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Reshma Sandell of AhKriti draws inspiration from India, where she was born and raised, to create beautiful handmade jewelry for iCraft. Her work’s rich colours and unique designs can complement any outfit. Reshma candidly describes her journey to becoming a jeweler and her creative process.

Please tell us about yourself.

I now live in Mississauga, Canada with my husband and two beautiful daughters. I... Read more

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• In the Spotlight

Nothing can highlight your product like a picture, and a truly professional picture not only shows off your items, it can help move them off your shelves quickly. High quality photographs are an investment in your creations; they say that the creator believes in their products and can often sell the products themselves.

Getting your products photographed professionally is a wonderful investment, but not always... Read more

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• Art & Photography

March Break is rapidly approaching and it is the perfect time for families to venture out to sunny beaches, snowy slopes or on day trips in the area.

This year we have been blessed with a lot of snow. For active families who love to snowboard, ski or toboggan, iCraft sellers have many items that will keep your family warm on even the chilliest days. From the funkiest hat that will keep you styling to... Read more

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• Great Finds

There have been a lot of changes in my work since the last time I posted here. Jewelry is still my #1 product, however, I have now moved into home furnishings and furniture as well.

What started as a jewelry making business eventually led me to French-inspired furnishings. Essentially I am using old barn wood to repurpose a bench or taking shells found on a local beach to reframe a mirror. I do this for both... Read more

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• Eco-friendly Living

If you’ve been hit by a cold winter snap, you may not feel very fabulous. It’s time to brighten up your dull days of winter with unique handmade jewelry from iCraft in fun designs that can help pull any girl out of the winter blues. Wear them together or separate, for formal or informal occasions.

Silver Seed Bead Vintage Button Wire Wrapped Ring

This tangled bunch of silver beads sits on a... Read more

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• Fashion & Style

You have to see these shoes to believe them. Super wedged, super high heels are apparently in style.

Since when did “in style” mean “we are trying to kill you?” Do the designers just want to laugh at us? I don’t get it but feel free to enlighten me.

Photo credit: Rhinestone And Flower Wedge Shoes on hawaiikawaii.net

See more Crazy Wedge Shoes on Google Search. Read more

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• iCraft Current

About 27 years ago, I was introduced to Shakti Gawain’s book “Creative Visualization”. Reading it drastically changed the way I live my life. Do we really have control over our destinies just by visualizing our dreams and thinking positive, affirming thoughts? Reflecting on my own life, my answer definitely is:” Yes, we do!” I have proven it to myself many times.

In the... Read more

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• Just for Fun

Men often think that ladies expect red roses, fancy chocolates or expensive jewelry on Valentine's Day. I think that's because retailers plaster so many ads all over the place giving them this idea. In fact, I've heard from some men that they belive Valentine's Day was invented by store owners to ensure people spend some money after Christmas shopping is over.

Unfortunately, Valentine's... Read more

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• Holidays & Occasions

You could say that David and Sally Shaw-Smith represent not only the history of hand crafts but also the future. Their world - acclaimed HANDS documentary series featured in their store captures a disappearing way of life for a people, their hand crafts and their country of Ireland.

Each of the 37 documentaries beautifully capture the traditional Irish crafts in their natural surroundings. Thanks to David... Read more

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• In the Spotlight

(This is a free preiew of one of our films from The HANDS Series - Cavan Cabinetmakers DVD . Feedback appreciated)

The Robinson brothers, Tom-Joe, Charles and Michael from Milltown, Co. Cavan demonstrate superb craftsmanship in making a dining room furniture set in the 18th century Regency style. Using a lathe, Michael turns the backs of the chairs from a single piece of wood. Charles designs and cuts the... Read more

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• All Things Crafts