We are proud to present our final FuZion Finds of 2008. We will now begin to feature artisans from handmade fuzion and an upcoming BLOG CONTEST!!!
We hope that you've enjoyed our picks and they've helped in your decision to buy handmade for the holidays.


Todays finds:



Iridescent Purple Peyote Bracelet - This peyote bracelet is beadwoven with beautiful, tiny Japanese seed beads in iridescent purple. Smaller seed beads are woven along the edges to give this bracelet a nice delicate frame. The closure is by a brass ornamented box clasp.








Permanent Origami Bride and Groom Earrings on Wedding day - The dresses are white with sparkles. They are hard to photograph in a manner that shows the details and keeps them looking white.Each tiny garment has been made permanent and durable with many layers of polymer sealant.They are very light and comfortable to wear.Each tiny dress is 1 and 1/8 inches tall and the fullest part of the skirt is also 1 and 1/8 inches.

Country Dogs- PRINT 8 x 10" - This eclectic trio of dogs are having a country music hoe-down! The black poodle is on fiddle; the bloodhound is on banjo and the Alaskan Malamute is on guitar; Yee-haw!This is a print from my original painting; "Dog Hoe-Down".It was printed by my Epson R1800 printer on 8.5 x 11" Epson Ultra Premium Matte Paper . This acid-free 100% paper is lovely and enhances the vibrant colors of this print. I have signed and dated it in pencil beside the image.

Todays Finds brings us only 2 posts away from our final FuZion Finds for the year. We've enjoyed bringing you amazing creations from our talented artisans, but it's time to move on and meet some of the amazing people behind the art. Our 25th Daily pick will be our last for the year.

Without any further delay our Fabulous Finds:

Four Christmas Cards - These cards are simple, but really pretty. I bought the tags that are on the front from an Etsy seller, then put them on these cards. Perfect for the holidays!
The cards measure 5.5" by 4" and come with envelopes. The insides are blank for your personal message.

Mineral Makeup Starter Kit - This seven-piece starter kit is a fabulous way to introduce yourself to mineral makeup. It's packed with everything you need to achieve a radiant, flawless-looking face, including an instructional CD that explains precisely how to apply each product!♦ 30 Gram Jar Foundation (choose from color chart)♦ 10 Gram Jar Blush (choose from color chart)♦ 10 gram Jar Bronzer OR Glow Powder (choose ONE)♦ 30 Gram Jar Clear Setting Powder♦ Makeup Case♦ All Purpose VEGAN Face Brush (Handle color may vary) ♦ Mineral Makeup 101 Instructional CD

Hot Pink Skulls Baby Burp Blankie - This is a super cool Hot Pink Skull burp blankie with tags. Made from high quality cotton fabric, chenille, minkie and jumbo ric rack. These are perfect stylish burp cloths that grow with your baby into a favorite blankie to tow around town. Four triple sewn tags are safe and fun for your little one.

Sorry for the delay in posts. Janice had difficulty with her internet connection. What a mess.


We have some beautiful finds for today!!! Perfect for gift giving and just in time for the holiday!


Scented Strawberry Ice Cream Scoop Charm - Finally...entirely guilt free ice cream is here! One super realistic scoop of strawberry ice cream in a fluted ceramic bowl. This charm hangs by a sterling silver jump ring. Soooo cute. Scent - Strawberry Ice Cream. All items can be unscented as well.




Square Effects - Classic Retro circles black and gray necklace and earrings - The weather may be turning colder in the northern hemisphere, but you can still heat up the night with this funky, retro necklace and earrings set.The necklace features faceted round crystal beads of black and true grey as well as smooth round and coin-shaped black glass beads interspersed with solid silver twisted rope rings. At a luxurious 26" (66cm) finished length, this necklace is one continuous circle with no beginning or end. This one slips easily over your head to dress up that little black dress or bring a little bit of class to jeans and a t-shirt.


Lady Snowman Lampwork Bead Pendant/Charm - This Ms. Snowman lampwork bead pendant was handmade by me, Amy, in my home studio. It measures approx 2 inches or 52mm long. It has sterling silver findings, including a lobster claw so that it may be clipped on to many things in addition to being a pendant.I use Moretti, Vetrofond, Lauscha, Bullseye, and Reichenbach glass types. My beads are kiln annealed for strength and durability. Even though they are properly annealed, it is still glass and needs proper care especially when there are ears, appendages, petals, etc.

Although we enjoy blogging about items that we adore, we will be discontinuing the featured items after the 25th Daily Pick comes out.

We are doing this to make room for a Full Featured Artisan Interview!

Today's Fabulous Finds are:




Exotic Breeze Hydrating Body Scrub - Submerge yourself in the center of an island orchard with 360 Skin Care’s Exotic Breeze Hydrating Body Scrub. Moisturize dry weather beaten skin and maintain your skin’s elasticity with nutrients found in Apple extract. Apples are also a natural source of Alpha Hydroxy Acids, which peel away old layers of dead skin and reveal fresh skin cells. Conditon your skin with rich oils to improve your skin’s appearance while restoring youth and radiance to the largest organ on your body, your skin.


Choose Your Initial Assorted Mix of Handpainted Monogrammed Ceramic Tile Pendant Necklaces - This listing is for ONE handpainted pendant in your choice of initial and design. Each pendant was handpainted on a 1" ceramic tile using bright fun colors in patterns that will be sure to get noticed! Perfect for gift giving or treat yourself to a little extra something special!Several layers of sealer have been applied for protection and fabulous glass-like shine!!! A sterling silver plated bail has been attached to the back and will come complete with a 16" ribbon with a lobster claw clasp in your choice of black, white, hot pink, light pink, light lime, yellow, and chocolate.

Wonderland Shea Butter Cold Process Soap - When I made this soap, I wanted to encompass all the flavors of the holidays, and then came upon Peppermint and Fir Needle essential oils. These two oils, when combined, make one heavenly bar of soap. The scent reminds me of candy canes on a christmas tree...a real christmas tree..not a plastic one, mind you! Dense rich creamy lather here!

Todays finds are just beautiful. Take a moment and enjoy the view of these amazing handmade items while perhaps sipping some tea or hot cocoa.


Red Glass with Black Floral Etching - This choker/necklace is to die for!This choker/necklace consists of gorgeous 8mm x 20mm rectangular dark red glass beads with floral etching that's enhanced with black on BOTH sides. The dark red glass beads are separated by Swarovski 4mm bicone crystals in hematite (shimmery black) and Swarovski 4mm crystal pearls in white.



Personalized Sterling Silver Affirmation Pendant - I make these pendants by first carefully handwriting your chosen word in sterling silver wire, then creating a thick gauge sterling wire frame to set it in. I then burnish and harden the piece for durability and shine. The size of your pendant will vary based on the number of letters, Peace as shown is about 1 inch.These are made to order with whatever word or name you would like, up to 10 letters.


Butterfly Blues Ring - A fine silver (.999) Butterfly Ring embellished with vibrant glass enamels. The band on this ring has a whimsical botanical design and measures 5/8 in width. The rectangular face of the ring is 5/8 x 7/8 of an inch. The ring pictured here is a size 8 1/2 but can be custom made to your size. The design and color will vary for custom orders.

As we get closer to the holidays it becomes more and more exciting to select these items for you. We hope you enjoy this gift guide service we're providing. Handmade FuZion has so many fantastic artisans and amazing items listed. We are proud to bring these items to you today!


Will you be my fairy princess? - A colorful storybook scene has been woodburned on this arched door topper!Prince Charming offers a crown to the lovely Princess with all the tiny forest people gathered around them. The Prince wears his best blue robe to make his proposal. The Princess sits atop a mushroom with a sweet expression. Her long lavender gown and accessories compliment her long flowing hair.

Waverunner Cuffs - If you're familiar with my overall body of work, then you know how much I love big cuffs! But every now and then two small ones can serve the same purpose. These two brass mini waverunners were made by me and my trusty hydraulic press. They each measure about 1/2 wide.

Dance of Light II - Dance of Light II exemplifies what the Dance of Light series creations seeks to express. Dance of Light curves and flows with the energy of graceful movement, illuminated.Light sculpture is created by a process of natural flexible wood reed shaped and glued into a form with a white tissue papier mache process applied over it in layers. A small candelabra light fixture is mounted inside. Each light sculpture is one of a kind and no two light sculptures ever seem to go together the same way, including the mounting of the light inside.

***CYBER MONDAY***

Indulge yourself in a wonderland of handmade items that are sure to delight your family and friends! Interact with your artisan today and get that perfect gift!


FuZion Finds today are:


Adorable handknit Red Hat - This adorable hat will be the perfect gift for your special little Princess. She will look so cute and be so warm too. Hand Knit by me using knitting needles, with a nice fold-up brim and 5 soft cables that run from brim to crown.






Peppermint Loofa Soap - Use this soap to really scrub those areas with dry skin - great for your feet, but can be used anywhere. Use this soap on your feet and follow with our rich shea butter foot cream. You won't be disappointed.









Snow Bear Plush - Snow Bear is here just in time for the holidays and is ready to play! His arms are ready for lots of cuddles and he sits up on his own pretty well for all kinds of imaginative play. He has a super round belly and blue eyes that have been hand sewn, so that there are no parts to fall off. He has been made with the utmost attention to detail and highest quality, so he could be treasured by bear lover's of any age.

I just watched in awe the new category scroller on Handmade FuZion and thought... how much easier it will be to pick the FuZion Finds!!

Here they are:

Modern Pipe Table - This great table can also be used as a bench in the right setting. it is made from steel pipes hand cut and welded. it stands around 18 inches tall, and is 3 feet wide. it is finished with a clear coat to prevent rusting. This table is custom made and will be made when it is orderd.

Love Wraparound Explosion Scrapbook Album Paper Piecing - ''Always Forever''Scrapbook Explosion Wraparound BoxA beautiful album or gift for that special person in your life. The album will hold approximately 24 photos. Your photos will slide nicely under the ribbons on the photo mats.

Cocktail Girl - Set of 4 - These adorable coasters are trendy, chic and F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S! They make the perfect gift for the ever-so classy gal pal.... or simply use them as table decor... they'll absolutely WOW everyone.Each coaster is made with a snow white ceramic tile measuring 4.25" X 4.25". Each background is layered with a fabulous Cilla Rose image. They're so chic... you'll want them all. **SET includes 4 coasters.

We hope everyone had a fabulous Thanksgiving! We had quite an adventure with 31 people, a football game (with some out of shape husbands) a few injuries and an 18th birthday party!!!

For those of you, who like us are home for Black Friday, take a peek at these Fabulous FuZion Finds.

Hospital Take-Out® One Baby to Go™ - custom set Your Choice "Take-Out" set....Just pick the fabric. I can make this set in just about any of the fabrics in my shop. 0-3 months
8-12 lbs
Gift Set includes:
~Appliqued Carters Onesie 0-3mo
~Appliqued Knot Hat 0-3mo
~Little Baby Bib (tm)
~Mop it Up! Burp & Bum Rag (tm)


Fly Into The Sun - 36" x 24" birds trees surreal abstract original painting -
Title: Fly Into The Sun Total size = 36" x 24" x 3/4" thick acrylic painting on two 18" x 24" x 3/4" thick stretched canvases. Canvases are back stapled (smooth, staple free sides - no framing required unless desired)





Cafe Brown Slouchy Beanie Dreadlock Hippie tam hat handmade in crochet - Taupe Brown Faux (Fake) Mohair (also called cafe brown)...vegan suitable
Thick UNISEX slouchy beanie tam in a chunky acrylic soft yarn.
I have used the slightly longer beanie style with a slouch in the back and close weave to give this hat stability and flair, it's warm and yet suitable to wear all year around on cooler days.

This is a joy for us to post these beautiful finds! There are so many amazing artists out there and we are proud that they have decided to call Handmade FuZion their home.


Today's picks:




5 Piece Stack Jar Mineral Makeup Collection - Pick any 5 colors in my mineral makeup line. All are full size, 5 gram stacked jars with sifter inserts.Mix your colors together to get even more shades.All natural ingredients. Titanium-free. Vegan





Gingerbread CakeCup - LIMITED TIME - This is my favorite time of the year and baking gingerbread *everything* is my favorite way to celebrate. This Gingerbread CakeCup is perfect for the real gingerbread aficionado. This is true gingerbread made with full flavor molasses and loaded up with spices including nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and, of course, ginger. It is filled and topped with creamy vanilla buttercream frosting and sprinkled with ground cinnamon. *This CakeCup flavor is seasonal and will be available only for a limited time*



Ouchy Eater Monster Boo Boo Pack - Ouchy Eaters ©™ 2008 Totally Kid Inspired...Wow...I would have never realized how many boo boos a little kid, especially a rambunctious little boy could get! My little one is on the go pretty much every minute his little feet are on the floor and with that come lots of ouchies. He really dindn't care for the little boo boo pack that I had so I decided to create something fun to help take away those ouchies

Our Finds today are from these talented artisans:


Chainmaille Choker With Crystal Pendant - I just love this necklace. I hate parting with it. It's made from very shiny aluminum rings. It looks like fine silver but you don't have to polish it and it is far lighter weight for comfort. There is no need to polish it like you would have to with sterling silver. And, the best part is that it's much more affordable than silver.

The design came out of my head and not out of a book or off of a chain maille website so you'll have a one of a kind piece!


Tigerlily Pendant - This is an eyecatching pendant featuring a gorgeous orange tigerlily on a chocolate background.
Each pendant is made from polymer clay which I roll out, cut, bake and sand. The image is transferred to the clay prior to baking. Coated with a thick protective gloss which gives it an amazing glass-like shine. Water resistant but not waterproof. Avoid moisture when possible.
Measures 1.25" across but can be made in any size at all. Just ask! :)
I will have various necklaces available in my shop asap. Black leather cord, black and brown suede as well as silver ballchain.


Best Ever Salad and Pasta Tongs - Made with poplar (a sustainable wood), sanded smooth to perfection and cured with an edible oil (olive.) Glued with Welbond Vegan All-purpose glue.

Recommended to hand wash only. If brushed with olive or vegetable oil every couple months these will be in great condition for years!

Seriously the best salad tong you can imagine. I have tossed every other set I've own. Great for mixing and serving, you will want to give these to all your friends and family =)

As we approach black friday we would like to remind you to "BUY HANDMADE"! We found these beautiful items on Handmade FuZion

Nativity Scene - Hand crafted from oak and pine this nativity is a great addition to your home Christmas decorations or as a gift to a loved one that will keep on giving every Christmas holiday. The stable is 8"H x 9"W x 4.5"D and crafted from oak ply with a pine base and window frames. The larger figures are 5" tall and all figures are 3/4" thick oak. The set is finished with clear polyurethane for protection and durability. This Nativity could easily become a family heirloom.

HOLLY BERRY LAMPWORK NECKLACE - Stand out at your holiday parties with this unique one of a kind necklace. You'll be sure to get a ton of envious compliments, stares, ooos and ahhs. Look beautiful, feel great!

Christmas Lavender Sachets - For your consideration are for 4 beautiful 4x4inch lavender sachets, in a lovely Christmas print fabric. Each has a grosgrain ribbon for hanging. I am offering them at a special sale price just in time for the holidays. Very fragrant all natural English Lavender Flowers and Buds, "Extra" grade grown in the Provence region of France, near Montbrun Les Bains, France in the hilly area between the French Riviera (La Cote d'Azur) and the French Alps.

Look what we've found today!


Deerheart Choker - This gorgeous 1.25" x.75" heart shaped kiln-fired heart shaped focal is embellished at each side by firepolished chocolate Czech glass 8mm beads on a 16" copper link chain with lobster clasp.