Have you ever rummaged through your grandmothers jewelry box? Or perhaps through your grandpas closet to find old straw hats or his unique silk ties? Its amazing of all the items that you can find! But did you ever stop to think of the stories behind them? Imagine the decade of events!-Maybe even the turning of a century! Everybody and everything has a story.

The same concept goes with your handmade crafts. Each special moment that you worked on your craft, a story was in the making. What were the major current events going on during the creation? Something in the news, entertainment, or family could have inspired you to design your special treasure.

Also, the supplies and contents that were used to make your craft each had its own personal saying as well. Perhaps it was those old antique mother of pearls that were used to design a handmade bracelet-or that oak wood from your favorite tree in that backyard you used to play for hours at a time as a child. Then again, maybe it was a special heirloom charm that had been shared from many family generations through the years.

When creating, think about your story and what you want your piece to say. How do you want it to inspire others when they see or use it? Life is short, but its the little things and the story that it represents that will make your special craft last an eternity.

Cherish your moments and hold close those stories that you keep in your heart. Creations by hand are the best treasure of all.