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.

  • Join Our Makers

    Join Our Makers

    Are you an artist, crafter, sewist, quilter, bookbinder, papermaker, potter, candlemaker, jewelry maker, woodworker, printer, thrifter, refinisher, needlecrafter, etc.? Do you produce studio quality items that you think would fit...

    Join Our Makers

    Are you an artist, crafter, sewist, quilter, bookbinder, papermaker, potter, candlemaker, jewelry maker, woodworker, printer, thrifter, refinisher, needlecrafter, etc.? Do you produce studio quality items that you think would fit...

  • Modern Rosie is Now the Erstwhile Emporium

    Modern Rosie is Now the Erstwhile Emporium

    Dear Friends of Modern Rosie, I hope this message finds you well! Over the years, it’s been a joy to share my passion for nautical and Navy-inspired art and home...

    Modern Rosie is Now the Erstwhile Emporium

    Dear Friends of Modern Rosie, I hope this message finds you well! Over the years, it’s been a joy to share my passion for nautical and Navy-inspired art and home...

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Coming Soon

Coming Fall of 2025 an old fashioned way to shop, personalized, curated, one of a kind, handmade art, accessories, and decor, vintage and upcycled treasures, and creativity nurturing art kits.

Coming Soon

Coming Fall of 2025 an old fashioned way to shop, personalized, curated, one of a kind, handmade art, accessories, and decor, vintage and upcycled treasures, and creativity nurturing art kits.