My Friend Sarah Made It http://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com Recent blog posts from my shop. en-US July Wrap-Up: Summer Heat, Happy Mail, and a Whole Lot of Magic From birthday fun and getaways to a brand refresh and the launch of my Everyday Magic collection, July was full of sunshine and sparkle. Catch up on this month’s highlights, including market moments, your favorite earrings, and what’s coming in August! Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:55:38 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1397386886390/july-wrap-up-summer-heat-happy-mail-and https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1397386886390/july-wrap-up-summer-heat-happy-mail-and?pub=1753811738 The Everyday Magic of Handmade A short and sweet reminder that small things really do matter. In this post, I'm reflecting on what makes handmade feel magical - from the little details in each piece to the personal touches that go out with every order. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 20:06:56 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1394215323469/the-everyday-magic-of-handmade https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1394215323469/the-everyday-magic-of-handmade?pub=1752538016 How I Photograph My Earrings (With Just My Phone!) Curious how I get clean, light-filled product photos without a fancy setup? I’m sharing exactly how I photograph my earrings using just my iPhone, natural light, and a few budget-friendly tools. Whether you're a fellow maker or just love a good behind-the-scenes peek, here’s how I keep it simple, consistent, and totally MFSMI. Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:16:59 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1392273659865/how-i-photograph-my-earrings-with-just https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1392273659865/how-i-photograph-my-earrings-with-just?pub=1751894219 June Wrap-Up: Earrings, Summer Moments, and What’s Coming in July New earrings, family milestones, poolside movies, and the cutest camping studs — catch up on everything that made June feel like a whirlwind and get a sneak peek at what's coming in July! Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:56:43 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1390005491630/june-wrap-up-earrings-summer-moments-and https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1390005491630/june-wrap-up-earrings-summer-moments-and?pub=1751281003 If You’ve Been Here Awhile, You’ve Probably Noticed I’m Obsessed With… Ever notice I gravitate toward arches, neutrals, and just a touch of sparkle? This post is a peek inside the little design obsessions that have quietly become signature MFSMI style - plus a rainbow confession you didn’t know you needed. ♡ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:52:03 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1387925381164/if-youve-been-here-awhile-youve-probably https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1387925381164/if-youve-been-here-awhile-youve-probably?pub=1750697523 My Studio Redo with a New Earring Wall + Shipping Station I gave my studio a little glow-up recently - including a brand new earring wall and shipping station that’s already made my maker life so much easier. Come take a peek behind the scenes and see what changed! Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:43:54 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1386853867421/my-studio-redo-with-a-new-earring-wall https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1386853867421/my-studio-redo-with-a-new-earring-wall?pub=1750077834 DIY Table Skirt for Market Checkout Stands (That Looks So Much Better) Tired of your market checkout stand looking messy or unfinished? I was too -- so I made a custom table skirt that hides all the clutter and looks way more polished. In this quick DIY post, I’m walking you through exactly how I did it (Velcro and all!), plus sharing before-and-after pics and the materials I used. Vendor-tested, budget-friendly, and beginner-approved! Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:58:07 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1378400569188/diy-table-skirt-for-market-checkout https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1378400569188/diy-table-skirt-for-market-checkout?pub=1749481087 How I Package My Orders (And Why It Matters to Me) Every order from My Friend Sarah Made It is packed with care, love, and a few personal touches to make it feel like happy mail. In this post, I’m sharing exactly how I package your pieces, what goes inside, and why those small details matter so much to me. Whether you're a curious customer or a fellow small biz owner, come take a peek behind the scenes! Mon, 02 Jun 2025 07:32:29 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1378537424069/how-i-package-my-orders-and-why-it https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1378537424069/how-i-package-my-orders-and-why-it?pub=1748863949 My Ultimate Market Checklist (And All My Go-To Tips!) A behind-the-scenes peek at how I prep for local markets, from what’s on my checklist to the time-saving tips that keep things running smoothly. Whether you’re new to vending or a seasoned pro, these tricks can help make market days less chaotic -- and a lot more fun! Mon, 26 May 2025 10:11:55 -0400 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1378382148614/my-ultimate-market-checklist-and-all-my https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1378382148614/my-ultimate-market-checklist-and-all-my?pub=1748268715 Happy New Year! Happy 2024 friends! This is the year of more consistency... Wed, 03 Jan 2024 17:11:21 -0500 https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1230635270149/happy-new-year https://www.myfriendsarahmadeit.com/post/1230635270149/happy-new-year?pub=1704319881