New Kid on the Blog

Hello Handmade Loves,

My name is Kari van den Eikhof, and I am the artist behind Karing Vibes. A few months ago, I was featured as a guest blogger for Handmade Loves. Those posts were so fun to write, and the process provided me with a new avenue for creative expression. I am excited to announce that Handmade Loves has provided me with another fabulous opportunity. Starting this month, I will be the author of Thoughtful Thursday—right here on the Handmade Loves blog!

Through this blog, I hope to provide a supportive voice to my fellow creative spirits. Like many of you, I am an artist and owner of a small business. I experience the highs and lows of being a creative trying to market and advocate for myself. Fortunately, there are a lot of wonderful marketing resources out there—many can be found on Handmade Loves. But don’t forget about the driving force behind your business—YOU! Without some much-needed self-care, none of us can give our best.

This is where I want to focus my attention and voice. I want to create a space that speaks to the heart and soul of the Handmade Loves community—a place where artisans can come to find empowerment, motivation and the spark of curiosity. I want to address the important issues of self-acceptance, mental and emotional well-being, and the healing process of creative expression.

I am so grateful for this platform and the opportunity to be an advocate for the thousands of artisans who make up the Handmade Loves community. I want this blog to be inclusive, and as the name suggests—thoughtful! So I encourage you to comment and keep me updated on your thoughts. Let’s stick together and encourage one another!

Best wishes,

Kari van den Eikhof