March Meet the Maker Prompt 3
Today, “Trial and Error”
While a lot of people might focus on their products, I decided to switch tack and talk about the trials and errors of actually running a business & the toll it can take on a person doing it alone.
If you’re struggling, massive hugs for you! ❤️
March Meet The Maker Prompt 2
A bit late, but better late than never 😅
The prompt was ‘Behind the scenes’
So what could I be working on? 😜
March Meet the Maker is on again over on Instagram but I don’t want all the lovelies here to miss out! 🥰
Hopefully this will be a reintroduction to me, Hillman’s Handmade and give you an idea of what’s to come 🥰
Heading back to Minecraft Monday at 7:45pm GMT over on my Twitch channel - it’s a weird time but I need to hit rocks tonight!
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They just need some love 🥹🦊
It’s been a quiet month around here.. 💔
✨Product of the Week - Bookcase Earrings✨
I started a new series and missed a post already 🫣 thanks burnout and motivational issues!
Still, baby steps are still progress! It took baby steps to get the confidence to make earrings as intricate as these! 🥰
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First event of 2026 this weekend!! 🥰
Tickets available at:
www.bolt-events.com
Can’t wait to be returning to work with Zoe and the team that started it all - they got me going on my Comic Con journey!
30% off Pokemon will apply to my table prices too! Don’t miss out!! 🥰
There’s so much to do! 🥰
We’re getting there with goals! 😁
Everything has gone back into the business to cover table costs for events, material restocks and other outgoings, so I’ve not kept a penny.
BUT it shows me that growth is possible and that it’s worth hanging on in there.
Love you all!! xX ❤️ Xx
I’ve tried a billion times to keep this room tidy. Does it stay that way? NOPE! 😅
I’m done with seeing aesthetically pleasing setups and perfect lighting. Life isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress ❤️
It is MY space. It’s chaos, but it’s MY chaos. ❤️🥰
The Pokemon era has come to an end and they must sadly depart my store on 27th February 2026.
30% off all Pokemon until they are all re-homed!
Only while stocks last as I won’t be making any more 💔
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#pokemonjewellery #handmadejewelleryuk #polymerclayjewellery #pokemon
The Valentine’s Drop is live!!
Follow the route on screen to find it OR head to the link below:
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Happy shopping 🥰 xx
Thank you! 🥰 I’ve been dying to do those bookcases forever, I just needed a break over Christmas to get the creative flow back and I’m so pleased how they’ve turned out 🥰 xx
Valentine’s Mini Drop ❤️
I’ve really enjoyed making this mini drop! It’s tested old tricks, taught me new techniques and shown me I can do more than I think I can!
These and a few more pieces will be available on Saturday 24th Jan 2026 at 6:00pm GMT.
🔗 is in my bio!
Do you have a favourite? Xx
Valentines Collection!!
Sneak peak coming later today!
Website drop: 24/01/2026, 6pm GMT
This will be a VERY LIMITED drop, so once the pieces are gone, they are gone ❤️❤️
Thank you hun ❤️ I just look at them and they never look “right” to me. It doesn’t help that the ‘advice’ out there is ‘take better product shots’ or ‘use props’ or ‘natural lighting is best’. It’s never ‘try this ISO setting’ or ‘try your lighting at this level’ - it’s never practical advice lol
It’s exactly that! Because some of my earrings dangle as well if I so much as get them one millimetre on the wonk that is it, pic ruined! 😂 it’s a stressful time! 😅 xx
2/2 - One day I’ll get the hang of it I’m sure, but until then I’ll just keep making mistakes and trying new things.
It isn’t a marathon or sprint to be the best. It’s a journey at your own pace and enjoy the scenery ❤️🩹
1/2 - I said it! I confess! I hate product photography and I have no regrets about admitting that! 😂
But that’s the trouble as a creative small business owner…you aren’t just the artist any more. You’re the social media manager, the accountant and even the photographer as well.
List of events Hillman’s Handmade will be attending this year
List of events Hillman’s Handmade will be attending this year
🏳️🌈Events List 2026!🏳️🌈
Hillman’s Handmade is going on tour again this year and there’s a couple of things I haven’t applied for yet, so keep an eye out for any additions! 🥰
Love ya! ❤️
xXx
Hannah, a non-binary individual, sits at their desk with a caption on the post that reads “It’s a New Year! About time for a re-introduction I think! Hi! I’m Hannah!”
🏳️🌈Hello!🏳️🌈
I’m Hannah (they/them), the chaos gremlin behind Hillman’s Handmade! 😁
Simply put - I make jewellery, but I’ve got plans to switch things up! 😁
I’m a non-binary, bisexual, ADHD coded individual trying to navigate the minefield that is small business!
🔗s in my bio!
Loves to all!! ❤️🏳️🌈
xXx
Coming new for 2026…something new 🖤
These are a little tease, and may end up being a prototype, but I’ve really loved making these.
If I develop this type of earring, they will be SUPER limited in quantity and once gone, will be gone.
Happy New Year everyone, see you in 2026 🎉🪩
xXx
#handmadeuk
I like the idea of being able to offer unique pieces as well as ones I can make a few of, but have never quite decided how to go about it…
Perhaps a prototype page might work? It might not? Never know unless I try though, right? 😁
#smallbusinessideas #uniquejewellery #ideaforgrowth
I started my drawing journey early 😅 my drawings will be WIP for a while, but I won’t get better if I don’t start somewhere! But that’s future stuff…
However you celebrate, I hope this season brings you joy, love and peace ❤️
Happy Holidays everyone 🎉🎄🍾
Xxx
#artjourney #learningtodraw
Final restock before Christmas at Hopkinson / Silver Fox Nottingham
Come with me to update my shelf 🥰
#smallbusinessuk #polymerclaycreations #handmadegiftideas
A person looks up at their retail shelf with a laptop in their lap planning what handmade polymer clay products to add to the shelf next time
What are your 2026 plans/excitements? 🎉
Mine is I’ve decided to learn to draw 🥰 I need to give my hands a break from clay rolling; a close family member had carpal tunnel ops on both hands so I really don’t want to follow suit 😂
What are you looking forward to? ❤️
#futureplans #iwanttolearntodraw
Small businesses will never take your purchase for granted. To us, it means the world ❤️
Shopping small creates community, keeps the world diverse, and helps a real person achieve their dreams, look after their family, and keep going in dark times.
If you shop small, we see you, and we thank you ❤️
I’m back where it all began! 🥹
Shopify is back up and running and there’s some amazing discounts available to celebrate!
Sale ends 17/12/2025, 23:59 GMT
I can’t guarantee Christmas delivery, but I can try my best if you get your orders in soon! ❤️
Head to hillmanshandmade.com 🥰
Love you all!! Xx
Perhaps I should have posted this earlier! 😅
Come find me MCM Birmingham this weekend! 😄
From the doors of hall 3a, head all the way across the hall through Artist Alley and I’m opposite Forest Glade! 🥰
See you there! X
Come find me at MCM Birmingham! 🥰
Hall 3a, through Artists Alley and I’m on the far side opposite Forest Glade 🥰
This is all I’ve got left for 2025 so let’s round the year off with a bang! 🥰
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