Hand Crafted by Valerie V.

Hand Crafted by Valerie V. Welcome to Hand Crafted by Valerie V! Discover handcrafted treasures. Perfect for any occasion.

04/27/2025

A quilt is a treasure for a lifetime.

At first, it’s warmth, safety, and sensory discovery—bright colours to track with tiny eyes, soft textures to grasp with growing hands.
Later, it’s a picnic blanket, a superhero cape, a reading nook, a secret fort.
Later still, it becomes a thread of comfort woven through the memories of childhood.
And someday, it may be pulled from a hope chest, wrapped around a new generation, carrying love across the years.

A quilt isn’t just a gift.
It’s a beginning.
It’s a companion.
It’s a legacy.

All set up for the “Made by Me” craft show at the East Peterborough Lions Club of A-3! Looking for that perfect holiday ...
11/30/2024

All set up for the “Made by Me” craft show at the East Peterborough Lions Club of A-3!

Looking for that perfect holiday gift for someone special? Come to 347 Burnham Street in East City in Peterborough today 9:30 am - 3:30 pm.

Unique one of a kind hand-made treasures to ensure more than your love is keeping them warm this winter.

11/26/2024

🎄✨ Handcrafted Holiday Treasures by Valerie V ✨🎁

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Valerie V has you covered with beautiful, handmade creations:

🎅 Handcrafted Ornaments – Add a touch of magic to your tree
🧣 Cozy Hand-Knit Scarves – Stylish warmth for chilly days
👜 Handy Quilted Tote Bags – Perfect for shopping, books, or travel

Find these unique gifts and more at the ‘Made by Me’ Craft Show!

📍 Peterborough Lions Club (347 Burnham St)
🗓️ Nov 30th, 9:30am–3:30pm

🎟️ Free Admission – Plus, enter to win a prize while you shop!

Celebrate the season with gifts that are as special as the people in your life. Don’t miss it!

11/25/2024

🎁 Special Gifts for Special People 🎄✨

The holiday season is here—a time to celebrate the people who make your life brighter. What better way to show your love and appreciation than with a gift as unique and special as they are?

At the Made by Me Market, you’ll find Valerie V’s handcrafted treasures:
🧶 Cozy, one-of-a-kind toques for keeping loved ones warm
👜 Beautiful quilted totes, perfect for daily essentials or weekend getaways
🌺 Hand-knit pins and coasters to add charm to any outfit or home

These thoughtful, handcrafted creations aren’t just gifts—they’re stories stitched, knitted, and crafted with care.

✨ Where to find us:
📍 Peterborough Lions Club (347 Burnham St)
🗓️ Nov 30th, 9:30am–3:30pm

🎟️ Free admission with a chance to win a prize!

Let’s make this season of giving truly memorable with heartfelt, handmade gifts for the ones you treasure most. See you there!

30 Craft Market

🌟 Keep Little Ears Warm This Winter! ❄️🧶Valerie V. is busy crafting cozy, colorful toques perfect for keeping little (an...
11/23/2024

🌟 Keep Little Ears Warm This Winter! ❄️🧶

Valerie V. is busy crafting cozy, colorful toques perfect for keeping little (and big!) ears warm this season!

Each toque is handmade with care, using soft, warm yarn in a variety of colors and patterns. Whether you’re looking for a pop of personality or a classic winter essential, Valerie’s toques are as unique as the person wearing them.

✨ Mark your calendar! ✨
You can find Valerie and her beautiful creations at the
Made by Me Market in Peterborough:
📍 Lions Club (347 Burnham St)
🗓️ Nov 30th, 9:30am–3:30pm

📍 Peterborough Curling Club (2195 Lansdowne St West)
🗓️ Dec 8th, 9:30am–3pm

🎟️ Free admission and a chance to enter the draw for a free prize!
Perfect for holiday shopping, stocking stuffers, and cozy gifts for your loved ones.

Don’t miss out on the warmth, whimsy, and one-of-a-kind charm Valerie V brings to her handcrafted creations. See you there!

30 Craft Market

🌍✨ Celebrating Young Talent and Creative Connection ✨🌍Meet Anja Rozen, a 13-year-old from Slovenia whose breathtaking ar...
10/15/2024

🌍✨ Celebrating Young Talent and Creative Connection ✨🌍

Meet Anja Rozen, a 13-year-old from Slovenia whose breathtaking artwork won the international Plakat Miru competition! Anja’s creation, chosen from 600,000 entries worldwide, uses the image of hands knitting to represent how humans are intricately connected—to each other and our planet. As she so powerfully put it, “We are woven together. If someone gives up, others fall.”

What a beautiful metaphor for peace and unity! Anja’s insight reminds us that every action we take creates ripples in the fabric of our shared existence. It’s a message that resonates deeply with the artistry of creators like Valerie V, whose knitted designs are woven with imagination, talent, and love.

Both Anja and Valerie demonstrate that whether we are knitting with yarn or crafting visions of peace, we are bound together through the stories we create. Let their creativity inspire us to continue weaving connections that uplift and unite!

🍂 As October unfurls its golden tapestry, nature invites us to embrace the enchanting embrace of autumn. Warm, sunny sum...
10/01/2024

🍂 As October unfurls its golden tapestry, nature invites us to embrace the enchanting embrace of autumn. Warm, sunny summer days give way to crisp mornings and cozy evenings.

While you revel in the season's magic—crunching leaves beneath your feet and sipping on warm apple cider—remember to keep your hands toasty with 's exquisite fingerless gloves, handcrafted to add a touch of warmth and style to your fall adventures. 🍁🧣🧶✨

08/19/2024

"Ocean Marine Treasures" Quilt by Valerie V

Immerse yourself in the beauty and depth of the sea with Valerie V's largest creation to date, the magnificent "Ocean Marine Treasures" quilt. Measuring a generous 96" x 96", this quilt is a true work of art, embodying the rich colors and mysteries of the ocean.

Crafted from 100% cotton on both the front pieces and backing, it offers a soft, luxurious feel that only natural fibers can provide. The quilt’s lining, made from durable 100% polyester, adds resilience without compromising on comfort.

What sets this quilt apart is Valerie V's signature touch: every single stitch is free-style and hand-guided. Disabling the feeder on her sewing machine, she meticulously crafts each line, infusing the piece with her creative spirit. The quilt’s body is adorned with her custom "Meandering Waves" stitch, a flowing design that perfectly complements the nautical theme, echoing the gentle movement of the ocean and the graceful journey of sea turtles.

Framing this masterpiece, the border is intricately stitched with Valerie’s unique "P's and Q's" pattern—a personal stitch she named as a playful memory aid. Each stitch, each turn of fabric, is a reflection of Valerie's dedication to her craft, making "Ocean Marine Treasures" not just a quilt, but a one-of-a-kind heirloom designed to bring the serenity and splendor of the ocean into your home.

Valerie V is all set up at the Peterborough Lions Club Mom and and Me Craft Sale! Pins and bookmarks and totes, oh my!
05/04/2024

Valerie V is all set up at the Peterborough Lions Club Mom and and Me Craft Sale!

Pins and bookmarks and totes, oh my!

🌞💼🎨 Dive into Valerie V's Summer Collection! 🎨💼🌞Looking for the perfect accessories to complement your summer adventures...
04/21/2024

🌞💼🎨 Dive into Valerie V's Summer Collection! 🎨💼🌞

Looking for the perfect accessories to complement your summer adventures? Look no further than Valerie V's Summer Collection! From versatile totes that carry everything you need to lightweight needlepoint pins and coasters, Valerie V has you covered for all your summer escapades.

👜 Need a tote that carries it all? Valerie V's lightweight totes are perfect for stashing your essentials while on the go. Plus, they roll up for easy storage in your pocket or purse!

📌 Add a touch of flair to your summer wardrobe with Valerie V's needlepoint pins. Decorate your hats, headbands, scarves, blouses, and shirts with these charming accessories.

🍹 Keep your tables sweat-free with Valerie V's rugged quilted coasters. While they won't keep your frosty drinks from sweating, they'll protect your tables from condensation and spills during picnics, barbecues, and beach outings!

Discover these summer essentials and more at the "Mom & Me" Craft & Vendor Show presented by the Peterborough Lions Club.

Join us on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Peterborough Lions Community Centre.

Admission is by donation, with all proceeds supporting the Peterborough Lions Community Centre kitchen upgrade project.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to shop for Mother's Day gifts while supporting a great cause! For more information, contact Judy Jenkins at 905-903-8946.

See you there!

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🧵✨ Delve into the Fascinating World of Samplers with Valerie V! ✨🧵Did you know that samplers weren't just about stitchin...
03/24/2024

🧵✨ Delve into the Fascinating World of Samplers with Valerie V! ✨🧵

Did you know that samplers weren't just about stitching? They were also tools for teaching young girls essential skills and fostering literacy! Join Valerie V as she uncovers the multifaceted history of samplers, where needlework and literacy intertwined.

In centuries past, samplers served as educational tools, allowing girls to learn and practice various stitching techniques while also honing their literacy skills. Through stitching alphabets, numbers, and simple phrases, young girls developed not only their embroidery prowess but also their ability to read and write.

Join Valerie V on a journey through time as she explores the educational significance of samplers and their role in empowering young girls with valuable skills. Discover how these intricate works of art bridged the gap between needlework and literacy, leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of samplers with Valerie V and experience the magic of stitching and storytelling!

👉 BTW, this sampler, hand stitched by Valerie V, is framed and hangs on the wall of their living room.

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The Crayola colour contest that led to the creation of "macaroni and cheese" as a crayon color was held in 1993. Crayola...
03/21/2024

The Crayola colour contest that led to the creation of "macaroni and cheese" as a crayon color was held in 1993.

Crayola invited children to submit their ideas for new crayon colors, and "macaroni and cheese" was one of the winning entries. It captured the comforting and familiar hue of the popular pasta dish, and it quickly became a beloved addition to Crayola's color palette.

Since then, "macaroni and cheese" has remained a staple crayon color, delighting artists of all ages with its warm and vibrant tone. It's a fun reminder of the creativity and imagination that Crayola inspires in children and adults alike!

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