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POV: you pick up some craft kits + plan a spring girls night in 🎨

Skip the eternal scroll for craft inspo on Pinterest + choose from our selection of handmade stain by numbers & string art kits!

Available for local pickup in Niagara or have them shipped right to your door! Leaving the house is overrated anyways 😌

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Five years ago, I started packing up my very first craft kits… 📦

Back then, we were all stuck at home, looking for something to do and I thought… what if I could bring creativity to people instead of waiting for them to come to me? That simple thought completely changed the trajectory of my business.

I went from making custom string art pieces to creating kits that let you be the artist. It lead to workshops, creative experiences, and a whole new way of sharing my love of crafting.

As I reflect now on how much things have changed (especially with the current tariff situation and my online shop being so US-based), I’m reminded of something important… change isn’t the end, it’s just a new direction (a little cheesy, but true 🧀)

Owning a business will always come with stress, but instead of letting it hold me back, I’m embracing where it leads next.

With that being said, if you’re Canadian and love to shop local, you can find all of our craft kits at knotreallyart.com. 💛 Every order means the world, and sharing with a friend helps even more.

In this new stage, you’ll see us leaning even more into local growth as I dream up new ways KRA can exist in this ever-changing world! 🔨

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Up next for April CRAFT CLUB: beaded plants 🪴

This one’s for the plant lovers and the plant killers, because these cuties don’t need watering, just some creativity!

If crafting, yapping and snacking is your vibe, you just found your new community of friends ✌🏻

Join our CRAFT CLUB broadcast channel to see when spots open up! Our last two months have sold out quickly, so stay tuned! 🎨

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#niagarabusiness #smallbusiness #niagaraevents #craftideas #craftkits #craftnight #crafternoon #craftclub #niagaracraftclub #makeitwithmichaels

A craft workshop in a tulip field this spring? Yeah, it’s as dreamy as it sounds. 🌷

On May 3, join us for a Tulip String Art Workshop where you’ll:
🌷 Wander the tulip fields and pick 10 of your own
🌷 Create a tulip string art piece (all materials included!)
🌷 Soak in the ultimate spring vibes with good company

No experience needed! Just bring yourself, your creativity, and maybe a friend who also loves a wholesome spring outing. 💛

📍 @sarahgreypickfarm (located in Niagara, under an hour outside of Toronto & the GTA)
🎨 @knotreallyart

Only 8 spots remaining! Grab your tickets before they’re gone. Comment a “🌷” and we’ll send the link right to your DMs!

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Stepping out of your comfort zone leads to growth 🌱

You know that feeling when you’re asked to do something cool but kind of intimidating, and your brain immediately says, “are you sure you have the right number?” 😅

That was my first thought when I was invited to speak to a university entrepreneurship class.

It turns out, stepping outside of your comfort zone is never as intimidating as it seems. And more often than not, it’s exactly what pushes you toward growth.

Here’s what we chatted about and what I took away from the experience that might help you if you’re thinking about starting/trying something new:

✨ Your first step doesn’t have to be perfect. I went from making custom string art for fun to running a full-fledged business by testing ideas and seeing what stuck.

✨ Pricing yourself confidently is hard but necessary. If you’re offering something valuable, don’t be afraid to charge accordingly.

✨ You don’t need to have everything figured out. Most of my business decisions have been based on trying, learning, and adjusting.

If you’ve been thinking about starting something, whether it’s a creative hobby (coming to CRAFT CLUB solo, maybe?), a side hustle, or a full-time business... this is your sign to go for it.

The worst that happens? You learn something new. The best? You find something you love. 💛

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Thanks for having me, Prof @this.is.shawna.chen // @goodmanschool @brockuniversity

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#craftclub #creativeentrepreneur #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurlife #brocku #craftbusiness #smallbusiness #niagarabusiness #smallbusinessowner

The countdown is on for @the.fenwick.market 😍

While this is our first time at this market, we had the amazing experience of getting to be at @get.lost.market last fall with the same organizers 💛

Mark your calendars for May 24 & 25 to be in Niagara for this beautifully curated event full of handmade goods, antique treasures and more!

BRB, thinking of new designs + products to bring with us! 💭

#knotreallyart #stringart #niagarabusiness #smallbusiness #craftkits #niagaraevents #smallbiz #niagaramarket

This month’s CRAFT CLUB was bookish themed 📖

We crafted wooden book boxes using paints, decoupage, gems and really whatever was on the table (seriously, some of our crafters even used their table nametags!)

If crafting, yapping and snacking is your vibe, you just found your new community of friends ✌🏻

Stay tuned in our CRAFT CLUB broadcast channel for next month’s theme + craft drop! 🎨

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#niagarabusiness #smallbusiness #niagaraevents #craftideas #craftkits #craftnight #crafternoon #craftclub #niagaracraftclub #makeitwithmichaels

Going to be rewatching these videos over and over again for the rest of our lives 🦍

@kajiesafaris

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#knotreallyart #smallbusiness #uganda #gorillatrekking #gorillatracking #ugandagorillas #travelcontent

Contrary to what the hat says, I’m now back in office after an incredible trip to Uganda & Ghana. 🇺🇬🇬🇭

So grateful for this amazing adventure & also to be back home in my cozy house + prepping for some fun upcoming events!

Coming up for KRA:
• March CRAFT CLUB this Thursday (sold out!)
• A couple of Spring workshops have dropped
• Packing orders from when we were away
• Market prepping for @the.fenwick.market
• Planning for April CRAFT CLUB (join our broadcast channel for when details & spots get announced!)

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#NiagaraCraftClub #NiagaraBusiness #KnotReallyArt #SmallBusinessOwner

BRB, going hiking to see some gorillas 🦍

See you in a little over two weeks! I won’t have access to my emails or messages while I’m away. And even if I did, I promise I wouldn’t check them (oops!) ✌🏻😄

Any orders placed in the next two weeks will be packed when we’re back. Thanks for your support + allowing me to have this time away from my phone and business for this dream trip.

💛 Maddy

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#SmallBusiness #StringArt #MonsteraMonday #MonsteraArt #Monstera #KnotReallyArt

250 kits taking off to none other than @fly_yyc ✈️

Sometimes an email lands in your inbox that seems too good to be true. This many kits in one order is a game changer for a small business, and I was so excited to get started on this project!

Here’s a little BTS rundown of how our custom string art kit orders go:

💻 I work with my client to get an idea of what they’re looking for (type of craft, design, sizing, etc.)

✍🏻 I draw up a few options to select from along with a quote for pricing

💌 The client selects their fave option and I get started!

🔨 Design touch-ups, wood processing (all done in-house), supply orders, organizing the content of your kits, packing everything up and then finally…

📦 Shipping out your order ahead of your event so everything is ready to go for you!

Thanks to Team YYC for this order!
➡️ Looking for a custom craft kit order for your team or group of friends? Get in touch and we can create your perfect crafty activity together!

PS. We even offer custom labelling 👀

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#knotreallyart #craftkits #smallbusiness #teambuilding #teamactivities #customgifts #stringart #teambuildingactivity #workplacewellness

“I own an art business… but I also don’t really make a lot of art anymore (because I’m just not into it rn). But I design things to get other people to get crafty and make art??” 🫨

A reminder to my fellow creative friends out there that are making a living creating things with your own two hands that you don’t need sales reports presented to a boardroom of people in suits to be a legitimate business ✌🏻

Believe me, I surprised myself too that I could make money doing something I ACTUALLY enjoy. Not all jobs need to be “impressive on paper” or involve you hiring a bunch of people on a team, hitting your first million in sales, etc.

Sometimes it’s just a really cool thing that you can live the life you want while also not hating your job (unless it’s tax season 🫶🏻).

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#SmallBusiness #CreativeBusiness #CraftBusiness #CraftBusinessOwner #Crafty #SmallBusinessOwner #SmallBusinessJourney #SmallBiz #SmallBusinessSupport #ShopLocal #ShopSmall #SupportSmallBusiness

A big custom order, lots of cozy crafters getting their kits, CRAFT CLUB planning, office renos annnnd everything coming to a halt because seasonal sickness finally caught up with us 🙄 (gross)

By the time you’re reading this, I’m finally through it and back on my bs.

COMING UP:

🎨 Craft Club on February 13 (only 2 spots left!) DM for details. $35 promo ends tomorrow!

🌷 Planning out Spring workshops

✨ Finishing up this custom DIY order (last slide)

👋🏻 Brainstorming for March Craft Club early because I’ll be out of office March 1-20 (keep this in mind if you’re ordering from us for upcoming birthday parties, craft nights, etc.)

🖼️ More office renos so our basement can go back to normal. Working on a little video series for this too so you can come along for the process!

🤢 Organizing things for taxes. SOS send help.

Bye bye for now 🫶🏻

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#SmallBusiness #SmallBizLife #SmallBusinessOwner #SmallBusinessLife #BTSSmallBusiness #CraftBusiness #Crafty #CraftNight #ShopCanadian #CanadaMade #CanadianBusiness #WinterVibes #GalentinesParty

Wdym we were featured in @canadianliving?! �✨🥹

This is one of those moments where I have no choice but to stop and be proud of this business I’ve built with so much support from my friends, crafters and community!

*not online but I’m everywhere else* 😌

Being intentional about finishing and starting the year slowly in business. That means spending more time getting into hobbies, working when I need to (or want to) and giving myself permission to not have a never-ending to do list.

Here’s a little glimpse of what I’ve been up to since I (mostly) logged out in December ✨

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#SmallBusiness #SmallBizLife #SmallBusinessOwner #SmallBusinessLife #BTSSmallBusiness #CraftBusiness #Crafty #CraftNight

OUT OF OFFICE/WORKSHOP 🎄

The last order has been packed, the final ornament has been strung. And with that, peace out until 2025 ✌🏻

I’m going to be offline and unreachable until the new year. Notifications will be off and my kindle or Nintendo switch will be the only screen I’ll be looking at for a while. Any messages or emails will be replied to when I’m back.

Thank you for making this KRA’s biggest year yet 💛 I’m so grateful to everyone that chooses to support my business that allows me to live my crafty girl dream.

Have a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and cheers to an awesome 2025 ahead 🥂

Pictured: our Winter Woodlands HoliDIY Ornaments that sold out this year before I could even get them online ✨

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So many highlights from this holiday season 🥰✨

Thank you to everyone that shopped with us for your stocking stuffers and surprises under the tree this year 🎄

While our orders won’t ship before Christmas anymore, pickups are still happening up until the 23rd. For the most part though, I’m out of office until the new year!

Enjoy your festivities, family, food and of course, crafting! 🔨

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Christmas is in one week and I’ve barely shared my HoliDIY line or craftmas content this year? Better post back to back days for a bit 😅

First on the list is my top addition this year - Funky Festivities HoliDIY Ornaments 🌼 While our more traditional ornaments sold out and I still have a few of these in stock - these are my personal favourites!

These are inspired by my love for retro looks, a little too much Bee Gees playing while I work, and my constant need to incorporate florals to my work.

Perfect for a cozy craft night over the holidays with a retro twist. Everything you need to make all 5 ornaments are in each kit. We only have a few left, and they’re available for your last minute shopping or christmas plans for a new tradition 💛

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Hammering like elves in Santa’s workshop 🔨

Our 2024 workshop season has officially come to a close.

Thank you everyone that joined us for an event this year, including this lovely group of women that helped finish the year strong! 🥰

Stay tuned for 2025 workshops with some of our favourite local venues. This is a great way to learn how to make your own string art and get creative with friends!

➡️ Interested in booking a private event (at home or one of our partner venues) or corporate workshop with your team? Reach out to us on knotreallyart.com and we can chat in the new year ✨

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Holiday HandMade Market 2024 Wrapped 🎁
(Finally getting around to this post after a packed post-market week!)

• $350 raised for @mcmasterchildrens hospital with our annual wooden trees fundraiser
• Hundreds of kits going home for the holidays for crafty traditions
• 9 sold out out designs (we were loving the sunflowers, plants and ornaments this year!)
• 2 large art pieces ready to be displayed in their new homes (including my fav design - a monstera!)
• Only a handful of ornaments left for me to hang on my own tree
• Hundreds of conversations over three days with so many lovely people
• New maker friends that we can’t wait to see again
• 3 meals quickly eaten behind our cash register between customers (or shamelessly in front of them lol)
• Copious amounts of matcha for an energy boost
• Enough joy and gratefulness to fuel me until next year’s show

Stay tuned for details for Holiday @handmademarketniagara 2025 🎄

Ps. Thank you to the amazing team that puts on this show every year! It’s become one of our favourite holiday traditions around here.

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#HolidayHandmadeMarket #NiagaraFallsCanada #NiagaraMarkets #NiagaraEvents #StringArtKits #HandmadeNiagara #CraftingSeason #ChristmasCrafts #NiagaraFallsLife #OrnamentDIY #BowDecor #NiagaraMakers #ShopHandmade #NiagaraHolidayEvents #CreativeHolidayDecor #ChristmasGiftIdeas #FestiveShopping #HolidayVibesNiagara #SupportLocalNiagara

The real announcement is that everyone’s favourite market husband is here ✨

See you at @handmademarketniagara
TODAY 10-6
TOMORROW (Sunday) 11-5

Booth 125 at the Niagara Falls Convention Centre 💛

🛍️ Get your tickets at handmademarket.ca

Ps. The first person to mention this video to us gets a special prize.

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The Holiday Handmade Market is here 🎄

Come shop Knot Really Art this weekend in Niagara Falls and get your hands on our string art kits, ornaments (DIY and ready to hang), trees for our Mac Kids fundraiser, and more!

We’ve got everything you need for a creative holiday season, so bring your friends, sip some wine, and enjoy the festive vibes! 🎁

Find us here:
Nov 29: 12 PM–7 PM
Nov 30: 10 AM–6 PM
Dec 1: 11 AM–5 PM

🛍️ Get your tickets at handmademarket.ca

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It’s time to shop handmade for the holidays! 🎄

A Niagara tradition since 2009, the 14th Annual Holiday HandMade Market takes place November 29 - December 1 at Niagara Falls Convention Centre.

🎄 Shop 200 one-of-a-kind Canadian Makers from across Ontario, Quebec and the East Coast

🎄 Sip 13th Street wine, local craft beer or made-to-order coffee while you shop!

🎄Enjoy the 13th St. Winery Holiday Café & Wine Bar featuring an amazing selection of gourmet food trucks! Halal and vegan options available.

🎄Enjoy live local music all day!

🎟 Get your tickets on handmademarket.ca

Adults $10 / Under 16 free

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Hey there! I'm Maddy Wassink-Tay, the owner of Knot Really Art in Niagara, Ontario.

We're here to make your next craft night one for the books. From DIY Craft Kits to curated workshop experiences, we're focused on crafting being for everyone. That's right, creativity isn't just for kids (though they love our kits too)!

Established in 2019, my passion is providing experiences to be creative and have fun; building confidence to create and taking time for yourself (either alone or with friends!)

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