Handmade with Love
Creations
Where creativity meets heart — handmade greeting cards, crystal art, and crafts made with love, intention, and a whole lot of sparkle.
Handmade Cards
Embossed florals, watercolor washes, die-cut butterflies, and gold foil accents — each card is a tiny work of art made to be treasured.
Crystal Arts
Gemstone trees, wire-wrapped pendants, crystal suncatchers, and beaded bracelets — each piece carries beauty, energy, and intention.
Every card I make carries a piece of my heart. There's something deeply meditative about the process — choosing the paper, embossing the pattern, placing each element just so. It's my way of saying "you matter" without words.
Mariel
Maker & Creator
Creative Gallery
Browse through my handmade cards, crystal art pieces, and behind-the-scenes peeks at the creative process. Each piece tells a story.
Butterfly Watercolor Cards
Elegant handmade greeting cards featuring die-cut butterflies, embossed floral patterns, and soft watercolor washes in blush and sage with gold foil accents.
View DetailsCrystal Gemstone Trees
Handcrafted crystal gemstone trees made with amethyst, rose quartz, citrine, and aventurine — each wire-wrapped with gold wire on terracotta bases.
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Wire-Wrapped Crystal Pendants
Delicate wire-wrapped pendants featuring rose quartz, amethyst clusters, and clear quartz — each piece is one-of-a-kind and made with love.
View DetailsEmbossed Floral Card Collection
A collection of intricately embossed floral greeting cards with layered cardstock, calligraphy sentiments, and wax seal details.
View DetailsCrystal Suncatchers
Sparkling crystal suncatchers that catch the light and cast rainbow prisms across any room — handmade with faceted glass and gemstone beads.
View DetailsCustom Occasion Cards
Personalized handmade cards for birthdays, weddings, thank-yous, and holidays — each designed with unique paper crafting techniques and heartfelt details.
View DetailsBeaded Crystal Bracelets
Handmade crystal bead bracelets combining rose quartz, amethyst, and jade — designed for both beauty and positive energy.
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My Crafting Workspace
A peek into my creative sanctuary — organized with love, stocked with my favorite tools, and always ready for the next handmade creation.
View DetailsMy Creative Sanctuary
A peek into where the magic happens — my crafting workspace, organized with love and always ready for the next creation.
"A tidy workspace, a cup of coffee, and endless possibilities — that's how every crafting session begins."
Crafting Tools I Love
From my trusty Cricut to my favorite gemstone beads — here are the tools and supplies that make every handmade creation possible. These are my personal recommendations from years of crafting.
Cricut Maker 3
Cutting MachineMy go-to for precision die-cuts, intricate designs, and custom card shapes. It handles everything from delicate paper to vinyl.
Embossing Folders & Machine
Texture & DetailCreates beautiful raised patterns on cardstock — florals, geometric designs, and elegant textures that add dimension to every card.
Premium Cardstock Collection
Paper & MaterialsHigh-quality cardstock in blush, ivory, sage, terracotta, and metallic gold — the foundation of every handmade card.
Watercolor & Ink Pads
Color & StampingDistress inks and watercolor sets in warm earth tones for creating soft washes, backgrounds, and stamped sentiments.
Wire Wrapping Tools
Crystal ArtRound-nose pliers, flat-nose pliers, and wire cutters — essential for creating wire-wrapped crystal pendants and jewelry pieces.
Gemstone & Crystal Beads
Crystal ArtRose quartz, amethyst, citrine, aventurine, and clear quartz — sourced for quality and energy for suncatchers, trees, and jewelry.
Wax Seal Stamps
Finishing TouchesCustom wax seal stamps in gold and terracotta — the perfect finishing touch for envelopes and special occasion cards.
Adhesive & Foam Dots
Assembly3D foam dots, glue runners, and precision adhesive for layering elements and adding dimension to card designs.
The Art of Crystal Work
Every Crystal Tells a Story
Working with crystals is more than crafting — it's a meditation. Each piece of rose quartz, amethyst, and citrine carries its own energy. When I wire-wrap a pendant or string a bracelet, I'm not just making jewelry — I'm creating something that carries intention, beauty, and a little bit of magic.
From gemstone trees that brighten a room to suncatchers that scatter rainbows across your walls, every crystal creation is handmade with care and designed to bring joy to whoever receives it.
Interested in a Custom Piece?
Let's Create Something Beautiful
Whether you'd like a custom handmade card for a special occasion, a crystal art piece for your home, or you're curious about learning to craft — I'd love to hear from you.