
The Erstwhile Muse
Step into a world of timeless creativity and inspiration. The Erstwhile Muse is the blog of the Erstwhile Emporium, a haven for handmade artistry, vintage treasures, and the joy of personal expression.
Here, we celebrate the beauty of crafting and the magic of making. From DIY projects and step-by-step patterns to creative exercises and inspiration for your everyday life, The Erstwhile Muse is your guide to embracing creativity with heart and soul.
Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just beginning your creative journey, you’ll find something to spark your imagination. Let’s create, curate, and find joy in the process together.
Discover your next creative spark at The Erstwhile Muse.
If you are looking for inspiration on living a creative life check out our Creative Life Series of articles and get inspired!
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Creating to Feel Grounded - The Creative Life S...
There are days when our thoughts spin faster than we can catch them—when the noise of the world, our responsibilities, our worries, or our inner critic grows too loud to...
Creating to Feel Grounded - The Creative Life S...
There are days when our thoughts spin faster than we can catch them—when the noise of the world, our responsibilities, our worries, or our inner critic grows too loud to...
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Creativity Lives in Everyday Actions - Creative...
Creativity doesn’t only reside in studios or on canvas—it lives in the way we go about our daily lives. It’s in the dinner you decide to make tonight, the outfit...
Creativity Lives in Everyday Actions - Creative...
Creativity doesn’t only reside in studios or on canvas—it lives in the way we go about our daily lives. It’s in the dinner you decide to make tonight, the outfit...
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Art Is for Everyone - Creative Life Series (1)
There’s a persistent myth in our culture that creativity belongs only to a select few. That to be truly “creative,” one must be a painter, a poet, a dancer—someone chosen...
Art Is for Everyone - Creative Life Series (1)
There’s a persistent myth in our culture that creativity belongs only to a select few. That to be truly “creative,” one must be a painter, a poet, a dancer—someone chosen...
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Welcome to the Erstwhile Muse A Creative Life S...
Creativity isn’t reserved for artists—it’s woven into everyday life. From how you brew your coffee to how you comfort a child, creativity is a way of being. In this opening...
Welcome to the Erstwhile Muse A Creative Life S...
Creativity isn’t reserved for artists—it’s woven into everyday life. From how you brew your coffee to how you comfort a child, creativity is a way of being. In this opening...
Featured collection
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Welcome Wreath Quilted Wall Hanging - Blue and Yellow
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Flowers of January - Floral Quilted Wall Hanging
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Love Brings You Home Americana Quilt Square Wall Hanging
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Irises - Quilted Art Wall Hanging
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