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Is everything handmade?

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All of Higuera Imports items are produced in the traditional way; every piece is hand thrown or hand molded, as well as handpainted. The price will change with the design, not only because some designs are more time consuming and paint intensive. Often the more difficult design will require the use of a significantly more skilled artist, and the use of more costly paints. Please click here a journey through the art of ceramic production for the full explanation.
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The production is still made in the traditional way, the pieces are hand thrown or hand casted, when the bisque is dry, it is fired the first time for about 24 hours, after that it is dipped in white glaze and, when it's dry, the decoration process begins. It is important to know that the decorator does not see the true colors during the decoration, the brilliancy of the colors is visible only after the second firing, which also last about 24 hours.
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flickglass | fused glass art
Yes it is… with loving care! Trained artists and craftspeople create each piece individually, right here in Cape Town, South Africa.
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What's in your handmade soap?

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We use a base recipe of four oils: Olive, Castor, Coconut and Palm Oils. We refer to soaps made using our four oil recipe as Regular Recipe Soaps. To increase the moisturizing ability of our soaps we sometimes add goat milk (we have 50+ varieties of goat milk soap), or shea and cocoa butters (we have about 25 fragrances of shea soaps). These three levels of moisture will take care of most skin types. We even make 100% Olive Oil Castile soap and Grandma's Ole Lye Soap made with lard.
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What if I see something that's not handmade?

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In the right-hand sidebar of every item page, there is a "Report this item to Etsy" link, which will send an email to us with the item # in it. (If the link doesn't work with your computer's settings, you can send a detailed email to flagged@etsy.com. Please include a link to the item.) We appreciate your help with this! Please note: we do allow some non-handmade items in the Supplies & Vintage categories.
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What is handmade?

Artisans of the Valley - FAQ's - Frequently Asked Questions
Handmade furniture doesn't necessarily mean we use all hand powered tools, we have commercial rated power equipment to process our materials. What it does mean is everything is unique, by hand, not programmable machine or duplication device. Everything we make will show the artistic character of hand imperfections, and we'll never be able to make any two commissions a 100% perfect match. This is what makes our work art, and not mass production.
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How should I package my handmade cosmetics?

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There are a variety of ways to package your cosmetics. If you'll be using the product immediately, as is the case with the Face Food Freshies, you may only need a package for overnight storage. A clean yogurt (or other plastic) container works well for this. You can also package your scrubs and masks made with fresh food items in small zip lock plastic baggies for easy "single serving" dispensing.
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Can I use handmade soap to wash my hair?

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Yes, our Shampoo Bars are ideal for this purpose but any of our soaps are great for the hair. Wet your hair and rub the bar of soap across your hair a few times to lather. There's no residue left on your hair, it rinses out and leaves your hair squeaky clean with out feeling dried out.
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What is handmade soap?

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Soap is water, lye (sodium hydroxide), and oils. When a lye solution is mixed with fat, the chemical reaction is called saponification. The results are 3 parts soap, and 1 part glycerin; which is sought after for its ability to moisturize the skin. Handmade soap that is properly made has no lye left in it, but cannot be made without it.
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What is Handmade Colorado?

Handmade Colorado - Frequently Asked Questions
Handmade Colorado is an "Arts and Crafts Gallery" which displays and sells the artwork of over 130 Colorado artists, including painters, photographers, jewelers, glassworkers, potters, woodworkers, quilters, and more. Since we do not sell mass-manufactured or imported items, you can be sure that the artwork you buy is handmade by local artists.
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Is the jewelry handmade?

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When ordering online, PayPal will walk you through opening an account if you do not have one already. It's free and secure. No problem. Email info@arcanenonesuch.com with your order and information will be provided for payment by check or money order.
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What's So Great About Handmade?

HBN: Donna Maria's Handmade Beauty Network
There are several reasons why HBN places such a high priority on "handmade" beauty products. First, we believe that as consumers, you have a right to know the identity of every ingredient contained in your personal care products, and you have a right to know how each product is manufactured.
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Are All Of Your Products Handmade?

Wagon Wheels, Wagon Wheel Chandeliers, Custom Wagon Wheels, ...
You bet they are. All of our products are hand crafted using nothing but top quality grade wood and materials, as they have for the past 40 years.
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Are your quilts handmade?

The Chandler Collection | Frequently Asked Questions
YES! All of our Quilts (with the exception of 2 patterns which are machine sewn for the desired affect) are hand made & therefore true works of art. Our production team incorporates 4 stitches per inch by hand!
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What is Handmade Arcade?

Handmade! Arcade!
Handmade Arcade is Pittsburgh's first-ever indie craft fair. And, now that we're in our third year, may we modestly add it's still the biggest, the baddest & the best. We created the annual Handmade Arcade to give grassroots, independent crafters an opportunity to show and sell their wares. It's an alternative to Pittsburgh's established, traditional craft and art fairs.
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Why handmade soaps?

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Glycerin is naturally produced during the handmade soapmaking process. Glycerin costs more than soap which is why soap companies remove the glycerin. Because Aloha Soaps still contain glycerin, it can retain more moisture than other soaps. To extend the life of your Aloha Soaps, place it in a well-draining soap dish. Keep unused bars in a cool, dry place and use them within a few months of purchase.
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Is your work "handmade"?

Shining Moon Creations - Gemstone Information
That depends on your definition of "handmade". I feel that it is better to describe what we do and let you decide. In general we make our pieces from raw materials such as precious metal wire and sheet, purchased components such as chains and charms, and precious and semi-precious stones. Some people feel that the use of purchased charms or commercial machine cut gemstones excludes the piece from being "handmade".
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Why choose handmade beauty products?

Frequently Asked Questions | Georgiana Creations, Inc.
Handmade products are made in small batches which allow us to pay special attention to the quality of the products. Handmade products do not use mineral oils. Manufactured products often use mineral oils which do not penetrate the skin, not allowing the ingredients to be beneficial to the skin. Handmade products use vegetable and nut oils as Essential Oil carriers ensuring optimum absorption by the skin.
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Why handmade? Why natural?

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Natural handmade soap is milder and less irritating than typical commercial soaps. Commercial soaps (bar soaps and body washes) contain detergents that strip away the skin's natural oils. Many people are sensitive or even allergic to the detergents found in commercial soaps and find themselves with chronic itchy, dry skin. Our skin is our body's defense so it's important to treat it kindly. Many people with eczema and sensitive skin will benefit by using natural soap.
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Do you use tallow (animal fat) in your handmade soap?

Epicurean Shea Butter Company Frequently Asked Questions
No. We do not use tallow (animal fat) or other animal products in our soaps. The common animal products used in soap making are tallow, lanolin, milk and beeswax. Tallow can be found in most of the commercial soaps produced today and is usually listed as sodium tallowate. Most people are familiar with latex from the tissue beneath the bark of the rubber tree responsible for the multitude of rubber products. Shea butter contains natural latex.
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What is the difference between handmade soaps and mass-produced soaps?

Epicurean Shea Butter Company Frequently Asked Questions
Handmade soaps are traditionally called cold process. Cold pressed soaps are made at low temperatures by saponification and retain the natural glycerin that is produced. Commercial soap making uses a continuous process and generally uses petroleum based synthetic ingredients and fragrances. This old-fashioned method of soap making creates and retains glycerin, which helps to moisturize your skin. You will not have that dry, itchy feeling you get from using commercial soaps.
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What are the benefits of using handmade soap?

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Evidence abounds of the healing properties of a handmade bar of soap. Those who suffer from skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema, as well as people that have sensitive skin or are hypoallergenic often find immediate relief by switching to handmade soap. Compared to store bought soap, handmade soap is very mild. They are often made from vegetable-based oils, such as olive, coconut, and palm and do not contain the potentially harmful chemicals found in conventional bar soap.
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How should I take care of my handmade soap to make it last?

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Handmade soap is a special product. Because it contains glycerin, it can retain more moisture than other soaps. To extend the life of your handcrafted soap, place it in a well-draining soap dish. (see our massage, salon & spa page to purchase proper soap dishes) Keep unused bars in a cool, dry place out of direct contact with water. A good soap is like a good wine, the longer it cures, the better and more mild it becomes. Our soaps will last approximately 3 weeks for single use.
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