DIY: Eco-Friendly Handmade Gifts

DIY upcycled sweater stockings

Are your fingers feeling itchy to craft? Then get those digits to work!

To get your creative juices flowing, I’ve assembled my all-time most popular DIY tutorials for you to peruse through. Click on any of the photos below to read the full set of instructions on how to make these practical and design-savvy eco-friendly gifts for the holidays.

After all, nothing’s more festive and heartfelt than something that’s handmade with love!

dit printed eco gift wrap

diy orange spice face scrub face scrub

diy upcylced sweater leg warmers

homemade cheek and lip stain

embellished heart elbow patch sweater

diy sweater bracelets

My Christmas Wishlist

When shopping this holiday season there’s nothing better than scooping up items that are handmade, vintage or sustainable. Not only does it mean you’re supporting a smaller business, you’re also promoting a greener economy.

With that in mind, I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorites off Etsy. Here’s my own whimsical wishlist:

Etsy Treasury: christmas wishlist

What’s on your holiday wishlist? Are you dreaming of something vintage or handmade? Share links to your favorites in the comments.

Inspiration: Glitter & Gold

Glitter and Gold: Design Inspiration

Oh – the holidays. Tis the season for lights to go up, leaves to come down and for us to be jovial and filled with cheer! One of my favorite things to do this time of year is walk through my neighborhood gazing up at all the elegantly dressed homes, twinkling with warm white lights, casting a cozy mood onto entire blocks at a time.

The soft luminescence of the season made me think about my favorite obsessions of late: gold and glitter. Caitlin and I used these two elements in our Renegade set-up, and the final results aesthetic lingers in my creative abyss. How can I incorporate this warm hue and sparkling touches into my designs? I haven’t figured it out quite yet – but did curate a collection of items off Etsy and Pinterest that grabbed my attention.

Enjoy!

Gold Star Urchin by Kissa Design
Gold Paper Heart Confetti by Paper Whispers
Gold Glitter Deer Garland by Steph Loves Ben
Pop of Color vintage sweater from Pierogi Picnic
Milk Glass Vase Candles by Fresh Pastry Stand
Gold Glitter from 8 Days of Treasures
All that Glitters Garland by Willow Boutique
Vintage Brass Figurine from Compost This

Giving Back

Our foster dog Apple modeling with me.

Our current foster dog Apple modeling with me.

Tis’ the season for shopping, eating and looking at sparkly things. Many of us become caught up in the fast paced rush of the holidays, that we forget that it’s a time to focus on joy, peace and love. The greatest love of all is that which manifested in Jesus’s birth – which is indeed the reason for the season. But how can we, with all the distractions and chaos, re-focus on making it a time of substance? Continue reading

Designs: Sir Cycle in Stock!

Sir Cycle: Eco Upcycled Men's Cowl Hoodie by Pierogi Picnic

Sir Cycle, definitely my most popular design of the season, is now in stock and ready to ship!

I have several of these super warm and chic men’s hoodies remaining from last weekend’s Renegade Craft Fair. Those of you who are doing your holiday shopping can now skip the wait for a custom order and buy one that has already been created!

Check out my Etsy shop here to scoop one up before they’re gone!

Item of the Week: Grunge Love Tote

It’s Cyber Monday – which means only one thing – today is the day to get your virtual shopping done for the season! And if you’ve been eyeing a Pierogi Picnic piece or two, check out the mix and match deals that you can use until midnight tonight on anything in my shop, including cute new designs like “Grunge Love.

This adorable tote bag was made using pre-loved flannel fabric which was bogarted from a vintage skirt. Cut up and resewn into a pint-sized purse,  the plaid print, over-sized bow and fun fringe make it a great piece for everyday toting or as a gift for that eco-conscious cousin who’s on your holiday shopping list. There are only two of these beauties available – so snatch one up before it’s gone for good!

Sale: Let the Fun Begin!

Congratulations – you survived Thanksgiving and now have loads of time to lounge, digest and do some online holiday shopping! In true spirit of the season – Pierogi Picnic is bringing you deals that you can mix and match starting today until Monday, November 26th .

Spend $65 or more in my Etsy shop this weekend and you can utilize the following coupon code for free shipping anywhere in the world: THANKSGIVING1

Before you checkout – be sure you use this coupon code for 20% off your entire purchase, which can include vintage, ready-made and custom items: THANKSGIVING2

All shoppers who spend $100 or more with us this weekend will also receive a free tote with their purchase! Great as an extra goodie for yourself or use it as a gift for someone else!

Happy shopping!