!!
Heidi Benjamin
December 8, 2017 at 5:07 am (6 years ago)Wow! Thanks for introducing these ladies to us. I’m interested in the true leaft tropical bag.
Renee Glendenning
December 8, 2017 at 5:42 am (6 years ago)They are all beautiful so much talent but I think I love the bracelets most of all.
Lori
December 8, 2017 at 6:16 am (6 years ago)I would love any of them, but sinceI have to choose, I choose a Terre Femme bracelet.
JULIET bEAVER
December 8, 2017 at 8:29 am (6 years ago)I adore all handmade things and keep attempting different mediums as well.
Would LOVE the True Leaf tropical bag/clutch.
Lisa
December 8, 2017 at 9:07 am (6 years ago)I love them all!!! Really love the bracelets!!❤️❤️
Jodi
December 8, 2017 at 11:35 am (6 years ago)I would be delighted to receive any of the items, they r all beautiful!!
Miranda
December 8, 2017 at 11:40 am (6 years ago)These are all gorgeous! I absolutely love handmade items. They are so much more special to know that someone worked so hard to create that beautiful piece. I would LOVE to win a Clair Ashley bracelet! They are definitely my style!
Karen Kaminski
December 8, 2017 at 11:45 am (6 years ago)Cara Rosalie is awesome!
Karen Kaminski
December 8, 2017 at 11:46 am (6 years ago)I would love Cara Rosalie’s work!
Stefanie B
December 8, 2017 at 12:33 pm (6 years ago)Thanks for spotlighting all these fabulous artists. I’m always on the lookout for quality handmade products. I must say Ashley’s bags are my faves since bags in general are my guilty pleasure…
Trina
December 8, 2017 at 2:49 pm (6 years ago)I love discovering new Canadian talent! Thanks for sharing. It’s tough to pick, but I think I’d have to go with a bracelet from Clair Ashley.
Gale
December 8, 2017 at 3:31 pm (6 years ago)So hard to choose when they are all so beautiful but I have to say those bags are calling to me! So gorgeous!
Katherine Chess
December 8, 2017 at 9:31 pm (6 years ago)They are all lovely but I would like a Claire Ashley bracelet!
Charlene
December 9, 2017 at 8:30 am (6 years ago)I would love a Clair Ashley bracelet, but a Terra Firme mug is a pretty close second.
Cathryn Hanson
December 10, 2017 at 11:31 am (6 years ago)What gorgeous gifts these would be!!! I love them all but I think I would pick those incredible bracelets!!!
Mary
December 10, 2017 at 7:34 pm (6 years ago)“Sisters” bracelets for my sisters! Thank you for this
opportunity <3
Laura
December 11, 2017 at 6:19 am (6 years ago)Beautiful, all of them. If I had to choose, it would be the bracelet.
Kelly D
December 11, 2017 at 10:46 am (6 years ago)I like the Terre Ferme coffee mug .
Nora
December 11, 2017 at 2:31 pm (6 years ago)Each and every one is a treasure – if I HAD to pick – I would go with the Terre Firme pottery.
Sara S
December 11, 2017 at 7:11 pm (6 years ago)The Clair Ashley bracelet is super cool!
Laurel
December 11, 2017 at 7:25 pm (6 years ago)Cara Rosalie’s watercolor botanicals are so gorgeous!! I am in awe of her talent, and how wonderful of you -Kelly – to help showcase other artists and makers – such a great way to build community!!
Kim Gowdy
December 11, 2017 at 9:03 pm (6 years ago)I swoon over great bags… True Leaf Collection would be my top pick
Christy Miller
December 13, 2017 at 6:58 am (6 years ago)They are ALL wonderfully talented women, but I’d have to choose a Clair Ashley bracelet. What an awesome giveaway, Kelly! 🙂
Jackie S
December 13, 2017 at 7:25 am (6 years ago)Such amazing creations. I especially like the Clair’s jewelery
Raye
December 13, 2017 at 7:29 am (6 years ago)The bracelets are my choice!!
Carla Lee
December 6, 2020 at 3:40 pm (3 years ago)One certainly can never go wrong with any kind 9f handmade gift, there is a gift just in knowing the effort that went into it! The are certainly my choice to give and receive.