Home Decor Company Artisan Square's Origin Story
Explore the inspiring origin story of Artisan Square, where a childhood gift of a calligraphy set sparked a lifelong passion for art and creativity. Founder Amie turned her love for calligraphy into a unique home décor solution: handcrafted wooden frames paired with interchangeable artwork. The idea began with a simple frame and grew into a thriving business focused on quality and craftsmanship. With solid wood frames made from walnut, maple, and oak, and beautifully designed art packs featuring elegant calligraphy, Artisan Square offers a meaningful way to decorate homes year-round. Customers love the practicality of changing artwork with the seasons while supporting a brand that values artistry and local craftsmanship. From humble beginnings at craft shows to an online presence with exciting new offerings planned for 2025, Artisan Square continues to bring warmth, beauty, and tradition to homes everywhere. Visit artisan-square.com to learn more.
Going Way Way Back
As a child, Amie got a calligraphy set for Christmas. Some artists are painters, others are sculptors or musicians or architects. Amie spent her artistic youth building her talent in calligraphy.
As a matter of transparency to our customers and to give proper credit, the above image was created using DALL-E by OpenAI. At Artisan Square, our primary focus is on human artistry and while our art pieces for sale may include some minor AI-generated elements, we do not publish or sell artwork that is predominately AI-generated or that infringes on copyrights. The use of AI images in blog posts like this one is primarily for convenience in producing only this content. For any concerns, please email support@artisan-square.com.
In Recent Years
On into her adult years, she looked for a way to share this talent with others. One day while shopping at a big box store, she found a wooden frame with a slot on top. The frame was packaged with a few artistic images -- all the same size, which could fit smoothly into the frame. Amie made the connection that this was her avenue for sharing her artwork. She got her husband to make some frames and she set to work designing some art pieces with beautiful calligraphy. She focused on designing art with holiday themes. The idea is that customers could buy one frame and a holiday art pack, then they could decorate all year long using one frame and themed artwork.
Before long, a few different holiday-themed art packs emerged. Unsurprisingly, the reception to her home décor solution was positive! Customers loved the idea of buying one frame and changing out the artwork at each holiday or whenever the mood hit them. And, they were ready to move away from tacky, mass-produced artwork into something unique and inspiring.
In recent years, Amie found success at some Christmastime craft shows in her area. She was thrilled to see that yes, people are interested.
"Our artwork and frames aren’t just decorations; they’re a canvas for moments, memories, and the beauty of thoughtful design."
Today
Amie had always wanted the product to reflect high quality. She located a commercial printer with access to a sturdy smooth-finish cardstock which was perfect for the prints. It also soon became apparent that the wooden frames needed to be higher quality to match the quality of the artwork and the quality of the paper. (The frame manufacturer -- Amie's husband -- was the first to mention this!) Within a few weeks, they had partnered with a skilled woodworker in the area who masterfully produced a set of frames in solid walnut, white oak, maple, mahogany, and alder.
As a matter of transparency to our customers and to give proper credit, the above image was created using DALL-E by OpenAI. At Artisan Square, our primary focus is on human artistry and while our art pieces for sale may include some minor AI-generated elements, we do not publish or sell artwork that is predominately AI-generated or that infringes on copyrights. The use of AI images in blog posts like this one is primarily for convenience in producing only this content. For any concerns, please email support@artisan-square.com.
The Future
The business is growing now, with new artwork generated regularly, well-crafted, solid wood frames, sturdy, silky paper. Also, an online presence with plans to release many new offerings in 2025.
To explore our images and art packs, visit our website at www.artisan-square.com.
Artisan Square
Artisan Square is a home décor brand dedicated to blending artistry, craftsmanship, and practicality. We specialize in handcrafted wooden frames made from premium woods like walnut, maple, and oak, paired with interchangeable artwork designed to bring beauty and meaning into everyday spaces. Each piece reflects our commitment to quality and timeless design, offering a thoughtful alternative to mass-produced décor. At the heart of Artisan Square is a passion for supporting local artists and creating products that inspire connection and creativity. From elegant calligraphy to seasonal themes, we help customers decorate their homes with warmth, sophistication, and personal style.
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