Our favorite made-by-hand businesses who made it big this year
Nice Package
This line of gift packaging essentials, launched in October 2009 by bloggers Ez Pudewa (Creature Comforts) and Marichelle Burdman (Heart Handmade), is a must have for brides looking to add some DIY flair to their wedding details. shopnicepackage.com
ban.do
Dramatic headpieces featuring feathers, chiffon, and crystals are Jen Gotch's and Jamie Coulter's specialty. Check out their Heart by ban.do line for styles priced under $50. shopbando.com
VieModerne
Using feathers and chiffon, this designer (and new staff favorite) creates stylish headpieces in traditional white and an array of colors. viemoderne.etsy.com
Bklyn Pillow
Launched by blogger Vané Broussard (Brooklyn Bride), this shop stocks modern ring pillows featuring geometric patterns and provocative color combinations. bklynpillow.etsy.com
Llubav
This New York-based crafter's ring pillows prove that wool felt is as luxurious a material as silk-doupioni. llubav.com
Quirky Beauty
Brides looking for funky, fashion-forward hair adornments should check out this Toronto-based crafter's wares. quirkybeauty.etsy.com
Cut The Cake Designs
The recipe-file inspired "guest books" are the bread and butter of this Colorado-based seller. cutthecakedesigns.etsy.com
Hila Rawet Karni Industrial Jewelry
The statement-making necklaces in this designer's 'Kipul' collection are actually made of intricately folded pieces of paper. hilarawet.com
Handle & Spout
These hair adornments, by two Martha Stewart Living craft editors, feature layered fabric and tulle flowers in a rainbow of colorsperfect for a bride who wants to add just a touch of whimsy to her look. handlespout.com
Twigs & Honey
Using lace, feathers, and silk, this Salem, Oregon-based crafter has become a staff favorite. The designer creates boutonnieres, hair adornments, and other wedding accessories in keeping with a modern-meets-vintage aesthetic. twigsandhoney.com