5 Reasons Why Happiness is Handmade

Happiness is handmade… why is that true to so many people?  Here are 5 reasons to buy handmade:

Ever heard the phrase “happiness is handmade?”  It seems to be a true sentiment to a number of people.  There’s something unsurmountable about that special handmade scarf you just had to buy at the local craft show – even though there are similar (albeit, lesser quality) scarves on the shelves at big box stores for a fraction of the price.   There’s just something about a handmade product that makes it so *special* -- and we think we know why!  Here are 10 reasons why happiness truly is handmade:

1. Quality of product (as mentioned early) is one of the many reasons why happiness is handmade.  An artisan spent their precious time on a one-of-a-kind piece especially for a special customer such as yourself to come along and purchase.  Attention to detail and scrutiny over the quality of the handmade product make a handmade item truly special.
2. Supporting the livelihood of an individual / artisan’s family rather than throwing additional money at a big box store is a prime reason why happiness is handmade.  So many artists are deserving of your hard-earned money as they are doing good work to support themselves and their families.  The money you spend on a handmade item pays for a little girl to take ballet lessons and food to be put on a table.
3. Giving a handmade gift is a giving a thoughtful gift.  Your friends and family members are more than deserving of unique gifts – and handmade products offer a unique, one-of-a-kind gift-giving experience!  No 2 handmade products are made in the exact same way, so you’ll never have to worry about giving the same gift as someone else!
4. When you buy handmade, you are supporting an individual who actually loves what they do.  With your support, more and more people will be able to do what they love to make a living.  You are spreading happiness and positivity every time you purchase a handmade item!
5. Handmade items are aesthetically pleasing – artists have an eye for design, so handmade products showcase beautiful colors and well thought-out designs to create a handmade masterpiece.  From embellishments to color choices, the talent an artist has in picking a good design is next to none.