MAKING IT SPECIAL ~ for MOTHER'S DAY

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Special art from my daughter

As children we knew that the things we made by hand were the best.  We delighted in these labors of love, and were especially careful to make gifts and cards for those who mattered to us the most.  Birthdays, Valentine's Day, and especially Mother's Day saw the results of our very best efforts.  But somewhere along the way, we decided that our art and handmade gifts lacked the polish, the beauty, or the sophistication (if not in word, we thought this in concept) of store-bought items.  We began to give the same gifts, and especially the same store-bought greeting cards that everyone else gave.

While it is true that we are not equally talented at drawing or sewing or sculpting, there are other ways to personalize a gift - to essentially do it yourself.  Gifts of homemade goodies, jellies and jams, basket-filled collections of personal favorites assembled to pamper the recipient (chocolates, coffees, bath toiletries…) - these are gifts that still have a personal touch.  And when we come to greeting cards, you can offer the unique, made priceless by authenticity; actually write the sentiment that you feel, rather than try to fit someone else's words to your own relationship.  Your mission?  To create a work that simply can't be discarded.  If we are really honest, it is the handmade ones, even from our children, that we find ourselves tucking away in that special drawer or file labeled "Save."

 

My grandmother painted watercolor flowers on birthday cards, and I assure you that those are among the treasures I have saved.  I tend to make collages, and I believe they are easier for those who do not have that flair for painting or drawing.  I have a stack of romantic magazines from which I clip especially for valentines, but greeting cards are easily constructed with scrapbook supplies and a plethora of vintage bric-a-brac.  Photos, vintage post cards, and book pages I prefer to scan and print, using the print in my collage rather than the actual vintage item.  That is, of course, a matter of taste and value. 

 

My interest in buttons is rooted in childhood days when my grandmother allowed me to make collages from her button collection and homemade paste (flour and water).  There are endless additional options for creativity - paper beads or small unstrung beads, ribbon, lace, fabric swatches, small envelopes for pockets, jewelry destash or small brooches.  

So embrace your inner child, check out some of the supplies available from the Potti Team and show your love in your own way this Mothers' Day!  

The recipients need not be limited to your mother.

Consider also your aunt, sister, daughter, a nurturing friend,  or maybe that special lady who wanted to be a mother, and just didn't get the chance.   

michele davidson

My six-year-old granddaughter's Mother's Day card for her mom.  (Guess who visited me this week?)

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The Potti Team Blog

One of the most exciting aspects of the Potti Team is our variety.  Some of the countries in which our members reside are Albania, Canada, England, Germany, Greece, Italy and Russia. Oh, and we have a few in America too!  These rich cultures bring a broad range of shopping opportunities from our team to the Etsy community, and to our team patrons.                               






In addition to our cultural diversity, the Potti Team offers a variety of shop philosophies.  Some of our members place premium value on their talents for the handmade, whether that be home décor, clothing, or personal decoration.  Others members offer vintage items, and this eclectica takes many forms.

As we approach Mothers' Day, those of us who are fortunate enough to have living mothers want to seek out a quality gift that suits and delights her. These are some items available from our team!  Our store  names down the left side of the blog are linked to our Etsy stores. Remember that we are all different, and enjoy your browsing!